Month: April 2010

From the bottom of the table, you can see that the bridge and screws of the movement have been treated with PVD.
  In recent years, many brands hope to step into the threshold of self-made movements. Among them, Le Méridien succeeded in catching up with the last train with the ML 106 movement last year. In addition to launching an improved version of the ML 106-2 movement this year, the brand also introduced a second self-made movement of the ML 132 model, and added the slogan Manufacture Horlogere Suisse to the brand Logo, which means that the Swiss movement manufacturer became this year. One of the focal points at Basel.
   In recent years, Le Méridien has focused on how to improve the level of internal functions. After several years, this year is the harvest time! In fact, the Le Méridien watch everyone has always known is only focused on its flagship series Masterpiece, so when the brand officially announced that it would launch its own movement, everyone’s focus fell on this hot-selling series. The ML 106 officially debuted last year. The built-in functions include the branded patented Lever System, which makes the chronograph stop and return to zero more smoothly. In addition, it also cooperates with the 60-minute chronograph dial and small seconds dial. The most important thing is Relatively difficult to make a chronograph movement, so the outside world made a high evaluation of this brand’s ‘first time’.
  Because it is an important moment for the brand, the Le Chronographe watch used with this movement last year only had a more expensive red gold version; a year later, a more accessible steel version was introduced according to the practice of watch altars, the purpose is to tell Everyone, the brand has successfully controlled the production of homemade movements.
Second own movement
  This year’s new steel version of Le Chronographe is equipped with an improved ML 106-2 movement, which is different from last year’s ML 106. The new work has spent a lot of time on polishing and finishing the movement. The surface of the bridge and the screws are treated with PVD to make the color of tantalum metal, and each screw is also treated with PVD, so that the entire watch is truly gorgeous from the inside out! In addition, this year the brand also launched the second new In-house movement ML 134. In addition to the unique structure of the 3/4 clip version and the pallet fork, due to the inspiration of the ML 106-2 movement, Therefore, the movement gear is also gold-plated, which successfully completes the brand’s movement collection.
Masterpiece Le Chronographe
  The stainless steel version of Le Chronographe with the improved version of the ML 106-2 movement also has the brand’s patented Lever System, which makes the timing device stop and reset more smoothly, especially at the moment of reset. In order to avoid damage caused by external impact. The sixty-minute counter at three o’clock and the small second hand at nine o’clock. As long as you pay attention, you will find that the design of the small disk is slightly different from the red and gold version launched last year, all because of the new Rotating Disk pointer. The design, with a pointer disk instead of the traditional pointer design, is another detail of this watch. (99000 yuan)

Masterpiece Squelette
  This watch is equipped with Le Méridien’s second In-house movement, ML 134, which is the same as the new ML 106-2. The movement’s plates and screws are PVD-coated, with a unique 3/4 clip version. And escapement fork, the movement gear is more gold-plated, through the design of perforated surface, you can enjoy the fine appearance of the movement components. (58,000 yuan)

Pontos Decentrique GMT
  From the appearance alone, this Pontos Decentrique GMT should be called the most beautiful design of Le Méridien this year. Use the brand’s core-style layout and add a second time zone dial at four o’clock to make the overall composition more consistent. It is worth noting that this watch uses the rare Tone-on-tone tone on the altar, and changes the original colorful moon phase display to a gray and black design, which highlights the personality in a low-key. (Price to be determined)

Masterpiece Jours Retrogrades
  In general flyback watches, the flyback hands are usually placed on the second hand. The main reason is that the speed of the hour and minute hands is too slow to appreciate the elegant movement in the flyback process. However, this week dial watch has broken the tradition. In addition to the design of the large calendar, its dial series is especially composed of two similar tooth bars to form a special mechanism, which effectively causes the loss of the balance wheel and the timing error. Minimized. (45,800 yuan)

Masterpiece Phase de Lune
  Although it does not have the function of adjusting the moon as the perpetual calendar watch, this watch has the date, week, month and moon phase display function at one time, it is a quite comprehensive calendar watch. Built-in ML 37 automatic movement, in order to make everyone see the calendar more clearly, so in addition to the date dial with a pointer display in the center of the dial, the other windows are designed with XL, successfully enhance the actual function of the watch To the highest. (Price to be determined)

In the previous article, we showed how the Arabic numerals on the dial of a watch can help shape the brand image. In addition to Arabic numerals, watchmaking brands have other options: Roman numerals or no numerals (with time stamps or nothing). In this article we will explore Roman numerals.

   When it comes to Roman numerals, many people’s first impression is ‘classical’, but this is not always the case. The Roman numerals are very vivid, and they are not simple inlays. Unlike Arabic numerals, Roman numerals are easy to read even if they are inverted, without the need to deliberately adjust the dial’s orientation. It should be noted that the number ‘four’ is usually marked with ‘IIII’ instead of ‘IV’ in order to avoid confusion with ‘VI’ (six). Next, let’s take Breguet, Cartier, and Roger Dubuis as examples to explore the personalized application of Roman numerals.
Breguet-precision pearl

 
   Delicate, slender, and dispersed, the Roman numerals applied by Breguet are derived from historical measuring instruments. The unit characters-I, V, X-are connected by serifs to make each number a compact whole. The slim black outline highlights the exquisite engraved pattern on the dial: Breguet figures are a symbol of exquisiteness and precision, with perfect proportions, a pearl of classicism. The characters’ slightly irregular serifs and rounded tips are reminiscent of handicraft. There is enough space between the numbers to reflect the precise properties of the measuring instrument, because it only takes a short time for the pointer to jump past the number.
Cartier-publicity

 
   For this brand with the classic icon of Cheetah, the concept of ‘Shape Your Time’ is more than a slogan. Cartier’s iconic Tank watch is decorated with heavily tilted Roman numerals, like the sun rays radiating from the pointer axis, highlighting the distinctive rectangular case shape. The prominent Roman numerals are easy to identify, and the dark black thick strokes are in sharp contrast with the thin strokes. The geometric structure of this art deco makes Roman numerals clear and readable. The Rotonde de Cartier watch is also an excellent example of the Roman numerals: here, Roman numerals become architectural elements, just like the metal sunroof profiles surrounding the movement.
Roger Dubuis-Jazz Rhythm

 
   Roger Dubuis created a new situation in abstracting Roman numerals. Without serifs, the characters I, V, and X look more like simple hour markers. The Roman numerals are narrow and narrow from the inside to the outside, deliberately deformed, just like the reflection in the ice palace, which is more suitable for round dials. This style of inspiration may be derived from the female models on the runway, so that wearers no longer have to worry about reading time, but focus on image rhythm and time rhythm. In addition, the Excalibur watch in black and white colors is also reminiscent of piano keys.
   In the watchmaking industry, fonts are essential. Proper font selection can solve the problem of readability, strengthen the brand’s value proposition, and give it a unique look and feel.

It is reported that during the intensive Basel watch exhibition, the watch brand Panerai from Italy launched its new work, combining GMT function and Paris nail decoration, bringing us a brand new PAM535 and 537 watches.

 The design of the watch still retains the classic elements of Panerai. The polished steel case is still the watch’s endless masculine charm. The PAM 537 is equipped with the p.9002 movement, while the PAM 535 is equipped with the p.9001 movement.

 The P.9002 movement is completely developed by Panerai and used in Luminor 1950 and Radiomir models, with different functions: automatic winding with a three-day power reserve, and special technology that makes this movement very recognizable design.

 The diameter of the movement is 13¾ legal minutes and it has multiple functions: two barrels, which can ensure 72 hours of power reserve; a single-piece rotor, which can be wound in both directions due to the use of a sophisticated ratchet mechanism; a balance wheel with adjustment screws , Constantly swinging at a frequency of 4 Hz; a date display and second hand reset device to reset the second hand to synchronize the watch with the reference time signal. To protect this movement, the specially made Luminor 1950 case retains the original proportions in the design, but is provided with a slightly convex sapphire crystal that slightly protrudes from the bezel.

 The P.9002 movement evolved from the P.9001 self-winding movement and added several additional functions: time indication in two places, or a second time zone function indicated by a central hand; seconds reset device; and power reserve Instructions.

 The PAM 537 is not only equipped with a powerful p.9002 movement. The two biggest points in the design of the PAM 537 are the three-dimensional Paris stud design on the disk. At the same time, the brown strap is one of the favorite elements of fans.

   The P.9001 movement carried by PAM535 is completely developed by Panerai and used in Luminor 1950 and Radiomir models. It is equipped with different functions: automatic winding with a 3-day power reserve, and an extremely recognizable movement. Special technology. The diameter of the movement is 13¾ legal minutes and it has multiple functions: two barrels, which can ensure 72 hours of power reserve; a single-piece rotor, which can be wound in both directions due to the use of a sophisticated ratchet mechanism; a balance wheel with adjustment screws , Constantly swinging at a frequency of 4 Hz; a date display and second hand reset device to reset the second hand to synchronize the watch with the reference time signal. To protect this movement, the specially made Luminor 1950 case retains the original proportions in the design, but is provided with a slightly convex sapphire crystal that slightly protrudes from the bezel.

 The P.9001 movement evolved from the P.9000 automatic winding movement, and added several additional features: time indication in two places, or the second time zone function indicated by the central hand; seconds reset device; and Power reserve indicator on the back.

Every year, Van Cleef & Arpels continuously introduces Extraordinary Dials ™ extraordinary watch craft watches, interpreting the passage of time in a variety of fascinating ways. The dial that once transfigured the scenery of the universe, the galaxy of the universe, and the lucky pattern, hovered around the dial in 2013 with a butterfly and kite design.
CVan Cleef & Arpels Van Cleef & Arpels outlines the imagination of imagination, which is free-spirited and free-spirited, into a brand-new scene, and is displayed on the dial by the hands of top craftsmen. Make use of various traditional craftsmanship to create exquisite and moving scenes in the square inch. Every detail of the extraordinary dial craft watch represents the extraordinary creativity and proud craftsmanship of Van Cleef & Arpels.
 
The butterfly symbolizes the poetic and endless nature. The beauty of butterflies is an endless source of inspiration for Van Cleef & Arpels. In the 1920s, these beautiful creatures with slender wings became precious brooches and earrings. Later, Van Cleef & Arpels Van Cleef & Arpels followed by Mystery Setting ™ (1970s), mother-of-pearl and lacquered wood to make many butterfly designs.
Butterflies flutter, bright strawberries drip, forming a vibrant summer scene. Vibrant colors and curved lines such as yellow, green, and red all show vitality.
 
 
The mysterious moth flapped its transparent wings and flew into the long dream of the sleeping beauty, perched lightly on the leaf in the center of the dial under the pearly moonlight.
 
 
   The bright snow and ice in winter faded the warm autumn colors. Light and shadow settled into the dial, deducing Van Cleef & Arpels’s favorite black and white design. Wings of butterfly wings flutter in the snow and earth.
 
 
Summary: The theme of Van Cleef & Arpels’ elegant and butterfly creation is fully explained in the design of the watch. No matter what season or what form, unique craftsmanship combined with perfect art The power of display makes these watches superior to art.

   The above is the latest cutting-edge information of the 2013 SIHH brought by the special editor of the Watch House. Next, we will present more and more intuitive exhibition reports, so please pay attention. (Picture, text / watch home Mao Zhuang Yang Fan)

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The Royal Oak Women’s Watch was born in 1976, and has set extraordinary standards for women’s watch design ever since. New materials make up the wrist. In 2015, the legendary story of the Royal Oak series continued wonderfully, the first time the two-tone stainless steel and rose gold models were launched. Chic, fun and modern, this timepiece presents a fresh look while retaining classic features. The new stainless steel and rose gold watches continue the brand’s man-made man-made watches in the field of women’s watches. The design style, watch material, and details of the complex mechanism all reflect the quality of excellence.
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The handsome silver stainless steel perfectly sets off the warm rose gold, which is feminine and elegant.

  Watch details real shot display:

Silver dial with unique ‘GrandeTapisserie’ checkered pattern.

Luminous rose gold embedded hour markers and RoyalOak Royal Oak hands.

The crown bears the AP logo.

The polished case has sharp edges and corners, with the beauty of geometric lines.

The distinctive case of the Royal Oak collection is memorable.

New materials make up the wrist in 2015, chic and fun with modern colors.

The folding clasp is convenient and comfortable to wear.

The bottom of the table is also marked by the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.

  The above is the latest cutting-edge information of 2015 SIHH brought by watch professionals. Next, we will provide you with more and more intuitive exhibition reports, so please pay attention. (Picture / text watch home Li Shuai)

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