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A subtle interplay of finishes for an exceptional model
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A distinguished, sensuously curvaceous face. A design that is both classic and original. ThenewBelluna Heures & Minutes Décentrées is a tribute to refined watchmaking. Protected by a steel case with polished rose PVD treatment, the finish of its grained silver dial contrasts superbly with the sunray hour and minute counter and the snailed seconds counter. These two off-centred counters, combined with the scrolling date at 7 o’clock, combine to create the exclusive nature of theBelluna Heures & Minutes Décentrées. With its small seconds complication, this automatic timepiece will appeal to men and women who appreciate rare and timeless watches. Inaugurated in 1871 to promote the arts and science, London's Royal Albert Hall is now one of the most renowned concert halls in the United Kingdom. Built in a style true to the Victorian era, this huge red brick monument consists of a series concentric circles. A curvaceous, rounded architecture impressively dominated by a central glass dome. Just like this magnificent building, the Belluna range displays perfectly harmonious forms and embodies classic, timeless elegance.
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Between tradition and modernity, the new Belluna Heures & Minutes Décentrées encapsulates Mido's watchmaking excellence. Its unique design makes this an exceptional timepiece that is both traditional and original, and is certain to appeal to both men and women. Inspired by the harmonious curves of the Royal Albert Hall in London, its radiant grained silver dial features two counters. The first, at 10 o'clock, indicates the hours and minutes. The second counter, at 4 o'clock, marks the seconds. Without a doubt, these two off-centre counters make this model truly distinctive. Not to mention the scrolling date window at 7 o’clock. The refinement of the Belluna Heures & Minutes Décentrées truly shines through the subtle interplay of finishes: the sunray hour and minute counter contrasts with the snailed seconds counter. Both are surrounded by a nickel-plated ring. A cartouche in the first quarter of the dial displays the name of the model in French – the language of watchmaking par excellence.
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Featuring an automatic movement with petite complication, the Belluna Heures & Minutes Décentrées is available with a stainless steel case with rose PVD treatment. With a diameter of 40 mm, it is fitted with a sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective treatment on both sides. Enthusiasts of fine watchmaking mechanics will endlessly admire the finely decorated automatic movement, which features an oscillating weight adorned with Geneva Stripes and the Mido logo, through the transparent case back. Water-resistant up to a pressure of 5 bars (50 m/165 ft), the Belluna Heures & Minutes Décentrées is supplied with a brown crocodile-style leather strap integrated into the case, and a folding clasp.
Two other versions of this model are available.
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Model:BELLUNA II Heures & Minutes Décentrées Stainless Steel with rose PVD treatment 40mm
Ref: M024.444.36.031.00 Movement
Automatic ETA 2825-2, 11½’’’,
Ø26 mm, height: 6.60 mm, 25 jewels, 28,800 A/H,
ETACHOCS and NIVACOURBE shock-absorber, NIVAFLEX NO mainspring,
NIVAROX 2 balance-spring, gilded NICKEL balance wheel.
Finely decorated elaborate movement with polished screws,
decorated oscillating weight with Geneva stripes and Mido logo. FunctionHM-Ss-D.
Adjusted on 3 different positions for a high accuracy.
Min. 38 hours power reserve. Case
Stainless steel 316L with rose PVD treatment, Ø 40 mm,
3 pieces, sapphire crystal with an anti reflecting treatment on both sides, screwed case back,
transparent case back to see the finely decorated and elaborate movement,
engraved serial number, water-resistant up to a pressure of 5 bars (50 m / 165 ft) Dial
Silver, grained, nickel-plated counter rings, sunray hour and minute counter,
snailed seconds counter, applied polished indexes, date at 7 o’clock. Hands
Leaf-shaped. Strap
Brown calfskin with crocodile look, integrated into the case,
folding clasp in 316L stainless steel with rose PVD treatment.
Celebrate the spirit of the sea with thisnewtimepiece of sheer elegance from boutique Swiss watchmaker Edox.
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The Grand Ocean Slim is a beautiful addition to the prestigious Edox Grand Ocean collection and one that is suit-ed perfectly to those who prefer the “dress watch” look and feel in their chosen timepiece.
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Unlike many “dress watches” though the Grand Ocean Slim has an excel-lent water resistance rating (100m), so the wearer has nothing to fear from the odd splash or two.
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Edox has kept the Grand Ocean Slim to a sleek 41mm in diameter.
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The dial is uncluttered and classy, with a cute date display window at 6 o’clock in keeping with the minimalist design.
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Powered by a quartz movement based on the Ronda 714, the Grand Ocean Slim will deliver unerring accuracy without you having to lift a finger.
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The gold sheen of the stainless steel case and bezel is complemented per-fectly by a natural rubber strap, an eye-catching combination.
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Since its founding in 1884, Edox has been one of the world’s lead-ing watchmakers, introducing many timekeeping innovations. It is the Official Timekeeper of the Dakar Rally, Extreme Sailing Series and World Curling Federation.
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Model:EDOX GRAND OCEAN Slim
REF. 56002 357R NIR - Black dial
REF. 56002-3C-BUIN - Blue dial
Calibre Edox 56(based on Ronda 714 quartz) Functions
Display of hours, minutes and date Case
Stainless steel 316L, pink PVD coating Diameter: 41 mm Water resistance: 100 meters /10ATM Glass
Scratch-resistant anti-reflective sapphire crystal Strap
Genuine leather strap
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Unveiled at the SIHH in January, the SAXONIA MOON PHASE is now becoming available at points of sale. It pairs an accurate moon-phase display with the striking Lange outsize date. A photo shoot against a Saxon backdrop in the moonlight aptly expresses the perfect combination of precision and aesthetics. The portrayal kicks off an international online event.
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Astronomy, photography, and space travel are the three key disciplines that have given us close-up encounters with the moon. But, despite the latest insights, it has lost none of its allegorical fascination. After all, the magical appeal that science took away from the moon was given back to it by art across the centuries – with numerous oeuvres in literature, music, painting and photography.
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It this context, photography plays a double role: With faithful depictions or artistic interpretation, it can enlighten or enchant. In 1865, Lewis Morris Rutherfurd, the pioneer of astrophotography, created the first detailed image of the moon in his Manhattan observatory. Some forty years later, legendary camera artist Edward Steichen created "The Pond – Moonlight", a milestone in artistic lunar photography that was sold at auction in 2006 for 2.9 million US dollars.
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The same title would also befit the photograph that shows the SAXONIA MOON PHASE in front of the Rakotz Bridge in Saxony's Rhododendron Park in Kromlau. In the silvery light of the full moon, the bridge and its mirror image on the water's surface blend to become a perfect circle.
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The picture constitutes the launch of a worldwide online project in which twelve horology bloggers and web journalists in twelve cities manifest their photographic involvement with the watch. The underlying theme is a bridge in the light of a full moon. The first full-moon photo shoot in Saxony will be followed by further photo sessions in Copenhagen, London, Tokyo, Paris, Sydney, New York, Oslo, Amsterdam, Lisbon, Rio de Janeiro, Shanghai and Warsaw.
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With the moon-phase display of the SAXONIA MOON PHASE, A. Lange & Söhne succeeded in fusing precision and aesthetics in an ingenious ensemble. Its seven-stage transmission is designed with such accuracy that the display only needs to be corrected by one day every 122.6 years. Click on themouse wheelto seethe large size ...BIG FOTO
The deep blue hue of the solid-silver lunar disc is the result of a patented coating. Its 852 stars
are cut out with a laser beam. The outsize-date display in the
gold-framed twin aperture visually counterbalances the subsidiary
seconds dial that also incorporates the moon-phase display.
Movement:Lange manufacture caliber:L086.5 Movement measures: Diameter: 30.4 millimetres; height: 5.2 millimetres
Number of movement parts / jewels: 325/40 Escapement: Lever escapement Oscillator:
Shock-resistant screw balance, balance spring manufactured in-house
with a frequency of 21,600 semi-oscillations per hour, precision
beat-adjustment system with lateral setscrew and whiplash spring Power reserve: 72 hours when fully wound Functions:
Hours and minutes; subsidiary-seconds dial with stop-seconds
mechanism; outsize date; moon-phase display Case measures: Case: 18-carat White Gold Diameter: 40.0 millimetres; height: 9.8 millimetres Dial: Solid silver, argenté Hands: Rhodiumed gold Strap:
Hand-stitched crocodile strap, black Clasp: Lange prong buckle in white gold
Case versions:
Reference: № 384.032 18-carat Pink Gold
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H. MOSER & CIE.– ENDEAVOURPerpetual Calendar Funky Blue Titanium DLC Limited EditionNEW
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BOLD AND MODERN FOR A STRIKING LOOK: H. MOSER & CIE.PRESENTS THE ENDEAVOUR PERPETUAL CALENDAR FUNKY BLUE IN TITANIUM
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H. Moser & Cie. has produced a limited edition of just 10 pieces, boldly combining DLC treated titanium and the striking shades of its sky-blue fumé dial, in what looks set to become one of their iconic dials. Introducing the Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue in titanium, a model that once again embodies the very essence of H. Moser & Cie.: the creation of exceptional timepieces with a respect for tradition but with modern, unique designs.
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Since the start of the year, H. Moser & Cie. has repeatedly revisited its perpetual calendar, with some surprising results. As a leap year, 2016 also marks the 10th anniversary of the legendary calibre HMC 341 that drives the H. Moser Endeavour Perpetual Calendar. Often described as the most streamlined and legible perpetual calendar on the market, this model is now available in an exquisite range of colour and material combinations.
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H. Moser & Cie. has broken new ground with a brazenly bold version that combines the scintillating black of DLC-finished titanium with the electric blue of its sky-blue fumé dial. The result is an urban, contemporary piece with shifting tones, designed for an elegant clientele in search of a modern touch. Only a lucky few will have the chance to see it adorning their wrist, with just 10 pieces available from H. Moser & Cie. authorised retailers starting in June.
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The very first owner of an Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue in titanium is none other than former German football star Karl-Heinz Riedle. A world champion in 1990 and bronze medallist in the 1988 Olympic Games, Karl-Heinz Riedle boasts an impressive record. An elite sportsman, perfectionist and watch aficionado, H. Moser & Cie. was an obvious choice for him.
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Model:ENDEAVOUR Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue EDITION Reference:1341-0505Titanium model with DLC treatment, sky-blue fumé dial,
alligator strap with carbon-effect matte finish, limited edition of 10 pieces
Case
Titanium with DLC treatment, three-part
Diameter: 40.8 mm
Height: 11.1 mm
Curved sapphire crystal
See-through curved sapphire crystal case-back
Crown adorned with an "M"
Engraved on the movement side with the inscription "1/10" on the case Dial
Sky-blue fumé with sunburst pattern
Appliqué indices and leaf-shaped hands
Month indicated with a small arrow-shaped centre hand
Sub-dial for seconds
Big date display Movement
Mechanical hand-wound in-house calibre HMC 341
Diameter: 34.0 mm or 15 lignes
Height: 5.8 mm
Frequency: 18,000 Vib/h
28 jewels
Power reserve: minimum 7 days
Stop seconds
Double barrel
Interchangeable Moser escapement, Original Straumann Hairspring® with stabilised Breguet overcoil
Pallet fork and escapement wheel made from gold
Movement and components hand-finished and decorated Functions
Perpetual calendar
Big date display
Month indicator via central hand
Hours and minutes
Off-centre seconds dial
Power reserve indicator on dial
Leap year cycle indicator on movement side Strap
Hand-stitched black alligator strap with carbon-effect matte finish
Solid titanium DLC-treated pin buckle, engraved with the Moser logo.
The Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire features an eight seconds constant force mechanism, ensuring the force serving the balance wheel does not wane.
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From the mainspring being fully
wound to the last minute of the 36 hours of power reserve, when the stop
works intervenes, the force never fluctuates. The result is that the
amplitude and rate remain consistent, leading to superior precision.
The inspiration for theGrönefeld1941Remontoire
Ever since Bart and Tim were young boys they would frequently play to the sounds of the Saint Plechelmus church clock movement, close to the location of the company's workshops. This movement has always played an important part in the history of Grönefeld.
Johan Grönefeld, the brother's grandfather, was responsible for maintaining the church clock. When Johan passed away, this responsibility passed to their father, Sjef.
Sjef Grönefeld,adjusts the tower clockRoyal Eijsboutsin the church in Oldenzaal
The church clock, created in 1913 by Royal Eijsbouts in the village of Asten, The Netherlands is equipped with a remontoire mechanism. The rationale for the remontoire being used in the church clock was the clock's display was positioned much higher than the movement, necessitating significant force.
However, the magnitude of such force would prove too great for a conventional escapement, hence a remontoire, or constant force mechanism, was fitted.
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Moreover, the minute hand was calibrated to jump every 30 seconds,
breaking any ice which may have formed in cold weather and, in so doing,
preventing the clock hands from freezing.
Thenew 1941 case, recognising the influence ofSjef
To coincide with the release of the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire, Bart and Tim are pleased to reveal for the first time, the new 1941 case. This case design, named after the year their father was born, harnesses much craftsmanship and is intended to recognise the positive influence Sjef has had on their lives. Click, to see the large size. ▶BIGFOTO
The sculpted case is executed with a specially shaped cutter to create its characteristic hollowed, concave recesses and convex surfaces. In between each additional cutting phase, the case is polished prior to the next stage of milling, ensuring the precisely defined contours of the case are retained. This process proves incredibly time-consuming but the outcome justifies the effort.
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The lugs are retained with two hidden titanium screws, positioned inside the case. The lugs can be detached for remedial polishing or, should they have been subject to excessive trauma, they can be replaced.
For the first time, Grönefeld offers the new 1941 case in 18-carat white gold, alloyed with Palladium 150. This form of gold alloy is costlier but obviates the need for rhodium plating, hence its surface will not wear out. Alternatively, a 5N red gold case option is available.
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Measuring 39.5mm in diameter, with a restrained height of 10.5mm, the 1941 case is the epitome of elegance, courtesy of its discreet, graceful lines.
Bestowing a sense of calmness
The solid Sterling Silver dial features frosted and satin-grained surfaces, augmented with subtly polished edges. It employs three dial feet rather than the customary two, ensuring a very stable, solid union with the movement beneath. The extended Lancette hour and minute hands are flame-blued steel and include hand polished centres. The hour circle sits higher than the central dial area, delightfully playing with depths to eye-catching affect.
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Each hour is denoted with an applied index which is faceted and diamond cut. The tapering point of each index guides the eyes towards the central area of the dial, aiding interpretation of the highly lucid display of hours and minutes.
In the lower portion of the dial is a small seconds display, this again masterfully plays with depths to deliver a sumptuous aesthetic appearance. A grained circlet, marked with Arabic numerals, provides a fascinating contradistinction with the adjacent frosted surfaces.
Every change of dial depth is accentuated with a highly polished bevelled edge, engaging beautifully with ambient light. Click, to see the large size. ▶FOTO
The Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire features a governor to regulate the speed of the remontoire mechanism. Positioned at 9 o'clock designed to mitigate shocks to the gear train from the remontoire mechanism stopping. It rotates every eight seconds, adopting a calm tempo and bestowing a sense of calmness.
The dial is signed with "Grönefeld', 'Eight Seconds Remontoire' and 'Handcrafted". Indeed, every component is finished by hand to the highest standard.
A movement for purists
From the outset, Bart and Tim always envisaged the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire as a watch intended to appeal to the most discerning of watch collectors. It was therefore imperative that the movement was befitting of such a timepiece, appealing to the exacting requirements of purists.
The stainless steel bridges replicate the facades of the Dutch houses, termed 'bell gables' and reference the homeland of the Horological Brothers, Bart and Tim. The bridges are hand-beveled, evincing a brilliant gleam, while the centres deliver a sublime contrast with their micro-blasted surfaces, adorned with relief engraving.
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The new 5-arm, double spoke gear train wheels exhibit a contemporary character, but their circular grained surfaces pay due reverence to fine watchmaking tradition. The movement includes a balance wheel with white gold timing screws and is equipped with a free-sprung over-coil hairspring with triangular stud.
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Gold chatons stand testament to the no-compromise specification of this movement whilst mirror polished screws feature chamfered rims and slots. Numerous surfaces glisten, courtesy of mirror-polishing which has been patiently executed by time-served hands. The inventory of different surface decorations will sate the desires of any purist and include snailed, grained, spotted and frosted surfaces.
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With so much beauty harnessed within the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire it only seemed appropriate to share the movement with wearers, equipping the timepiece with a sapphire caseback.
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The time-consuming creation of each movement means that production will be limited to only 188Remontoire movements, each with its own unique serial number, offered in a choice of case material and dial variants.
Movement
Hand-wound Mechanical Movement Calibre G-05 8 Seconds Remontoire Mechanism Diameter: 32,0 mm Thickness: 5,5 mm Number of parts:258 parts Number of jewels: 36 jewels, partially set in solid gold chatons Power reserve: 36 hours with constant force (stop system) Remontoire
To optimize time keeping a small hairspring is wound every 8
seconds to guarantee a constant force for the escapement. A complex
satellite gearing mechanism with hypocycloidal gears, twin ball
bearings, pinions and jewelled levers, achieve this. Balance wheel: Variable-inertia balance wheel with four white gold timing screws (diameter 10 mm) Frequency: 21.600 vibrations/hour Balance spring: Free sprung with Phillips terminal over coil curve with triangle hairspring stud Escapement: Jewelled Swiss lever Main Plate: Spotted and ruthenium electroplated brass main plate Bridges
Stainless steel, bevels polished by hand, micro-blasted centre
Circular grain on the top to highlight the bridges shapes and engravings
Relief engraved Grönefeld logo, number of jewels and eight seconds remontoire Hacking seconds
In setting mode the hacking seconds mechanism will be activated Displays
Central Hours and Minutes
Small Seconds at 6 o’clock
Governor speed regulator at 9 o’clock Case and dial
White Gold Au750/Pd150 (Non Rhodium plated) or Red Gold Au750 5N
Domed sapphire crystal on the front with hard antireflective coating on both sides
Flat sapphire crystal on the back with hard antireflective coating on both sides Engraving:Grönefeld and the individual number
Number of components: 66 parts
8 White gold security screws Diameter: 39, 5 mm Thickness: 10,5 mm Water resistance: 3 atm(30 meters/100 feet) Crown: White gold Au750/Pd150 (Non Rhodium plated) / Red gold Au750 5N engraved with logo Dial
Sterling Silver 925, frosted and satin-grained surfaces Hands
Extended Lancette hands
Flame-blued steel and mirror polished centres
Small poised seconds hand Strap
Hand-sewn ostrich leather with White Gold Au750/Pd150 or Red Gold Au750 5N buckle Engraved with Grönefeld logo
