Tuesday, May 23, 2017

OMEGA – Seamaster “Edizione Venezia”

















OMEGASeamaster Co-Axial Master-Chronometer “Edizione Venezia39.5 mm Special Boutique Piece


OMEGA's unveils new collection of Seamaster Edizione Venezia
watches - to be sold exclusively in the famous Italian city

The story of the collection begins in the 1950's, when Venice provided the inspiration for one of OMEGA’s most famous symbols.

On a visit to the city, a member of OMEGA's design department was struck by the famous gondolas and the beautifully sculpted representations of Neptune’s Seahorse on each side. OMEGA's symbol for its Seamaster collection had been found, and the emblem began appearing on models from 1957.

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Today, OMEGA is paying tribute to that story, as well as the city itself, through this new collection.
The domed opaline-silvery dial on each model draws its design influence from the vaulted ceiling effects of Venetian architecture.

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The Venice theme even extends to the spherical crown, which follows the shape of the dome of St Mark's Basilica.

The famous Seahorse medallion has been laser engraved on the sapphire crystal caseback and the words “SEAMASTER” and “Edizione Venezia” have been transferred onto the inner caseback ring. There is also a transferred pattern which closely resembles the intricate detail of Venice’s own flag.

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Two different styles of the Seamaster “Edizione Venezia” are now available to customers – either with an 18K Sedna™ gold case on a brown leather strap, or a stainless steel version on a black leather strap. Both versions come presented in their own special black-lacquered presentation box, lined in burgundy velour reminiscent of a Venetian gondola's interior.

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With a Master Chronometer calibre of the industry’s highest precision, and a design story filled with true OMEGA heritage, these new models are sure to appeal to collectors the world over.

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The watches can only be purchased at the OMEGA Boutique in Venice, or at T Fondaco dei Tedeschi by DFS.

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Technical Data

SPECIALITIES
EDIZIONE VENEZIA


Model: Seamaster Co-Axial Master-Chronometer “Edizione Venezia

Reference: 511.53.40.20.02.001 - 18K Sedna™ Gold
Reference: 511.13.40.20.02.001 - Stainless Steel


MOVEMENT
Caliber: Omega 8800
Self-winding movement with Co-Axial escapement.
Resistant to magnetic fields greater than 15,000 gauss.
Free sprung-balance with silicon balance spring,
two barrels mounted in series, automatic winding in both directions.
Rhodium plated finish with Geneva waves in arabesque
Power reserve: 55 hours
CRYSTAL
Domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides
WATCH CASE & DIAL
Case
  • 18K Sedna™ Gold
  • Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 39.5 mm
Dial: Opaline-silver
WATCH WATER RESISTANCE
6 bar (60 metres / 200 feet)
FEATURES
Anti-magnetic
Chronometer
Date
Screw-in crown
Transparent case back
STRAP
Leather strap

AVAILABILITY 
Available exclusively boutiques in Venice

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Monday, May 22, 2017

CORUM – BIG BUBBLE Magical MATT BARNES




















CORUMBubble BIG BUBBLE Magical MATT BARNES Automatic Titanium 52 mm

Big Bubble Magical Voodoo
Let yourself be spellbound

Fascinating, disconcerting and astounding, Corum presents a dark and exciting Bubble. This new
addition to the impressive Bubble collection is the result of a partnership between the Canadian
photographer Matt Barnes and the Swiss master watchmaker.


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Matt Barnes lives in a pop-inspired world that combines old school with the latest trends. With his
head in the clouds but his feet on the ground, the born dreamer took this brilliant photograph of a
voodoo figure, which showcases the talented photographer’s keen eye.

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Bringing nuances to the dark tones of the dial and its relief, the titanium case and vulcanised rubber
strap also feature dark and mysterious colours. The ever more original Bubble reveals a watch without
numerals that hides its hands inside the dial, heightening the mystery radiating from the model.
In keeping with its innovative direction, Corum is presenting a Bubble in an all-new Big format so as to
better showcase the works held tenderly captive by the famous sapphire dome and to give the whole
piece a marvellously bubble-like effect.

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About Matt Barnes

Matt Barnes is a photographer based in Toronto. Fascinated by all pop culture influencers, vintage and
modern alike, he has notably photographed Snoop Dogg, Bradley Cooper, Nick Wooster and Lexi Belle,
among others. Not content with capturing images, he also creates commercial productions for brands
such as Red Bull, Sony, Xbox, Virgin, Pepsi and Jägermeister, to name but a few.
Matt Barnes also produces films as part of his visual media activities. Coincidentally, he filmed a video
starring Elisabetta Fantone, who is also a Corum ambassador.
Describing himself as a man with his head in the clouds but his feet on the ground, he joins Corum in
a spirit of innovation that combines old and new.

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Technical Specifications

Watch Name: BIG BUBBLE MAGICAL MATT BARNES 52mm

Reference:  L390/03340 - 390.101.95/0371 VO01 Titanium 

MOVEMENT
Movement number: CO390
Winding system: Automatic
Movement finishes: Côtes de Genève finishing
Power reserve: 65 hours
Frequency: 4 Hz, 28'800 vph
Dimension: 13 1/4'''
Rubies: 30
DIAL
Color: Black
Material: Brass
Distinctive features: 3D
Hands: Hour and minute: Circle • White
CASE
Material:  Titanium grade 5 with black PVD
treatment

Diameter: 52 MM
Height: 20.20 MM
Crown material: Titanium grade 5 with black PVD
treatment
Crystal:  Domed sapphire crystal with antireflective treatment
Back:  Screwed in open back cover in titanium grade 5 with glare proof sapphire crystal

Water-resistant: 100 M / 10 ATM
BRACELET
Material: Vulcanized rubber
Colours: Black
Interhorn/Buckle: 26.5/22 mm
Buckle type: Tongue buckle
Buckle material: Stainless steel
Buckle distinctive features: lack PVD treatment
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Tél. +41 (0) 32 967 06 70 
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