A collaboration model will be released to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Honda's first F1 victory at the 1965 Mexican Grand Prix. The coloring and details of the first winning car, the RA272, have been meticulously recreated. Of particular note is the unique ivory hue and car-like gloss finish achieved by the use of real paint on the bezel ring for the first time.
2025 marks the 60th anniversary of Honda's first F1 victory
On October 24th, 1965, the car that took the checkered flag in the final race of the season, the Mexican Grand Prix, was the RA272, with both the engine and chassis manufactured by Honda. Since then, Honda has made its mark in the world of F1, winning six constructors' titles and producing four world champions.
Casio Edifice, which develops high-performance sporty metal analog watches, will be selling a special limited edition model in March 2026, featuring the traditional Championship White color on the bezel link, which was painted on the first winning car, the RA272.
The red circle on the dial, which stands out against the white background, is a striking design that echoes the red Japanese flag design on the white background of the RA272. Other commemorative design elements include the words "Veni, Vidi, Vici" (We came, we saw, we won), which were telegraphed from the site to the headquarters to report the victory, engraved on the gold metal band along with the color number "11."
The culmination of Honda's technology: a 1.5-liter V12 engine
The design of the 1.5-liter V12 engine engraved on the band expresses respect for the challenge of a 12-cylinder layout, which was unusual at the time. Applying the 125cc (per cylinder) engine technology cultivated in motorcycle racing to a four-wheeled vehicle demonstrates Honda's unique ideas and development capabilities.
Tough Solar. Approximately 18 months on a full charge (power save mode). Carbon fiber, stainless steel, and resin case (diameter 45.8mm, thickness 11.8mm). 10 bar water resistance. 66,000 yen (tax included).
The surface is made of nappa leather and the back is made of ultra suede, and the inset dial is a tachometer that stands out in the center of the instrument panel, with an inset dial showing the countdown timer at 9 o'clock. The color and shape of the analog hands, the font of the scales, and the red line indicating the red zone all create a design that evokes the atmosphere of the real thing.
The back cover is laser engraved with an original Honda anniversary logo commemorating the 60th anniversary of Honda's first F1 victory.
