Thursday, August 8, 2024

OMEGA – Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M "Ultra Light" Titanium Chronometer


OMEGASeamaster Aqua Terra Co-Axial 150M Master Chronometer "Ultra Light" Titanium 41mm - 2024

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This unique Seamaster Aqua Terra “Ultra Light” is a tribute to Swedish pole vault legend Armand “Mondo” Duplantis. The Olympic Games champion wore the timepiece when he claimed gold and set a new World Record at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, clearing the bar at 6.25m

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For Mondo, it was the ideal competition timepiece. Light, strong, and in the colours of his home country.

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Crafted from sand-blasted Gamma Titanium, the 41 mm case is accompanied by a sand-blasted silicon nitride bezel ring.

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For the blue anodized dial, OMEGA has used sand-blasted Grade 5 titanium, and included an engraved horizontal stripe pattern. 

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Alongside the blackened indexes and hour-minute hands with Super-LumiNova, there is also a yellow varnished 3D laser-shaped cylindrical central seconds hand inspired by a Pole Vault.

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The watch is presented on a blue and yellow integrated strap made from rubber and nylon fabric. Behind the sapphire crystal caseback, you’ll find the OMEGA Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8928 Ti – guaranteeing the industry’s highest standard of precision, performance, and magnetic-resistance. The entire watch is delivered inside a special presentation box.

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All the bridges and plates are in ceramicized titanium which, according to Omega, means “there’s less friction between the components.” Given the uncompromising use of low-friction, synthetic jewels for every important, high-friction fitting inside modern wristwatch movements, I am not sure at what point do the ceramicized titanium plates make a difference in reducing friction. 

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On the upside of things, the Omega Caliber 8928 Titanium is a Master Chronometer, meaning it can resist magnetic fields as strong as 15,000 Gauss — and, of course, it comes with a co-axial escapement. Omega designed Caliber 8928 without an automatic winding system, most certainly to further reduce overall weight and heft.

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The series-coupled, double-barrel movement offers 72 hours of power reserve and is displayed on the caseback of the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Ultra Light

Designed to resist glare from the sun, OMEGA's matte Aqua Terra finish makes bold use of yellow on the seconds hand, Seamaster logo, quarter-hour numerals and strap stitching. A range of colour options are also available.  

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Upon launch, the OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra “Ultra Light” Titanium Chronometer will be presented in its own box signed by champion “Armand Duplantis” and will take its place among OMEGA’s illustrious history of Olympic-themed collectible watches.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS    

 Model Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M "Ultra Light" Titanium 41mm Chronometer

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 References:  220.92.41.21.03.002


Case
Grade 5 Gamma Titanium
Diameter: 41 mm
Caseback and crown in matte-finished Gamma Titanium
Lug‑to‑lug     49.2 mm
Thickness   13.5 mm
Telescoping crown
Between lugs: 20 mm
Water resistance: 15 bar (150 metres / 500 feet)
Crystal:  Domed scratch‑resistant sapphire crystal with anti‑reflective treatment on both sides
Dial
Color: Blue
Titanium dial with grooves and applied indexes/logo
Movement
Type Manual-winding
Calibre 8928 Ti, in-house, Co-Axial Master Chronometer certified
Free-sprung balance with silicon balance spring, two barrels mounted in series
Anti-magnetic up to 15,000 gauss
Bridges and main plate in ceramised titanium
Frequency: 3,5 Hz vibrations per hour with co-axial escapement
Diameter: 29mm
Power Reserve: 72 hours
Jewels: 29
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
Strap
Rubber strap with blue ‑ yellow
Material: Woven nylon with integrated rubber endpieces
Type of Clasp: Hook & loop closure

New Model - 2024

🔴PRICE:    EUR 56,000 ($ 51,300 US)💰

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Wednesday, August 7, 2024

LAURENT FERRIER – Grand Sport Tourbillon Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition

LAURENT FERRIER –  Grand Sport Tourbillon –  Sincere Platinum Jubilee 70th Anniversary Special Edition 2024

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Commemorating Sincere Fine Watches' 70th anniversary, Laurent Ferrier unveils the Grand Sport Tourbillon Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition. Renowned for technical refinement, fine watchmaking, and exceptional finishing, Laurent Ferrier stands as a beacon of timeless elegance among independent watchmakers. 

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Limited to just 12 pieces, this special edition highlights Laurent Ferrier's technical prowess and finishing expertise while exemplifying the strong partnership with Sincere Fine Watches.

A dial of many firsts

Sincere partnered with the brand to create a uniquely crafted dial for this timepiece. Housed in a 44 mm red gold case, the design features a petrol green guilloché dial, introducing several firsts for Laurent Ferrier. This is the first guilloché dial in Laurent Ferrier’s Grand Sport Tourbillon collection. 

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Also, the distinctive shade of teal is another debut for Laurent Ferrier, inspired by the waves of the South China Sea that borders Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia – countries where Sincere has established a strong retail presence in. Chosen to symbolize vitality and resilience, the color reflects the enduring qualities that define Sincere over its 70-year history.

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One of the notable features of the Laurent Ferrier Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition is the distinctive guilloché pattern. This wave pattern not only complements the dial's color but also enhances its depth with a striking black gradient. The guilloché dial appears ever-changing, reacting to light in a way that evokes the dynamic nature of the ocean floor. Beyond its geographical inspiration, this oceanic motif symbolizes Sincere's anticipation of the limitless possibilities for what the future holds. As Sincere ushers in a new era, this dial embodies a forward-looking vision and enthusiasm for what lies ahead.

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As with every Laurent Ferrier timepiece, legibility is an essential criterion. Hence, white Super-Luminova was carefully chosen for the Assegai-shaped hands and drop-shaped indices, perfectly complementing the finely snailed small seconds’ display. To further enhance contrast, the white gold hands and indices are treated with ruthenium. Together, these elements create a truly unique dial that serves as a fitting tribute to Sincere’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

A sleek bodywork

The Grand Sport case design echoes the graceful, enduring curves seen in racing cars, reminiscent of those Laurent Ferrier once drove. Crafted from 5N red gold, the Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition aims for sophistication and elegance beyond traditional sport-chic timepieces.

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The Grand Sport Tourbillon case predominantly features satin-brushed components with several mirror-polished parts. The cushion-shaped bezel is finished with circular satin brushing and contrasting mirror-polished sides. Similarly, the middle case, reinterpreting the barrel shape, combines vertical satin brushing on the top with a horizontally brushed profile and mirror-polished sides. 

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The caseback is engraved with "one of twelve," highlighting the piece's exclusivity. Consistent with the entire Laurent Ferrier collection, the case components integrate seamlessly.

A high-performance engine

In 2023, Laurent Ferrier won the Best Tourbillon award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) for its Grand Sport Tourbillon Pursuit featuring the LF 619.01 movement. 

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The Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition, housed in a red gold case showcases this same highly efficient engine complete with a Nubuck strap for the first time, adding a touch of sportiness and ruggedness to its elegant design. 

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Visible through the sapphire glass caseback, Sincere’s 70th anniversary logo is delicately engraved, inviting collectors to admire the movement in all its glory.

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Particularly captivating is the tourbillon, a testament to centuries-old craftsmanship pioneered by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1801. This innovation mitigated gravity's effects on the pocket watch's regulating organ when held vertically, employing two inversely mounted spirals to neutralize lateral displacement of the balance's axis. 

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The integration of these systems ensures exceptional precision and boasts a power reserve exceeding 80 hours, appealing to chronometry enthusiasts who will appreciate the precision and superior performance of this timepiece, whose beauty is matched only by its accuracy.

A tribute to traditional watchmaking techniques

The movement includes a long-blade ratchet pawl, celebrated not only for its aesthetic appeal with an entirely hand-finished bassinage but also for producing a soft and melodious murmur when winding the watch. Enhanced with horizontal satin brushing and a ruthenium treatment, the movement exudes a sporty character.

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Every component of the movement undergoes meticulous hand-finishing. For instance, the tourbillon cage bridge features chamfered edges, bassinage, mirror polishing, and over 30 interior angles meticulously executed by hand in Laurent Ferrier's workshops. The Grand Sport Tourbillon epitomizes traditional watchmaking artistry, elevated by the modernity and elegance of its new case and dial combination.

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The 12-piece limited Laurent Ferrier Grand Sport Tourbillon Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition will be available at all Sincere Fine Watches Boutiques with a retail price of SGD$328,000 (including GST).

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TECHNICAL DETAILS

Model: Grand Sport Tourbillon Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition 

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 Ref.  LCF044.R5.V1NC1

Movement
Manual winding
Calibre FBN 619.01
Power reserve: 80-hour
 - Hours and minutes in the centre
 - Small seconds at 6 o’clock on tourbillon frame pivot
 - Tourbillon rotating cage visible through sapphire case back
 - Horizontal satin brushed bridges with a ruthenium treatment 

Indications: Hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o’clock
Movement diameter: 14’’’ = (Ø 31.60 mm)
Movement thickness: 5.57 mm
• Number of parts: 188
Number of jewels: 23
Frequency: 21,600vph (3Hz)
Movement decoration
Côtes de Genève pattern on the bridges and the circular graining on the mainplate, flanks are hand-drawn, wheel spokes are bevelled, screw heads are polished, and interior angles of the balance-cock are hand crafted with a burin.
Tourbillon features
Tourbillon, opposite double balance spring
“Swiss” lever escapement
Balance at variable geometry, with screw
Tourbillon frame carrier in periphery
Case
18K/750 5N red gold
Dimensions: 44 mm Thickness: 13.40 mm
Circular satin-brushed finish on the bezel, polished edges and vertical satin-brushed finish on the case middle
3 parts, middle, bezel and bottom hooked
Sapphire bottom, tourbillon movement vision
Crown: Onion Crown
Glass: Domed sapphire crystals
Case back: Screw-down exhibition caseback with sapphire crystal pane
Engraving on caseback: Sincere Platinum Jubilee 70th Anniversary Logo Water resistant at 100 meters
Dial
Translucent petrol green lacquer with a black gradient finish
Finishing: Wave Guilloché
Indices: 18K/750 210Pd white gold treated with ruthenium, filled with white Super-Luminova
Hands: 18K/750 210Pd with gold treated with ruthenium
Hours and minutes: “Assegai”-shaped with white Super-LumiNova
Seconds: Baton-shaped
Hands 
18K/750 210Pd ruthenium treated
Hours and minutes: ‘’Assegai-shaped’’ with orange Superluminova
Seconds: baton-type
Strap
Petrol green Nubuck leather strap lined with Alcantara
Clasp: 18K/750 5N red gold folding clasp


🔰Unique Limited to only 12 pieces

🔴Prices     SGD$328,000 💰


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Switzerland

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