TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Gant Park Avenue American fashion house Gant introduced a watch collection 4 years ago. Their latest is the Park Avenue line of classically inspired watches. Movement is a Swiss made Ronda quartz caliber 763, with 5 jewels. The case, measuring 38mm, is rose gold plated and is water resistant to 50 meters. The dial can be had in silver or black with a Hardlex mineral crystal that is AR coated. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Nomos Tangomat Automatic NOMOS Glashütte has constructed and manufactured its first automatic movement. The Tangomat will be available in stores in the fall NOMOS Glashütte is a manufacture. The youngest of the Glashütte watch manufacturers is now bringing automatic watches to the market. The movement was completely developed at NOMOS Glashütte and produced in-house. This represents the last step needed for the company to become a manufacture. Within just one good year, Mirko Heyne, a 29-year-old NOMOS watchmaker, designed and developed this milestone. Not calculated in this amount of time is the test phase, which will begin in April 2005: 250 watches, 125 with and 125 without date, will from then on undergo the trials and tribulations of everyday wear by interested parties for four months before the test results finally make the watch officially ready for the market. A specialty of NOMOS: The centered rotor is made of one piece heavy metal. Its radius is larger than the radius of comparable components in other automatic watches, and for this reason the automatic NOMOS watches’ winding performance is exceptionally good. This watch is very cleanly made and can already now be said to be extremely robust and reliable. The subsidiary seconds are an element that will remain on NOMOS’ automatic watches. Advantage: This style is more legible than sweep seconds. In addition, the watch remains flatter because there are only two hands that need to be piled on the arbor in the middle of the dial, not three. Another well-known NOMOS characteristic is the sapphire crystal case back, a component that is especially important on the new watch. One not only sees how the movement ticks and winds, one can also find the NOMOS construction bearing the beautiful name Wippbewegungsgleichrichter (“teeter motion rectifier”) and a duplex wheel with a loose clutch. In the spring barrel a slipping clutch takes care that the mainspring doesn’t block when it is fully tensioned. So that it doesn’t experience too much wear and tear – many automatic movements run the risk of too much wear and tear – Heyne very simply adjusted the rotor and its weight exactly to the mainspring. Thus, the rotor moves more slowly when the spring is fully tensioned. And, naturally, the movement includes the Glashütte three-quarter plate, Glashütte click, Triovis fine adjustment, sunburst decoration on crown and duplex wheels, Langeleist perlage, Glashütte ribbing, and tempered blue countersunk screws. It’s all there. The automatic caliber developed by NOMOSmeasures 34.65 mm. The balance is much larger than those of many comparable calibers. A large movement also means great rate precision, according to the rule. And the prototype’s rate precision lay under one minute deviation per week. The height is a low 4.3 mm, making the automatic movement’s height-width ratio especially favorable. Mirko Heyne is the designer of NOMOS’ first autonomous movement. He is 29 years old and had an apprenticeship at Lange & Söhne. MSRP will be between 1,500 and 1,800 Euros. That makes it just about fifty percent more expensive than the manually wound classic Tangente. Inside the watch, however, almost twice as many parts see to the watch ticking properly. There are seven frame parts instead of four, 15 new wheels, and a completely new winding mechanism outfitted with rotor and ball bearings. NOMOS was founded in 1990. It employs 28 watchmakers, 2 research & development/technology staff, 9 mechanics, 3 workmen, 11 administrative staff, and 1 trainee. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Chopard L.U.C. Lunar One Movement is the Chopard automatic double-barrel caliber LUC 96QP with 32 jewels (354 parts). It is chronometer-certified by the COSC and carries the “Poincon de Geneve” quality hallmark. Power-reserve is over 70 hours. The case, in 18kt rose gold or in platinum, measures 40.5mm X 11.4mm and is water resistant to 30 meters. The crystal and display back are sapphire with AR coating. There are two limited editions of 250 pieces, one in 18kt rose gold and another in platinum. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Chopard L.U.C. Twist The LUC Twist is equipped with a decentralized sub-seconds hand. Movement is the Chopard automatic LUC 1.96 caliber with 29 jewels and which is chronometer-certified by the COSC and carries the “Poincon de Geneve” quality hallmark. It has a power-reserve of approximately 70 hours. The case, in 18kt white gold, measures 39mm X 10mm and is water resistant to 30 meters. The crystal is sapphire as is the display back. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Hublot Big Bang Chronograph Under the leadership of Jean-Claude Biver, Hublot is introducing at Baselworld 2005 the Big Bang chronograph. The case, in 18kt rose or white gold, measures 44.5mm. Movement is the Jaquet automatic caliber 8144 with a 42 hour power reserve. The movement includes a circular-grained bottom-plate, polished satin-finish bridges with chamfered edges, black PVD screws and an oscillating weight sporting the Hublot color scheme, made entirely of Tungsten and given a dimpled finish, also treated in black PVD. The dial is stamped carbon and has an enlarged bezel in ceramic now adorned with 6 sunken screws, polished and blocked with ‘H’-shaped slots. It features double sapphire crystals with AR coating. It is water resistant to 100 meters. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Tissot PRS 516 Automatic Chronograph Tissot’s PRS (Particularly Robust and Sporty) collection was first launched in 2004 in the form of an automatic time-only and a quartz chronograph. Now for Baselworld 2005, the PRS 516 is equipped with an automatic chronograph movement (ETA 7750). The case, in stainless steel, measures 41mm and is water resistant to 100 meters. The crystal is sapphire and the display back is mineral. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W B r a n d - Pierre DeRoche Based in Le Lieu, in the Valle de Joux, Pierre DeRoche’s first timepiece is the SplitRock chronograph. The mechanism displays the time measured on a single counter thanks to three concentric hands (hours, minutes and seconds). Movement is the automatic PDR 4001-1 caliber with 39 jewels. It has a power reserve of 41 hours. The case, in stainless steel, has mobile lugs and features double sapphire crystals. The dial is engine-turned in black or white with Arabics or Roman numerals. There is a 21 piece limited edition in 18kt pink gold with a 22kt rhodium plated rotor. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Alpina Avalanche Chronograph Alpina has added a new model to its Avalanche chronograph collection. The case is adorned with black rubber detailing on the bezel, push-buttons and the crown. The dial features large Arabic numerals and vertically aligned counters. The case, in stainless steel, measures 42mm. It has a sapphire crystal and it is water resistant to 100 meters. Movement is the automatic ETA caliber 7750 finished in Cotes de Geneva pattern. It has a power reserve of 42 hours. A rubber strap or metal bracelet is available. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Alpina Regulator 1883 The newest from Alpina, to unveil at Baselworld 2005 is the Regulator 1883 in reference to the year Alpina was founded. It is part of the Avalanche collection. The “regulator” dial is distinguished by its off-centered hours display at 10 o’clock. The case, in stainless steel, measures 42mm, has a sapphire crystal, and is water resistant to 50 meters. Movement is a hand-wound ETA. Courtesy Timezone E X C L U S I V E – Hublot Release at Baselworld 2005 Here is the first high fusion concept of Hublot’s Big Bang chronograph done in 18kt white gold, with Ceramic, Kevlar, Carbon and Rubber components Movement is an automatic ETA caliber 7756 movement with a rubber rotor and black screws. More information will be available after its unveiling at Baselworld 2005. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Omega De Ville Rattrapante Co-Axial Attention Mr. Gates. . . . Omega will present at Baselworld 2005 the new De Ville Co-Axial Rattrapante, with a revolutionary design inside and out. The 41mm case comes in polished or brushed stainless steel with a matching polished or brushed stainless-steel bezel. The silver or ruthenium dial has applied Omega symbol and name, facetted hour markers, silver totalisers with applied Roman numerals for the chronograph function and a truncated sector date window at 11 o'clock, as well as an unusual small-seconds counter with two sectors. The time is read off by luminous, facetted and diamond-polished Alpha hour and minute hands and a double-tipped small seconds hand. The split-seconds pusher has a varnished red circle that recalls the red zone at the tip of the split-seconds hand. Movement is the Omega caliber 3612 with split-seconds chronograph complication. This COSC-certified automatic movement is fitted with the unique Omega Co-Axial Escapement, has a power reserve of 52 hours and a double column-wheel mechanism. Its luxury finish includes blued-steel screws and two blued-steel column wheels, as well as a domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides. It is water resistant to 100 metres and it is available with a black alligator leather strap. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Omega Speedmaster Gemini 4 Special Edition This special Speedmaster model, created for Baselworld 2005, commemorates not only the 40th anniversary of the first space walk, but also the 40th anniversary of the Speedmaster's flight qualification for manned spaceflight missions. These important milestones are celebrated with a distinctive model with a blue dial and matching blue aluminium ring on the steel bezel. Only 2,005 pieces will be made. The Gemini 4 limited-edition Speedmaster is characterised by its blue dial and silver counters for the 30-minute and 12-hour chronograph counters and continuous seconds. The blue theme is also continued on the bezel, with the familiar tachymeter scale reproduced on a blue aluminium ring. The commemorative nature of the timepiece is indicated by a subtle red engraving 1965-2005 below the Speedmaster name at 12 o'clock on the dial. The applied Omega symbol above the name, as well as 12 rhodium-plated hour markers, also add a hint of luxury and indicate that this Speedmaster is special. In all other respects, the watch remains a classic Speedmaster, with the same case, bracelet and hesalite crystal found on the "Moon Watch" - the standard Speedmaster Professional model. Movement is the hand-wind Omega caliber 1861. However, one of its most striking features is destined to remain hidden most of the time, since it is the distinctive Gemini 4 mission patch, bearing the names of the crew, McDivitt and White, and an illustration of the first space walk, that is etched in colour on the sapphire crystal case back with the engraving "First Space Walk 40th Anniversary" and the limited-edition number (0001/2005). Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l s – Scalfaro North Shore Collection The latest from brothers Alexander and Dominik Kuhnle, founders of Scalfaro, is the North Shore Collection, a series of watches inspired the giant waves of Hawaii’s North Shore as well as the sophisticated charm of Long Island’s North Shore, America’s Gold Coast. They will be unveiled at Baselworld 2005. Aggressively luxurious timepieces that are not only the ideal companion for Oahu’s daring big wave surfers, but also for today’s active city people, sophisticated sportsmen and stylish cosmopolitans – all those who seek an intense feeling of life. Technical features of these watches include multi-level case architecture, anti-reflective sapphire crystals, meticulously finished Swiss mechanical movements, screw-down crowns, fluorescent hands, Guilloché dials with hand-applied indexes, transparent sapphire crystal case backs, ScalfaScrews, and water-resistance to 300 meters with unidirectional rotating bezels. Scalfaro is based in Neuhausen, Germany. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – DeGrisogono Occhio Minute Repeater Impressive example of Haute Orologie . . . A limited edition of 50 pieces, the Occhio (eye) minute repeater is patterned on the reflex camera constructional principle, and features a twelve-blade ceramic diaphragm mechanism. It opens to reveal the repeater movement for the duration of the chiming period then shuts again to shield the movement. The movement is a hand-wound caliber designed by Christophe Claret with cathedral gong strike. It has 37 jewels and 414 parts. The case measures 43mm X 56mm, it has 24mm lugs. This limited edition is available in two versions, one in 18kt red gold and the other in 18kt white gold. The horns, crown and repeater slide are made of platinum. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Ulysse Nardin Royal Blue Tourbillon A limited edition of 99 pieces, all in Platinum, the new UN Royal Blue Tourbillon features a case that measures 41mm. It has double sapphire crystals and it is water resistant to 30 meters. The inside bezel is set with 48 diamonds and 12 blue sapphires. Movement is the manual-wind Nardin caliber UN-79 with 16 jewels. Courtesy Timezone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Chronograph The new Maxi Marine Chronograph compliments the existing Maxi Marine Collection. The case, in stainless steel (or available 18kt yellow gold), measures 41mm. It is available with a rubber, leather or steel strap. Movement is the automatic Nardin caliber UN35 with 42 hours of power reserve. It has an exclusive 45-minutes register at 9 o'clock and small seconds at 3 o'clock and date in a window at 4 o'clock. It is water resistant to 200 meters. Crystal is sapphire. Courtesy Timezone This post has been edited by nick212: Apr 11 2005, 06:00 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 Posted by: Neo Nov 27 2004, 04:28 PM N E W M o d e l – Movado Gentry Sport Automatic Measuring 37mm, and housed in a stainless steel case, the Gentry Sport is the latest from Movado. It is also available as a ladies model in a 32mm case. Movement is an automatic ETA caliber 2824 with 25 jewels. The dial is available in black or silver. The crystal is sapphire and it is water resistant to 50 meters. Posted by: Neo Nov 27 2004, 04:31 PM N E W M o d e l – Maurice Lacroix Roger Federer Pontos Small Seconds The last watch in the Roger Federer collection is the Pontos Small Seconds. The Pontos dial was redesigned for the Roger Federer Special Edition by being divided into a subtle, silver-colored center and a decorated outer hours ring with simple index marks. Above the small seconds display, the Roger Federer name identifies this special edition. Movement is a manual wind caliber ETA 6497 (nee UNITAS). The case, in stainless steel, measures 43mm and features double sapphire crystals. It is water resistant to 50 meters. The dial is silver colored with a dark-grey hours ring; appied index marks and the Roger Federer name. Posted by: Neo Nov 27 2004, 04:33 PM N E W M o d e l – Maurice Lacroix Roger Federer Miros Chronograph For the Roger Federer Special Edition Miros Chronograph, Maurice Lacroix created an exclusive crown in the shape of a tennis ball. Movement is a quartz Ronda Startech caliber 5040B with big-date feature. The case, in stainless steel or in stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold-plated 10 micron, measures 39mm. The crystal is sapphire and it is water resistant to 100 meters. The dial is silver colored, with applied index marks and the Roger Federer name in red and black. Posted by: Neo Nov 27 2004, 04:34 PM N E W M o d e l – Maurice Lacroix Roger Federer Chronometer Croneo Swiss tennis star Roger Federer, who represents Maurice Lacroix internationally as its official ambassador is being honored this Fall with the launch of a line of watches, the Croneo, the Miros and the Pontos. The Croneo chronometer chronograph has a case, in stainless steel, that measures 42mm and is water resistant to 50 meters. It is also available in stainless steel and 18kt rose gold. Both feature double sapphire crystals. The movement is an automatic caliber ML67 (base ETA 7750) with COSC certification as a chronometer, 26 jewels, blued steel screws, Incabloc shock protection, polished steel pallet and escapement wheel, Glucydur balance, Nivarox-1 balance spring, a Nivaflex-1 main spring, and a skeleton rotor. The dial is solid sterling 925 silver, with the Roger Federer name in red and black, luminous Arabics and hands, and blued steel seconds and counter hands. Posted by: uriel Nov 27 2004, 04:42 PM @Neo As always spectacular post Thank You Posted by: Neo Nov 27 2004, 04:44 PM N E W M o d e l – Vacheron Constantin Ladies Overseas Collection The new Overseas collection by VC includes models for the ladies. The case, measuring 34mm, is available in stainless steel and in stainless steel and 18kt white gold. The dials feature mother-of-pearl with or without diamonds, and bezels are available in gold or with diamonds. The hands are 18kt white gold with Luminova. Movement is the quartz Vacheron caliber 1207 with antimagnetic protection. They are water resistant to 50 meters. Posted by: Neo Nov 27 2004, 04:46 PM N E W M o d e l - Rotary Automatic Limited Edition The Ref. LE00003/05 is the third in a series of Limited Edition automatic watches from British company Rotary. Only 500 pieces will be made. The case, in stainless steel, measures 38mm. Movement is an automatic ETA 2824, visible through the display back. The crystal is sapphire and the case is water resistant to 30 meters. It comes with a self winding, handcrafted, oak wood presentation box. MSRP is 300 Pounds Sterling. -------------------- "Where People Gather, Life Happens" The clock of life is wound but once... And no man has the power... To tell just when the hands will stop... At late or early hour... Now is the only time you own... Live, love, toil with a will... Place no faith in time... For the clock may soon be still... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W M o d e l s – Omega Speedmaster Legend Collection – Schumacher Since first becoming an Omega ambassador in 1995, Michael Schumacher has added five consecutive Formula 1 world championship drivers' titles to the two that he already had. Omega's designers produced special limited-edition Speedmaster chronographs in celebration of each of these titles, with their own distinctive sporty design. Now, with no records left to break and an inconceivable eighth world championship title on the horizon, Schumi's watch brand of choice also seeks to surpass its own previous levels of achievement with the launch of not just one special watch, but a whole collection. The Legend Collection consists of three Speedmaster chronographs that combine Omega's high-end column-wheel chronograph movement with sporty Formula 1-inspired dials. Each model has a 42mm diameter stainless-steel case with the familiar curved Speedmaster stainless-steel bracelet and safety clasp. Sealed between the scratch-resistant anti-reflective sapphire crystal and the screw-in case back is the exclusive Omega caliber 3301 self-winding chronograph movement. It is an officially certified COSC chronometer and has a power reserve of 55 hours. The three models are distinguished by their highly individual dials, all of which have an applied Omega symbol at 12 o'clock and 12 applied rhodium-plated applied hour markers with luminous dots : the first model has a black dial with silver subdials and a silver exterior hour circle with black minute scale and red Speedmaster name; the second a silver dial with two-tone silver subdials with black outer zones and a black exterior hour circle with white minute scale and red Speedmaster name; the last model has a red dial with black subdials, black hour circle and white minute scale and black Speedmaster name. The former model has a tachymeter scale engraved on a black aluminium ring on the stainless-steel bezel, whereas the latter two have it engraved in black directly on the brushed stainless-steel bezel. All three models have a white-on-black date window at 6 o'clock and baton hour and minute hands with an arrowhead central chronograph seconds hand - all with luminous SuperLuminova inserts. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Glycine Lagunare Chronometer The newest Lagunare, Ref. 3844, is now available as a COSC-certified chronometer. The case, in stainless steel, measures 46mm X 13mm (24mm lugs). It is water resistant to 30 meters and has a sapphire crystal. Dials can be had in black, blue or orange. Movement is the automatic ETA caliber 2824-2 with 25 jewels and a power reserve of 38 hours. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Maurice Lacroix Tourbillon Retrograde The new Masterpiece Tourbillon Retrograde will expand the exclusive Masterpiece Collection from Maurice Lacroix. Only 30 pieces will be made. The case, in platinum, measures 43.5mm. The dial is solid silver and is available in black also. The name and/or issue number of this limited edition can be engraved optionally on the caseback or on the small plate below the tourbillon. This makes each watch a personalized piece of jewellery. The owner also is not only able to experience in person the manufacture of his own watch in the Maurice Lacroix workshops, but a one-time, priceless experience awaits all that decide on a Masterpiece Tourbillon Rétrograde early enough: they will be invited to an exclusive meeting with Roger Federer, the current No. 1 in world tennis, and ambassador for Maurice Lacroix. Movement is the hand-wind Lacroix caliber ML110 with 90 hours of power reserve. It has 37 jewels, flat, polished, and bevelled steel screws (blued or steel-colored), Incabloc shock protection, polished steel pallet and escapement wheel, Glucydur coiled balance wheel, Nivarox-1 balance spring, Nivaflex-1 main spring. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Nautica 62mm Chronograph/Compass At Baselworld 2005, Nautica has unveiled its newest timepiece, the N-MX 62. The N-MX 62 has an oversized 62mm case that combines two timepieces; a chronograph timepiece with date, a second time zone and an analog compass Available with either a brushed stainless steel or Ionic Plated Flat Matte Black case, N-MX 62 features a signature screw-in crowns, Superluminova hands and markers, water resistance to 100 meters and an unidirectional 60 minute rotating bezel and genuine leather water resistant straps. Inspired by vintage military field boxes, the N-MX 62’s functional packaging not only houses the timepiece but also includes a pair of binoculars and a torch pen. “The N-MX 62 is a truly unique timepiece,” states Scott Wolfe, International Brand Manager for Nautica watches. “The design of this watch was inspired by the brand’s new global marketing campaign ‘Navigate life’. With the aid of a watch and a compass, adventurers of all types can now navigate in style.” Nautica Watches was created in 1994. Nautica was founded in 1983, and is a leading global lifestyle brand with products ranging from men’s, women’s and children’s apparel and accessories to a complete home collection. In 2003 the Company was acquired by VF Corporation, a world leader in branded apparel including jeanswear, intimate apparel, sportswear, outdoor products and workwear Courtesy Timezone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Universal Geneve Okeanos GMT Traveler The newest from Universal to be shown at Baselworld 2005 is this GMT model, the Okeanos (ocean) Traveler. It is a limited edition of 100 pieces. The case, in stainless steel, measures 40.5mm, it has a sapphire crystal with AR coating. The display back is mineral, and the case is water resistant to 50 meters. Movement is an automatic ETA caliber with GMT function. Courtesy Timezone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Blancpain Tourbillon Transparence Blancpain’s master-watchmakers have created the new Transparence, a flying tourbillon done in a limited edition of 27 pieces, in honor of the 270th anniversary of the founding of Blancpain. The movement, which drives a 7-day power-reserve and a large date display, is the Blancpain caliber 6925A with 35 jewels. The rotor is in platinum. The case, in platinum, measures 38mm. It has double sapphire crystals and is water resistant to 100 meters. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Regulator Another new entry to the Masterpiece collection unveiled at Baselworld 2005 is the new Regulator. The case, in stainless steel, or steel with 18kt pink gold, measures 42mm. The crystal is sapphire as is the display back. Movement is the automatic Lacroix caliber ML105 with 31 jewels, blued steel screws, Incabloc shock protection, polished steel pallet and escapement wheel, Glucydur balance, Nivarox-1 balance spring, Nivaflex-1 main spring, and a skeletonized rotor. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Lune Retrograde For its 30th birthday, it is launching 2005 a new model, the Masterpiece Lune Rétrograde, which in addition to the moon phase – the moon moves through a semi-circular window at 6 o’clock within 29.5 days – also displays the date, current weekday, and power reserve. It is a limited edition of 30 pieces in three noble metals. Movement is the hand-wind Lacroix caliber ML 104 with 35 jewels, blued steel screws, swan neck precision adjustment, KIF shock protection, polished steel pallet and escapement wheel, Glucydur coiled balance wheel, Nivarox-1 balance spring, Nivaflex-1 main spring. The case can be had in platinum or in 18kt white or yellow gold. It measures 43.5mm, is water resistant to 30 meters and has a sapphire crystal and display back. Dials are solid silver. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Gerald Charles Turbo Chronograph Gerald Genta’s new watch venture is exhibiting at Basel for the 2nd year in a row. The Turbo Chronograph features an automatic ETA caliber housed in a 46.5mm X 47mm PVD black stainless steel case. The dial is black lacquer with red hands. Other dial colors include white, yellow or blue lacquer. Courtesy Timezone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Glycine KMU Big Seconds Another new model from Glycine unveiled at Baselworld 2005 is the KMU, Ref. 3847, which is a limited edition of 250 pieces featuring a very large seconds dial at the 9 o’clock position. Its case, in sandblasted stainless steel, measures 48mm X 12.5mm (with 24mm lugs). It has double mineral crystals, and is water resistant to 100 meters. The dial is coated in Superluminova. Movement is the hand-wind ETA caliber 6497-1 with 17 jewels, beating at 18,000 bph and with a power reserve of 46 hours. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Glycine Airman 7 Gold Attention Mr. Omni . . . Glycine has now made available its popular Airman 7 in an 18kt rose gold case that measures 53mm X 12mm. It is a limited edition of 50 pieces. Movements are all automatic, the main one being an ETA 2893-2 and the two sub-movements being ETA’s 2671-2. The main movement has a power reserve of 42 hours and the two others, 38 hours of power reserve. The watch has a sapphire crystal and display back, and it is water resistant to 50 meters. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Louis Moinet Chronovintage Artemis Louis Moinet uses a NOS caliber from the early 1970s in this limited edition of 99 pieces. It is called Chronovintage Artemis. The NOS manual-wind movement has 17 jewels, and beats at 18,000 bph. It has a power reserve of 45 hours. The case, a stainless steel tonneau, has double sapphire crystals with AR coating. The dial can be had in silver, blue or black. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l s – Bell & Ross BR-01 Collection Introduced at Baselworld 2005, the BR collection features stainless steel cases measuring 46mm. They are water resistant to 100 meters and have sapphire crystals with AR coating. Models include a time-only, a chronograph, a big-date and a power reserve (all ETA automatic calibers). Courtesy Timezone This post has been edited by nick212: Apr 11 2005, 06:40 AM N E W M o d e l – Carl F. Bucherer Patravi TravelTec GMT The latest from Bucherer’s high-end watch line is the Ref. 10620, exhibited at Baselworld 2005. It is a three timezone GMT chronograph. The case, in stainless steel, measures 46mm. It has a sapphire crystal and it is water resistant to 50 meters. Movement is the automatic caliber CFB 1901 (base ETA) with 39 jewels and a power reserve of 42 hours. Courtesy Timezone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 N E W M o d e l - Wenger Commando Diver The Wenger Commando Diver features extra large luminous figures and hands, enabling quick and precise readability of time in difficult light conditions. The setting of time and date is made by the crown positioned at 3 o’clock. The additional crown at 9 o’clock serves to adjust the inner unidirectional rotating bezel, indicating the elapsed minutes. The case measures 42mm. It is water resistant to 200 meters. The crystal is mineral and the movement is a Swiss quartz module. MSRP is 380 Swiss Francs ($315) for the model with rubber strap and 430 Swiss Francs ($355) for the steel bracelet version. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Wenger Compass Navigator Another new model from Wenger shown at Baselworld 2005 is the updated Compass Navigator. It features a liquid filled compass, located in a drawer-compartment on the side of the case. The Compass Navigator was designed in a way that the compass can be placed flat on a map. Thanks to a see-through back, it is possible to orientate the map with precision. It is also possible to swivel the compass in its own compartment, thus making it easy to set the required itinerary. The case, in stainless steel, measures 40mm and has a Swiss quartz movement with date. It is water resistant to 100 meters and has a mineral crystal. This new model is available in two different versions: with black dial and black nylon strap, or with white dial and black leather-nylon strap. MSRP is 280 Swiss Francs ($230). Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Antoine Preziuso 3 Volution Triple Tourbillon The 3 Volution from Antoine Preziuso features three flying tourbillons. Each of these makes a compete rotation around its axis in one minute, with all three attached to a plate, which revolves around in 2 minutes 15 seconds. It measures 51mm X 34mm X 8mm. The 3 Volution has an in-house caliber with a very particular construction. The manual winding arms a double barrel, for an optimal performance and a power reserve of 72 hours. The gear train pulls a pierced circular plate that carries the three tourbillons, which rotate in one minute. Placed equidistant from the centre of the plate, their axes form an equilateral triangle. The plate makes one revolution in an anti-clockwise direction in 2 minutes and 15 seconds. This double revolution, accelerating the speed of rotation of the tourbillons, also contributes to better precision. The resonance phenomenon is activated by the edge of the plate’s circumference, which acts as a sound box. The respective frequencies of the three regulating organs synchronize with each other simultaneously. Mr. Preziuso will showcase this masterpiece at his artelier on April 5-9 near Geneva. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Zenith Port Royal Open El Primero Titanium Concept Movement is the automatic Zenith 4021C with 39 jewels beating at 36,000 bph and a power reserve of over 50 hours. This chronographic movement measures short time intervals to a 10th of a second. It has automatic winding in both directions, with a central rotor on ball bearings and a heavy metal oscillating weight with “Damier” guilloche finish. Functions are hours, minutes in the center, small seconds-hand at 9 o’clock with a 3-branched hand, power reserve indication from hour axis, a central seconds hand and a 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock. The case, in titanium, measures 36mm X 51mm. It has double sapphire crystals. It is water resistant to 50 meters and has a carbon fiber strap with titanium triple buckle with Zenith logo. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Vulcain Tourbillon Based in La-Chaux-de-Fonds, Vulcain was founded in 1868. It was recently resurrected in 2002. At Baselworld 2005, Vulcain showcased the Tourbillon. The case, in 18kt yellow gold, measures 42mm. It has double sapphire crystals. It is water resistant to 30 meters. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Breitling Mulliner Tourbillon by Renaud et Papi The newest from Breitling, exhibited at Baselworld 2005 is the Mulliner Tourbillon for Bentley chronograph. This limited edition (a few dozen will be made over the next few years, at a rate of two per month) was developed in cooperation with Renaud et Papi, one the foremost watch complication makers. The case can be had in 18kt yellow, rose or white gold, or in platinum. Also, the precious wood decoration on the back of the watch comes in a choice of six types of veneer: burr walnut, dark stained burr walnut, madrona, birds eye maple, burr oak, olive ash. The movement is the hand-wound Breitling caliber 18B, exclusive to “Breitling for Bentley”. It has a 15-minute totalizer and a pointer-type date display. To make it even more exclusive, each owner of the watch will have his initials engraved on one of the movement bridges. MSRP starts at 131,000 Euros. Courtesy Timezone N E W M o d e l – Antigone Skeleton Fee Blanche Chronograph Antigone continues its re-edition of beautiful NOS calibers, issued under the brand Claude Meylan. This piece exhibited at Basel features a movement from the 1960s, the column-wheel Valjoux 23, which is entirely engraved by hand with bevelled steel parts. The case, in 18kt white gold, has double sapphire crystals. It measures 37mm. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Tracy Posted February 3, 2007 Report Share Posted February 3, 2007 Thanks TT for giving me one of the most enjoyable afternoons of watch gazing that I can remember... Renews my passion for this sport, which was lagging of late due to life's pressures.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 4, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Oris Frank Sinatra Complication Just like Frank Sinatra, Oris has an almost inexhaustible repertoire. The new highlight is the complication in the new watch collection dedicated to Frank Sinatra. Every one of Sinatra’s songs was an instant classic, and so is this watch. It unites the classic functions of the complex mechanical movement: moon phase, second time zone, week day and date as extras. The case, in stainless steel, measures 39mm X 40mm, and is water resistant to 30 meters. The crystal is sapphire and the display back is mineral. It has flexible lugs. Movement is an automatic Oris (base ETA). Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l - Oris Chronoris Chronograph Influenced on an Oris chronograph from the 1970’s, the Chronoris 2005 chronograph combines the style of the original with the latest developments in High-Mech technology. This includes the additional minute counter positioned at 12 o’clock, the orange rotating click-stop bezel and the tachometer. Brand new is the Quick Lock System to secure the big crown. The multi-piece case, measuring 40mm, is water resistant to 50 meters, and is made of stainless steel. The black and orange saddle-leather strap emphasises the sports styling of the chronograph. The watch is presented in a special box, together with a second, metal bracelet, a tool for exchanging the strap, and a certificate. The two-piece dial, with applied indices and white lacquered hour and minute hands, has Superluminova inlays, and an orange stop hand. The crystal is sapphire and the display back is mineral. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Montblanc TimeWalker GMT Automatic The New Montblancs TimeWalker GMT comes in a 42mm stainless steel case with a sapphire crystal. Movement is the automatic ETA caliber 2893 which can be seen through the sapphire display back. It is water resistant to 50 meters. The GMT is available with a black alligator strap or a stainless steel bracelet. Dials can be had in black or silver. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Montblanc Star XXXL Chronograph GMT Automatic Exhibiting at SIHH 2005, Montblanc, a Richemont company, unveiled its Star XXXL Chrono GMT Automatic, part of its Star Gold Collection. The case, in stainless steel or 18kt rose gold, measures 44mm and has double sapphire crystals. It is water resistant to 50 meters. Movement is a modified automatic ETA 7751 with COSC certification as a chronometer. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Chronoswiss Digiteur At Baselworld 2005, Chronoswiss displayed its new Digiteur MSA (Montre sans Aiguilles) (watch without hands). It is based on a NOS shaped-movement from FEF, the movement-blank specialist that was founded by Jules Jéquier and David Louis Petitpierre in the Swiss town of Fleurier, Val de Travers in 1882. Their movement-blank division achieved independence under the name “Fabrique d’ebauches de Fleurier (FEF)” in 1920, but was soon incorporated into the powerful Ebauches SA movement-blank holding company in 1932. This enterprise continued to produce hand-wound movements in various designs until 1979, when the “Quartz Watch Revolution” killed it. Mr. Gerd-Rüdiger Lang, the founder of Chronoswiss, is fanatically devoted to mechanical timepieces, so it comes as no surprise to learn that he discovered this treasure-trove and acquired its “shapely” contents for Chronoswiss, his Munich-based watchmaking company. But to satisfy Chronoswiss’s lofty standards, the original caliber has been modified and finely reworked. The Digiteur is a limited edition. It displays the jumping hours, digital minutes and digital seconds. The case is available in platinum (33 pieces); 18kt yellow gold (99 pieces); 18kt rose gold (99 pieces); and 18kt white gold (99 pieces). It measures 45.5mm X 27.7mm X 11mm. It has a sapphire crystal and a sapphire exhibition back. It has screwed-on strap bars with a patented Autobloc safety system, the lugs measure 20mm. It is water resistant 30 meters. Movement is the manual wind, shaped caliber FEF 130, a NOS movement from 1933-1963, with 15 jewels, a 40 hour power-reserve, beating at 18,000 vibrations per hour. It has polished pallets, palletwheel and screws. The bridges are finished with Geneva Stripes, polished and perlaged. The dial is solid sterling silver, 18kt rose gold or black. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Oris Big Crown Chronograph The new version of the Oris Big Crown chronograph features a 42mm stainless steel case, a curved Plexiglass and a leather strap. The multi-piece case is water resistant to 50 meters, and it is available with an optional steel bracelet. Movement is the automatic ETA caliber 7750. Dials can be had in white or black. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 4, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Oris Big Crown Flight Timer 2 Now available with a silver dial (the black dial was posted earlier), the new Oris Flight Timer 2 has something special, a massive second crown, vertically positioned at two o’clock. This second crown enables a second time zone to be set on an inner ring. This is the first time that Oris has used this concept, which originates from cockpit watches in planes. Thanks to the special bezel, which is set separately, the second time zone can be viewed easily from the center. The case, in stainless steel, measures 42mm. The movement is an automatic Oris (base ETA). It is water resistant to 50 meters and has a sapphire crystal and a mineral display back. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Longines Master Twin-Aperture Date Calendar Another new model from Longines’ new Master Collection is the Twin-Aperture Date Calendar in stainless steel. Movement is the automatic Longines caliber L601 (base ETA 2892) with 30 jewels, beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour and with a power reserve of 42 hours. The case measures 40mm and has double sapphire crystals. The dial is silver, finished in a stamped “barleycorn” pattern with 12 Arabic numerals and black painted minute track. Itst win date apertures are located at 12 o’clock. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Mondaine Big Date Chronograph The “Sports Gents Line” is a new collection of the official Swiss Railway Watch. Movement is the quartz Ronda Startech caliber 5040B. The case, in stainless steel, measures 40mm and has a mineral crystal. It is water resistant to 30 meters. MSRP is 300 Euros. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Epos Tonneau Skeleton Another new Epos at Baselworld 2005 is this tonneau shaped skeleton automatic, the Ref. 3359. The case, in stainless steel, measures 33mm X 40mm X 9mm. It has a curved sapphire crystal and a display back. It is water resistant to 50 meters. Movement is the automatic ETA caliber 2824-2 with 25 jewels, skeletonized and rhodium plated. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 4, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Epos Action Team Divers Chronograph The Ref. 3365 is a diving chronograph showcased by Epos at Baselworld 2005. The case, in stainless steel, measures 44mm X 15.7mm. It has a sapphire crystal with a display back. It is water resistant to 200 meters. Movement is the automatic ETA caliber 7750 with 25 jewels. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Louis Moinet Duograph Adonis Another entry from new brand Louis Moinet at Baselworld 2005 was the Adonis Duograph. It features a complete calendar as well as a chronograph. The indications of the functions are grouped on subdials at 6 o’clock and 12 o’clock in order to maintain the dial balance. The Adonis is a limited edition of 150 pieces. The movement, an automatic ETA caliber 7751, has 25 jewels and a 44 hour power reserve. The tonneau case, in stainless steel, features double sapphire crystals. Dials can be had in silver, petroleum blue or black, with either blued steel or rhodium plated luminescent hands Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – GP Laureato EVO3 The newest version of the Laureato EVO3 features a titanium case that measures 44mm X 15mm. It features double sapphire crystals and is water resistant to 100 meters. The bracelet is rubber. Movement is the automatic GP caliber 033C0 with 52 jewels, beating at 28,800 bph and with a power reserve of 46 hours. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – GP ww.tc Tourbillon Hours of the World The new three bridges tourbillon from Girard-Perregaux features a world-time display. The case, in 18kt rose gold, measures 43mm X 13mm. It has a sapphire crystal with AR coating as is the display back. It is water resistant to 30 meters. Movement is the hand-wound GP caliber 098G0 with 20 jewels, beating at 21,600 bph and with a power reserve of 75 hours. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – ECW Panhard PM55 Tourbillon Volant European Company Watch is part of Frank Muller Watchland. Whilst they do not exhibit at either Baselworld 2005 or SIHH 2005, Frank Muller does have its own watch fair at the same time. One of their newest offerings is the Panhard Tourbillon Volant. The movement, a hand-wind Frank Muller caliber, features a 1 minute Tourbillon with 21 jewels, beating at 18,000 bph and with a power reserve of 60 hours. The case, available in stainless steel, titanium or 18kt white gold, measures 46mm X 58mm. It has a sapphire crystal with AR coating. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Corum Admiral’s Cup 2005 Regatta 44 Chronograph Chronometer Corum is the Official Timekeeper of the Admiral’s Cup Race, organized in July of every odd year by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) of London in conjunction with the Royal Yacht Squadron of Cowes, Isle of Wight. To celebrate Corum’s 50th anniversary, the firm has launched a limited edition chronograph chronometer, the Admiral’s Cup 44 Regatta, which will be produced in a 2,000 piece batch. Crafted from stainless steel, it measures 44mm. The crown and the two chronograph push-button protectors are coated in black PVD. The racelet features carbon graphite covers on the center links. The case-back is secured to the case by 8 screws, ensuring water resistance to 100 meters. Movement is an automatic ETA with COSC certification as a chronometer. The crystal is sapphire with AR coating. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 4, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Nautica BFC Chronograph Apr 15, 2005 - 12:58 PM Nautica Watches unveiled various new models at Baselworld 2005 (including a 62mm chronograph!). Amongst its other offerings is the BFC Chronograph. The BFC has a slide rule bezel that facilitates calculations and conversions and features a 30 minute counter, a 12 hour counter and a seconds counters. The case, in stainless steel, measures 46mm and has a 11.5mm crown. It is water resistant to 200 meters and the mineral crystal has AR coating. Movement is a Swiss quartz Ronda Startech. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Nautica BCF46 Left Crown Diver Apr 15, 2005 - 12:58 PM Another new Nautica at Baselworld 2005 is this Left Crown Diver. The case, in stainless steel, measures 46mm and has an 11.5mm screw-down crown. It is water resistant to 200 meters. The crystal is mineral with AR coating. Movement is a Swiss Ronda quartz module. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Eberhard 4 Temerario Apr 15, 2005 - 12:59 PM The newest from Eberhard is this re-interpretation of its famous Chrono4 model. The Temerario is Ref. 31047. This tonneau-shaped model has its four counters lined up along the right-hand side of the dial. It also features several patented innovations, including a crown protection system which opens by a lever hidden under the case. Movement is the automatic Eberhard caliber EB250, based on an ETA 2894 mechanical chronograph with automatic winding. The complication was deviced by Eberhard in-house. It has 53 jewels. The case, in stainless steel, measures 55mm X 37mm X 13mm with 20mm lugs. The crystal is sapphire and the caseback is fixed by 4 screws, with the name Temerario engraved. It is water resistant to 30 meters. The crown, measuring 11.7mm, is placed at 12 o’clock and protected by a special patented system that opens via a small lever hidden under the case. Dials can be had in black, white or silver. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Paul Picot Technograph Apr 15, 2005 - 03:12 PM At Baselworld 2005, Paul Picot unveiled its newest model, the Technograph chronograph. The Technograph was developed on the basis of the automatic ETA caliber 7750. A clever system of two superimposed dials makes for a perfectly clear display of the hours and minutes in the center of the reading zone, to the exclusion of all other indications, while the small seconds hand, the chronometer minute counter, the calendar and 300 division minute-circle are located in a peripheral zone on the lower dial. The principle is as follows: the top dial in the centre of the watch (hours and minutes) is fitted on the bottom dial. The small seconds hand is displayed on a dial added at 9 o’clock, in a half-moon shape. The 30 minutes chronometer counter at 3 o’clock works on the same principle, the only difference being that the 15 first minutes are shown in the outer area starting at noon, and the next 15 in the inner area. The oversized date aperture is located on the bottom dial at 6 o’clock. A flange with 300 divisions, applied to the outside diameter of the basic dial, enables the chronograph seconds and fifths of a second to be indicated by the centre seconds-hand. The dial assembly is made up of 5 separate components. The case, in stainless steel, 18kt rose or white gold, measures 44mm. It has a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating and a sapphire display back secured with screws, guaranteeing water resistance to 100 meters. The dial dial can be had in rhodium, anthracite or brown. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Cartier Tortue XL Tourbillon Chronomonopoussoir Apr 18, 2005 - 02:07 PM The latest from Cartier, unveiled at SIHH 2005 is the Tortue chronograph with a tourbillon and a monopusher. It is a limited edition of 40 piece, done in platinum. The crystal is sapphire as is the display back. The dial is 18kt gold, which has been silvered and guilloched by hand. The hands are blued steel. Movement is the Cartier caliber 9431MC, manual wind, with a one minute tourbillon. It has 40 jewels, beating at 21,600 bph and has a power reserve of 72 hours. It is water resistant to 30 meters. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 4, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Muhle Glashutte Rasmus Diver Apr 18, 2005 - 02:18 PM Muhle Glashutte introduced its Rasmus diver’s watch at Baselworld 2005. It was developed using input from AIDA, the national German apnea diving team. The watch, named after the German patron saint of sailors and divers, is water resistant to 1,000 metres. A modified Mühle version of the ETA 2824 automatic movement is encased in a stainless steel housing with magnetic protection and an automatic helium vent for pressure equalization during decompression. The 3mm-thick, domed sapphire crystal of the Rasmus has AR coating on the inside. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l s – Muhle Glashutte Lufthansa Collection Apr 18, 2005 - 02:21 PM At Baselworld 2005, German maker Muhle Glashutte unveiled its new collection of pilot’s watches, the Lufthansa. The pieces were designed in collaboration with the famed German air carrier and resulted in a collection of 4 pieces: a chronograph, a tachymeter, a GMT and a time-only. The Type 1 – Tachymeter: The Type 2 – Chronograph: The Type 3 – World Timer: The Type 4 – Pilot’s: All feature stainless steel cases, ETA automatic movements (modified by Muhle) and sapphire crystals. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon TMT – The World’s 1st Mechanical Thermometer Watch Apr 18, 2005 - 06:31 PM Based in Neuchatel, Ball has introduced a world’s first! The researchers at Ball Watch took the challenge to develop the world’s first night-reading mechanical thermometer watch using the operational basis in bimetallic expansion thermometers. It is known that if two different metal strips are bonded together and heated, the resultant strip will tend to bend toward the side of the metal with the lower expansion rate. Deflection is proportional to the square of the length and the temperature change, and inversely proportional to the thickness. A bimetallic spring can be calibrated to produce a predictable deflection at a preset temperature. The motion produced by a bimetallic spring is small; to amplify it in a reasonably sized space, the bimetal strip may be wound in the form of a spiral or a helix. The outside edge of the spiral is pinned to the frame and a pointer is connected to the centre. As the temperature increases the spiral winds up deflecting the pointer clockwise. Knowing the coefficient of expansion of the two metals, their thickness, and the desired scale length and range, the total length of the spiral can be computed. In general, the most difficult technical challenge the Ball technicians faced when working on the mechanical thermometer watch project was controlling the height of the entire movement module to be within 5.1 mm. Our master watchmakers have overcome many design obstacles such as controlling the height of the bimetal balance spring and the height of the milling of the main plate and bridge. We basically invent a unique system of fine regulation that does not block the bimetallic blade and patent the fine regulating screw. They conducted different rigid tests to ensure it can withstand 5,000 Gs shock resistance. The Engineer Hydrocarbon TMT is capable to measure environment temperature from negative 35 degrees Celsius to 45 degrees Celsius. The measurement can be easily read off from the arch-shaped indicator. While its outer scale shows temperature at every 15 degrees interval and is incorporated with self-powered micro gas light (3H) tubes, the inner scale tells temperature at narrower intervals of 5 degrees. The precision of the bimetal system is +3% from the point of regulating to the range of measure. For example, if we lay the hand at a temperature of 20 degree C, the precision between 10 degree C and 30 degree C will be of +0.3 degree C. The point of laying will always be precise. The temperature records by the Engineer Hydrocarbon TMT is precise and instantaneous but it records the temperature inside the watch case which inevitably be affected by temperature of the wrist of the wearer. To reveal the actual environmental temperature, the watch should be taken off and wait till the inside of the watch has reached the environmental room temperature at namely 10 minutes. Movement is the automatic Ball caliber 9018. The case, in stainless steel, measures 40mm X 15.2mm. The crystal is sapphire with AR coating. It is water resistant to 300 meters, is anti-magnetic to 12,000A/m, and shock resistant to 7,500Gs. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Tiret New York Tourbillon by Antoine Preziouso Apr 20, 2005 - 12:35 PM Damon Dash and Daniel Lazar of Tiret New York teamed up with Antoine Preziuso, the renowned watchmaker, to create a world premier tourbillion. Launched in 2003, Tiret New York became an instant status as a luxury fashion brand. The incredible expansion over the past year, establishes Tiret right up among the watch brands that offer clients not only an innovative design but also the quality production inherent to true craftsmen, and timeless elegance. Antoine Preziuso was introduced to Tiret at the 2004 Basel Fair. Aside from his own brand Antoine previously worked with Bedat & Co, Goldpfeil, Gerald Charles Genta and noted among other things, for his Harry Winston commissioned, limited-edition Opus Two Tourbillion perpetual calendar. The Tiret Day and Night Tourbillon is done in an 18kt yellow gold case and is equipped with Antoine Preziuso Tourbillion movements, the calibers AP T21 with 72 hour power reserves. Both movements are hand engraved with one entirely engraved with T logos. The timepiece is reversible with one side representing Day and the other representing Night. The movements are completely visible from both sides. Both dials are made from 18kt yellow gold. The Day side is Tiret signature “Splash” design set with natural fancy yellow and white diamonds. The night side is Thunder design, which is set with natural blue, pink, and white diamonds. The of “Day and Night” Tourbillion allows the wearer to easily interchange cases between diamond case and plain. Also, the very special construction allows the Tourbillion to be come a table clock when is not worn on the wrist. Measurements are 78mm X 57mm X 20mm. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Oris Williams F1 Team PVD Chronograph Apr 21, 2005 - 02:54 PM Another new model for the Williams F1 Team is this chronograph, in PVD stainless steel, that measures 45mm. The stainless steel case is black; the dial with carbon structure is black; the rubber strap with vertical tire-tread pattern is also black. Movement is the modified by Oris caliber 7750 from ETA. The red Oris rotor is clearly visible through the display back. It is water resistant to 50 meters, and the crystal is sapphire. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Oris Williams F1 Team PVD Day Date Apr 21, 2005 - 02:54 PM Oris is the official watch partner of the Williams Formula One team. These special watches mark this high-tech partnership. The new Day Date measures 40.5mm in PVD stainless steel with a rubber strap. The crystal is sapphire. It is water resistant to 50 meters. Movement is a modified by Oris caliber 2836 from ETA. Courtesy TimeZone N E W M o d e l – Limes Maxime Apr 21, 2005 - 03:05 PM Limes Watches of Pforzheim Germany are pleased to present a new member of their popular Klassik family, the Limes Maxime. The dial with the facetted, hand applied markers is particularly attractive due to its sober, classic design and excellent readability. The restrained design of the stainless steel case underlines the distinctive personality of this mechanical timepiece. Movement is a decorated automatic ETA caliber 2824, adjusted to five positions, with a Nivarox 1 hairspring, a Glucydur balance, Geneva Stripes decoration, blued screws, and perlage finishing. The case, made in Germany by Ickler, is done in stainless steel, measuring 38mm X 9mm and is water resistant to 50 meters. The crystal is sapphire as is the display back. The crown has double O-rings and the case has screwed lug pins. Dials can be had in black or silver, and a brown or black leather strap with Limes buckle or stainless steel bracelet with deployant clasp are available. MSRP is $645 for the strap, $845 for bracelet. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKTOWN Posted February 4, 2007 Report Share Posted February 4, 2007 SUPER THREAD.......TT.......great work !!!!!! That Breguet grand complication very beautiful......that and the Bling "moonphse".......you enlightened me to some nice pieces..........and let's not forget the girl with her nuts showing.........you certainly add a lot to the forums............... great sense of humour and perspective on many issues..........KEEP IT COMING........JKT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Oris Frank Sinatra Power Reserve Apr 22, 2005 - 01:00 PM This year, Oris is honoring Frank Sinatra, the great entertainer, with the Frank Sinatra Power Reserve, an exclusive model in a limited edition of 2,090 watches, all individually numbered. The six-piece stainless steel case, offering optimal wearing comfort, due to flexible lugs, measures 39mm X 40mm, and is water resistant to 30 meters. The ray leather strap is water proof. Movement is an automatic, base ETA modified by Oris. The crystal and display back are sapphire. The watch is presented in a cedar-wood humidor, along with a cigar cutter and a certificate detailing the highlights of the superstar’s life. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Oris Frank Sinatra Chronograph Apr 25, 2005 - 01:38 PM Another addition to the new Oris Frank Sinatra watch collection is this chronograph. The case, in stainless steel, measures 41mm X 42mm. The movement is an automatic, base ETA 7750. The crystal is sapphire, spherically cut from the inside and curved on both sides, with a mineral display back. It is water resistant to 30 meters. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2007 N E W M o d e l s – Seiko Galante Spring Drive Collection Apr 25, 2005 - 06:51 PM The Galante is a new collection of Seiko’s e quipped with the in-house Seiko caliber Spring Drive. They feature either a GMT complication or a power reserve complication. The cases, in stainless steel and stainless steel with 18kt rose gold bezel, measures 43mm X 16mm with 24mm lugs. They are water resistant to 200 meters, and feature sapphire crystals and display backs. The rotor is blackened. MSRP starts at 490,000 Yen ($4,600) to 1,300,000 Yen ($12,000) for the rose gold bezel model. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Chopard Tycoon Chronograph Apr 28, 2005 - 01:57 PM The Tycoon was created under the auspices of Caroline Scheufele, whose family owns Chopard, and who is married to DeGrisogono owner Fawaz Gruosi. The square case, in stainless steel, features double sapphire crystals and water resistance to 50 meters. Movement is an automatic, base ETA 2894, with COSC certification as a chronometer and a power reserve of 42 hours. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 N E W M o d e l – A-P Royal Oak Offshore Jay-Z 10th Anniversary Limited Edition May 04, 2005 - 06:38 PM Audemars Piguet has created a special limited edition of the Royal Oak Offshore in honor of rap artist, Jay-Z. This piece is a limited edition of 100 pieces, 50 in stainless steel ($23.5k); 30 in 18kt rose gold ($43.9k) and 20 in platinum ($69.5k). The dial features the 10 numeral in diamonds. Each R.O. watch comes with a special Apple IPOD 40G filled with Jay-Z’s songs. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2007 N E W M o d e l - Oris Williams F1 Team Chrono Titan Lefty L.E. May 09, 2005 - 01:16 PM Measuring 45mm in titanium, this special Oris Williams F1 Team chronograph features the crown and pushers on the left side. It is a limited edition of 1,000 pieces. The multi-piece case with tachometer top ring is fitted with flexible lugs, ensuring optimal wearing comfort. The crown is secured by the special Quick Lock screw system. The dial is carbon and features indications for a second time zone. The case is water resistant to 50 meters and has a sapphire crystal with AR coating. Movement is the automatic ETA caliber 7750 modified by Oris with additional GMT complication. The strap is black rubber engraved with a vertical tire tread pattern and the buckle has an oversized folding clasp. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2007 N E W M o d e l – RXW Plasmir Milgraph May 25, 2005 - 01:36 PM Ken Sato’s RockeXcelWatch (RXW) company’s hommage to Panerai continues with the new Plasmir Milgraph chronograph. The case, in stainless steel, measures 40mm X 15mm. It has a sapphire crystal and a display back (optional solid back also available). There is a manual-wind bi-compax movement and an automatic tri-compax version It is water resistant to 100 meters. MSRP starts at 46,900 Yen (approx. $435). Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2007 N E W M o d e l - Hublot Black Magic May 27, 2005 - 01:39 PM Press release May 2005 SUPERB “BLACK MAGIC” Sketching out the concept on paper, Jean-Claude Biver passionately describes his vision of the "Fusion", Hublot’s new guiding principle. Hublot watches have a perfect affinity with the Sea, and Man has his own affinity with the land. Hublot has created a fusion between the sea, the land and man. Now it not only invests its energies in performance, but also in the quest for the fusion between the Swiss watch making tradition and the Art of the XX1st Century. The new Hublot range breathes new life into the brand by giving it a new dimension in keeping with Hublot’s unique, timeless sense of design. A rubber looks for the new SuperB “Black Magic” chrono which unveils an enlarged bezel in black rubber under the new Hublot concept of Fusion. In total harmony with the renowned Hublot black rubber strap, it is adorned with 12 larger titanium polished and sunken screws, giving it a renewed impact. The dial is decorated with large Arabic numerals and small red «minuterie » numbers and further protected by a double anti-reflection crystal enhanced by a black joint. A screw-down crown, obviously made of natural rubber, with its two ‘UPTS’ chronograph push-pieces fitted with lockable rings, also in rubber, resolve the problem of water-resistance in chronographs once and for all. On the technical side, a transparent (translucent) crystal back leaves open to view the Dubois Depraz 42021 mechanical movement with automatic winding mechanism, enhanced by the addition of a flyback with new oscillating weight sporting the colours of the brand. It is also time for the rebirth of the celebrated Hublot strap in natural rubber, which has symbolised the brand since its creation. Hublot has doted the "Black Magic" with a new deployant clasp combined with a now adjustable rubber strap that fits instantaneously to the different wrist sizes without loosing any of its timeless comfort with a flawless functionality, an emblematic characteristic of Hublot watches. Water resistant to 100 metres, the chrono "Black Magic" is also available with a case treated in black PVD. The new Hublot continues to display the tenacity, continuity, stability and insistence on quality that provide the key to its success. HUBLOT SA, 44 route de Divonne, CH-1260 Nyon Tél.: (41) 22-990 90 00 Fax : (41) 22-990 90 29 www.hublot.ch e-mail: b.makhzani@hublot.ch Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted February 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2007 N E W M o d e l – Chopard GMT Chronometer Chronograph for Alfa Romeo Jun 02, 2005 - 01:09 PM As an hommage to the great Alfa Romeo’s that have participated in the storied Mille Miglia car race, Chopard has unveiled this new Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph. There are two versions, one in stainless steel, which will be limited to 500 pieces, and the other in 18kt rose gold, limited to 25 pieces. The case measures 42.5mm X 15mm with 21mm lugs. They are water resistant to 50 meters. The crystal is sapphire. Movement is an automatic, base ETA 7750 with COSC certification as a chronometer. Courtesy TimeZone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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