Posted by Joe Vangieri on 20th June 2008
The intrinsic spirit of traditional Swiss watch making only shows after centuries of evolution, and consists of Horological Savoir Faire + Artistic Inspiration + Functional Complication. Since it’s founding in 1888 in La Chaux-de-Fonds – the heart of the Swiss watchmaking industry, Jean d’Eve always made efforts to combine its unique understanding and creativity in every timepiece it made, thus expressing great homage to the art of time keeping.
The latest achievement by Jean d’Eve is the new “Luna” collection. The new Luna uses a round-shaped case, dials in black, white or chocolate brown and is equipped with an automatic movement featuring a 40-hour power reserve. A 24-hour counter is located at the 12 o’clock position. With the added red zone and enhanced design of both the second time zone and power reserve indicators, the new version will be highly appreciated by frequent travelers, not only for its useful functions but also for the eye-catching, outstanding, and sporty yet classic design.

The watch case is made of polished high grade stainless steel and fitted with a see-through screw
case back, a stainless steel bracelet or alligator strap with butterfly buckle, a sapphire crystal and is
equipped with a modified ETA 2892A2 automatic movement featuring an exclusive functional
module.

Case Stainless Steel * Crystal & Case Back Sapphire *Bracelet Stainless Steel Bracelet *Strap Black / Brown Alligator * Crown Stainless Steel * Buckle Butterfly (Stainless Steel) * Dial Silver white / Black / Brown *
Function Hours, Minutes, Seconds and Calendar; Second Time Zone Display; Power Reserve Display * Water Resistance 30M * Movement Mechanical
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 19th June 2008
Eberhard & Co. enriches the “Chronographe 120ème Anniversaire” collection with an elegant red gold version fitted with an automatic cam movement.
This model,keeps all the features that mark the collection: the transparent caseback enables to admire the refined movement and the particular skeleton rotor with the gilt Silhouette “120″, whose base features the engraving “120ème Anniversaire 1887-2007”. The dial reminds the special anniversary by showing the name “120ème Anniversaire” and is available either in tobacco color with white counters or in white color embellished by a circular golden area, which on one hand makes the tachometer scale stand out, and on the other hand it gives a touch of light to the whole dial.
The special counter at 6 o’ clock has a double function, being the hours- counter of the chronograph and the indicator of the days simultaneously represented on it. The skeleton hands guarantee the readability of the counters and the oblique date indicator at 8 o’ clock. The specially worked sapphire glass, convex, exalts the light reflexes, while the case features a geometric design laterally giving refinement to the profile.
The chronograph’s push buttons are finely worked and the crown has an original “quadrillé” decoration.
Technique, elegance and attention to every detail make this new version a piece of history telling more than 120 years.

Chronographe Chronographe 120ème Anniversaire
Technical features
Reference: 30121 (Cam) Movement: mechanical Chronograph with automatic winding. Calibre 13 1/4 “, base Valjoux ETA 7750, modulus EB 400. 28′800 vph, 27 rubies, chronograph-functions with cam
device. Counters at 3 – 6 – 9, counter at 6 with double function (hours-counter of the chronograph and day), date at 8. Rotor: skeleton, with Silhouette “120″, 5N gilt finish with Vagues Circulaires motif – gilt engraving “120ème Anniversaire 1887-2007″. Finish of the movement: finely worked – rubies’ contour with 2N gilt circular engraving. Case: 18 ct. red gold, polished. Diameter of the case: 42,50 mm Thickness of the case: 14,30 mm Crown: 18 ct. red gold, screw-in, Quadrillée motif with anti-slip function, personalized with the letter “E” in relief. Diameter of the crown: 7, 50 mm Strap-attachment: 21,00 mm Push buttons: 18 ct. red gold, with a lozenge finish on the upper part. The push button is protected by a gold small ring. Glass: sapphire, convex, antireflective Water-resistance: 3 atm Dials: tobacco color with white counters; white with white counters and circular golden area. Applied numerals and indices, gilt 5N. (Registered Design) Hands: hours and minutes: cone-shaped, skeleton. Small seconds and counters: thread-shaped, with a small ring as counterbalance. Day-hand: skeleton Caseback: 18 ct. red gold, polished, with a curved profile, secured by 6 screws, with engravings, central part in flat sapphire glass. Leather strap: Alligator, 18 ct. red gold buckle personalized “E&C”.
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 19th June 2008
CENTURY is rounding out its Prime Time Egos GMT Chronograph line with a new model in 18 ct. red gold, featuring a white dial and strap. This summer season design is sure to please men and women alike.
The CENTURY design team is revisiting one of their signature models in salute to balmy weather, the heady days and magic nights of summer.
The twelve-sided 42mm CENTURY sapphire case is fitted on a see-through back framed in 18 ct. red gold through which the watch movement may be observed. Providing both (COSC certified) chronograph and GMT functions, this design features a date aperture at 3 o’clock along with three sub-dials, the largest showing the seconds, the smaller two respectively the hour and the minutes. Connected to the case by 18 ct. red gold lugs, the white alligator strap with 18 ct. red gold deployment clasp provides a perfect aesthetic counterpoint to the dial.
Thanks to its sapphire body, the hardest substance after diamond, a CENTURY timepiece easily stands the test of time and retains its distinctive beauty day after day, year after year.

Prime Time Egos Chronograph GMT
Ref : 606.1.D.55i.72.40D.CZM
Model in 18 ct. red gold - dodecagonal sapphire case, 42 mm - chronograph and GMT functions - white dial - white alligator strap with a folding clasp in 18 ct. red gold - certified C.O.S.C.
Century Time Gems Ltd.
CENTURY was founded in 1966 in Bienne by Hans Ulrich Klingenberg. His vision of an exceptional kind of fabrication and of a timeless elegance gave birth to the world’s first production of sapphire watches. Nowadays established in Nidau, the independent family firm is headed by Philip W.A. Klingenberg, the founder’s son. He actively promotes the development of hand manufactured sapphire watches and jewellery collections for exclusive customers. He has progressively established the brand CENTURY in the world of luxury and glamour.
CENTURY watch cases are entirely composed of indestructible CENTURY sapphire. An exclusive process permanently bonds the sapphire case middle to the sapphire crystal to form a single unit called a monolith. The monolith is then painstakingly cut and polished by hand. From this unique process come original and elegant shapes featuring countless facets.
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 18th June 2008
Harry Winston introduces the : Avenue Squared timepiece, a statement of sophistication and style. Amplified and elegant, this modern interpretation takes the brand’s iconic Avenue timepiece to the power of two by exploring dualities in form and function. The Harry Winston The Avenue Collection’s signature, elongated shape is redefined with a re-proportioned, oversized squared case. Length and width are near similar in size, set in diamonds for a graphic, yet feminine feel. This sleek, clean look ensures a full-panoramic view of the dual-time zone dial with two separate quartz movements. The two time spaces are joined within two diamond circles, forming an infinity symbol for added visual harmony. Dual colors of the dial, for day and night, further enhance the balance and duality in design.

Iconic elegance x Modern design = Harry Winston
Harry Winston Diamond Corporation is a specialist diamond enterprise with assets in the mining and retail segments of the diamond industry.
The company’s retail division, Harry Winston Inc., is a premier jewelry and timepiece
retailer with salons in key locations including New York, Paris, London, Beijing, Tokyo and Beverly Hills.
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 18th June 2008

In the late 1950s, having established its mastery of the skies, Breitling set off to conquer the maritime depths by launching the Superocean, a professional diver’s watch that also gained a following among the first leisure diving enthusiasts. Ever since, successive generations of Superocean models have continued to excel on a technical level, boasting water resistance to depths of 500, 1500 and even 2000 meters. A glowing tribute to the original model, the Superocean “Héritage” line reflects both its spirit and itsaesthetics, as in the new Chronographe version.
As was the case 50 years ago, its dial carries the Breitling signature topped by the stylized letter B in 18-carat gold. The model also features another distinctive detail: the hour is displayed by the same luminescent triangular tipped hand that already enabled unequivocal read-off even in the darkness at great depths. The choice of wrist bands is equally exclusive – starting with the Ocean Classic woven steel bracelet, which mirrors the initial version that gave the watch its unusual visual appeal. The even more resolutely sporting Ocean Racer rubber strap comes in three colors matching those of the dial and bezel: black, blue and bronze. The original design of the Superocean Héritage Chronographe is matched only by the quality of its performances.

Its imposing steel case, measuring 46 mm in diameter and water-resistant to 200 meters (660 feet/ 20 bars), houses Breitling Caliber 13, a sturdy high-precision movement officially chronometer-certified by the COSC – as indeed are all Breitling movements.
Movement:
Breitling Caliber 13, officially chronometer-certified by the COSC, selfwinding, high frequency (28,800 vibrations per hour), 25 jewels. 1/4th of a second chronograph, 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers. Calendar. Case: steel. Water resistant to 200 meters (660 feet/20 bars). Screw-locked crown. Unidirectional ratcheted bezel. Cambered sapphire crystal, glareproofed on both sides. Strap/bracelet: Ocean Racer in rubber/Ocean Classic in woven steel.
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 18th June 2008
Time zones The world is on your wrist thanks to the Trainmaster Five Time Zone! Knowing the time in London, Hong Kong, Tokyo and New York at a mere glance makes travel and business trips so much simpler!

The remarkable precision of this timepiece is reflected in the skilful balance of classic and retro design. The emblematic luminescent hour-markers with their micro gas tubes, a trademark of the Ball brand, provide perfect legibility.
Movement Automatic, Ball calibre
Functions Hours, minutes, direct-drive centre seconds hand, date and four time zones
Case Stainless steel, 43 mm
Anti-reflective sapphire crystal and sapphire back
Screw-down “Cannonball” crown
Shock-resistant to 5000g’s
Water-resistant to 50 m
Dial Black with 4 GMT counters
Hour-markers and hands equipped with micro gas tubes for perfect legibility
Date window at 3 o’clock
Bracelet/Strap Genuine crocodile or stainless steel
Material : Steel
Movement : Automatic
Date
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 17th June 2008
Date Eterna is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the KonTiki model worn by the explorer Thor Heyerdahl during his famous expedition in the Pacific. The dial is decorated with the outline of the Raroia atoll, destination of the epic voyage, while the cross-stitching on the strap recalls the ropes used to build the KonTiki raft, named after the eponymous sun god. This limited edition of 50 is reserved for contemporary explorers.

Movement Automatic, Eterna 3010 calibre
Functions Hours, minutes, seconds and date
Case Polished and satin-finished 18K pink gold, 40 mm
Scratch-proof sapphire crystal, double anti-reflective coating
Screw-down back with KonTiki medallion
Water-resistant to 200 m
Dial Black, convex
Gilded hour-markers and hands with green superluminova
4 triangular hour-markers with gilded Arabic numerals filled with green superluminova
Bracelet/Strap Chestnut brown alligator with cross-stitching, 18K pink gold buckle
Material : Gold
Movement : Automatic
Water-resistant > 50m
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 17th June 2008
Power reserve The Longines Conquest is the quintessence of sporting elegance, with meticulous attention paid to the aesthetic potentials of the bezel, the cabochon and the bracelet’s links, all three in black ceramic. This exceptional material combines timeless glamour with extraordinary technical characteristics. A subtle fusion of steel and ceramic, of performance and elegance, the Longines Conquest integrates technical features that will meet the expectations of the most demanding sportsmen and women.

Movement Automatic Valjoux 7750, L667 calibre, 13 ¼ lignes, 27 jewels, 28,800 vib/h
46-hour power reserve
Functions Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph
Case Stainless steel, 41 mm
Black ceramic bezel and cabochon
Screw-down back and crown, and crown shield
Anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Water-resistant to 300 m
Dial Black lacquered with large “12” and silvered hour-markers
Polished, rhodium-plated hands
Counters: 12-hour and 30-minute at 6 and 12 o’clock respectively and central seconds
Date window at 3 o’clock
Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel with black ceramic links, folding triple safety clasp
Material : Steel
Movement : Automatic
Water-resistant > 50m
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 16th June 2008
This is an illustration of Victoire de Castellane’s fine jewelry universe through a combination of very rare materials:
The intense pink diamonds and the 18 karat pink gold.
This feminine 38 mm timepiece
features a white mother-of-pearl dial
and a spiral of 55 pink diamonds.
The bezel goes all out pink with its 76 diamonds and 5N gold.
The black genuine “couture” satin strap highlights
this numbered limited edition of 15 pieces and retail for $25,000.
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Posted by Joe Vangieri on 16th June 2008
Prominente Dualtime in steel and rose gold
The soul of a world traveller. The new Prominente Dualtime is unquestionably an adventure in timekeeping. Named after one of the greatest cigars ever made, the steel version dares to marry traditional Roman numeral design and Arabic numerals, as well as rectilinear and round forms. Both sensual and masculine, it displays the time in two time zones.
Only a watch brand such as Cuervo y Sobrinos could dare, without losing its credibility, to use such a dial design where square meets oval, rectangle, star and waves. The shapes are in perfect balance. The markers for current local time, carefully studied down to the last detail, are Roman numerals against a background of wave guillochage encircled by a filigree oval. A window with unexpected lines reveals the date and day of the week in a first time zone. The second time zone is displayed in 24-hour time.

The Prominente Dualtime watch contains two self-winding mechanisms. Their sophisticated details can be seen through an anti-glare sapphire crystal. The time zone, date and day of the week are found in the centre of the dial. A brand within the brand, the brand’s logo is engraved in indigo blue on the oscillating weight against Cuervo y Sobrinos’ exclusive fan decoration. This model has a 48-hour power reserve. The screwed caseback is sealed to withstand 3 atm. of pressure.
This model is available as a gem-set version or without stones, in steel and 18-carat rose gold, with a crocodile strap and a pin buckle or folding clasp. The Prominente Dualtime is available in the brand’s traditional colours.
A luxury brand of international repute, Cuervo y Sobrinos has been producing its own watch collection in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland since 1882. Its contemporary timepieces remain true to the “vintage” aesthetic movements of the original collections and designs created in the past. It associates simplicity, avant-gardism and art deco with an innovative spirit, expertise and modern Swiss watchmaking.
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