Wednesday, July 11, 2018

MIDO – BARONCELLI AutomIIatic Black 100th Anniversary Edition


MIDO BARONCELLI II Automatic Steel Black PVD Anthracite Dial 100th Anniversary Limited Edition

BARONCELLI 2118 EDITION

a futuristic interpretation of a timeless watch

With the Baroncelli 2118, Mido looks ahead to the next 100 years with daring and confidence. This model, with a signature aesthetic that is both powerful and contemporary, perfectly reflects the brand’s values: timeless design, quality materials and technical innovation. Its polished steel case with matte black PVD treatment reveals a dial that catches the eye due to the quality of its finishes, its sunray satin-finish that produces fascinating mirror effects and its Bordeaux red varnished small seconds hand. The watch’s external decoration has an eye on the future and is paired with a bracelet in Cordura® fabric on leather base, renowned for its ability to stand the test of time. A limited edition of 2,118 pieces that offers a glimpse into the durability of fine watchmaking.

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The Rennes Opera House is an operatic landmark characterised by its distinctive rounded architecture. The harmonious lines and subtle curves, typical of the neoclassical tradition, make it a particularly outstanding monument. The sophisticated forms of the Baroncelli collection pay tribute to the timeless elegance of this building. This collection, which epitomises Mido's watchmaking expertise, celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2016.

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Baroncelli 2118 is a bold piece with a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic signature. It marks Mido out as a confidently forward-looking brand thanks to the contemporary touch added to its balanced lines and subtle curves. Its polished steel case with matte black PVD treatment reveals an anthracite dial with finishes of exceptional quality. Its sunray satin finish captures and diffuses the light to produce fascinating mirror effects. The stamped and rounded leaf-shaped hour and minute hands recall the elegance of the Baroncelli collection, and the Bordeaux red varnished small seconds hand lends this piece a powerful feel. They can be admired through the sapphire crystal, which protects the dial. This watch is a futuristic interpretation of a timeless model and will delight devotees of beautiful timepieces.

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The transparent case back of this limited edition reveals the finely decorated cutting-edge movement and its oscillating weight decorated with Geneva stripes and Mido logo. The movement also features a small seconds at 6 o’clock: a petite complication particularly dear to Mido as it has been used in the collections since 1934. It is housed in a 38 mm polished steel case with matte black PVD treatment.

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Water-resistant to a pressure of 5 bar (50 m / 165 ft), this bold piece is fitted with an elegant Cordura® fabric strap on leather base, renowned for its ability to stand the test of time. Mido has painstakingly added a black plaque engraved with 100th Anniversary. The black PVD-treated stainless steel folding clasp adds an extra touch of modernism to this model.

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The Baroncelli 2118 reflects Mido's confidence in its future and has been specially developed to commemorate the company’s 100th anniversary. It is available as a limited edition of 2,118 numbered pieces and comes in a special case.

100 YEARS OF MIDO

Georges Schaeren chose to found Mido on 11 November 1918, on the same day as the Armistice. Since this symbolic date, Mido has continued to look towards the future with confidence, sustained by the visionary strength of its founder. In 2018, the brand is celebrating its 100th anniversary by continuing along the path set out by Georges Schaeren. This exceptional year will be punctuated by new timepieces that will reaffirm the values that have been an essential part of Mido’s DNA for a century: timeless design, quality materials and technical innovation.

Today, Mido is based in the town of Le Locle in the heart of the Swiss Jura mountains. The name Mido comes from the Spanish “Yo mido”, meaning “I measure”.

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Since its inception, Mido’s philosophy has combined innovation, aesthetics and functionality. The brand shares these essential values with some iconic architectural glories from which it draws inspiration for its collections. Cutting-edge technology, automatic movements renowned for their excellence, and high-quality materials are the three pillars on which Mido's unique expertise rests. In addition, the refined, understated designs of Mido timepieces endow them with a resolutely timeless quality. Beyond fashion and passing trends, Mido watches are thus distinguished by their durability.

For a century, Mido has been a global benchmark in Swiss-made mechanical watches.

Mido watches are available from 2,700 official retailers in 70 countries. The brand is part of the Swatch Group, the world leader in watchmaking.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Model: BARONCELLI II Automatic 100th Anniversary Edition

Ref: M8608.3.18.9

Movement
Automatic Caliber ETA 2825-2,
11½’’’, Ø25.60 mm, height: 6.60 mm,
25 jewels, 28,800 vib/h,
NIVACHOC and NIVACOURBE, NIVAFLEX NO mainspring, NIVAROX II balance-spring.
Finely decorated Elaboré-grade movement,
oscillating weight decorated with Geneva stripes and Mido logo.
Functions: HMD + off-centred seconds at 6 o’clock.
Adjusted on 3 different positions for high accuracy.
Up to 38 hours of power reserve.
Case
Polished 316L stainless steel case with black PVD treatment, Ø38 mm, 3 parts,
sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides,
finely decorated Elaboré-grade movement visible through the transparent case back,
Limited Edition xxxx/2118, engraved serial number,
water-resistant to a pressure of 5 bar (50 m / 165 ft).
Dial
Anthracite, sunray satin-finished starting from the small seconds,
polished applied indexes.
Hands Stamped and rounded leaf-shaped hour and minute hands.
Bordeaux red varnished small seconds hand.
Strap
Cordura® fabric on leather base, folding clasp in 316L stainless steel with black PVD
treatment.
Plaque: black PVD-treated steel, engraved with the 100 th Anniversary signature.

Limited to 2,118 pieces

Suggested retail price: CHF 1,130.00

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Press Release - 2018
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Headquarter MIDO
Mido SA
Ch. Des Tourelles 17
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Switzerland
Tel: +41 (0)32 933 35 11
Fax: +41 (0)32 933 35 00
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Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Bell & Ross – INSTRUMENTS BR03-92 DIVER Collection















Bell &RossINSTRUMENTS BR03-92 DIVER Automatic Collection

A DIVER COLLECTION SET TO MAKE WAVES

The square diving watch from Bell & Ross becomes a collection in its own right

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When it presented its first square diving watch in 2017, Bell & Ross confirmed its ability to produce professional underwater instruments.

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BELL & ROSS AND DIVING: A PROLIFIC STORY

1997

In 1997, Bell & Ross became the leader in professional diving watches with the launch of the HYDROMAX®, an iconic model which still holds one of the most impressive records in the history of diving watch production.

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Designed to response to the most extreme conditions encountered in professional diving, the HYDROMAX® can withstand a pressure of 1.110 bar, equivalent to a depth of 11,100 meters, thanks to a major technical innovation: a case entirely filled with a patented transparent fluorinated oil.

2007

In 2007, Bell & Ross launched a new collection specifically designed for an underwater environment, the BR 02, which is instantly recognizable, thanks to its tonneau-shaped case; its helium decompression valve and its ultra-resilient domed sapphire crystal.

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2017

This year, with a wealth of experience in the aeronautical and military domains, master watchmakers, designers and seasoned divers joined forces to create a new professional diving instrument.

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Building on the strong links forged with the maritime world, Bell & Ross unveiled an all-new diving watch featuring the brand’s iconic square case: the BR 03-92 Diver, the first square diving watch created by the brand that offers water resistance to 300 meters.

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There are men and women whose professions expose them to extreme temperatures, violent acceleration or dangerous pressure. The BR 03-92 was designed for them. The BR03-92 Diver made a strong impression on the diving world with its iconic lines.

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This watch was the starting point of an entire collection, which is now expanding to include two new versions, the BR03-92 Diver Blue and the BR03-92 Diver Bronze.


BR03-92 DIVER BLUE

Symbolizing the sea, blue was chosen as the color of this new version of the BR03-92 Diver. Beyond its blue dial, rubber strap and aluminum insert on the bezel, this BR03-92 Diver Blue version aims to achieve maximum legibility with indices coated in White SuperLuminova® and a yellow hour hand.

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Underwater, the colors vanish one after the other due to the loss of light intensity. The yellow hour hand will therefore fade away to give precedence to the minute hand, which must be visible to ensure the diver’s safety. This new color combination, paired with the emblematic square shape of the BR collections, gives the BR03-92 Diver Blue a sporty yet attractive aesthetic.


BR03-92 DIVER BRONZE
LIMITED EDITION OF 999 PIECES

The second new addition to the BR03-92 Diver collection evokes the historical roots of underwater exploration. Its case and bezel are made from bronze, a material used in the past for diving helmets. Although inalterable, bronze can also form a patina with time depending on its environment, gaining a unique shade over the years.

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This allusion to the origins of underwater adventures can be seen on the case-back thanks to an engraving of a diver. The aged leather strap confirms the watch’s authentic vintage spirit, but can be replaced with a rubber strap for use while diving.

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Boasting exceptional technical and aesthetic qualities, this model is issued as a limited edition of 999 pieces.


PROFESSIONAL DIVING INSTRUMENTS

Given their military associations, Bell & Ross watches have always met the strictest requirements.
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Dedicated to aeronautics, the navy or special units such as GIGN (special operations unit of the French National Gendarmerie), RAID (Search, Assistance, Intervention, Deterrence Unit of the French National Police Force) and bomb disposal experts, every Bell & Ross watch is designed in accordance with its own, often extreme, environment.

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In the diving world, the BR03-92 Diver Blue and BR03-92 Diver Bronze have been developed to be measurement tools perfectly capable of contending with the ocean depths.

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Legible, accurate and reliable, they are efficient companions to divers under any conditions and meet the specific requirements of underwater use, in addition to their Bell & Ross design.


THE ISO 6425 STANDARD:
SAFETY FIRST

Not every watch can be an «underwater watch». Official regulations set out very precise criteria defining a true diving watch.

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The ISO 6425 standard lists a great number of obligatory technical parameters, which include water-resistance to a minimum depth of 100 meters;

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the presence of a unidirectional rotating bezel with a graduated scale,

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an operation indicator and luminescent markers; legibility in the dark, and anti-shock and anti-magnetic protection.

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The new BR03-92 Diver Blue and BR03-92 Diver Bronze completely meet these requirements, and go even further than the requisite minimums, featuring a water-resistance of 300 meters.


Each Bell & Ross watch is designed in harmony with the context in which it operates. In the diving world, Bell & Ross has developed measuring tools that are perfectly adapted to the sub-aquatic environment, and are the efficient companions of divers under any circumstance.

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Legible, practical, accurate, reliable and unique in their distinctive square shape, Bell & Ross watches meet the exacting requirements of professionals and also reflect the personality of those opting for an everyday use.

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Technical Specifications

Collection: INSTRUMENTS 

Limited edition of 999 pieces

Model: BR 03-92 DIVER BRONZE Automatic

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Ref:  BR0392-D-BL-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.
Dial
blue. Appliqué metal indices with Super-LumiNova ® inserts.
Metal skeletonised Super-LumiNova ® -filled hands. 
Crystal: Sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
Water-resistance: 300 m (ISO 6425 standard )
Strap
Brown calfskin and black rubber.
Buckle:
Pin. Bronze.

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Model: BR 03-92 DIVER BLUE Automatic

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Ref:  BR0392-D-BU-ST/SRB

Movement
Bell & Ross Automatic mechanical movement:
Calibre BR-CAL.302
Functions
hours, minutes, seconds and date.
Case
42 mm diameter
Satin-polished steel.
Unidirectional rotating steel bezel with 60-minute scale and
blue anodised aluminium insert.
Dial
blue. Appliqué metal indices with Super-LumiNova ® inserts.
Metal skeletonised Super-LumiNova ® -filled hands. 
Crystal: Sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
Water-resistance: 300 m (ISO 6425 standard )
Strap
Blue rubber and ultra-resilient black synthetic fabric.
Buckle:
Pin. Satin-polished steel.

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