Friday, November 23, 2012

CORUM - Artisans Coin Double Eagle Automatic Gold





















CORUM - Artisans Coin Double Eagle Automatic Gold

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Biography - RENÉ BANNWART (1915 – 2010): Founder of CORUM

"The prestigious key, which marks the Corum creations, opens the doors of time and is the best symbol of the work always more perfect and more complete. » René Bannwart

Born March 16, 1915 in Zurich, René Bannwart spent his childhood in Basel before joining Geneva to study at the Business School where he developed his passion for business.

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With a watchmaking experience acquired from the most prestigious watch manufacturers, René Bannwart began his professional adventure at Patek Philippe in 1933 before joining Omega in 1940 where he established the first creative department and launched watch models which still today remain the talking pieces of the Brand. At Omega, he strengthened his expertise in watchmaking during 15 years. With a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a will to create his own watches, he founded Corum in 1955 with his uncle Gaston Ries. In 1958, he signed his first success with the model "Sans Heures" where time was only indicated by the hands on the dial. In 1966, a new interpretation of this model is embodied with the model Romvlvs (today one of the 4 key pillar of Corum) whose hours in Roman numerals are engraved on the bezel.

René Bannwart known for his humanist and aesthetic values has been able to reach his ambition by creating a Company that shines today in the constellation of the Haute Horlogerie. He leaves behind him as much a beautiful human than a watchmaking tale. Passionate and generous, he earned the trust and deep respect of his colleagues, clients and employees by building lasting friendships and sincere relationships.

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Loyal to the golden rule used in creation, he was known for his sense of detail and artistic qualities. The strong creativity instilled by René Bannwart to Corum has been expressed, throughout its history, by many outstanding creations.

In 1958, launch of the Golden Tube model, a tube of gold in which the movement is inserted. This creation is behind the famous Golden Bridge model (1980), the first baguette movement that symbolizes the technical and watchmaking mastery of Corum and now part of the CORUM BRIDGES pillar.

In 1960, the first interpretation of the “Admiral’s Cup” model with a square case was developed. This was the first ever water-resistant square watch! In 1983, the famous Admiral’s Cup was reinterpreted in its emblematic design version (twelve-sided bezel, 12 nautical pennants) helping it to become the leader.
 
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In 1964, the “Coin Watch” without back cover was created with an ultra-flat movement that is set in an authentic gold coin, a $20 Double Eagle Coin. This model was worn by numerous U.S. Presidents and prominent civilians. The watchmaking history and the watch aficionados will also remember the feathers dial (1970), the Rolls-Royce model (1976) pioneering the partnerships with the prestigious car manufacturer Brands, as well as the meteorite dials (1986) and the Tabogan watch (1997) whose ingenious mechanism allowing the watch to be turned into a table clock which has been patented.

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In 2010, Corum celebrated its 55th Anniversary and celebrates the half century of the Admiral's Cup collection whose iconic design has been created at the time by the son of Rene, Jean-René Bannwart; and 30 years of the Golden Bridge. The heritage which was founded in the heart and skill of one man, René Bannwart, has provided to the Brand deep and solid roots which has been revived by its current CEO Antonio Calce, who has taken back the fundamental strategy of the Brand since his arrival in 2005.

On January 13, 2010, René Bannwart passed away.

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Artisans Coin Watch

Ref. - 293.645.56/0001 MU51

Gender     Men
Material    18kt yellow gold 3N
Dimension  36 mm
Case, back   22kt 3N yellow gold "Double Eagle" coin
Crystal    Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment
Case, features    Satin finish case and polished horns
Case, interhorn  19 mm
Case, shape  Round
Case, thickness   6.40 mm
Dial, features  CORUM logo transferred on the dial
Dial, material  22kt 3N yellow gold "Double Eagle" coin
Movement, diameter  11 1/2'''
Movement, finish  Rotor with CORUM dedicated decoration
Movement, frequency 4 Hz, 28'800 vph
Movement functions                                                              
Minute. Hour
Movement, jewels   30
Movement, power reserve    72 hours
Movement, energy Automatique
Movement, caliber  CO 293
Bracelet, color    Black
Bracelet, material    Crocodile leather
Buckle       Tongue buckle
Features           Hour and minute
Water resistant    30 meters / 3 ATM

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Baume & Mercier - Classima 10065 Chronograph












Baume & Mercier - Capeland 10065 Flyback Chronograph 

 

 

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Technical specifications

 REF. - 10065

CASE
Size : 44 mm
Shape : round
Material : steel
Finishes : polished/satin-finished
Crystal : sapphire, antiglare treatment
Case back : sapphire crystal
Thickness : 14.9 mm

MOVEMENT
Movement : automatic
Functions : chronograph, tachymeter, telemeter, date

DIAL
Features : sun satin-finished blue & snailed black,
Arabic numerals
Hands : with Superluminova®

BRACELET
Material : steel
Finishes : polished/satin-finished
Clasp : triple folding security clasp

OTHERS
Water-resistance : 5ATM (approx. 50m)

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Monday, November 19, 2012

MANJAZ - Apollo Series 7216
















MANJAZ - Apollo Series 7216 NEW


The Inspiration of Apollo Series comes from Greece myths, given it characteristic individual traits: perfect balance between gentle lines and classical craft. A steady flow of noble glow by its distinct lines of the case from internal to external, as if the spill of grace temperament. With nail graduation and Swarovski rhinestone embedded bezel, Apollo Series are the masterpieces blending European classic and fashion perfectly together.

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 Apollo Series 7216, blending tradition and modern element, takes Chinese aesthetic standard more into account on color matching and integrated Design, which is said to be a special watch for Chinese.

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Technical specifications

Ref. - 7216 SR-A01
  • Series:Apollo Series
  • Case:Stainless steel, deal with IPG pink gold
  • Case Diameter:42mm
  • Buckle:Stainless steel, square buckle
  • Leather:Genuine leather
  • Crown:Screwed crown
  • Crystal:Sapphire crystal
  • Back Case:Sapphire crystal
  • Movement:ETA 2824-2, Top-class, mechanical, Swiss made
  • Features:Hour, minute, second, calendar
  • Dial:White, 1 arabic, 11 indexes
  • Power reserve:38h
  • Water resistance:50 meters

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Sunday, November 18, 2012

Parmigiani - Transforma Rivages CARBON Titanium Chronograph


Parmigiani - Transforma Rivages CARBON  Titanium Chronograph

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Parmigiani - Movement - PF334

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Technical specifications

REF : PFC228-3200100-XC1442-301000E

Model: Transforma RIVAGES CHRONO CARBON TITANIUM
 

Movement: PF334
Functions: Hour Minute
Small seconds at 3 o'clock
In window
Chronograph 1/4 seconds (large seconds
30 minute counter, 12 hour counter)
Case: round shape
Diameter: 43 mm
Thickness: 12.80 mm
Materials: carbon matte box support titanium
Water resistant to 30 m
Crystal: sapphire anti-reflective coating
Crown: Ø 7 mm
Background: Engraved "Special Edition 100"
Number: Individual engraved on the back
Dial: Graphite circular satin finish
Counters: carbon flange with flat diamond
Decor: Globe
Index: rhodium Wall
Needles: Delta shaped with luminescent material
Bracelets: Calf black carbon stamped with titanium folding clasp
Black alligator water resistant with titanium folding clasp


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Saturday, November 17, 2012

Tissot - Tradition FADO Limited Edition 2012

Tissot - Tradition FADO Limited Edition NEW



Fado Tissot Special Edition, designed exclusively for the Portuguese market. On the occasion of the first anniversary of the consecration of Fado Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.


Probably the most important expression of Portuguese folklore is the fado, a music genre that lies in sadness, despair and resignation.

The fado can be found in Portugal for the first time in the early 19th century, although experts say it probably came a lot earlier than that. With a guitar and a voice, fado brings to life stories of sadness and misery, although in modern times it doesn’t always adhere to these subjects, but any in general. The word fado comes from the Latin fatum, which means fate. There are two main types of fado: Lisbon fado and Coimbra fado, Coimbra being another city north of Lisbon, between the capital and the other main Portuguese city, Oporto. However today, we’re mainly going to talk about Lisbon fado.

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Everyone who knows about fados will probably agree that the main representative of this music was Amália Rodrigues, a fado singer from the 40s up to her death who described the music as “something very mysterious that you have to feel, and you have to be born with the distressful side of people, feel like someone without ambitions, without wishes… a person… as if you didn’t exist”. Pessoa also had some words to describe fado, which was “the that the people of Portugal look at the God who they believed in with contempt, the God who had now abandoned them.

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According to officials of the brand, "Tissot in Portugal's strategy is to launch special editions and limited to honor the Portuguese heritage. Whisker As a brand that is multi-specialist, has in its portfolio models covering different categories, ranging from classic models , to more technological, modern design with heritage and gold. Portuguese special editions fit perfectly in this brand philosophy, since the models launched are themselves an example of differentiation. admiration for Portuguese culture has been translated into more a dozen Special Editions, which since 1997, with the launch of Tissot Lisboa, pay tribute to your country. "


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Limited and numbered edition of 500 pieces in steel, Tissot Fado is equipped with a manual winding mechanical movement ETA caliber 7040.  


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The display and the back window to have the regulatory body. On the back it has still recorded the image of a Portuguese guitar and the inscription "World Heritage - Fado - Heritage of Humanity." Water resistant to 30 meters. Black leather strap with folding clasp.  
It comes in a kit especially designed for this edition. PVP: 498

The sound of fado is one that you’ll never forget 

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Friday, November 16, 2012

TAG Heuer - Mikrogirder 10000 Awarded the GPHG "Aiguille d'Or" GRAND PRIX




















TAG Heuer - Mikrogirder 10000 Awarded the GPHG "Aiguille d'Or" GRAND PRIX

The TAG Heuer Mikrogirder 10000 has won this year’s Aiguille d’Or, the top prize at the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix ceremonies, and the most coveted distinction in the global watch industry. 

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“We’re absolutely ecstatic,” said Jean-Christophe Babin, TAG Heuer President and CEO.
We’ve won our share of Grand Prix over the years but this is the first time we have been singled out as the best overall watch in all categories.”

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Held each November in the Grand Theatre of Geneva, the “Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Genève” is the equivalent of ”Oscar Night” for the watch industry. The jury-awarded prizes recognize the most outstanding watches of the year in ten categories. 

With this 8th Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Genève award in just 11 years, TAG Heuer confirms its unrivalled mastery of extremely complex timepieces.

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 “We’re very proud of this achievement,” said Jean-Christophe Babin, TAG Heuer President and CEO. “The Mikrogirder represents a new class of watch technology, nothing less than the complete re-invention of the mechanism that has driven mechanical watches for over 300 years.”

The TAG Heuer Mikrogirder Chronograph is a dual-assortment, ultra high-frequency watch. It is the first timepiece ever created with neither a balance wheel nor a hairspring, and is accurate to an unprecedented 5/10,000 or 1/2,000 of a second. It beats 7.2 million times every hour and has a flying central chronograph hand that rotates 20 times per second.
 
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A completely new system regulates the watch: instead of the spiral shape in a classical hairspring, it works with a coupling beam/girder and excitatory beam/girder system and a linear oscillator. Conceived, developed and manufactured in-house in the company’s R&D lab in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, it is the fastest mechanical regulator ever crafted and tested.




























The design is equally stunning--rubber strap with an anthracite dial that looks like a combination of classic Carrera and vintage Heuer stopwatch. The case is assymetrical, slightly rising at an angle at the top part, where the crown and chronograph pushers are located.


























We are grateful to the jury for acknowledging this breakthrough,” said Jean-Christophe Babin.”The Mikrogirder changes the way mechanical energy is generated, stored and regulated. It opens a promising new era in watchmaking, with potentially powerful and energy-sparing new movements precise to ever-smaller fractions of time”.

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Angular Momentum - IRON Pocket Watch or "The Beauty of Iron surfaces"







































Angular Momentum - IRON Pocket Watch or "The Beauty of Iron surfaces" NEW

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Iron Pocket Watch or "The Beauty of Iron surfaces" - Angular Momentum of Switzerland & Manu Propria

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For many years I have been fascinated by beautiful iron objects made by Japanese artisans during the past centuries. Differently to other cultures of the world, Japanese artisans have found their ideal method to prevent iron and steel from rusting while using the rust itself as a protecting surface.

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Doubtless that the creation of beautiful surfaces have met the aesthetic sense of the culture. This method has intensively been executed on sword furniture

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Inspired by this method I have made a pocket watch with an iron case. "Tetsu" Iron pocket watch case, 55.00 mm diameter, rust sealed, sapphire crystal, fitting for cord gold doublee, gold doublee stainless steel back with sapphire crystal. Gold dust and black urushi lacquer on the reverse, historical hand-winding movement caliber FHF 96.

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Gold dust and black urushi lacquer on the reverse, historical hand-winding movement caliber FHF 96.

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The dial urushi lacquer imitating „same“ ray skin. Completely hand made in the atelier

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