Friday, May 2, 2014

HUBLOT – Big Bang Aero JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSETM Limited Edition

















HUBLOTBIG BANG Aero JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSETM Limited Edition NEW

HUBLOT’s Big Bang Aero JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSETM
Limited Edition Officially Launched in China

April 30, 2014 - Beijing, China

The Swiss luxury watch manufacturer HUBLOT never ceases its exploration into “The Art of Fusion”! Today in Beijing, gathering in the JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSE BEIJING at Ch’ien Men 23, media and honorable guests witnessed HUBLOT’s stunning launch of its latest Big Bang Aero JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSE Limited Edition.

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This HUBLOT’s unique collaboration reshapes the high-end lifestyle with its unique perception of creativity. In a limited edition of 25 pieces, the series of watch is now exclusively for sales in China, initiating an ultimately enjoyable journey into dignity and honor.

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Symbolizing with “The Art of Fusion”, this is the first time that HUBLOT has established a partnership with JOHNNIE WALKER, the world’s number one spirit brand (Source: Impact Databank the world’s his is the first ). With almost two centuries of blending heritage, JOHNNIE WALKER has been pioneering luxury Scotch Whisky culture around the world with JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSE, with locations in Shanghai, Beijing and Seoul.

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This growing network of JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSES fast becoming the world’s largest embassies for luxury Scotch Whisky. Each location was specially created to encapsulate the JOHNNIE WALKER brand experience and immerse consumers in the brand’s history, provenance and pioneering spirit.

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HUBLOT and JOHNNIE WALKER House’s crossover collaboration, Big Bang Aero JOHNNIE WALKER House Limited Edition, incorporates the Swiss Tradition of high watchmaking philosophy with the impeccable Scottish vintage skills. It pays tribute to the well-respected craftsmanship as well as dedication in a unique manner, blending the pioneering spirit of “keep walking” with the ambition of creating future.

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The luxury fusion of sense and sensitivity inspire the Big Bang Aero JOHNNIE WALKER House Limited Edition. It has the most iconic Big Bang design with 44mm diameter black ceramic case and Aero skeleton movement, unveiling its squeletonized and beautiful mechanics. Black ceramic to represent the distinctive smokey flavor of whisky, paired with an Alligator skin dual strap and copper Hands signifying Whisky Copper Stills used in the distillation process, with a sapphir dial revealing the mechanical movement of the watch. The JOHN WALKER & SONS™ monogram is elegantly displayed on the face of the watch, while the visage of John Walker, founder of the brand, is echoed on the back case. This is yet another symbol of the timeless partnership and shared values between the luxury houses.

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Loic Biver, General Manager of HUBLOT Greater China said: “The appreciation of time and the appreciation of whisky have a lot in common. Both embody the elites’ pursuit of excellent quality and art of enjoying life. I hope the cross-border cooperation between HUBLOT and JOHNNIE WALKER House will lead a new wave in the luxury field! "

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“There are a handful of luxury houses that share our uncompromising vision of progressive modernity while holding true to heritage and craftsmanship.” said Lawrence Law, Global General Manager, JOHNNIE WALKER House, Diageo Reserve. “JOHNNIE WALKER House has given us a platform to create bespoke experiences for our luxury consumers and partners. The partnership with Hublot once again brings to life our focus on product innovation and creation of limited edition collections in order to set new standards in luxury whisky experiences.”

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Loic Biver and Lawrence Saw


JOHNNIE WALKER HOUSES are an exploration of the brand’s heritage, inviting guests to embark on a multi-sensory mentoring journey. The Houses are a celebration of a luxurious whisky experiences across a spread of fine-dining, art and music that inspire progressive individuals to come together and create new cultural expressions globally. Innovation is integral to the Houses with unique, exclusive whisky collections are available at each location. In addition, selected patrons can work with the Master Blender to create their own personalized blends.

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Technical specifications

Reference: 311.CI.1110.HR.JWB14 - Limited series of just 25 numbered watches

Case:  “Big Bang” - Diameter 44 mm, made from micro-blasted black ceramic
Bezel: Micro-blasted black ceramic
           6 black PVD titanium screws
Crystal: Sapphire with interior anti-reflective treatment
Bezel lug: Black composite resin
Lateral inserts: Black composite resin
Case-back: Open, in micro-blasted black ceramic with "John Walker & Sons”" logo
Crown: Black PVD titanium with brown rubber insert
Water resistance: 10 ATM, or approximately 100 metres
 Dial: Openworked, black with black transfers
          Ruthenium and satin-finished indexes with black SuperLuminova™
Hands: Ruthenium, plus black SuperLuminova™
            Lacked Brown Chronograph Second hand
Movement HUB4214 Automatic mechanical Aero bang chronograph
Components: 257 (Jewels: 27)
Power reserve: Approximately 42 hours
Bracelet: Gold Hornback Alligator or Black Gummy Alligator
                Sewn onto black rubber with black or brown stitching
Clasp: Microblasted black PVD steel deployant buckle

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Thursday, May 1, 2014

HYSEK – VERDICT 45mm Tourbillon PVD Black













HYSEK VERDICT 45mm Tourbillon PVD Black Limited Edition

This year, HYSEK adorn the Verdict Tourbillon with elegant dark shady colours. Impressive with its 45mm diameter, the case in PVD presents a subtle blend of black and anthracite, as well as a finish alternating polish and satiny surfaces, thus highlighting the colourful sparkling and mysterious hues of its sapphire dial, displaying at random, blue and gold reflections.

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A prestigious flying tourbillon conceived and developed in the heart of the manufacture bedecks the dial at 10 o’clock, seeming to taunt the mechanism that unveils itself through the unpredictable sapphire reflections. This automatic movement is made of 345 components meticulously handcrafted with fine and precise finishings: a proof of Hysek watchmakers’ skills.

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This new timepiece, with its strong design and rebellious look, is bound to please demanding men, looking for exceptional pieces. The Black Verdict 45 mm Tourbillon is worn with a black alligator watchband.

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Technical details

Ref: VE4526B02

Movement
Hysek Calibre HW03B Mechanical Automatic
Hour & minute
Grande Date at 2 o’clock
Flying tourbillon 1 rd/minute, cage’s size:  Ø14mm
Finishings: circular graining patterns
345 components
30 jewels
Autonomy 68H +/- 3H
Frequency 28 800 VpH
Case
Dimensions: Ø45mm x E13mm x L63mm
Round shape
Titanium treated in black PVD
Openworked dial with vertical guilloché decorations and half-moon sapphire with blue shades
Crystal sapphire with anti-reflection
Water resistance 30m
Strap
Bracelet in alligator
Hysek fold-over buckle
Edition
Limited edition 8 pieces
Serial number engraved on the case’s side at 9 o’clock

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Urwerk – UR-105M


Urwerk UR-105M 2014

The URWERK UR-105M: An iron knight ready to conquer time

Geneva, April 2014

URWERK’s UR-105M is inspired by the Middle Ages, an era of lances, legends, chivalrous conduct and noble deeds. An era when knights in shining armor would risk their lives for honor and glory, with only their faith and shield for protection. The UR-105M embodies their gallant valor in a titanium and steel arena, the satellite hours conquering time in an eternal jousting tournament.

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All of URWERK's iconic codes are present in the UR-105M. Satellite hours gliding slowly along the minute scale, darkened over-sized crown at 12 o’clock and a subtle technical feel. The UR-105M features an impressive titanium body reinforced by steel armor. At the heart of its time display four satellites slowly orbit. Each of these satellites is visible during their 60-minute journey along the minute scale.

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A circular PEEK (PolyEtherEthercetone) canopy with openings enhances the current hour. Once the hour has elapsed, the satellite – guided by a Geneva cross – rotates and continues around its orbit for another three hours before returning to the center stage. Completing the indications, running seconds and power reserve are displayed laterally on the case band.

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At the back of the UR-105M, URWERK’s signature ‘Control Board’ houses additional displays and functions: an ‘Oil Change’ indicator alerting when it is time for a service; 42-hour power reserve indicator; plus the fine-tuning screw allowing adjustment of the rate.

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Martin Frei, URWERK’s co-founder and artistic director, explains: “The case of UR-105M was developed as an armor. The visible screws on the bezel not only bring a distinctive esthetic to the watch, but also tack the steel armor onto its titanium body. This shield protects the movement (the heart of the watch) from the outside world’s aggressions. For me, the parallel with the chivalrous imagery is obvious. You have the power of the bezel-armor generating a feeling of invincibility.”

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“With UR-105M, we’re not trying to show off, but rather ignite a calmer and mellower dimension,” adds Felix Baumgartner, URWERK’s co-founder and master watchmaker. “We offer an intuitive time display, with playfully ergonomic time setting. Technical challenge is at the heart of all our creations, and the performance here is subtle.

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“First of all, the aluminum and PEEK structure has to rotate with absolute chronometric precision.

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We needed the lightest materials to achieve a high level of precision and PEEK was ideal: The PEEK polymer is used in surgery because its excellent mechanical properties and chemical resistance.

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The other challenge accomplished by UR-105M is of another type entirely: A honeycomb seconds disk on the right side of the case underneath the minute dial indicates the passing of each 10 seconds. This indicator is synchronized to another seconds indicator situated on the side of the case.”

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The UR-105M is available in two versions: the ‘Iron Knight’ with a titanium case and steel bezel and the ‘Dark Knight’ with a titanium case and AITiN-treated steel bezel.

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Technical Specifications

Movement
Caliber: UR 5.01 manual-winding mechanical movement
Jewels: 38
Frequency: 28,800v/h - 4Hz
Power reserve: 42 hours
Materials: Satellite hours driven by bronze beryllium Geneva crosses
Orbital structure in PEEK (Poly Ether Ethercetone)
Carrousel and three main plates in brass
Digital skeletonized seconds display in nickel (LIGA process)
Seconds indications and lateral power reserve in aluminum
Surface finishes: Perlage and bead-blasting
Countersunk screw heads
Indications
Dial: Hours, minutes and 10 seconds
Case band: Lateral seconds and power reserve indications
Control board: ‘Oil Change’ and power reserve indications, timing adjustment screw
Case
Materials: UR-105M 'Iron Knight': titanium and steel bezel
                   UR-105M ‘Dark Knight': titanium and AITin-treated steel bezel
Dimensions: 39.50mm x 53mm x 16.65mm
Crystal: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance: Pressure tested to 3ATM / 30m

Surface finishes:

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Monday, April 28, 2014

HAMILTON – Khaki Takeoff Limited Edition


HAMILTON KHAKI Takeoff Chronograph Limited Edition NEW


Hamilton has unveiled a new limited edition pilots’ watch inspired by its aviation history, the Hamilton Khaki Takeoff Auto Chrono. 
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 The watch, which has a black PVD case, takes its design cues from an elapsed-time clock that Hamilton produced during World War II.

The Hamilton Khaki Takeoff Auto Chrono Limited Edition is distinguished not only by the dashboard-clock aesthetic of its dial but by its detachable design: the watch can be easily removed from its black leather strap and installed in a special wooden presentation box with printed aviation references such “No Step” and “Pull to Open.” While the watch is in the presentation box, it resembles its World-War II-era predecessor, which was at the time considered the most complicated aircraft clock.

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This contemporary Hamilton pilots’ watch is equipped with a bidirectional turning reflector and flange, driven by the bezel, which can be used for a countdown. Another simple turning action is used to separate the 46.3-mm case, made of stainless steel and coated with black PVD, from its strap, which has a structured rubber lining and can be stowed at the bottom of the presentation box when not in use. The box’s surface has visible aluminum rivets and plates as well as four contemporary “instruments” to complement the watch and complete the instrument panel look; Hamilton refers to the whole ensemble as a “portable cockpit.”

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The Hamilton Khaki Takeoff Auto Chrono Limited Edition contains Hamilton’s proprietary H-31 caliber, with chronograph functions and 60-hour power reserve.

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The predominantly black dial has contrasting yellow details, and the hour markers are coated with Super-LumiNova. The hands are in the classical pilots’-watch style and the central chronograph hand is tipped with an airplane-shaped pointer. In another nod to historical timekeepers, the crown is positioned at 12 o’clock, with the chrono pushers on either side. The watch is limited to 1,999 numbered pieces.

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Technical Specifications

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Reference: H76786735

Movement: Automatic chronograph with date,
Сaliber H-31, 60 hours of power reserve
Case: Stainless steel Black PVD
Dial Colour: Black with yellow detail and hour markers with Superluminova
Strap: Leather
Diameter: 43mm
Crystal: Sapphire with antireflective coating
Water Resistant: 50M 
 
Limited Edition: 1,999 pieces

Warranty: Hamilton Official 2 Year Guarantee
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Sunday, April 27, 2014

BREITLING – Navitimer 01 Panamerican Limited Edition


















BREITLING Navitimer 01 Panamerican Limited Edition NEW

Iconic in its classic version with a black dial, the famous Navitimer adopts even more exclusive colors in a limited series featuring a magnificent bronze dial.

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Created in 1952, the Navitimer is not only the doyenne of all mechanical chronographs produced worldwide. With its technical and functional style, this instrument unique in its kind has asserted itself as one of the ten great 20th century watchmaking classics – and a cult object for all passionate aviation enthusiasts.

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Breitling offers this legendary model in a 1,000-piece limited series distinguished by a bronze-colored dial – an original and refined touch that further highlights the originality of the design with its three hollowed counters and its circular slide rule designed to perform all calculations involved in airborne navigation. 

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A transparent caseback provides a chance to admire the Manufacture Breitling Caliber B01, a highperformance selfwinding chronograph entirely developed and produced within the Breitling Chronométrie workshops and chronometer-certified by the COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute) – the highest benchmark in terms of precision and reliability, and the only one based on an international standard.

BREITLING Caliber B01

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Technical Specifications

Ref: AB0121C4/Q605/447A

Functions:
    Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date,
    Chronograph, Calendar
Case:
    Round
    Stainless steel (1000-piece limited series)
    Brushed & Polished
    43.00mm
Dial: Panamerican Bronze
Bezel: Bidirectional, slide rule
Glass: Rotating bezel with circular slide rule.
           Cambered sapphire crystal, glareproofed on both sides.
           Transparent sapphire crystal caseback.
Movement:
    Caliber B01
    Self Winding/Automatic
    Chronometer COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute)
    Chronograph: 1/4th second, 30 minutes, 12 hours
    Vibration: 28 800 v.p.h
Power reserve: Min. 70 hrs
Straps/bracelets:  
    Navitimer Stainless steel
    Barenia leather, crocodile leather/Navitimer, Air Racer.
Crown: Non screw-locked, two gaskets
Water resistance:
    3.00atm / 30.00m / 100.00ft
Year:
2014
Special Edition  
 1,000-piece

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Thursday, April 24, 2014

Girard-Perregaux – Sea Hawk Cobalt Blue Dial














GIRARD-PERREGAUX Sea Hawk Cobalt Blue Dial NEW



The new Sea Hawk takes a bold stance with its vivid hues. Cobalt blue and coral orange are the colors chosen for the dial, the hands and the unidirectional bezel of this diver's instrument offers cutting-edge performance in a sporty style. 

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The Sea Hawk maintains the technical and visual characteristics that have made this line, updated in 2012, so successful. The cobalt blue of the dial and strap give the timepiece its nautical hue, while the minute and second hands and the power reserve indicator are picked out in orange, the same shade that highlights the first 15 minutes of a dive time on the bezel.

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The dial features a raised "honeycomb" motif. The three-dimensional hour markers are coated on the top side with a luminescent substance guaranteeing readability in darkness. A sloping flange, graduated with the minute scale, forms an aesthetic link between dial and case. The date at 2 o'clock, visible through an aperture with polished sides, plays with the appearance of asymmetry.

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The power reserve indicator stands out clearly at 6 o'clock - an area in orange showing the point at which the movement must be rewound - and the small second is positioned at 10 o'clock. The hands are covered with a luminescent material and can be read perfectly in darkness.  The rotating unidirectional bezel encircling the sapphire crystal is designed to track a dive time, its notched edge making it easily adjustable.

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Strength and protection

The case, manufactured from stainless steel, boasts state-of-the-art technology and acclaimed watchmaking expertise as a guarantor of superior performance. It comprises several faceted surfaces with a subtle satin finish. A screw-down black rubber crown is set into a protrusion at 4 o'clock, providing reinforced protection against external impact. The watch has a diameter of 44 mm, a thickness of 17.1 mm and incorporates 38 elements.

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Guaranteed water-resistant up to a depth of 1,000 meters, it meets the requirements set by the international standard ISO 6425 for diving watches. In addition, a helium valve ensures the air pressure between the watch's interior, and its exterior environment is rebalanced after deep-water diving expeditions.  The strap is made of rubber, expressly colored cobalt blue, and fitted with a folding steel safety buckle. 

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The Sea Hawk is equipped with the Brand's in-house GP03300 self-winding mechanical movement. It has hour, minute, second, and date functions, together with a certified 46-hour power reserve indicator with a frequency reaching 28,800 vibrations per hour, or 4 Hz.

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Reference: 49960-19-431-FK4A  Blue rubber strap

Reference: 49960-19-431-11A  Steel bracelet

Movement
Girard-Perregaux movement GP03300-0074
Mechanical, self-winding movement 
Diameter: 25.60 mm (11 1/2’’’)
Frequency: 28,800 Vib/h - (4 Hz)
Power reserve: min. 46 hours
Jewels: 27
Functions
Hour, minute, small second, date, power reserve indicator
Case & Dial
Case: steel & rubber
Diameter: 44.00 mm
Dial: cobalt blue
Crystal: anti-reflective sapphire
Case-back: screw-down
Water resistance: 1000 meters (100 ATM)
Strap
Blue technological rubber strap
Steel bracelet
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