A. Lange & Sohne Academy Initiates Expert Course for Authorized Retailers

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Posted by admin | Posted in A. Lange & Sohne watches, watch | Posted on 25-02-2010

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A. Lange & Sohne Academy Initiates Expert Course for Authorized Retailers As makers of some of the world’s finest high luxury timepieces, A. Lange & Sohne has a keen understanding that knowledgeable representatives are the best ambassadors of its brand values. Nearly three years ago, A. Lange & Sohne initiated its “Akademie”, with the objective of enabling authorized Lange dealers to get intensive, in-house education on the fine points behind the watches and their creation. To round out this training, and provide a true immersion in the techniques and culture of Saxon haute horlogerie, the manufacture has initiated an Expert Course.

The Lange Expert Course is for trainees who have already completed two introductory courses at the Academy and then gone back to their retail environment to educate their colleagues, in turn. A. Lange & Sohne watchmakers spend extensive “hands on” time with their pupils during the Expert Course, with the goal of getting each person deep into the heart of specialized horological skills. Lange decorative techniques such as the application of Glashutte ribbing patterns, engraving and polishing are all taught. However, students do far more than just watch–after a time in observation, they get to try their own hand at all of the same skills. The course culminates in each student fully assembling a manual wind mechanical movement under the patient guidance of their master watchmaker instructor.

Participants in the Lange Academy who complete the Expert Course and its final comprehensive written exam get to take away more than just a piece of paper. Experts depart proudly with a unique token of their experience–a finely framed certificate complete with the same three-quarter movement plate and balance cock that they spent time decorating during the course. Already, A. Lange & Sohne has graduated “Experts” from retailers in both Italy and Germany, with more courses planned through 2010. The next soon-to-be Lange Experts will come from across the globe to include other regions of Europe, Japan, the United States, and Southeast Asia.

Eberhard Co to Present Tazio Nuvolari Edition Limitee Grand Prix en Or

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Posted by admin | Posted in Ebel watches, watch | Posted on 22-02-2010

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The renowned horological company Eberhard & Co surprises the world of watchmaking with its captivating novelty, named Tazio Nuvolari Edition Limitee Grand Prix en Or. The timepiece is to be unveiled at Baselworld 2010.

The Eberhard & Co watch has been encouraged by the famous racing driver Tazio Nuvolari deeply admired by the brand. This timepiece is instantly identifiable thanks to its red gold case, evocative of a vintage dashboard.

The new Eberhard & Co watch represents a perfect marriage of a complicated nature and powerful aesthetic appeal. The brand has succeeded in creating a timekeeping instrument characterized by remarkable clarity, legibility, accuracy and resistance. The watch wins the heart due to the utmost attention to detail.

The Tazio Nuvolari Edition Limitee Grand Prix en Or demonstrates a gold-plated black dial with large sub-dials, a circular-grained flange, a ceramic bezel, outfitted with a tachometer scale. The watch face artfully plays with refined color contrasts: a successful combination of black and red gold is accented with subtle touches of red. The new Eberhard & Co watch has been issued in a limited edition of 123 items.

The heart of the Tazio Nuvolari Edition Limitee Grand Prix en Or watch is represented by a self-winding ETA Valjoux 7750 movement. Its functionality includes hours, minutes and the chronograph function.

 The mechanism is housed in a 43 mm case, rendered in 18Kred gold. The black ceramic bezel features a tachometer scale in miles/h engraved in red. The dial is shielded by a sapphire crystal, with internal anti-reflective treatment. The case exhibits a screw-down back with the central part engraved with the autograph of the driver, and the outer part bevelled with circular-grained finishing. The water-resistance of the case is down to 30 meters.

The timepiece boasts an attractive dial, featuring luminous Arabic numerals and luminous hands for perfect legibility. They are kept company by a central red direct-drive seconds hand. The dial is also completed with chronograph hour and minute sub-dials, positioned at 6 and 12 o’clock correspondingly.

Panerai Luminor 1950 10 Days GMT

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Posted by admin | Posted in Panerai watches, watch | Posted on 09-02-2010

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A brand that has a lot to say in terms of both technical performance and design, Officine Panerai keeps on amazing the world of watch manufacturing with its brilliantly manufactured mechanisms and its innovative designs. Being established in the 1860’s in Italy, the brand is nowadays Swiss owned by the manufacturer Richemont S. A. The standards of this brand are higher than ever and its struggle to achieve the most progressive technical movements has reached its end, as many movements developed by Officine Panerai are in-house movements displaying the most amazing technical features in watch manufacturing. The smartest trends are followed, without forgetting the Officine Panerai’s distinctive features.

        A watch deserving our attention and interest is the new Officine Panerai Luminor 1950 10 Days Watch, a watch that definitely presents an alternative to those watches regarded only as wrist accessories, this one being equipped with extremely useful functions. But, before we can talk about its technical performance, a few words are required in order to present its design.

        The design of the new Officine Panerai Luminor 1950 10 Days Watch is quite appealing and features a case measuring 44 mm in diameter made of a combination of brushed steel and ceramics. The case is surrounded by a brushed steel bezel or if chosen by the customer, the other version featuring black ceramic. The distinctive protective device of the crown is also present, covering the crown at the 3 o’clock position. This system of protection of the movement was patented by Officine Panerai in 1956.

        The dial features the traditional functions of showing the hour, minute and second, along with a second time zone function, making of the watch the perfect instrument for travelers and business men. The second time-zone is shown in a sub-dial located at 9 o’clock, while the power reserve function is indicated above 6 o’clock, with the specification of 10 days. At three o’clock we can find the date function, every detailing on this watch being luminescent coated and contrasting the black ceramic dial. The three Arabic numerals provide a touch of elegant simplicity and add a contemporary appearance to the design of the watch.

        The new Officine Panerai Luminor 1950 10 Days Watch comes equipped with an automatic mechanical movement defined as the Panerai Calibre P.2003, esclusively made by Panerai to fit this amazing timepiece. This movement supports the following functions: traditional functions of showing the hour, minute and second, a second time zone, 24 h indicator, a power reserve display and a second reset, not to mention its ability to resist 100 meters deep diving and a 240 hour of power resistance.

        The strap accompanying this new Officine Panerai Luminor 1950 10 DaysWatch is made of alligator leather and is available either on black or on dark brown. The strap offers a classy and sophisticated design to the watch, making it equal of its technical excellence.

Seiko ‘targets significant growth in India’

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Posted by admin | Posted in Seiko watches, watch | Posted on 09-02-2010

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Seiko is aiming to more than double its number of outlets in India.

Japanese luxury watch brand Seiko is aiming to more than double its amount of retail outlets in India to 250 within two years.

Seiko currently has 123 high-class shops and boutiques in India – which is a “booming” market, according to the Hindu Business Line.

Several designer watch manufacturers have highlighted Asia – and in particular India and China – as the industry’s growth hotspot over the next decade.

Tetsuji Ishimaru, Seiko’s managing director, illustrated the importance of the Indian market by telling the newspaper: “Globally, our sales were affected by about 20 to 30 per cent during the recession but sales in India were picking up during that period.”

Seiko is targeting up to 30 per cent growth in India as it expands its range of stores.

In December, the Japanese firm praised its Premier Collection, saying it was “an inspiration” which took watch refinement to the next level.ADNFCR-2664-ID-19602004-ADNFCR

Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph from Hermes

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Posted by admin | Posted in fashion watches, watch | Posted on 06-02-2010

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This year, the renowned watchmaker Hermes is pleased to unveil a new interpretation of its legendary Clipper watch.

The new Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph watch features a 44 mm case, sculptured in steel and titanium. For its brilliant performance and lightness, titanium is highly appreciated in the world of sailing. Both front and backsides of the watch case are fitted with glareproofed sapphire crystals. Hermes’ novel brainchild boasts 200-meter water-resistance.

Although designed for action, this new Hermes watch is also extremely elegant. Reminiscent of the famous sailboat’s porthole, Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph will appeal to those in search for a special timekeeping companion.

The chronograph watch is powered by a reliable self-winding chronograph movement - Valjoux 7750 calibre. It provides a 46-hour power reserve. This mechanism serves to animate the following functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date, as well as that of chronograph.

The dial of the Clipper watch is featured in three versions: anthracite, palladium or copper brown. It reveals hour, minute and small seconds sub-dials, positioned at 6, 12 and 9 o’clock correspondingly. The date is viewable through an exhibition window, placed at 3 o’clock.

The Hermes Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph watch is affixed to a black, orange or brown rubber strap. Alternatively, the watch,  can be mounted on a steel and titanium bracelet.

Fashion Realistic Significance: Scarlett Johansson Designs Mango Handbag for Assistance to Haiti

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Posted by admin | Posted in fashion handbags, handbag | Posted on 05-02-2010

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On 12 January 2010, a major earthquake struck southern Haiti, knocking down buildings and power lines and inflicting what its ambassador to the United States called a catastrophe for the Western Hemisphere’s poorest nation.Juicy Couture Handbags The magnitude 7.0 quake is the most powerful to Haiti in a century. This earthquake caused major damage to Port-au-Prince, Jacmel and other settlements in the region. Haiti is in agony; the earthquake has destroyed its buildings, homes, lives.

Many countries responded to appeals for humanitarian aid, pledging funds and dispatching rescue and medical teams, engineers and support personnel. All kinds of donations are arriving in Haiti. No matter the government or individual in the world want to help Haitian people by all means. Some world-famous brands also take measures to help Haitian government and people.

January 28, 2010, Hollywood star, the spokesperson of Mango, Scarlett Johansson specially designed a new handbag cooperating with Mango to help the earthquake victims in Haiti to raise funds. This bag was printed the old map of Haiti, which stands for, I think, the firm belief. Haiti is a poor, tragically deforested nation, but it is rich in history, human potential, and human spirit. We still believe that Haiti can move beyond its troubled history and this lethal earthquake to emerge a stronger, more secure nation. This bag still attaches the characters “Support the people of Haiti,” as well as Scarlett Johansson’s personal signature. It is learned that Haiti handbags will be exclusively on sale worldwide in 1390 Mango stores. The canvas tote will retail for $29.90 and proceeds will go to charity organization OXFAM in their relief efforts in Haiti.  The bag features a vintage cartography of the island – one of our favorite motifs both aesthetically and thematically, symbolizing the perseverence of a nation through time.

Scarlett Johansson said: “I am very glad to cooperate with Mango. Promoting conscious consumer behavior and raising funds for Haiti, I am thrilled. Buy this handbag, you can provide great assistance, such as clean water. ”

Yes, we all have a stake in Haiti’s future. In our interdependent world, we are all connected and the fate of our neighbors is intrinsically linked with our own. A stronger, more secure Haiti means a stronger, more secure region. The Haitian people deserve the chance to build a nation that reflects their hard work, their ability, and their desires. There is a Haitian proverb, ÒMen anpil chay pa lou,Ó which translates as “Many hands lighten the load.” Working together, we can lighten the load that the Haitian people have carried on their own for far too long, and finally give them a real chance for a better tomorrow.

Top Selling Patek Philippe replica watch models

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Posted by admin | Posted in Patek Philippe watches, watch | Posted on 05-02-2010

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Patek Philippe replica watch is a favorite brand among the customers of ReplicaExpert.US store. This is an expensive brand. People can admire the original watches in various watch stores but to buy the original watch you have to be rich! The alternative is the replica watches that come with lower price tags. Here we have described some of the favorite Patek Philippe replica watches.

Patek Philippe Sceleton Chronograph – SKU804

ReplicaExpert.US is selling the Patek Philippe Sceleton Chronograph – SKU804. The original watch would cost around $87,000. This replica Patek Philippe Sceleton Chronograph – SKU804 watch is sold by ReplicaExpert.US at a discounted price of $549. This is a grade 1A Swiss replica watch. Sapphire crystal is used on the face and back of the watch. On the face and the back of the watch you can see the internal movements of the watch. Sapphire crystal is scratch proof and strong. Nouvelle Lemania ultra thin movements with manual winding have been used inside the watch. The watch has flyback time hands. These are 25 jewels watches with 28800 aph. You find the hour, minute, seconds totalisators that attribute to the chronograph feature of the watch.

The dial is silvered and has Arabic numerals. The watch case is polished stainless steel with IPG 18 carat white gold. The watch diameter is 39 mm and it has a thickness of 12 mm which makes it thinner than the other chronograph watches. These watches are waterproof and can be worn in deep sea too. They are pressure tested for wearing below the sea water during diving trips. You will find the genuine leather strap of black color and Patek Philippe classic clasp.

Patek Philippe Nautilius 5711 – SKU1477

The price of the original Patek Philippe Nautilius 5711 – SKU1477 watch is $28,000. This is a very steep price. You can buy this Patek Philippe Nautilius 5711 – SKU1477 watch from ReplicaExpert.US store for a price of $499. This watch has a black dial, a length of 43 mm, and a width of 38 mm. It has nicely rounded edges. The watch has a screwed back with sapphire crystal. The magnified date is seen at the 3 o’clock position. These are self winding watches, with Nouvelle Lemania movements, 25 jewels, and 28800 aph. The watch comes with a two tone bracelet and a fold over clasp. The watch is very beautiful in its looks.

Our customers are buying these Patek Philippe replica watches regularly. These are grade 1A Swiss replica watches. They come with hacking signal that stops the seconds hand from moving when the crown is pulled out to adjust the time. The bracelet has steel polish and also golden plating. The watch has been made to look just like the original watch. Even a watch connoisseur will find it difficult to tell the original watch from the replica watch. At a fraction of the price of the original watch, you are able to buy the replica watch.

Vacheron Constantin Presents Patrimony Traditionnelle Calibre 2253 Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Vacheron Constantin watches, watch | Posted on 03-02-2010

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In 2010, Vacheron Constantin is proud to unveil a new complicated timepiece to join its Collection Excellence Platine – the Patrimony Traditionnelle “Calibre 2253” watch.

The new Calibre 2253 was created by the brand’s engineering department. The development of the movement required more than several thousands of hours. It provides such sophisticated functions as a perpetual calendar, the equation of time and the times of sunrise and sunset. Moreover, it incorporates a tourbillon escapement.

Although boasting the amazing mechanical complexity, the Calibre 2253 provides a remarkable power reserve – about 336 hours (equal to 14 days). It became possible due to two pairs of coupled barrels. The power reserve is visible via a sapphire-crystal case-back.

The equation of time, one of the most charming horological complications, serves for indicating the difference in minutes between the variable solar time revealed by a sundial and the constant mean time of wristwatches and clocks. It should be mentioned that solar time and mean time coincide just four times a year, exactly on April 15, June 14, September 1 and December 24. As for the rest of the year, the difference between solar and mean time varies from – 16 minutes to + 16 minutes.

Instruments able to calculate the equation of time are very rare, having been created only by highly accomplished horologists.

In the Patrimony Traditionnelle “Calibre 2253” watch, the work of the equation of time complication depends on the equation cam, representing a waisted oval, the shape of which reminds a figure 8. Its calculation is performed according to the daily declination of the sun observed from a given point. With the cam rotating once a year, a special hand follows its contour, indicating the equation of time between 10 and 11 o’clock on the dial.

The new Vacheron Constantin watch displays another rare horological function – the sunrise and sunset times throughout the year at a given region. This complication also works with help of a cam, with its outline calculated according to the latitude of the region. It is remarkable that the brand’s clients can choose the region of the sunrises and sunsets.

The tourbillon carriage features the signature shape of Vacheron Constantin’s emblem, a Maltese Cross. It rotates once a minute, being presented at 6 o’clock, along with the small seconds indication.

The perpetual calendar indications are positioned symmetrically – the days, the months and the dates are found at 9, 12 and 3 o’clock respectively. The leap-year indicator performs a circumspect appearance in the upper right part of the dial.

The sophisticated finish of the Patrimony Traditionnelle “Calibre 2253” watch reflects its complicated nature. The case of the Vacheron Constantin watch, 43 mm in diameter, is crafted in 950 platinum, along with the dial, the crown and the folding clasp shaped as a half of a Maltese Cross. It is remarkable that even the Dauphine hands indicating the hours and minutes are rendered in the same material, representing an outstanding technical prowess.

The dial demonstrates alternating silvered and frosted surfaces, being completed with snailed chapters, circular-brushed sub-dials and diamond-polished filets, as well as applied hour markers and Maltese Cross crafted in white gold. The dial is shielded by a convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on one side.

The Calibre 2253 movement is crowned with the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva, rightfully considered to be the seal of horological perfection, reserved for very few Geneva manufacturers. The movement boasts Cotes-de-Geneve, circular graining, chamfering and straight graining of the steelwork completely performed by hand.

The sophisticated movement comprises 457 parts and is just 9.60 mm thick. The frequency of the balance is 18,000 vibrations per hour.

The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionnelle “Calibre 2253” watch will be available in an extremely limited edition of just 10 pieces. The timepiece, is 30-meter water-resistant. It is secured to the wrist on a dark blue alligator leather strap, hand-stitched with a platinum thread.

Vacheron Constantin Presents Majestic Metiers d’Art La symbolique des laques Collection

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Posted by admin | Posted in Vacheron Constantin watches, watch | Posted on 01-02-2010

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At SIHH 2010, Vacheron Constantin was pleased to unveil its superb new series of watches to join the brand’s Metiers d’Art collection, already highly appreciated by watch connoisseurs for the unique “Les Masques” sets, inspired by tribal masks taken from different cultures of the world and initially unveiled in 2007.

The new Vacheron Constantin Metiers d’Art “La symbolique des laques” collection is devoted to a one-of-a-kind centuries-old Japanese lacquer technique called maki-e. The company will introduce just 20 exceptional sets of the limited edition collection each year.

Each set will demonstrate three signature masterpieces that will pay tribute to natural creations bearing great spiritual or symbolic importance in Japanese culture. The central section in the dial features a cutaway revealing the horological beauty of a skeletonized manually-wound movement, found on the list of the thinnest in the world.

Each watch from the Metiers d’Art La symbolique des laques watch set,  demonstrates an elegantly slender case, measuring 40mm in diameter and sculptured from white or pink gold.

The 18K gold dials depict three pairs of animals and plants: a pine tree presented with a crane, a plum tree and nightingale, and a sparrow depicted on shoots of bamboo. The artisan, responsible for the designs, sprinkles gold and silver in the form of a powder upon freshly applied lacquer originating from the Rhus verniciflua tree.

The first set of the Vacheron Constantin watches was given the name “The Three Friends of Winter.” The set, as interpreted by Japanese culture, symbolizes endurance and longevity in the face of bitter and severe conditions.

Zohiko, one of the oldest and most highly-respected companies specializing on maki-e lacquer in Japan, performs the work. It is interesting to mention that the first Zohiko shop was established in the middle of the 17th century, having gained the prestigious reputation of a highly cherished supplier of lacquered pieces of art to the Japanese Imperial Court.

The new Vacheron Constantin watches also boast a sapphire crystal exhibition case-back that allows to admire perfect and delicate craftsmanship of the 1003 SQ mechanical movement. This is a true masterpiece of mechanical miniaturization that has been completely open-worked by hand. You would actually need a jeweler’s loupe to see all the beauty of the many sophisticated decorative elements of the movement.

Vacheron Constantin’s 1003 SQ caliber, just 1.64mm tall, features elegant ruthenium finishing atop 14K white gold. The gently beating screw balance of the movement performs 18,000 oscillations per hour. The movement is crowned by the Geneva Seal hallmark that honors the movement’s meticulous decoration and architecture, reflecting the best traditions of haute horlogerie schools of Geneva. One more peculiarity of the movement is a 30-hour power reserve.

The Vacheron Constantin Metiers d’Art La symbolique des laques watches are coupled with refined saddle-stitched crocodile leather straps. The straps are equipped with ardillon buckles crafted in white or pink gold, the shape of which looks like half of a Maltese cross.

Panerai Introduces Radiomir Composite Marina Militare 8 Giorni – 47 mm Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Panerai watches, watch | Posted on 26-01-2010

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The new Radiomir Composite Marina Militare 8 Giorni – 47 mm watch reflects Officine Panerai remarkable technological innovation, based on the brand’s rich history.

The case of the new Panerai watch is produced from an innovative material characterized by outstanding durability not influenced by time. The Panerai composite was born due to an electrochemical process of ceramization of the aluminum.

The material is harder than the ceramics usually used by watchmakers for watch cases. It is also harder than steel and titanium. Moreover, it is lighter.

The Panerai composite, characterized by ductility and reliability, allows the brand’s watchmakers to come up with sophisticated and extremely precise workings. The processes employed in the creation of this material, have been suggested by the processes carried out when producing components for the aeronautic industry and for car and motorcycle races, the fields where the highest levels of performance are of vital importance.

The Radiomir Composite Marina Militare 8 Giorni – 47 mm demonstrates a mono-color look. The case and the crown of the Panerai watch are created in matt, deep brown, matching the brown of the dial. The case is coupled with a vintage leather strap, also in brown.

The strap stitching reflects the ecru color of the Superluminova on the hands and other details of the ‘sandwich-construction’ dial, completed with indexes and numerals, the small-seconds sub-dial found at 9 o’clock, the words Marina Militare and Panerai and the second sub-dial featuring the inscription 8 giorni brevettato, inspired by the historic Panerai models. The sapphire crystal, formed of corundum, is 1.9 mm thick and provided with anti-reflective coating.

The new Panerai Radiomir watch accommodates a hand-wound mechanical movement – the P.2002/7 Calibre. The 191-component, 21-jewel movement has been developed and built entirely by Officine Panerai. The mechanism, with a balance frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, incorporates three barrels for a remarkable 8-day power reserve, i