HUBLOT – Classic Fusion Chronograph Aerofusion RED

HUBLOT – Classic Fusion Chronograph Aerofusion RED Titanium 45 mm Special Edition


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THE WATCH GALLERY
Swiss Haute Horology brand Hublot Introduces
The Watch Gallery Special Edition

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2017 - Hublot launches its latest demonstration of perfect fusion with the unveiling of the Classic Fusion Chronograph Aerofusion RED, created with specialist luxury retailer The Watch Gallery.

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To mark the occasion of the latest celebrated collaboration in the successful creative partnership, the invincible haute horology duo revealed the new 45mm timepiece at a cocktail event held at rooftop venue Aqua Kyoto, on London’s landmark Regent Street.

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Hublot had the privilege of collaborating with The Watch Gallery on 3 limited edition series launched in the past three years, all of which were met with tremendous commercial and advertorial success. Previous editions had harnessed a fusion of titanium and ceramic with touches of blue, but in true innovative style, the new edition pushes the envelope with bold and daring red accents.

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The new Classic Fusion Chronograph Aerofusion RED made a striking and impactful showcase with 45 units of the special edition timepiece individually represented in contrasting red-framed presentation cases.

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Attended by 300 guests, journalists and customers of the brand, the event boasted a modern takeover of a highly renowned venue in the heart of the British capital.

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Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman of Hublot and President of LVMH Group Watch Division co-hosted the event with David Coleridge, Chairman of The Watch Gallery, they were also joined by Hublot brand ambassador Maxime Buchi, creative designer and leading international tattoo artist. Presenter and DJ Zara Martin provided the evening soundtrack over the spectacular views of central London.

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In keeping with Hublot’s bold and confident image, RED is the carefully considered accent tone which can be seen adorning the lacquered rings of the special edition timepieces dial, the rhodium plated hands and the accent stitching added to the black alligator leather strap. The satin-finished and polished titanium case adds a sense of robust durability whilst the expertise of fine watchmaking is elegantly apparent to the trained-eye with the self-winding skeleton chronograph movement featuring a 42-hour power reserve.

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In continuation of the Hublot vision to develop luxury timepieces that ‘fuse’ tradition with innovation; a unique philosophy seen in the brand’s Classic Fusion collection, combining classical watchmaking and cutting-edge design with exceptional craftsmanship.

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The Classic Fusion is the most contemporary and understated of the Hublot collections, and is inspired by the brand’s first avant-garde designs initially launched by the company in 1980, when the brand was founded. Hublot pioneered the innovative use of gold with rubber, daringly fusing precious and industrial materials in iterations that disrupted the watch making conventions of its time.

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The Classic Fusion Chronograph special edition is limited to just 45 pieces, it is available throughout The Watch Gallery’s prestigious Hublot outlets: The Wonder Room, Selfridges, Oxford Street London; The Watch Gallery, Westfield and online at www.thewatchgallery.com

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Benoît Lecigne, Hublot Brand Director France, Belgium, Luxembourg, United Kingdom, Ireland and Eastern Europe said: “ It is with pleasure that we present the latest collaboration with one of the United Kingdom’s premier watch retailers.

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Hublot and The Watch Gallery share a vision of fusion and together we have grown our brands with this philosophy in mind. The Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph RED will follow for sure the tremendous success of previous collaborations and with this new color palette I am confident that this partnership will be one of many more to come.”

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Adrian Maronneau, Director of Buying & Merchandising at The Watch Gallery said: “ I can’t believe I am introducing our 4th Hublot limited edition. I hope you will agree that we, along with Hublot, have produced some amazingly exclusive watches over the past 3 years using our watch gallery blue as a running theme. But for our 4th limited edition it was time to shake things up a bit, dare I say add a bit of spice, something that Hublot is a absolute master of. I am therefore delighted to present our new TWG Hublot Classic fusion Aerofusion RED chronograph. Fusing titanium and ceramic for the case, the watch, limited to 45 pieces worldwide, sports accents of red through the dial and strap giving it the ultimate sporty edge. I hope you will find this time piece as irresistible as we have.”

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Technical specifications

Model: HUBLOT – Classic Fusion Chronograph Aerofusion RED

Reference: 525.NM.0137.LR.SLF17

Limitation: XX/45

MOVEMENT:
Caliber Hublot HUB1155
Type: Self-winding skeleton chronograph
Dimensions: Dia. 30 mm (131/4’’’); Thickness 7.10 mm
Date: Window at 6 o’clock
No of Components: 207
Jewels: 60
Frequency: 4 Hz (28’800 A/h)
Power reserve: 42 Hours
CASE:
Satin-finished and polished titanium
Diameter: 45 mm
Thickness: 13.40 mm
Bezel: Satin finished and polished black ceramic
Bezel Lug: Black composite resin
Screws « H »: Polished titanium
Glass: Sapphire with anti-reflective treatment
Crown: Polished titanium with engraved Hublot logo
Pushers: Polished black ceramic and polished titanium
Case back: Satin-finished titanium engraved with “SPECIAL” + “EDITION” + “XX/45”
Case back Glass: Sapphire with interior anti-reflective treatment
Water Resistant: 5 ATM (50m)
DIAL:
Sapphire with anti-reflective treatment
Polished rhodium-plated appliqués
Red lacquered rings
Hands: Polished rhodium-plated hands
Polished rhodium-plated and red lacquered chronograph second hand
STRAP:
Black rubber and black alligator with red stitching
Buckle: Stainless steel deployment buckle clasp

Unique piece special:
limited to 45 pieces

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Jaeger-LeCoultre – Geophysic Universal Time

Jaeger-LeCoultre – GEOPHYSIC® Universal Time Collection 2017

New milestones in the Geophysic collection

Created in 1958 by Jaeger-LeCoultre in honour of the International Geophysical Year, the first Geophysic watch remains a symbol of Swiss expertise par excellence. In keeping with this tradition, the Manufacture in the Vallée de Joux launched the Geophysic collection in 2015; a collection of several models combining powerful watchmaking expertise with a classic, timeless aesthetic. This line has now been reinterpreted reinforcing its original qualities: a generously dimensioned case, easily legible functions, visible luminescent hands, the high-tech Gyrolab balance wheel, etc.

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For the first time in its history, Jaeger-LeCoultre has introduced a flying tourbillon in a watch, allowing the time in twenty-four cities around the world to be read simultaneously. Available in a limited series of 100 pieces, the Geophysic Tourbillon Universal Time watch is a testament to the Manufacture's remarkable watchmaking skills expressed through the watch's ease-of-use and operating.

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For the Geophysic True Second and Geophysic Universal Time, what’s new in 2017 comes down to one word: interchangeability. With the introduction of a new interchangeable bracelet, these two models are now available in a resolutely contemporary steel version and a sleek and elegant leather version.

A truly contemporary way of envisioning time

A new interchangeable steel bracelet

With their new interchangeable steel bracelet, the Geophysic True Second and Geophysic Universal Time watches flaunt a chic yet relaxed style. Composed of five satin-brushed and polished links, this new bracelet, ideal for going in the water, is highly flexible. Easy to wear with a contemporary look, the ingenious folding clasp can be adjusted easily.

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The length of the bracelet can be extended up to five millimetres freeing the wrist for both ease of use and comfort especially during periods of extreme heat.

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Geophysic circular balance (True Seconds Mechanism)


Changing bracelets couldn't be simpler thanks to the lever system, which releases the bars in the blink of an eye, giving the watch a completely different look, whether the steel or the leather version.

Geophysic True Second

Measuring time down to the second

Staying true to the codes of Fine Watchmaking, the Geophysic True Second is available in pink gold and steel. Its grained dial with a textured look is distinctively clean alongside its perfectly legible hands and hour-markers. A companion of frequent travellers, this watch is naturally and intuitively adjusted. Its system for setting the time is entirely coordinated by the crown, ensuring a highly valued ease of use.

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The extremely accurate Geophysic True Second watch draws its name from the “True Second” – a complication rarely found on a mechanical movement. The second hand moves by “beating the second” i.e. literally performing a jump at each second. In addition to the high precision of its mechanism, this delicate hand contributes significantly to the assertive character of the piece.

Geophysic Universal Time

Around the world in the blink of an eye

Its lacquered blue guilloché dial sparks love at first sight. The eye is invited to dive into the immensity of the oceans and continents engraved in a sunray finish. Circling this astonishing planisphere, the world’s major cities stand out in blue and red letters. In contrast to the complexity of its watchmaking expertise, the Geophysic Universal Time is surprisingly easy to set with a single crown as opposed to a push-piece. While travelling, only the relevant hour needs to be adjusted to change time zones, without losing sight of universal time.

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The Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 772 is concealed inside, an automatic movement boasting the famous Gyrolab. By significantly reducing air friction, the non-circular balance wheel endows this piece with outstanding accuracy. This timeless model has been designed for men accustomed to travelling all over the world.

Geophysic Tourbillon Universal Time
An invitation to travel... and to precision

For the first time, the master watchmakers at Jaeger-LeCoultre have combined a flying tourbillon with universal time. With its 43.5 mm platinum case, the Geophysic Tourbillon Universal Time asserts itself as the most exclusive piece in the eponymous collection. Fascinating in many ways, this timepiece offers exceptional readability and operating.

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While remaining true to the ingenuity which allows for the creation of complex yet easy-to-use mechanisms, the Manufacture has followed the rules of the watchmaking tradition that defines it. Featuring the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948, the Geophysic Tourbillon Universal Time embodies this inventive spirit in a unique and universal way. Under the dome of its sapphire crystal, it presents a 360-degree view of the world...

One rotation in 24 hours

In this majestic planisphere, the eye is drawn to the flying tourbillon, which appears to float in space with the absence of a bridge to hold its cage. The lightly convex side view of the dial recalls the shape of a globe. On the intense blue lacquered ocean, small spirals form waves amplifying the impression of relief and depth that the watch creates when viewed from above.

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With a satin-brushed finish, the continents move across the central disc every 24 hours i.e. following the pace set by the flying tourbillon. In this landscape that changes as the hours go by, the tourbillon rotates around itself and the guilloché dial with remarkable accuracy.

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The eye is then drawn to the accelerated rolling of the Gyrolab balance wheel which, in addition to its balance spring hand-crafted in the workshops of the Manufacture, features the shape of a watch anchor, the symbol of Jaeger-LeCoultre.

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Easy readability combined with surprisingly simple adjustment

With constant readability thanks to the luminescent material, which constitutes the points on the flange of the dial and the hands, the Geophysic Tourbillon Universal Time watch is easily set with a single crown. Turning over the watch, enthusiasts will recognise the detailing and ingenuity of its mechanism glimpsed through the sapphire crystal case-back.

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Outshining the rubies and blued screws, the solid gold monobloc oscillating weight reveals Jaeger-LeCoultre’s two characteristic initials through the heart of its half-sphere. This gifted watchmaker's symbol is visible from the front and back.

Geophysic Collection

A worthy successor to a chronometer of the utmost precision and resistance created in 1958, the Geophysic remains a legendary model, which the master watchmakers of Jaeger-LeCoultre continue to reinvent ever more boldly. While embodying the classic codes of a simple and refined aesthetic, this measuring instrument offers a range of interpretations representing a unique watchmaking expertise.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Model: Geophysic® Tourbillon Universal Time

MOVEMENT
•    Automatic mechanical movement, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948
•    28,800 vibrations per hour
•    48-hour power reserve
•    375 parts
•    42 jewels
•    11.24 mm in height
•    Oscillating weight in 22-carat pink gold
FUNCTIONS
•    Hours, minutes
•    Flying tourbillon with seconds
•    Universal time (24 time zones)
•    Summer time indicator
•    24-hour day/night indication
•    Setting the hour by one-hour jumps clockwise or anti-clockwise
CASE
•    Platinum
•    Diameter: 43.5 mm
•    Height: 14.87 mm
•    Water resistance: 5 bars
•    Sapphire case back
DIAL
•    Convex shape
•    Blue guilloché for the oceans
•    Satin-brushed finish for the continents
•    Luminescent points on the flange
HANDS
•    Luminescent sword-shaped hands
STRAP
•    Blue alligator-skin
•    Folding buckle in white gold

LIMIT
•    Limited edition of 100 pieces

REFERENCE • Q8126420 - Price on request

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Model: Geophysic® Universal Time

MOVEMENT
•    Automatic mechanical movement, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 772
•    28,800 vibrations per hour
•    40-hour power reserve
•    274 parts
•    36 jewels
•    7.13 mm in height
•    Oscillating weight in 22-carat pink gold
FUNCTIONS
•    Hours, minutes
•    True Second
•    Universal time (24 time zones)
•    Summer time indicator
•    24-hour day/night indication
•    Setting the hour by one-hour jumps clockwise or anti-clockwise
CASE
•    Stainless steel
•    Diameter: 41.6 mm
•    Height: 11.84 mm
•    Water resistance: 5 bars
•    Sapphire case back
DIAL
•    Blue, lacquered, appliqué hour-markers
•    Sunray finish for the continents
•    Luminescent points on the flange
HANDS
•    Luminescent sword-shaped hands
STRAP
•    Five polished and satin-brushed steel links
•    Fast interchangeable system

REFERENCE • Q8108120 bracelet - 16 100,00 €
REFERENCE • Q8108420 Strap - 14 400,00 €

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Model: Geophysic® True Second

MOVEMENT
•    Automatic mechanical movement, Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 770
•    28,800 vibrations per hour
•    40-hour power reserve
•    275 parts
•    36 jewels
•    6.57 mm in height
•    Oscillating weight in 22-carat pink gold
FUNCTIONS
•    Hours, minutes
•    True Second
•    Date
•    Setting the hour by one-hour jumps clockwise or anti-clockwise
CASE
•    Stainless steel
•    Diameter: 39.6 mm
•    Height: 11.7 mm
•    Water resistance: 5 bars
•    Sapphire case back
DIAL
•    Silvered, grained, appliqué hour-markers
•    Luminescent points on the flange
HANDS
•    Luminescent sword-shaped hands
STRAP
•    Five polished and satin-brushed steel links
•    Fast interchangeable system

REFERENCE • Q8018120 bracelet - 10 800,00 €
REFERENCE • Q8018420 Strap - 9 150,00 €

* Jaeger-LeCoultre is not owner of the trademark Super-Luminova
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