{"product_id":"ball-nl9616c-s10cj-yte-engineer-iii-bright-path-36mm","title":"Ball NL9616C-S10CJ-YTE Engineer III Bright Path 36mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroducing a special tigerite dial.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey  tried to change him, to steal his chances, to erase him from the  history books. But athlete Jim Thorpe proved that desire and  perseverance always prevail – from his gold-medal performances in  Stockholm in 1912 to continually raising the bar of human resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn  tribute, BALL Watch Company presents the Engineer III Bright Path,  featuring a special tigerite dial. A symbol of strength, tigerite  displays uniquely distinct patterns and color variations. No two dials  are ever the same. Limited to 1000 pieces each, encased in 904L  stainless steel case and complemented by unwavering luminosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA burst of lightning.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn  daylight, BALL’s micro gas tube hour batons offer a striking contrast  against the beautiful tigerite dial. But once the sun goes down, the  batons come alive. Like no other form of luminescence used in  watchmaking, the tritium gas inside each hour baton shines automatically  in darkness, emitting an intense glow that does not fade over time. The  miniature tubes also adorn each hour hand for full-circle brightness.  When the road to greatness runs through darkness, gear up with  luminosity that goes the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTigerite: strength carved by time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn  emblem of resilience, strength and courage, tigerite is a golden-brown  gemstone known for its chatoyancy. This reflective quality creates a  cat’s-eye effect that makes the dial appear to shimmer depending on the  angle of the light. Creating a tigerite dial is a meticulous process  with the goal of showcasing the stone’s natural beauty, all while  ensuring its hardness. Every dial features the fascinating interplay of  golden-brown hues, subtle stripes and shimmering qualities. No two  tigerite dials will look exactly alike. Ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimply incomparable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe  Engineer III Bright Path is available either in 36mm, 40mm or 43mm case  size. A highly-prized material, 904L stainless steel ensures excellent  corrosion resistance due to its unique composition that includes high  amounts of nickel, chromium and molybdenum. From saltwater environments  to acidic conditions, 904L is made to thrive – and look good along the  way. The steel’s distinctive, high-polish finish is unmatched, while its  hardness withstands the wear and tear of everyday use, ensuring  longevity without compromising on comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision proven and protected.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurrounding  the automatic COSC certified movement, BALL’s patented mu-metal ring  ensures anti-magnetic protection to an intensity of 1,000 Gauss. It is a  shield with extremely high magnetic permeability, diverting magnetic  fields away from every component of the Swiss-made movement. This  ingenious ring is complemented by our patented Amortiser® anti-shock  system that absorbs the energy created by external shock impact. And it  is complemented by shock resistance to 5,000Gs and water resistance to  100 meters. Tested in every conceivable condition from all angles, the  Bright Path is ready for action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn icon of sport and spirit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn  into a Native American family on May 22nd, 1887, Jim Thorpe was an  athletic force. His Native American name Wa-tho-huk translated to  \"Bright Path\" – perfectly guiding his road to greatness. While attending  the Carlisle Indian Industrial School as a way to assimilate to  American culture, his all-around athleticism became impossible to  ignore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 1912, Thorpe represented the USA in Stockholm against  the world’s best athletes. After discovering that his track shoes had  been stolen just before competition began, he quickly improvised by  wearing mismatched shoes – one from the trash bin and the other from a  teammate. Undeterred, he glided to gold-medal performances in both the  decathlon and pentathlon. And even after he was unfairly stripped of his  medals a year later for violating amateur status rules due to playing  semi-professional baseball, it was his unshakeable mindset that guided  him. He went on to dominate pro sports as one of the greatest athletes  of all time. Proving that his legacy was never forged in gold, but  rather in resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, more than ever, BALL is continuing  its journey and asserting its role as a key protagonist in the  exploration of modern time and the evolution of watchmaking history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47170715648171,"sku":"NL9616C-S10CJ-YTE","price":2520.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2783\/3515\/files\/4800337834.jpg?v=1780510295","url":"https:\/\/www.exquisitetimepieces.com\/products\/ball-nl9616c-s10cj-yte-engineer-iii-bright-path-36mm","provider":"Exquisite Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}