Thursday, October 3, 2013

Hermès - Arceau Lift Flying Tourbillon Edition



Hermès - Arceau LIFT Flying Tourbillon Limited Edition NEW

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The first Hermès flying tourbillon watch

The Arceau Lift flying tourbillon watch is inspired by the historical premises of Hermès at 24, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris.

The double H topping the tourbillon carriage and the barrel bridge of the Arceau Lift reproduces one of the emblematic motifs featured in the interior design of the boutique. Testifying to the enthusiasm for wrought-iron work in the early 20th century, it appears in a number of details including the entrance, the handrails, the bannisters – and above all above the door of the Lift installed in 1923 and after which it is named. More than just a pattern that would subsequently inspire other creations, Lift symbolises the union between the Hermès and Hollande families in 1900 through the marriage of Emile Hermès, grandson of the House founder, and Julie Hollande.

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This motif has now been given a watchmaking reinterpretation by setting the stage for one of the most demanding complications: the flying tourbillon. The tourbillon does indeed appear to be flying and its elegant rotations are accompanied by the double H, whereas the second Lift motif above the barrel bridge in the upper part of the watch remains fixed in its appointed place.

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Arceau Lift represents an authentic technical feat driven by Calibre H1923, thus named in reference to the date when the elevator was installed in the boutique. Certain parts of the multi-layered movement form a dial with a raised chevron motif, alternating between purely decorative and more specifically horological finishes.
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Vividly displaying the excellence of this exceptional mechanism, the components of Calibre H1923 are indeed finished with the special care demanded by watchmaking traditions. The bevelling on the bridges, wheels and screws is entirely done by hand, while the 12 o’clock jewel surround, as well as the double H topping the tourbillon carriage, feature the mirror-polishing technique also known as specular polishing.
  
This complication may be admired from the dial side and is also revealed through an opening carved out in the back of the gold case, bearing the Hermès ex-libris.

Arceau Lift is fitted with an alligator strap crafted in the workshops of La Montre Hermès, and each of these 176 timeless limited edition watches is engraved with a unique individual number.

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Press release
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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
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 References: 039010WW00 AR5.970.220/MHA

Case: 

Shape/dimensions Round, 43 mm diameter
Material 5N 750 rose gold (83 g)
Crystal Anti-glare sapphire crystal
Case-back Sapphire crystal on tourbillon cag,
engraved ex-libris motif
Inter-horn width 22 mm
Water-resistance To 3 atm
Dial:
Silvered flange. 4N-glided hands
Movement:
Type Mechanical hand-wound movement,
made in Switzerland (H1923)
Diameter 32.6 mm (14 ½’’’)
Thickness 5.75 mm
Power Reserve 90 hours
Jewelling 18 jewels
Frequency Oscillations at 21’600 vibrations
per hour / 3Hz
Decoration Chamfered and polished by hand,
polished screws
Functions:
Hour, minute
Distinctive features Flying tourbillon,
tourbillon escapement,
flying tourbillon cage adorned with the «Lift» motif
Buckle:
17 mm safety folding clasp
in 5N 750 rose gold ( 24.87 g)
Strap:
Matt Havana Alligator


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Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Glashütte Original - Seventies Panorama Date














Glashütte Original - Seventies Panorama Date NEW


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Seventies Panorama Date extends range of available bracelets 
Vintage model enhanced by leather and rubber straps

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Following its successful debut at Baselworld 2011, the popular model from the „20th Century Vintage“ collection offers an even richer range of looks.

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The Seventies Panorama Date first appeared fitted with a hand-crafted four-link steel bracelet; additional bracelets are now available. The Vintage model takes on an elegant aspect with the new Louisiana Alligator leather strap in black, a dark blue or grey which perfectly fit to the three available dial colours. A casual, sporty alternative takes the form of a black rubber strap enhanced with elaborate laser engravings. This material is water resistant, very pleasant to wear and exceptionally robust.

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Glashütte Original created the Seventies Panorama Date with the nineteen seventies in mind, an era of exciting new shapes and developments in design. The softly flowing curves of the streamlined steel case are an impressive reflection of the spirit of the decade. The dial, fashioned of German silver, is presented in galvanized ruthenium, galvanized silver, or blue. The ruthenium dial presents a sunburst surface, while the silver version is matt. The blue dial features finely graded shading passing from a lighter centre to a darker periphery.

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The Glashütte Original Panorama Date appears in the six o’clock position, framed by applied indexes at the periphery. The hands in white or rose gold are coated with Super-LumiNova for improved legibility. A special domed sapphire crystal case back offers the ultimate in wearability and comfort. The polished/satin-finished stainless steel case underscores the distinctive, vintage Seventies look and feel.

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At the heart of the Seventies Panorama Date is the manufactory’s own calibre 39-47 automatic movement.

Glashutte Original - Calibre 39
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Clearly visible through the domed sapphire crystal case back, this finely finished movement presents all the characteristic Glashütte features and testifies to the fine art of watchmaking, clearly evident still today in the Glashütte Original manufactory.

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Glashütte Original Seventies Panorama Date
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Technical Data

Reference: 2-39-47-12-12-04
Reference: 2-39-47-11-12-06
Reference: 2-39-47-13-12-04

Calibre:    
Automatic movement , Calibre 39-47
39 jewel bearings, 21-carat oscillation weight
Dimensions: ∅ 26.2 mm, height: 4.3 mm
Power reserve: 40 h ± 5 %
Frequency: 28,800 vph, equivalent to 4 Hz
Remarks: 
Exquisitely finished movement:
Glashütte three-quarter plate with stripe finish,
swan-neck fine adjustment,
skeletonized rotor with stripe finish and double-G logo,
bevelled edges, polished steel parts.
Functions:    
hour, minute and second,
second stop, Panorama Date
Case:    
stainless steel,
sapphire crystals on top and bottom,
screwed case back,
waterproof up to 10 bar
Dimensions:    
∅ 40 mm x 40 mm,  height: 11.5 mm
Dial:    
dial galvanized (silver; blue;  grey )
Strap:    
Louisiana Alligator leather strap with fold fastener made of stainless steel
Rubber strap with fold fastener made of stainless steel
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For further information please contact:
Glashütte Original I Press Office
Altenberger Straße 1 I D-01768 Glashütte i. Sa.
Telephone: +49 (0) 350 53 46 - 0
E-Mail: pr@glashuette-original.com
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