January
09
HUBLOT KING POWER FOUDROYANTE ALL BLACK
A Big Bang with an even stronger, more powerful and further evolved design: this is the King Power - a timepiece with a complex dial made of several layers in a sober and powerful aesthetic concept, housing a split-seconds foudroyante chronograph movement.
- KING POWER FOUDROYANTE
ALL BLACK
King Power, a watch with an extreme and robust design. Its strength lies both in its tradition and faithfulness to the design of the Big Bang, as well as in its avant-garde modernism. All its components have been redesigned: the case has been shaped with sharp angles and straight sides, and features raised end pieces and screws. On the case edge, the push pieces stand out more, with the decorative tubes inserted in the black composite resin. The bezel has acquired a new look thanks to the rubber moulding around the ceramic. The dial is made of several layers and ten extra elements in addition to the powerful black index markers. The Chronograph and Foudroyante hands are completely new and made on two levels, with two different types of finish.
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09
Romain Jerome - "Ma petite entreprise ne connaît pas la crise"
The Chinese ideogram for crisis, Wei Ji, comprises two parts: “Wei” meaning “danger” and “Ji” meaning “opportunity”.
The prevailing pessimism has not affected the Geneva watchmaker, according to Yvan Arpa, its Managing Director:
“We don’t only manufacture luxury products, we create luxury. The materiality of the crisis has not affected the environment and values we have established.”
- Romain Jerome
Crisis Tourbillon
DNA of Famous Legends: A new marketing proposal that stands out from among the hundreds of brands that make up the FH, the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry. Geneva-based watchmaker Romain Jerome was founded in 2004 by a private equity fund. In 2006, with the arrival of Mr. Yvan Arpa, the company gained new momentum and began to create exceptional timepieces inspired by, and created in tribute to, the great legends of our time.
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January
09
Audemars Piguets traditional “AP Night”
The Audemars Piguet evening sends an optimistic breeze blowing through the watchmaking kingdom.
The economic climate is depressed but rather than succumbing to these winds of panic, the Manufacture Audemars Piguet is hoisting its trademark twin flags of optimism and determination. On the occasion of this first SIHH to be organised in January, the brand therefore decided to send out a positive signal and to maintain its traditional “AP Night” honouring its commercial partners whom it wishes to thank for their commitment and their loyalty.
- Georges-Henri Meylan and Philippe Merk
This evening also heralds a new era for Audemars Piguet, since Philippe Merk is now taking up the corporate reins. After serving the brand for over 20 years and leading it to dazzling prosperity, Georges-Henri Meylan is confidently handing on the torch to his successor.
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January
09
Precise, Preciser, RICHARD LANGE “Pour le Mérite”
The third Lange wristwatch with a fusée-and-chain transmission continues the tradition of observation watches that are fully focused on precise time measurement. This horological rarity with its three-part enamel dial has famous historic forebears.
- RICHARD LANGE
„Pour le Mérite“
Ref: 260.025
The pocket chronometer – the timepiece of the scientific elite – has always been a coveted rarity. It dates back to around 1880 at A. Lange & Söhne, when Richard Lange, the company founder’s oldest son and technical director of the family business, was already inspiring the craft of precision watchmaking. Overall, only about 30 of these unusual timepieces were ever made. Now, the chronometer with a fusée-andchain transmission is experiencing a renaissance, as an exclusive timekeeping instrument for the wrist dedicated to mechanical precision – reduced to this sole purpose, without any further complications. Its name: RICHARD LANGE “Pour le Mérite”.
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January
09
Vacheron Constantin, upgrading the Hallmark of Geneva in its production
Introduced in the 19th century by an industry long threatened with the scourge of counterfeiting, the Hallmark of Geneva is now regarded as a true horological philosophy and the symbol of horological perfection.Given legal status in 1886, the Hallmark of Geneva is probably one of the oldest professional hallmarks in any industry, recognised as a label of origin, but especially as a guarantee of superior quality. But while it is highly prized in the world of Haute Horlogerie, not just anyone who wants to can join the select circle of manufactories able to obtain it.
- Hallmark of Geneva
A very select club of manufactories
Comprising twelve permanent criteria - modified over the years, of course, to meet various changes in the industry, the Hallmark of Geneva is only given to movements that satisfy all twelve.
What is more, it is only granted to movements assembled and regulated within the canton of Geneva and by watch Manufactures whose head office is there. The number of companies able to display it on their prestige series can be counted on the fingers of one hand, making a sort of exclusive club to which Vacheron Constantin is proud to belong.
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January
09
Longines GrandeVitesse Chronograph 24h
Longines created the GrandeVitesse line to embody the concept of speed through a series of models that pay tribute to the fastest men in history and are intended for the more intrepid among today’s sportsmen.
- GrandeVitesse
Chronograph 24h
This watch – designed for speed – is characterised by its fluid lines, its aerodynamic curves, its impressive typography, its tachymeter and the finish of its push-pieces.
And now a new model has been added to this range: the GrandeVitesse Chronograph 24h. The impressive case (diameter 44 mm) is fitted with the same L686 movement used in its sister model in the Longines Admiral line. The case features a double tachymeter on the bezel. Graduated in kph as well as MPH, it can be used for measuring ground-speeds of up to Mach 2.
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January
09
Bertolucci STRIA LUCE
“Bertolucci has drawn upon the arts of watch-making and jewellery to surprise you with the exclusive creation STRIA LUCE […] which will transport exceptional women into the magical universe of the Italian Riviera.”
- Bertolucci STRIA LUCE
Celebrate the extravagance and enchantment of the Mediterranean, magnify the colours and voluptuous shapes of a marvellous world to infinity, wake up to the pleasure and art of life: the Haute Couture universe is the full expression of Bertolucci creativity. Free, audacious inspiration based on the expertise of an ancient craft. The Bertolucci Haute Couture is a luxurious, daring combination, revealing a jeweller’s expertise in prestigious pieces made entirely by hand with the finest materials.
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January
09
Harry Winston introduces Histoire de Tourbillon 1
Harry Winston introduces Histoire de Tourbillon, a unique new collection of rare timepieces dedicated to the complex craftsmanship of one of the most exclusive horological complications. Featuring five distinct timepiece designs, the highly collectable series will explore the function of the tourbillon, while celebrating Harry Winston’s continued commitment to the innovation of fine watch making. Each unique design will be a limited edition of 20 timepieces. The first in the series, Histoire de Tourbillon 1, will be launched Spring 2009.
- Harry Winston Histoire de Tourbillon 1
Exploring the movement and sculpture of the complication, the Histoire de Tourbillon 1 envisions a modern interpretation of the tourbillon, through innovative materials and a highly sophisticated mechanism. Sleek and unique, the 48 mm case is constructed of white gold and Zalium, an ultra-light alloy made from zirconium and allium lily, known for its low density, high-thermal resistance, and high durability. Originating in the aerospace industry, Zalium is a material exclusive to Harry Winston timepieces. From the technical to the aesthetic, the commitment to perfection is demonstrated in all dimensions of the Histoire de Tourbillon 1 design. On the technical side, the timepiece features two 25° inclined single-axis tourbillons with rapid 36-second rotations, which work together to neutralize any effects of gravity. This high rotational speed minimizes prolonged exposure of the regulator to natural gravity. Comprised of 88 components, each ultra-light system weighs a mere 0.46 grams, allowing the cages to effectively perform the rapid 36-second rotations.
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January
09
Blancpain, the watchmaker of gourmet cuisine
As official timekeeper of the Bocuse d’Or 2009 competition in Lyon, Blancpain is honoured to be associating its name with the best-known international cuisine contest in the international gourmet world. The quest for excellence, inimitable know-how, precise gestures and meticulous hand-crafted work are a set of values that the Manufacture in Le Brassus proudly shares with the art of gastronomy.
Blancpain thereby brilliantly celebrates its passion for this world imbued with noble distinction. The Bocuse d’Or 2009 is held as part of the 14th world hotel, catering and food trade show (SIRHA) at the Lyon Euroexpo exhibition centre on January 27th and 28th 2009. 24 up-andcoming chefs from around the world will be defending their national colours in front of rows of avid fans. They are rising to the challenge of cooking to perfection a set of dishes that are submitted to the demanding taste-buds of 24 famous chefs. Competitors have exactly five and a half hours to vie with each other on the themes of Aberdeen Angus Scottish Beef and Norwegian Sea Products. The time allotted to candidates is scrupulously measured by the famous Flyback Chronographs from Blancpain, official timekeeper for the competition.
- Blancpain Flyback Chronograph
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January
09
The Longines Sport Collection: new additions in 2009
Longines’ Admiral line recalls the prestigious dimension of sports where beauty, precision and elegance are of the utmost importance. It boasts an air of self-confidence that will be appreciated especially by globetrotters as well as people with an adventurous streak.
- Longines Admiral
L3.670.4.76.6
Three new creations have been added to the Longines Admiral collection. Firstly, a model with a 24-hour graduation scale and a second time-zone, which has a ceramic bezel in black or grey. The robust and yet elegant steel case houses a self-winding mechanical movement, while the sapphire glass protects a black or grey dial with a predominant “12” – the design symbol of Longines’ sport collections. The bright red 24-hour hand immediately attracts the eye and contrasts with the moon-like reflections from the dials. Models in this range are available on a steel bracelet with central links in black or grey ceramic to match the bezel.
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