Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Olivier Kuhn – The Pearl of the Dragon Gold Edition

Olivier Kuhn"Métier d'Art" The Pearl of the Dragon White Gold Edition Unique Piece 2022

The Pearl of the Dragon reveals and divulges its creator, the passionate master of miniatures Olivier Kuhn. After bringing several famous horological miniatures to life, and with years of experience in Geneva and throughout Switzerland, Olivier Kuhn has embarked on a new challenge: make a unique watch inspired by the theme of imperial China. 

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Entirely designed and created by himself, this piece is the fruit of two years of work. This first work of art was designed to whisk you away, to the beat of its hands, to a universe of power, strength and aestheticism.

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 Housing an imperial Chinese dragon in 18K yellow gold that reigns over the movement’s balance wheel, every technical and aesthetic detail has been designed with the meticulousness required to make it a piece of watchmaking art. The dragon is inscribed in three dimensions with elements perceptible from both sides of the watch. The dragon and its scenery fill the entire volume of the case, and every detail invites you to explore the depth of this achievement.

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This piece of art takes you on a journey through a traditional decor as an integral part of the piece is inspired by the wall of the nine dragons in the Forbidden City of Beijing. Here, the dragon’s head and tail can be seen pointing to the sky, conveying a message of positivity and perseverance desired by its creator. Passionate about the details that make all the difference, Olivier Kuhn has subtly designed a dragon’s eye that only appears when the two hands cross.

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Eager and keen to share his passion for authenticity and beauty, he has succeeded in giving the mystical beast a proven authenticity: 2,185 hand-engraved scales, parts shaded with acrylic paint, and a genuine pearl of exceptional quality added to the dragon’s right front paw to represent the pearl of fire.

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To conclude this immersion in the mastery of artistic techniques required for a fine craftsmanship watch, the piece is encased in a white gold case with no visible screws, highlighting the dragon that seems to levitate within the watch. This technically complex feat makes the Pearl of the Dragon a unique masterpiece numbered 1/1.

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Today after 2 and a half years of work, I am moved and proud to be able to present it to you, also thanks to the precious collaborations that helped me to make this piece, I am thinking of @concepto_watch_factory , @pibor_iso_sa, W Laser, Altmann Casting and also others who supported me until the end.

Moreover, to push back my challenge, my watch is registered for the GPHG in the category "Métier d'art" where all the technical details are mentioned. If I had thought one day, while training in watchmaking 13 years ago, that I would present my own watch, I would not have believed it. It was a dream and I realize it. Can't wait to have your feelings for this first creation.

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Technical specifications:

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Movement      
Manual-winding mechanical 
Work in progress, OMEGA 650 in Olivier Kuhn mouvement
Power reserve: 42h, 19,800 variations / hours
27 jewels
Pusher at 3 o'clock position for time-setting
Functions  Hours, Minutes
Case             
White Gold
45.25 mm x 19.40mm
Sapphire crystal both sides with double anti-reflection treatment
Water resistance  30 m
Dial
Dragon and its hand-engraved landscape 
Dragon in 18K yellow gold that reigns over the movement’s balance wheel
Dial 3 o'clock position
Strap            
Burgundy alligator leather
Solid Gold Folding buckle

Limitation
Limited Edition  to Unique only 1 pieces

Please contact me OlivierKuhnartist for more information and availability.

🔴 Price : incl. VAT 1'000.000 CHF 💰

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Monday, December 19, 2022

CHRONOSWISS – Open Gear Resec CANDY Shop Edition


CHRONOSWISS Open Gear ReSec CANDY Shop Edition 2022

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We take you to the Candy Shop. The newest addition to the ReSec family of Chronoswiss embodies what the brand stands for: Creating spectacular timepieces that reflect a pioneer mindset and yet respectfully evolve the rich heritage of a family-run watch manufacture.

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In a world where every rainbow has been seen twice already, it takes something extraordinary to fascinate.

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The Chronoswiss ReSec Candy Shop is opening the door to a wild world of colours, where everything is possible. It is the mechanical implantation of a childhood dream: Owning a Candy Shop and freely taking whatever you desire.

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The Candy Shop of the Lucerne watchmaker is presenting its sweet temptations on 2 Levels of a hybrid hand guilloched dial, that is also serving as a module plate holding the bridges, screws, wheels and jewels. 

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The flowing Guilloche pattern was created on a century old machine in the Atelier Lucerne & each visible part of the elaborate construction is coloured differently. The CVD-coating technique used for the colouring, allows the timepiece not only to shine but also to change its colours depending on the incidence of light.

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 The uncompromising timepiece is a symbiosis of modern art and fine mechanical watchmaking. Following the pathway of Chronoswiss the Candy Shop does not care about conventions or rules. 

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To remain in the world of Candy: At Chronoswiss we are not afraid of sugar – we embrace its effect on the mind and soul.

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The provocative watchmaker’s interpretation of a Candy Shop is embedded into a bold DLC-coated 44mm case in black and powered by the reliable Chronoswiss C.301 movement.

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Limited to 50 pieces only, the newest Open Gear ReSec remains a dream for many but will fulfil the childhood dream of those who are fast and fortunate enough the enter the Candy Shop.

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A mix of new materials, old techniques and contemporary design – this is what it takes to be a modern mechanical brand,” says Chronoswiss CEO Oliver Ebstein

Open Gear CANDY Shop Edition is made in a limited edition of 50 pieces.


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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection:  Open Gear

Model: Open Gear ReSec CANDY Shop Edition

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 Reference Number: CH-6925M-COL

Case
Diameter: 44mm
Thickness: 13.35 mm
Material: Stainless steel with black DLC coating
Screw-down case back with satin finish and flat sapphire crystal
Water Resistance: 100m
Movement
Winding: Automatic with stop seconds
Caliber: Chronoswiss caliber C. 301
Diameter: 36.50mm, impulse-angle 51°
Power Reserve: Approx. 42 hours
Balance: Glucydur, three-legged
Balance spring: Nivarox 1
Fine adjustment: 
Via Excenter
Shock protection:
 Incabloc
Frequency: 4 Hz
Jewels: 33

Chronometer Certified: No
Finishing
Skeletonized rotor CVD coated purple
Côtes de Genève and ball bearing;polished pallet lever, escape wheel and screws
Bridges and plates with perlage
Functions: Off-centre hours at 12:00 (featuring "open gear" design) central minutes, retrograde seconds at 6:00
Additional Details: Skeletonized blue rotor with Côtes de Genève and ball bearing;
polished pallet lever, escape wheel and screws; bridges and plates with perlage
Pricing & Availability
Dial and hands
    Dial:
42-part construction on two levels: bottom level hand-guillochéd with CVD coating, featuring screwed-on skeletonized train wheel bridges and funnel-like construction for hour display, as well as a retrograde seconds display and cylinder and block shaped Super-LumiNova indexes. All components with different CVD color coatings
    Hands: 
Trigono” shape,lacquered, with Super-LumiNova inlays and tips Feuille shape; curved, rhodium-plated and diamond cut
Strap/Bracelet
Alligator hornback leather, hand-sewn
Type of buckle: Folding clasp


Limited Edition: Yes, 50 pieces


Price: CHF 13,300



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