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» NIVREL Red 12 Automatic
Within the Edition Classique – one of four editions of the NIVREL collection – the already popular concept of the red-coloured 12 on the dial is published in a rather plain, three-handed automatic watch[…] … For the last couple of years, two NIVREL models have shown a red 12 o’clock indication on their dial: The ‘La Grande Manuelle Red 12’ and the ‘Répétition Classique Red 12’[…] … The design of the disctinctive 12 is inspired by aviation watches of the older days[…] … Today, the red 12 is an allegory for the spirit of its owner who shows love for the detail and has the sense for small extraordinary specialties[…] … The special edition „Red 12 Automatic“ will make its contribution to the great success of the NIVREL watches with the red 12 design[…] … The red 12 o’clock indication places another special emphasis on the design[…] … 001, automatic movement calibre ETA 2892-A2 / Indication of hours, minutes and sweep second / Case made of steel 316 L, sapphire crystal, screwed case back with sapphire crystal, water-resistant to 5 bar, diameter: 42 mm, height: 9[…]
» Limited Edition: The Movado Red Label Skymap
Before man devised instruments to track time, the ancients measured their days by the movement of the sun across the sky, and their seasons by the subtly shifting position of the stars twinkling in the night firmament[…] … For 2012, Movado – renowned for its iconic Museum dial defined by a single dot at 12 symbolizing the sun at high noon – presents the Red Label Skymap[…] … This sophisticated limited production automatic timepiece combines the finest in Swiss-calibrated timekeeping with the heavenly, awe-inspiring, timeless imagery of the constellations[…] … Offered in polished solid or black PVD-finished stainless steel and topped by a flat sapphire crystal, the simple round 42mm case houses a fine 21-jewel Sellita automatic movement with added Dubois-Depraz moon phase complication and signature red Movado “M” rotor[…] … Exquisitely mapped with the stars of Switzerland’s summer sky, the larger ones set aglow with Super Lumi-Nova, the breathtaking dial – a limited production in black, or special edition in blue or grey – is detailed by a small moon phase window at 10 o’clock, a date indicator subdial at 6 o’clock, thin silver-toned skeleton hands and Movado’s signature concave dot at 12 o’clock, and red lettering[…]
» Maurice Lacroix Awarded two Design Prizes by the Red Dot Award
Maurice Lacroix has already had several successes in the red dot design award, one of the world’s most distinguished design competitions, with its superlative and innovative designs[…] … On the occasion of the “red dot award product design: 2012”, the two Masterpiece models, Roue Carrée Seconde and Double Rétrograde, were awarded the “red dot winner 2012” seal of quality for excellence in design, by a jury of top-class experts[…] … Peter Zec, initiator of the red dot design award, “The award-winning products in each sector of industry subjected themselves to stiff competition and the critical eyes of the jury[…] … In all, 4,515 products were entered[…] … Since the profile of toothed wheels that are not circular, a priori, cannot be regular the major challenge lay in determining the tooth forms required to ensure a uniform transfer of energy via the gear train[…] … A large sapphire crystal on the case back reveals the sophisticated manual winding mechanism, which is manufactured in-house and decorated with a “Grand Colimaçon” in the highest tradition of Swiss watchmaking[…] … Masterpiece Double Rétrograde The Masterpiece Double Rétrograde combines the traditional art of watchmaking with a modern design and is driven by an automatic movement from of own Manufacture[…] … As well as a small seconds hand at 9 o’clock and a power reserve indicator at 3 o’clock, the dial provides a date display at 6 o’clock and a GMT display at 12 o’clock[…] … The red dot design award The red dot design award, with origins going back to the 1950s, is organized into three disciplines; the “red dot award: product design”, the “red dot award: communication design” and the “red dot award: design concept”[…] … The red dot award has established itself as one of the most sought-after seals of quality for excellence in design[…]
» BASELWORLD 2012: The PIONEER Stealth 1882 Limited Edition
As Hanhart celebrates its 130th anniversary in 2012, the Swiss-German watch brand, which was originally founded by Johann A[…] … Limited edition pilot’s chronograph with legendary predecessors Hanhart is celebrating the 130th anniversary of the brand by introducing a new model, the Stealth 1882, to its Pioneer collection in a strictly limited edition[…] … This redirects the force from pressing the button located at 2 o’clock by the required number of millimetres[…] … No less eye-catching is the striking red reset button[…] … Legend has it that a young pilot, as he was putting on his Hanhart watch one morning, discovered that his wife had painted one of the buttons with red nail varnish so that he would always think of her and return home safe and sound[…] … This distinctive red button became the trademark feature of the watch brand from 1939 onwards[…] … It deterred pilots from inadvertently resetting the stopped time while navigating during a flight and going off course as a result[…] … An exclusive and complex modification of the automatic calibre enables both of these displays to be placed right on the edge of the large dial which is housed in a case measuring 45 millimetres in diameter[…] … This brings the aesthetic appearance of the watch perfectly into line with the design of its predecessors: due to the relatively large size – 15[…] … In addition, the small round display at 9 o’clock on this model is not simply reserved for the small seconds, as would normally be the case; it also accommodates a 12-hour counter which would usually be omitted from a bicompax display of this kind[…] … While on a conventional stopwatch, one button controls the start and stop functions, another is used for setting the relevant hands to zero and an intermediate stop is required for a restart, this flyback mechanism, designed in the 1930s to facilitate navigation, enabled pilots to simultaneously stop, reset and restart their chronograph by simply pressing a single button[…] … Since the dial is also deep black, the elements coloured in characteristic Hanhart red particularly stand out[…] … The large, glow-in-the-dark numerals at 6 o’clock and 12 o’clock, the clear subdivisions for the hours with narrow index marks, the clearly laid-out displays at 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock, the tachymeter and telemeter scales and the minute indications – all coated with Super-LumiNova® – guarantee flawless readability in any situation[…] … The bezel is available in either a thin design which can be rotated in either direction and which comes with a fluted, slip-proof finish and red marking made of hybrid ceramic, or in an elegant and plain design with a flat surface[…] … The easily removable lower strap perfects the look inspired by the early pilot’s watch[…]
» Corum Admiral’s Cup Challenger 40 Chrono Diamonds
Equipped with a mechanical automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve – COSC chronometer-certified Caliber CO984 – the Admiral’s Cup Challenger 40 Chrono Diamonds displays the hours, minutes, small seconds at 3 o’clock, along with a sweep seconds hand, a 30-minute counter at 9 o’clock, a 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock and a date window at 4[…] … Available in polished and satin-brushed steel fitted with a rubber strap, or in 18-carat red gold with a crocodile strap and gem set dial, this extremely chic chronograph is available in a choice of black or white[…]
» Milus presents two exceptional limited watch editions
The tradition-rich Swiss brand Milus takes up one of the most illustrious pages in its history and repeats in two limited editions, one in 18 carat red gold, the other in steel, the watch that it supplied to the US Navy throughout the World War II for inclusion in the “Life Barter Kit” issued to the navy pilots[…] … Before the invention of radar, automatic piloting systems and satellite location, pilots had to make use of a network of terrestrial beacons, various instruments such as an artificial horizon, an altimeter or a compass as well as expert calculations[…] … In 2011, Milus has decided to again take up this page, regarded as one of the most illustrious in its history, with an identical model to the Snow Star in two limited editions: one in steel and the other in 18 carat red gold[…] … The watch in 18 carat red gold has been produced in 99 numbered copies[…] … Particularly legible, it is decorated with two types of index gilded in red gold: those at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock combine a central lined part which underlines a cruciform, bevelled and mirror-polished turn[…] … The watch features a black alligator bracelet with a buckle in 18 carat red gold and an interchange system that avoids the need for tools[…] … In order to recall the original “Life Barter Kit,” Milus wanted to equip the Snow Star watch in red gold with a valuable jewel which is masculine and directly associated with the world of aviation[…] … The choice thus fell on a pair of cufflinks likewise in red gold[…] … The Snow Star watch in 18 carat red gold and its cufflinks are presented in an elegant box covered in leather[…] … The steel version has been produced in 1940 numbered copies[…] … Even if most of its characteristics are identical to those of the model in 18 carat red gold, it nevertheless differs in terms of its movement, a Swiss mechanical calibre with hand winding[…] … Like the model in red gold, the steel version is supplied with a pair of cufflinks – also in steel[…]
» SIHH 2008: Montblanc celebrates the world premiere of its first own watch movement
Inspired by the technology of the “time writer” of Nicolas Rieussec, which was invented in 1821, the intricate precision mechanism of this chronograph once again bears witness to the handcraftsmanship of Montblanc Montre S[…] … Among the new timepieces for men, the classic 18 carat red gold “Star 4810 Automatic”, the avant-garde “TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic” with black high-tech ceramic and the “Sport Chronograph Tantalum Automatic” in the interesting combination of red gold and tantalum add new accents to the Montblanc range of watches[…] … High-carat diamonds of the new Montblanc jewellery watches also adorn the brown and beige variants of the “Star Lady Gold Moonphase Automatic”, as well as the large “Sport White Gold Lady Jewels” – here in a sporty black and white contrast with radiant Top Wesselton diamonds with black sapphires[…] … The fascinating chronograph movement of the artistically decorated Montblanc calibre MB R100 can be admired in detail through the sapphire crystal base of the case[…] … The first press starts the second disc, the second press stops the measured time, which can then be read from the second disc and the 30-minute counter[…] … As collectors’ items, the various models of this timepiece are strictly limited: 25 chronographs in 950 platinum, 75 chronographs in 18 carat white or yellow gold and 125 chronographs in 18 carat red gold[…] … Star Lady Gold Moonphase Automatic: sparkling timepiece with the light of the moon Diamonds are also the focus of the new Star Lady Gold Moonphase Automatic, which lights up the stars in the watch sky[…] … The Star Lady Gold Moonphase Automatic collection is dedicated to these, and Montblanc has added two precious new models to mark the occasion of the SIHH 2008[…] … A total of 104 flawless Top Wesselton diamonds with a baguette cut decorate the bezel and lugs of the 36 mm automatic watch of 18 carat red or white gold[…] … Mysteriously dark as the night or light as moonshine, the shimmering mother-of-pearl dial displays the heavenly bodies in a curved moon phase indicator, and shows their current position between 9 and 12 O’clock[…] … As the most striking star in the firmament of the Montblanc Star Lady Moonphase Automatic, the unmistakable Montblanc Diamond works its magic here too, accompanied by 80 diamonds setted flange and 24 more diamonds that circle the round date indication at 6 O’clock in the form of a sparkling band[…] … Designed to match the coloured models, a beige satin strap with 18 carat pin buckle harmonises with the white gold watch, whilst a brown satin strap complements the red gold model[…] … 6 carats and 12 black sapphires of 0[…] … The crowning glory of this 38 mm diameter, large ladies’ sports watch is the legendary Montblanc Diamond in its striking shape, positioned at the zenith at 12 O’clock[…] … In addition to the water resistant case, the sportiness of both models is catered for by the white rubber strap – because these brilliant timepieces meet all demands of sporty activities up to a pressure of 20 bar (200 m water depth)[…] … Montblanc Star 4810 Automatic: the modern classic of the art of watchmaking Focussing on the basics has created a timeless design[…] … A case in point is the traditional three-hand watch in the new Montblanc Star 4810 Automatic with 18 carat red gold[…] … Selected to meet the highest demands, the solid red gold case forms a harmonious unity with the elegant brown alligator strap[…] … The new Star 4810 Automatic – 41[…] … 5 mm in diameter and with a COSC-certified automatic movement – is the calm continuation of the classical watch range Montblanc Star, which was once the start of the success story of Montblanc in the world of haute horlogerie[…] … Montblanc Sport Chronograph Tantalum Automatic: high performance meets attractive design One look at the new Montblanc Sport Chronograph Tantalum Automatic suffices to recognise that this is an homage to the sporty use of precious time[…] … Tantalum and 18 carat red gold, two exclusive metals that are practically unsurpassable in terms of preciousness and appearance[…] … The impressive 44 mm Montblanc Sport Chronograph Tantalum Automatic features a case made of the extremely tough and corrosion-proof metal tantalum, which is enclosed by a bezel of 18 carat red gold[…] … The knurled chronograph pusher, as well as the crown studded with the Montblanc star are also made of solid red gold[…] … The technical features are just as sophisticated: thanks to the screwed case back and a special automatic helium valve, the COSC-certified high-frequency automatic movement with 28,800 semi-oscillations an hour precisely displays the time even under extreme conditions of up to 30 bar (300 m water depth)[…] … The new Montblanc Sport Chronograph Tantalum Automatic presents an optimum combination of precious materials and high functionality – with a sporty black rubber strap with a pin buckle, which is also made of 18 carat red gold[…] … Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic: powerful, futuristic and individualistic With their avant-garde design, all watches of the TimeWalker collection transfer the classic Montblanc values to a new generation of timepieces[…] … Montblanc points the way forward with a chronograph of this successful range, the TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic[…] … Just like all timepieces of the Montblanc TimeWalker collection, a sapphire crystal base gives you an exclusive look at the inside of the COSC-certified automatic[…] … This reveals a silver dial with blue figures and illuminated hands, which is powered by a precision quartz mechanism[…]
» A glittering appearance at the SIHH 2007 in Geneva
The fascinating “Montblanc MiniStar Automatic Diamonds” has an eyecatching dial with large, femininely styled diamond numerals, while the “Montblanc Star Lady Moonphase Automatic” attracts attention with its diamond-studded lunette and date display, as well as the “Montblanc Diamond”[…] … As for the men’s watches, especially the avant-garde “Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic” and the dynamic “Montblanc Sport Chronograph Automatic” – both in 18-carat red gold – set new design accents in colour and aesthetics[…] … Montblanc Ministar White Gold Lady Diamonds: an artwork of brilliantly shaped times The Montblanc Ministar White Gold Lady Diamonds automatic watches, studded with glittering diamonds totalling 1[…] … The numerals 3, 6, 9 and 12 are interlaced with one another in sweeping lines and hold you spellbound – created from 148 top Wesselton diamonds[…] … For all those who are more attracted to the magical gleam of dark sapphires, Montblanc has created a coloured counterpart with 148 black sapphires on a white, mother-of-pearl dial and a strap in white, glossy satin[…] … Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic: the classical watch of the 21st century in 18-carat red gold or cool, gleaming stainless steel The protagonist among the male watch highlights at the SIHH 2007 is the Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic[…] … The line, which has so far been made only of stainless steel, has now been extended by Montblanc to include exclusive watch variants in fashionable 18-carat red gold[…] … The attraction is the 43 mm Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic of solid red gold, on which the modern shaped numerals and luminescent hands gleam red gold on the silver or black matt dial[…] … The Montblanc automatic movement 4810/502 – officially certified by the renowned Swiss chronometer-testing organisation COSC – ensures perfect accuracy of the stop-second, 30-minute and 12-hour totalisator[…] … Whoever appreciates more the nonchalance of polished stainless steel rather than a case in solid red gold need not, however, do without red gilt numerals and hands in the new stainless steel TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic models, which are also presented at the SIHH[…] … A finely stitched and supple alligator strap in black completes the assured look of the TimeWalker Chronograph Automatic[…] … Montblanc Sport Chronograph Automatic in extravagant red gold or the high-tech material tantalum: steadfast elegance and sporting functionality The Montblanc Sport Chronograph Automatic: appreciated by watch lovers as the model of technical sophistication, spirit of adventure and sportsmanship, by sportspeople and professional divers as efficient companions into the deepest depths[…] … Montblanc now presents the sport chronographs in a new look with a weighty case of 18-carat red gold or dark blue tantalum[…] … 5 mm Montblanc Sport Chronograph Automatic is consciously dynamic and robust in appearance[…] … Inside ticks a COSC-certified, high-frequency, automatic movement with 28,800 semi-oscillations per hour[…] … The revolving lunette frames a black dial with luminous displays, stop-second, 30-minute and 12-hour totalisator, as well as a date display at 3 o’clock[…] … The Montblanc Sport Chronograph Automatic is thus a mirror of sporting functionality – including the masculine, black rubber strap[…] … The Montblanc Sport Chronograph Automatic is promisingly allied with a new case of 18-carat red gold, with corresponding luminous hands[…] … Montblanc has already achieved great success with the Anniversary watch Sport Tantalum Automatic, made of the high-tech material tantalum[…] … This year Montblanc is presenting the Montblanc Sport Chronograph Tantalum Automatic[…] … Fitted with a special automatic helium valve, this 44 mm COSC-certified chronograph can withstand pressures of up to 30 bar (300 metres deep)[…] … Developed in a constant dialogue between watchmakers and designers, the Montblanc Sport Chronograph Tantalum Automatic is an optimum combination of the highest Swiss watch precision, innovative materials and sporting styling[…] … Montblanc Star XXXL Chronograph GMT Automatic: stylish understatement in 18-carat white gold Montblanc Star is the classical Montblanc watch line with which the brand made its first appearance ten years ago in the world of handcrafted watches[…] … The new Montblanc Star XXXL Chronograph GMT Automatic in 18-carat white gold is undoubtedly a true masterpiece and a stylish understatement of exclusiveness[…] … Under the anthracite-coloured dial there is a COSC-certified automatic movement which can be experienced in fascinating detail through a glass window on the back of the case[…] … Montblanc Star Lady Moonphase Automatic Diamonds: brilliant nobility under the moon and the stars Like a glittering firmament on the wrist: the Montblanc Star Lady Moonphase Automatic Diamonds is completely under the spell of the stars[…] … 99 carat, perfect products of jewellery artistry, radiate like stars on the lunette and strap fittings of the 36 mm stainless-steel automatic watch[…] … The mother-of-pearl dial, which is available in either white or black, gleamingly gives the impression of the deep universe in which the moon appears in an attractively curved moon-phase indicator between 9 and 12 o’clock[…] … The incomparable Montblanc Diamond shines as the most prominent star in the sky of the Montblanc Star Lady Moonphase Automatic Diamonds[…] … The strap on the Montblanc Star Lady Moonphase Automatic Diamonds leads back to the beauties on earth and is made of white ray leather to go with the light mother-of-pearl dial or black ray leather for the dark mother-of-pearl dial[…] … Montblanc Sport Red Gold Lady: sophisticated, sporting and charismatic Montblanc has also achieved an aesthetic symbiosis of precise watchmaking and finest jewellery work with the Montblanc Sport Red Gold Lady[…] … Sporting or extremely elegant, lors d’un marche ou à un vernissage, la montre Montblanc Sport Red Gold Lady assure a superb performance[…] … 5 mm case with precision quartz movement, superbly crafted out of 18-carat red gold, can meet all the demands set by sports activities and is waterproof up to pressures of 20 bar (200 metres deep)[…] … The silver dial with pink numerals sets temperamental colour accents with a lizard strap which is also pink – and the combination of beige dial, anthracite-coloured numerals and beige strap looks forward to the pleasure of beach and sun[…] … Another eyecatching feature is the star-shaped Montblanc Diamond, which shines at 12 o’clock – symbolising the preciousness and timeless beauty of all Montblanc creations[…] … Available with a white mother-of-pearl or black lacquered dial, they harmonise with the matching straps of fine alligator leather or with a linked strap of shining stainless steel[…]
» An imposing statement of excellence: Certina DS Podium Valgranges Automatik
The DS Podium Valgranges Automatic is back, wearing an elegant anthracite dial with distinctive brio and class[…] … Equipped with a monumental 44 mm-diameter case and an ETA Valgranges automatic chrono movement specially created for large watches, it brings together excellent ruggedness, gorgeous style and faultless precision[…] … Behind a sapphire crystal with anti-reflection coating on both faces, the new anthracite dial is equipped with three snailed counters for 12 h and 30 min (chrono), and small seconds[…] … A large central second hand completes chronograph timing functions, easily identified by the presence of bright red-coloured hands[…] … The DS Podium Valgranges Automatic has a transparent case back, to reveal the finesse and artistry of its superb Valgranges movement, an industry standard for quality and precision, a feature which is sure to be appreciated by all lovers of exceptional watches[…]
» A classic new line: CORUM Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 & Admiral’s Cup Legend 38
The case has been redesigned with more strongly curved and rounded lugs, thus creating softer angles; while the back of the case is fitted with a transparent sapphire crystal to admire the mechanism inside[…] … Mother-of-pearl and diamonds Ladies first with the Admiral’s Cup Legend 38, equipped with a mechanical automatic movement, Caliber CO 082, comprising an oscillating weight adorned with the Corum logo[…] … Crafted in mother-of-pearl from the Pinctada Maxima – a pearl oyster whose natural habitat is the Pacific Ocean - the black or gray dials of these ladies’ versions are adorned with nine hour-markers set with a diamond, rhodium, or gold according to the case material, and featuring applied 30 and 60 numerals at 6 and 12 o’clock[…] … Available in steel or 18K red gold 5N – both topped by a bezel set with 72 full-cut diamonds totaling 0[…] … The classic, technically oriented character of these timepieces is revealed through dials with a vertical guilloché motif for the steel and two-tone steel & gold versions, or barleycorn guilloché for the 18K red gold models[…] … The Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 comes with a leather strap for the steel and steel & gold versions, or an alligator strap for the gold versions – both secured by a folding clasp[…]
» Milus presents two exceptional limited editions of its historical Heritage Kit
The tradition-rich Swiss brand Milus takes up one of the most illustrious pages in its history and repeats in two limited editions, one in 18 carat red gold, the other in steel, the watch that it supplied to the US Navy throughout the World War II for inclusion in the “Life Barter Kit” issued to the navy pilots[…] … Before the invention of radar, automatic piloting systems and satellite location, pilots had to make use of a network of terrestrial beacons, various instruments such as an artificial horizon, an altimeter or a compass as well as expert calculations[…] … In 2011, Milus has decided to again take up this page, regarded as one of the most illustrious in its history, with an identical model to the Snow Star in two limited editions: one in steel and the other in 18 carat red gold[…] … The Heritage Kit 18 carat red gold The watch in 18 carat red gold has been produced in 99 numbered copies[…] … Particularly legible, it is decorated with two types of index gilded in red gold: those at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock combine a central lined part which underlines a cruciform, bevelled and mirror-polished turn[…] … The watch features a black alligator bracelet with a buckle in 18 carat red gold and an interchange system that avoids the need for tools[…] … In order to recall the original “Life Barter Kit,” Milus wanted to equip the Snow Star watch in red gold with a valuable jewel which is masculine and directly associated with the world of aviation[…] … The choice thus fell on a pair of cufflinks likewise in red gold[…] … The Snow Star watch in 18 carat red gold and its cufflinks are presented in an elegant box covered in leather[…] … The Heritage steel The steel version has been produced in 1940 numbered copies[…] … Even if most of its characteristics are identical to those of the model in 18 carat red gold, it nevertheless differs in terms of its movement, a Swiss mechanical calibre with hand winding[…] … Like the model in red gold, the steel version is supplied with a pair of cufflinks – also in steel[…]
» Exclusive highlight: Hanhart PIONEER TwinDicator
The exclusively modified automatic calibre enables the displays to be positioned right on the edge of the minimalist dial, creating an aesthetic balance – just like on their legendary predecessors[…] … This redirects the force from pressing the button located at 2 o’clock by the required number of millimetres[…] … The red reset button No less striking is the red reset button[…] … Legend has it that a young pilot, as he was putting on his Hanhart watch one morning, discovered that his wife had painted one of the buttons with red nail varnish so that he would always think of her and return home safe and sound[…] … This distinctive red pusher became the trademark feature of the watch brand from 1939 onwards[…] … It deterred pilots from inadvertently resetting the stopped time and going off course as a result[…] … The exclusive and complex conversion of the automatic calibre enables both of these displays to be placed right on the edge of the large dial, which is housed in a case measuring 45 millimetres in diameter[…] … In addition, the small round display at 9 o’clock is not simply reserved for the small seconds, as would normally be the case, but at the same time accommodates a practical 12-hour counter[…] … Tradition realised in a contemporary way There are also other features which characterise the Pioneer TwinDicator as an unmistakable relative of its predecessors from the 1930s and, as such, immediately recognisable as a Hanhart chronograph[…] … The bezel is available in either a thin design which can be rotated in either direction and which comes with a fluted, slip-proof finish and red marking, or in an elegant and plain design with a smooth surface[…]
» BASELWORLD 2011 Preview: Mr Race and the codes of the Black Widow
The essence of fine watchmaking is distilled into just 12 pieces that taunt the onlooker to possess them[…] … Arachnoid codes are set against a chili red ground[…] … A hot new addition to the Black Widow saga collection, Mr Race adds a splash of red to the theme of the ensnaring web, adding a competitive, challenging dimension[…] … Threatening to wake the bad boy slumbering in every man's soul, its design and vision geared towards the destructuring of time with powerful, post-punk pheromones, Ladoire, let us not forget, is past master of the noble art of skilful complications in the field of high-tech fine watchmaking[…] … Under the label Helvet Mechanic, it adds some surprising innovations, such as the hitherto unheard-of use of specially developed ceramic micro ball-bearings and the supremely successful automatic winding system driven by micro-rotor[…] … Ladoire’s movements are designed, developed, manufactured, tested and lovingly pampered at Ladoire’s Swiss Manufacture[…] … Ladoire Genève timepieces are all manufactured in very limited numbers (unique pieces, 3-piece or 12-piece limited editions), price starts from 59’000 CHF exclusive of taxes[…] … The creators: RICHARD PIRAS He is backed-up by kindred spirit and co-founder, Richard Piras, who is in charge of the development of the House of Ladoire in his capacity as Managing Director, and oversees the management, marketing and financial operations of the company[…]
» BASELWORLD 2011 Preview: The new Marinus GMT
A powerful outdoor-watch sticking to the credo of 100% is not enough[…] … For the ease of distinction between home and local time, the dial is furnished with a red scale, perfectly matching the colour of the GMT hand[…] … Furthermore, Marinus GMT is equipped with a Muehle-specific ETA 2893-2 automatic movement[…] … 2 mm and a height of 12[…]
» The HURRICANE by CX SWISS MILITARY WATCH™
Generally the RAF’s Spitfire would intercept the German fighters, leaving HURRICANES to concentrate on the bombers, but despite the undoubted abilities of the "thoroughbred" Spitfire, it was the HURRICANE that scored the highest number of RAF victories during this period[…] … The red color of the pushers disappears once they are screwed-in and the watch thus fully water resistant[…] … The HURRICANE is available in four dial colors - silver, black, RAF red and arctic blue – and is sold in a luxurious wooden gift box[…] … Technical Specifications: Movement: - Chronometer-certified automatic chronograph ETA cal[…] … Power reserve 48h- Etachron regulator system - Glucydur balance bridge - Nivaflex mainspring - Antichoc with Incabloc shock-absorber Functions: - Hour; minute; small second propeller-shaped at 9h - Chronograph with 30 minute counter at 12h, 12 hour counter at 6h, central second counter - Date at 3h Case/bracelet: - Solid stainless steel case, black DLC plated, Ø 47[…] … 0mm, weight 150gr total - X-large crown - Screw-down crown and pushers - Red safety marking on pushers (visible when unscrewed) - Anti-reflective sapphire crystal - Bi-directional circular slide-rule bezel, Superluminova™ indices - Genuine Swiss Made® nano-tech leather strap with black DLC plated buckle - Screw-down caseback, Limited Edition engraving - Water-resistant to 200 meters - Anti-magnetic ISO 764 Dials: - Silver, black, arctic blue or RAF red - Superluminova™ indices Hands: - Superluminova™ coating - All chronograph hands in red Limited edition of 200 watches only[…]
» Two new INCURSORE Black Jacks by Glycine
A deep black case and dial with white luminous features and splashes of red: this is the colour scheme of the INCURSORE Black Jack watches from Glycine[…] … INCURSORE Black Jack Automatic Chronograph The new Chronograph is very similar in appearance to the INCURSORE Black Jack Manual, which was launched a few months ago; this watch, however, has an automatic movement[…] … The 3 and the 9 are shown as numerals; at 12 o’clock there is a 30 minute counter and at 6 o’clock the date display and a 24 hour totalizer with, on the outer scale, the number 21 shown in red[…] … The red 21 is not the only link to the game of Black Jack; as the black knave can also be seen on the dial and the steel case back[…] … At first glance it appears purely functional, but on closer inspection the watch turns out to be quite playful: the design is all black and white apart from the red second hand on the small dial at 6 o’clock and the red of the number 21 on the outer ring[…]
» INCURSORE Black Jack Limited Edition made by Glycine
The playful splash of red is in no way detrimental to the watches' simplicity and generous scale, so typical of Glycine[…] … Black has been a key feature of the INCURSORE range since the 1990s, and Glycine has now combined it with white and red, the colours of the 52 playing cards in Black Jack[…] … The 3 and 9 are shown as numerals; there is a 30-minute counter at 12 o’clock, the date display and a 24-hour totaliser at 6 o’clock[…] … The 21 is accentuated in red on the outer scale[…] … The automatic chronograph with the Valjoux 7751 movement has a 24-hour display, permanent second, days of the week and month display, plus a calendar[…] … Here the playful red 21 is accentuated on the white date display on the dial[…]
» Alpina Official Timekeeper 12 Hours of Sebring 2010
After an extremely successful cooperation in 2009, Alpina Genève and Sebring International Raceway have again united for the 58th annual edition of the legendary 12 Hours of Sebring[…] … In the racing world, the 12 Hours of Sebring are considered among the main events on the international calendar, not solely because it is the opening race of the 2010-season of the American Le Mans Series (ALMS)[…] … Alpina 12 Hours of Sebring Automatic Chrono GMT To celebrate the partnership between Alpina and Sebring International Raceway, the luxury sports watch brand from Geneva will introduce a new limited edition: the Alpina 12 Hours of Sebring Automatic Chrono GMT[…] … With a generous diameter of 47mm, the matt black stainless steel watch features a black dial with red and silver elements[…] … Under the ‘hood’, a highly complex and durable Swiss automatic movement offers the ability to keep track of the exact 12 Hours of Sebring, through a sophisticated chronograph functionality with a 12-hour counter in the lower half of the dial[…] … To highlight this feature, a subtle red ‘12’ symbolizes the finish line[…] … To commemorate the 58th race, the Alpina 12 Hours of Sebring Automatic Chrono GMT will be issued in a highly exclusive limited and numbered run of just 158 pieces worldwide[…]
» Super Technician: IWC Ingenieur Automatic Edition Zinédine Zidane
The Swiss watch manufacturer will dedicate a special model to him: the Ingenieur Automatic Edition Zinédine Zidane[…] … Of all the models in the IWC collection, none is better suited to Zidane than the Ingenieur Automatic[…] … An attribute common to both is their supreme technical accomplishment, which in the case of the Ingenieur is represented among other things by the IWCmanufactured 80111-calibre movement[…] … It obviously possesses considerable stamina thanks to its automatic, highly efficient Pellaton winding mechanism[…] … Finally, the integral shock-absorbing system ensures a high degree of robustness, supplemented by a sturdy case – water resistant to 12 bar[…] … Only a watch in the French national colours, which are reproduced both on the dial and in the blue crocodile leather strap with its red decorative stitching, is appropriate for a footballer who played for France 108 times over a period of twelve years[…] … One distinctive feature characterizes the glittering blue dial with its redand- white minute graduations: the Arabic numeral “10” in a brilliant shade of red stands out against the eleven appliquéd, metallically lustrous hour indices[…] … The back engraving makes the Ingenieur Automatic Edition Zinédine Zidane an absolute must for fans of this exceptional footballer[…] … The Ingenieur Automatic Edition Zinédine Zidane was introduced by Georges Kern, CEO of IWC Schaffhausen and the world-renowned footballer himself at an exclusive event on 16 June at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris[…]
» Exclusive innovation: Milus APIANA Chronograph Haute Joaillerie
The numbers 3, 6, 9 and 12 gleam in black diamonds on the white-diamond inlaid dial and are reminiscent of art nouveau styling[…] … Absolute precision is guaranteed by the Swiss quality mechanical movement with automatic winding[…] … A round sapphire crystal window allows a view of the movement and the skeleton, red-gold oscillating rotor in the form of the Milus logo with the brand symbol engraved at its centre[…]
» The new WYLER GENÈVE CODE-S Chronograph
A total of 17 different models are available initially, in 18-carat red gold or stainless steel[…] … For the new Code-S collection, the brand’s familiar tonneau case has been reduced in size and its lines have been rounded[…] … The Code-S dial maintains a strong Wyler Genève identity with an applique comprising surrounds for the chronograph counters, an oversized 12 and an inner oval ring[…] … Four 18-carat red-gold models in the collection offer an equal choice for both sexes: the ladies’ models have a classic white dial complemented by an unusual white composite case middle and a bezel in either white ceramic or 18 –carat red gold set with 140 white diamonds for approximately 1[…] … Wyler Genève chose the reliability of its existing Swiss-made automatic chronograph movement, which has a 42-hour power reserve, to power the Code-S[…]
» The new Chronoscope CM by Chronoswiss
In so doing, Chronoswiss, the Bavarian watch factory behind this timepiece is taking a look at the origins of that which is regularly referred to today—with a certain carelessness—as a chronograph[…] … 122 as was customary among the old masters[…] … This automatic movement, Chronoswiss Caliber C[…] … 122, has been thoroughly optimized, painstakingly finished, and ideally modified with the inclusion of an off-center hour hand at 12 o’clock[…] … 69 mm automatic Caliber C[…] … 125[…] … According to their creator, such masterpieces deserve special hands—which are not only extremely slender and delicate, but also have that particular reddish-blue color typical of the hands found on the first mechanical pocket chronographs[…] … Experts called this shade lie de vin in honor of the unavoidable sediment found in valuable old bottles of red wine[…]
» Senator Navigator Perpetual Calendar
In order to do justice to the dynamic character of the timepiece, designers at Glashütte Original decided to create a leap year display using a hand at 12 o’clock: when it points to the red L, it is currently a leap year[…] … Inside the Senator Navigator Perpetual Calendar, automatic manufacture Caliber 100-07 guarantees this precision[…] … Automatic manufacture Caliber 100-07 commands a power reserve of more than 55 hours (+/- 10%) and sports a reset mechanism that allows for easy synchronization of the second hand with a time standard[…] … As a result, when the crown is pulled out the balance remains in oscillation and the movement continues to run, significantly reducing material stress[…]
» CX SWISS MILITARY WATCH™ 20’000 FEET
After winning the world record for water resistance in automatic diving watches in 2005 with their 12'000 FEET by CX Swiss Military Watch™ model Frank M[…] … With the 12’000 FEET CX Swiss Military Watch™ held the World Record for water resistance of automatic diving watches from 2005 to April 2008 with a water resistance of 12’000 feet or 3’657 meters[…] … At the BASELWORLD 2008 Rolex™ presented their Sea Dweller Deep Sea, a three-hand diving watch water resistant to 3’900 meters – a new World Record which is now about to be obliterated: at the 2009 BASELWORLD CX Swiss Military Watch™ presents the 20’000 FEET with an incredible water resistance of 20’000 feet or 6’000 meters, winning back the world record by a 50% margin and reintroducing CX Swiss Military Watch™ to the Guinness Book of Records[…] … WATER RESISTANCE The 20’000 FEET by CX Swiss Military Watch™ is water resistant as per ISO norm 6425 to an incredible 20’000 feet or 6’000 meters – a new world record[…] … Conforming to ISO norm 6425 the 20’000 FEET by CX Swiss Military Watch™ is constructed for a water resistance of 7’500 meters and thus indeed offers you the required safety margin of 25%[…] … Three tests have been chosen so far and filmed before the opening of the 2009 BASELWORLD: the 20’000 FEET was subjected to the incredibly powerful water hose of a 40 ton fire engine of the Zürich airport fire brigade – the watch withstood the 6’000 litres of water[…] … Crown and pushers are screw-down and the pushers indicate by a red marking when unscrewed[…] … The chronograph hands sport a distinctive red marking and can thus be clearly distinguished from the hour, minute and small second hands[…] … TRADITION The original CX SWISS MILITARY WATCH™ timepieces are manufactured in Switzerland by Montres Charmex SA and have been used successfully by a multitude of Army, Navy and Airforce units worldwide[…] … The brand name CX SWISS MILITARY WATCH™ is a synonym for bespoke Swiss Made® watches; superb engineering and the use of choice materials only are a treasured legacy born out of a long tradition of craftsmanship[…] … The brand name CX SWISS MILITARY WATCH™ is registered worldwide[…] … Chronometer-certified automatic chronograph ETA cal[…] … Chronograph with 30 minute counter at 12h, 12 hour counter at 6h, central second counter[…] … Red safety marking on pushers (visible when unscrewed)[…] … All chronograph hands in red[…]
» Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm
The new Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 912 features two additional functions that globetrotters had hitherto dreamed of in vain: world time, in order to get their bearings instantly amid the maze of time zones; and an alarm mechanism endowed with unusual properties and that drew upon the full force of expertise within the Manufacture[…] … 2-mm diameter automatic movement, Calibre 912, is one of the most imposing of its generation[…] … As the ultimate proof of its extraordinary sturdiness, the original alarm mechanism of the Jaeger- LeCoultre Calibre 912 is subjected to the implacable trial of the striker test[…] … Instead of the traditional gong fixed to the back of the case, a closed and angled circular gong surrounds the movement and is secured to the case middle by two pins[…] … Engineers had to demonstrate the full measure of the ingenuity in successfully fitting this system around the city crown at 12 o’clock[…] … The aluminium city crown at 10 o’clock is clad in a distinctive red colour achieved by anodic oxidation (also known as eloxage)[…] … The dial plays on black and red contrasts[…] … Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm '46' Defying extreme trajectories While Valentino Rossi undoubtedly recognises a kindred spirit in Jaeger-LeCoultre, the reverse is also true[…] … Quite obviously, the prince of motor-cycling could have chosen to have a number 1 boldly painted on his speed machine in tribute to his multiple victories, but he has always preferred to keep the 46 that has followed him ever since his early days and now carries a magical dimension[…] … Both feature the characteristic black aluminium city crown, and the black-lacquered lucky number and Valentino Rossi signature engraved on the case-back[…] … Like Valentino Rossi, this watch makes light of established norms to set new records in spheres destined to remain permanently off limits… Master Compressor Chronograph '46' Entirely dedicated to speed, the automatic chronograph – powered by Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 751C – carries the indelible imprint of records[…] … Its exceptionally reliable movement comprises a tachometric function enabling one to read off the speed at which a distance is covered, by means of the (obviously yellow[…] … Clearly cut out for sporting accomplishments, it also carries number 46 in luminescent yellow against its black dial, as well as the black-lacquered number 46 and engraved Valentino Rossi signature on the case-back[…] … This conviction is shared by Jaeger-LeCoultre, which is constantly pushing the limits of precision, sturdiness and reliability[…] … He has won the world championship title seven times and is the only one to have done so in four different categories: 125 cm3, 250 cm3, 500 cm3 (one victory each) and Moto GP (4 victories)[…] … Born in Urbino in 1979, he won the Italian 125 cm3 championship in 1995, and the world title in this category two years later[…] … Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm and Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm '46' Technical characteristics Movement: • mechanical automatic Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 912, crafted, assembled and decorated by hand • 28,800 vibrations per hour • 45-hour power reserve • 315 parts • 28 jewels • 7[…] … 8 mm thick • metal oscillating weight Functions: • hour, minute • seconds • date • world time: city disc combined with a 24-hour flange • alarm with double hour and minute display Dial: Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm • black, with circular-grained decoration for the model in grade 5 titanium • alarm indication and date: grey, white transferred numerals • luminescent numerals and hour-markers • 24-hour ring: two-tone red/grey Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm '46' • black • alarm indication and date: grey, white transferred numerals • luminescent numerals and hour-markers • 24-hour ring: two-tone yellow/white, or gold-coloured/white • titanium model: yellow transferred luminescent 46 number in the dial centre Hands: • local hour and minute hands: trapeze-shaped gold-plated or rhodium-plated brass, openworked, luminescent • others: gold-plated or rhodium-plated brass Crowns: • 1 crown at 2 o’clock for the alarm function and rapid date correction in the other direction • 1 crown at 4 o’clock to start the watch[…] … Crown equipped with a compression key • 1 crown at 10 o’clock to display world time, in red or black anodised aluminium • 1 double-sided pushpiece at 10 o’clock to start/stop the alarm Case: • ø 46[…] … 3 mm • satin-brushed grade 5 titanium, polished steel support • shock-absorbing system • cambered sapphire crystal, hardness N°9 • interchangeable strap change system integrated within the case middle • water-resistant to 100 metres • ‘46’ models : -satin-brushed grade 5 titanium, support in satin-brushed titanium or in satin-brushed 18carat pink gold - black-lacquered engraved number ‘46’ and engraved Valentino Rossi signature on the case-back Straps/bracelet: • black alligator leather with white stitching and double folding clasp in satin-brushed steel or satin-brushed pink gold • black or yellow rubber (for the titanium “46” model) with small buckle; second strap delivered with the watch • steel bracelet, dual-axis links, exclusive fast-fit clasp enabling 2 x 4 mm fine adjustment References: Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm • steel/satin-brushed grade 5 titanium, leather strap and black rubber strap: Q1778470 • steel/satin-brushed grade 5 titanium, steel bracelet and black rubber strap: Q1778170 Master Compressor Extreme W-Alarm '46' • Limited series of 946 in satin-brushed grade 5 titanium, leather strap and yellow rubber strap: Q177T47V • Limited series of 246 in satin-brushed pink steel/satin-brushed grade 5 titanium, leather strap and black rubber strap: Q177244V […]