BREITLING – AVENGER II Seawolf Blacksteel 45 Edition

BREITLING – AVENGER II Seawolf Blacksteel 45 Chronometer Limited Edition NEW

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3,000 meers under the sea

Water-resistant to the fabulous depth of 3,000 m (10,000 ft), the Avenger II Seawolf by Breitling combines performance and exclusivity in a 1,000-piece limited series with a black steel case and yellow dial. The new face of prowess.

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While most Breitling watches are born to fly, the brand is also reputed among professionals for its instruments designed to conquer great depths, such as the Avenger II Seawolf. Water-resistant to 3,000 m (10,000 ft), this exceptional model flaunts all the distinctive characteristics one would expect from a champion of the abyss. An ultra-sturdy 45 mm-diameter case with a decompression valve serving to balance out pressure differences inside and outside the watch.

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A unidirectional rotating bezel to calculate dive times, fitted with four rider tabs to facilitate handling even with gloves. A double-gasket screw-locked crown with protective reinforcements and non-slip grip. Luminescent-coated oversized hands and hour-markers. A thick cambered sapphire crystal glareproofed on both sides.

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For those wishing to reconcile adventure and style, Breitling now offers this professional super-diver model in a 1,000-piece limited edition distinguished by an original, technical and powerful look. The satin-brushed steel case and the engraved bezel feature an ultra-resistant carbon-based black coating. The dial strikes a strong and bold contrast with its unusual yellow color. In addition to the black rubber strap, the Avenger II Seawolf Blacksteel is also available with an ultra-sturdy high-tech fabric Military-type strap, or a version combining a Military exterior with a rubber core.

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At the heart of this deep-sea Breitling beats a mechanical selfwinding heart chronometer-certified by the COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute), a supreme token of reliability and precision. Exactly what it takes to experience thrilling times in complete safety at 3,000 meters under the sea.

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Technical Specifications

model : AVENGER II Seawolf Blacksteel 45

Reference: M17331E2/I530/109W/M20BASA.1

Movement:
    Caliber 17  (Base Movement: ETA 2824-2)
     Automatic Mechanical Selfwinding, high frequency
     (28,800 vph), 25 jewels
     COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute)
     Power reserve: min. 40 hours
     Calendar: Dial aperture
Functions:
    Hours, Minutes, Seconds,
    Date, Calendar
Case:
    Round
    Black steel (Limited)
    45.00mm
Crown: Screw-locked, two gaskets
Water resistance:
   3,000 m (10,000 ft)
Dial:  Cobra Yellow
Bezel: Unidirectional ratcheted rotating bezel
Crystal: Cambered sapphire, glareproofed both sides
Straps: 
    Military (Anthracite)
    Buckle: Tang-type
Leather, Diver Pro, Military, Ocean Racer or Professional III
Interhorn width: 22/20 mm
Thickness: 18.40 mm
Weight (without strap): 145.00 gr. 

Year: 2016

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Hermes – Arceau Pocket La promenade de Platon White Gold

Hermès – ARCEAU Pocket La promenade de Platon White Gold NEW

Hermès Horloger presents three pocket watches decorated according to the techniques of enamel miniature painting, Grand Feu enamelled associated with three-dimensional sculpture; engraving.

Echoing the Hermès theme for 2016 “Nature at full gallop”, the scenes presented on the cover of these three models are drawn from the silk scarf “La promenade de Platon” created by the artist Annie Faivre. This unusual ensemble unites enamel, interwoven microsculpture and engraving in a stroll through the heart of the philosopher’s much-loved gardens of Academus, depicted through three tableaus.

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The rst portrayal plays on shades of brown. At the centre, a horse paws the ground, surrounded by luxurious foliage. Against this background, the scene crafted using the Grand Feu enamel miniature painting technique appears in light shades. Enamel miniature painting involves composing the motif in successive stages. The nuances are expressed through subtle differences of shade, touch after touch. Using a tiny brush, the enamel artist applies the coloured enamel diluted in oil or water. Each stage is marked by a ring in the kiln heated to more than 800°C so that the enamel melts and adheres to the white gold base. It takes more than 20 ring operations for the nal motif to appear.

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The second tableau features a play on volumes and contrasts. The white gold base of the cover is coated with night blue Grand Feu enamel. It provides the backdrop for a decor carved from an extremely thin yellow gold plate. The horseman and his mount form the centre of the scene, surrounded by entwined branches. Each of them is individually positioned by hand in such a way that the overall result expresses the organic nature of the plant. This work of creating a volume effect calls for extremely precise expertise. It also requires great sensitivity in order to ensure that this new kind of weaving radiates a true sense of visual harmony. Once the arrangement is completed, the artisan accentuates certain details with tiny touches of paint.

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The third and last scene stages the art of engraving. It associates the rose gold of the four central horses with the white gold of the background decor. The artist prepares the base by removing metal from the areas where the horses will be placed. The latter are cut out separately and added on to the main plate. The engraver then transforms these rough surfaces, individually hand-modelling each animal as well as the branches. To make the scene stand out, he hollows the edges by digger deeper ‘pockets’ around them. Fine hammering the inside of these recessed areas gives them a smooth, even appearance and a thin layer of metal is then applied to further enhance the contrasts.

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The asymmetrical Arceau case is one of the Hermès watchmaking signatures. Inspired by a stirrup, its upper attachment evokes the shape of a horseshoe. Measuring 48 mm in diameter, it is crafted in white gold by the Hermès workshops along with the alligator cord strap, crafted in accordance with the historical expertise of the Maison. Its transparent case-back reveals the beating heart of the watch.

Each one-of-a-kind Arceau Pocket Promenade de Platon watch is driven by a Hermès H1837 movement crafted in Switzerland. This mechanical self-winding calibre powers the hours and minutes and its mainplate is adorned with snailed circular-graining, while the classic ‘sprinkling of Hs’ motif graces the oscillating weight and the balance bridge.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

MOVEMENT
Type:  Mechanical self-winding, made in
Switzerland. Manufacture Hermès
H1837 movement
Diameter:  26 mm (11 ½’’’)
Thickness  3.7 mm
Power reserve:  50 hours
Frequency:  28,800 vibrations per hour / 4 Hz
Jewelling:  28 jewels
Decoration  
Circular-grained and snailed baseplate,
bridges and oscillating weight satin-brushed and adorned with ‘sprinkling of Hs’. 
Functions 
Hours, minutes.
CASE
Round, 48 mm in diameter
Material: White gold
Cover:  In enamel miniature painting
Glass: Anti-reflective sapphire crystal and case-back
Water resistance:  3 bar
COVER

• Crafted using the enamel miniatureт painting technique
• Engraving on white and rose gold
• Engraved and enamelled. Topped with an anti-reflective sapphire crystal

DIAL

• Graded shades of brown enamel on white gold base.
  Champlevé white gold Arabic numerals
• Graded shades of falcon-toned enamel on a white gold base.
  Champlevé white gold Arabic numerals
• Graded shades of night blue enamel on a white gold case.
  Champlevé white gold Arabic numerals

LEATHER

• Cord strap and pouch in matt havana alligator
• Cord strap and pouch in smooth elephant grey alligator
• Cord strap and pouch in matt indigo blue alligator

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75008 Paris - Tel.: + 33 (0)1 40 17 47 89. Fax: + 33 (0)1 48 10 17 88
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