The Italians are famous for horsepower. Today you can find it under the hood of their luxury sports cars, the fastest in the world. But 500 years ago, if you wanted to see Italian horsepower unleashed, you watched it gallop down the Via del Corso. Long ago, the famous road that cuts through the heart of Rome was also a racetrack. Powerful steeds pounded the ground. They ran without riders past the crowds. Today that ancient street pulses with the rhythm of modern Rome. The Corso is that rare combination of classic style and contemporary charm. Exactly like the watch that bears its name.

Inspiration for the Stauer Corso came from the road itself. Walking past the Renaissance palaces, luxury storefronts and sidewalk cafes, you realize that there is a different kind of race going on. Everybody is rushing for no particular reason. They seem hurried to finish first with the flashiest clothes, the fastest car and the latest, greatest technology. But if they bothered to notice the stones in the street underneath their feet, they'd realize that sometimes slow and steady wins the race.

That's why we built the Stauer Corso with a look that we know will last. It's a classic watch reminiscent of the luxury legends. A timepiece that is timeless in its design and flawless in its function. The stainless steel case is capped with a rich, gold-toned bezel that frames the remarkable face. The glossy black dial features gold numerals and a trio of date complications including a date window at 3 o'clock and a day/night window at the six. The Corso secures with a two-toned stainless steel bracelet and is water-resistant to 3 ATMs.

You won't find any Italian horses inside, but this watch still boasts an impressive performance engine. You can see the 27-jewel automatic movement through the transparent case back. The innovative mechanics of this timepiece are powered by the movement of the body as the automatic rotor winds the mainspring. It never needs batteries and never needs to be manually wound. The precision-crafted gears are "lubricated" by 27 rubies that give the hands a smooth sweeping movement. All roads may lead to Rome, but there's only one way to get this watch.