Monday, December 8, 2014

Christopher Ward – C70-3527 GT Chronometer Limited Edition















Christopher WardC70-3527 GT Chronometer "Ferrari 250 GTO" Limited Edition

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The C70 3527 GT CHRONOMETER LIMITED EDITION – A PIECE OF AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY


In partnership with TMB Artmetal we are proud to offer you the chance of owning a small piece of one of the world's most iconic, and not to say valuable, cars - the Ferrari 250 GTO.

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Embedded behind museum-grade sapphire crystal in the back-plate of this stunning chronometer is an original piece of exterior panelling from the seventh GTO (only 39 were ever built), which left the Ferrari factory on 22nd May, 1962. The date is actually featured in the watch's tachymeter.

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To understand the GTO's importance in the annals of automotive history, one needs only to recall the world record $52 million spent by an unnamed buyer in October 2013 to secure chassis number 5111 GT from Connecticut-based collector Paul Pappalardo
The chassis number of the C70's car, 3527 GT, gives this strictly limited watch its nomenclature, and this is indicated on the side of the case.

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The traditional Ferrari colouring of the beautifully executed dial serves as an impressive overture for the back-plate of the watch. The piece of original metal has been skillfully cut by experts in Switzerland to allow the number 6 from the car's number-plate to be shown in glorious Rosso Corsa livery.

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To own a Ferrari 250 GTO is an impossible dream for all but a handful of billionaire collectors and ageing rock stars (Nick Mason of Pink Floyd owns one); but for a fortunate few, the dream can be at least partially realised by owning the C70 3527 GT.

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NB For the sake of fairness, we are only releasing one of the 100 piece limited series per individual order.

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Technical Specifications

References: 3527GT-SRK  Special limited edition of only 100 pieces worldwide

Movement
Swiss chronometer quartz movement and COSC Certification
Calibre: ETA 251.233 COSC
27 jewel
Chronograph dials with split minutes/seconds/ 1/10th seconds
Thermo-compensated
Case
Marine-grade 316L stainless steel with screw-in crown
Diameter: 42mm;
Height: 10.7mm;
Weight: 80g
Chassis number "plate" on case side
Convex museum-grade sapphire crystal
Back-plate includes disc of #3527 precious metal set under museum-grade sapphire crystal
Individual serial number
Unique engraved individual serial number
Water resistance: 10ATM
Dial
Multi-layered precision dial
Tachymeter inscribed with #3527's factory release date
Strap
Premium quality Italian leather strap including red leather lining and Bader deployment
Packaging
Deluxe box and owner's handbook and Certificate of Provenance

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Saturday, December 6, 2014

ARNOLD & SON - Royal Collection HM Pandas
















ARNOLD & SON Royal Collection HM Pandas Limited Edition NEW


A stunning addition to the Arnold & Son Métiers d’Art range: HM Pandas unites two exquisite forms of craftsmanship 

The panda holds revered status in Chinese cultural history. It has served as a symbol of goodwill and helped cement relationships with other countries. When China entrusts pandas to international zoos, it does so as an expression of trust and confidence. With this meticulously finished special edition, Arnold & Son pays tribute to a very special bear.

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HM Pandas Exclusive Arnold & Son mechanical movement A&S1001, hand-wound,  22-carat solid white gold engraved appliqué, black lacquered dial with hand-painted miniature,  18-carat rose gold case, diameter 40 mm 
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The highlight of the HM Pandas edition is a sumptuous, 22-carat solid white gold hand-engraved appliqué of two pandas, which has been duplicated for the series. Created by a craftsman selected for his skill in the traditional art of hand engraving, it features two perfectly sculpted figures with a breathtaking richness of detail and an illusion of depth that contrasts starkly with the ultra-slim case. The case is available both in 18-carat rose gold or 18-carat white gold and with a diamond-set bezel.

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As Philippe Boven of Arnold & Son explains: “The panda is a popular symbol of hope and solidarity, and we hope this special edition will touch and inspire connoisseurs of fine watchmaking combined with the decorative arts. We are particularly proud of the execution, which seamlessly combines two highly skilled crafts: those of the engraver and of the miniaturist.” The detail on the dial is completed with a miniature hand painting of bamboo leaves and grass which likewise calls for infinite patience and consummate skill.

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Manufacture Arnold & Son mechanical movement calibre A&S1001 hand-wound,
diameter 30 mm, thickness 2.70 mm

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The watch is powered by the A&S1001 movement, which is just 2.7 millimetres thick and manufactured entirely in-house. Its twin barrels, which generate a 90-hour power reserve, guarantee a more constant force and in turn a more constant rate and greater accuracy. All the plates and bridges in the movement are hand-chamfered and decorated – a further indication of the traditional craftsmanship and Haute Horlogerie upheld by Arnold & Son throughout the company’s long history. 

This special edition of the HM Pandas will be limited to just 28 timepieces.

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Technical Characteristics

References: 1LCAP.B03A.C111A 18-carat Rose Gold Case
References: 1LCAW.B03A.C111 18-carat White Gold Case

Calibre: A&S1001
Exclusive Arnold & Son mechanical movement, hand-wound, 
21 jewels, diameter 30 mm, thickness 2.7 mm, 
Power reserve 80 h, two barrels,
21'600 vibrations/h

Functions:  
Hours, minutes
Movement decoration:
nickel-silver movement, rhodium treated with Haute Horlogerie finishing:
hand-chamfered bridges with polished edges,
fine circular graining and Côtes de Genève rayonnantes,
blued screws with bevelled and mirrorpolished heads
Dial:  
22-carat solid white gold engraved appliqué,
black lacquered with hand-painted miniature
Case:   
18-carat rose gold or 18-carat white gold, diamond-set bezel available,
diameter 40 mm, cambered sapphire with antireflective coating on both sides,
see-through sapphire case back
Strap:
Hand-stitched black or brown alligator leather
Water resistance:
30 Meters
Limited edition: 25 timepieces

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