Linde Werdelin – Oktopus Volcano Titanium Exclusive Edition

LINDE WERDELIN – Oktopus Volcano Titanium Exclusive Edition

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Inspired by the toughest terrain and crafted with the strongest material, this limited edition series of 8 is the most dramatic collaboration between LW and master engraver and artist Johnny Dowell yet.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

The outer case, comprised of titanium and 24kt gold inlay, is covered in an intricate lava and ash engraving representing an active volcano.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Taking a year in design and production, each timepiece in this series has undergone its own unique engraving and blackening process over several weeks. The tiny variations in the engraving of each piece means that all 8 are truly one of a kind wearable works of art.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

From volcanic heights to deepest seas, this high spec watch is beautiful but built for adventure and offers water-resistance to a depth of 300 metres.

Creativity and Craftsmanship

The Oktopus Volcano is a watch transformed into a fiery piece of active lava and ash.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Born from a collaboration with Johnny Dowell, an artist and master engraver, each of the 8 timepieces has very slight variations in design due to the hand engraving technique and therefore each piece is unique from each other and from others in the watch making industry.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

The intricate engraving process for each piece takes many weeks, from planning the layout of the watch to engraving and inlaying the 24kt gold and finally creating the blackened effect. The details are created with a very fine cut done under a microscope or magnifying loop requiring extreme focus and patience.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

It is the most dramatic collaboration with Dowell yet, and forms a trio with the previous two limited editions Oktopus Reef and Oktopus Crazy Universe, representing the deep sea, outer space, and volcanic rock respectively.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

DIAL DESIGN

The unique case material and design reflects the boiling and cooling off of a volcano in action - the gold representing molten rock, the titanium the ash and the blackening the cooling lava, transporting its wearers to the harshest environments on earth.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

MOVEMENT

The Oktopus Double Date Series is a Big Date Complication, crafted with a custom made automatic movement in collaboration with Dubois Depraz, a renowned 118 year old family-owned complications maker who is highly recognised as one of the best in the industry.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

-------------------------------------------

Technical Specifications

Collection Oktopus

Model: Oktopus Volcano

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Numbered Series - Limited series of 8 pieces

DIAL
Two tone dial
The unique material and design in Linde Werdelin
Five-layer skeletonised dial
Réhaut and top dial: black, circular satin finish
Lower dial: black, circular Côte de Genève finish
Hands in titanium; satin finish, cool grey Luminova
Large numerals 3, 6 and 9 in gold with black frames
Hour indexes and logo in cool grey Luminova
Double Date
Skeletonised date wheels visible at 12 o’clock
Titanium wheels treated with rose gold

CASE
Three-part case construction; titanium grade 2; microbille finishing.
Engraved by Johnny 'KingNerd' Dowell, 24kt gold inlayed into the engraving​.
Sapphire crystal, anti-reflective on the inside
BEZEL
Black ceramic; satin on top surface; polished facet; microbillé in grooves. 

Titanium screws with circular satin finish; black tension discs
CROWN  Titanium grade 2
BACK Titanium grade 2

Engraved with a multi-layer lava motif; circular satin finish
Dimensions     44mm (w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h)
Water Resistance 300 m
Movement
Mechanical Automatic Chronograph
Bespoke LW calibre 14580 Dubois Depraz
Power reserve: 44 hours
Balance frequency: 28,800 vph, 4Hz
Jewels: 23
Strap    
Interchangeable natural rubber strap in black,
with satin titanium ardillion buckle in Linde Werdelin

EDITION
Limited Edition series of only 8 pieces.

-------------------------------------------
----------------------------------------------
www.facebook.com - LWuniverse
---------------------------------------------------------------------
www.LindeWerdelin.com

MAURICE LACROIX – AIKON Quartz Chronograph Strava Edition

MAURICE LACROIX – AIKON Quartz Chronograph Strava Steel 44 Limited Edition - 2020

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Lead From The Front

Maurice Lacroix has created a new AIKON model, limited to just 500 pieces, which is perfectly in tune with an active lifestyle. This overtly sporty chronograph has a black sun brushed dial incorporating three snailed counters. It delivers chronometric precision, courtesy of its quartz movement, and fea- tures a cutting carbon-effect leather strap. This contemporary chronograph is ideally suited for those competitive individuals who like to lead from the front.

Strive To Achieve

Housed in a stainless steel black PVD case, measuring 44mm in diameter, this AIKON exhibits a stealthy appearance and an overtly sporty character. The black sun brushed dial features three contrasting snailed counters, two of which are framed with circular brushed rings, delivering a high quotient of eye-appeal. These counters include a 30-minute counter at 9 o’clock, a 1/10 second counter at 12 o’clock and a small seconds display located at 6 o’clock. The latter counter also includes a date indication. The hour and minute hands are rhodium plated and incorporate white SLN. Light blue hues enrich the central chronograph seconds hand, chronograph registers and the minute track, imbuing the dial with tasteful bursts of colour.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Consistent with other AIKON models, the bezel features the brand’s iconic six-arm design. The chronograph pushers are positioned close to the crown and crown protector, delivering a neat design, sporty aesthetic and masculine appearance. At the heart of this limited-edition model is a quartz movement, eliminating the need for regular winding. After all, nothing should distract the wearer from achieving their goal. In addition, this movement delivers chronometric precision, an essential requirement for those who lead from the front.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Completing the watch’s high-performance look is a black calf leather strap, incorporating light blue stitching and exhibiting a carbon-like appearance. This strap features the company’s intuitive ‘easy strap exchange’ system, providing owners with the opportunity to alter the appearance of their watch without the need for any tools. Furthermore, the strap incorporates the brand’s stylish ‘M’ logo and is paired with a butterfly buckle in stainless steel black PVD.

This limited-edition AIKON invites the wearer to press the pusher, explore their limits and strive to achieve.

Success Breeds Success

Maurice Lacroix has frequently enjoyed the sweet taste of success. In the 1990s, the Calypso was the brand’s bestselling model. This model provided the inspiration for the AIKON, another watch that has enjoyed huge commercial success.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

There are features common to all versions of the watch: the integrated water-resistant case, the flat sapphire crystal, the now iconic six-arm bezel and the M logo gracing all leather straps. Most notably, there is a palpable sense of quality. The dials exude luxury while polished and satin-brushed surfaces are skillfully juxtaposed. These are just some of the reasons which reinforce Maurice Lacroix’s reputation for delivering an impressive quality-price ratio.

Always Faster With Maurice Lacroix Running Club #MLRC

In connection with this launch, Maurice Lacroix created #MLRC Running Club, a sporting challenge realized in collaboration with the popular Strava application. Runners are invited to participate in monthly challenges with the possibility of winning this watch. Building on the success of #chaseyourwatch and #Timecode, two online games which enjoyed huge global success, Maurice Lacroix is pleased to unveil its latest challenge, #MLRC. Maurice Lacroix has always appealed to ambitious, driven individuals.

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

With this in mind, the Swiss brand has collaborated with Strava, one of the most popular running application in the world. From March 2020 until the advent of the Tokyo Olympic Games 2020 there will be one challenge per month. Each challenge will be presented by Maurice Lacroix’s coach and friend, the Swiss sprinter, Sarah Atcho. Successful participants can win an array of prizes, including promotion codes on E-Commerce, the new AIKON Quartz Chronograph 44mm #MLRC.

----------------------------------------
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model:  AIKON Quartz Chronograph Strava

Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO

Reference    AI1018-PVB01-337-1

Case
Stainless steel black PVD
Diameter: 44 mm
Height:    11.00 mm
Case setting:    no
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Movement
Quartz Chronograph
Functions
Hours, minutes.                                     

• Small seconds at 6 o'clock.  
• Date at 6 o'clock.

Chronograph:                                                                                                   
Chronograph second indicated on central hand.

• 30-minute counter at 9 o'clock
• 1/10 second counter at 12 o'clock

Dial
Black sun brushed
Snailed counters and circular brushed rings 
Indexes:   Rhodium plated
Hands:   Rhodium plated, white SLN
Chronograph counters and second light blue
Strap / Bracelet
Black calf leather ; light blue stitching
Buckle    Butterfly in stainless steel black PVD

Warranty: 2 years

Limitation
Limited Edition  to only 500 pieces

#BeYourAIKON

------------------------------------
Press release – 2020
-------------------------------------
---------------------------
International PR Manager
Lucie Notari
Phone +41 78 638 70 09
lucie.notari@mauricelacroix.com
--------------------------------------
Maurice Lacroix S. A.
Thurgauerstrasse 40
CH-8050 Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 209 11 11
Fax +41 (0)44 209 12 52
info@mauricelacroix.com
-------------------------------------------------------------
www.facebook.com - MauriceLacroix
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
www.MauriceLacroix.com