Cuervo y Sobrinos - Historiador Flameante
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Cuervo y Sobrinos – Historiador Flameante

Historiador Flameante

Classic, ultra-slim good looks and a dash of Havana heat

Cuervo y Sobrinos, the Swiss brand with Cuban roots, presents a new edition of its classic Historiador Flameante timepiece with a hypnotic salmon dial. Inspired by an original model produced by Cuervo y Sobrinos in the 1950s, the latest Historiador Flameante flaunts an ultra-slim, vintage-style case and an original salmon ‘flameante’ or ‘flaming’ dial, a combination designed to evoke the dynamic tempo of Havana’s Golden Age.

Havana in the 1950s was an exotic island playground for socialites and celebrities.  By day, the reputable Cuervo y Sobrinos watch boutique in downtown Havana attracted illustrious visitors like Caruso, Hemingway and Churchill; by night Hollywood stars and jet-setters would flock to Floridita for cocktails and to the Tropicana nightclub until sunrise.  As a brand with authentic Cuban heritage, the watches produced by Cuervo y Sobrinos conjure this atmosphere of luxurious hedonism.

Available in stainless steel, the case of the Historiador Flameante has a diameter of 40 mm and an ultra-thin height of just 6.2 mm, a perfectly proportioned dress watch that will glide discreetly under a shirt cuff. The bold jutting lugs, a nod to the tailfins of American cars popular in Havana in the 1950s, are ergonomically designed and extremely comfortable on the wrist. Unobtrusive yet easy to manipulate, the crown sits close to the caseband, and the thin bezel offers a generous panorama of the dial.

Cuervo y Sobrinos - Historiador Flameante

Cuervo y Sobrinos – Historiador Flameante

The swirling guilloché flame motif engraved on the dial reveals the brand’s devotion to craftsmanship. The dancing flames emanating from the centre endow the dial with a fluid, mesmerising spectacle. Evocative of the sunsets over the Bay of Havana, the elegant salmon dial provides a marked contrast with the polished case. Eight silver spear-shaped and faceted markers, along with Arabic numerals at 3, 6 and 9 and the brand logo at noon, are applied to the surface of the dial providing additional dimension and volume.  Animating the dial at 6 o’clock is the recessed small seconds counter with a snailed interior and the word ‘Flameante’. To consolidate the vintage identity of the watch, a double-curved sapphire crystal protects the dial. Not only is it a historically accurate feature of watches from the 1950s, but it also allows light to flood the dial plane enhancing legibility and showcasing the beautiful pattern. In tune with contemporary standards, the elegant lance-shaped hands have a touch of luminescence at their tips to consult the time in low light conditions.

Cuervo y Sobrinos - Historiador Flameante

Cuervo y Sobrinos – Historiador Flameante

At the heart of the Historiador Flameante is the ultra-thin (2.5 mm) Swiss hand-wound movement. Visible through the sapphire crystal window on the caseback, the finishes pay homage to traditional watchmaking: the bridges are decorated with Côtes de Genève, the main plate is embellished with circular graining, and there is a profusion of blued screws. The caseback is engraved with ‘Testimony of Style since 1882’, a reference to the foundation of the Cuervo y Sobrinos brand.

 

A handsome black Louisiana alligator strap adds the final touch of elegance to the Historiador Flameante.

Technical Features :

Collection Historiador
Model Name Flameante
References 3130.1S
Movement CYS 2052

hand-winding

diameter 23.3 mm

height 2.5 mm

power reserve 42 hours

17 jewels

frequency: 21600 A/h
Functions Hours, minutes and small seconds
Case Stainless steel case

diameter 40 mm

height 6.2 mm

double-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating

water resistant to 5 ATM

screwed s

Historiador Flameante

Classic, ultra-slim good looks and a dash of Havana heat

 

 

Cuervo y Sobrinos, the Swiss brand with Cuban roots, presents a new edition of its classic Historiador Flameante timepiece with a hypnotic salmon dial. Inspired by an original model produced by Cuervo y Sobrinos in the 1950s, the latest Historiador Flameante flaunts an ultra-slim, vintage-style case and an original salmon ‘flameante’ or ‘flaming’ dial, a combination designed to evoke the dynamic tempo of Havana’s Golden Age.

 

Havana in the 1950s was an exotic island playground for socialites and celebrities.  By day, the reputable Cuervo y Sobrinos watch boutique in downtown Havana attracted illustrious visitors like Caruso, Hemingway and Churchill; by night Hollywood stars and jet-setters would flock to Floridita for cocktails and to the Tropicana nightclub until sunrise.  As a brand with authentic Cuban heritage, the watches produced by Cuervo y Sobrinos conjure this atmosphere of luxurious hedonism.

 

Available in stainless steel, the case of the Historiador Flameante has a diameter of 40 mm and an ultra-thin height of just 6.2 mm, a perfectly proportioned dress watch that will glide discreetly under a shirt cuff. The bold jutting lugs, a nod to the tailfins of American cars popular in Havana in the 1950s, are ergonomically designed and extremely comfortable on the wrist. Unobtrusive yet easy to manipulate, the crown sits close to the caseband, and the thin bezel offers a generous panorama of the dial.

 

The swirling guilloché flame motif engraved on the dial reveals the brand’s devotion to craftsmanship. The dancing flames emanating from the centre endow the dial with a fluid, mesmerising spectacle. Evocative of the sunsets over the Bay of Havana, the elegant salmon dial provides a marked contrast with the polished case. Eight silver spear-shaped and faceted markers, along with Arabic numerals at 3, 6 and 9 and the brand logo at noon, are applied to the surface of the dial providing additional dimension and volume.  Animating the dial at 6 o’clock is the recessed small seconds counter with a snailed interior and the word ‘Flameante’. To consolidate the vintage identity of the watch, a double-curved sapphire crystal protects the dial. Not only is it a historically accurate feature of watches from the 1950s, but it also allows light to flood the dial plane enhancing legibility and showcasing the beautiful pattern. In tune with contemporary standards, the elegant lance-shaped hands have a touch of luminescence at their tips to consult the time in low light conditions.

 

At the heart of the Historiador Flameante is the ultra-thin (2.5 mm) Swiss hand-wound movement. Visible through the sapphire crystal window on the caseback, the finishes pay homage to traditional watchmaking: the bridges are decorated with Côtes de Genève, the main plate is embellished with circular graining, and there is a profusion of blued screws. The caseback is engraved with ‘Testimony of Style since 1882’, a reference to the foundation of the Cuervo y Sobrinos brand.

 

A handsome black Louisiana alligator strap adds the final touch of elegance to the Historiador Flameante.

 

 

Technical Features :

 

Collection Historiador
Model Name Flameante
References 3130.1S
Movement CYS 2052

hand-winding

diameter 23.3 mm

height 2.5 mm

power reserve 42 hours

17 jewels

frequency: 21600 A/h
Functions Hours, minutes and small seconds
Case Stainless steel case

diameter 40 mm

height 6.2 mm

double-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating

water resistant to 5 ATM

screwed see-through case back with sapphire crystal
Dial Salmon color with “Flameante” finishing, silver index and CyS emblem applied
Hands Steel color hours and minutes with Superluminova, round shape small seconds
Strap Black matte Louisiana alligator
Buckle Stainless steel folding buckle, engraved CyS emblem
Limited Edition –

 

 

ee-through case back with sapphire crystal
Dial Salmon color with “Flameante” finishing, silver index and CyS emblem applied
Hands Steel color hours and minutes with Superluminova, round shape small seconds
Strap Black matte Louisiana alligator
Buckle Stainless steel folding buckle, engraved CyS emblem
Limited Edition –

 

 

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CHOPARD – “Magari” jewellery watch A work of art from the Red Carpet Collection

CHOPARD

“Magari” jewellery watch A work of art from the Red Carpet Collection

Among the treasures in Chopard’s emblematic Red Carpet Collection, the “Magari” automatic jewellery watch vividly testifies to the Maison’s love for the most beautiful of all diamonds drawn from Earth’s natural bounty.

The creative soul of Chopard and initiator of its Journey to Sustainable Luxury, Co-President and Artistic Director Caroline Scheufele celebrates the wonders of Nature through the new Red Carpet Collection. Among the 73 Haute Joaillerie creations composing this precious casket – a number honouring the 73rd Cannes Film Festival which should have been held in 2020 – the “Magari” jewellery watch pays tribute to on exceptional gemstones. Thanks to their unique expertise, the Artisans of the Geneva-based Maison have adorned the dial of this 40-hour power reserve automatic timepiece with a subtle corolla of pear-shaped diamonds totalling over 32 carats. Respectively set at 12 and 6 o’clock, a fancy pink and a fancy blue pear-shaped diamond weighing two carats each enhance this timepiece with an aura of purity and nobility. They have been specially selected for their brilliance and unique colours, spectacularly highlighted by their association with the white diamonds with which the rest of this jewellery watch is clad.

The dial is graced with meticulous micro-gemsetting, while the bracelet is also entirely paved with diamonds, resembling a river with its sparkling reflections running along the wrist. A tribute to the beauty of Nature and a dialogue with light, the entire “Magari” jewellery watch is made of ethical 18-carat white gold reflecting Chopard’s commitment to sustainable luxury.

In Chopard’s Geneva workshops, more than 30 talented Artisans have combined their talents in pushing the limits of feasibility – from lines to volumes, from goldsmithing to precious stones – to give life to the jewellery composing the prestigious Red Carpet Collection.

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Franck Muller Genève | Vanguard Yachting Anchor™ SKELETON

Franck Muller Genève

Vanguard Yachting Anchor™ SKELETON

Inspired by the dynamic Vanguard™ collection, the Vanguard Yachting Anchor™ Skeleton develops a creative vision of time with affirmed nautical details. Featuring all the seafaring details from the deep blue to the wind rose adorning the dial, the sea world inspired each delicate detail of this newly born timepiece.
The openworked bridges have been designed to accentuate the architecture of the watch and reveal the wholly in-house manufactured movement.
This journey partner is available in 18k rose, yellow and white gold, stainless steel and bronze.

   
With the Vanguard Yachting Anchor™ Skeleton, Franck Muller created the perfect alchemy between the traditional mechanical movement and the watchmaking performance of the seven days power reserve.


An ideal sporty and elegant timepiece for sea lovers, with bridges inspired by anchors and a second at 6 o’clock which represents a compass rose.
A balanced design showcasing the passion for crafts and art of details characteristic of the Franck Muller manufacture.

©2019 Franck Muller GenèveAll rights reserved GFM Watchland SA

www.franckmuller.com

VANGUARD YACHTING ANCHOR™ SKELETON

The Vanguard Yachting Anchor™ Skeleton develops a creative vision of time with affirmed nautical details. Featuring all the seafaring details from the deep blue to the wind rose adorning the dial, the sea world inspired each delicate detail of this newly born timepiece. An ideal sporty and elegant timepiece for sea lovers, with bridges inspired by anchors and a second at 6 o’clock which represents a compass rose.
Reference

V 45 S6 PR SQT ANCRE FM YACHT (BL)
Case
18k rose gold
Width: 44 mm, Length: 53.70 mm, Thickness: 12.65 mm
Water resistant up to 30 meters
Functions
Hours, Minutes and seconds at 6 o’clock
Power reserve indicator
Movement
FM 1740-VSPR
Manual mechanical movement
Width: 37.05 mm, Length: 40.20 mm, Thickness: 6 mm
7 days power reserve
18’000 vibrations / hour
175 components – 21 jewels
Movement
decoration
Hand chamfer, mirror polish on the flank, polishing of the molding’s bottom plate Satin finish on the plate and sand-blasting on the opposite side
Satin finish and chamfering of all components.
Circular brushing of the barrel and wheels.
Dial
Openwork movement with blue anodized aluminium bridges
24k rose gold finishing on the power reserve indicator, hands and compass rose
Strap
Hand-sewn nylon strap

 

©2019 Franck Muller GenèveAll rights reserved GFM Watchland SA

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HUBLOT MECA-10 CLOCK

HUBLOT MECA-10 CLOCK

The watch that inspired a clock: working together with the Jura-based L’Epée manufacture, Hublot has produced an oversized version of its famous MECA-10 manufacture movement for use in a table clock.

Hublot’s unveiling of its MECA-10 movement in January 2016 left watch enthusiasts stunned. The manufacture had reinvented the manual movement, offering peerless performance as well as a unique style inspired by the Meccano construction system. The unusual skeleton architecture gives the movement an arresting three-dimensional depth, which is clearly visible through the bridges and case back. Its exceptional 10-day power reserve – now an imperative for any decent manual calibre – is displayed on a disc that can be read on the dial.

In 2020, Hublot has introduced a unique product in an oversized version. The MECA-10 has been made four times larger for use in a table clock, while fully preserving its original specifications, including its 10-day power reserve.

“We have managed to reproduce the unique features of our MECA-10 movement on a larger scale. This feat of engineering was achieved thanks to the concerted effort of the teams from both Hublot and L’Epée. In this way, we are charting a new course for the hallowed tradition of clockmaking. ”

Ricardo Guadalupe

CEO OF HUBLOT

In order to enlarge its MECA-10 movement, Hublot enlisted the services of the L’Epée manufacture. The world-renowned clockmaking expertise of this Jura-based company made it a natural choice for the collaboration, and because designing a wristwatch is very different to creating a clock, it also gave Hublot an opportunity to showcase its famous “Art of Fusion” approach in a new branch of horology. This particularly impressive result was achieved by combining the expertise of the designers, constructors and master horologists at Hublot and Epée.

Strikingly similar to the original, the Hublot MECA-10 Clock is, in essence, an oversized version of its predecessor. Its spacious 19.60 by 18.10 cm case houses the precious movement, which comes in two versions. The first features Meccano-inspired angles and a ring in polished satin-finished steel and transparent composite. The second is covered with black PVD and the bridges supporting the gear trains are also coated in black. The notched crown at 3 o’clock is rubber-coated for a better grip when manually winding the movement.

Like the wristwatch version from which it takes its inspiration, the MECA-10 clock movement features a 10-day power reserve which is displayed on an indicator at 6 o’clock.

These two precious editions of the MECA-10 Clock, the fruit of a close collaboration between Hublot and L’Epée, are exclusive limited edition pieces reserved for true aficionados.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

REFERENCE

DC.MECA10.SD.SP.1123

DC.MECA10.SX.SP.1123

CASE

Satin-finished and Polished Black PVD Steel

Satin-finished and Polished Steel

Diameter: 134.6 mm

Thickness: 69.8 mm

CASE-BACK

Satin-finished and Polished Black PVD Steel

Satin-finished and Polished Steel

BEZEL

Satin-finished and Polished Black PVD Steel

Satin-finished and Polished Steel

DIAL

Mat black skeleton

Satin-finished and Sandblasted Steel Hands with White Luminescent

MOVEMENT

Manual-winding Skeleton Power Reserve Movement with 2 Barrels

Black Plated Bridges

Rhodium Plated Escapement

Power Reserve display at 6.00

Frequency: 2.5Hz

Power reserve: 10 days

No. of Components:432

Jewels: 52

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FRANCK MULLER – First Automated Watch Box

FRANCK MULLER – First Automated Watch Box

Franck Muller is delighted to announce the delivery of the very first Vanguard Revolution 3 Skeleton in a phenomenal box.

The Vanguard Revolution 3 Skeleton deserved a unique watch box. It took years to develop such an exceptional timepiece and months to build it.

This unique triple axis tourbillon is covered by a 5-year warranty and is delivered with a unique box featuring an automated opening system.

FRANCK MULLER GENEVE VANGUARD™REVOLUTION 3 SKELETON

 

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Johannes Huebl wearing the new Chopard Alpine Eagle timepiece
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Johannes Huebl wearing the new Chopard Alpine Eagle timepiece

Alpine Eagle XL Chrono

A top-flight chronograph 

The Alpine Eagle collection of sporty-chic timepieces spreads its wings, welcoming for the first time a flyback chronograph in a new 44 mm diameter case. Available in three versions – in  Lucent Steel A223 with an Aletsch Blue or Pitch Black dial and a bi-material version combining Lucent Steel A223 and ethical rose gold with a Pitch Black dial – the Alpine Eagle XL Chrono timepiece with integrated bracelet is, like the entire collection, very much inspired by the power of the eagle and the beauty of the Alps. Four patents testifying to its accuracy and user-friendliness have been filed for the Chopard 03.05-C mechanical movement with automatic movement and flyback function. From movement to case and from dial to bracelet, Alpine Eagle XL Chrono timepieces are made entirely in Chopard’s watchmaking ateliers, the work of Artisans paying tribute to Nature

A cutting-edge chronograph movement

With the introduction of the Alpine Eagle XL Chrono, the collection successfully launched by Chopard in 2019 already boasts ten references in two case sizes and has been expanded to include three models with an extra-large 44 mm diameter. These more imposing models follow the shape of men’s wrists and provide ample space to house a sophisticated chronograph movement. The discreet right-hand pushers are subtly integrated on either side of the crown guards and preserve the collescheufction’s characteristically harmonious shape and symmetry.

Beating at the heart of these three new models, the Chopard 03.05-C movement is meticulously crafted by the Artisans in the Maison’s watchmaking workshops. It has a 60-hour power reserve and features an elaborate design guaranteeing accurate adjustments and optimal use of the timing functions. Equipped with a column wheel, it is also enhanced by several technical innovations that have earned Chopard no less than four patents, the fruit of the boldness of its research and development teams.

First of all, it is equipped with a unidirectional gearing system that prevents energy losses while ensuring rapid winding, a function much appreciated in the inherently energy-hungry chronograph category. In addition, its vertical clutch mode guarantees accurate time-measurement starts. This chronograph calibre is also of the flyback variety, enabling smooth successive timing operations thanks to three pivoting hammers with elastic arms facilitating zero-setting of the counters. Finally, the Chopard 03.05-C is equipped with a Variner ensuring that rate of the movement is stable by compensating for its variations in inertia throughout the watch’s lifetime.

This calibre, whose precision is chronometer-certified by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), is housed in a case forged in Lucent Steel A223, an innovative steel alloy developed by Chopard for its anti-allergenic properties, its robustness and its incomparable brilliance obtained through a meticulous recasting process. The third reference also offers a bi-material alternative with the additional use of 18-carat ethical rose gold for the bezel, crown and part of the bracelet.

Pitch Black in the eagle’s eye

In addition to an Aletsch Blue dial option, Chopard is introducing a new colour in the collection with two Alpine Eagle XL Chrono models featuring a Pitch Black dial. Drawing inspiration from the colours of Alpine nature, Chopard’s Co-President and creator of the collection, Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, thought of this shade in reference to the intense blackness of mountain nights when wild Nature reclaims its rights, reminding us in passing how human-related night-time lighting and urbanisation disrupts the way of life of the surrounding fauna.

In both Aletsch Blue and Pitch Black versions, the dial retains its texture and sunburst pattern directly evoking an eagle’s iris.  The feather-shaped seconds hand flies over this highly legible display punctuated by raised counters.

The tachymeter scale, with discreet red 100, 160 and 240 graduations, appears on the inner bezel ring. It is divided into four steps, with different intervals of 5, 10, 20 or 40 km/h per line. This arrangement facilitates reading average speed measurements and contributes to the dial’s overall aesthetic dynamic and harmony.

Reinterpreting an icon

Devised by three generations of gentlemen in the Scheufele family, the Alpine Eagle collection is a modern reinterpretation of the St. Moritz watch, the first horological creation by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele in the late 1970s. With its pure and assertive design, Alpine Eagle enriches this heritage with powerful inspiration drawn from Nature. A round case with stylised flanks; a crown engraved with a compass rose; a bezel with eight functional indexed screws; a textured dial with deep hues and luminescent indications; as well as an integrated metal bracelet.

Chopard’s independence and integrated skills enable the Maison to perform the entire range of the collection’s production and assembly stages in its own workshops, from movement to bracelet, as well as components and case.

Technical Details

Alpine Eagle XL Chrono

in Lucent Steel A223

Case

Lucent Steel A223

Total diameter                                                                                 44.00 mm

Thickness                                                                                        13.15 mm

Water resistance                                                                            100 metres

Crown in Lucent Steel A223 with compass rose                      8 mm

Pushers in Lucent Steel A223

Vertical satin-brushed caseband with polished chamfers

Bezel in Lucent Steel A223 with eight screws set at a tangent

Glare-proofed sapphire crystal

Exhibition case-back with glare-proofed sapphire crystal

 

Movement

Mechanical movement with automatic winding                        Chopard 03.05-C

Number of components                                                                310

Diameter                                                                                          28.80 mm

Thickness                                                                                        7.60 mm

Number of jewels                                                                           45

Frequency                                                                                       28,800 vph (4 Hz)

Power reserve                                                                                60 hours

Flyback function – stop-seconds function

Openworked tungsten alloy rotor

Variner® balance with balance-spring featuring a flat terminal curve

Chromometer-certified (COSC)

 

Dial and hands

Brass dial stamped with an Aletsch Blue or Pitch Black sunburst pattern achieved by galvanic treatment and inspired by the iris of the eagle

Applied numerals and hour-markers, rhodium-plated and enhanced with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova®

Aletsch Blue or Pitch Black chronograph counters with rhodium-plated rims

Baton-type hours and minutes hands, rhodium-plated and enhanced with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova®

Rhodium-plated arrow-type seconds hand with eagle feather counterweight

Rhodium-plated red-tipped chronograph counter hands

Functions

Central hours, minutes and chronograph seconds

Date between 4 and 5 o’clock

Chronograph

30-minute counter at 3 o’clock

12-hour counter at 9 o’clock

Small seconds at 6 o’clock

Bracelet and clasp

Tapering bracelet in Lucent Steel A223, wide links with satin-bushed sides and polished central cap

Triple folding clasp in Lucent Steel A223

Alpine Eagle XL Chrono

in Lucent Steel A223 and 18-carat ethical rose gold

Case

Lucent Steel A223 and 18-carat ethical rose gold

Total diameter                                                                                 44.00 mm

Thickness                                                                                        13.15 mm

Water resistance                                                                            100 metres

Crown in 18-carat ethical rose gold

with compass rose                                                                         8 mm

Pushers Lucent Steel A223

Vertical satin-brushed caseband with polished chamfers

Bezel in 18-carat ethical rose gold with eight screws set at a tangent

Glare-proofed sapphire crystal

Exhibition case-back with glare-proofed sapphire crystal

 

Movement

Mechanical movement with automatic winding                        Chopard 03.05-C

Number of components                                                                310

Diameter                                                                                          28.80 mm

Thickness                                                                                        7.60 mm

Number of jewels                                                                           45

Frequency                                                                                       28,800 vph (4 Hz)

Power reserve                                                                                60 hours

Flyback function – stop-seconds function

Openworked tungsten alloy rotor

Variner® balance with balance-spring featuring a flat terminal curve

Chromometer-certified (COSC)

Dial and hands

Brass dial stamped with Pitch Black sunburst pattern achieved by galvanic treatment and inspired by the iris of the eagle

Applied numerals and hour-markers, gilded and enhanced with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova®

Pitch Black chronograph counters with gilded rims

Baton-type hours and minutes hands, gilded and enhanced with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova®

Gilded arrow-type seconds hand with eagle feather counterweight

Gilded red-tipped chronograph counter hands

Functions

Central hours, minutes and chronograph seconds

Date between 4 and 5 o’clock

Chronograph

30-minute counter at 3 o’clock

12-hour counter at 9 o’clock

Small seconds at 6 o’clock

Bracelet and clasp

Tapering bracelet in Lucent Steel A223 and 18-carat ethical rose gold, wide links with satin-bushed sides and polished central cap

Triple folding clasp in Lucent Steel A223 and 18-carat ethical rose gold

Ref. 298609-6001 – in Lucent Steel A223 and 18-carat ethical rose gold with Pitch Black dial

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Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies
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A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies’ watch born to accompany every moment of the modern woman’s life

A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

The manufacture is stepping up the allure of its Twenty~4 collection exclusively for women with a fresh interpretation of the original “manchette” or cuff-style quartz model in steel of 1999. It is launching two new versions adorned with white-gold applied Arabic numerals and white-gold applied trapeze-shaped hour markers. Designed as stylish companions to every facet of an active lifestyle, these Twenty~4 references 4910/1200A- 001 with a blue sunburst dial and 4910/1200A-010 with a gray sunburst dial stand out more than ever as paragons of timeless feminine elegance.

A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

Since 1839, timepieces for women have always featured prominently in Patek Philippe’s collections – whether as the pocket watches or pendant watches of the nineteenth century or the wristwatches that first emerged in the early twentieth century. Several milestones in the manufacture’s history also relate to watches destined for women, such as the first true wristwatch made in Switzerland, created for a Hungarian countess in 1868, and the Geneva company’s very first striking wristwatch, a five-minute repeater housed in a small platinum case with an integrated chain bracelet in 1916.

A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

A new face for the Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

A modern classic

In 1999, Patek Philippe strengthened its privileged links with feminine watch lovers by launching its first collection dedicated exclusively to women. The aim was to meet the demands of the independent active woman who sought a timepiece with an assertive personality able to adapt to her modern lifestyle. A watch of timeless elegance that would complement her fashionable business wear and most elegant evening wear. It would be her ally on every occasion, uniting contemporary design, technical excellence and impeccable craftsmanship.

Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

Conceived, as its name suggested, for every hour of the day and night, at work, at home and during leisure activities, the new Twenty~4 stood out by its original art-deco-inspired “manchette” or cuff design, featuring a cambered rectangular case that followed the contours of a woman’s wrist and a metallic bracelet that felt exceptionally smooth and comfortable.

The first three Twenty~4 models of 1999 (references 4910/10A) were also distinguished by their pairing of steel with diamonds, an association unique at the time, with the precious stones set in two rows highlighting the rectangular shape of the two-tier case. The dials, adorned with the two applied Roman numerals XII and VI and diamond hour-markers, offered a choice of threecolors: “Forever Black”, “Eternal Gray” and “Timeless White”. An elegant modern advertising campaign marked the launch of this new women-only timepiece, with the slogan “Who will you be in the next 24 hours?” shining the spotlight on the watch’s versatility. The creation of the Twenty~4 strengthened women’s perception of Patek Philippe as a brand of direct relevance and appeal to them. It reminded them that the manufacture developed and built not only the most technically innovative and complex timepieces but those most aesthetically striking and refined.

Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

Twenty~4, the Patek Philippe ladies

A great success

Blessed with its strong identity and a design tailor-made to live the lives of modern discerning women, the Twenty~4 quartz “manchette” model was a great success from the start and has established itself in the last two decades as one of the manufacture’s best-sellers. Over the years it has appeared in rose gold and white gold, with other dial colors (brown and blue), in a small format complementing the medium-size models, on satin straps, in dazzling Haute Joaillerie versions (including two endowed with manually wound mechanical movements) and in a yellow-gold model without diamonds on the case. Now seen as epitomizing the classic modern style, the Twenty~4 has represented, for many women, their right of entry into the Patek Philippe universe. It has consolidated the manufacture’s position as a major player in the women’s watch market and paved the way for the expansion of other women’s lines, such as the Calatravas, as well as the complications that are useful in everyday situations (the Annual Calendar, the time-zone watches and the chronographs) and even the grand complications (perpetual calendar, split-seconds chronograph and minute repeater).

The time of the Twenty~4 Automatic

In 2018, Patek Philippe responded to women’s increasing interest in mechanical watches by launching the Twenty~4 Automatic. While its bracelet retains the same exclusive design, with the broad, gently cambered central links framed by delicate two-tier outer links, this Reference 7300, endowed with a caliber 324 S C self-winding movement, stands out from the quartz-driven “manchette” model by its round case, its bezel lit with a double row of diamonds in a “dentelle” (lacework) setting, and the applied Arabic numerals on the dial, these last providing a distinctly contemporary note. This model is available in steel and in rose gold, with a choice of dial colors, and in a jewelry version with gem-set crown, lugs and bracelet. Patek Philippe also produces an Haute Joaillerie model in rose gold, paved throughout with diamonds, showcasing the “random” or “snow” setting. The launch of this new incarnation of timeless feminine elegance was accompanied by an advertising campaign that excited widespread interest. It gave center stage to a “Twenty~4 woman”: independent, sure of her taste and making her own way in the world.

New Twenty~4 references 4910/1200A-001 & 4910/1200A-010

Patek Philippe is continuing the renewal of its Twenty~4 collection by reinterpreting the original model, the medium-size (25.1 x 30 mm) quartz “manchette” watch in steel. It is issuing two new versions in which the Roman numerals give way to the white-gold applied Arabic numerals 12 and 6 and the diamond hour markers are replaced by applied trapeze-shaped hour markers, also in white gold. This new face constitutes the first major change to the Twenty~4 of 1999 – and an aesthetic evolution in step with the design of the Twenty~4 Automatic. The two new references feature a dial decorated with a blue sunburst (4910/1200A-001) or with a gray sunburst enriched by a gradation to black at the periphery (4910/1200A-010). Their white-gold applied numerals and hour markers and white-gold baton-style hands all have a luminous coating ensuring excellent legibility in the dark. The fine grooved rays of the sunburst emanating from the center of the dial play with the light, lending a refined but dynamic touch.

The distinctive shape of the two-tier rectangular case is underlined by two rows of 18 Top Wesselton Pure diamonds (approx. 0.42 ct) set with textbook precision. A Calatrava Cross, emblem of the Patek Philippe manufacture, embellishes the crown. The supple, comfortable bracelet, fitted with a fold-over clasp, is a jewel in its own right. Each component is manually finished and fully polished. The Patek Philippe caliber E15 quartz movement is made with the same devotion to fine workmanship as the manufacture’s mechanical movements. The new references 4910/1200A-001 and 4910/1200A-010 with Arabic numerals replace the previous references 4910/10A-001, 4910/10A-010, 4910/10A-011 and 4910/10A-012 with Roman numerals.

“Rituals of my Life”

The launch of these two new Twenty~4 models is accompanied by a digital communication campaign addressing modern women sure of their taste, with an affinity for beauty and fine design. They are independent women, living life to the full, with a range of interests. Patek Philippe chose as central theme “Rituals of my Life”: the precious personal moments that punctuate the modern woman’s life – such as the finishing touches before an evening out; a pause for a moment’s serenity at sunrise; or the luxury of taking time for herself by reading a book or performing the movements that bring her physical and mental wellbeing. Essential, intimate moments that are part of a woman’s life today and that some choose to feature as scenes to be shared with friends on the social media. The slogan “Begin your own tradition” underlines the link with the famous Patek Philippe “Generations” campaign by inviting the Twenty~4 woman to begin a long-term relationship with a brand that shares her values. The images and videos work together with a film describing the creative philosophy behind the Twenty~4 collection: a model of timeless design that has become a modern classic and the gold standard for the “manchette” watch. All of which is set to strengthen Patek Philippe’s increasing success in the ladies’ watch segment and in the hearts of women for whom style and beauty must pass the test of time.

For more information about the new Twenty~4, please visit:
https://www.patek.com/en/company/news/introducing-the-new-twenty4

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CHOPARD -The timeless watch of the contemporary gentleman – L.U.C XPS

The timeless watch of the contemporary gentleman

L.U.C XPS

A taste for sleek design

A timeless example of the L.U.C collection’s great classics, the L.U.C XPS expresses its sense of purity and simplicity through two new versions with a bracelet composed of fine rectangular ethical gold links and a third option with a nubuck calfskin strap. Equipped with the ultra-thin L.U.C 96.12-L chronometer certified mechanical movement with automatic winding and a 65-hour power reserve – stemming from the watchmaking expertise of the Artisans at Chopard Manufacture – L.U.C XPS timepieces are based on meticulous hand-finishing and a keen sense of detail. The result is a work of horological precision and style.

The timeless watch of the contemporary gentleman

Elegance is the ability to adapt to circumstances with a touch of natural brilliance. To show yourself at your best, whatever the occasion. The L.U.C. XPS timepiece is a must for all men of taste. Made of ethical 18-carat rose gold, it embodies the ultimate elegance of a masculine wardrobe. On a first version, the ruthenium grey dial is matched by an anthracite grey nubuck calfskin strap ensuring pleasing chromatic harmony. Two other versions, with a silver-toned or ruthenium grey dial, feature a metal bracelet with seven rows of fine rectangular links in 18-carat ethical rose gold, reminiscent of gold ingots.

These three new models from L.U.C XPS remain loyal to the style and the chic fit on the wrist of the L.U.C. collection’s line of ultra-thin watches. They measure 40 mm in diameter and 7.2 mm thick, a perfectly ergonomic ratio ensuring optimal proportions, a symbol of assertive elegance. Thanks to their slightly slimmer lugs, the case easily naturally follows the curve of the wrist. In addition, the sapphire crystal protecting the slightly domed dial makes it easy to slip this exceptional timepiece under a shirt sleeve, further accentuating the softness of its design.

The dial is adorned with a satin-brushed sunburst finish. The three-dimensional finely structured and gilded three-dimensional “Dauphine fusée” hands lend a sophisticated touch to the watch, while its discreet hour-markers are shaped like raised facetted arrows. The satin-brushed case middle creates a striking contrast with a rounded and polished bezel, while the “Chronometer” label beneath the logo asserts the rank and vocation of the movement bearing the Chopard Manufacture signature.

Mechanical nobility

L.U.C XPS timepieces are powered by a mechanical movement with automatic winding via a 22-carat gold micro-rotor: the L.U.C 96.12-L calibre whose high inertia optimises efficiency and guarantees an approximately 65-hour power reserve thanks to the Twin technology invented by Chopard. The “S” in the XPS name refers to the small seconds at 6 o’clock. This is required by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), which uses this display to determine the accuracy of movements it certifies. All L.U.C XPS models, like all L.U.C. timepieces with this hand, are inspected and approved by this official body, which awards the much-coveted ‘chronometer’ title. A powerful token of punctuality – the fundamental form of elegance sometimes referred to as the politeness of kings.

Technical details

L.U.C XPS in ethical 18-carat rose gold

Case:

Ethical 18-carat rose gold

Total diameter                                                                     40.00 mm

Thickness                                                                             7.20 mm

Water resistance                                                                30 metres

Stainless steel crown with L.U.C logo                             5.00 mm

Vertical satin-brushed sides and inter-horn space

Polished bezel and case-back

Glare-proofed sapphire crystal

Exhibition caseback

 

Movement:

Mechanical movement with automatic winding             L.U.C 96.12-L

Winding via a 22-carat gold micro-rotor

Number of components                                                     172

Total diameter:                                                                    27.40 mm

Thickness:                                                                           3.30 mm

Number of jewels:                                                               29

Frequency:                                                                          28,800 vph (4 Hz)

Power reserve:                                                                     65 hours

Two barrels, Chopard Twin technology

Balance-spring with terminal curve

Bridges adorned with Côtes de Genève motif

Chronometer certified (COSC)

Dial and hands:

Silver-toned or ruthenium grey dial, satin-brushed sunburst finish centred around the L.U.CHOPARD logo

Finely snailed small seconds

Gilded numeral and appliques

Gilded Dauphine-type hours and minutes hands

Gilded baton-type small seconds hand

 

Functions and displays:

Central display of the hours and minutes

Small seconds display at 6 o’clock

Stop-seconds device

 

Strap and clasp/buckle:

Bracelet in ethical 18-carat rose gold or strap in anthracite nubuck calfskin

Folding clasp in ethical 18-carat rose gold for the gold bracelet

Pin buckle in ethical 18-carat rose gold for the nubuck calfskin strap

Ref. 161948-5003 – in ethical 18-carat rose gold with ruthenium grey dial and anthracite nubuck calfskin strap

Ref. 161948-5004 – in ethical 18-carat rose gold with ruthenium grey dial and gold bracelet

Ref. 161948-5001 – in ethical 18-carat rose gold with silver-toned dial and gold bracelet

 

 

 

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CHOPARD – L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton timepiece

With the L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton timepiece, Chopard is introducing its first partnership with the Kiton Ateliers, masters of Italian tailoring. This strictly limited edition of 100 ultra-thin watches in beadblasted DLC-coated steel is soberly attired with a houndstooth-patterned dial and a slate-coloured cashmere strap lined with red alligator leather. Mechanical excellence is guaranteed by the L.U.C 96.53-L mechanical movement with automatic winding, equipped with a tungsten micro-rotor and Chopard Twin technology ensuring a power reserve lasting more than two days. The best of Swiss Haute Horlogerie and Italian sprezzatura.

L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton

Elegance is a matter of simplicity

Expertise

Known for its elegance imbued with a spirit of purity and simplicity, the ultra-thin L.U.C XP timepiece is nattily attired in a ‘suit’ made to measure by the artisans of the Kiton Ateliers. The encounter between the Swiss watchmaker and the Neapolitan couturier appears to have been written in the stars. Both representing family Maisons committed to the same vision of craftsmanship and tradition, these two great names in masculine elegance have combined their know-how in creating the L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton watch. On the one hand, Karl-Friedrich Scheufele – Co-President of Chopard and the man behind the creation of Chopard Manufacture in 1996 – with his vision of traditional Haute Horlogerie firmly focused on the contemporary world and 21st century innovations. On the other hand, the fertile creativity of the disciples of Ciro Paone, the founder of the Kiton ateliers in 1968, who believed that: “Men are an inexhaustible source of inspiration, each of their steps is a call to creation“.

“L.U.C. is a collection of Haute Horlogerie watches that stands out for its distinctive character. Our partnership with Kiton is an entirely logical move, in that over the years our two family Maisons have proven the excellence of their craftsmanship and their fertile creativity”, says Karl-Friedrich Scheufele. The result is a highly exclusive timepiece, produced in a numbered 100-piece limited edition.

Allure

First and foremost, the L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton is perfectly proportioned thanks to a 40 mm diameter case that is a mere 7.2 mm thick. This ultra-thin look enables genuine wearer comfort and imposes an aura of simplicity, two imperatives that sum up the philosophy of the L.U.C collection and contribute to its elegance, thereby echoing Ciro Paone’s motto: “Elegance must be associated with simplicity”.

The allure of this timepiece also lies in its chromatic uniformity: a beautiful black silhouette, subtly carved out from the slate grey shades of the beadblasted DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) steel case, dial and strap.

Achieved by galvanic treatment and lacquered finishes, the Kiton Ateliers’ signature is evident at first glance on the brass dial thanks to the Neapolitan tailor’s houndstooth motif that has been a firm favourite since it purchased at auction the wardrobe of King Edward VIII of England, who was hailed, if not for his ephemeral reign, at least for his elegance as an acknowledged dandy.

Against this dark background, the golden Arabic numerals matching the hour-markers and fusée-type Dauphine hands make the hours and minutes perfectly legible. The quarter-hour indications and the Kiton logo at 6 o’clock add a subtle red touch that is picked up in the topstitching on the strap. Testimony to the same artisanal approach, the latter is handmade, free of any chemical treatment and comes in a soft blend of Mongolian cashmere, wool and flannel with a slight touch of elastane, ensuring enhanced wearer comfort. This opulent wristband is lined with red alligator leather as is a second black alligator leather strap also sold with the model.

Accuracy

Because all the timepieces produced in Chopard Manufacture’s watchmaking workshops are amply matched by mechanical perfection, the L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton incorporates an in-house movement, the L.U.C 96.53-L calibre. Ultra-thin at just 3.3 mm thick, this is an evolution of Chopard Manufacture’s first L.U.C 96.01-L movement, synonymous with watchmaking excellence and applied in a multitude of new interpretations since it was first presented in 1996.

Like its illustrious ancestor, and thanks to Chopard Twin technology, the mechanical movement L.U.C 96.53-L with automatic winding is equipped with twin barrels ensuring a 58-hour power reserve. It is powered by a micro-rotor made of tungsten, a high-density alloy facilitating optimal winding. Featuring movement bridges finely decorated with “Côtes de Genève”, the L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton watch is equally beautiful inside and out, which is precisely why its precious calibre is visible through a transparent case-back.

L.U.C: a collection for gentlemen

The L.U.C. collection embodies the perfect blend of virility and sensitivity, humility and charisma that define the modern-day gentleman. It epitomises an ideal alliance between aesthetics and mechanics, celebrated by those who make their existence a quest for fine craftsmanship and regard inward and outward beauty as an art of living. It is for them that Chopard – an independent family Maison drawing upon the ancestral expertise of its master-watchmakers – performs all stages of production in its Geneva and Fleurier workshops: from movement design to quality control through product design, case stamping and machining, the manufacture of movement components, as well as their hand decoration, surface treatment, polishing, assembly and adjustment.

NOTES FOR JOURNALISTS

Chopard

Founded in 1860 by Louis-Ulysse Chopard, the Maison Chopard is an independent watchmaking and jewellery company that faithfully cultivates artisanal expertise handed down from generation to generation. Today, the Scheufele family manages Chopard according to the values of craftsmanship, creativity and ethics. Through its partnerships with the Cannes Film Festival and the Mille Miglia classic car rally, Chopard is known worldwide for the elegance of its creations. In 1996, Karl-Friedrich Scheufele (Co-President) created Chopard Manufacture in Fleurier (Switzerland) and revived the successful Haute Horlogerie legacy bequeathed by the founder of the Maison. Since 2018, thanks to its own foundry and ongoing investments in promoting sustainable luxury, Chopard has used 100% ethical gold in the production of all its gold timepieces and jewellery.

Technical details

L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton

100-piece limited edition in DLC-coated steel

Case:

Beadblasted DLC-coated steel

Total diameter                                                                       40.00 mm

Thickness                                                                              7.20 mm

Water resistance                                                                   30 metres

Crown in beadblasted DLC-coated steel                             5.00 mm

Beadblasted bezel, case-back, flanks and space between the lugs

Glare-proofed sapphire crystal

Exhibition case-back – tinted glass

Movement:

Mechanical with automatic winding                                       L.U.C 96.53-L

Number of components                                                         172

Total diameter                                                                       27.4 mm

Thickness                                                                              3.30 mm

Number of jewels                                                                  29

Frequency                                                                             28,800 vph (4 Hz)

Power reserve                                                                       58 hours

Two barrels – Chopard Twin technology

Winding via a tungsten alloy micro-rotor

Balance-spring with flat terminal curve

Bridges adorned with Côtes de Genève motif

Dial and hands:

Black and grey dial, houndstooth motif inspired by Kiton fabric

Lacquered finish

Gilt Arabic numerals and hour-markers

Gilt Dauphine-type hours and minutes hands

Functions and displays:

Central display of the hours and minutes

Strap and buckle:

Kiton fabric strap made of grey and black cashmere, red alligator leather with red topstitching

Pin buckle in DLC-coated steel

Ref. 168592-3003 – in beadblasted DLC-coated steel

100-piece limited edition

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Why the Constellation is OMEGA’s Star of Precision

Today, the famous Constellation collection is OMEGA’s defining symbol of precision and watchmaking expertise.  Even its emblem, represented by an observatory under the stars, signals its historic links to a legacy unlike any other.

Why the Constellation is OMEGA’s Star of Precision

Remembering the world’s first family of certified chronometers


Although the very first Constellation model was launched in 1952, you need to go back several decades to begin tracing its origins of accuracy. Perhaps the best place to start is the famous era of observatory trials, between 1919 and 1971, when OMEGA achieved 93 victories and set 72 world records at the observatories at Kew-Teddington, Neuchatel and Geneva.

These observatory trials were once the “Academy Awards” of chronometry. Not only were they rigorous and intense, but they were also the most exacting in the watch industry. During the late 19th and 20th centuries, watch manufacturers and their master watchmakers spent significant amounts of time and resources in preparation for the trials, showcasing the complex science of precision and the ability to make each movement tick in perfect rhythm.

One of the most significant years for OMEGA came in 1933, when the company achieved a world record for precision in every single category at the observatory of Kew-Teddington in England. The company then repeated this achievement in 1936, when it returned to the same observatory.

That may be impressive enough, but in 1945, the Geneva Observatory introduced the “wristwatch-sized” movement category to its annual precision contests, and in the eight years that followed, OMEGA won an incredible six times.

By this time, the Swiss brand had well established its dominance in the world of precision awards. The name “OMEGA” was by now synonymous with the most exacting standards anywhere in the world.

It was therefore no surprise, when in 1948, OMEGA celebrated its 100th anniversary by offering customers its first chronometer-certified wristwatch with an automatic movement. This model, named the “Centenary”, was greeted with such delight by connoisseurs of precision, that OMEGA recognised the need for a fully established collection with the same official status.

Here is where the Constellation arrived. Following the success of the “Centenary”, the now-iconic Constellation collection was unveiled on the market in 1952. This moment was the first time that any brand had created a family of watches that consisted only of certified chronometers. It was a huge signal of intent and undeniably proved the brand’s dedication to accuracy.

And what about that famous observatory symbol on the caseback? The medallion was created with a design reminiscent of the Geneva Observatory, while the eight stars represented those two world records of 1933 and 1936, and the six “wristwatch-sized” contests won between 1945 and 1952.

Still today, we are reminded of the Constellation’s heritage, and OMEGA’s own achievements, with every new model that enters the collection. Even better, the Master Chronometer certification now awarded to each Constellation watch proves that its promise of the industry’s highest standard of precision and performance remains irrefutably true.

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