Friday, October 30, 2020

Ateliers deMonaco – ADMIRAL Chronographe Flyback – STRADIVARI Edition

Ateliers deMonacoADMIRAL Chronographe Flyback – STRADIVARI Limited Edition 2020

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Ateliers deMonaco unveils its latest creation: the Admiral Chronographe Flyback Stradivari

Produced in partnership with the architect and designer Luca Stradivari, a direct descendant of legendary luthier Antonio Stradivari – creator of the famous Stradivarius violin – the new Admiral Chronographe Flyback Stradivari watch is a wonderfully refined and beautifully orchestrated device. Available in four limited editions (steel, 18 carats rose gold, white gold and yellow gold), fans of fine watchmaking are sure to appreciate the difference this striking creation with its geometric dial and ingenious chronograph flyback function will make to daily life.

 The meeting of two universes

Italian design and watchmaking appear to be a natural fit. Both are arts practised at the highest level and instrumentalised by exceptional objects, cleverly constructed from choice materials. They require knowledge of materials, finesse in execution, harmony of lines and carefully preserved know-how, to which only the designers and artisans hold the secret.

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It was in Monaco, where the watch brand began, that these two worlds were brought together. The talented architect and designer Luca Stradivari teamed up with Ateliers deMonaco to create something of great quality with real personality. Eager to make the most authentic and – on occasion – the wildest dreams come true, Luca Stradivari has infused the new Admiral Chronographe Flyback Stradivari watch with his exhilarating creative energy. His keen eye for curves, lines and perspective has influenced the silhouette of this timepiece, its relief and dynamism as daring as its creator.

Ancestral inspiration

More than an architect and designer, Luca Stradivari, has also inherited a particular sensibility from his ancestors that has undoubtedly intensified his pursuit of perfection. He can in fact claim to be a direct descendant of Antonio Stradivari, the renowned luthier who designed the finest violin of all time, the famous Stradivarius.

Luthiers and watchmakers share the same passion for excellence. Between the dancing cogs and the accuracy of the keys, their expertise comes down to long hours of demanding and meticulous work. Attention to detail and precision of movement set the tone for these creations being handcrafted in workshops by artisans dedicated to designing the perfect instrument.

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 This is demonstrated by the fact that 300 years on, no one has definitively solved the mystery of the legendary Stradivarius and its uniquely special sound. In spite of the many theories surrounding the specific make-up of the varnish used, the internal wood structure, its chemical treatment – or even micro-glaciation – for improving its resonance, none of it has been established for sure to this day.


Growing up in a world where he came into contact with very finely crafted objects produced to the highest standards from an early age, Luca Stradivari has developed his vision of the perfect object made from the finest materials.

High-quality finishes

What makes a great instrument for measuring time? Its contours, personality, materials and finishes. The new Admiral Chronographe Flyback Stradivari timepiece has it all.

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Housed in a 42 mm case enhanced by a raised middle, the well-defined black geometric dial with intertwining lines capable of transporting its admirers to other horizons reveals the dreamlike spirit of Luca Stradivari. Coated and curved, bold polished triangular hour markers in opposite directions frame this fantasy and give the piece its dynamism. Elegant dauphine hands indicating the hours, minutes and seconds of the chronograph glide over the signature of the architect and designer, given pride of place at 6 o’clock. At 9 o’clock, you’ll find the small seconds counter and on the opposite side, the chronograph’s minutes counter.

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In keeping with its passion for Fine Watchmaking, Ateliers deMonaco has given its latest creation an open case back allowing the dMc-760 calibre to be admired. 

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Decorated by hand, there is intricate circular satin-finishing, perlage, Côtes de Genève, chamfering and traits tirés adorning the bridges. Completing the piece is the signature 22 carat gold oscillating weight, a feature of all the brand’s automatic watches, carefully revolving around the movement. Beating at a frequency of 28,800 vph, it has a power reserve of 38 hours.

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There are four limited edition models available: one steel model limited to 88 pieces and 36 in 18 carat gold, including: 12 white gold, 12 yellow gold and 12 rose gold.

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Finally, to ensure the various elements can be appreciated in exceptional detail, the two sapphire crystals on the case (bezel and case back) benefit from an anti-reflective treatment on both sides.

 A patented mechanism

The flyback function first appeared in 1936, enabling pilots and elite athletes to time themselves over long and short distances. A straightforward concept, it allows the chronograph to be stopped, reset and restarted with a single press of the push-piece, rather than three successive presses.

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True to its goal of making complications both easier to use and more efficient, the patented Admiral Chronographe Flyback by Ateliers deMonaco is no exception. This feature measures a succession of elapsed times, while eliminating many repetitive and unnecessary operations. The flyback module has only 96 parts, making it one of the most efficient flyback modules in the world, as well as one of the most affordable, thanks to its ingenious construction.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection:  ADMIRAL

Model: ADMIRAL Chronographe Flyback – STRADIVARI

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Reference: dMc-CHR-SDV-S

Movement
Automatic dMc-760 caliber

Flyback chronograph with patented ‘’Direct return to zero’’ mechanism
Frequency: 28800 beats/hour (4 Hz)
38-hour power reserve
32 jewels
Hand decoration on all bridges
Circular satin-finishing, circular graining, Côte de Genève, chamfered, line drawn
22K gold hand-engraved rotor
Functions
Hours, minutes, chronograph seconds (center)
Small seconds(9 o’clock), chronograph minutes (3 o’clock), flyback
Case
Stainless steel case
Diameter: 42 MM
Height: 13.3 MM
3 parts
Full polished and assembled by hand
Multi-layered anti-reflection coating on front and back sapphire crystal
Case back secured with 6 screws
Water-resistant up to 5 ATM
Dial
Sapphire
Polished, curved and applied indexes
Hands: Dauphine
Strap
Hand-stitched alligator leather with nubuck finishing
Stainless steel folding buckle

Edition
Limited edition 88 pieces 

Price  CHF 18,000

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Thursday, October 29, 2020

CHOPARD – Mille Miglia Race 2020 Edition

 CHOPARDMille Miglia Race 42 Edition 2020

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Official timekeeper of the world’s most beautiful car race
A hint of Dolce Vita on the starting line of the 2020 ‘Mille Miglia’

Brescia, Thursday 22nd October 2020 – For the 32nd consecutive year, Chopard lined up at the start of this new edition of the 1000 Miglia rally as main partner and official timekeeper. Traditionally organised in May, the car race regarded as "the world’s most beautiful" is being held this year from October 22nd to 25th, in compliance with the prevailing public health regulations.

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This calendar upheaval did not dampen the enthusiasm of the more than 400 crews who set out to conquer the 1,618 kilometres of the course – all under the protective, encouraging and watchful gaze of friend of the Maison, Jacky Ickx, who presided over the festivities organised by Chopard. The evening before, during an intimate dinner at La Sosta in Brescia, "Mister Le Mans" unveiled the timepieces from the Mille Miglia Collection created by the in-house Artisans in homage to the race.

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Since becoming the 1000 Miglia‘s principal partner and official timekeeper in 1988, Chopard has produced a new Mille Miglia timepiece every year. Over the decades, these have come to be highly sought-after collectors’ items, as much for their rarity – all are made in strictly limited numbers – as for the way they perfectly express the inextricable link between the worlds of classic cars and mechanical sports watches.

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A chronograph is an essential piece of operational equipment for any serious rally contestant, and every team taking part in the 1000 Miglia is presented with the Mille Miglia Race Edition chronograph before they arrive at the start line. The Chopard Mille Miglia 2020 Race Edition is issued in two versions powered by a chronometer-certified movement: 1,000 in bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel and 250 in two-tone bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel and ethical 18-carat rose gold.  

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The Mille Miglia 2020 Race Edition revisits the full-black theme with a bead-blasted, Diamond-Like-Carbon (DLC)-treated case, a matt black varnished dial and contrasting ‘vintage yellow’ markings. The combination adds up to a retro look that appears entirely at home at the steering wheel of a classic automobile, yet which works equally well for regular day or evening wear and is sure to appeal to younger enthusiasts becoming increasingly involved in events such as the 1000 Miglia.

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Indeed, as Chopard Co-President, avid classic car enthusiast and 31-time Mille Miglia competitor Karl-Friedrich Scheufele explains: “We had our younger clients in mind when we created this year’s watch. Younger generations are increasingly interested in classic cars, and we’re seeing newly married couples as well as father-and-son tandems taking part in events such as the Mille Miglia. This year’s watch is very much intended for them.”

 Functionality meets legibility and comfort

Partly inspired by the satin black and ‘gunmetal’ finishes often seen on vintage cars, the DLC finish gives the 42-mm, bead-blasted stainless steel case a highly attractive appearance that is also scratch-resistant and non-reflective. Comfort and a perfect fit are assured by the use of short strap lugs, while the practical nature of the timepiece is demonstrated by the extreme legibility resulting from the strong contrast between the matt black dial surface and the vintage yellow minute track and tachymeter scale.

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These features make this timepiece ideal for the type of speed and distance calculations often called for during special rally stages. The Arabic numerals, also in vintage yellow, are filled with ultra-bright Super-LumiNova®enabling the watch to be more easily read in low-light conditions, while the counter subdials are clearly marked to show 60 seconds, 30 minutes and 12 hours. 

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A bold date window is located between the 4 and 5 o’clock positions, while a hint of red on the tip of the seconds’ hand – together with the subtle inclusion of the famous red 1000 Miglia direction arrow – are the indications on the dial side that this chronograph pays tribute to what Enzo Ferrari called ‘the most beautiful race in the world.’

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One watch, two versions

Two versions of the Chopard Mille Miglia 2020 Race Edition will be available: an all-black model in a 1,000-piece limited series, plus a further run of 250 fitted with bezels made from contrasting bead-blasted 18-carat ethical rose gold. Both of them are powered by a chronometer-certified mechanical movement with automatic winding enabling a comfortable 42-hour power reserve.

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Turning the watch over reveals a sapphire crystal case-back bordered by the 1000 Miglia logo and the unique edition number of each piece while the perfect finishing touch is set by a black, perforated leather strap with tone-on-tone stitching and a rubber lining featuring Chopard‘s signature tread pattern based on that of a 1960s Dunlop racing tyre.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection : Mille Miglia

Model:  Mille Miglia Race 2020 Edition 

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Ref. 168589-3028 – in beadblasted DLC-treated stainless steel with a black calfskin and rubber strap, 1,000-piece limited edition

Case
Beadblasted DLC-treated stainless steel
Total diameter: 42.00 mm
Thickness: 12.67 mm
Water resistance: 50 metres
Screw-lock crown in bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel
with steering wheel motif 7.50 mm
Bezel in bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel
Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
Beadblasted DLC-treated stainless steel pushers
Exhibition back secured with screws and featuring the 1000 Miglia logo around the circumference – tinted glass
Movement

Mechanical movement with automatic winding

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Chronograph
Total diameter: 28.60 mm
Thickness: 6.10 mm
Number of jewels: 37
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Power reserve: 42
hours
Chronometer-certified (COSC)
Dial and hands
Matt black-varnished dial with vintage yellow transfers for the minute track and tachymeter scale
Red 1000 Miglia logo at 12 o’clock
Super-LumiNova®-painted vintage yellow Arabic numerals
Black-varnished counters at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock
Facetted metallic black hours and minutes hands
Metallic black counter hands at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock
Metallic black red-tipped centre sweep-seconds hand
Functions
    Hours, minutes, seconds
    Small seconds at 3 o’clock
    30-minute and 12-hour counters
    Date window between 4 and 5 o’clock
    Tachymeter scale
Strap and buckle
Black calfskin strap with tone-on-tone stitching
Perforations inspired by driving gloves
Black rubber lining inspired by 1960s Dunlop racing tyres
Folding clasp in bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel

Price  CHF 6,700 / $6,700 / £5,850 / 6.500 € / ¥770,000 / CN¥ 51,000
 

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Ref. 168589-6002 – in bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel and ethical 18-carat rose gold with a black calfskin and rubber strap 250-piece limited edition

Case
Beadblasted DLC-treated stainless steel
Total diameter: 42.00 mm
Thickness: 12.67 mm
Water resistance: 50 metres
Screw-lock crown in bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel with steering wheel motif 7.50 mm
Bezel in bead-blasted ethical 18-carat rose gold
Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
Beadblasted DLC-treated stainless steel pushers
Exhibition back secured with screws and featuring the 1000 Miglia logo around the circumference – tinted glass
Movement
Mechanical movement with automatic winding
Chronograph
Total diameter: 28.60 mm
Thickness: 6.10 mm
Number of jewels: 37
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Power reserve: 42 hours
Chronometer-certified (COSC)
Dial and hands
Matt black-varnished dial with vintage yellow transfers for the minute track and tachymeter scale
Red 1000 Miglia logo at 12 o’clock
Super-LumiNova®-painted vintage yellow Arabic numerals
Black-varnished counters at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock
Facetted metallic black hours and minutes hands
Metallic black counter hands at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock
Metallic black red-tipped centre sweep-seconds hand
Functions
    Hours, minutes, seconds
    Small seconds at 3 o’clock
    30-minute and 12-hour counters
    Date window is between 4 and 5 o’clock
    Tachymeter scale
Strap and buckle
Black calfskin strap with tone-on-tone stitching
Perforations inspired by driving gloves
Black rubber lining inspired by 1960s Dunlop racing tyres
Folding clasp in bead-blasted DLC-treated stainless steel

Price  CHF 8,400 / $8,400 / £7,330 / 8.150 € / ¥960,000 / CN¥ 64,000

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Wednesday, October 28, 2020

HUBLOT – BIG BANG Unico Sapphire 45 HARRODS Special Edition


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HUBLOTBIG BANG Unico Sapphire 45 HARRODS Special Edition

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To mark the on-going partnership between Hublot and Harrods a new and exclusive Hublot Big Bang Unico Sapphire Harrods was unveiled, limited to 15 pieces.

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October 2020 – Hublot is delighted to announce the launch of the Big Bang Unico Sapphire Harrods in partnership with one of the world’s leading department stores, Harrods. The timepiece embodies Hublot’s philosophy to “Be First, Different and Unique”.

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The model of 330 components includes a 45mm polished sapphire crystal case and striking SAXEM bezel, which pays tribute to Harrods by incorporating the luxury department store’s signature colour green. SAXEM (Sapphire Aluminium oXide and rare Earth Mineral) is a high-tech material that was first used in a watchcase by Hublot in 2019, and combines peerless resistance with a brilliance that comes close to that of a diamond.

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In order to obtain this unparalleled shade of green, transparency and radiance, the Hublot manufacture – an expert in the concept of fusion – mixed aluminium oxide, the basic component of sapphire, with rare-earth elements like thulium and holmium as well as chromium. The resulting material is both harder than emerald (which is too soft to be machined) and endowed with a brilliance that is greater than that of sapphire.
Behind its modern camouflage design dial, the watch proudly houses Hublot’s own UNICO Manufacture movement and features the Harrods logo on the sapphire case-back. With two interchangeable straps that use Hublot’s patented one-click system, wearers can change between a transparent lined rubber strap and a camouflage strap in a single click.

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The 15 special edition models will come in an exclusive box specifically designed for the collection, and are available exclusively in the Hublot Boutique in the Harrods Fine Watch Room, located on the lower ground floor.


"Since the launch of Hublot at Harrods in 2010, Hublot has had the pleasure of collaborating with the world’s leading luxury department store on many creative campaigns and initiatives. With this new timepiece drawing on Hublot’s expertise and in Harrods’ signature colour, available to Harrods clients in a special edition of 15 models, we are proud to see our partnership continue to go from strength to strength." - Ricardo Guadalupe , Hublot CEO

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"The launch of The Big Bang Unico Sapphire Harrods presents a moment for us to celebrate the incredible relationship we have built with Hublot over the past decade, through this truly unique and contemporary design, which we’re confident Harrods’ clients will love. The vibrant green Sapphire bezel and clear Sapphire case create a striking addition to the Big Bang Sapphire family – limited to only 15 pieces, I’m excited to share this latest collaborative limited edition with our clients."- Beth Hannaway, Head of fine jewellery & watches at Harrods

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Hublot is renowned for creating special edition pieces in partnership with the most celebrated names in the world of sport, fashion and music. Celebrating a relationship that started in 2010 with Harrods, the Swiss luxury watchmaker is delighted to offer Harrods’ clients the opportunity to buy a watch that cannot be found anywhere in the world other than in the iconic department store of Knightsbridge.

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Throughout November, the Big Bang Unico Sapphire Harrods will take centre stage in the Hublot Harrods Christmas window display on Brompton road, which this year explores the luxury of tomorrow and the most extraordinary gifts in the world. On the very same day as seeing it in the iconic Harrods Christmas display, and only steps away in the Hublot Boutique in the Fine Watch room, customers will have the opportunity to try on and purchase the exclusive timepiece.

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Technical Specifications

 Model: BIG BANG UNICO Sapphire 45 HARRODS Special Edition

Reference 411.JG.0192.RT.HOD20

Case
Material: SAXEM (Sapphire Aluminium oXide and rare Earth Mineral)
Diameter: 45mm
Thickness: 15.45mm
Bezel: Sapphire green
Bezel Lug: Green composite resin
Screws « H »: Mat titanium
Glass: Sapphire with anti-reflective treatment
Case back: Sapphire. Engraved "HARRODS EDITON", "N° XX/15"
Case back Glass: Sapphire with interior anti-reflective treatment
Water Resistant: 10 ATM (100m)
Dial

Circular dial
Camouflage print sapphire dial

Hands: Mat hands with luminescent
    Counter ring at 9 o'clock (small second)   
    Counter ring at 3 o'clock (chronograph minute)
Movement
Caliber Hublot HUB1242
UNICO Manufacture self-winding chronograph flyback movement with column wheel
Date: Window at 3 o'clock
Dimensions:  Dia. 30 mm; Thickness 8.05mm
No of Components: 330  

Frequency: 4 Hz (28'800 A/h) 
Jewels:  38
Power reserve: 72 Hours
Straps

  • Green camouflage rubber.
  • Ribbed white rubber.

Buckle: Titanium with ceramic insert deployant buckle clasp


Limited to 15 pieces, available only at Harrods

PRICE 

  • 59'000 £

New Model - 2020 

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#BigBangUnico  #UnicoSapphire #HUBLOTHarrods

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Tuesday, October 27, 2020

CYRUS – Klepcys GMT Retrograde Titanium Edition

 CYRUSKlepcys GMT Retrograde Titanium Edition 2020

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CYRUS EXTENDS ITS COLLECTION AND WELCOMES ITS LATEST CREATION: “KLEPCYS GMT RETROGRADE

A complete new automatic manufacture movement, a specifically designed case with modified diameter and thickness, and a useful, instantly readable and user-friendly function are just some of its interesting characteristics. 

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CYRUS Geneva, the independent Swiss Maison with its manufacture based in Le Locle, is moving forward from its explorations into watchmaking complications such as the moonphase, alarm and vertical tourbillon to introduce a newcomer for 2020. This timepiece will further join the Klepcys collection: the newly-developed automatic movement sees a “second time zone” function, housed in a titanium case which is smaller than existing models.

The result is the KLEPCYS GMT RETROGRADE, yet another work of art which lives up to the high qualitative standards of traditional watchmaking. It is the brainchild of Jean-François Mojon, a master watchmaker deemed one of the most highly skilled and prolific of the twenty-first century.
CYRUS has incorporated one of the most useful functions a watch can have into this latest creation. We live in an age when many travel around the world, be it for business or pleasure. And timepieces with GMT allow two time zones to be displayed at the same time: local time and home time.

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Traditionally indicated with the acronym GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), this function is named after the English town of Greenwich, through the middle of which runs the “0” meridian. From this reference point, other zones indicate time which is either ahead of (+) or behind (-)GMT. On January1st,1972, the GMT definition was replaced with the initials UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), even though GMT continues to be used. Now UTC represents a time benchmark worldwide.

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Designed to be a time instrument that is practical, easy to use and a trusty companion in our globetrotting adventures, the new KLEPCYS GMT RETROGRADE incorporates all the brand’s hallmark features, both in terms of cutting-edge technology and its futuristic, “unconventional” style.
This extraordinary timepiece encompasses all the features that set CYRUS creations apart: the functional double crown, the 3D architecture of the dial, the exceptional decoration and finishings are all combined with a reliable, newly-designed manufacture movement.  

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For the first time, the ergonomic cushion-shaped case with elongated lugs is waterproof to no less than 10 ATM. The case has been resized and now comes in a diameter of 42 mm. The watch is thinner and ultra-light on the wrist as it is made of grade 5 titanium. Available in three versions, in natural polished titanium, two-tone with a black DLC titanium bezel and all black DLC titanium, with its characteristic crowns set at 3h and 9h. 

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The 3h crown is easy to pull out and turn, thanks to the caoutchouc rubber ring that envelops the crowns and improves grip. The 9h crown is fix and incorporates a pusher for a quick set function.

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CYRUS remains loyal to its philosophy of “The Conquest of Innovation”, and imposes no limits where creativity is concerned. The KLEPCYS GMT RETROGRADE once again surprises with the exclusive style of the dial, and a state-of-the-art automatic movement crafted in its own ateliers.

The original three-dimensional structure of the dial, long a key feature of the Swiss Maison’s masterpieces, is achieved with overlapping layers that give the watch depth and a style all of its own.

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The first element is a transparent antireflective sapphire disc with Arabic luminescent numerals indicating the hours of local time . On the minutes ring each 5 minutes indicators are also luminescent.
The transparent sapphire crystal showcases the upper plate of the movement, which has an elegant sunray openworked pattern. The result is an appealing “squelette” effect which gives enthusiasts and collectors alike the chance to dive into the very heart of the watch and follow the harmonious movement of wheels and gears. The golden hue adds a further delicate colour contrast.

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 The display of the KLEPCYS GMT RETROGRADE is completed with a blue lacquer ring, with a luminescent indication of the 24-hour second time zone in even Arabic numerals. This is interrupted at 6h to make room for the small seconds.
The star of this subdial, which is adorned with the typical raised triangle embellishment and black PVD treatment, is the blue three-armed helix, the Cyrus logo; it has been given a luminescent finish, allowing the seconds to be read off.
The end result is an exquisite dial which is harmonious in its many details. The indications are intuitive and can be read off with ease.

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 During the design phase, CYRUS opted to set local time as the main time; it is displayed with the newly-designed, open-worked rhodium-plated hands.

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Now the two crowns come into play. In the first position, the crown at 3h is used to wind the movement. In the second position, it adjusts the hour and minute hands of local time. These rotate at the same time as the blue central retrograde hand with a luminescent triangular tip to indicate the home time. Subsequently, by pressing the push button of the crown set at 9h, the local time hand jumps by one hour each time it is pressed until it displays the desired local time. During adjustment, indications of the minutes and the home time remain unchanged. Thus adjusting to the correct time zone while travelling is made extremely simple. 

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KLEPCYS GMT RETROGRADE has been painstakingly designed. It is driven by a powerful customised “engine”which offers outstanding precision performance.  Working with his team of skilled watchmakers and constructors, Jean-François Mojon has developed the new CYR708 in-house automatic calibre. Designed to be robust and reliable, it is set apart by a design that lives up to the brand’s philosophy. Its annular balance wheel beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour, achieving a power reserve of 55 hours.

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The sapphire crystal case back also makes it possible to admire the meticulous work of the skilled craftsmen, who decorate the anthracite grey NAC bridges with slightly curved sunrays in a satin  and microbillé finish. The single-block oscillating mass is openworked with a style which recalls the design on the plate as seen from the dial.

KLEPCYS GMTRETROGRADE comes complete with a customised black caoutchouc rubber strap with a central groove bearing the Cyrus symbol. It fastens with a folding customised clasp in titanium. 

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KLEPCYS GMT RETROGRADE is the perfect watch for globetrotters, but also for fans of exclusive watches, in search of a sophisticated time accessory made in just 50 pieces per version. 

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Ref. 539.507.TT.A (polished titanium)
Ref. 539.507.TD.A (polished titanium with black DLC bezel)
Ref. 539.507.DD.A (all black DLC titanium)

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Movement
Self-winding manufactured movement, calibre CYR708
Size: 38.00 mm Ø x 7.10 mm thickness
Number of parts of the complete movement: 278
Number of jewels:41
Frequency: 4 Hz
Vibrations per hour: 28,800
Power reserve: 55
hours (minimum)
One barrel with ratchet wheel, with “colimaçonage”finish and Cyrus logo
Swiss lever escapement
Annular balance wheel
Bridges: in anthracite grey NAC, decorated with slightly curved sunray pattern with satin  and microbillé finish
Single-block oscillating mass, openworked with a sunray pattern
Screws with polished head, bevelled edge and cut

Functions
Hours, minutes (local time)
Small seconds
Second time zone on 24 hours with retrograde hand (home time)

Case
Cushion-shaped case comprising 26 parts
Diameter: 42 mm excluding crowns
Thickness: 13.9 mm
Available in the following materials:
Polished grade 5 titanium
Two-tone in polished grade 5 titanium(case middle, lugs, crowns) and black DLC treated titanium bezel.
All black DLC grade 5 titanium
Crown at 3h: in position 1, it winds the movement; in position 2, it adjusts the time (hours and minutes of local time and time of the city of origin (home time). All three hands turn simultaneously.
Crown at 9h: each time the pusher is pressed, the local time hand moves forward one hour in a clockwise direction, leaving the minutes of the home time unchanged.
Decoration of crowns: engraved with the Cyrus logo, black caoutchouc rubber ring finished with small raised squares
Sapphire crystal on dial side: anti-reflective on both sides
Case back: sapphire crystal, closed with screws customised with the Cyrus logo
Waterproof: up to 10 ATM (100 m – 330 ft)

Dial
Three-dimensional dial on several levels
First level: transparent antireflective sapphire crystal disc with the hours indications with luminescent Arabic numerals (white SuperLuminova with blue light emissions)
Minute ring with luminescent five minutes indicators (white SuperLuminova with blue light emissions)
Second level:
Home time ring in blue lacquer, with luminescent  Arabic numerals and dots
Small seconds dial at 6 decorated with small raised triangles and treated with black PVD finish. The 5-second indicators are luminescent (white SuperLuminova with blue light emissions)
New design for hour and minute hands: rhodium-plated, luminescent and openworked
Small second hand: blue helix-shape (the Cyrus symbol) with one luminescent end
Blue hand for the second time zone (home time) with triangular luminescent tip

Strap
Black caoutchouc strap with central groove, customised with the helix, the Cyrus symbol
Folding customised clasp in titanium personalised with the Cyrus logo


Limited Edition - 50-Pieces


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1228 Plan-les-Ouates
Switzerland
Phone: +41 32 384 25 20
Email: info@cyrus-watches.ch
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