Friday, March 9, 2012

ALPINA - Extreme DIVER
















ALPINA - Extreme DIVER  NEW

Collection with William Baldwin as Brand Ambassador

ALPINA is pleased to announce actor, producer, and writer William Baldwin as the new face of its 2012 advertising campaign unveiling the latest model of the Diver Watches collection.

“We couldn’t be more confident in our choice for this campaign; William Baldwin not only represents the face of Alpina, he carries the spirit of the brand – generous, strong, and talented,” says Alpina’s CEO, Peter Stas.
“Associating myself with brands founded on solid corporate ethics with ambitious programs in place is paramount,” says Baldwin. “Alpina is exactly that brand and I’ve enjoyed working with them every step of the way.”
As Baldwin describes, “The new Alpina Extreme Diver is that ideal accessory which combines the elements of diving while delivering a bold, athletic, cool-factor that’s completely unrivalled.” The collection makes its debut at Baselworld in Switzerland March 8-15, 2012.



About William Baldwin

William Baldwin is an American actor, producer, and writer best known for his starring roles in Flatliners, Backdraft, Fair Game alongside Cindy Crawford, and Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Most recently, Baldwin appeared as Senator Patrick Darling in the TV drama Dirty Sexy Money and as a regular guest on the massively popular teen drama Gossip Girl. Baldwin is the brother of actors Alec, Daniel, and Stephen Baldwin, collectively known as The Baldwin Brothers.

 Alpina Extreme Diver Collection

Keeping time while diving requires very robust professional watches. There is a kind of beauty to the professional diver's watch that comes from the pure pleasure of engineering excellence. There is nothing superfluous about divers' watches, except of course the fact that they are engineered beyond the point of mere utility. After all, no human being is ever going to dive to depths beyond 300 meters. There is, however, a marvelous draw to the idea that you can go that deep, if you wanted, with the proper equipment.

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To fully appreciate the Alpina Extreme Diver, the first thing to do is understand the requirements that define the professional diver's watch. In this regard, it is possible to define clear parameters and, without resorting to hyperbole, make the case for the true professional diver's watch. As a general rule, for any regular activities from snorkeling to scuba diving, a diver should always choose a watch with a water resistance rating of at least 200 meters. For the occasional swim, a watch resistant to 100 meters will do. The rationale behind the exceptional water resistance we recommend is that, in general, watches tend to perform differently in real-world situations than they do in the laboratories where they receive their certifications.


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The Alpina Extreme Diver’s case is made of anti-corrosive materials, has a non-scratch crystal, and is outfitted with extendable wrist straps that can fit over a wet suit. 

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The bezel of the Alpina Extreme Diver is unidirectional, has luminous markers, and is used to set the maximum time a diver plans to be under water. Therefore, it is vital that the setting cannot be accidentally pushed or knocked off. Having it moved in only one direction means that time meant to be spent under can only be accidentally reduced, but not increased.




















  
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TUDOR - HERITAGE Black Bay


TUDOR - HERITAGE Black Bay NEW

The new TUDOR Heritage Black Bay is steeped in the mysterious aura of a hidden bay that gradually yields its secrets to those who venture there, a long-lost treasure returning to the light of day. It is the latest addition to the TUDOR Heritage collection launched in 2010 which is aimed at drawing together some of the brand’s emblematic models, inspired by its past and revisited. The Heritage Black Bay is a perfect embodiment of TUDOR’s vintage spirit.





























The Heritage Black Bay model pays tribute to the company’s rich history, with a fresh interpretation of an old standard created in the 1950s that left a lasting mark on the history of divers’ watches.


TRIBUTE TO TUDOR’S VINTAGE SPIRIT

While it is a comprehensive response to today’s stylistic aspirations, the TUDOR Heritage Black Bay is inspired by a diving model that fi rst appeared in 1954 and continually evolved until the 1980s.




























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Its domed dial − an exquisite vintage detail − unusual burgundy red bezel and “snowfl ake” hands all helped build the reputation of this iconic model during a period that saw the emergence of the very fi rst divers’ watches.






































 The TUDOR Heritage Black Bay is inspired by the lines of the 1954 model, reworked and resized to result in a contemporary steel case with a diameter of 41 mm, waterproof to 200 metres (660 feet) and enhanced by a domed crystal.


The black dial, which is also elegantly domed, displays generous luminescent hour markers for perfect visibility. Like that of the hour markers, the pink gold of the hands represents a gentle hint of nostalgia, suggesting the characteristic patina of older timepieces. The burgundy red of the unidirectional rotatable bezel, an original feature exclusive to TUDOR – faithful to the original 1970s models – given a matt fi nish here, to beautiful the Bect.


As attention to detail is always important to TUDOR, a similar burgundy red accent appears on the insert of the crown, which is engraved with the TUDOR rose. Equipped with the new folding clasp developed by TUDOR, the TUDOR Heritage model is delivered with a black fabric strap and a steel bracelet, or with a black fabric strap and a second strap in exclusive aged leather: another original touch for an elegant, contemporary watch.


A TUDOR watch lives. Pulsates. It will take you into the world of micro-precision. The high technology in all components relentlessly tested right down to the smallest detail… to the point of obsession. Exceptional materials, durability and strength of design make each watch a unique object.




Ref. 79220R

A TUDOR watch means reliability. Rediscover the traditional art of hand craftsmanship pervaded by
a love of detail and perfection. Rigorous quality control. Meticulous workmanship builds each watch and brings it to life with calm patience and an appreciation of precision founded on time-honoured skills. Throughout the design and production phases, every TUDOR watch is scrupulously checked to ensure perfection.

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Technical Specifications

TUDOR HERITAGE BLACK BAY

Reference 79220R

41 mm steel case with polished and satin fi nish
Unidirectional rotatable steel bezel, matt burgundy red disc
Self-winding mechanical movement, TUDOR calibre 2824
Power reserve of approximately 38 hours
Domed sapphire crystal
Screw-down steel winding crown with burgundy red insert and
engraved with the TUDOR rose
Waterproof to 200 m (660 ft)
Steel bracelet or aged leather strap with folding clasp and

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