Showing posts with label Frederique Constant. Show all posts
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Saturday, February 24, 2018

Frederique Constant – HYBRID Manufacture First 3.0 Watch



















Frederique ConstantHYBRID Manufacture First 3.0 Smart Watch

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Frederique Constant Launches World’s First
3.0 Watch: The Hybrid Manufacture
Partners with Mark Ruffalo for Launch Event

New York, NY (February 22, 2018) – Frederique Constant partnered with Oscar Nominated and Emmy Award Winning Actor, Mark Ruffalo to unveil a groundbreaking revolution in the Swiss watch industry.


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Frederique Constant combines three unique technologies, a Manufacture movement, Smart Watch Functions and Caliber Analytics, to create the World’s First 3.0 Watch: The Hybrid Manufacture

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The event was held at the exclusive Carpenter’s Gallery where media, retailers, as well as VIPs of the brand experienced the unveiling of the Hybrid Manufacture. Guests discovered a technical and innovative marvel in watchmaking. Those in attendance experienced holographic formations of the timepiece’s movement showcasing the structural movement and innovative technology in 3D.

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Frederique Constant Group President, Peter Stas presented the Hybrid Manufacture, followed by a Q&A between Mark Ruffalo and Entertainment Reporter, Bill McCuddy.

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Stas then announced the brand’s donation of two of the first Hybrid Manufacture timepieces to an upcoming charity auction to benefit The Solutions Project, an organization that Mark Ruffalo is leading to move us to clean, renewable energy powered by the wind, water, and sun.

Innovation @ Frederique Constant

Innovation is one of our important Brand Values and since it’s beginning in 1988, the Frederique Constant brand continuously innovated.  We invested massively in this domain to offer creativity and outstanding technical features in our timepieces.

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Every year, Frederique Constant continues to add movements to its in-house collection; and this year is no exception. Designed in keeping with classical watchmaking principles, updated with innovative 21st century techniques, the new Hybrid Manufacture by Frederique Constant combines Swiss Made fine Mechanical watchmaking with Smartwatch functionality.

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Revolution in Swiss Watch Industry, Frederique Constant combines three unique technologies ever in Swiss watchmaking. Hence the 3.0, the Frederique Constant Hybrid Manufacture combines:
  • 1) MANUFACTURE;
  • 2) SMART WATCH FUNCTIONS, and
  • 3) CALIBER ANALYTICS.
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PETER STAS, PRESIDENT
FREDERIQUE CONSTANT GROUP:

We were the first Swiss Watch Manufacturer to introduce the Horological Smart Watch in 2015. Now, we are the first to combine a Manufacture Mechanical Caliber with Smartwatch functionality.”

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1) Manufacture
The Hybrid Manufacture FC-750 caliber is in-house developed, in-house produced and in-house assembled. The caliber is patented.

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The mechanical part of the FC-750 is an in-house automatic caliber with date, set by the crown at 3 o’clock.
  • Automatic winding, 28’800 alt/h
  • Functions: hours, minutes, central second’s hand, date counter at 6 o’clock
  • 42h power reserve
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The electronic part of the FC-750 is also in-house developed, in-house produced and in-house assembled by the Brand. This electronic part of the caliber enables the Smart Functions of the Hybrid Manufacture watch.

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By integrating the two technologies inside a unique caliber, the technological challenge was to delete the negative magnetic effects between the mechanical and the electronical parts. This is how our highly skilled designers and watchmakers developed and patented a unique anti-magnetic shield case.

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The FC-750 Hybrid Manufacture caliber is a revolutionary new caliber combining mechanical and electronical components.

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The connection between the watch and the Hybrid App is done by the pusher button located on the left side of the watch case.

2) Smart Watch Functions
The connection between the watch and the Hybrid App is done via the pusher button located on the left side of the watch case with Bluetooth®  technology.

The Smart Functions are visible on the watch on the counter at 12 o’clock as well as in the Hybrid App.
Activity Tracking: define your objective (# of steps per day) and track your step counting

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Sleep Monitoring: was your sleep deep or light? Did you achieve your Sleep hours objective?

Analytics: (Measure mechanical movement: Rate, Amplitude, Beat Error)

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Worldtimer (2nd time zone + local 24h time)

Dynamic coach

Pusher Settings (24h display, Worldtimer, Activity/Sleep, Workouts, Chronometer, Powernap, Battery indicator)

3) Caliber Analytics
Inside the caliber, we integrated our proprietary Caliber Analytics functionality, an Algorithm to measure Rate, Amplitude and Beat error. Results are communicated to the Hybrid App via Bluetooth and can be seen in the form of graphs over time.

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Once per day at 4.00am, the watch analyzes automatically (no requested action from the user) the health of the mechanical movement. Inside the caliber we analyze the oscillations of the movement with a sophisticated Algorithm. 3 measures are taken and reported: Rate, Amplitude and Beat error.

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The results displayed in the App. (Analytics App screen is available in the Hybrid App, on the 5th swiped screen at the top).

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Once analyzed, at the bottom of the screen a summary is displayed on the movement’s health check: green=> all is good / red => need to check the watch. If it appears that the mechanical caliber has an issue, we will inform the customers via both the App and the Cloud.


Rotator Charger Box

The Hybrid Manufacture is delivered into a luxurious wooden winder box offering:
1) a removable charger for the electronical Smartwatch functionality and
2) a winder rotating box that charges the mainspring in the mechanical caliber.

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The removable charger can be taken out for traveling. By a simple USB cable, the Hybrid Manufacture watch can be charged anywhere out of its wooden winder box.

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Technical Specifications

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Reference        FC-750MC4H6         

Case           
Polished stainless steel 2-parts case, diameter of 42 mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 5 ATM
Movement    FC-750 Manufacture Hybrid caliber, automatic with date adjustable by crown and connected counter activated by pusher
Perlage & Circular Côtes de Genève decoration on the movement
33 jewels, 42 hours power reserve, 28’800 alt/h
7+ days battery life
Dial   
 Silver colour dial with decoration guilloché and black printed indexes
            Hand polished black  hands
            Date counter at 6 o’clock
            Connected counter at 12 o’clock
Bracelet        Black alligator strap
Functions     Hours, minutes, seconds, date by hand, connected counter

Connected functions     
  • Activity tracking
  • Sleep monitoring
  • Dynamic coach
  • Worldtimer (2nd time zone + local 24h time)
  • Analytics (Measure mechanical movement : Rate, Amplitude, Beat Error).
  • Pusher settings (24h display | Battery indicator | Chronometer | Worldtimer |
  • Activity/Sleep | Workouts | Nap)
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Reference        FC-750MCN4H6

Case           
Polished stainless steel 2-parts case, diameter of 42 mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 5 ATM
Movement    FC-750 Manufacture Hybrid caliber, automatic with date adjustable by crown and connected counter activated by pusher
Perlage & Circular Côtes de Genève decoration on the movement
33 jewels, 42 hours power reserve, 28’800 alt/h
7+ days battery life
Dial   
 Navy dial with decoration guilloché and black printed indexes
Hand polished White  hands
            Date counter at 6 o’clock
            Connected counter at 12 o’clock
Bracelet        Blue alligator strap
Functions     Hours, minutes, seconds, date by hand, connected counter

Connected functions     
  • Activity tracking
  • Sleep monitoring
  • Dynamic coach
  • Worldtimer (2nd time zone + local 24h time)
  • Analytics (Measure mechanical movement : Rate, Amplitude, Beat Error).
  • Pusher settings (24h display | Battery indicator | Chronometer | Worldtimer |
  • Activity/Sleep | Workouts | Nap)
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Reference        FC-750MC4H4    

Case           
Rose gold plated polished stainless steel 3-parts case, diameter of 42 mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 5 ATM
Movement    FC-750 Manufacture Hybrid caliber, automatic with date adjustable by crown and connected counter activated by pusher
Perlage & Circular Côtes de Genève decoration on the movement
33 jewels, 42 hours power reserve, 28’800 alt/h
7+ days battery life
Dial  
Silver colour dial with decoration guilloché and black printed indexes
Hand polished black  hands
            Date counter at 6 o’clock
            Connected counter at 12 o’clock
Bracelet        Dark brown alligator strap
Functions     Hours, minutes, seconds, date by hand, connected counter

Connected functions     
  • Activity tracking
  • Sleep monitoring
  • Dynamic coach
  • Worldtimer (2nd time zone + local 24h time)
  • Analytics (Measure mechanical movement : Rate, Amplitude, Beat Error).
  • Pusher settings (24h display | Battery indicator | Chronometer | Worldtimer |
  • Activity/Sleep | Workouts | Nap)
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Reference        FC-750DG4H6

Case           
Polished stainless steel 3-parts case, diameter of 42 mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 5 ATM
Movement    FC-750 Manufacture Hybrid caliber, automatic with date adjustable by crown and connected counter activated by pusher
Perlage & Circular Côtes de Genève decoration on the movement
33 jewels, 42 hours power reserve, 28’800 alt/h
7+ days battery life
Dial
Dark grey dial with decoration guilloché and silver applied indexes
Hand polished silver hands with white luminous
            Date counter at 6 o’clock
            Connected counter at 12 o’clock
Bracelet        Dark Grey alligator strap
Functions     Hours, minutes, seconds, date by hand, connected counter

Connected functions     
  • Activity tracking
  • Sleep monitoring
  • Dynamic coach
  • Worldtimer (2nd time zone + local 24h time)
  • Analytics (Measure mechanical movement : Rate, Amplitude, Beat Error).
  • Pusher settings (24h display | Battery indicator | Chronometer | Worldtimer |
  • Activity/Sleep | Workouts | Nap)
Limited edition    888 pieces

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Tuesday, February 6, 2018

Frederique Constant – Classic Worldtimer Manufacture Green Dial


















Frederique ConstantClassic Worldtimer Manufacture Green Dial - New Version 2018


2018 PRE-BASELWORLD NOVELTY
Classic Worldtimer Manufacture 

Geneva 2018,  – Frederique Constant presents its first novelty of 2018, a redesigned Classic Worldtimer Manufacture featuring a new green color pattern.


Making time

Nowadays, Time could be considered just as precious as gold. For the busy businessman travelling around the world, keeping track of time locally and at home is primordial. With the new Classic Wordtimer Manufacture, you will be able to track time throughout twenty-four cities worldwide.

The world at your fingertips

A finely world map was etched on the dial and the twenty-four cities are placed on its outer rim just as previous editions.

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The date by hand is located at 6 o’clock and perfectly fits within the dial. Telling time on this newest timepiece will make keeping time a relaxing and simple experience. 

Setting up your Worldtimer

The FC-718 caliber movement is an extraordinary piece of machinery not only because it is in-house designed, developed and produced but also because its Worldtimer functions as well as the date are all adjustable via the crown itself, with no additional push-buttons. Frederique Constant was the first to announce such an accomplishment and three Worldtimer editions later this innovation is one of the top selling arguments for this watch.

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To easily set the functions you must choose between three settings; the first lets you wind the watch by turning the crown upwards; the second allows the user to set the date and city by turning the crown upwards and downwards, respectively; and the third position allows the user to set the time by turning the crown downwards. This timepiece displays two separate discs, one featuring a 24h day-night indicator and a second one with the twenty-four cities. As a Manufacture movement, the FC-718 caliber is decorated with Perlages and Côtes de Genève, and holds a 42-hour power reserve. The green timepiece is complete with a green alligator strap with white stitches.

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With yet another revival of the Classic Worldtimer Manufacture, Frederique Constant continues to enhance its Manufacture collection. Always mindful of the “Accessible Luxury” philosophy it implemented the brand strikes again with an in-house movement for under 3500 CHF.

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Technical details

Model: Classic Worldtimer Manufacture

Reference: FC-718GRWM4H6

Case
Polished stainless steel 3-parts case
Diameter of 42mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 5 ATM
Movement
Manufacture caliber FC-718  
Automatic with date and worldtime function adjustable through the crown
Perlage & Circular Côtes de Genève decoration on the movement
26 jewels, 42hours power reserve, 28’800 alt/h
Functions      
Hours, minutes, seconds, date by hand, world timer function
Dial
Green color dial with worldmap in the center and luminous indexes.
Hand-polished silver-colored hands with white luminous treatment.
  • Date counter at 6 o’clock
  • 24h disc with day-night indication
  • City disc with 24 cities
Bracelet
Green alligator strap with white stitches.


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Friday, November 10, 2017

Frederique Constant – Classics Carrée Automatic


















Frederique ConstantClassics Carrée Automatic

Classics Carrée Automatic

November 2017, Geneva – Frederique Constant revives the classic square shape, by introducing a retro-inspired timepiece.

The Roaring 20s

While square watches were particularly popular among women during the 1920s, men shifted from their round pocket watch and started wearing wristwatches around that time. In order to break from the tradition but also for practical reasons, watchmakers starting using the square-shaped case so it would easily accommodate its leather strap.

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The trendsetters of the time took notice and the innovative shape soon became the fashion item of that period.

The Square shape today

Today, the once fashionable shape has become a mere category amongst a large panoply of choices like sport, classic, diver, racer, pilot and many others. Its classical lines and recognizable shape has become a vintage accessory limited to an exclusive niche of aficionados.

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Frederique Constant changes all that with its brand new Classic Carrée Automatic. Its elegant, retro 1920s look fits perfectly within the brand’s philosophy and brings back memories of incredibly sophisticated social events.

The Carrée Automatic

The Classic Carrée Automatic is presented in two versions, a rose gold-plated polished stainless steel or a polished stainless steel case. The silver-colored dial showcases the renowned & iconic Frederique Constant heartbeat opening at 12 o’clock exposing the inner workings of the FC-310 caliber.

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Complete with intricate guilloché details the dial also features elegant printed black Roman numerals on the outer-rim, and Breguet-style hands that delicately sway around the dial. The see-through back case reveals the automatic caliber embellished with colimaçon decoration. A black or dark brown leather strap finishes the look.

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Frederique Constant reinforces its position as a classic brand by reviving such an iconic shape all the while adding a few features that make it a true Frederique Constant watch.

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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTIONS

Model: Classics Carrée Automatic

Reference FC-310MC4S34 - Gold Plated (1’495 CHF/ 1’495 EUR/ 1’595 USD)

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Reference FC-310MC4S36 - Steel (1’195 CHF/ 1’195 EUR/ 1’295 USD)

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Case
  • Rose-Gold Plated polished stainless steel 2-parts case
  • Polished stainless steel 2-parts case
Diameter of 30.4mm x 33.3mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 3 ATM
Movement
Automatic movement
Calibre FC-310 caliber,
Colimaçon decoration on the movement
38-hour power reserve, 26 jewels, 28'800 alt/h
Functions 
Hours, minutes, seconds
Dial
Silver-colored dial, guilloché decoration and printed black Roman numerals
Heartbeat opening at 12 o’clock
Hand-polished black hands
Bracelet
  • Dark brown leather strap
  • Black leather strap
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Friday, August 11, 2017

Frederique Constant – Classics Index Automatic


















Frederique ConstantClassics Index Automatic


2017 NOVELTY

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Classics Index Automatic
A Gentleman’s Watch

August 2017, Geneva – Frederique Constant’s continuously strives to offer elegant watches at a very affordable price. The Classics Index Automatic is no exception to the rule, starting at 950 CHF; sophistication has never been so attainable.

The Gentleman

A man is born a man but his life decisions turn him into a gentleman. By choice, he may embody character, intelligence, strength and style, and will put effort into every aspect of his life including the choice of his watch. His watch needs to reflect his attitude, his chivalry, and his flawless taste. The new Classics Index Automatic magnifies these traits and elevate any man to the status of Gentleman!

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Simplicity is Key

Classicism, elegance, refinement, excellence are all requirements to becoming a perfect gentleman but the essential element is to remain humble and modest. Simplicity will guide the gentleman through life and his classic watch will accompany him on his journey.

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Classics Index Automatic represents minimalism to the core, through its 40mm polished stainless steel or rose gold-plated discreet case, its exquisite but stylish silver-colored dial featuring guilloché decoration, applied Roman numeral indexes and date display at 3 o’clock. The elegant feuille-style hands which are hand-polished and the crown delicately detailed. Both versions of the FC-303 are available with either a dark brown or black leather strap.

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Accessible Luxury Philosophy

For years, the brand has been effortlessly presenting watches who surprise the most skeptics and turns dreams into reality. The Accessible Luxury motto lives through each Frederique Constant watch and makes owning a Swiss excellence-infused timepiece the simplest of tasks. With the latest Classics Index Automatic, Frederique Constant continue to prove that style and savoir-faire are but a heartbeat away

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Frederique Constant’s Classics Index Automatic leaves its mark on the wrist of a man contributing to its journey into becoming a true gentleman!

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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTIONS

Model: Classics Index Automatic

Reference FC-303MS5B6 - Stainless steel
(950 CHF/ 850 EUR/ 950 USD)

Reference FC-303MV5B4 - Gold-plated steel
(1’150 CHF/ 1’050 EUR/ 1’150 USD)

Case
  •  Polished stainless steel 3-parts case
  •  Rose gold-plated polished stainless steel 3-parts case
Diameter of 40 mm
Convex sapphire crystal
Water-resistant to 5 ATM
Movement
Automatic movement
Ccaliber FC-303,
38-hour power reserve,
26 jewels, 28'800 alt/h
Dial
Silver-colored dial
Guilloché decoration and pearl black applied Roman numeral indexes
Date display at 3 o’clock
Hand-polished pearl black hands
Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Bracelet
  • Black leather strap
  • Dark brown leather strap


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