Saturday 29 December 2007

Aviator Auto 04



  1. 42 x 10 mm
  2. Waterresistant 10 ATM
  3. Screwed crown
  4. Mineral glass
  5. Glassback
  6. Swiss ETA 2824-2 movement

Rolex Yacht-Master II Regatta Chrono


Finally Rolex has come out with something that does not look like their original design from 20 years ago. The majority of their watches look plain and have stayed basically the same for many years, which is good and bad. We like the bold new design and we think this type of watch might help attract other buyers that would not normally buy a Rolex because of the old school look. On the other hand we are sure buyers that do purchase a Rolex because of the traditional look will probably not like this particular model as much. Either way here is a nice shot of the new Rolex Yacht-Master II Regetta Chrono that was just introduced at BaselWorld.

Saturday 15 December 2007

Concord Saratoga Automatic Mens Watch



Case: polished & brushed stainless steel
Silver guilloche Dial
Silver stick markers with Arabic numerals and silver hands
Genuine leather with alligator print Strap
Push button deployment clasp
Date calendar at 3 o'clock
Swiss automatic movement
Case 43 mm diameter x 9 mm thick
Strap 18 mm wide x 8.5 inches long
Sapphire crystal, display back, adjustable deployment clasp, screw-down crown

Fossil Black IP Digital Mens Watch



This contemporary digital watch has all the functions and still retains style.
Classy brushed and polished black bracelet.
It features backlight start/stop reset set and mode buttons.
Includes chronograph and timer.
Negative display.
42mm case width.

Cartier Pasha GMT Mens Watch W31029M7



Sport Style
Features Dual Time Zone
Silver Colored Dial
Stainless Steel Bracelet
Invisible Double Locking Clasp Clasp
Automatic Movement
Sapphire Crystal
Water Resistant 100 meters (330 feet)
Protective Crown
Automatic Date Calendar
Bracelet Length 7 3/4 inches
Bracelet Width 18 mm
Case Thickness 11 mm
Diameter 35.5 mm

New OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph Mens XL


- Olympians Michael Phelps & Ian Thorpe Advertised Model
- Black Dial- Orange Bezel
- Self Winding Automatic Chronometer Co-Axial Movement
- Chronograph Feature
- Caliber : Omega 3313, Power Reserve: 55 Hours
- Unidirectional Rotating Bezel
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal
- Steel Case on Orange Rubber Strap
- Manufacturer Box & Manual
- 600 Meters / 2000 Feet Water Resistant
- Luminescent Hands and Markers
- 45mm = 1 3/4" Case, 6" Adjustable Strap
- Screw Down Crown & Caseback
- Deployment Buckle

Friday 14 December 2007

Cyma SkinDiver


This 200 meter rated diving watch features an ETA quartz module, sapphire crystal with AR coating and expansion clasp. The dial is in carbon-fiber and the steel case and bracelet are PVD coated in black.

Perpetual Calendar BL5250-02L


  1. Citizen eco-drive quartz digital/analog movement.
  2. Perpetual calendar 24 hour hand dual time alarm 60 min, 60 sec, 1/20 sec chronograph .
  3. Highly polished finish titanium case.
  4. Ratcheted, unidirectional rotating, 0-60 elapsed-time bezel.
  5. Traditional style pushbuttons crown.
  6. Anti-glare treated faceted mineral glass crystal.
  7. Blue color raised arabic numbers luminous numerals black color sub-dials dial.
  8. White varnished luminous filled hands.
  9. Screw-down style case back.
  10. Brown color genuine leather alligator style leather padded and stitched band.
  11. Tang style buckle clasp.
  12. 200 meters water resistance.
  13. 43 00mm 13 00mm case size.

What is Eco-Drive?


Citizen Eco-Drive watches use the simplest, yet most technically advanced power generating and storage system in the Watch Manufacturing Industry. A Solar conversion panel and energy cell are the power provider for these Quartz Watches. Eco-Drive's ability to use light from any source to generate electrical power means that the supply is limitless and free. The absence of any added complex power generating machinery that would require additional upkeep is another big advantage.

Vacheron Constantin Contemporary Patrimony Bi-Retrograde Day Date


Purity is a question of proportion but refinement a question of taste. Recognized as the ultimate expression of modern horological classicism, the Contemporary Patrimony line powerfully affirms this refined kind of styling, which has become the Vacheron Constantin hallmark. An Haute Horlogerie timepiece with classic, aesthetic lines, the timepiece Contemporary Patrimony bi-retrograde day-date is a real Vacheron Constantin thoroughbred. It has a 42.5 mm 18K rose gold case and has baton hands, four polished 18kt gold triangular hour markers shaped at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock, and a minute-circle of applied gold cabochons. The display functions are clearly legible thanks to the generous proportions of the opaline silvered dial and the meticulous care brought to each detail conveys an overall impression of harmony.
It uses the caliber 2460R31R7 automatic mechanical movement which has hour, minute, date and day functions. An innovative ceramic ball-bearing system drives its 22K gold guilloché rotor. The strap is alligator leather and the clasp features Vacheron Constantin's 18kt rose gold Maltese Cross which also appears on the crown. Embossed with the Poinçon de Genève hallmark, this classic ‘hand down to generation’ time-piece is priced at 13,000 euros (approximately $16,800).

Friday 7 December 2007

Royal Oak Offshore Shaquille O’Neal


Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Shaquille O’Neal Limited Edition. Two editions of this watch will be available, a steel version of 960 pieces, and a 96 piece white gold version with 32 diamonds in the bezel. This particular watch uses the same cal. 3126 movement that was found in the limited edition Arnold's All Stars watch. Probably the most unqiue and cool feature of this watch is the use of Shaq's number on the dial of the watch. Since he began playing for the Miami Heat he has been wearing the number 32, so they reversed the "2" and the "3" so the "3" actually comes first. This watch comes in a box that looks like a life-sized basketball and is made of polished wood. All proceeds from the endorsement of this watch will go to Shaquille O'Neal's charity foundation.

Audemars Piguet Maserati


Audemars Piguet Maserati Limited Edition Platinum watch (47 x 42 mm) equipped with a Calibre 2329/2846 automatic movement. Three-dimensional dial construction with Maserati trident, Arabic numerals, hours, minutes functions in second time zone, 24-hour and date indications, 40-hour power reserve with indicator, crocodile leather strap with folding clasp, water-resistant to 20 metres. Limited Edition of 90 pieces.

Cartier Tank American 18k Yellow Gold


This Cartier has 18k yellow gold with a case diameter of 45mm x 27mm. The dial is silver grained with a fixed bezel and a quartz movement. It comes with a brown leather strap and a scratch resistant sapphire crystal to protect the watch. It has a automatic movement and is water resistant to 30m/100ft.

Brand : Cartier
Series : Cartier Tank American
Gender : Mens
Case Material : 18kt Yellow Gold
Dial Color : Silver
Bezel : Fixed
Movement : Automatic
Clasp : Tang
Bracelet : Brown Leather
Water Resistant : 30m/100ft
Crystal : Scratch Resistant Sapphire
Item Variations : W2603156, Cartier-W2603156
Additional Information : 18kt Yellow Gold Octagonal Crown Set with a Faceted Sapphire
The Cartier Watch, known as “The House of Cartier” was originally a jewelry boutique, was founded in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier. It was not long before the fine craftsmanship of Louis Cartier became recognized for superior quality and the standard for excellence of Cartier Watches. About 50 years later, his three grandsons were successfully managing Cartier watch boutiques in Paris, London and New York. Today, Cartier watches are distributed internationally and are world renowned for luxury timekeeping. Modern Cartier watchmakers still base their watch designs on the early fundamentals developed by Louis Cartier. In 1917 the famous Cartier Tank watch was introduced. The Allied Tank commanders who defended France during World War I influenced the design of the original Cartier Tank wristwatch. The Cartier Tank American watch is one of the most definitive watches of the 20th Century. The rectangular shape, smooth edges and rounded corners embodies elegance and charm, while still being considered a classic watch today.

Movado Sapphire Mens Watch 0605063


Black Face. Stainless Stell Case & Bracelet. Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal. Water Resistant. Quartz Movement. 34 mm Case Movado Watch Model Numbers 605063.

Brand : Movado
Series : Movado Sapphire
Gender : Mens
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Case Thickness : 7mm
Case Diameter : 40mm
Dial Color : Black
Bezel : Fixed
Movement : Quartz
Clasp : Deployment
Bracelet : Stainless Steel
Water Resistant : 30m/100ft
Crystal : Scratch Resistant Sapphire
Matching Watch : Movado Ladies Sapphire Watch 0605064
Movado, meaning "always in motion," has held its place at the height of innovation and distinction as a luxury watch brand. Movado watches are created by adept watchmakers to meet the austere standards of Swiss time technology. Each Movado watch is marked with a unique serial number and certified to pass strict international standards of quality. Movado watches, a supporter of the arts, has been the beneficiary of over 200 international awards. Jomashop.com is proud to offer an extensive line of Movado Watches.

Tuesday 4 December 2007

New Model - Glashutte Original PanoMaticTourbillon

The top model of the new PanoMatic model line by Glashütte Original is the PanoMaticTourbillon.

This model unites one of the most difficult complications in classic watchmaking with the horological innovation of the 1990s – the panorama large date. The cantilevered tourbillon according to Glashütte master watchmaker Alfred Helwig has had a long tradition in the Saxon manufactory, losing none of its horological importance and mechanical fascination.

The PanoMaticTourbillon represents a premiere: The Glashütte watchmakers have given this construction automatic winding for the first time, creating a composition that contemporarily interprets the best and most difficult in haute horlogerie.

Appearing to be flying, the finely finished tourbillon cage rotates once a minute, while simultaneously providing a home to the display of seconds. Blued hands glide across the 18-karat white gold hand-guilloché dial. The characteristic panorama large date, for which this demanding edition of wristwatches is named, perfectly completes the impressive appearance of the timepiece housed in a polished platinum case.
Movement diameter is 32.2 mm X 7.65 mm, automatic winding with off-center rotor, 21,600 bph with a Breguet spring balance, 40 jewels and 2 diamonds plus Incabloc shock protection. The power reserve is 48 hours.
Special features include a Flying minute tourbillon on the dial side, panorama date, skeletonized rotor, 21kt gold rotor, finely finished movement, beveled edges, polished steel parts, blued screws, screw balance, three-quarter plate, and Glashütte ribbed finish.

MSRP is 88,000 Euros and only 50 pieces will be made.

Seiko HONDA Sportura BAR Racing Watch F1


A colorful overpriced co-branded Seiko Honda racing watch. I guess this watch is targeted at Honda fanatics, because personally I would not pay a cent for a wristwatch that has a Seiko movement combined with a Honda logo. Although I am sure I know at least a few people that would pay the retail of $550 or close to it for the mere fact that this watch has a Honda logo on it. They should have at least used the Acura logo. Bentley, Ferrari, BMW, Porsche, Mercedes and Honda.....hmm. No Honda does not fit into that list of cars.

The Harry Winston Ocean Chrono watch


The Harry Winston Ocean Chrono watch is a magnificent luxury timepiece that unites exclusive materials, superlative craftsmanship, and a unique mechanical complication. The Harry Winston Ocean Chrono watch features a 44mm case made entirely from 18K white gold or 18K rose gold. Unmistakably Harry Winston, the case design of the Ocean Chrono watch is exceptional in its complexity, and the demands it places upon those skilled enough to finish it to completion. The brushed finish atop the bezel transitions flawlessly into high-lustre polish on the case lugs, and crown protectors, which feature the subtle shape of the archway leading into the Harry Winston boutique.


The Harry Winston Ocean Chrono watch is animated by an exceptional movement. Originally introduced in the company's famous Z1 Chronograph watch, this mechanism represented a world premiere. Using the outstanding basis of the Frederic Piguet 1185 chronograph movement, Harry Winston's watchmakers succeeded in brin ging to life for the first time, a chronograph mechanism with entirely retrograde functions. Visible through the exhibition sapphire caseback, this movement shows off its luxurious Cotes de Geneve and perlage finishing, as well as a gold rotor complete with the Harry Winston "HW" logo. The dial of the Harry Winston Ocean Chrono watch is likewise a masterpiece of subtlety and elegant complexity, displaying a flawless vertically grained texture that offers an outstanding contrast with the satin finished main time dial, and semi-circular dials for the retrograde indications; a close look at each of these applied white or rose gold elements reveals that each has edges which have been painstakingly beveled. At 9 and 3 o'clock, respectively, can be found the 12-hour and 30-minute totalizer, while the scale at 6 o'clock represents the chronograph primary second hand. Right inside this scale lies a tiny circular window which reveals a tiny shuriken in richly blued steel, which r epresents the sub-seconds hand of the watch; it rotates continuously so long as the watch remains running.


The Harry Winston Ocean Chrono watch is completed by a highly detailed rubber strap, which is intricately shaped to fit the complex case lugs. It is accented with the same shuriken symbol that appears in the sub-seconds window, and features an 18K white gold buckle. Harry Winston also offers the Ocean Chrono watch in warmly colored 18K rose gold and an alligator strap, as well as a stunning white gold version complete with a mother of pearl dial, and more than 5 carats total weight of brilliant-cut or baguette-cut diamonds.

Tuesday 20 November 2007

Sky Moon


Sky Moon is an automatic incorporating the Patek Philippe 240 CL LU caliber which is of 240 base and 165 module for astronomic functions and is patented. It compromises of 301 components with its micro rotor finished in 18k gold, which integrates the movement’s volume.

It is decorated with Cotes de Geneve and circular graining patterns. Apart from being beveled, this piece comes hallmarked with the Geneva Seal. The functions include hours, minutes, moonphase and sky map.

The three-piece 18k white gold case comes with a diameter of 43mm and a thickness of 9.78mm. It comes with curved sapphire crystal with a white gold crown.

The crown on Sky Moon is positioned at 2 for the hands, and at 4 for the movement, the middle is engraved Calatrava cross as a symbol of the house. The screw-on back displays the movement through a sapphire crystal. This piece is water resistant to 20 meters.

The blue sapphire crystal dial comes with a sky part which is visible from any town (reproduced upon request). It has sapphire discs for the astronomic indications and white enameled gold leaf-style hands. The crocodile leather strap comes accompanied with white-gold clasp.

For the indications, following the position of the Earth, the white-gold oval represents the visible horizon of the sky vault whose orientation varies. In a window, it displays the moonphase. Other indications include position and sidereal hour of Sirius and Moon.

Spitfire Double Chronograph


Spitfire Double Chronograph or Doppelchronograph Spitfire is a mechanical pilot watch with automatic winding. It uses the IWC caliber 79230 with integrated chronograph which has a module for the spilt-second feature.
This brushed 3-piece case comes in stainless steel with a diameter of 42mm and a thickness of 16.8mm. It has additional ductile iron inside of the curved case for magnetic field deviation with very thick sapphire crystal and is depressurization-resistant to 6atm (60m).
The screw-down crown has case protection pushers for the spilt-second chronograph at 10 and comes with screw-on back. It is available in crocodile leather straps with steel clasp or matching metal bracelet. There is also a choice of having a Classic black dial.
The opalin, soleil brushed dial comes with grained hour ring with luminescent Arabic numerals and baton markers in rhodium-plated brass. This is accompanied by luminescent lozenge hands also in rhodium-plated brass.
The chronograph indications include day of the week and date at 3, accompanied with hour counter at 6, a small seconds at 9 with minute counter at 12. In addition, it has a center second and spilt second counter. The minute track comes with ¼ second divisions.

Capeland Power Reserve


The Capeland Power Reserve has a dial with slate gray central with a black outer ring. Within the outer ring, there is the printed minute track in silver. It has Arabic numerals in silver with skeletonized Capeland sword-shaped central hands.

It is running on an ETA mechanical and automatic movement with functions covering hours, minute, seconds, date, power reserve and day of the week.
The case is made of stainless steel of 39mm diameter and thickness of 13.3mm. Its bezel is brushed and has a curved sapphire crystal. The crown is stainless steel and screwed down. Its water resistance is 10 meters.
There are two black subdials with the power reserve located at 6 and day of the week counter at 9. Its date display is positioned at 3. It has a leather strap with steel clasp.

Grand Lange 1 Luna Mundi


This is a worthwhile limited edition called Grand Lange 1 Luna Mundi where it comes in a set of two hand-finished watches. Both watches possess the moonphase that depicts correctly the moon’s movement around the earth at each hemisphere.

One of the watches is known as the Ursa Major. It uses 18K white gold for its case that is about 41.9mm in diameter and a thickness of 11.3mm. The sapphire crystal is curved and treated with anti-reflectives.

The caseback is transparent with sapphire crystal that reveals the movement. There is a date-corrector pusher located at 10 and a crown at 3 where both are made of white gold.

On the Ursa Major is a depiction of the prominent constellation Big Dipper inside its off-centered hour and minute dial at 9. This constellation is represented with rhodium-plated gold cabochon.
Within the hour and minute counter are printed minute markers and Roman numerals for 3, 6, 9, and 12. All are made of rhodium-plated gold including the two hands within.

It still has A. Lange & Sohne’s patented outsized date with rhodium-plated bordered double windows. The two numbers in each window are run individually on a two-disc mechanism. The power reserve counter is still located at 3 and the small seconds with Northern Hemisphere moonphase is positioned at 4 and 5.

Similarly for the other watch, it is made of pink gold. The counters within the dial are all similar as Ursa Major and fine detailing use all pink gold instead of rhodium-plated gold. The main differences are the hour and minute counter contains a representation of the Southern Cross instead of Ursa Major and the moonphase depicts the Southern Hemisphere.
The straps used are crocodile leather that are hand-stitched for high quality finishing. The buckle are made of the similar metal as the case. This beautiful Grand Lange 1 Luna Mundi limited edition is produced at only 101 sets.

Friday 9 November 2007

White Gold Rolex Daytona Full Diamond MSRP




This Daytona is Extremely Rare! 100% Authentic and 100% original Rolex Daytona, "Full Diamond" Crown Collection 2006 Model 116599. This is as good as it gets, this is the rare 18kt white gold Rolex Daytona with the Rolex factory original Pave Diamond dial and bold Roman numeral markers, full Rolex factory bezel set 36 baguette diamonds, and 48 diamonds between the lugs, all 100% authentic Rolex .

Chopard Mille Miglia


Stainless steel case. Black rubber strap. Black dial. Chronograph. Tachymeter. Date displays between 4 and 5 o'clock positions. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Tang clasp. Case diameter 40.5mm. Case thickenss 12.5mm. Automatic movement. Water resistant at 50 meter (165 feet). Chopard Mille Miglia Steel Black Rubber Chronograph Mens Watch 16/8920
Chopard Mille Miglia Steel Black Rubber Chronograph Mens Watch 16/8920
Gender : Mens
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Case Thickness : 12.5mm
Case Diameter : 40.5mm
Dial Color : Black
Bezel : Fixed
Movement : Automatic
Clasp : Tang
Bracelet : Black Rubber
Water Resistant : 50m/165ft
Crystal : Scratch Resistant Sapphire
Item Variations : 16/8920
Additional Information : Chronograph; Tachymeter; Date Displays Between 4 And 5 O'clock
Positions

Nazar Diamond Chrono Unisex



  • Elini watch features a Lucky Eye dial that many cultures believe ward off negative energy transmitted by an envious onlookers

  • Timepiece glistens with its cool design accented by diamonds

  • Unique watch selection to add to any ensemble

  • Stainless steel case

  • White dial with Turkish evil eye motif

  • Black leather strap

  • Buckle clasp

  • 80 full-cut white diamonds (0.8 carats approx.)

  • 60 second, 30 minute and 1/10 second subdials

  • Date display at 4 o' clock

  • Swiss made chronograph quartz movement

  • Sapphire crystal

  • Water resistant to 50 meters

  • Luminous hands

  • Case Dimensions: 34 mm wide x 11 mm thick

  • Strap Dimensions: 22 mm wide x 9.0 inches long

  • All measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed dimensions.

  • Watch bands can be sized to fit 6.5-inch to 8.5-inch wrists.

  • Materials: Leather, stainless steel, diamondsModel No: WH771TOPBK

Navitimer Heritage


Black Dial with Silver Sub-Dials, Luminous Hands & Hour Markers, Silver Toned Index (stick) hour markers. This watch Features: 1/5th of a second Chronograph with a Flyback Complication (enabling immediate restarting of the chronograph rather than stopping, resseting & then starting again). Fitted with the "Slide Rule" aka "Navigation Computer" which allows to compute different airborne calculations such as fuel consumption, climbing times & converting miles into nautical miles or kilometers. Date Displayed between the 4 & 5 o'clock position.
Black Dial with Silver Sub-Dials, Luminous Hands & Hour Markers, Silver Toned Index (stick) hour markers. This watch Features: 1/5th of a second Chronograph with a Flyback Complication (enabling immediate restarting of the chronograph rather than stopping, resseting & then starting again). Fitted with the "Slide Rule" aka "Navigation Computer" which allows to compute different airborne calculations such as fuel consumption, climbing times & converting miles into nautical miles or kilometers. Date Displayed between the 4 & 5 o'clock position.


Size : Mens
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Dial Color : Black
Bracelet / Strap : Stainless Steel
Clasp Type : Double Locking Foldover Clasp
Movement : Automatic Chronograph Chronometer
Bezel : Bi-Directional Rotating
Crysta : Scratch Resistant Sapphire
Case Back : Solid
Water Resistant : 30m/99ft.
Case Diameter : 43mm
Case Thickness : 15.4mm

Monday 22 October 2007

Master Grand Tourbillon

Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates the opening of its Heritage Gallery with the release of the Master Grand Tourbillon, an exclusive series equipped with a fascinating tourbillon mechanism. Made up of 78 parts weighing barely 0.28 grams in all, the grade 5 titanium tourbillon carriage spins elegantly on its axis once a minute. The date indication is adjustable in both directions and makes a bigger jump between 15 and 16 so as not to spoil the view of this magnificent technical accomplishment. In addition to the prestige of the standout complication, the automatic movement also features a dual time-zone display.

Reflecting 175 years of tireless striving for horological perfection, this watch issued in a platinum limited edition of 300 embodies the inventive spirit that has pervaded the entire history of Jaeger- LeCoultre. In tribute to Antoine LeCoultre, a technical pioneer who devoted his whole life to the quest for peerless accuracy, it comes in an imposing presentation box containing a piece of stone from the original workshop set up by the founding father of the Manufacture.


For Jaeger-LeCoultre, a tourbillon worthy of paying homage to the spirit of invention bequeathed by Antoine LeCoultre naturally had to meet all the demands of a high-prestige precision instrument. The engineers of the Manufacture were equally uncompromising in their determination to endow the Master Grand Tourbillon with superlative performances in terms of precision, reliability and sturdiness.

In tribute to the rich legacy of the Manufacture’s founder, this exceptional watch is delivered in a dedicated presentation box featuring a special recess housing a real fragment of the wall of Antoine LeCoultre’s workshop. This wall fragment – which was knocked down to built the entrance to the Jaeger-LeCoultre Heritage Gallery – represents a concrete reminder of the pioneering technical work of Antoine LeCoultre. This brilliant self-taught inventor, who learned the rudiments of his trade at his father’s blacksmith’s forge, devoted his whole life to the quest for absolute precision and reliability. His achievements have left an indelible imprint on watchmaking history and his spirit lives on more strongly than ever in the men and women of the Manufacture who continue to create exceptional models such as the Master Grand Tourbillon.


A tourbillon geared towards precision and sturdiness
For this limited edition, Jaeger-Lecoultre has devised a balance with a 11.5 mg x cm2 inertia capable of supplying the automatic movement with the energy it needs to keep the carriage in motion and to perform the characteristic 28,800 vibrations per hour expected from a high- precision movement. Among the screws arranged around its rim, four of them serve to make adjustments. This technique ensures constant adjustment over time that is unperturbed even by shocks. Any losses in energy due to friction are also reduced by the use of spyr-type gear-wheel teeth with a profile specially designed to ensure regular transmission of force. The lever is also more compact so as to fit into the limited space of the tourbillon carriage. Finally, the automatic movement is wound in one direction only, in harmony with lengthy research that has shown that, once on the wrist, a watch winds twice as fast this way than in the bidirectional mode.

Exceptional decoration for an exceptional movement
In keeping with the firm conviction that consummate artistry is expressed through even the smallest details, the decoration of the movement visible through the sapphire crystal case-back is worthy of the beauty of the complication. The exquisitely hand-crafted bevelling, drawing, snailing, circular-graining and buffing make a perfect match for the going-train bridge adorned with Côtes de Genève.

For the feather-like tourbillon that weighs in at just 0.28 grams, the engineers of the Manufacture opted for a carriage made from an ultra-light, precision-enhancing titanium alloy that is harder to work with because of its exceptional hardness. Tremendous care has been lavished on this noble mechanism with its polished sinks and fine sandblasted surfaces. The cambered escapement bridge cleverly follows the curve of the carriage. The single-piece oscillating weight in 22-carat pink gold is embellished with a stamped medallion motif adorned finely engraved matt and brilliant raised effects.

A time-honoured mechanism paired with unique functions
The genius of the inventive spirit consistently cultivated by Jaeger-LeCoultre has also found expression through associating the tourbillon with the home time/travel time principle – one of the refined technical features that has forged the reputation of the Manufacture and enables at- a-glance comparison of reference time and local time.

In the upper part of the dial, a 24-hour subdial maintains the time reference, or can indeed be used at any juncture to represent the second time zone. To ensure a fast display of the travel time zone as the main function, the local time is read off in the centre and can be adjusted either forward or backward in one-hour jumps, while automatically driving the date accordingly. This innovative date indication, adjustable in both directions, jumps between the figures 15 and 16 so as not to spoil the view of the impressive technical feat that is the main highlight of the dial.

The seconds display also testifies to the accuracy of this watch. It appears in the circular tourbillon opening by means of a three-arm hand including an arrow-tipped spoke that indicates the passing seconds in step with the revolving tourbillon carriage. In this way, reading off the smallest standard unit of time constantly draws the gaze to the hypnotic motion of the most fascinating horological complication of them all.

Movement : Mechanical automatic winding Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 978, crafted and decorated by hand
28,800 vibrations per hour
48-hour power reserve
302 parts
33 jewels
7.05 mm high
22-carat single-piece oscillating weight, openworked and decorated with relief engravings
Functions : local time enabling fast adjustment on both directions (travel time zone)
date hand synchronised with local time, adjustable in both directions
24-hour reference time indication
minutes
tourbillon regulator with seconds indication
Dial : sunburst black base with applied rhodium-plated gold numerals and hour-markers, 11 luminescent dots
Hands : hour and minute: Alpha type in rhodium-plated brass, luminescent
date : rhodium-plated brass with double red-varnished triangle
reference time : rhodium-plated brass
Crowns : 1 crown to start the watch and to adjust local time, reference time, minute and date
Case : ø 43 mm in 950 platinum cambered sapphire crystal, hardness N°9
sapphire crystal case-back revealing the movement
water-resistant to 50 metres
Leather strap : 22/20 in matt alligator leather and 18-carat white gold folding clasp
Reference : platinum 950: Q166 64 70

Radiomir Black Seal Ceramic

Radiomir was the first watch model created by Officine Panerai. A watch that crossed the history for the heroism characterising the value men who wore the Panerai at the beginning of the ’40.
In that period this model presented for the first time some technical innovations which determined from the very beginning its character and its qualities: a case very easy to read, winding crown, screwed back and a strong cushion shape, but very simple at the meanwhile.

This model was the precursor of all the Panerai watchmaking, thanks to its basic and simple characteristics. The Radiomir feature became stronger along the time. Nowadays this model with sports and at the same time discrete shapes suits with technological and precious materials, fit to host high watchmaking movements.

At the 2007 SIHH Radiomir will not only host the P.2003 Calibre 10 days automatic GMT, but it will also the presented with he following new versions:
  • Radiomir Black Seal, ceramic case, with the hand-wound movement OP XI;
  • Radiomir Cronografo, steel case, with automatic movement.

To create this model, Neuchatel Manufacture watchmakers has now devised a completely new process: a high-tech treatment of isostatic pressure which enhances and improves its technical characteristics.

The result is interesting both from the technical point of view and from the purely aesthetic angle: the ceramic used is Zirconium Oxide and it is moulded from powder using a process of isostatic pressure (instead of being cast as is the normal practice). In this way all the positive features of this material are enhanced: its extreme durability (up to five times greater than 316L steel), its strong resistance to a wide range of temperatures, and the fact that when worn for long periods the watch does not become scratched, damaged or corroded.

Also, ceramic formed in this way takes on a more homogenous appearance than that resulting from the which is the traditional method of casting the material.

Movement : Hand-wound mechanical Panerai OPXI movement, 161/2lignes, 17 jewels, monometallic Glucydur®balance with Nivarox® balance spring, 21,600 alternations/ hour, Incabloc® anti-shock device, power reserve 56 hours, COSC Chronometer Certificate
Functions : Hours, minutes, seconds
Case : Ceramic, 45 mm in diameter, removable wire loop strap attachments in steel with special hard black coating, winding crown in ceramic personalised OP
Back : crew steel with special hard black coating
Dial : Black, sandwich construction, with luminous Arabic numerals, seconds at 9 o’clock, Torpedo reproduced at 6 o’clock
Crystal : Anti-reflective sapphire, 2.2 mm thick
Water-resistance : To 100 metres
Strap : Black leather and steel buckle with special hard black coating
Production : 1,000 units
Distributed : from September 2007
Reference : PAM00292

Instrument BR01-92 Orange

In the West, the color orange is associated with energy. In the professional world, orange is symbolizes emergency, risk or danger.

It is usually used to highlight important information. An “overheating engine” gauge or a “low fuel” indicator will often be shown by an orange warning light. It is therefore no accident that the American Coast Guard chooses orange (in association with blue, its complementary color in the visible spectrum) for its flag. With its ergonomic black and photoluminescent orange dial and its superlative Swiss movement, the BR01 Instrument Orange embodies Bell & Ross’s philosophy:“Function initiates shape”.


Bell n Ross applies this “principle of high readability” to both models of this new timepiece. Production of the automatic watch and the automatic chronograph is limited to 250 pieces.

Movement : mechanical - automatic ETA 2892.
Functions : hours, minutes, seconds.
Case : Size XXL 46 mm. Glass bead blasted steel with carbon powder coating. Screw-in crown.
Dial : Galvanic black. Numbers, indexes and hands are coated with an orange photoluminescent finish for optimal night readability.
Glass : Anti-reflection sapphire crystal.
Water-resistance : 100 meters.
Strap : rubber or heavy-duty synthetic fabric.

History of Bell n Ross

In 1992 a team of designers and specialists of aircraft and space controls joined with a set project to create watches perfectly suiting a professional use, to be part of the great Swiss watchmaking tradition while meeting the demands of men facing extreme situations. Nowadays astronauts, pilots, divers or bomb disposal experts use Bell n Ross watches as tools on their missions.

There are trades which make your bear exceptional temperatures, undergo violent accelerations or with stand dangerous pressures. These extreme situations are studied by Bell n Ross along with those who experience them: pilots, divers, astronauts and bomb disposal experts.

To ensure that a watch perfectly meets the expectations of its users, Bell n Ross gathers men with complementary know how. With a unique objective - to create a utilitarian watch - master watchmakers, engineers, designers and professional users, put their expertise and experience together with the same motto: the essential is never compromised by the superfluous.

Designed for professionals who demand optimal reliability, Bell n Ross watches meet four basic principles: readability, performance, precision and water resistance. Thus, every detail has its purpose, its function. This technical exactness is expressed through pure lines and timeless elegance.

Bell n Ross watchmakers develop, assemble and carry out the ultimate adjustments of watches in Switzerland, in the production unit of La Chaux-de-Fonds.

The current Bell n Ross collection include Space 3, Grand Prix, Hydromax 11100 M, Type Marine, Type Demineur, Pilot, Diver 300, Function, Function Index, Vintage, Vintage 120, Vintage 123, Vintage 126, Military Type 123, Military Type 126, Desert Type 123, Desert Type 126 XL, Vintage 126 XL, Geneva 123, Geneva 126, Medium Auto, Medium Chrono, Jumping Hour, Double Subdial Jumping Hour, Mystery Diamond White and Mystery Diamond Black.

Friday 19 October 2007

Bvlgari Diagono Titanium


Bvlgari Diagono Titanium Watch # TI32BTAVTD-SLN. Size : 32mm.Series: Diagono Titanium.Band: Rubber and Titanium Bracelet.Case: Titanium and Aluminium.Dial: Black, carbon fiber.Movement: Automatic.Mechanical movement with automatic winding and date.



Watch Series: Bvlgari Diagono
Model number: TI32BTAVTD-SLN
Band length: mens standard
Case material: Titanium and Aluminium
Dial Color: Black, carbon fiber
Movement: Automatic
Water resistant depth: 30.00 Meters

IWC Small Da Vinci


IWC Small Da Vinci Watch # 3736-013. Mechanical chronograph movement, driven by quartz, controlled stepping motor, Black dial, Black crocodile leather strap, Stainless steel case, Perpetual moon phase display, end-of-battery, life indicator, 233 parts, screw in crown, Convex sapphire crystal, water resistant to 30 meters, Date indicator between 4 & 5 o' clock position.



Watch Series: IWC Small Da Vinci
Model number: 3736-013
Band length: womens standard
Case material: Stainless steel
Dial Color: Black
Crystal material: Sapphire
Movement: Mechanical
Water resistant depth: 30.00 Meters

Montblanc Timewalker


Montblanc (Mont Blanc) Men' s Timewalker Series Watch # 09675. Automatic movement. Central second. Date display. 42 mm, stainless steel case. Skeleton horns. Domed sapphire crystal with antireflex coating. Water resistant to 30 metres. Band: Brown Alligator Leather Strap with Pin Buckle. Silver dial.


Watch Series:
MontBlanc TimeWalker Collection
Model number: 09675
Dial Color: Silver
Water resistant depth: 30.00 Meters

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Automatic


Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Automatic Watch # 172.84.70. Mechanical automatic movement, Brown calfskin leather strap with folding clasp, Stainless steel case, Brilliant black dial with Arabic numerals and indexes, 28,800 vibrations per hour, Power.



Watch Series: Master
Model number: 172.84.70
Band length: Mens standard
Clasp: folding clasp
Case material: Stainless Steel
Dial Color: Brilliant black
Crystal material: Cambered sapphire
Movement: Mechanical automatic
Water resistant depth: 200.00 Meters

Jaeger Lecoultre Master Hometime


Jaeger LeCoultre Master Hometime Watch # 162.84.20. Mechanical automatic movement, Matt Alligator leather strap with folding clasp, Stainless steel case, Silver dial with Arabic numerals and indexes, 28,800 vibrations per hour, Power reserve to 50 hours.



Watch Series: Master
Model number: 162.84.20
Band length: Mens standard
Clasp: folding clasp
Case material: Stainless Steel
Dial Color: silver
Crystal material: Cambered sapphire
Movement: Mechanical automatic
Water resistant depth: 50.00 Meters

Saturday 13 October 2007

2005 18kt Gold & SS Rolex Submariner Blue

This Rolex is perfect in everyway. It has all factory seals, plastic protectors, and comes with all original Rolex boxes, books, tags, Rolex certificate, papers, everything etc.

Originally purchased from an authorized Rolex dealer. This is a Rolex serial "F" 2005 model 16613, an all time classic, and one of the finest looking timepieces in the world. With the brilliant blue dial, gold markers and blue bezel insert, the perfect combination. Everytime you look at your watch, you will have the satisfaction of knowing you have the finest timepiece in the world. 100% original 18k gold and stainless Rolex Submariner, Model 16613, quick set with a sapphire crystal, and Oyster bracelet and flip lock clasp. Comes with all boxes, books, tags, Rolex factory seals and plastic attachments...
This Rolex is 100% authentic, 100% original and flawless. This Rolex will be shipped FEDEX (overnight) after funds/check clear the bank. This perfect timepiece is unconditionally guaranteed to be 100% authentic, factory warranty attached.

Item Specifics
Brand: Rolex
Age/Year: 2005
Gender: Mens Fullsize 40mm
Condition: Pre-owned, "As New", Perfect in everyway
Features: 18kt Gold & Stainless, Brilliant Blue Dial
Model Number: 16613
Style: Rolex Submariner

2004 Men's Rolex President Pearl Roman

Serial "Z" 2007 Rolex model 118238 with the brilliant Mother Of Pearl Dial and bold Roman numeral markers, 100% authentic Rolex.

100% Authentic Rolex gold President with the fluted bezel. It does not get any better than this! Pictures do not reveal the radiant beauty of this timepiece. 100% Authentic the "Flagship" of Rolex, the men's President, this is the 36mm fullsize, "Day-Date", 100% authentic Rolex! No timepiece commands the respect given to the Rolex President. Everytime you look at your watch, you will have the satisfaction of knowing you have the finest timepiece in the world. This is the model 118238, the latest series available. This model has impressive changes, and is the heaviest Rolex President ever made or offered, by Rolex, over 30% heavier. Purchased new from an authorized Rolex dealer, it is absolute perfection. 100% authentic men's Rolex President, Model 118338, double quick set with a sapphire crystal, and hidden clasp. It comes with the large Rolex box, outer box, booklet, Rolex hang tag, COSC, leather wallet, etc, etc...This Rolex is 100% authentic, and flawless. This Rolex will be shipped (overnight) after funds/check clear the bank. Unconditionally guaranteed to be authentic and original. If you demand the newest and finest timepiece, this is it.

Item Specifics
Brand: Rolex
Age/Year: 2004
Gender: Mens Fullsize 36mm
Condition: Perfect in everyway
Features: Mother Of Pearl
Model Number: 118238
Style: Rolex President

Tag Heuer Men's Ana-Digi Chronograph Stainless Steel Rubber Strap Watch



This watch is designed for the individual who dares to live adventurously through extreme sports, yet needs a watch for fun evening event.
This captivating timepiece draws you in with the unique dial, and the detailing will have you mesmerized time and time again. The black dial notably features a digital display on the inner dial with silver-tone Arabic numerals at every hour position around the outer dial. Durable stainless steel crafts the case and case back with a special PVD treated titanium crafts the bezel. Arabic numerals mark the seconds at every hour position on the unidirectional rotating bezel. Silver-tone luminous is applied to the hour and minute hands.
  • Strap: Rubber
  • Movement: Swiss Quartz Chronograph
  • Crystal: Sapphire
  • Crown: Push/pull
  • Clasp: Buckle
  • Bracelet Measurements: 9-3/8”L x 20mm W
  • Case Measurements: 42mm
  • Water Resistance: 20 ATM - 200 meters - 660 feet
  • Model Number: CAC111D.BT0705

Tag Heuer Men's Link Chronograph Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch


Freshly designed with a white dial sprinkled with luminous silver-tone/white index markers at all hour positions. A date window is stationed between 4:00 and 5:00 with sub dials near 3:00, 6:00 and 9:00. The stainless steel case with and exhibition back and bezel is a fresh silver-tone. Dial hands are repeat the use of silver-tone.

  • Bracelet: stainless steel
  • Movement: Swiss automatic chronograph - Precise Calibre 36
  • Crystal: sapphire
  • Crown: push down w/function pushers
  • Clasp: push button deployant
  • Bracelet Measurements: 7-3/4”L x 20mm W
  • Case Measurements: 42mm
  • Water Resistance: 20 ATM - 200 meters - 660 feet
  • Model Number: CT511B.BA0564

Saturday 6 October 2007

History of Elini


Nili and Nisso Barokas hail from a family with a 60 year tradition in design, distribution and manufacturing of diamonds and jewelry. In 1989, they founded Elini in Antwerp, Belgium, the same year of the birth of their daughter, Eline -- the natural inspiration for the company name.
Visionaries that they are, Nili and Nisso recognized the changing trends in the worldwide demand for diamond jewelry, thus initiating a variable production of different lines of jewelry, ranging from fashionable gold jewelry, to those set with precious stones and gems to the most exclusive signature diamond-set pieces.
Today, the Elini jewelry collection contains over 20,000 different designs, including: rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets, necklace, sets, hairpins, brooches and specially made pieces -- all of which are manufactured in the company-owned factory employing 700 skilled workers who craft each and every piece by hand to perfection.
By having their own production facilities, the impeccable reputation and professionalism gained through years of experience by the dynamic young and talented team, Elini has positioned itself as a world-renowned, well-recognized brand. Elini is successfully collaborating with television networks, high-end department stores, celebrities and other important organizations, which showcase the Elini brand products alongside their most prestigious programs and collections.
Being in constant pursuit of new and exciting designs that will help to continue positioning the ELINI brand in the market and to satisfy the growing demand among our clients, Elini has implemented their knowledge and experience gained in the jewelry industry to launch the natural next step in the evolution of their brand -- an exclusive and unique watch collection, “Elini Time Jewels.” The creation of the Time Jewels collection completed our transition from a world leading jewelry manufacturer into a world renowned brand name for watches and jewelry.
We at Elini consider our clients as our most valuable assets, and as such we hold customer service and satisfaction to the highest degree. Our offices in Antwerp, Belgium serve as the headquarters for European and Middle Eastern market, whereas the North and South American markets are served directly from our headquarters in Miami, Florida.
Elini is always in pursuit of innovation, seeking to follow our customer’s demands, the latest fashion trends, and of course new designs that seek to push the industry forward by using our incomparable sense of creation. We consistently look into the future from a dreamer’s standpoint, knowing that our company will always excel in any field, leading the way in the jewelry and watch industry, with excitement, creativity and most importantly customer satisfaction.

Monday 13 August 2007

History of Bvlgari



The Bvlgari's descend from an ancient family of Greek silversmiths whose activity began in the small village of Epirus, where Sotirio, the founder of the family, made precious objects in silver. In the mid-19th century Sotirio emigrated to Italy where in 1884 he opened his first shop in via Sistina in Rome. With the help of his sons Costantino and Giorgio, in 1905 he inaugurated the shop in via Condotti, which still today is Bvlgari's flagship store.

During the first decades of the 20th century, the two brothers developed a passionate interest in precious stones and jewels, gradually taking over their father's role. The period following the second World War marked an important turning point in Bvlgari history. In fact, it is during this period that Bvlgari moves away from the strict disciplines of the dominant French school to create its own unique style inspired by Greek and Roman classicism, the Italian Renaissance, and the 19th century Roman school of goldsmiths.

The 1970's mark the beginning of Bvlgari's international expansion with the opening of shops in New York (their first overseas), Paris, Geneva, and Monte Carlo, building towards the 50 shops Bvlgari has today. In 1977, the Bvlgari-Bvlgari watch is created, a design that is now considered a classic and is still Bvlgari's best selling watch. In the early 1980's, Bvlgari Time is founded in Switzerland to manage the creation and production of all Bvlgari watches.

The 1980's mark the continuation of significant events such as the opening of the flagship store on New York's Fifth Avenue as well as shops in the heart of Europe (London, Milan, Munich, and St. Moritz) and in the Far East (Hong Kong, Singapore, Osaka, Tokyo). In 1989, Bvlgari signs an important joint-venture agreement with Girard-Perregaux, the renowned Swiss watchmaker company, for the production of the movement of Bvlgari watches.

In the early 1990's, Bvlgari Parfums is established in Switzerland marking the Group's entry in the perfume world with the launch of Eau Parfumée, Cologne au thé vert, and, Bvlgari pour Femme in February 1994.

In 1994, the company introduces Chandra, the new line of jewels in gold, fine porcelain, and multi-colored stones, during the fashion week in Paris. Bvlgari hosts a glamorous party which is filmed by the American director Robert Altman, who later incorporates it as an important scene in his film Prêt-à-porter.

In 1995 Bvlgari introduces a series of watches characterized by a classic design and enriched by precious stones. Trika, a new bijou-watch with a flexible bracelet is also introduced. In September, Celtica is launched, a line in gold characterized by the use of multi-colored stones with a cabochon cut.

On July 17th ,1995 the Holding Company Bvlgari S.P.A. is quoted on the Italian Stock Exchange Telematic system and the International SEAQ in London. Today, Paolo Bulgari, the Chairman and Nicola Bulgari, Vice-Chairman, with their nephew Francesco Trapani, Chief Executive Officer, manage the company's development with the intent of better serving an international market, while remaining fine and prestigious jewellers.

Monday 30 July 2007

History of Tavan


One of the most recognized watchmakers in Switzerland during the 19th century was a man by the name of Antoine Tavan. His lifelong work to conceive and redesign watch escapements and movements would go on to become some of the most distinguished advancements in watch making history.

But what exactly is a watch escapement? Well by the simplest definition, it is the larger gear in a watch or clock that connects the train wheel with the pendulum or balance to maintain a steady rhythm of seconds. The name is derived from the gear's function to 'escape' from a pallet as it revolves. A precise and steady hand is required to chisel the escapements of each timepiece to exact proportions with a great deal of patience.

In 1805 the Genéva manufacturing firm, Melly Freres specifically requested Tavan's craftsmanship to create a new breed of watch escapement. The commissioned task went on to produce not just one, but 12 new watch escapements including 3 of his own unique vision and design. In fact, these exact models are still on display in the Museum of École d'Horlogerie to this day.The Society of Arts has always been a tremendous innovator of the watch making world. In the spring of 1816, it announced a competition for the regulating of clocks and watches. The challenge was to create a watch so precise that the variations could not exceed 3 seconds within a 24-hour period. However there was a catch; this feat had to be accomplished without any regard for outside temperature or the positioning of the watch itself, whether it was sitting flat, suspended, or worn. Antoine Tavan walked away victorious with 800 florins in his pocket and a whole new level of prestige in his community.

And that prestige would only continue to grow as years passed. Tavan astounded the watch making world yet again in 1825 when he introduced an entirely new creation. This device was a watch with two systems of second hands on the same dial. One hand had standard sweep seconds and the other could start or stop by means of a push-button. The concept of the chronograph had been around since the 1500's, but using "running" seconds and "dead" seconds on the same dial was an unconventional idea for that time period.

Antoine Tavan, among other watchmakers of his time, left behind a legacy that contributed greatly to the establishment of superior watch making. So today we introduce you to Tavan, the brand. True to Tavan tradition, we are committed to bringing you this stunning classical collection of timepieces that are master crafted with the same precision and dependability in mind.

1749: born
1836: died
An eminent maker of watches and chronometers.
made 10 large scale models of escapements about 1805, to the order of Melly Frères, now in 'Museum of École d'Horlogerie', Geneva.
They included the verge, virgule, dupley, lever, 'Arnold' with spring and pivoted detent and three of hisown invention.
Watch with ordinary seconds hand and independent sweep central seconds hand (Geneva Museum)
Devised a chronometer escapement in 1819, and a lever escapement, called 'échappement anchor' with pointed teeth.

History of Movado


Movado, a company whose name means "always in motion" in Esperanto, began its life in 1881 in a small workshop in La Chaux-de-faunds, Switzerland. Founded by talented watchmaker Achille Ditisheim and his team of six employees, all watches were manufactured and assembled by hand.

By 1899, their hard work and determination had paid off. They were awarded six first-class Official Rating Certificates in their class, and in the following year, they were awarded the Silver Medal at the Universal Exhibition in Paris.

By 1905, the company had settled on its now famous name, Movado, and began in earnest its now famous pursuit of excellence in design and function. They won the 1910 Grand Prix Exhibitions in Paris, Rome, Brussels and Rio de Janeiro for their introduction of 8 ligne wristwatch movements. The introduction of the Polyplan watch in 1912 took the watch community by storm, and these watches are highly sought after at auction today.

In 1947, American designer Nathan George Horwitt created the first Museum Watch. It featured an uncluttered dial, with a simple gold dot marker at the 12:00 position. He likened the design to that of a sun-dial, like recognizing the sun at its zenith at high noon. Movado later teamed up with designers and artists such as Andy Warhol to create one-of-a-kind limited edition watches, which reside in museums, galleries, and collections today.

Movado is returning to its roots today. It has re-introduced the KingMatic series, which was originally introduced in the 1950's, and featured the first automatic movement and sweeping second hand, both driven from a central rotor. Today, the KingMatic features an all stainless steel case, stainless steel or leather bracelet, sapphire crystal, automatic movement, and is water resistant to 50 meters.

History of Rado


Famous wristwatch making company Rado was founded in 1917. Originally its name was Schulp & Co because it was founde. From the beginning they did not produced watches, they produced watch movements and supplied them to other companies. The company is now in its 90 year. It has grown to 300 employees in Biel, Switzerland.

However , not much is known about the company before 1957, when they started to release wrist watches under brand Rado. Some years later Rado released DiaStar , timepiece famous for its scratchability. DiaStar made Rado extremely popular. And even nowadays Rado produces a collection which carries DiaStar brand.

Rado is very popular for its non standart approach in producing watches. These may be shapes or materials that are not used by other wristwatch producing companies.

Another popular model produced later by Rado is V10K. This particular model won lots of awards is 2002 and 2005 for its toughness. They are considered to be “Hardest watches in the world”.

In 1983, Rado joined the SMH Group, from then known as The Swatch Group.

All other famous wristmaking companies use materials like gold,steel or brass, Rado uses such materials as: hardmetal, saphyre and ceramics along with diamonds. Despite the materials involved in watches creation , Rado watches will always carry a harmony between design and quality.
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