Monday, October 8, 2018

Grand Seiko – GMT Edition 25th Anniversary



















SEIKOGrand Seiko Sport GMT Edition 25th Anniversary



The first Grand Seiko 9F quartz GMT model. 
The perfect caliber for the international traveler.

When Caliber 9F was created in 1993, the goal was straightforward but ambitious. As the quartz caliber for Grand Seiko, it should set new standards of durability and precision and should allow all the aesthetics of Grand Seiko to be fully expressed. Innovations in every aspect of the movement design were required to achieve this. A backlash auto-adjust mechanism eliminates any shudder in the seconds hand, the date changes in the blink of an eye, a twin-pulse control system allows the minute and seconds hands to extend right to the edge of the dial and high precision is ensured by the use of aged and individually selected quartz crystals. Thanks to these unique characteristics, Caliber 9F can lay a strong claim to being the highest performance quartz watch in the world.

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Today sees the release of the first ever Grand Seiko 9F quartz GMT caliber. It is the perfect caliber for the international traveler. Caliber 9F86 is based upon, and has all the precision and durability attributes of, the original 9F but incorporates a GMT function that allows the watch’s precision to be maintained when the hour hand is adjusted independently. This is made possible by new components that have been created especially for this movement.

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Despite the addition of the GMT hand, the depth of the case has been increased only slightly, thanks to a newly designed main plate, a re-design of the gear train and the way the hands are attached, a process that is done by hand. Like the other hands, the GMT hand is mounted on an independent axis so as to ensure its smooth operation. Caliber 9F86 is presented in one limited edition and two other permanent creations in the Grand Seiko Sport Collection.

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In both performance and design, this new limited edition is the perfect embodiment of the values and high standards that 9F has always represented. The metallic charcoal dial features a unique pattern based on the traditional Quartz symbol to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Caliber 9F. It also carries the five-pointed star that symbolizes Grand Seiko’s special level accuracy and, at the 25 minute position, the dial pattern is subtly different; the symbols 9F and 25 are discreetly shown as a permanent reminder of the caliber’s anniversary.

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The outer rim of the dial, from three o’clock to nine, is picked out in vivid yellow to display at a glance whether the GMT hand indicates AM or PM.

This unique commemorative Grand Seiko watch is offered in an edition limited to just 800 and will be available in selected markets from October.


Caliber 9F86 enriches the Grand Seiko Sport Collection

In addition to the limited edition, two other new creations are to be released incorporating the 9F86 caliber. They add a new dimension to the Grand Seiko Sport Collection and share the simple but powerful design that characterizes it.

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The dials are three dimensional in appearance and are edged with a two-tone ring to allow the AM or PM time indicated by the GMT hand to be read instantly and easily.

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Similarly, the use of Lumibrite on the hour markers and hour, minute and GMT hands delivers the enhanced legibility that the international traveler needs. These two new creations are available in January, 2019.
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Technical Specifications

Movement
Caliber 9F86

Accuracy: ±5 seconds per year (at temperatures between 5℃ and 35℃) (SBGN001) ±10 seconds per year (at temperatures between 5℃ and 35℃) (SBGN003 / 005)
Instant date change
High-torque stepping motor
Protective shield construction
GMT function / Independent hour hand adjustment function

Specifications:
Stainless steel case and bracelet
High definition dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Diameter: 39.0mm Thickness: 12.1mm
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet
Clasp: Three-fold clasp with push button release
Approximate recommended retail price in Europe:
Ref. SBGN001 Caliber 9F 25th Anniversary Limited Edition (800 pcs) 3,600
Ref. SBGN003 and SBGN005: 3,200

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Friday, October 5, 2018

OMEGA – Seamaster Diver 300M Chronometer 42 Anniversary















OMEGASeamaster Diver 300M Co-Axial Master Chronometer 42 mm Professional DIVER 25th Anniversary - 2018

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Daniel Craig Is 
The Face Of The New OMEGA Campaign

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Like the watch he’s wearing, OMEGA ambassador Daniel Craig is clearly at home in the water. Set to play 007 for the fifth time, the talented actor looks every inch the gentleman, even when surfacing for air in a drenched tuxedo.

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The quintessentially-British Bond is a legendary character, so it’s only right that the actor who plays him gets to wear a legendary timepiece.

Daniel Craig Brings 
The Diver 300M To The Surface

Daniel Craig first wore an OMEGA on-screen in Casino Royale in 2006, but the actor was an avid watch fan long before he took on the iconic role. Though Bond is stoic, tough and even ruthless when required to be, Daniel Craig is anything but.

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A grounded English gent with an approachable style and commitment to social causes, OMEGA is proud to call Daniel Craig a friend and thrilled that he’s the face of the new Seamaster Diver 300M. He truly is the perfect choice. After all, how many underwater explorers can make a wet-suit look this stylish?

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25 Years Above And Below The Waves

Since 1993, the Seamaster Professional Diver 300M has enjoyed a legendary following. Loved for its design and ocean technology, the original timepiece signalled OMEGA’s triumphant return to the world of diving watches and also ignited the brand’s long-standing partnership with James Bond. Now, 25 years later, a bold new collection has arrived.

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OMEGA is unveiling a complete facelift of this famous watch in 2018, with 14 unique models, including 6 in stainless steel and 8 in a mix of stainless steel and 18K gold.

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Now sized at a larger 42 mm, each new Diver 300M has been given a Master Chronometer Calibre 8800, instantly taking the collection into a higher realm of precision, performance and magnetic resistance.

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Every detail of the outward design has also been rethought, including the iconic diving bezel, which is now made from ceramic with the diving scale in Ceragold™ or white enamel (for longer-lasting whiteness and durability).

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The dials are also made from polished ceramic and are available in black, blue or sun-brushed PVD chrome colour. Most notably, OMEGA has reintroduced the wavy pattern (now laser-engraved) that was a popular feature of the original design.

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All indexes have been raised and filled with Super-LumiNova and, to keep track of the days, the date window has been moved to 6 o’clock. Even the skeleton hands (rhodium-plated, 18K gold, or blued) have been subtly reshaped, which fans of the model will surely notice

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Turning the watch over reveals a wave-patterned edge on the caseback, as well as sapphire crystal, through which you can see the METAS-approved movement.

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Finally, each model is presented on a traditional iconic metal bracelet or an integrated black or blue rubber strap. The metal bracelets feature a new ergonomic design and have been closely integrated to the case.

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The Seamaster Diver 300M: A Professional Diver's Watch

You don't have to be an actual diver to wear the 300M, but for those who do strap on the tanks, OMEGA's new Seamaster is well and truly equipped for life beneath the waves.

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For a diver, measuring time spent underwater is crucial (for obvious reasons). On the new Seamaster 300M, the all-important rotating bezel has been given a fresh design twist. With a luminescent dot at 12 o’clock, the iconic diving bezel is now made from ceramic with the diving scale in Ceragold™ or white enamel.

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Professional divers know that helium molecules expand during decompression and can pop the crystal face and caseback. It's important to set those He molecules free. One of the Diver 300M’s most important details has always been its helium escape valve.

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 For the new models, the valve has been given a conical shape and has been patented with an ingenious new technology. Essentially, the update now means that if the Helium Escape Valve is accidentally opened underwater, the watch is guaranteed to still remain water-resistant (up to 5 bar).

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It goes without saying that a diver needs to see the watch display clearly underwater, especially in murky conditions, so on the new 300M, all 12 indexes and hands have been filled with Super-LumiNova to keep the time visible in darkness. When it comes to keeping the Diver firmly attached to the wrist, the metal bracelets feature OMEGA’s patented extendable foldover rack-and-pusher with a helpful diver extension, to make extra room for the thickness of a diving suit.

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Magnetic forces in electronic devices used on land, on deck and even under the sea can throw a timepiece out of synch. What's more, diving equipment often includes magnetic devices.

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That’s why each new Diver 300M has been given a Master Chronometer Calibre 8800, built with non-ferrous materials that can resist the effects that magnetism causes. In fact, the movement and its watch have passed the 8 stringent Master Chronometer tests set by METAS that include examinations under strong magnetic fields of 15,000 gauss.

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As for water resistance, well that's a given on a Seamaster Diver 300M and there are no prizes for guessing how low it can safely go.

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 ​THE EIGHT METAS CRITERIA OF CERTIFICATION:


1. FUNCTION OF COSC-APPROVED MOVEMENT DURING EXPOSURE TO 15,000 GAUSS (1.5 TESLA) MAGNETIC FIELD
2. FUNCTION OF WATCH DURING EXPOSURE TO 15,000 GAUSS MAGNETIC FIELD
3. DEVIATION OF DAILY CHRONOMETRIC PRECISION AFTER EXPOSURE TO 15,000 GAUSS
4. AVERAGE DAILY CHRONOMETRIC PRECISION OF THE WATCH
5. POWER RESERVE
6. DEVIATION OF CHRONOMETRIC PRECISION IN SIX POSITIONS
7. DEVIATION OF CHRONOMETRIC PRECISION BETWEEN 100% AND 33% OF POWER RESERVE
8. WATER RESISTANCE


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How The Seamaster Diver 300M Became A Legend

When it was launched in 1993, the Seamaster Professional Diver 300M was an instant success. Admired for its design and technical prowess, it was quickly adopted by divers, athletes, researchers and even a famous movie spy! So how did the watch secure its legendary status? These are just some of the many highlights from its early years.

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  • 1993 Frenchman Roland Specker achieved a world record freshwater free dive to a depth of 80m in Lake Neuchatel. On his wrist, he wore the new OMEGA Seamaster Professional Diver 300M, successfully testing it in a true deep-water environment.
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  • 1994 – The Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph was awarded the “Watch of the Year” prize by readers of the German magazine Armbanduhren. This was the first “Watch of the Year” award and signalled a promising future for OMEGA’s newest collection.
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  • 1995 – The Diver 300M became part of sailing history, when it is worn by several sailors of Team New Zealand, who achieved an unforgettable victory at the America’s Cup. At the head of the team was the legendary Sir Peter Blake.
  • 1995 – One of OMEGA’s most exciting and enduring partnerships began when James Bond strapped on a Seamaster Diver 300M for the first time in GoldenEye. The spy and his watch became synonymous and sales of the timepiece soared.
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  • 1997 – The Seamaster Diver 300M proved that is was not just a watch for diving, when it was advertised as the preferred choice of international sports stars including the swimmer Alexander Popov and tennis champion Martina Hingis.
  • 2000 Sir Peter Blake created the incredible Blakexpeditions foundation, dedicated to researching ecological and marine issues around the world. On board their boat the Seamaster, the Blakexpeditions crew wore Diver 300M models for their important scientific work
  • 2006 – A new James Bond, but the same iconic watch! Daniel Craig wore the Seamaster Diver 300M when he burst onto screens in Casino Royale. The trusty timepiece was now in its 5th 007 film.
  • 1997 – The Seamaster Diver 300M proved that is was not just a watch for diving, when it was advertised as the preferred choice of international sports stars including the swimmer Alexander Popov and tennis champion Martina Hingis.
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