LONGINES – Conquest Classic FIS World Championships 2017 Edition

LONGINES – CONQUEST Classic FIS World Championships St. Moritz 2017 Limited Edition

Longines celebrates the Alpine World Ski Championships 2017  
in St. Moritz with two limited edition models

Longines is launching two limited-edition watches – one for women and one for men – to mark the Alpine World Ski Championships 2017. The brand thus pays tribute to its close ties with both the International Ski Federation and the alpine village of St. Moritz. These refined timepieces, from the Conquest Classic collection, will please men and women with a passion for skiing and a love of elegance.

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As Official Partner of the International Ski Federation (FIS), Longines has for many years made its expertise in sports timekeeping available to the great White Circus during the FIS World Cup and the Alpine World Ski Championships. The brand’s involvement in the world of skiing rests on a long tradition of timekeeping for alpine races that was inaugurated in Saint-Imier in 1924.

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To celebrate the Alpine World Ski Championships 2017 in St. Moritz, the Swiss watchmaking brand is launching a limited-edition model for men and women bearing the colours of this great international sporting event’s logo. Drawn from the Conquest Classic collection, a line known for its classic aesthetic such as those that contributed to the reputation and success of Longines across the world, these models are specially designed for those with a passion for alpine skiing who wish to wear a timelessly elegant watch, while experiencing the excitement of World Championship races.

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Measuring 42 mm in diameter, the model for men houses an L678 automatic winding mechanical calibre in its steel case. The blue dial dial is set with 9 applied indices coated with Super-LumiNova® and makes an elegantly contrasting background to the moonphase display.

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It features the 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock, the 24-hour indicator and the subdial for the seconds at 9 o’clock, as well as the 30-minute counter and the day-and-month display at 12 o’clock.  The date is indicated by a half-moon central hand.

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Technical sheet

Reference number   L2.798.4.96.6 (Man version)

Calibre   
Mechanical self-winding movement
Caliber L678 (VAL 7751)
13¼ lines, 25 jewels, 28'800 vibrations per hours
Power reserve: 48 hours
Functions
Hours, minutes, small second and 24-hour indicator at 9 o’clock, day of the week, month and moon phases. Date indicated by the half-moon central hand.
Chronograph

•  Central seconds sweep
•  Dragging 30-minute counter at 12 o’clock
•  Dragging 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock

Case       
Steel, Ø 42.00 mm
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with several layers of anti-reflective coating
Screw-down case back with sapphire crystal
FIS Alpine World Ski Championships St. Moritz 2017 logo on the back
Water-resistance    To 5 bar (50 meters)
Dial        Blue, 9 applied indices, with Super-LumiNova® 
Hands    Rhodium-plated with Super-LumiNova® on hours and minutes hands
Bracelet    
Steel with triple safety folding clasp and push-piece opening mechanism
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As for the women’s model, it houses an L888 calibre in its 34 mm steel case. Hours, minutes and seconds stand out against its blue dial thanks to rhodium-plated hands coated in Super-LumiNova®.

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The FIS Alpine World Ski Championships logo is applied onto the transparent case back of both pieces, while a steel bracelet harmoniously completes the whole.

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Technical sheet

Reference number   L2.385.4.96.6 (Lady version)

Calibre   
Mechanical self-winding movement
Calibre L888.2 (ETA A31.L01)
11½ lines, 21 jewels, 25,200 alternations per hour
64-hour power reserve
Functions    Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Case   
Steel, Ø 34 mm
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, with several layers of anti-reflective coating
Screw-down case back with sapphire crystal
FIS Alpine World Ski Championships St. Moritz 2017 logo on the back
Water-resistance    To 5 bar (50 meters)
Dial       
Blue, 3 arabic numerals and 8 applied indices, with Super-LumiNova®
Hands    Rhodium-plated with Super-LumiNova® on hours and minutes hands
Bracelet   
Steel with triple safety folding clasp and push-piece opening mechanism

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Longines International Public Relations
2610 Saint-Imier, Switzerland
publicrelations@longines.com
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RAYMOND WEIL – FREELANCER Gibson Les Paul Edition

RAYMOND WEIL – FREELANCER Gibson Les Paul Chronograph Limited Edition

FREELANCER ACHIEVES ICONIC STATUS

Freelancer Chronograph inspired by the “Gibson Les Paul” guitar

A free-spirited watch that breaks loose from conventional codes

RAYMOND WEIL CELEBRATES MUSIC ICONS

Music and the arts are to RAYMOND WEIL what thought is to humankind – an inexhaustible source of inspiration and creation. For three generations, the Weil family has been influenced by these higher realms to shape the destiny of a Swiss watchmaking Maison. A Brand that brings forth eclectic yet complementary musical choices expressing the personality and character of its family members. From Frank Sinatra to the Beatles, Nicola Benedetti and Gibson – RAYMOND WEIL has been putting its name in lights alongside some of the greatest musicians of all time for nearly half a century.

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RAYMOND WEIL pays its respects to a legend with a tribute to the fabled Les Paul Gibson guitar. Elegant, with a touch of rebellion, the freelancer is inspired by the “Gibson Les Paul” model and embodies its free spirit, rock attitude and unparalleled power of music.

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RAYMOND WEIL celebrates the most legendary of all electric guitar manufacturers – GIBSON – and the pioneer of modern music – Lester William Polsfuss, known as Les Paul – by honoring the guitar that has inspired and served the best artists of all time. From Jimmy Page to Keith Richards and Jimi Hendrix to Eric Clapton, brilliant musicians have turned to this instrument to make Rock ‘n’ Roll history.

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“When I was a kid, my mother introduced me to the world of music, firstly piano and then string instruments. I discovered Rock ‘n’ Roll and the riffs of electric guitars during performances by Slash alongside Lenny Kravitz and Guns N’ Roses. Music has the ultimate power of making an impression on people. It doesn’t matter what kind of music catches our fancy, nobody can remain unmoved by a virtuoso’s skill. Blues, rock, pop, classical: we all have a striking memory of a concert, a piece of music or an artist that is profoundly linked to a key moment in our lives. The power of music is also about travelling in time. Today, Gibson leads us into the best that rock has to offer and makes our watches hum to this legendary beat,” declared RAYMOND WEIL CEO Elie Bernheim.

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The body of the 43.5 mm case is made of steel and its tachymeter bezel is enhanced with black PVD inspired by the lacquer on the “Black Beauty” – a guitar renowned for its electrifying performance that continues to astound musicians all over the world. The board features circular guilloché motif featuring six chords studded by fret-shaped hour markers. At 12 o’clock, the names of the famous guitar manufacturer and the legendary Les Paul signature appear, while the split-diamond inlay – a distinctive feature of the Les Paul Custom shines in golden tones next to the date window.

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Its ebony perforated calf leather strap brings to mind the sound holes that are part of the body of a guitar. Asserting its character and confirming its prestigious soul, the “fittings” – tri-compax chronograph counters, date and strap topstitching – of the freelancer inspired by the “Gibson Les Paul” are set with golden highlights. The tempo of the watch is set by an RW5010 mechanical self-winding movement ensuring an approximately 46-hour power reserve.

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RAYMOND WEIL is introducing this collector’s model issued in a 300-piece limited numbered edition, encased in an exclusive presentation box inspired by the famous Gibson guitar cases. With this watch the Swiss Brand strengthens its collaboration with Gibson Brands that began in 2015.

Speaking of the partnership, Henry Juszkiewicz, Chairman and CEO, Gibson Brands said, “RAYMOND WEIL continues to be a great partner and we are thrilled to be honoring the legendary Les Paul and his iconic work with this latest collaboration. The freelancer embodies the distinct design and quality craftsmanship that is so closely associated with each Les Paul guitar and is a wonderful complement to a guitar that continues to inspire the world.”

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“The values that unite us are rooted in that which is truly important to us – the importance and strength of family, the intensity and ease with which music carries us away, as well as the emotions that life and time imprint upon our personality. It is this unique combination of family, music and time that endows RAYMOND WEIL with its distinctive, captivating personality.” explains Elie Bernheim, CEO, RAYMOND WEIL

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About  Gibson Brands

Gibson Brands, the fastest-growing company in the music and sound industries, was founded in 1894 and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. Gibson Brands is a global leader in musical instruments, consumer electronics, and professional audio, and is dedicated to bringing the finest experiences to consumers by offering exceptional products with world-recognized brands. Gibson Brands has a portfolio of over 100 notable brand names starting with the #1 guitar brand, Gibson. Other instrument brands include Epiphone, Dobro, Valley Arts, Kramer, Steinberger, Tobias, Slingerland, Maestro, Baldwin, Hamilton, Chickering and Wurlitzer. In professional audio, KRK Systems, TASCAM, Cerwin-Vega, Stanton, and Cakewalk also continue Gibson’s tradition of quality in their respective markets. Consumer electronics brands include Onkyo, Integra, TEAC, and Esoteric. Gibson Brands recently expanded its reach into consumer markets with the acquisition of Philips' Home Entertainment based in Hong Kong - a company that invented the cassette tape, the CD format, the DVD format and the MP3 format. Under the Philips and Fidelio brand names, Gibson Brands continue to represent the ideal combination of innovation, tradition and a dedication to improving design while maintaining the highest level of craftsmanship. A global company, Gibson Brands has manufacturing, marketing and research and development centers throughout the world. All Gibson Brands are dedicated to innovation, prestige and improving the quality of life and music for its customers. Its goal is to provide the most exceptional customer audio products and experiences in the world.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Collection: FREELANCER

Model: Gibson Les Paul Edition
Reference:  7740 STC LPAUL

Movement 
Mechanical chronograph – RW5010
Winding Automatic
Power reserve 46 hours
Jewels 27 rubies
Functions
Watch Central hours and minutes, small seconds at 9 o’clock
           Round date window at 4h30 inscription
Chronograph
                      Start, stop and restart using pushbutton at 2 o’clock
                      Reset using pushbutton at 4 o’clock
                      Central chronograph hand
                      30 minutes counter at 3 o’clock, 
                          12 hours counter at 6 o’clock
                      Tachometer ring on the bezel
Case 
Round – Polished stainless steel
Diameter: 43.5 mm
Thickness: 13.70mm
Bezel: Polished stainless steel, with black PVD coating and tachometer ring
Crown: Polished steel – screwed-down and fluted with RW monogram
Crystal: Sapphire crystal with dual-sided antiglare treatment
Dial
Black, with Gibson ® and Les Paul logos and luminescent indexes –
encircled by 6 grooves evoking the strings of the guitar
Indexes Luminescent Arabic numerals at 12 o'clock and 8 applied luminescent indexes
Water resistance 20 ATM
Hands
Hours / Minutes 
Steel type barrel shape, enhanced with luminescent material,
Second Steel type baton shape
Case back Screwed-down, with sapphire crystal with  Gibson ® logo
Strap 
Brown open work genuine calf leather strap,
RW folding clasp with double push-security system

Limited Edition of 300 pieces

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Ulysse Nardin – NORTH SEA Minute Repeater Edition

Ulysse Nardin – Classic NORTH SEA Minute Repeater Limited Edition

A Striking New Champlevé Minute Repeater: 

Ulysse Nardin Presents the NORTH SEA

SIHH 2017

In a powerful homage to the oil industry, the Ulysse Nardin North Sea Minute Repeater marks the latest addition to the unique timepieces in the Classic Collection.

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Finely crafted in gold and champlevé enamel, this timepiece is an incredibly realistic depiction of the mighty off-shore drilling rigs that dig deep for the world's precious "black gold". The glimmering champlevé rig, seen from a low angle, rises majestically from the black sea, with its delicately wrought waves in the foreground. A dramatic red sky highlights the stunningly detailed structure, while in the background, another golden rig works industrious-ly away.

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Three 18-Karat gold cranes - the Jaquemarts - move and sound when the minute repeater is activated indicating the hours, quarter hours and minutes. Known for its crystalline chimes as well as for its impressive mechanical timekeeping, the minute-repeater complication is highly respected in the horological industry and by connoisseurs as one of the most difficult to achieve.

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The champlevé enamel technique is a genuine rarity and this one is a fine example of this ancient art. First intro-duced in the 12th century, the champlevé enamel technique is mastered by only a handful of craftspeople world-wide. Firstly, it requires the engraver to define the design on gold plate, carefully creating the image in three - dimensions. The enameller then lays down the different-colored enamels. Finally, the effect is brought vividly to life by the engraver who chisels the metal to perfection once the dial has been polished.

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Minimal black indexes, and streamlined hour and minute hands allow the final results – the powerful champlevé rigs - to take center stage on the rose-gold dial.

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Indeed, the Ulysse Nardin North Sea Minute Repeater represents the finest in Haute Horlogerie, melding centu-ries-old artisanship with cutting-edge technology to create this noble tribute to industry.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Collection: Classico

Model: NORTH SEA Minute Repeater Edition

Reference: 736-61/E2-OIL - Rose Gold Limited Edition of 28 pieces

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Reference: 739-61/E2-OIL - Platinum Limited Edition of 18 pieces

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Movement 
Caliber UN-73
Power-Reserve:    Approximately 36 hours
Winding:    Manual winding
Functions

• Minute repeater
• Chiming  hours, quarters and minutes
• Automatic chime activation system
• Animated Jaquemarts

Case

• 18ct Rose Gold
• PT950 Platinum

Diameter:    42 mm
Case-back:    Sapphire crystal fixed with screws
Water-resistance:    30 m
Dial
Champlevé enamel with three Jaquemarts in 18-Karat gold
Crystal
Anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Band
Exclusive Alligator Black strap, with folding buckle

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