Audemars Piguet Unveils Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph in Forged Carbon Fiber with GMT Big Date When it comes to high-tech materials in watchmaking, there’s an interesting cycle. When a material first appears, typically, the material will be used in its most typical form with very few additional modifications. However, once the material starts to become more widely used in the industry, brands are able to experiment with aesthetics and design better. Hublot, for example, pushed boundaries with colored sapphire cases, while IWC mastered ceramics. Now it’s Audemars Piguet’s turn to experiment with colored forged carbon as part of the new Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Big Date.
To be clear, colored carbon fiber isn’t entirely new, Richard Mille has been doing it for years. The innovation here is in the way the carbon fiber is colored. Traditionally, the color comes from the resin that holds the carbon fiber together, while the carbon fiber itself retains its natural color and remains black/dark gray if the resin is removed. However, AP has developed a method that means the actual carbon fiber is colored. This is what AP calls CFT Carbon, or Chroma Forged Technology Carbon.
Audemars Piguet has been using forged carbon for eight years, but they haven’t been sitting idle, five of those years were spent developing CFT Carbon. To summarize the patented process, the carbon fiber is cut into small pieces and painted with pigment. They are then layered into a carbon block mold and finished with resin like normal. That’s why the 43mm case of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Split Seconds Chronograph GMT Big Date features a pattern of black areas and shiny, bright blue sections.
An important difference is that during the layering process, AP has full control over where the colored carbon pieces are placed. This is much more important than it sounds, because it means they have a high degree of control over the pattern of the final product. Usually we describe the pattern of forged carbon as completely random, but this isn’t the case. It’s just mostly random.
The forging process still results in some deviation and variation due to the forces involved, but to use an analogy, it’s closer to baking a cake – you can pick the ingredients and put everything in the oven the way you want it, but the baking is what counts. On the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Big Date, the blue elements of CFT Carbon are still very irregular, so I don’t think Audemars Piguet has fully explored what this concept might allow them to achieve.
Structurally, it’s just as light and durable as regular forged carbon. In fact, it’s technically more scratch-resistant because there’s a lower percentage of resin in its construction compared to the standard. If you want to talk about true scratch resistance, though, you need to look at the ceramic hardware this watch also has – the bezel, crown, pushers, and caseback.
The dial and movement almost feel like minor details on this watch. The movement is the caliber 4407, an automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve, split-seconds chronograph, flyback chronograph, 24-hour GMT hand, hours, minutes, seconds, and an oversized date window. You can see it through the skeletonized dial, which is still very legible thanks to the electric blue indices.
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Big Date Forged Carbon is priced at a negotiable price, which is to be expected given the advanced materials used and the split-seconds chronograph movement. I think this is actually a very cool chronograph from AP, it almost feels like an AP-RM hybrid, which I don't hate the idea of. I still hope to see AP push this technology further and see if they can produce something truly amazing and stunning in the future.
Model: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT Big Date Reference: 26650FO.OO.D353CA.01 Case: Ø 43 mm x H 17.4 mm, CFT carbon, black ceramic bezel Dial: Skeleton black PVD nickel silver Water resistance: 50 m (5 bar) Movement: Audemars Piguet calibre 4407 automatic, 73 jewels, 638 parts Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz) Power reserve: 70 h Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date, chronograph Strap: Beige rubber with fabric inlay and titanium pin buckle
Jacob & Co.’s Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Orange Sapphire Crystal: An Engine on Your Wrist? It all started with a concept that Jacob & Co. developed in partnership with Bugatti: to recreate the sensation of a famous Bugatti 16-cylinder engine in a wristwatch.
The Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon took almost a year to develop, and the answer was finally found. In the watch, everything is done to glorify the Chiron. The case design is inspired by the Chiron’s flowing lines, while the movement or “engine block” is designed to replicate Bugatti’s engine and is housed behind a massive sapphire crystal for all to see.
What’s the history? In 2019, Bugatti and Jacob & Co. announced a multi-year collaboration to create unique, never-before-seen timepieces. These timepieces embody the spirit of both organizations while taking watchmaking to new heights.
To kick off this performance-oriented partnership, Jacob & Co. has unveiled two watches. The look and spirit of Bugatti's super sports cars are directly inspired by these watches, which are based on the Twin Turbo Furious and Epic X Chrono. Jacob & Co. and Bugatti unveiled the Twin Turbo Furious watches in 2020, along with the new collection, the Bugatti Chiron.
Engine Animation Press the crown on the right side of the watch and the engine starts to run: the crankshaft spins and the 16 pistons pump up and down, just like a real internal combustion engine. As the engine runs, the two "turbochargers" on the side of the engine block spin (there are two on the actual Chiron engine, but the number has been reduced), adding to the visual impact.
The Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon achieves something unprecedented: a perfect fusion of engine and watch.
About the Tourbillon The Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon features a 30-degree tilted tourbillon, a first for Jacob & Co. The "flying" part of the tourbillon means that the regulating organ is supported on only one side, which makes it even more fascinating. The 30-degree tilt makes it easier to appreciate this amazing feat of engineering.
Thanks to what appear to be genuine Chiron shock absorbers, the movement comes to a complete stop in four positions. The movement is clearly visible inside the case and can be seen moving up and down. Two “exhaust ports” form the engine block, completing the engine concept of the design.
The animation and chronograph power reserve are separate, although both are wound via the winding crown, clockwise for the movement and counterclockwise for the engine animation. The universal gas pump logo is even located on the side of the instrument at nine o’clock on the chronograph power reserve indication.
The crowns of the watch are located on the bottom of the case: the left crown sets the time, the middle crown winds the movement and animation (60-hour power reserve), and the right crown starts the animation.
The suspension of the movement was another challenge for the designers, who had to devise (and patent) a unique automotive-style lateral articulation system to prevent the crown pillars from being damaged as the movement rises and descends inside the case.
The crystal case One of the pinnacles of fine watchmaking is a case made entirely of colored sapphire crystal. The Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Sapphire Crystal is the result of months of computer-aided design, manufacturing, and hand-polishing. It is a difficult and multifaceted project that takes months to complete. To be made with orange sapphire crystal, it is several levels more unique and difficult.
For example, the tonneau-shaped Chiron case is made up of multiple geometric surfaces rather than a single one. Then there is the hardness of sapphire. On the Mohs scale, sapphire is a 9. Few materials are harder than diamond, which is a 10. As a result, the case is made using diamond cutting and polishing equipment. Creating a case with the same proportions and transparency as the Chiron is both expensive and time-consuming, but it is absolutely necessary.
The sapphire crystal starts out as a powder, which is heated to extremely high temperatures and then grown into a large, round sapphire raw piece, the size and shape of a coffee can. This process can take anywhere from three to fifteen days to complete. This huge piece of sapphire is carved into thin slices that will become the case of the Bugatti Chiron. The piece is machined and polished by hand.
The Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon by Jacob & Co. is a world first: a real engine on your wrist!
The fusion of modernity and mysticism: Richard Mille RM S14 Talisman Origine The RM S14 Talisman Origine looks like something from a bygone era, with only the characteristic tonneau-shaped case hinting that this is indeed a Richard Mille timepiece. The piece is a tribute to the "Talisman Origine"; according to Richard Mille, this amulet was found in the heart of the Swiss Jura Mountains and is said to have been created by an ancient Swiss tribe over thousands of years. Created years ago. It is said to have magical and lucky properties, and the amulet's powers are said to be transferred to the wearer. Richard Mille gives his barrel-shaped amulets a modern twist while paying homage to relics that combine ancient craftsmanship and spirituality.
Richard Mille's watches are always reliable and combine at least three characteristics: excellent materials, exquisite watchmaking and avant-garde design. However, the RM S14 Talisman Origine breaks with the latter to a certain extent. The distinctive tonneau-shaped case is transformed into a piece of jewelry, adhering to the aesthetics of both contemporary Richard Mille timepieces and antiques. Hand-engraved symbols on the bezel and rhodonite inlays on the sides of the case give the three-part case a long-lost sentimental touch. Why does this watch deviate in some ways from the norm of the brand’s product portfolio? The answer lies in the fact that it's not just any timepiece, but Richard Mille's donation to the Only Watch charity auction, which has been postponed indefinitely due to criticism of governance and lack of transparency.
For the construction of this unique piece, Richard Mille chose to make the bezel and caseback made of 18-carat 5N red gold, while the central part of the case is made of grade 5 titanium. Case dimensions are 46.77 x 77.25 x 13.10 mm. To place the RM S14 Talisman Origine around the wearer's neck, the case is connected to a necklace made of metal and rubber strung with Swiss briar, gold, titanium and rhodonite beads.
The dial of the RM S14 Talisman Origine Richard Mille uses the RM 74-02 launched in 2021 as the basis for the RM S14 Talisman Origine. The Talisman is equipped with the same tourbillon, and the skeletonized bridges made of 18-karat 3N gold are also based on the RM 74-02. Obviously, the RM S14 Talisman Origine combines two main aesthetic concepts. The unique combination of the RM 74-02 skeletonized dial and the antique-style case gives it an extraordinary appearance.
Inside the RM S14 Talisman Origine is the in-house automatic movement CRMT5, which is also present in the RM 74-02. This is surprising as a watch naturally provides a better starting position for an automatic movement than a watch worn around the neck (due to frequent changes in position) and therefore may not have enough movement to fully wind it. To overcome this obstacle, the movement integrates a variable-geometry rotor that adjusts the efficiency of the automatic winding mechanism to the wearer's movements to optimize winding. With this in mind, the movement has a power reserve of 50 hours.
The RM S14 Talisman Origine is a unique piece, Richard Mille has managed to balance modern design with ancient tribal symbols without losing the mysticism of the ancient amulets from which it was inspired. It remains to be seen whether the watch will be auctioned off, and whether it will be sold privately or even retained.
Brand Richard Mille Model RM S14 amulet origin Reference RM S14 Case Materials Bezel and case back are made of 5N 18K red gold, case frame is made of grade 5 titanium Aspect Diameter: 46.77mm Height: 13.10mm Water resistance 5 bar (~50 m) Dial plates and bridges made of 18-karat 5N red gold and 18-karat 3N yellow gold respectively Strap/Bracelet Case comes with a metal and rubber necklace set with Swiss briar, gold, titanium and rhodonite Mobile CRMT5 Movement type automatic Power reserve 50 hours Frequency 28,800 times/hour (4 Hz) Function hours and minutes
New Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Travel Time 5326G
Patek Philippe's long history is usually littered with many 'firsts'. The initial keyless watch? checked. Initial Swiss watch? checked. The primary complication for women? checked. The very first mass-produced perpetual calendar time counter? Definitely checked. And all of this became achieved before the end involving World War II. Whenever we had to single out one of Patek Philippe's many modern success, it would have to be the invention of the years calendar watch. The year ended up being 1996, and with Ref. 5035, Patek Philippe had only introduced a revolutionary new date complication in the form of an annual diary. Henceforth, the annual work schedule watch, Patek Philippe or maybe other,
Almanac travel time period reference. 5326G This year, Patek Philippe achieved a new very first: Ref. 5326G. While not necessarily as epic as inventing a whole new mechanical timepiece, it's still significant. referee. 5326G is the brand's 1st annual calendar travel timepiece, combining two highly sensible complications under one face. Sounds easy, right? Effectively, the challenge isn't just trying to handle two complications in one event. It is even more important to have the kinetic interaction between the two distinct mechanisms absolutely accurate. Below we bring you details along with honest thoughts on New Year's calendar travel time personal references. 5326G.
New Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Travel Time 5326G
Patek Philippe's long history is usually littered with many 'firsts'. The initial keyless watch? checked. Initial Swiss watch? checked. The primary complication for women? checked. The very first mass-produced perpetual calendar time counter? Definitely checked. And all of this became achieved before the end involving World War II. Whenever we had to single out one of Patek Philippe's many modern success, it would have to be the invention of the years calendar watch. The year ended up being 1996, and with Ref. 5035, Patek Philippe had only introduced a revolutionary new date complication in the form of an annual diary. Henceforth, the annual work schedule watch, Patek Philippe or maybe other,
Almanac travel time period reference. 5326G This year, Patek Philippe achieved a new very first: Ref. 5326G. While not necessarily as epic as inventing a whole new mechanical timepiece, it's still significant. referee. 5326G is the brand's 1st annual calendar travel timepiece, combining two highly sensible complications under one face. Sounds easy, right? Effectively, the challenge isn't just trying to handle two complications in one event. It is even more important to have the kinetic interaction between the two distinct mechanisms absolutely accurate. Below we bring you details along with honest thoughts on New Year's calendar travel time personal references. 5326G.
Watches & Wonders 2023 Celebrity Watch Appreciation Timepieces are undoubtedly the stars at the annual international watch event, and celebrities are also in full swing.
The presence of celebrities always adds a dose of excitement to watch conferences such as SIHH and Baselworld. In the past, brands would invite their biggest endorsers to dinners with retailers, to super-secret parties, or to wave to crowds while wearing their latest collections on their wrists.
Watches & Wonders, held at the Palexpo conference center in Geneva, has replaced Baselworld and SIHH. However, celebrity cameos, while less paparazzi-friendly, can still be an effective way for brands to generate buzz and gain attention.
Here's who's who at Watches & Wonders 2023.
beckham Legendary midfielder David Beckham was present at the Tudor booth, where he presented the new 41mm Black Bay watch with a burgundy bezel and five-link bracelet.
Nick von Rupp Nic von Rupp, Beckham's TUDOR ambassador and international surfing figure, made his mark at the show with a life-size photo of himself signed and helped the brand launch a new 41mm Black Bay GMT with a cream dial.
Roger Federer Up-and-coming tennis star Roger Federer visited Watches & Wonders 2023 wearing an Air King watch from the little-known Swiss brand Rolex.
Julia Roberts Julia Roberts joins Chopard co-presidents Caroline and Karl-Friedrich Scheufele to announce the brand's commitment to use Lucent Steel in all of its steel (made of 80% recycled steel) watches. Roberts also wore one of the brand's new Lucent Steel watches.
Ningsta Puja Big names like Beckham and Roberts may have gotten the most media attention, but the mountaineer also brought crowds to the Montblanc stand. Purja wearing 1858 Geosphere Chronograph 0 Oxygen Limited Edition Boutique Exclusive posing for a photo with fans.
Gu Ailing The future of freestyle skiing, Olympic medalist Eileen Gu arrives at the ultra-modern IWC stand in Schaffhausen wearing the decidedly unsporty rose gold diamond-set Portofino Automatic Day & Night 37.
Ronaldinho Legendary Brazilian soccer player Ronaldinho brought his extraordinary energy to the show, presenting his Re-Volt Ronaldinho from REBELLION Timepieces.
Introducing MB&F Has the Coolest Regulators at Geneva Watch Days - They Want to Show It Off
LM Split Escapement EVO is MB&F's approach to "simple and sporty" design briefs.
Hello from Geneva! I came to Switzerland to cover the third annual Geneva Watch Days exhibition, a small Swiss industrial trade show that emerged in 2020 at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the traditional trade show calendar was in complete disarray. Unfortunately, we were unable to attend the first two iterations of the show due to travel restrictions due to the pandemic, so I'm excited to officially cover the show's third trip around the sun from Geneva. First up is MB&F, which has released a pair of tantalizing new colorways in the LM Split Escapement collection.
The LM split escapement can well be considered the fifth generation of the MB&F Legacy Machine family. When first released in 2017, it was the fifth iteration of the Legacy Machine concept after the LM1, LM2, LM101 and Legacy Machine Perpetual Calendar. However, it could also accurately be considered a back-to-basics moment for the inventive and quirky Swiss watch company.
Around this time last year, we marveled at the previous Jacob & Co Bugatti Chiron tourbillon. Consisting of 578 hand-assembled parts and featuring a functional replica of its namesake W16-cylinder engine - 16 moving pistons, solid steel crankshaft, and all activated at the push of a button - you think that alone is enough . Hmm...obviously not.
The new Bell & Ross BR 05 Chrono continues the brand's unique round dial and square case combination. Compared with BR 03, BR 05 contains more curves, but the obvious family similarity. If you look closely at the dial and case, you will see countless details, which are undoubtedly the product of protracted thinking. The addition of a chronograph enhances the appeal of BR 05.
When Bruno Belamich and Carlos Rosillo founded the company Bell & Ross in 1992, they established "Four Design Principles." These basic brand pillars, including "performance", "precision", "readability" and "water resistance" have always been the core of brand creation.
Bell & Ross (Bell&Ross) watches are relatively traditional, but they are synonymous with square watches. In 1995, the company released the first square watch BR 01. The design was influenced by the appearance of aviation instruments. BR01's highly original design language immediately distinguishes it from other watches.
Richard Mille (RICHARD MILLE) Movement Technical Director Salvador Abona (SALVADOR ARBONA) discussed the design and specific functions of the RM 27-04 tourbillon Rafael Nadal (RAFAEL NADAL). All aspects are innovative. chronowrist.ru
De Bethune DB25 LT Tourbillon hands-on luxury swiss watches watchmaker Een Bethune is a bit abnormal. In spite of other companies' efforts to develop in the past two years of wealth (sometimes at any cost), the actual boutique manufacturer has managed steady production even in the face area of growing demand for the exquisite products. Their slogan is simple: "Do not repeat, but do better. " It really is in this process of refusing in order to compromise that the brand made a name for by itself in its short history associated with 11 years This makes the particular exclusive timepiece it creates much more desirable.
There is of course the truth that nothing is better than Bethune. The rand name blends traditional watchmaking along with modern design, attracting a broad and highly complex target audience. From devout Patek Philippe collectors to ultra-modern artwork connoisseurs, everyone can find a few special details they such as, just like when I first stared in the gorgeous De Bethune DB25 LT tourbillon watch.
Since the name suggests, LT Tourbillon belongs to the DB 25 collection, which is the classic watch number of De Bethune. Inspired through Art Deco, the focus is on clean outlines and pure design.
The actual LT Tourbillon is stored in a highly polished drum-shaped platinum case that could at first be considered the large face of the classic watch with a size of 44mm. It is used on the wrist, and the slanting design of the hollow lugs highlights the roundness from the replica luxury watches, which makes it fit perfectly each time, and all doubts disappear.
Actually on women's slender arms, the sitting position in the watch is surprisingly great. This may help you persuade essential people. This is a good investment as you can wear it. However , if there is an acceptable warning, you may find that the girl doesn't want to take it away because it is truly amazing on her behalf wrist.
This is due largely to the striking hand-guilloché switch, which is crafted from a stunning 5N rose gold and decorated having a radiant pattern, which types an excellent fiery contrast using the ice platinum case. Additionally, it provides a perfect background for your curved, hand-polished flame glowing blue steel hands and complementing Roman numerals, making the possibility of being read easily subtle without compromising design.
The real highlight is the round De Bethune satellite, that prides itself on in 12 o'clock. This 3d indicator is completely mirror-polished as well as carefully crafted from two hemispheres, each made of blue metal and palladium. It is powered by a high-precision mechanism and is adjusted once in only 122 years. Surrounding the celestial satellite is a star-studded sky embellished with golden stars and also mirror-polished flame blue iron inlays.De Bethune DB25 replica watches
The overall effect is brilliant. In fact , pictures can only tell part of the tale, because every time the call captures light in a brand new way, details that were formerly invisible are shown to a person. Such a seemingly simple style may be so fascinating, however when you hold the De Bethune DB25 LT tourbillon in your hands (or better yet, wear it on the wrist), it is difficult to look aside.
To me, this proves typically the vision of De Bethune co-founders David Zanetta along with Dennis Flageollet. Instead of utilizing unnecessary decoration to attract often the wearer's attention, they concentrate on simple operations to the maximum standards. After all, if you were starting to describe the LT tourbillon in completely simple conditions, you might say that this is a precious metal watch with moon stage complications, but this is not the situation.
Instead, it's a work of art, and you may use miniature sculptures in your wrist if you want, which is a lot more promising because it refuses to bring in your attention cheaply. You will find no tricks, no additional details, only when all the aspects of the design are integrated, the actual beauty comes.
Of course , a possibility just the dial that should get your attention. Turn this timepiece over and you will see the avant-garde DB 2519 movement system, which is driven by a 30-second silicon and titanium tourbillon. The balance wheel vibrates thirty six, 000 times per hour, which makes it one of the fastest and least heavy watches. In the watch business, the total weight of it is 57 components is only zero. 18 grams.Greubel Forsey Signature 1 replica Watches
This self-adjusting double clip or barrel movement consists of a total regarding 354 parts. It provides a 5-day power reserve when fully injury. The higher beat frequency guarantees accurate timing.
Like almost all De Bethune works, We find the most striking now the structure of the motion. On the one hand, the design looks nearly futuristic, but at the same time likely to undeniable traditional feel, as well as its delicate decoration is similar to a classic watch.
Most importantly, this keeps the secret, the sensitive and complex tourbillon, concealed for the owner's viewing enjoyment. Therefore , only real connoisseurs will certainly realize the complexity on this timepiece, while others will only believe that it looks quite eye catching on the wrist without inferring its true value.
Like a last touch, the Fuente Bethune DB25 LT tourbillon is equipped with a super soft certainly is the leather strap with flag buckle, and I can guarantee that it may definitely be a pleasure to dress on your wrist. The Dom Bethune DB25 LT Tourbillon is for the discerning enthusiast.Richard Mille RM 11-03 Flyback Chronograph McLaren
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