Tuesday, May 7, 2019

ZENITH – DEFY El Primero Double Tourbillon Edition
















ZENITHDEFY El Primero Double Tourbillon 46mm Chronograph Limited Edition


Power, speed and precision

Two years ago, Zenith introduced the revolutionary Defy El Primero 21, the only high-frequency automatic chronograph designed to measure hundredths of a second, ushering watchmaking firmly into the 21st century.

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In 2019, the Swiss Manufacture is taking another big leap with the Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon: an innovative model powered by the El Primero 9020 calibre and its two separate escapements. One of the latter serves to keep the chronograph beating at an exceptional frequency and power the 1/100th of a second display, while the other ensures the lasting precision of the watch. This model is available in two limited editions: a 10-piece platinum version and a 50-unit carbon interpretation.

One sweep of the dial per second

With its DEFY collection, Zenith is constantly innovating and setting the standard for tomorrow's watchmaking: after the unequalled Defy El Primero 21, the first serially produced mechanical chronograph to provide hundredth of a second measurement; followed by the Defy Lab, the world’s most accurate mechanical watch with an unprecedented oscillator, the Haute Horlogerie manufacturer is unveiling the Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon. This unprecedented combination of horological complications – two tourbillons and a 1/100th of a second chronograph – features truly exceptional qualities.

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A distillation of technology, innovation, performance and design, the latest addition to the Defy collection asserts itself in terms of both its construction and its aesthetics. For this model, Zenith has developed two tourbillons, a first for the Maison. In an additional feat, one of the tourbillons (at 10 o'clock) is coupled with and regulates the chronograph measuring and displaying hundredths of a second in a perfectly legible manner.

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Beating a frequency of 50 Hz (360,000 vibrations per hour) with its carriage performing a complete rotation every five seconds, this tourbillon is the fastest in the world. It drives the chronograph hand at the amazing speed of one full turn of the dial per second. The second tourbillon (at 8 o'clock), operating at 5 Hz with a carriage performing one rotation per minute, regulates the rate of the watch, meaning the hours, minutes and seconds.

 A vivid expression of futuristic horology

Echoing this dual architecture, two dedicated barrels – one for the watch and the other for the chronograph – store and deliver energy. They respectively provide 60 hours of power reserve for the watch and 50 minutes for the 1/100th of a second chronograph.

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Heir to the legendary 1969 El Primero, this new high-frequency in-house movement drives the hours, minutes, 1/100th of a second chronograph, 60-second and 30-minute counters (at 6 and 9 o'clock respectively), along with a chronograph power-reserve indicator at 12 o'clock. As a further guarantee of precision, the El Primero 9020 calibre is chronometer-certified by an independent body (TimeLab).

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While vividly expressing futuristic, technical and assertive watchmaking, the Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon also stands out for its powerful aesthetics. With its generously openworked dial accentuated by a two-tone treatment – a new signature of Zenith Haute Horlogerie movements – El Primero 9020 and its 311 components are shown to full advantage. The blue-treated tourbillon carriages with the Zenith star, along with the bridges and baseplate, feature polished angles that further enhance the 3D view of this stunning mechanism in motion.

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Whether crafted in platinum with the collection’s characteristic satin-brushed and polished finishes and a sapphire case-back, or entirely made of carbon, the case is water-resistant to 100 metres. It is secured to the wrist with a luxurious high-tech black rubber strap, coated with alligator leather or Cordura-patterned.

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Effectively combining aesthetics, functionality and polymorphism, its composition is resistant, durable and hypoallergenic, while offering infinite possibilities for variations in textures, colours and topstitching. The platinum Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon is available in a 10-piece limited edition, while the carbon model is limited to 50 units.

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Technical Specifications

Model :  DEFY El Primero Double Tourbillon


Reference:     40.9000.9020/78.R582 - Platinum 
Reference:     40.910.9000.9020/79.R918 - Carbon

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
1/100th of a second Double Tourbillon Chronograph movement
1 Tourbillon escapement for the Watch (36,000 VpH - 5 Hz) ;
1 Tourbillon escapement for the Chronograph (360,000 VpH - 50Hz)
Exclusive dynamic signature of one rotation per second for the chronograph hand
Chronometer-certified by Timelab


MOVEMENT
Movement El Primero 9020, Automatic
Calibre 15 ¾ ``` (Diameter: 35.8 mm)
Movement thickness: 7.9 mm
Components: 311
Exclusive two-tone signature on plates and bridges
Jewels: 59
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)

Power-reserve approx.: 50 hours
Finishes: Special oscillating weight with satin-brushed finishes
FUNCTIONS
Hours and minutes in the centre
Double Tourbillon:
🔵1 escapement for the Watch (36,000 VpH / 5 Hz – the carriage makes one full turn in 60 seconds)
🔵1 escapement for the Chronograph (360,000 VpH / 50 Hz – the carriage performs a complete rotation in 5 sec)
1/100th of a second chronograph:
  • - Central chronograph hand that makes one sweep of the dial per second
  • - 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock
  • - 60-second counter at 6 o'clock
  • - Chronograph power-reserve indication at 12 o'clock
CASE
  • Material: Platinum 950
  • Material: Black carbon
Diameter: 46 mm
Diameter opening: 36 mm
Thickness: 14.50 mm
Case-back: Transparent sapphire crystal
Water-resistance: 10 ATM
DIAL & HANDS 
Dial: Openworked
Hour-markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with Super-LumiNova® SLN C1
Hands : Rhodium-plated and faceted gold, coated with Super-LumiNova® SLN C1
STRAP AND BUCKLE
  • Strap: Black rubber with black alligator leather coating
Buckle: Titanium & white gold double folding clasp
  • Bracelet: Black rubber with Cordura-patterned blue rubber
Buckle: Titanium double folding clasp with black carbon head


Limited Edition
Platinum Exclusively only 10-Piece 
Available Carbon version 50-Piece

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Monday, May 6, 2019

Bell & Ross – BR03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE Edition













Bell & RossINSTRUMENTS BR03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE Automatic Limited Edition - 2019


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LAUNCH OF AN EXCLUSIVE
BR03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE

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The ocean is a world whose waters are shrouded in mystery. Humans have set out to explore the depths seeking to unveil their secrets. By offering them professional diving watches with unparalleled performance, Bell & Ross is taking part in this quest for discovery.



AN INSPIRITED MILITARY VERSION

With this new addition to the Diver collection, Bell & Ross pursues its aspiration by evoking the historical roots of underwater explo-ration. This nod to the origins of these adventures can be seen on the case-back, which bears the engraving of a 1940s diver.

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Working to the motto that simplicity never need hinder luxury, Bell & Ross’ engineers have managed to capture the spirit of the military watch with the legacy from the past. In total compliance with military and diving requirements, the monochromatic olive dial is perfectly readable night and day thanks to its gold-plated appliqué indices with Superluminova® inserts.

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Its case and bezel are made from bronze, a material that is deeply linked to diving history, that was used in the past for deep-sea helmets and naval construction, in fitting parts and propellers. Although inalterable, bronze forms a patina over time depending on its environment and gaining a unique shade over the years. As time passes, the metal provides its wearer with beautiful tones of reddish brown or greyish green, giving it a robust and distinctive touch, and making it unique.

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Bronze is the first alloy developed by mankind around 7,000 years ago. The specific alloy used for this new 42 mm timepiece is a satin-polished CuSn8, made of 92% copper and 8% tin. The khaki leather strap confirms the watch’s genuine vintage spirit but can be replaced with a rubber strap to be used while diving.

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This limited edition distinguishes itself from the others through its dial. Bell & Ross introduces an appealing combination that makes two worlds meet for the first time. The alliance of Bronze –the diving industry’s metal of choice – and olive green – mirror-ing the color of the military camouflage uniform– works beauti-fully together, giving it a neo-retro and rugged look.

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Technical Specifications

Collection: INSTRUMENTS

Model: BR 03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE Edition

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Ref:  BR0392-D-G-BR/SCA

Movement
Bell & Ross Automatic mechanical movement:
Calibre BR-CAL.302
Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds and date.
Case
42 mm diameter
Satin-polished CuSn8 bronze.
Unidirectional rotating solid bronze bezel
with 60-minute scale and anodised aluminium insert.
Dial
Green.
Gold-plated applique indices Super-LumiNova®-filled numerals and indices.
Crystal: Sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
Water-resistance: 300 m (ISO 6425 standard )
Strap
khaki calfskin leather and black rubber.
Buckle:
Pin. Bronze.

EDITION 
Limited Edition of 1999 pieces

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