Sylvain Pinaud – ORIGINE Chronometre

 

Sylvain Pinaud – ORIGINE Balance Chronomètre 2022

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With this creation unveiled in Geneva, I present this timepiece as an homage to the most beautiful achievements from the science of Horology.

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At the crossroads of art and science.

The primary intention is to create a delicate harmony, the graphic composition of the entire piece is highlithed by the unique asymmetric layout of the dial, that shares the spotlight with the regulator elegantly placed at the front. This original solution creates an animated scene that is an irresistible invitation to explore the movement.

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The silvered dial, of a rare complexity, plays on contrasts and extraordinary finishing to offer perfect readability. Particular care has been taken in the design of the hand-finished rose gold hands, which immediately and accurately indicate the time.

 

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The dial is emphasized by its polished steel cartouche, which accentuates the depth and contrast.

The unique composition of colors and finishes creates a spectacular visual dynamic, giving prominence to the large balance wheel, highlighted by finely polished bridges whose rose gold also match the hands.

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This creation is also distinguished by its elegant neoclassical simplicity. The overall aesthetic is very refined and pays tribute to the craftsmanship and finesse of each component.

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Each element of the watch harmonizes with the round lines of the case and the gracefully arched lugs embody classic elegance, and provide great comfort on all wrists.

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I wanted to create an elegant watch that could be worn every day.

Mechanical art

The construction of the movement has been carried out without compromise in terms of reliability and chronometry. The design and manufacture of the components are made to ensure a long life and guarantee an irreproachable precision, for centuries.

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From the beginning I wanted a large free sprung balance wheel, coupled with its Phillips balance-spring, which allows for precision adjustment and beating at 21,600 V.P.H.

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Combined with a mainspring that delivers an important torque, the movement offers stable timekeeping, over a long power reserve of 55H.

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The Swiss lever escapement has also been developed in-house to guarantee a perfect operation in the original architecture of the movement.

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When the crown is pulled, the hacking lever which stops the balance wheel allows precise time setting by the robust and convenient keyless works.

Only traditional materials in their simplest treatment are used in this movement.

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The main plate and bridges are made of German silver. And to put them in the spotlight, the bridges of the regulating organ are made of finely polished gold.

Finishing

From the outset, I had in mind to make with the origine a watch for the most discerning collectors. It was therefore imperative that the movement be at the height of a timepiece of this level and in line with the requirements of purists.

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The exceptional level of decoration is naturally applied to all parts of the movement, which are finished and worked at length by hand according to the highest standards.

This is why I have inscribed the words "Hand made" on the dial.

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The bridges are grained or black plolished and bevelled with inward angles. The wheels feature « cerclage » or « soleillage » and bevelled arms. All countersinks for jewels and screws are polished.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Collection   ORIGINE

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Model: Sylvain Pinaud ORIGINE

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Movement
Hand wound mechanical movement
Frequency: 21’600 v.p.h.
22 Jewels
Size: 33,8mm X 6,9mm
In house escapement and balance wheel with variable inertia
Balance diameter: 13.2 mm with Phillips spiral
Power reserve: 55H 
Functions
Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Stop balance wheel
Case
Stainless steel 316L
Diameter 40mm
11 mm thick (including glass)
Water resistance: 3 ATM (30 meters) 
Dial: Openworked and silvered
Strap
Custom black / brown leather strap
Engraved stainless steel pin buckle

 🔴 Price  incl. VAT  73'200 CHF 💰

To make each watch unique combinations of materials and finishes can be personalized on request.

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Bell & Ross – URBAN BR-X5 Carbon Orange Edition

 

Bell & Ross – URBAN BR-X5 Carbon/Titanium Orange 41mm Limited Edition 2023

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FROM THE COCKPIT TO THE WRIST

The BR‑X5 collection represents a new chapter in the Bell & Ross history, a watch that follows on from the BR 05 and the BR 03, encapsulating a brand-new conception. With its avant-garde and daring design, attractive in its functionality, the BR‑X5 symbolises the developments made by the brand to attract connoisseurs and lovers of fine watchmaking.

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Faithful to its aeronautical heritage, the watch features the household “round within the square” design, which allowed the French-born brand to be easily rec‑ognisable since the beginnings.

BR-CAL.323

It is at the heart of the case that lies one of the major assets of this unique collection. The automatic mechanism belongs to the world of manufacturer movements, making craftsmanship an essential feature of these models. The BR-CAL.323 calibre designed by Kenissi, a Swiss specialist movement-maker focussing on exclusivity, raises the BR‑X5 to the heights of precision, an achievement testified by the “Chronometer” certification issued by COSC.

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Another great accomplishment for Bell & Ross which set itself very high standards for its first manufacturer movement designed by Kenissi.

A PRESTIGIOUS MANUFACTURER MOVEMENT DESIGNED BY KENISSI

The result born by the convergence of talents in the house of Bell & Ross and Kenissi, the automatic BR‑CAL.323 calibre is equipped with a personalised oscillating weight – its design is inspired by a sports car rim – and a variable-inertia balance wheel. 

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Beating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), it has a 70-hour power reserve, known as “weekend proof”, i.e. the watch can be stored for the weekend with peace of mind, knowing it can be worn on Monday morning without having to be rewound.

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Another advantage of this manufacturer movement designed with Kenissi lies in its rapid date correction device, offering the freedom to carry out the adjustment at any time, without interfering with the operation of the watch.

FOCUS ON ACCURACY
AND RELIABILITY

A large smoked-glass sapphire crystal caseback reveals the movement finishing chosen by Bell & Ross to fulfil its desire for both aesthetic and technical perfection. Further evidence of Bell & Ross’ commitment to high quality is that the movement and the case are guaranteed for 5 years.

A MULTI-MATERIAL CARBON/TITANIUM CASE

The concept of multi-component construction is pushed further with the inclusion of multi-materials, as explained by Jean‑Paul Suchel, Technical and Production Director at Bell & Ross: “Two carbon fibre plates surrounded by the DLC titanium monobloc container housing the movement and integrating the shoulders of the crown”. 

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Discreet when viewed from the front, this construction reveals itself when turned on its side. We then discover the elaborate architecture of the middle. The entire 41 mm wide case is airtight by four screws. 

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The lightweight materials, like carbon and titanium, emphasise the high-tech aspects and the high degree of comfort for the wearer, which is further enhanced by the orange rubber strap: fitted with a folding clasp in DLC steel, it is attached to two links independent from the case to ensure perfect ergonomics.

A BR‑X5 IN HIGH-TECH VERSION

Like the earlier models in steel, the latest BR‑X5 Carbon Orange brings together two functions that are particularly useful in everyday life: an oversized vertical date and the power reserve indicator. 

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This double display, which is as legible as it is distinctive, gives the BR 05 family a unique look while making it instantly recognisable when on the wrist.

ADVANCED
TIME INSTRUMENTS

With the black marbling of the carbon and the various touches of orange, this new BR‑X5 imposes its powerful, avant-garde and sporty look, which makes it more than just a watch but also a work of art.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection: URBAN

Model: BR -X5 Carbon Orange

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 REF. BRX5R-BO-TC/SRB – 500 limited edition

MOVEMENT
Manufacture. Calibre BR-CAL.323.
Automatic mechanical.
Approximate power reserve of 70 hours.
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes and seconds.
Date window at 3 o'clock and power reserve indicator at 9 o'clock.
CASE
41 mm wide. 12.80 mm thick.
Container in Grade 2 microblasted titanium with DLC (diamond-like carbon) finish. 
Upper and lower inserts in matt carbon fibre.
Fixed bezel in Grade 2 microblasted titanium with bezel insert in matt carbon fibre.
Screw-down crown and crown guard in Grade 2 titanium.
Case-back in Grade 2 microblasted titanium with smoked grey sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.
Case-back with oscillating weight.
DIAL
Matt black.
Applique indices filled with Super-LumiNova®.
Metal skeletonised Super-LumiNova®-filled hour and minute hands. 

Black flange with 60-minute scale with white marking.
CRYSTAL
Sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
WATER-RESISTANCE   100 metres.
STRAP
Orange rubber.
BUCKLE
Folding. Steel with DLC (diamond-like carbon) finish.

EDITION  – Limited Edition of 500 pieces 

Available end of February

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