RJ-Romain Jerome – STEAMPUNK Full Red

RJ-Romain Jerome – STEAMPUNK Full Red Limited Edition NEW

Creating iconic timepieces for the past 10 years, RJ-Romain Jerome launches a line extension, reviving the lavish glory of the great ocean liners of the 20th Century.

RJ-Romain Jerome introduces a mirror polished gold version of its original emblematic Steampunk timepiece. Crafted in sumptuous red gold, the automatic and chronograph models are inspired by the brand’s signature aesthetic codes combined with a retro-futuristic design.

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Both editions are housed in a black PVD-coated steel 50 mm case. The bezel, lugs, crown, hour, minute and second hands are highlighted in beautiful red gold. The movement has been stripped down to provide an unobstructed view of the sturdy, circular graining and rigorously beadblasted blackened bridges. The outline of the entire Roman XII and VI numerals, depending on the model, have been hand-worked in red gold directly on the movement’s bridges, creating the unique RJ-Romain Jerome “rough” finish. The inner bezel is coloured in chocolate brown, allowing the details of the dial to stand out. The RJ logo and the interior of the numerals on the automatic model have also been delicately lacquered in brown, mirroring the colour of the alligator leather strap.

Limited to 25 pieces per model, this new line extension will take you back to the luxurious and sophisticated days of the great transatlantic cruises and immerse you into a refined secret society.

RJ-Romain Jerome – STEAMPUNK Auto Full Red

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Reference RJ.T.AU.SP.003.04

Movement
Calibre RJ001-AS,
Mechanical self-winding movement
Jewelling: 23 jewels
Rate frequency: 28,800 v/h
Power reserve: 42 hours
Water resistance: 3 atm (30 meters)
Functions  
Central hours and minutes
Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Case  
Ø 50mm
Red gold & black PVD-coated steel
Bezel: Polished red gold
Paws: Polished red gold
Lugs: Polished red gold
Crown: Polished and sandblasted red gold with black rubber
Case-back: Steampunk engraving
Dial  
Dial integrated into the movement
Bead-blasted & circular graining ruthenium coloured bridge with 4 steel pistons and bead-blasted red gold coloured bearings
Red gold Roman numerals VI and XII with brown lacquer, “raw” finish
Brown lacquered RJ logo
Hands  
Red gold & satin-brushed hour and minute hands, inspired by the anchors of famous  transatlantic ships
Red gold sandblasted small second hand at 9 o’clock, propeller shape
Strap  
Brown alligator and black PVD-coated steel folding clasp

Limited Edition   25 pieces
Retail price  
CHF 29,950.- / EUR 29,500.- / USD 36,950.-

*RJ-Romain Jerome reserves the right to change prices without prior notice.
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RJ-Romain Jerome – STEAMPUNK Chrono Full Red

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Reference RJ.T.CH.SP.003.04

Movement
Calibre RJ001-CS
Mechanical self-winding movement – Chronograph – RJ oscillating weight
Frequency: 28,800 A/h
Jewelling: 39 jewels
Power reserve: 42 hours
Water resistance: 3atm (30 meters)
Functions  
Central hours & minutes
Chronograph: 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock
Centered chronograph seconds
Case  
Ø 50mm
Red gold & black PVD-coated steel
Bezel: Polished red gold
Paws: Polished red gold
Lugs: Polished red gold
Crown: Polished and sandblasted red gold with black rubber
Case-back: Steampunk engraving
Dial  
Dial integrated into the movement
Inner bezel lacquered in brown
Bead-blasted & circular graining black gold coloured bridge with 4 steel pistons and bead-blasted red gold coloured bearings
Red gold Roman numeral XII with “raw” finish
Red gold bead-blasted mobile propeller at 6 o’clock which recalls the ship’s propellers
Hands  
Red gold & satin-brushed hour and minute hands, inspired by the anchors of famous  transatlantic ships
Red gold satin finished second’s hand
Strap  
Brown alligator and black PVD-coated steel folding clasp

Limited Edition   25 pieces

Retail price  
CHF 31,950.- / EUR 31,500.- / USD 38,950.-

*RJ-Romain Jerome reserves the right to change prices without prior notice.
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VACHERON CONSTANTIN – Traditionelle Calibre 2253 L’empreinte du DRAGON

VACHERON CONSTANTIN – Traditionelle Calibre 2253 L’empreinte du DRAGON NEW

ARTISTIC CRAFTS AND GRANDE COMPLICATION HOROLOGY
A TRIBUTE TO SUPERLATIVE CRAFTSMANSHIP

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While the “Métiers d’Art” collection by Vacheron Constantin continues to roll out a distinguished line of watches worthy of the finest master works, the expertise cultivated by the Manufacture in the field of topflight crafts is revealed in delicate touches throughout its range of timepieces. In order to highlight one of the many skills that it perpetuates with consistent excellence, the Manufacture Vacheron Constantin presents the Traditionelle Calibre 2253 L’empreinte du dragon model featuring an entirely hand-engraved case. This fine watch is equipped with prestigious horological complications and adorned with a dragon scale motif executed by a master-artisan who was awarded the prestigious title “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” in 2011.

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Vacheron Constantin pays tribute with impressive regularity and virtuosity to a range of artistic crafts through its “Métiers d’Art” collection. Engraving, gemsetting, enamelling and guilloché convey the full breadth and depth of the artisan-type skills perpetuated by the Geneva-based Manufacture for over 250 years. With subtle touches, these demanding arts are liberally sprinkled across the collections of the Maison, transfiguring exclusive models into unique works of art.

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For the very first time on a Grande Complication model in the Traditionnelle collection, the meticulous and refined art of engraving finds its place on the pink gold case.

THE ENGRAVING ART AT ITS APOGEE

Offering unique expressions of superlative craftsmanship, the case, bezel and lugs of the Traditionnelle Calibre 2253 L’empreinte du dragon have been entirely hand-engraved by one of the most experienced master engravers of his generation, who was indeed named “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” in 2011. This lifelong title conferred in recognition of authentic excellence rewards the perfection of a masterpiece and requires months and even years of preparation.

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Stemming from close collaboration between the Vacheron Constantin designers and this talented artisan who joined the Manufacture in order to express his talent to the full, the dragon-scale symbolises imperial power and authority in Asia. In addition to the powerful aesthetic effect, the remarkable geometry of a dragon scale involves a number of challenges at each stage of the work. From defining a motif harmoniously applied to the variously sized surfaces of the case, through to the line (copperplate) engraving of almost inaccessible parts, this meticulous work calls for expert dexterity – because such a masterpiece can tolerate no mistakes.

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There are no trial runs: the engraving is performed entirely by hand on the already assembled case, without any transferred pattern or laser tracing to serve as a reference, and at the considerable depth of 4/10ths of a millimetre. The generous case thus provides an ideal medium of expression for this profound and impressive form of intaglio engraving. In addition, the specific 18-carat pink gold alloy used by Vacheron Constantin proved particularly challenging to engrave because of its hardness – a difficulty compounded by the constraints of a sophisticated motif obliging the master engraving to devise dedicated half moon-shaped tools in order to decorate the appropriate parts while avoiding the risk of damaging the surrounding areas.

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Entirely performed by hand using burins, a compass and custom-made tools, this intricate and delicate task calls for up to 70 hours of patient workmanship. Exclusive by its very nature, the case-back of the Traditionnelle Calibre 2253 L’empreinte du dragon bears the inscription “Pièce Unique”.

PRESTIGIOUS MECHANICS

To set the perfect stage for the ancestral artistic craft of engraving, Vacheron Constantin chose a highly complicated model in its Traditionnelle collection. This line of timeless watches, graced with round cases and refined elegance, is inspired by the aesthetic codes that have defined some of the finest historical creations from the Manufacture. While remaining firmly attached to its fundamental values, the collection nonetheless expresses itself in contemporary language, thereby serving as a reminder that tradition and modernity are natural companions at Vacheron Constantin.

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The entirely in-house developed and crafted Traditionnelle Calibre 2253 L’empreinte du dragon model is distinguished by a remarkable level of meticulously hand-crafted finishes. This timepiece bearing the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva meets the many demanding criteria of this supremely independent label that is a guarantee of provenance, of high-quality precision, of durability and of watchmaking expertise.

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In addition to the tourbillon, the Traditionnelle Calibre 2253 L’empreinte du dragon also features various complications relating to the Earth’s path through space: a perpetual calendar, an equation of time as well as sunrise and sunset indications.

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The equation of time is a fascinating complication serving to measure the difference in minutes between true solar time and standard or legal time.

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This time lag or advance varies daily, while remaining within a range of -16 to +16 minutes. Sunrise and sunset times represent another rare horological complication, serving to provide a precise reading of these indications at any place on earth chosen by the client.This highly technical watchmaking masterwork calling for several thousand hours of development boasts a stunning 14-day power reserve. Calibre 2253 measures just 9.60 mm thick and comprises 457 parts.

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The inner technical complexity of this timepiece is equalled only by the refinement of its external attributes: a 44 mmdiameter case in 18-carat gold, a silvered opaline dial adorned with 18K pink gold applied hour-markers, and a pink gold folding clasp shaped like a half Maltese cross.
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Model: TRADITIONNELLE Calibre 2253 L’EMPREINTE DU DRAGON

 
Reference: 88172/001R-A104
 

Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece

Movement

• Caliber 2253
• Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
• Mechanical, manual-winding
• 32 mm (13’’’) diameter
• 9.6 mm thick
• Approximately 336 hours of power reserve (14 days)
• 2.5 Hz (18,000 vibrations/hour)
• 457 components
• 30 jewels

Indications

• Hours
• Minutes
• Small second at 6 o’clock on tourbillon carriage
• Tourbillon
• Perpetual calendar (day of the week, date, month and leap year)
• Equation of time
• Sunrise/sunset time
• Power reserve indication (on the back of the watch)

Case
18K 5N pink gold
Hand-engraved lugs, case and bezel
44 mm diameter, 15.6 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 meters)
Dial
Silvered opaline
18K 5N pink gold applied hour-markers
Strap
Dark brown Mississippiensis alligator leather, hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Clasp: 

18K 5N pink gold triple-blade folding clasp
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped
Accessories
Delivered with a corrector pen and a magnifying glass
Unique timepiece
« Pièce unique » engraved on caseback

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