LOUIS MOINET – IMPULSION Chronograph Tourbillon Edition

 

LOUIS MOINET – Mechanical Wonders IMPULSION Chronograph Tourbillon Gold Edition 2023

   IMPULSION
The greatest show on your wrist !

Abraham-Louis Breguet and Louis Moinet were close friends and key figures in watchmaking. The former invented the tourbillon, the latter the chronograph. 

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Today, Les Ateliers Louis Moinet draws on a veritable wellspring of modern creativity that has succeeded in integrating these two high complications in a new mantel, one that generates strong emotions.

The project

The idea of combining a chronograph with a tourbillon is not entirely new. What does differentiate this timepiece from previous creations is its original and bold character. The first idea was to make the chronograph mechanism entirely visible on the dial side, a world premiere, in fact. The magic of a tourbillon was then added.

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The result is impressive, a remarkable spectacle and a feast for the eyes. A single pusher activates the chronograph hand, which ticks away the seconds and sails over the rotating flying tourbillon, whose off-centre cage does one revolution per minute.

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This creation was named IMPULSION, a word that highlights the energy that transfers life to the chronograph and the tourbillon and coalesces the two visual effects to produce a full-fledged “show” as it were.

Genesis

At the heart of the IMPULSION is the in-house Memoris calibre. It bears the Louis Moinet DNA, with its column wheel, classic horizontal clutch, and a single pusher. So, we made sure these characteristics would be maintained.

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However, it is easier said than done. The movement is made up of 301 parts, many of which had to be completely designed from scratch and manufactured. Incorporating the tourbillon required significant innovations, for example, in terms of energy creation:

1) The ”volte-face” double spring barrel
To ensure sufficient energy, the automatic winding system had to be replaced by a manual double-barrel winding system. The system is called "volte-face" because the two barrels are arranged upside down in series. They release their energy at the same time, delivering a power reserve of ninety-six hours.

2) Technical and aesthetic outcome
The innovation is coupled with outstanding performance by the complex mechanisms. All in all, it produces beautiful mechanical art never seen before.

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The three-dimensional architecture of the two powerful mechanisms is expressed on the wrist thanks to the high-end finishing by Louis Moinet craftsmen in collaboration with our traditional partner Concepto. The watch is assembled in our own workshops in Les Breuleux, in the Swiss Jura Mountains. It is signed Moinet, independent watchmaker.

A new case

The IMPULSION comes in a case that was custom-designed to underscore the originality of its character.

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The technical and aesthetic design is unique. The heart of the case houses and protects the movement. Not surprisingly, it is made of grade 5 titanium, a material with the best strength to weight ratio. Its lightness naturally contributes to the comfort of the wearer. The case core is available in Moinet blue or intense black, which contrasts harmoniously with the frame cut in 18-carat pink gold. The hollowed-out lugs and the case middle are as much a part of the Moinet stylistic vocabulary as the quest for minimal weight.

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 A particularly evocative detail is the curved crystal, which reveals the power of the mechanism and optimises the reading of the chronograph indications. 

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As for the chronograph counters, they are disposed in such a way as to blend in smoothly and allow for rapid reading.

Limited edition

Only twenty-eight pieces of the reference LM-114.40.20 will be released by the Louis Moinet workshop in Saint-Blaise. A confidential number, which means that only twenty-eight owners will guard these treasures.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection: Mechanical Wonders Edition

Model:  IMPULSION Chronograph Tourbillon Edition

 Limited editions     

• 3 watches       Artist’s proof
• 28 watches     Black dial | Onyx cage bridge
• 28 watches     Aventurine mainplate

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Reference LM-114.40.20

CASE
Material :   18 K 5N rose gold |  Grade 5 titanium in blue, Moinet or black.
Diameter :   42.50mm
Water resistance   30 metres
MOVEMENT
Memoris calibre Flying tourbillon Chronograph

Functions:    Hours | Minutes | Seconds | Flying tourbillon | Chronograph with 60-seconds and minutes counter
Complication:   Flying tourbillon |Mono-pusher chronograph with column wheel control
Type:    Manual winding, double spring barrel
Oscillations:  28,800 vibrations/hour
Jewels: 36
Power reserve: 96 hours
STRAP
Material: Blue/Black alligator leather with blue top stitching
Clasp: Triple-blade folding clasp with fine adjustment

Fine adjustment | Curved "Fleur de Lys"

 

🔰  Limited Edition: of ✅only 28 pieces

🔴 Price:  Rose Gold  $ 151,000 USD / 141,290 EUR 💰

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Baume & Mercier – HAMPTON 2023

 

Baume & Mercier – HAMPTON Automatic and Quartz watch 2023

 

THE HAMPTON COLLECTION, 
OR THE ARTISTIC HERITAGE OF BAUME & MERCIER

By symbolically breaking with the aesthetic codes of the times and revolutionizing the steel shape watch upon its launch in 1994, the Baume & Mercier Hampton Collection and its famous rectangular case superbly illustrate the transmission of designer spirit which has characterized the Brand since it was founded. 

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The visionary intuition and artistic watchmaking approach of Paul Mercier – who partnered with the watchmaker William Baume in 1918 – lasted long after Mercier’s departure from the Brand in 1937. His successors carried on the work that he had begun, pursuing the legacy through different collections and variations thereon: ensuring that form and function correspond, upholding Swiss watchmaking savoir-faire, and asserting a strong, free, bold visual distinctiveness.

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The three new Hampton models that Baume & Mercier presents today also carry that identity forward. Three versions express it through their luminous, subtly crafted blue dials: a self-winding version, a ladies’ gem-set jewelry version, and a very architectural steel version with an integrated three-row strap.

The majestically graphic rectangle

The Hampton Collection is one of the most illustrious timepieces in watchmaking. Its delicate case takes the form of a very studied rectangle with a streamlined profile, rounded corners, and curved lugs. The proportions are slender and harmonious. The eye is captured by the flowing movement and formal balance of its contours, the careful attention brought to its details, and the proud, architecture-inspired vertical orientation. The design is based on perfect proportions with respect to the golden reference, symbolized by the Greek letter Phi which Baume & Mercier chose as its emblem in 1964. Since then, the Brand has passed down its savoir-faire built around this structural aesthetic principle.

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Inspired by an iconic 1960s model, the Hampton’s 1920s Art Deco style lends itself to all sorts of variations which are particularly flattered by its rectangular shape: a case in steel or gold; a dial available in a very broad color scheme, both simple and diamond-set; a strap in leather or steel, available in classic and bright colors, integrated, interchangeable, with a simple or wraparound design. For men and women alike, it is the epitome of watch elegance, and it adapts to the trends.

The gradual intensity of blue dials

Two of the new models feature an intense blue dial with refined finishes, each in its own tone.

A sun-satin opaline blue dial adorns the self-winding model M0A10732. Great attention is brought to the distribution of light, which illuminates the dial and brightens the center, scattering into exquisitely fine rays within the rectangle bordered by the hour and minute display. This optical effect and the recurrence of the geometric shape within the dial bring life and movement to the timepiece.

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The deeper blue of model M0A10709 evokes the immensity of the night sky. Shades of midnight blue ranging from light to dark subtly brighten the dial. The sun-satin effect plays on the reflections of the light, which varies with the viewing angle and the wrist position.

HAMPTON M0A10732

The sun-satin opaline blue dial is adorned with rhodium-plated, riveted Arabic numerals and hour indexes, as well as a black minute track. 

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The “glaive” hands are also rhodium-plated. The correspondingly rectangular case, with its elegant proportions – 43 x 27.5 mm and 9.95 mm thick – is crafted in polished stainless steel. It is protected by a scratch-resistant domed sapphire crystal. The sapphire crystal case back is fastened by four screws. It may be personalized with an engraving.

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This model is mounted on a blue alligator strap with square scales and tone-on-tone over stitching. It is interchangeable without the need for tools thanks to a very reliable spring bar system. It features a triple folding buckle with security push-pieces.

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This watch displays the hours, minutes and seconds. It is powered by a self-winding movement with exquisite finishes: a circular-grained bridge, a sand-blasted and snailed baseplate, and an oscillating weight adorned with “Côtes de Genève” and snailed decorations. It offers a 38-hour power reserve and water-resistance to 5 ATM (approx. 50m).

HAMPTON M0A10709

With its gem-set midnight blue dial, this precious ladies’ model has the elegance of a gala celebration. It may also be worn by day, thanks to the restraint of the pure lines that are characteristic of the collection and indeed all Baume & Mercier timepieces, none of which are ostentatious. Balance and harmony are also expressed through this decorative minimalism.

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The sophisticated dial is adorned with riveted, rhodium-plated indexes set with four brilliant-cut diamonds (Top Wesselton diamonds, VS quality, 0.01 ct) at 6 o’clock and 12 o’clock, as well as rhodium-plated “glaive” hands. The minute track is blue.

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The emblematic rectangular case in polished stainless steel is set with 28 brilliant-cut diamonds (Top Wesselton, VS quality, 0.35 ct), gracefully aligned on either side of the dial to better flatter it. A scratch-proof domed sapphire crystal protects it. The jewelry inspiration and depth of color extend to the steel crown in a cabochon shape, set with a synthetic blue spinel. The case back is solid and may be engraved.

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The size of the case is perfectly suited to a woman’s wrist with ideal proportions: 35 x 22.2 mm and a thickness of 6.92 mm. This new Hampton offers casual refinement.

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Just as elegant, the shiny midnight blue alligator strap features square scales, tone-on-tone overstitching, and a pin buckle. It is interchangeable and may be removed without the need for tools thanks to a reliable spring bar system.

The timepiece indicates the hours and minutes, and is powered by a quartz movement with an eight-year autonomy. It is water-resistant to 5 ATM (approx. 50m).

HAMPTON M0A10740

The rectangular shape of this timepiece reveals a harmonious rhythm that is both uniform and filled with contrasts, featuring subtle alternations of steel, gray and white; polished and satin-finished surfaces; and vertical and horizontal lines along the strap.

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At the center of the dial, the rectangular shape appears again, stretching from one end to the other of the rhodium-plated “glaive” hands. It extends all along the gray minute track to the perimeter of the dial, reaching the inner tips of the riveted, rhodium-plated Arabic numerals and indexes. The opaline white that delicately adorns the dial highlights each detail of this sought-after graphic composition.

The case enhances this sculptural effect with its pure lines. In polished stainless steel with dimensions of 43 x 27.5 mm and a thickness of 8.65 mm, it is protected by a scratch-resistant domed sapphire crystal. The solid case back is fastened with four screws and may be engraved.

The new integrated strap, made up of three rows of links in satin-polished stainless steel, is an extension of the architectural dynamic based on the principle of perfect balance, for a simple, stylish, flowing effect.  It is designed with a new trim for more comfort. The triple folding buckle is equipped with security push-pieces.

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This model displays the hours and minutes and is powered by a quartz movement with an eight-year autonomy. It is water-resistant to 5 ATM (approx. 50m).

The rectangular case of the Hampton Collection continues to push back the limits of creativity. The graphic, chromatic and precious effects brought to the new models magnificently bring perspective to its structural and aesthetic foundations, derived from the world of design.

Informations :

Model: HAMPTON 10732

 
Movement
Swiss Made BM 72671
Automatic, self-winding 
Frequency:    4Hz (28,800 vph)
Number of Rubies:  25
Power reserve: up to 38 hours
Case
Stainless steel case
Shape:  Rectangular
Size
Width: 27.5 mm x Length: 43.0 mm
Thickness:  9.95 mm
Material And Finishes:  Polished stainless steel
Screw-in sapphire crystal case back
Water resistance: Up to a pressure of 5 bar (50 m)
Glass:  Sapphire crystal, anti-reflective on one side
Dial
Midnight blue
Hands: rhodium-plated “glaive” swords hands
Strap
Material:  Shiny blue alligator strap
Buckle:  Pin buckle, Sand-blasted finishes 

 

 🔴 Price:   US $ 2,700 

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Model: HAMPTON 10709 💎Diamond-Set
Model: HAMPTON 10740

 

Movement
Swiss Made BM 7057
Quartz
Number of Rubies:  4
Case
Stainless steel case
Shape:  Rectangular
Fixed bezel in stainless steel is set with 💎28 brilliant-cut diamonds 

(Top Wesselton, VS quality, 0.35 ct)
Width: 22.2 mm x Length: 34.9 mm
Thickness:  6.65 mm
Material And Finishes:  Polished stainless steel
Screw-in sapphire crystal case back
Water resistance: Up to a pressure of 5 bar (50 m)
Glass:  Sapphire crystal, anti-reflective on one side
Dial
Midnight blue, Opaline white
Hands: rhodium-plated “glaive” swords hands
Strap
Material: Steel, Polished satin-finished / Shiny blue alligator strap
Buckle:  Pin buckle, Sand-blasted finishes

 Availability: June 2023

🔴  Price:   US $ 2,000 / $ 3,250  💰 
 

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