Tuesday, April 10, 2018

GIRARD-PERREGAUX – Cat’s Eye Day and Night High Jewellery

GIRARD-PERREGAUXCat’s Eye Day and Night High Jewellery White Gold


The Cat’s Eye in wonderland

Girard-Perregaux predestines enchanting version of the Cat’s Eye Day and Night to a charmed life by transforming it for the very first time into a High Jewellery interpretation. Above and beyond the metamorphosis highlighting the fairytale sparkle of diamonds, this new creation tells its very own story.
Once upon a time, there was a watch, developed in keeping with the finest watchmaking traditions, which propelled the woman wearing it into a maze of spectacular beauty. How can she find her way? Girard-Perregaux offers the key!


Entre sky and earth

The same script inevitably plays out, over and over. As soon as the Cat’s Eye Day and Night enters a woman’s field of vision, her gaze is irresistibly drawn to its dark blue aventurine dial stretching like an endless sky. Its powerful allure stems from the depth and intensity of its colour, lit up only by a shower of gold spangles. The eye literally plunges into it, followed by the mind that discovers gemstone scenery of exquisite splendour. A fringe of multi-sized diamonds frames the crown, accentuating the legendary shape of this collection: a circle nested in an oval, the very embodiment of absolute, deeply appealing femininity.

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Pushing the boundaries of optical illusion, the bezel is set with a ring of imposing diamonds that spill over onto the lugs. They give a sense of volume to this model, creating an alternately raised and hollowed profile that begs to be caressed, forming a precious landscape around the sky portrayed on the dial. The stones are held by prongs that ensure their stability while also flaunting each and every facet. The light effects are magnified and usual points of reference vanish. Where am I? Is it a waking dream?

A benevolent complication

On this dreamily romantic creation that stirs the imagination, the return to a gentle and pleasing reality is achieved via the Day/Night complication. The latter epitomises the extremely specific approach of the Maison, which deliberately pairs substantive horological content with original design. The white gold disc at 6 o’clock performs a complete rotation in 24 hours. It has been treated to several finishing operations, vividly reflecting the concern for details nurtured by Girard-Perregaux.

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Its figurative depiction of the day and night is imbued with a sense of refinement: a generous, shining sun on one side; and a dainty moon on the other, alternately appearing or hiding beneath a half-circle of diamonds as the hours go by. This astronomical complication requires no independent adjustment, as the Manufacture has chosen to synchronise it with the hours and minutes.

Inner strength

In addition to its stirring aesthetic appeal, this stunning High Jewellery model is driven by a mechanical self-winding GP330-00900 movement, designed, developed and produced by Manufacture Girard-Perregaux in accordance with the finest Swiss watchmaking traditions. This 218-part movement with its 46-hour power reserve is also distinguished by its splendid finishing. The bridges and the mainplate are straight-grained on the sides and on the rounded parts of the ridges. They are then chamfered, circular-grained and adorned with a Côtes de Genève pattern, while the gold oscillating weight is graced with a “GP” tapestry motif. The transparent case-back provides a chance to admire the meticulous craftsmanship that enhances the power of this exceptional model.

The Cat’s Eye Day and Night High Jewellery is fitted with a dark blue alligator leather strap and a white gold folding clasp set with brilliant-cut diamonds.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Model: Cat’s Eye Day and Night High Jewellery

Reference 80488D53M4D1-CK4A

Case
Material:
white gold set with 52 brilliant-cut diamonds ~2.31 cts
Dimensions: 36.90 x 30.75 mm
Height: 11.30 mm
Glass: sapphire anti-reflective
Case-back: sapphire crystal secured by 4 screws
Water resistance: 30 meters (3 ATM)
Dial
Aventurine night-sky and paved dial and moon figure with
149 brilliant-cut diamonds ~0.52 ct
Hands: leaf-shaped
Movement
Reference: GP03300-0090
, mechanical with automatic winding
Diameter: 25.60 mm (111/2’’’)
Height: 3.20 mm
Frequency: 28,800 Vib/h – (4 Hz)
Number of components: 218
Jewels: 32
Power reserve: min. 46 hours
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, day/night indicator
Strap
Material: dark blue alligator
Buckle: white gold folding buckle set with 14 brilliant-cut diamonds ~0.118 ct


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Saturday, April 7, 2018

SEIKO – Prospex 1968 Automatic Diver’s Commemorative Special Edition
















SEIKOProspex 1968 Automatic Diver’s Commemorative Special Limited Edition (Ref. SLA019J1)

Concept

Inspired by the lush green of Yakushima's primeval cedar forests, the limited edition is fashioned with a dark green dial. Yakushima is Japan's first Natural World Heritage site, and like our Prospex watches, Yakushima's diving sites are renowned for their exceptional visibility. The green of Yakushima breathes new life into this classic diver's design.


Yakushima

Yakushima is located in the south of Japan and registered as Japan's first Natural World Heritage site in 1993. As well as being a World Natural Heritage Site because of its forests, Yakushima is a much loved destination for the diving community, thanks to its crystal clear waters, coral reefs and abundant marine life.


The deep green dial

Its signature feature is the green color. This rich shade of green reflects the lush tones of the ancient cedar trees on the island of Yakushima at the southern end of the Japanese archipelago.

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A bezel designed for a purpose

The professional level of the specifications becomes clear when you study the precise and secure operation of the uni-directional bezel. Its 120 ratchet design delivers more precise use and greater safety and the deep grooves make its operation easier and more secure, even at depth.


Highly durable zirconia ceramic bezel

The Zirconia ceramic will last a lifetime and longer, protecting the watch from rust and scratches so that the beauty of its deep green color endures for years to come, just as the verdant beauty of the forests of Yakushima has always remained pristine.

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Special LumiBrite

A special long-lasting LumiBrite coating on the hands ensures legibility at greater depths for longer than ever before. The 5, 10, 15, and 20 minute markers on the uni-directional rotating bezel are also coated in this new LumiBrite, adding extra security for divers.

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Movement: Caliber 8L35

This limited edition is equipped with the high-grade caliber 8L35, which is hand assembled and adjusted by Seiko's master watchmakers at the Shizukuishi Watch Studio in Morioka. Assembled from 192 parts, it beats at 28,000 vibrations per hour and has a power reserve of 50 hours.

An extra strap

This Limited Edition is presented on a stainless steel bracelet, with easy to adjust size settings. A second attachment is also offered.

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This is a strap, made from high-strength silicone which is extremely resistant to sea water and perspiration sweat as well as being perfect for diving use with its accordion-style structure which allows it to expand and contract as the underwater pressure changes.

A limited edition of 1,968

Made in celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the first Seiko 300 m Hi-Beat Diver's watch, just 1,968 of these watches will be made. Each watch has the word "Limited Edition" and its unique serial number engraved on the back. It is offered in its own special presentation case.

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Technical specifications

Collection: Prospex

 Model: 1968 Automatic Diver’s Commemorative Special Edition

Ref. SLA019J1

Exterior
Case 
Material: Stainless steel case with super-hard coating
Glass: Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Case  
Size
Diameter: 44.3mm
Thickness: 15.4mm
Movement
Caliber
Number 8L35
28’800 Vib/h (4hz)
26 jewels
Approx. 50 Hours of pow Driving System
Automatic with manual winding mechanism
Functions
Hours, Minutes, Duration
Power reserve: Approx. 50 hours
Specifications
Water Resistance
300m professional diver's watch for saturation diving
Other Features
    "LIMITED EDITION" on the case back
    Serial number engraved on the case back
    Screw-down crown
    One-piece structure
    Three-fold clasp with secure lock
    26 jewels
    Stop second hand function

Limited edition of 1,968

Available from July 2018


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Tokyo­­ 105-8467
Japan
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