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New creations BASELWORLD 2010
NEW CREATIONS
BREITLING - Avenger Seawolf Chrono Blacksteel
Black, robust and highly technical. The most remarkable feature of the Avenger Seawolf Chrono Blacksteel, its magnetic pushpiece system, is hidden inside its case. With this exclusive, patented device, the watch can be activated through the metal case without any direct mechanical contact. As most chronographs cannot be used when diving, this device means that the Avenger Seawolf Chrono is the only instrument of its kind that is totally water-resistant and functional to a record depth of 1,000 metres. Its SuperQuartz TM movement – another exclusive Breitling creation – guarantees a precision ten times greater than ordinary quartz movements; it measures times to 1/10 of a second and indicates intermediary times. Limited series of 2,000.
EBERHARD & Co - Tazio Nuvolari Edition Limitée Grand Prix en Or
Unfailing source of admiration for the Eberhard brand, the legendary racing driver Tazio Nuvolari has inspired a very exclusive red-gold series, reminiscent of vintage dashboards. While Eberhard has fully met the requirements of these instruments – clarity, legibility, precision and resistance – it has paid no less care and attention to the aesthetic aspect: a black gold-plated black dial for extra brilliance, a circular-grained flange, a ceramic bezel with tachometer scale, large counters, and striking contrasts between the black and red gold, sublimated by numerous red touches. Limited series of 123 pieces.
ALPINA - 12 Hours of Sebring
Alpina is the official timekeeper of the “12 hours of Sebring”, the race that opens the American Le Mans Series, and is celebrating the 58th edition of this legendary event with a limited series of 158 pieces. This chronograph has been built to meet the tough requirements of the celebrated Florida circuit, regarded as one of the main meets on the international agenda. The 12 Hours of Sebring watch offers drivers everything they need: precision, legibility, shock-resistance and reliability. And let’s not forget the opportunity to follow the 12 hours of Sebring on the chronograph’s 12-hour counter, or the GMT which enables the spectators, who have come from afar, to remain on their starting-blocks in two time zones! Limited and numbered edition sold in a special Sebring box.
FRANC VILA - FV28 Jumping Hours Ivy Edition
Franc Vila’s first ladies’ watch, the Fvt28 Jumping Hours “Ivy Edition”, is proof that the brand has more than met the challenge it set itself: to create a genuine ultra-feminine timepiece. The manufactory-made hand-wound movement with a jumping hours function and the case in DieHard Extreme steel with a setting of 387 or 91 diamonds are a dazzlingly successful response to the challenge. Limited edition of 88 pieces.
CIMIER - Ref. 1708
A whole new module concept from Cimier! Comprising two parts, the tonneau case is opened by using simple pressure. The lower part, which houses the movement, can then be detached from the upper part, which is attached to the bracelet. A simple and unique way to personalise a watch, transforming it in a few movements from a sporty chronograph into an elegant ladies’ timepiece with three hands!
ERNEST BOREL - Série Rocky II
Masculine, resolute and distinguished. A sporty design – a yellow dial for the punch and a bi-coloured strap for originality – combined with useful complications – large date, retrograde days and small seconds – make the Rocky II Series a must for men who want to express their individuality.
ALTANUS - Elite Sport
A sporty model guaranteed to make an impact has now been added to Altanus’ emblematic Elite collection. The generously-sized case features a very contemporary bezel and pushpieces, offering a perfect setting for the animated dial. An extremely dynamic ensemble that is given impressive depth by the slide rule on the flange.
CHRISTIAN JACQUES - Ceramica
This Swiss-made watch in iridescent mother-of-pearl and Japanese ceramics comes in a palette of shimmering colours. The dream of any woman, the Ceramica from Christian Jacques embodies purity and softness and will meet all her desires thanks to its interchangeable bezel in steel or plated pink gold, or with 118 brilliants for more glamorous occasions.
JOVIAL - Limited Edition 80 years
Growing younger by the year, Jovial has decided to extend the festivities of its 80th anniversary with a commemorative piece, the Limited Edition 80 years. The apotheosis of what has been a very emotional year for the brand, this piece embodies to perfection the sense of revival which has characterised the anniversary collection: a supremely innovative high-tech case of delicious chocolate-brown colour, contemporary materials and a skilfully orchestrated interplay of structures and volumes with the most meticulous finishing to create a perfect balance.
EMILE CHOURIET - Catch the Moon
Emile Chouriet has “caught” the moon with the first complication it has ever designed and manufactured from A to Z in-house. Two years were needed to develop this astonishing model with its double time display – from 1 to 12 am and from 1 to 12 pm – on a sectional dial. Ten diamond stars shimmer on the dial of this original composition under the benevolent gaze of the moon.
EMILE CHOURIET - Traveller
The models in the Traveller collection have an in-laid sailing boat on the dial to symbolise travelling and, thanks to a second time zone and large date, are transformed into very useful companions. Echoing the emblematic shape of the “wings of time”, the titanium case is both light and comfortable to wear.
RECONVILIER - Hercules Classic
A blend of Swiss watchmaking tradition and innovation, the Hercules collection captures the very essence of Reconvilier, a brand with more than a century of history behind it. Its Classic model is distinguished by a highly contemporary dial that marries marvellously with a classic-inspired case.
WENGER - Led Nomad
A little treasure of sophistication, the Wenger LED Nomad is subtle and discreet despite its numerous digital and analogue functions. There are four pushpieces: one to display the central LED digital compass bearing and the arrow which appears under the Wenger cross logo, a second for the day of the week, a third for the date and month, and a fourth for the digital time in hours, minutes and seconds. Little doubt that today’s nomad will be attracted by this “1 pushpiece – 1 function” principle. The avant-garde design of this redoubtable multi-functional tool gives it plenty of punch.
CIMIER - Birdie
Birdie, a magic word for golfers! And now they can wear one on their wrists thanks to Cimier. The watch features a golf-ball pattern dial and a mysterious secret on the back: an embedded energy glass bringing calmness and balance to the wearer. Concentration and inner balance are thus improved, bringing a score under par within closer reach!
ERNEST BOREL - Série Romance
Ernest Borel’s latest creation is an invitation to romanticism. A strong sense of plenitude emanates from the heart of this exceptionally elegant piece, which comes in both men’s and ladies’ versions. The purity of its lines, the softness of its finishing and the faithfulness to Ernest Borel’s tradition of excellence are the perfect ingredients for a beautiful love story.
GROVANA - Day Retrograde
Grovana has added a new timepiece to its Retrograde line in a truly captivating composition. An exciting asymmetrical combination of the day retrograde display and large date combined with a small seconds at 6 o’clock offer a blend of elegance and simplicity and a highly accomplished aesthetic design. Available in a stainless steel or PVD 5N pink gold-plated version with a black or silvered structured dial, this new creation from Grovana is well set to follow the path of success blazed by the collection’s earlier models!
MATTHIA S & CLAIRE - Renaissance Collection Watch
The creators Matthia’s & Claire have added a superb jewellery watch to their exceptional jewellery line, the Renaissance Collection. An exquisite piece whose intrinsic beauty will find full expression when worn with matching jewels.
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