Friday, September 8, 2017

HUBLOT – TECHFRAME FERRARI 70 Years Tourbillon Chronograph Edition



















HUBLOTTECHFRAME FERRARI 70 Years Tourbillon Chronograph PEEK Carbon & King Gold Unique Рiece 

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The Hublot Techframe Ferrari 70 Years Tourbillon Chronograph in PEEK Carbon & King Gold: a very special watch to mark an important occasion.

"Ferrari represents the very pinnacle of automotive art, something that we at Hublot are proud to be associated with. The unique Hublot Techframe watch is the result of a team effort – this is a timepiece that combines our expertise in a process that started at Ferrari HQ in Maranello and ended with Hublot in Nyon.

It’s our way of wishing the Cavallino Rampante a happy anniversary."
Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot


On 9 September, Ferrari will celebrate its 70th anniversary in Maranello, during which there will be an auction featuring exceptional cars and accessories emblazoned with the prancing horse logo. The Swiss watchmaking brand has developed a limited edition watch for the occasion – a unique design based on the Hublot Techframe Ferrari 70 Years Tourbillon Chronograph.

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Unveiled at this year’s Baselworld show, this collection is the result of an intensive collaboration between car designers and high-end watchmakers. It’s also the first non-automotive object that has been designed by Ferrari’s in-house team, Centro Stile, led by Flavio Manzoni. Taking the movement of the Hublot Tourbillon Chronograph (the "engine") as a starting point, the Italian designers developed the watch following the same creative processes as those used for sports car chassis, to achieve minimal weight combined with a solid frame. The Swiss watchmakers then inserted a high-performance "engine" into this structure: the HUB6311 calibre hand-wound manufacture movement, containing a total of 253 components and with a 5-day power reserve. This one-of-a-kind mechanism is fitted with a tourbillon with exclusive operation, and also has a chronograph feature.

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Following this design, the unique model to be offered at auction is set apart by its skeleton case middle – the chassis – which is made from uni-directional carbon, PEEK (polyether), a multi-layer hypoallergenic material, and the case – the engine cover – made from King Gold, the celebrated gold/ceramic alloy developed by Hublot. The dial, which features both the Hublot and Ferrari logos, takes inspiration from the counters on Ferrari’s instrument panels. The open design leaves the movement visible, and allows a glimpse of the beautiful ruthenium anthracite finish.

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This exclusive watch will go under the hammer on the upcoming September 9th. The auction, organised by RM Sotheby’s, will be open to all guests attending the event, and it will also be possible to participate online via the link www.rmsothebys.com/ff17/ferrari--leggenda-e-passione.

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TECHNICAL DETAILS

Model: TECHFRAME FERRARI 70 YEARS – TOURBILLON CHRONOGRAPH

Reference 408.OQ.0123.RX.SCF17 Unique piece

Case
Skeleton in Unidirectional PEEK Carbon
King Gold, glossy micro-blasted (King Gold) or Unidirectional PEEK Carbon
Diameter: 45 mm
Thickness: 14.80 mm
Screws: 5N Gold H-screws, polished head, micro-blasted cavity and notches
Crown: King Gold, glossy micro-blasted
Insert in black PVD titanium with engraving of the Ferrari logo (Cavallino Rampante), indexed, double sealing system
Push-button: Lever in Black PVD Titanium micro-blasted; Switch in black PVD Titanium, micro-blasted, polished head
Case-Back: Black PVD Titanium, micro-blasted "UNIQUE PIECE" engraving in glossy black lacquer
Case-Back crystal: Sapphire with internal anti-reflective treatment, adorned with "Ferrari 70 Years" 
Water resistance:  30 metres or 3 ATM
Crystal
Sapphire crystal with internal and external anti-reflective treatment
Back cover crystal:  Sapphire with internal anti-reflective treatment, adorned with "Ferrari 70 Years"
Dial
Sapphire, highlight in matt black varnish
Hands: Satin finished, 5N Gold treatment and white SuperLuminova®
Crystal: Sapphire crystal with internal and external anti-reflective treatment
Movement
Caliber – HUB6311 - Manual winding Tourbillon Chronograph,
developed and manufactured by Hublot
Number of components:   253
Frequency:    3 Hz (21’600 Al/h)
Power reserve:   115 hours
Strap
Smooth black rubber (interchangeable);
Folding clasp in Black PVD Titanium; Hublot logo filled with glossy black lacquer

All Versions
References:
  • 408.NI.0123.RX (Titanium) – Limited to 70 pieces
  • 408.OI.0123.RX (King Gold) – Limited to 70 pieces
  • 408.QU.0123.RX (PEEK Carbon) – Limited to 70 pieces
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MAURICE L ACROIX – AIKON Bronze Edition
















MAURICE LACROIXAIKON Bronze 44 mm Limited Edition

THE AIKON BRONZE
Create your own AIKON

‘Cool’ is a term which is frequently overused, however, with the new Aikon Bronze,
the word seems most apt. This is a statement timepiece for stylish people who choose
to express their individuality with iconic and sensuous design.


With the passage of time the case colour of the Aikon Bronze will evolve as a testi-
mony of the wearer’s lifestyle. The result of this dynamic interaction is an exclusive
patination, making each watch truly unique.

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The Bronze Aikon is housed in a 44mm case and paired with a smoke-effect dial
adorned with horizontal lines spanning its surface. The aged appearance of the dial
complements the patination found on the case. The hour and minute hands are 4N
gold plated, reinforcing the sense of luxury. The hands are lined with SuperLuminova,
aiding legibility in restricted light. A central sweep seconds hand and date display
complete the inventory of functions.

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Each hour is denoted with luminous 4N gold plated indexes. Convenience is assured
with the quartz movement, ensuring the wearer does not have to remember to wind
the watch. The Aikon Bronze is supplied on a vintage calf leather strap, featuring the
brand’s legendary integrated ‘M’ logo, and a bronze pin buckle.

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This rare timepiece, limited to only 388 examples, provides the wearer with the op-
portunity to personalise their watch with daily wear and thereby effectively create
their own, unique Aikon. #Beyouraikon

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 Technical Specifications

Model:  AIKON Bronze

Reference: AI1028-BRZ01-720-1

Case
Diameter: 44 mm
Height: 11 mm
Material: Bronze
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Dial   
Brown gradient
Indexes: 4N Rose gold plated, white SLN
Hands: 4N Rose gold plated, white SLN
Movement  
Quartz
Functions 
Hours, minutes and seconds
Date at 3 o'clock
Strap
Vintage brown calf leather
Buckle: Bronze pin


Limited Edition  to only 388 pieces


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