Saturday, November 29, 2014

PANERAI – LUMINOR 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback Automatic CERAMICA


OFFICINE PANERAI LUMINOR 1950  3 Days Chrono Flyback Automatic CERAMICA 44mm - PAM00580


THE NEW PANERAI FLYBACK CHRONOGRAPH WITH AUTOMATIC CALIBER P.9100 IS EXECUTED IN BLACK MATT CERAMIC BASED ON ZIRCONIUM OXIDE

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It is a strongly sporting heart which beats within the Luminor 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback Automatic Ceramica, the new Officine Panerai watch in which the classic quality of the design is masterfully integrated with the sophistication of the P.9100 manufacture chronograph movement and with the remarkable technical quality and design of the black ceramic case. 


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The essential lines of the case and dial are faithful to the unmistakable Panerai identity, being unaffected by the existence of the flyback function, which instantly zeroes the chronograph hands and restarts them without it being necessary to stop and zero them first. In the P.9100 calibre the blue chronograph seconds hand and the rhodium plated minute hand are centrally mounted, so that the dial carries only the continuous small seconds counter at nine o’clock, symmetrical with the date window.

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The push-pieces which control the chronograph functions are positioned at 8 o’clock (flyback, reset) and 10 o’clock (start, stop), thus leaving intact the outline of the lever device protecting the crown which helps make the case of the Luminor 1950 water-resistant to 10 bar (equivalent to a depth of about 100 metres).

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The material of the Luminor 1950 case, 44 mm in diameter, is a synthetic ceramic based on zirconium oxide, which is up to five times harder than steel but substantially lighter in weight, as well as exceptionally resistant to scratches, corrosive agents and high temperatures. Technologically it is a very advanced material which is complicated to synthesise. It is created by a long, delicate process which transforms zirconium powder into a black ceramic, with a matt finish, remarkably even and pleasant to the touch. Every component of the case is individually moulded and undergoes successive stages of working and firing, first at a low temperature (about 100 °C) and then at a higher temperature (up to 1500 °C), for about three days.

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The process is concluded with the finishing stage, crucial for ensuring that the dimensions and proportions of all the components are absolutely perfect, culminating in the final bead blasting which gives it an even, matt finish. On the back of the case a large porthole in sapphire crystal reveals the P.9100 manufacture movement, the first chronograph calibre with automatic winding completely developed and made in the Officine Panerai manufacture.

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The calibre has the typical characteristics of a top-ofthe-range chronograph, such as the column wheel and the vertical clutch. It has two spring barrels connected in series which provide a power reserve of three days, a bidirectional rotor which winds the springs of the two barrels, and a variable inertia balance wheel which oscillates at 28,800 vibrations/hour (4 Hz). Fitted with the device for instantly zeroing the seconds, the P.9100 calibre consists of 302 components and is 13¾ lignes in diameter and 8.15 mm thick.

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The Luminor 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback Automatic Ceramica (PAM00580) is supplied with a natural untreated leather strap and a second strap made of rubber.

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The buckle is in titanium, a light, strong, hypo-allergenic material to which a special resistant black coating has been applied so that it matches the appearance of the watch, and it is easily replaceable using the screwdriver supplied.

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TECHINCAL SPECIFICATIONS

 
Model: LUMINOR 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback Automatic CERAMICA – 44mm
 
Reference: PAM00580.

Unique edition of 500 pieces

Movement: 

Automatic mechanical, Panerai P.9100 calibre, executed entirely by Panerai,
• Power reserve of 3 days
• 302 components
• 37 jewels
• 13¾ lignes in diameter
• 8.15 mm thick
• Two spring barrels
• Column wheel
• Vertical clutch
• Oscillation frequency 4 Hz
• Incabloc® anti-shock device 
Functions:  
Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, 
Flyback chronograph, seconds reset.
Case: Diameter 44 mm, black ceramic. 
Back: See - through sapphire crystal
Bezel: Matt black ceramic.
Device protecting the crown: Matt Black Ceramic (protected as a trademark).
Dial:  
Black with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers. 
Date at 3 o’clock, seconds at 9 o’clock, central chronograph seconds and minutes hands.
Crystal: Sapphire, made from corundum, 2.5 mm thick. Anti-reflective coating.
Water-resistance: 10 bar (~ 100 metres).
Strap: 
Calf Assolutamente Dark Brown, Beige, STD, 24/22, BA,
Luminor - Luminor 1950 44mm, Radiomir 1940 45mm.
Buckle: Trapezoidal matt titanium with black coating, 22mm,
Luminor 44-47 mm, Radiomir 45-47-48 mm and Radiomir 1940 47 mm.



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Friday, November 28, 2014

HUBLOT – BIG BANG Unico "Magic Gold" Chronograph Limited Edition














HUBLOTBIG BANG Unico "Magic Gold" Chronograph Limited Edition NEW


This watch features probably the most scratch-resistant gold bezel ever designed: it can only be machined using diamond.

It is the perfect fusion of respect for tradition and 20th century creativity.
Pure Hublot DNA. The fusion of a revolutionary material –the famous Magic Gold, which is the world's only scratch-resistant gold, certified as 18K and developed by Hublot – and the iconic design of the BIG BANG, with its Manufacture Chrono: the UNICO.

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Three years after Hublot unveiled its celebrated Magic Gold - still the only scratch-resistant gold - a noble material protected by patents, certified as 18 carats by the Central Office for Precious Metals Control, and developed by Hublot in Switzerland alongside the prestigious EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), several months of fine-tuning took place in the manufacture to machine the famous alloy.

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Hublot's gold - Magic Gold - is the hardest in the world, and by some margin: it can only be successfully machined using diamond. Its hardness of almost 1000 Vickers eliminates the traditional weak point of gold and its alloys, which are very easily scratched. It is worth noting that "standard" well-designed 18 carat gold is only rated at 400 Vickers, with most hardened steels at around 600 Vickers.

Movement  HUB  1242  UNICO

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Since November 2011, when Magic Gold was unveiled to the world's press, Hublot has equipped itself with the means to produce this material in-house from start to finish thanks to its high-tech foundry at the Nyon Manufacture, which is home to the ceramic sintering and high-pressure metal casting processes.

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As you are probably already aware, this revolutionary material is a fusion of 24 carat gold (nature's ultimate noble material) and the latest high-tech materials expertise. Components made from this material are produced using a complex process: A boron carbide powder is pre-formed in moulds very similar in shape to that of the finished parts, in this case the watch's bezel.

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The pre-formed powder is then hardened at a very high temperature, creating a rigid, porous structure. After this operation, 24K gold alloyed with 3% molten liquid gold is injected under very high pressure with inert gas at a high temperature, allowing the metal to fill the ceramic pores and creating a "fusion" of the two to produce Magic Gold.

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Almost three years of collaboration and research have gone into achieving this impressive result: a completely new type of gold, an almost inalterable precious metal which retains its own characteristics. The first watches made from Magic Gold were presented at BaselWorld2012 in a very limited Big Bang Ferrari edition which reflected the shared DNA of the 2 brands: Exclusivity, innovation and technology.

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Hublot has now decided to produce the Big Bang Unico with a bezel in Magic Gold...naturally. The bezel is indeed one of the components most susceptible to scratches. Its unique, instantly recognisable colour and mechanical properties will be of particular interest to enthusiasts.

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Technical specifications

Reference 411.CM.1138.RX
Case
Diameter: 45.5 mm,
Made from micro-blasted black ceramic with polished sides
Bezel
Polished Magic Gold
6 H-shaped black PVD treated titanium screws, countersunk, polished & locked
Crystal
Sapphire with interior/exterior anti-reflective coating and gilt Hublot logo
Bezel Lugs:   Black composite      
Lateral inserts: Black composite      
Crown    
Black PVD titanium with Hublot logo and black overmoulded rubber      
Push-pieces:  Black PVD  titanium      
Case-back
Sapphire crystal with interior/exterior anti-reflective treatment    
Dial
    Matt black varnished skeleton     
    Red varnished minute track     
    Satin-finished gilt counter ring at 9 o'clock (small second)     
    Satin-finished gilt counter ring at 3 o'clock (chronograph minute)     
    Gilt  plated  indices  with  black  Superluminova™    
Hands    
Satin-finished  gilt  plated  with  black  Superluminova™   
Gilt plated and red varnished chronograph hand    
Movement
 HUB  1242  UNICO  movement  with  black  PVD  treatment,
Developed  and manufactured in-house by Hublot Automatic flyback chronograph with column     
 wheel and double clutch visible on the dial side  
Date: Dark grey window at 3 o'clock      
Oscillating weight: Black PVD coating      
Power reserve: Approximately 72 hours    
Strap material
Structured, ribbed black rubber.
Interchangeable system.
Clasp: Black PVD titanium deployant buckle with black ceramic inserts

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Thursday, November 27, 2014

AUDEMARS PIGUET – Royal Oak Concept Acoustic Reseach – Episode 1





AUDEMARS PIGUETRoyal Oak Concept Acoustic Reseach – Episode 1 NEW


Pre-SIHH 2015

Acoustic Research – Episode 1
The sound awakens

Exceptional engineering and the power of sound merge in one of the most innovative concept watches created by a Swiss haute horlogerie watchmaking house. The result of an in-depth eight-year sound research programme with three patents pending, this new Royal Oak Concept watch, a unique prototype, will be unveiled by Audemars Piguet at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie 2015 (SIHH) in Geneva 

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 A HIGH-DEFINITION ACOUSTIC MASTERPIECE

Engineered within Audemars Piguet’s acoustic research lab, this new Royal Oak Concept is the first chiming watch so acoustically considered as to become a sound concept in its own right. It has been sonically developed through an ongoing acoustic study programme in collaboration with the EPFL (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) and it took three years to transfer that technological study into a watch concept. The result is scientifically defined sonic targets for watchmakers to measure and attain the ‘perfect’ minute repeater sound at a volume level never achieved before.

By applying the principles of stringed instrument making, Audemars Piguet has made a breakthrough in the acoustic quality of chiming watch technology and significantly enhanced sound transmission. In parallel, the Manufacture has innovated to overcome the necessary restrictions of water-resistance, which naturally dampens volume, with creative solutions increasing sound intensity. Finally, to further improve sound perception, Audemars Piguet developed a new – almost silent – striking mechanism regulator. The result? The volume, pitch, tones and harmony of sound in a modern water-resistant minute repeater watch are all scientifically enhanced.

For the first time in the history of chiming wristwatches, this timepiece isn’t a minute repeater simply meant for the confidential use of its wearer. Instead, its unique sound becomes a powerful experience to be shared.

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The family-owned watchmaker took a passionate as well as a technological approach to the study programme, engaging a carefully chosen community of researchers, including watchmakers, artisans, technicians and academics. The inner working of musical instruments was explored by a stringed instrument maker, an esteemed academic of the Geneva conservatory contributed on the subject of perceived sound, and an engineer from EPFL worked to improve sonic quality. Each added to the texture of the research programme, preventing it from becoming a simple academic exercise and highlighting sound as an expressive tool.

This new piece is a milestone in Audemars Piguet’s rich history of creating inventive, masterful and unique concepts: it breaks the rules of chiming watches by mastering sound.


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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

MOVEMENT 
Hand-wound Manufacture movement with minute repeater, 
Tourbillon and columnwheel chronograph 
Total diameter 29.90 mm (13 ¼ lignes) 
Minimal guaranteed power reserve > 48 h 
Frequency of balance wheel 3 Hz (21,600 vibrations / hour) 
CASE 
Titanium case, 
Titanium bezel, titanium push piece guards. 
Diameter: 44 mm 
Water Resistance: 20 m 
DIAL 
Black dial, black counters, 
Royal Oak concept hands with luminescent coating. 
STRAP 
Black rubber with titanium folding buckle 
FUNCTIONS 
Hours and minutes 
Chronograph with central sweep-seconds hand, 
30-minute counter (at 3 o’clock) 
Minute Repeater

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Wednesday, November 26, 2014

MANJAZ – Premium Apollo Skeleton

















MANJAZ – Premium Apollo Skeleton NEW


Manjaz extends an invitation to dive into the mechanics of its latest creation, transforming watchmaking technique into a design feature.

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The beating heart of the watch, its movement is clearly visible thank to the sculptural architecture of the dial mingling lines and curves to accentuate the ethereally light overall impression. A contemporary orchestration of a classically elegant timepiece, Manjaz Premium Apollo Skeleton captures time and showcases it in a resolutely graphic composition.

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Mechanical automatic movement, skeleton SW200 calibre. Hours, minutes, seconds.
Steel case with pink gold PVD-plated bezel and crown. Chestnut brown leather strap.
Indicative retail prices: CHF 1,800.- USD n.a. € n.a.

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Technical specifications

Movement
Mechanical automatic, 
Skeleton SW200 calibre, 
28,000 vib/h, 25 jewels, 
40-hour power reserve
Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds
Case
Steel, 41 mm
Steel bezel and crown, with or without pink gold PVD plating 
Sapphire crystal and back 
Water-resistant to 50 metres
Dial
Structured with grey and silver-toned elements 
Openworked hands 
Three large silver-toned Roman numerals
Bracelet/strap
Chestnut leather or black leather strap, or steel or two-tone steel bracelet with folding clasp

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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

A. Lange & Söhne – RICHARD LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary”














A. Lange & SöhneLANGE 1  “20th Anniversary”

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20 Limited Edition sets of A. Lange & Söhne’s design icon

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On the occasion of the 20th birthday of the LANGE 1, the eminent Saxon brand presents the LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary” watch set. It consists of the LANGE 1 and the LITTLE LANGE 1. The two models symbolise the significance of spending time together. The design of the two watches is gracefully balanced, like two harmonising voices in a duet. 

 A. Lange & Sohne – RICHARD LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary”

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Every big event has a magic moment. The introduction of the LANGE 1 at the presentation of A. Lange & Söhne’s first wristwatch collection in Dresden on 24 October 1994 was such a moment. Those who attended the event will have noticed its historical significance. With its striking design, technical innovations such as the outsize date and the three-day movement as well as the perfection with which it was crafted, it became the face of the brand and the benchmark for many further developments.

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The manufactory is commemorating the 20th anniversary with five limited-edition watch pairs consisting of the Lange 1 and the Little Lange 1, equipped with guilloched golden dials. Both models incorporate Lange’s L901.0 manufacture calibre.

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By coincidence, the movement has as many parts as a year has days – 365. The watches differ in diameter: 38.5 millimetres for the Lange 1 and 36.1 millimetres for the Little Lange 1. The ladies’ model features a precious bezel set with 64 brilliant-cut diamonds.

A. Lange & Sohne – RICHARD Little LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary”

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The sets are available in the following case/dial combinations: platinum/black, platinum/rhodié, white-gold/blue, pink-gold/argenté and pink-gold/black. Each of these different sets of the LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary” is limited to 20 pairs as expressed by the hand-engraved “20” on the balance cock.

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Monday, November 24, 2014

Ulysse Nardin – MARINE Lady DIVER Gold



Ulysse NardinMARINE Lady DIVER Gold NEW

Lady Diver in gold – with grace and substance

A picture of elegance in sport, appearing exquisite in any situation the Lady Diver leaves nothing to be desired.

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A fine jewelry watch and reliable diving instrument, the Lady Diver is self-winding with the UN-815 caliber steering the hours, minutes and seconds, as well as the date at the 6 o’clock position. She has a power reserve of 42 hours and is water resistant to 100 meters.

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The Lady Diver is offered in 18-karat gold and accompanied by a durable rubber strap ideal for endless activity.

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Inspired by all things marine, Ulysse Nardin’s journey in haute horology began on the sea. Decade after decade, the manufacturer shares its passion for the ocean through its timepieces, and the iconic Lady Diver is no exception, boasting a nautical past paired with modern femininity.

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Technical Specifications

Reference: 8156-180E-3C/10 Cool White dial rubber strap

Reference: 8156-180E-3C/12 Smoky Black dial rubber strap

Movement:
Caliber 11½" UN-815
Power reserve: Approximately 42 hours
Winding: Self-winding
Functions:
Hours, minutes, seconds
Date positioned at 6 o’clock
Case:
18 ct Rose Gold
Dial: Black/ White dial, 12 diamonds
Diameter: 40 mm
Bezel: Unidirectional rotating bezel, 12 diamonds
Crown: Screw-down security crown
Total Diamonds: 54 diam, 0.685 ct
Water-resistance: 100 m
Crystal: Anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Case-back: sapphire crystal
Strap:
Exclusive rubber strap and deployant clasp.
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Saturday, November 22, 2014

VACHERON CONSTANTIN – TRADITIONNELLE Platinum Ultra Thin Automatic














VACHERON CONSTANTIN Traditionelle Platinum Ultra Thin Automatic Calibre 1120 NEW



A Celebration of Technical Excellence at the Grand Opening of Vacheron Constantin Boutique in ION Orchard Singapore

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From left: Mr Dominique Bernaz, Retail Director of Vacheron Constantin, His Excellency Thomas Kupfer, Ambassador of Switzerland to Singapore, Mr Julien Tornare, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Asia Pacific, Mr Chris Chong CEO of Orchard Turn Developments and Ms Ellen Sorensen, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Southeast Asia
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7 November 2014 - Vacheron Constantin, the world’s oldest Haute Horlogerie manufacture with almost 260 years of uninterrupted history, celebrated the grand opening of its latest boutique in ION Orchard, Singapore. The opening ceremony was officiated by Mr Julien Tornare, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Asia Pacific, in the presence of His Excellency Thomas Kupfer, Ambassador of Switzerland to Singapore and Mr Chris Chong, CEO of Orchard Turn Developments.

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On the occasion of the grand opening, Vacheron Constantin presented The Sound of Time, a special exhibition dedicated to striking timepieces throughout the Maison’s history.

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The Sound of Time Exhibition


Upon arrival, guests were able to discover an 1812 red gold quarter-repeater pocket watch with an enamel dial testifying to this longstanding tradition, and the new Patrimony Ultra-Thin Calibre 1731, the thinnest manual-winding minute repeater timepiece, along with seventeen other antique striking timepieces from Vacheron Constantin Museum.

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Supporting creativity is an intrinsic value of Vacheron Constantin and a guiding principle behind the company’s many activities ever since the founder Jean-Marc Vacheron opened his workshop in Geneva in 1755.

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An interactive digital art installation within the exhibition – The Minute Repeater, An ECAL and Vacheron Constantin Project, showcased the result of an excellent partnership between Vacheron Constantin and the students from ECAL – Ecole Cantonale d'Art de Lausanne, and their interpretation on the components of the minute repeater timepiece.

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The Minute Repeater, An ECAL and Vacheron Constantin Project

Following the exhibition tour, guests were invited to discover the new boutique, where they witnessed the world premiere of some exceptional creations, including the Métier d’Art Hommage a l’Art de la Danse 2014 and the new Traditionnelle timepiece in Platinum. Guests also had the chance to see Vacheron Constantin’s in-house watchmaker at work.

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The Minute Repeater, An ECAL and Vacheron Constantin Project

Also, for the first time in Asia, Vacheron Constantin presented a selection of vintage timepieces at its new Singapore boutique in ION Orchard, known as Vacheron Constantin Les Collectionneurs. Les Collectionneurs will be available for purchase, giving collectors another avenue to acquire vintage Vacheron Constantin timepieces. Each Les Collectionneurs timepiece will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Geneva-based Manufacturer.

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The exclusive collection may be viewed within the Flagship’s Heritage Room, a VIP area which incorporates contemporary elements into the traditional design through an architectural perspective that reveals the brand’s constant search for excellence and aesthetic perfection.

Guests were then escorted to experience a gastronomic voyage in the art gallery at Ion Orchard. The gallery was dramatically illuminated and animated to celebrate the grand opening of the new Singapore boutique.

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Gala Dinner Setting

During the welcome speech, Mr Julien Tornare, Managing Director of Vacheron Constantin Asia Pacific, highlighted the Maison’s long-standing heritage to embrace the art of watchmaking excellence with a strong dedication to exceptional quality and commitment to artistic creativity. The evening concluded with the highlight of a special performance by renowned glass harpist Mr Robert Tiso, who was specially flown in from Milan for the event.

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Glass Harpist, Mr Robert Tiso

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A TRADITIONNELLE MODEL
EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE SINGAPORE BOUTIQUE

Vacheron Constantin presents a new Traditionnelle model. This supremely elegant timepiece is distinguished by its 950 platinum case, its opaline silver-toned dial and its baguette-cut diamond hour-markers. This timepiece will be exclusively presented at the inauguration of the Singapore ION Orchard boutique.

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The Traditionnelle watch is heir to a longstanding watchmaking tradition and pays tribute to longstanding expertise acquired over a period of almost 260 years by the Manufacture Vacheron Constantin. A case middle with clear- cut lines, a slender bezel, a knurled motif surrounding the screw-down case-back fitted with a sapphire crystal, dauphine hands: the Traditionnelle watch forcefully displays its classic and timeless character.

The original chapter ring entirely set with baguette-cut diamonds totalling approximately 0.3 carats becomes a style feature that puts the watch firmly on-trend.

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This timepiece meets the demanding requirements of the Hallmark of Geneva – the highest benchmark in the field of Haute Horlogerie testifying to the quality, craftsmanship and reliability of an exceptional timepiece produced within the territory of the Canton of Geneva.

At the heart of its case ticks the ultra-thin self-winding 1120 movement. Developed and produced in- house by Vacheron Constantin, it beats at a frequency of 2.75 Hz (19,800 vibrations/hour) and has an approximately 40-hour power reserve. Its finishing and construction are a testament to its finely crafted nature. Not only are the main flat surfaces of the movement adorned with a meticulous “Côtes de Genève” motif, but all their sharp angles are bevelled and hand-polished – as too are the screw heads.

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To accommodate this demonstration of mechanical virtuosity in the style it deserves, Vacheron Constantin created the 950 platinum case of its new Traditionnelle model based on two criteria that are rarely associated. While the elegantly slender profile is akin to a classical design, the 41 mm diameter lends it a resolutely contemporary dimension. Finally, the exhibition case-back is fitted with a sapphire crystal providing a chance to admire the movement as well as its openworked Maltese cross-shaped oscillating weight.

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Setting the perfect finishing touch to this model, Vacheron Constantin has equipped its new Traditionnelle with dark blue Mississippiensis alligator leather secured by a 950 platinum pin buckle.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Model: TRADITIONNELLE Platinum Ultra Thin Automatic Calibre 1120
Reference: 43076/000P-9875
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece
Only available in Vacheron Constantin Boutiques

Movement
  • Caliber 1120 Ultra-thin
  • Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
  • Mechanical, self-winding
  • 28.40 mm (12’’’ ½) diameter
  • 2.45 mm thick
  • Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
  • 2.75 Hz (19,800 vibrations/hour)
  • 144 components
  • 36 jewels
Indications
  • Hours
  • Minutes
Case
Platinum 950
41 mm diameter, 7.26 mm thick
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 meters)
Dial
Silvered opaline
Baguette-cut hour-markers
Strap
Dark blue Mississippiensis alligator leather with alligator
leather inner shell, hand-stitched, saddle-finish, large square scales
Buckle: 
Platinum 950 buckle
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped
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