Zenith El Primero Jumping Seconds Chronograph Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Zenith watches, watch | Posted on 25-02-2010

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Swiss watch manufacture Zenith will soon present a new addition to its “El Primero” family of chronographs. This model, the El Primero Jumping Seconds, takes the high-precision utility of Zenith’s famously rapid balance frequency to an even greater level of operational efficiency–thanks to a central chronograph hand which completes ten precise micro-stops around the dial in each full revolution of one second. To complete this challenging elaboration for the chronograph mechanism, the Zenith design team and watchmakers had to devise a number of technical solutions, as well as make use of silicon for strategic components in the Caliber 4052 B movement to reduce energy consumption and operating stresses.

The Zenith El Primero Jumping Seconds Chronograph watch carries on the retro-inspired theme that was initiated by the Le Locle-based house at Baselworld 2009. Buyers can choose from versions in stainless steel or 18-karat rose gold, both versions with 43mm diameter cases showing a distinguished combination of brushed and polished finishes. Aside from a vintage charm and intricate craftsmanship, the handsome dials tell part of the fascinating technical story embodied in the self-winding chronograph movement. Examining the raised rehaut reveals a distinctive calibration–a mere ten divisions, rather than the typical arrangement of 60 marks. These naturally correspond to the ten exacting stops the thundering (or “foudroyante”) central chronograph hand makes during its one second revolution around the dial. Some handsome details which create visual intrigue for the  Zenith watch include the faceted hour indices, and an overlapping triad of chronograph subdials that are particularly striking in the stainless steel model thanks to a color differentiation with black, grey, and blue. The tasteful inscription “1/10th Of A Second” beneath the Zenith and El Primero dial signatures gives subtle hint to the high-performance technical qualities of the mechanism lying beneath.

A sapphire exhibition back allows a glimpse into the column-wheel governed El Primero 4052 B caliber, whose fascinating features are arguably crowned by a balance wheel moving back and forth at the famously frisky pace of 36,000 vibrations per hour–the signature frequency of all Zenith self-winding chronographs since 1969. This is in marked contrast to the majority of mechanical calibers on the market which employ balance oscillations of 18,000 vph, 21,600 vph, or often, 28,800 vph. While the classical integrated construction of this caliber and its innovative technology is most impressive, aesthetics are not wanting, either: tasteful beveling and circular graining decoration present a pleasing landscape for the eye to appreciate, one topped off with an intricately fashioned central winding rotor displaying the Zenith star logo.

Water resistance of the Zenith El Primero Jumping Seconds Chronograph watch is 100 meters, and both steel and 18K versions come fitted with sapphire crystals. The sporty yet elegant appearance of the model is well matched by rubber-lined straps in alligator leather, and a tang buckle bearing the Zenith insignia. The stainless steel Jumping Seconds Chronograph will also be offered on a stainless steel bracelet that closes securely via a triple-deployant clasp.

Cartier Captive Watch – Captivating Her at Once and Forever

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Posted by admin | Posted in Cartier Watches, watch | Posted on 25-02-2010

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Cartier Captive WatchThe New Cartier Captivewatch model was presented during the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2010.

The model is stunning with the 35 mm to 55 mm (depending on the model size) 18-k white gold dial, covered with rhodium. The smaller version is made with just one blued steel hand (for the hours – you can tell the time within 10 minute precision), while the larger version has two hands.

And as usual, the dial has no lack of diamonds. They are on the Cartier Captive watch bezel and on the dial’s perimeter as well. Moreover, the “numbers” on the dial are made of 3 karat diamonds.

Case aperture serves as a bracelet’s bracing. This affect brings some pocket watch notes to the Cartier Captive design. The light-grey canvas material bracelet is elegant enough the wear it with the 18-k white gold snap.

Sapphire glass will prevent Cartier Captive from mechanic damage. And 30 meter water resistance is a good reason for a pleasant sail sing. Inside the watch you’ll find the quartz movement.

The New Cartier model is expensive enough.. But despite of this I consider Cartier Captive the best way not only for “captivating her,” but also for “keeping her captive.”

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Jaeger-LeCoultre watches, watch | Posted on 03-02-2010

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SIHH 2010: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication Watch
Swiss manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre continues its string of exceptional accomplishments in the high complication category with a brilliant new Master Control watch bearing the prestigious Grande Tradition banner. This white gold timepiece presents not only a tourbillon and minute repeater–a watchmaking feat in itself–but also brings into play an ingenious rotating star chart with zodiacal functions and indications for sidereal as well as solar time. As an added attraction, the display for sidereal time–a 23 hour, 56-minute, and 4.091 seconds “day” measured by Earth’s rotation relative to the fixed stars–is actually accomplished by the tourbillon cage itself, which slowly orbits the dial in synchrony with this specialized astronomic period.

A close examination of the compelling galactic dial of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication watch reveals a wealth of fascinating astronomic information. The stars as seen from the northern hemisphere and the varied constellations blanket the mystical blue dial surface, which is actually a lacquered disc positioned above a lower disc bearing the little rotating sun which indicates solar (24-hour) time. Directly atop the lacquered sky is the slowly orbiting flying tourbillon with its pulsating balance wheel and continually revolving ultra-light titanium cage. The dial rehaut displays the zodiacal signs and the months, enabling the wearer to follow the apparent motions of the constellations through the year.

Impressive as all of this is, the 527-parts which comprise the Jaeger-LeCoultre 945 Caliber movement have yet other surprises in store. The minute repeater mechanism that chimes out the hours, quarter hours, and individual minutes upon request whenever the case slide is activated, utilizes two exclusive innovations which Jaeger-LeCoultre claims offers a real boost to acoustic performance. The first of these is a proprietary “trebuchet hammer” that significantly improves the velocity and force of the striking hammers compared to those in traditional repeaters. The second is a square-profile cathedral gong manufactured from a single piece; the gongs are attached to a thin layer of metal which contacts the sapphire crystal. This construction provides excellent amplification of the already robust chime, all while enabling the house to produce a watch case insulated enough to be water resistant to 50 meters.

The tourbillon escapement of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication watch is also most innovative. Rapidly beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, the watch’s balance wheel bears a hairspring featuring a Breguet terminal curve. Notably, the components of the escapement are produced from silicon, a material requiring no lubrication in the manner of traditional metal components. The use of such advanced escapement materials in no way diminishes Jaeger-LeCoultre’s adherence to traditional methods where movement finishing is concerned; a sapphire crystal exhibition window shows off nickel-silver bridges displaying a rich variety of decorative patterns, steel parts with anglage, and screws with a brilliant rhodium plating. As with other exceptionally complex Jaeger-LeCoultre movements, each JLC 945 Caliber is the responsibility of a single watchmaker to assemble and fine tune to perfection.

Jaeger-LeCoultre is to produce just 75 examples of the Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication watch, each in a 44mm case of 18-karat white gold, with an elegant strap in alligator leather. Like all references in the brand’s Master Control collection, the Grande Complication will undergo the famous 1000 hour in-house test; these comprehensive, grueling trials verify the precision, water resistance, and other performance aspects of the timepiece in a fully-assembled state. Official pricing information has not yet been announced, but a number in the high six figures would be reasonable to expect.

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Posted by admin | Posted in Roger Dubuis Watch, watch | Posted on 03-02-2010

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Roger Dubuis is no ordinary watch brand; it’s a brand that knows how to celebrate the finest things in life. This philosophy has proven to be quite successful considering the fact that a brand with such short tradition in watch manufacturing has come to be regarded today as one of the top brands in this industry, with impressive timepieces out to celebrate quality, innovation and technical performance.

        It’s not unusual for brands to choose their creative themes when designing a timepiece or even a watch collection, and over the years watches have been inspired by diving, car racing, polo, aviation and so on. This time, Roger Debuis has chosen to celebrate love, with its new timepiece called Roger Dubuis Too Much Diamond Watch, a watch especially designed for Valentine’s Day. To mark this passionate day of the year, Roger Dubuis has chosen as main color, red, the color of love and lovers.

 

Roger Dubuis Valentine Day Picture
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        The case of the new Roger Dubuis Too Much Diamond Watch is rectangular and made of pure white gold. This watch was especially designed for women and so the design concept is one extremely elegant, feminine and sophisticated. With its diamond-adorned bezel, the new Roger Dubuis Too Much Diamond Watch surely enters the category of luxury watches, being considered the perfect timekeeping instrument disguised in the most appealing wrist accessory. This beautiful watch definitely rises to the occasion and can be the perfect gift for that one special someone in your life.

        The diamonds adornments are used for the bezel of the watch, for the lugs connecting the case with the strap, and also for the dial. The new Roger Dubuis Too Much Diamond Watch features a dial adorned with a Love specification, made out of diamonds and red rubies. The dial features two black hands indicating the hour and minutes and also the logo of the Roger Dubuis brand under the 12 o’clock position. The dial has approached a mother-of-pearl color and it matches perfectly the red strap equipping the new Roger Dubuis Too Much Diamond Watch.

        Like most of the watches introduced by Roger Dubuis as luxury watches, this one too has a very reliable self-winding movement, that can offer a generous power reserve of 48 hours, and a 50 meters water resistance. The water resistance function is rather irrelevant given the exquisiteness of the materials of this watch, as I think no woman would try diving while wearing such extravagant timepiece on her wrist.

        The new Roger Dubuis Too Much Diamond Watch is available on a red leather strap, sewn with red thread. The strap makes a beautiful match with the red heart adorned on the dial, while the white mother-of-pearl dial matches the brilliance of the diamonds.

        Indeed a celebration of love and beauty, the new Roger Dubuis Too Much Diamond Watch doesn’t come cheap, its price being estimated to almost $38,000, being amongst the most expensive watches of this decade.

Breguet – The King of Watch Makers and The Watch Maker of Kings

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Posted by admin | Posted in Breguet watch, watch | Posted on 29-01-2010

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The outstanding watch maker, the watch maker of kings – this is said about Abraham Louis Breguet, the person who made the biggest part of inventions that are used in watches.

Abraham Louis Breguet founded his workshop in Paris in 1775. Very soon his timekeepers became popular with those who appreciated watches of the best quality. Personally Marie Antoinette ordered a watch with the most complicated mechanism. Development of this watch took many years and the watch was released after Marie Antoinette and Abraham Louis Breguet died. There were dozens and hundreds of other great watches that were so valued by persons of distinction.

After the great revolution there were the best conditions for creative work and unique inventions, for instance tourbillon.

The heirs continued development of Breguet watches up to the beginning of the XX century when the development of aviation resulted in the fact that one of the heirs of the brand gave up the family business. However, the resurrection was inevitable.

Since 1999 Breguet watches are produced under control of the Swatch Group that is faithful to the traditions that were declared by the very Breguet. Every Breguet watch has its unique number that allows to provide strict control. The brand releases watches in small editions. Today Breguet mostly focuses on three watch lineups – Marine, Classic and Type XX.

Classic – these are flat watches with manual or automatic winding. The watches have a wide variety of additional functions: chronograph, “jumping hour”, very complicated astronomic function of equation of time and, of course, tourbillon. All Breguet Classic watches are technically perfect. These watches have elegant classic design that makes them very suitable for business life as well as for a variety of occasions. Among the brightest models there is a model with perpetual calendar and tourbillon as well as a unique watch with perpetual calendar, equation of time and power reserve indication. Also there is a special classic collection – Breguet Heritage that is based on the models of past age.

Marine:this is a modern version of watches that were made for French fleet in 1815. The characteristic feature of Breguet Marine watches is the following: large waterproof case with screw-in crown. The back case features engraving Horloger de la Marine” or “Marine”. The female jewelry Marine watches are encrusted with diamonds and are made out of white or yellow gold.

Type XX:This collection was created in order to show the historical connection between aeronautics and watch making. Prototypes of this series were developed for French pilots. In 1995 Breguet presented the whole model range.

Summing up it is necessary to mention that any Breguet watch is a very expensive and exclusive thing that emphasizes individuality of its owner.

In our watch store you can buy a high quality Breguet replica watch. What is more, you can buy many Breguet replica watches, because our Breguet replica watches, unlike their original peers are very accessibly priced. Low price does not mean bad quality. Our Breguet replica watches are watches of the highest quality. Both design and accuracy of our Breguet replica watches will amaze you greatly. With our Breguet replica watches you have a great chance to make a fantastic gift for the person whom you love. Fulfill someone’s dream with Breguet replica watches!

Pierre Kunz Original Insanity Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in luxury watches, watch | Posted on 28-01-2010

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In 2007, at the WPHH, the renowned watchmaker Pierre Kunz officially unveiled its remarkable retrograde mechanical watch, named Infinity Looping. This timekeeper owes its name to the movements performed by a single hand in order to indicate the hours and minutes. It is attainable due to a cycloid hour hand, which travels along a scale that will make you think of a child’s Spirograph.

Although this watch is a bit difficult to read at the beginning, it is surely a true feast for the eyes.

No matter how appealing the Infinity Looping watch is, its name is misleading the English speaking audience. The point is that the Americans, for example, may perceive “looping” as “loopy”, which will definitely prevent watch enthusiasts from taking this timepiece seriously: these words seem to be similar, yet have different meanings. In Europe, however, this term stands for a part of a roller coaster that takes the riders upside down.

Therefore, Pierre Kunz’s U.S. sales manager Edward Suhyda found a creative solution to avoid misunderstanding mentioned and to attract the best possible attention of American watch lovers. Since Mr. Suhyda regarded this incredible timepiece as “insane”, he decided to bestow it with the name of “Insanity”. Thus, the U.S. market received an exceptional watch with the name, specially invented with this area in mind.

The Pierre Kunz Insanity watch is offered in a special box, also created by Suhyda. It is proposed with a straight jacket. Once the owner opens it, he will discover the infinitely looping watch, placed within a padded cell.

Offered in any number of color combinations, the Pierre Kunz watch employs a 44 mm stainless steel or blackened steel case.

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

Edox Sea Dubai Super Limited Edition Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in fashion watches, watch | Posted on 25-01-2010

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The Edox Sea Dubai Super Limited Edition watch commemorates the success of the Team Sea Dubai that performed well at the RC 44 Championship Tour. It has a PVD and stainless steel 48mm wide case and it’s powered by an Edox 94 automatic calibre movement with 28 jewels and 28,800 vph. Other features include a black dial with matching black rubber strap, a double date window at 12 o’clock, power reserve, date indicators and up to 244-meter water resistance.

Edox presents a new Super Limited Edition timepiece – the Sea Dubai Super Limited Edition – to honor the crew of the sailing yacht. The watch is created to reflect the sporting spirit of the regatta, a remarkable union of courage, courtesy, and sportsmanship.The Edox watch is animated by an Edox 94 mechanical caliber. The 42-hour power reserve is presented with a sub-counter at 6 o’clock with a blue gauge. The timepiece is 244-metre water-resistant.

Edox Sea Dubai Super Limited Edition comes with is presented in a splendid wooden box with a porthole aperture. The retail price is likely to be 4,430 euros.

The stainless steel case, 45 mm in diameter, is provided with black PVD-coating enhancing the fashion watch’s cryptic look. The case is coupled with a genuine black rubber strap fitted with a stainless steel folding buckle with black PVD coating.

The refined black carbon fibre dial features a blue 44, the symbol of the class. The dial is shielded by an anti-reflective scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

Tissot Creates My-T Tonneau Watch for Ladies

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Posted by admin | Posted in Tissot watches | Posted on 25-01-2010

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The watchmaking house Tissot is pleased to introduce its novel My-T Tonneau watch. This seductive model is specially reserved for the cheerful lady, who doesn’t prefer to go unnoticed. A perfect union of femininity and fortitude, this watch magically turns the geometry of shapes into a true poetry.

The new Tissot watch acquired its name thanks to two T-shaped elements, framing a graceful tonneau case. The model interpretation, illuminated by the play of dazzling diamonds, is a true piece of jewelry, every lady will be delighted to adorn her wrist with.

This appealing My-T Tonneau watch is animated by a quartz movement. It provides the basic functions of indicating hours and minutes.

The Tissot  watch employs a 316L steel case, plain or paved with diamonds. The overall weight of precious stones constitutes 0.45 carats. The case is armed with a sapphire crystal, which makes scratches virtually non-existent.

Housed in the watch case is a dial, embellished with a black or silvered guilloche pattern. This captivating dial is completed with two large Arabic numerals.

The novel Tissot My-T Tonneau watch is presented on a 316L steel bracelet, plain or diamond-paved on the shaped attachments.

Girard-Perregaux Laureato Quartz Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Girard Perregaux watches, watch | Posted on 23-01-2010

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SIHH 2010: Girard-Perregaux Laureato Quartz Watch
In a rather surprising move, Swiss manufacture Girard-Perregaux has revived the concept of the high-end battery powered quartz watch. As a tribute to the late 1960s, when quartz technology was coveted, and Girard watches housing this revolutionary technology were rare and expensive, the luxury brand synonymous for such mechanical triumphs as the Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges and the various chiming Opera masterpieces now presents a version of its sporty Laureato timepiece housing a brand new in-house Girard-Perregaux quartz movement. Engineered and decorated with the same care as a premium mechanical caliber, this GP13500 movement pays tribute to the manufacture’s accomplishment in 1970: bringing one of the highest quality and most technically meritorious Swiss quartz timepieces to a discerning watch-buying clientele.

The Girard-Perregaux Laureato timepiece which houses the GP13500 quartz movement is crafted from stainless steel, and features the distinctive integrated bracelet that the model is famous for. The rich blue dial displays a decorative grid pattern, luminous hands and hour indices, and red accents on the center seconds hand and date wheel. Turning the watch over reveals another feature seldom seen on any quartz timepiece–an exhibition sapphire back. Peering through it, the purchaser of Girard-Perregaux’s new quartz marvel can enjoy some very fine craftsmanship and pedigreed movement finishing–finish which leaves no fear of comparison to a self-winding or manually wound mechanical movement of the top tier. The entire surfaces of the GP13500 caliber are lavished with Cotes de Geneve patterns, including the gilt-finished battery cover that is engraved with the Girard-Perregaux initials and symbol. Another unmistakable touch of the exclusive are the multitude of screws showing a deep and even blued finish.

Technically, the quartz crystal of the GP13500 movement resonates at a frequency of 32.768 hertz, a specification that has been standard to all quartz calibers for nearly 40 years. Interestingly, it was Girard-Perregaux’s original quartz movement from 1970 which established this frequency–an accomplishment attributable to electronics specialist Georges Vuffray on behalf of the brand. It can be expected that this new GP quartz caliber for 2010 is not only a product of great visual beauty, but one which delivers remarkable precision timekeeping in the tradition of the best quartz movements.

While quartz timepieces may be synonymous with mass production in the eyes of some, Girard-Perregaux has made it very clear that the new battery-animated Laureato watch is anything but. The house will produce just 40 of these special stainless steel Laureato quartz timepieces, a figure that is well under that for even some of the most celebrated complications in the repertoire of mechanical watchmaking. When it becomes available later in the year, the watch will carry a suggested retail price of just over $11,000 (US).