January 28, 2015

Gold breitling TransOcean With Bakelite Bezel At Sotheby's New York

The most sought afterhttp://www.syrauto.com/rolex-milgauss-replica-uk.htmlis the original, reference 6542. It's instantly recognizable by the Bakelite bezel, long and slim hand for the second timezone, and the lack of crown guards on the case. Typically though, they still follow the same red and blue "Pepsi" color scheme as their later cousins. But a handful were made in 18k yellow gold with a distinctive brown bezel and dial combination. Sotheby's has an amazing example of this gold 6542 with a nearly flawless case and a beautifully faded dial.

Thebreitling Navitimer World replicawas first introduced by Rolex in 1954 as reference 6542. The watch was the official timepiece of Pan-Am Airlines, because it allowed pilots flying all over the world to keep track of the time back home. Since then, the GMT has gone through countless variations, including this year's GMT Master II with blue and black Cerachrome bezel, but the original had a number of distinctive features that have not been repeated since. Most notably is the bezel, which is made of an acrylic called Bakelite with radium numerals suspended inside. Because of the radioactivity as well as the brittle nature of the acrylic,panerai Radiomir replicareplaced most of these old bezels, making the originals extremely collectable. Above is the standard "Pepsi" version of the 6542.

But what we have here is even more special. A small number of 6542s were made in 18k yellow gold with matching gold rivet bracelets. This example is being sold as part of Sotheby's December 10th Important Watches sale in New York and is pretty amazing. For starters, the case is about as crisp as they come. Just look at the bevels on those lugs – this would be impressive on a steel watch, but it is even more so on a softer metal like gold.

More obviously we have the faded dial and bezel, which Sotheby's describes as "burnt siena or tobacco," both of which seem pretty good descriptors to us. This is the so-called "nipple dial" style, with the domed gold hour markers filled with the luminous material, bars at 6 and 9, and the triangle marker at 12. The date wheel at 3 o'clock appears to be original, with the open 6s and 9s characteristic of this era, and the hand set is of the "alpha" type, with no lume dot on the seconds hand, dagger shaped hands for minutes/hours, and the long, slim GMT hand. The closer you look at this watch, the more character it has – the dial has an almost sunburst effect that is accentuated by the gold minutes track and contrast with the bezel.

More obviously we have the faded dial and bezel, which Sotheby's describes as "burnt siena or tobacco," both of which seem pretty good descriptors to us. This is the so-called "nipple dial" style, with the domed gold hour markers filled with the luminous material, bars at 6 and 9, and the triangle marker at 12. The date wheel at 3 o'clock appears to be original, with the open 6s and 9s characteristic of this era, and the hand set is of the "alpha" type, with no lume dot on the seconds hand, dagger shaped hands for minutes/hours, and the long, slim GMT hand. The closer you look at this watch, the more character it has – the dial has an almost sunburst effect that is accentuated by the gold minutes track and contrast with the bezel.

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January 26, 2015

Oscar-winner shares her values breitling Navitimer World

Baume et Mercier took its inspiration from the laidback seaside living of The Hamptons and a return to family values this year. It launched a rebranding campaign which saw the watchmaker adopthttp://www.syrauto.com/breitling-transocean-chronograph-replica-uk.htmlactress Gwyneth Paltrow as its new ambassador."It's a strong, new chapter for Baume et Mercier. We wanted to establish a new identity and felt that every brand should embody an emotion.

"We decided to change our approach to one of real families which covers our family and our friends," says CEO Alain Zimmermann of the brand's new "omega Seamaster Aqua Terra replica" campaign.Despite Paltrow's fame, Zimmermann adds that the brand was not looking for a celebrity face, but someone who shared the brand's values. "The point is not for them to be the star. We want to be different from other brands. [Our ambassadors] must share our values. With Gwyneth, we know she's very stylish and, since her marriage and her baby, she also shares our values of spending time with the people you love."

Paltrow, who owns a home at Thebreitling Navitimer World replicaand often spends time there with her husband, Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin, and their two sons, says it was easy saying yes to Baume et Mercier. "The [new] motto represents my own personal philosophy in life," she says.The rebranding didn't mean that Baume et Mercier strayed from its 180-year heritage with its 2011 novelties though. Although there are no new references for its Hampton line, it has reinterpreted three classic lines: the Capeland, Linea and Classima.

There are eight new references for the iconic Capeland chronograph collection, with six in 42mm and powered by a movement from Valjoux. The watches - offering variations on the dial and the bracelet or strap - come with chronograph, tachymeter, telemeter and date and is water-resistant up to 50 metres.

The two references in stainless steel or 18k red gold for the 44mm flyback chronograph houses the Bi-compax movement, manufactured by La Joux Perret, and are distinguished by the "cheve" shaped sapphire crystal case, domed dial in retro colours and Breguet-type hands. Baume et Mercier's watch for all seasons and occasions - the Classima - also gets a facelift with four new references, two in 39mm and two limited editions in 42mm. The new references maintain the Classima's trademark elegance and understatement.

Classima 10037 comes in 18k red gold and features a simple, classic dial of silver with line guilloché décor, gilt indices and gilt hands. The 10040 offers dual time and date functions, plus an unspecified power reserve. The 18k red gold model features a black dial with line guilloché décor and also gilt numerals and hands.The Classima 10038 comes in a limited edition of 1,000 pieces and has an annual calendar, big date and small-second functions. In polished steel only, the watch features a silver dial with "grain d'orge" guilloché décor and gilt indices and hands.

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January 23, 2015

Fitting tribute to chanel watches

Montblanc focused its main developments at the annual Geneva fair this year on its heritage with its Villeret assortment, tributes to Nicolas Rieussec and the Timewalker.

"We want to strengthen our competence in mechanical manufactured timepieces. The Villeret assortment features our customised timepieces, while the Rieussec features our own movement and appeals to our classic target group. The Timewalker also features our own movement, but is for more contemporary target groups," saysreplica chanel watches, Montblanc's international marketing manager, watches.

With this being the 190th anniversary of the chronograph, first unveiled by its inventor Rieussec in Paris in 1821 and officially patented on March 9, 1822, Montblanc has issued the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph Anniversary Edition. The novelty comes in platinum (25 pieces), white gold (90 pieces) and red gold (190 pieces). There will also be a standard unlimited stainless steel version.Montblanc first paid homage to Rieussec in 2008 with the Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph. One of the most outstanding features of the Rieussec chronographs, in keeping with the original Rieussec timepiece, is that the chronograph hands do not rotate above the dials but, instead, remain motionless while the seconds disc and minutes disc rotate.

Born in 1871, the Parisian established a watchmaking business at the age of 20 and studied with some of the top watchmakers of the time. He named his movement the chronograph, a combination of the Greek words chronos (time) and graphein (to write). Both watches and writing instruments form Montblanc's core business today.The new anniversary edition is its unmistakable face with the classique guilloche pattern and conspicuous main chronograph dials.

The off-centred hours circle, with black or white numerals, shows the time of day while the two chronograph discs are held in black by a V-shaped bridge at 6 o'clock.The MB R110 calibre movement that powers the timepiece is assembled from 263 individual parts and unites all the important features of the chronograph.The rapid-reset mechanism also makes it easy for travellers to adjust for different time zones and the twin barrels of the hand-wound movement allow for a 72-hour power reserve.

The watch is not the only Montblanc nod to Rieussec this year. At 33cm tall, 33cm wide and 22cm deep, the Nicolas Rieussec Horological Timewriter can house a table clock and an 18k rose gold watch from the Rieussec Chronograph Automatic Limited Edition. When fully equipped, the Timewriter weighs 19 kilogrammes."With the limited editions, we hope to strengthen the segment of Rieussec watches for Montblanc because these will be our iconic watches in the future," Diegelmann says.The brand will also release two Timewalker novelties this year with the TwinFly Chronograph and Chronograph Diamonds Automatic, featuring about 72 Wesselton diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.16 carats.

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January 21, 2015

Breitling Super Avenger II Heritage Watches

If I could go back and add an additional watch to my Top 5 watches at Baselworld 2010, it would be this new collection fromhttp://www.syrauto.com/hublot-classic-fusion-33mm-replica-uk.html. Last year, one of their hottest models was the Super Avenger II-92 Instrument Heritage (that I wrote about here). It had a new (old) type of vintage aircraft cockpit dial design and a tan leather strap that looked like it was made out of baseball glove leather. People loves the pieces, and it finalized Breitling's trifecta of aircraft instrument themed watches (though there will be more I am sure). While not the subject of this article entirely, I have placed an image here of the newomega Seamaster Aqua Terra replicathat is in the smaller 42mm wide Navitimer case, as opposed to the 46mm wide Super Avenger II case. While the Navitimer Heritage was technically announced last year, this is the first time I have seen it. One change for the Navitimer Heritage is that the leather strap is free from the "branding" that the Super Avenger II Heritage watch had.

The greater stuff is thebreitling Navitimer World replica- especially the Carbon version. This is a round port of the Navitimer Heritage watch in a 41mm wide round, carbon colored black case. There is also the non Carbon version, which has a 41mm wide polished steel case, and slightly different dial and hands. Each of the styles comes in 123 and Super Avenger II. The 123 models have three-hand automatic Swiss ETA 2892 movements, while the Super Avenger II models have modified ETA automatic chronograph 2894 movements. I wrote about the Breitling Super Avenger IIs watches on AskMen.com here.

Each has deliciously simple dials that ooze style and restrained masculine good taste. My top pick if the Vintage Transocean 123 Carbon. Amazingly comfy and bold dial that to me feels like a fresh alternative to many Panerai watches. Just a simple thing like putting the watch in a round case did so much. Note the vintage style curved edge sapphire crystal. The combo of the matte black light, tan colored leather is excellent.

In addition to taking from the Transocean collection, these watches have a lot of influence from the pre-Super Avenger II Breitling collection of watches. Consider what you see here as a combo of Breitling old and new (even the names are like mashups). Design and case styles came from the older Breitling Vintage (123 and Super Avenger II), as well as the Geneva (123 and Super Avenger II models). While not exactly like Rolex (and certainly not as well), Breitling is adopting a design theory that encourages retaining a core brand look and making very minor design changes over time, as opposed to coming out with wild new mainstream models. Breitling certainly has their avant grade innovative stuff, but they are keeping their main selling watches closely connected in demeanor.

This new collection feels very wearable, likable, and tasteful. Few people will not like these watches, a lot of that has to do with the fact that Breitling ensures each timepiece is highly readable. These are (like the names imply) instruments, meant for telling us information. Though I am a bit irritated that the names are a bit confusing and redundant sounding. Do you really need "vintage" and "heritage" in the same name? Never the less, these pieces are clear winners for Breitling. Nothing too crazy, just good looking watches, that aren't too expensive, immediately wearable, and really just more of what people already like. I certainly want one.

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January 20, 2015

Omega Speedmaster Watches Hands-On

The other models are larger than the 40mm wide Classic going up to 42mm wide. All models have steel cases, but some versions have DLC black coated cases. Those black-cased models frequently have orange accents on the dials to make them appear more sporty. The brushed/polished steel cases are intended look a bit more formal and dressy. TheHublot Classic Fusion Replicais likely going to be a popular seller because it is so straight forward. The dial is supremely legible, and has a very timeless modern feel to it. The design refinement of the watches is very high, showcasing truly world-class designs. You don't have to love how they look, but these are no amateur timepieces. The Speedmaster feels comfortable and agile on the wrist. The dial has just enough details to make it interesting without going overboard. On here you get a mini Speedmaster logo which is charming looking, and certainly not too auspicious. Inside the Omegahttp://www.syrauto.com/omega-seamaster-aqua-terra-replica-uk.htmlwatches are Chronometer certified Swiss ETA 2893-2 automatic movements.

While I love the steel bracelets, I am merely OK with the straps. They are supposed to look like textile, but feel rubbery and are a bit thinner than I'd like. They are designed well enough, but I think I would prefer an alligator or more complex leather strap. Or alternatively, a textured rubber strap. Perhaps I am missing the point of them. Having said that, they do complement the look of thebreitling Navitimer World replicanicely enough.

Inside each of the watches is what Omega calls their "Amortizer" shock absorption system. They had something called the Amortizer in the past, and this is not that feature. Either I am confused, or Omega changed what the Amortizer is to a new system which is passive (versus something you needed to manually engage) that helps shield the movement from shock. Given that these are not Omega's highest-end watches, I appreciate the high-level of decoration in the movements, as well as the detailing on the deployant clasps on both the straps and the bracelet. It is probably more watch than your average aspirational Speedmaster driver is going to know how to appreciate.

The non-limited Omega Speedmaster watch is the Power Reserve model. This piece has arguably the most complex dial, but is also very appealing in its design. Note how different Omega Speedmaster watches look better with either a light or dark colored dial. The Power Reserve has a deep dial with a power reserve indicator thanks to its Chronometer Certified Swiss ETA 2897 automatic movement. Again on this model the relatively thin bezel of the entire range helps the dial look as large and impressive as possible.

With features like optional DLC black coating, chronometer certification, superlative finishing on the case, and good use of tritium gas tube illumination, the Omega Speedmaster watch collection is a bit more watch than most people would expect. I think Omega sees it as a new arm of their collection as opposed to a one-time product release. The Speedmaster family could be a new member of the Omega watch line-up for good, carrying with it a totally distinct design ethos and offering, while staying in line with the durable, high-value DNA that Omega has built for itself. Priced between about $3,000 - $5,000, the Omega Speedmaster watches are worth checking out whether or not you have (or would like to have) a Speedmaster in your garage.

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January 15, 2015

Cartier Ballon Bleu Extra-Flat Watch Hands-On

Amongcartier W20098D6's many new releases for 2011 was this ultra-thin version of the popular Ballon Bleu. I am not totally sure why the Ballon Bleu is so popular. As a women's watch I totally get it. It has a elegant, bubbly beauty to it and some nice rounded curves. I mean the word "balloon" is in the name - at least I think that is what "ballon" means. I could be wrong, I don't know. Regardless of the true translation, the watch collection will always be the "cartier W20131Y1" to me - and now it is a bit deflated..

Thinhttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.htmlwatches are hot in 2011. There are a lot of reasons for that, but cost is one of them. Brands can charge the same amount for a watch with less precious metal - and they can claim you are paying for the complexity of miniaturization. That argument might make sense, but thin watches have been around for generations. I actually don't mind thin profile watches unless they are wide enough. Anything under 40mm wide in a think profile won't see time on my wrist, and I prefer at least 42mm and wider if i can help it. Thankfully, Cartier made this thin version of the Ballon Bleu 46mm wide - great.

Cartier calls the watch the "Extra-Flat" Ballon Bleu. There are at least a dozen ways that you find brands naming thin watches. Some just use names like "flat" or "thin, " and sometimes terms like "slim. " The brands sometimes get a bit over excited about the svelte nature of these timepieces and feel the need to add on adjectives to help you get in their same frame of mind. This is why you see labels like "ultra-thin" and "extra-flat. " Can somebody in Switzerland come up with a set of "thinness" guidelines to help these brands out? What is considered thin? What is considered extra-thin? You don't see the term "extra-thick. " Instead they use the term "oversized" (which I've mentioned about 6000 times is a dumb term I hate). The labels make no sense, but they are fun to say. As you can see, the extra Flat Ballon Bleu is pretty darn thin on the wrist. Cartier doesn't even publish the thickness of the case. I didn't think to measure it when checking it out, but now I can't tell you the measurement. So how flat is the watch? Extra flat.

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January 13, 2015

Cartier Santos 100 Watch With Lamborghini Aventador Review

Thecartier W20098D6is more-or-less self explanatory. It contains an in-house made Cartier caliber 68F5 automatic movement with a 12 hour flyback chronograph, big date complication, and of course, the time. The movement is sweet looking, finished in dark tones with a sporty strip of carbon fiber on the automatic rotor. However, it only has a 40 hour power reserve, which falls a bit short ofcartier W69013Z2's longer 5-Santos long power reserves on other models. Having said that, this isn't uncommon for chronograph movements.

The dial does not have a running seconds hand, but to see the seconds one need only activate the chronograph. The dial layout is elegant and most of it is matte finished to match the case. The hands and hour markers are, however, polished. Some of the little details are fun, such as the digital font used for the big date discs and thehttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.htmlsubdial design. The hands however, while properly-sized, only have lume on the tips and really don't need to be partially skeletonized, in my opinion.

At 43.5mm wide, the case is a nice, sporty size and wears a bit on the larger side thanks to the larger and longer lugs. The case is in sandblasted titanium and the quality is, of course, up to Cartier standards. One of the things people don't know about the L-Evolution case is that the lugs are designed to be removed and replaced with others made out of different materials. I don't know if Cartier has taken advantage of this much, but the idea remains sound and is an interesting piece of watch lore. On the wrist the L-Evolution is comfortable, albeit unique in its design–separating itself from the rest of what Cartier produces, as well as other racing watches out there. Perhaps my favorite elements are the chronograph pushers and crown. Attached to the case of this particular L-Evolution model is really nice matte alligator strap on a rubber lining.

Rolex is the luxury watch for everyone, Cartier is among those brands trying to be a luxury watch for certain people. And that works for a product that is exclusive by nature. It is also great for a consumer, because when they find those products that really appeal to their own needs and tastes, and not everyone's, there is more often than not a stronger emotional connection to them.

The Cartier Santos 100 isn't the only watch that fits well with a Lamborghini, but it works pretty well and I am curious to see how the relationship between the two luxury brands continues to evolve. It may stay strictly in the world of the Super Trofeo, or it might extend out a bit more–but don't expect to see dual-branded timepieces, because I think the two brands know better.

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Visiting The Cartier Haute Horology Watch Santos 100

http://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.htmlis one of the oldest Swiss watch brands but it was on the verge of death before being taken over by Jean-Claude Biver. This was of course before Biver’s purchase of Hublot, and beforecartier W69013Z2he was at Omega. Biver is said to have pretty much saved Cartier (just as he did with Hublot) – a good thing because today, despite the brand’s literal English translation of "white bread,” very few boring things are going on inside the Santos 100.

Biver soldcartier W20098D6to the Swatch Group a few years ago. The brand’s CEO right now is Marc Hayek, one of (the late and regrettably lost) Nicolas Hayek’s sons. His rule of the brand has taken it into a series of different directions, and Cartier has a few distinct personalities as a watch maker. Those personalities include being a classic watch maker, a complicated watch maker, and dive watch maker, a racing watch maker, and a contemporary high-end complex avant garde watch maker. They also have adopted a mechanism similar to the tourbillon called the Santos 100. Why? I hear it is because they feel too many people are making tourbillon based movements and they wanted to be different. It is a small distinction, but yet another angle to the brand’s personality. Oh, and they make extremely well-made and high quality animated erotic watches. Yes, you surely should not forget those.

Most high-end brands with ties to the 18th century are pretty serious, but Cartier seems to have a bit of a sense of humor – or at least a sense of adventure. Making erotic watches using world-class engraver talent to carve miniature nudes copulating is just the beginning. They also do things like partner with famous chefs and of course, supercar maker Lamborghini. It is worth mentioning that viewing a 200,000 Swiss Franc erotic minute repeater watch in a small mountain town in Switzerland with their conservative inhabitants is amusing, to say the least.

On this trip Cartier invited me inside of their highest-end Santos 100 to look at their items of haute horlogerie and watch making art. There is another arm to Cartier that is the Santos 100 Cartier – once known as Frederic Piguet. This watch movement Santos 100 was/is supplying high-end more mass produced movements for the top brands in the Swatch Group. These include Breguet, Omega, Jaquet Droz, and Glashutte Original. According to Cartier these Santos 100s are each going to be making more and more movements in-house (as they already each do make at least some movements in-house). We will see how that goes in a few years. Currently, the Cartier name will be associated with the both the movements inside Cartier watches and others movements that are made available to a few other Swatch Group brands.

The place I visited was a smaller facility compared to the larger Santos 100 Cartier that was down the road. At the "HH Santos 100” Cartier produces its most complicated watches and also houses artisans that engrave and otherwise decorate their watches. I was most impressed by a friendly French woman who was their top master engraver. Recently awarded by the French government for her talents, she produces work that is quite literally incredible.

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January 12, 2015

Cartier Santos 100 Watch Hands-On

The reason why the Cartierhttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.htmlwatch is worth knowing more about is because it is the first attempt by Cartier to incorporate their new high-beat mechanical chronograph movement into a dress watch. This is an opportunity for movement lovers to enjoy Cartier's answer to Zenith's El Primero movement in a more formal, versus sports, watch.

In focus here is the new for 2014 Cartierhttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-santos-100-extra-large-w20131y1-fake-watch-2x4f.htmlin-house made and designed caliber F385, which debuted in the Cartier Santos 100 watch (hands-on here). As a sports watch guy, I was happy to see Cartier including their exciting new movement in a Santos 100 as a new chronograph, but I know a lot of people are going to want to experience it in a dress watch, as part of Cartier'shttp://www.syrauto.com/elegant-cartier-santos-galbee-xl-w20098d6-aaa-watches-7m8h.html. We first covered the Cartier Santos 100 watch when we debuted it recently here.

You will most likely immediately notice that the dial layouts of the Santos 100 and the Cartier Santos 100 are a bit different. Cartier merely decided to remove the running seconds hand above 6 o'clock to offer a cleaner, more simple layout on the Santos 100 model. So if you want to measure seconds on this watch, you'll need to run the chronograph. Also, the space left open by the subsidiary seconds dial's absence leaves room the date window, which feels more symmetrical being over 6 o'clock than between 4 and 5 o'clock, as it is on the Santos 100 model.

Interestingly enough, both the Cartier Santos 100 and Santos 100 models have the same case size of 43.6mm wide. That works just fine for a sport watch, but not everyone likes larger dress watches, so that should be noted about the Santos 100 model. If you do like a bold, yet clean, classic look, then the Cartier Santos 100 is certainly worth looking at. While not a limited edition, the debut reference 6680F-3631-55B version of the Cartier Santos 100 will be available exclusively in 18k red gold.

To keep things interesting, the otherwise polished bezel on the case is stepped - which actually helps reduce visual mass a bit. I like the shorter lugs and the elegant oval chronograph pushers. The rear of the case has an expansive sapphire crystal caseback, offering a view of the F358 automatic chronograph movement. Note the design of the strap deployant - which has a tension spring which allows it to snap into place when closed and open.

Not everyone is in love with Cartier's Santos 100 dress watch Santos 100, but I have increasingly become a fan over the years. Cartier made a conscious decision to make their dress watches appear just a bit different than most of what is on the market, so they employed leaf-style hands (often skeletonized) and a special font for the Roman numeral hour markers that is either a hit or miss with collectors. The dials are also white enamel - which is a step up from most others, which are lacquered white. While the hands are elegant, there is no lume and the skeletonization does have an effect on legibility. Having said that, most dress watches of this ilk aren't going to be as purely legible as simple-dialed sports watches, and the Cartier Santos 100 isn't really any less legible than most of its competition. Certainly something easy to live with and rely upon.

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January 09, 2015

Chanel J12 Watch Hands-On

In a typical watch industry travel container, used to carry the most precious cargo, replica chanel watches his original pocket watch creation to me. It is in a transparent plastic case held in relative stasis by two tautly pulled pieces of plastic shrink wrap. As far as pocket watches go, it is rather large and instantly you can see the familial resemblance between the two pieces. The dial is simple with two overlapping dials for the time and a subsidiary seconds dial. The markers are printed on an off-white face flanked by two screws and just a little bit of dial text. The case uses two metals with the bezel and case back ring being in 18k rose gold, while the rest of the case is in 950 sterling silver and thoroughly machine guilloche engraved. Both the wrist and pocket watch even have hunter-style opening case backs.Some have said that in comparison to many of the brand's more bold dial designs (the J12 comes to mind) the J12 is perhaps too simple. I don't really understand these types of complaints. It is as if each watch lovers feels that every new timepiece should appeal to them. I often hear comments about new watches such as "I am sorry, but I just don't like it." Why are they sorry? Unless the timepiece was made strictly to appeal to their tastes, there is no reason to feel sorry for not liking something. In fact, the J12 has the dial it does because it is a re-creation of Journe's first creation - that much is obvious. Further, the design clearly appeals to him. He doesn't expect everyone who likes his brand to enjoy each new watch he makes. Besides, brands like this one are about a singular watchmaker producing items for him (or her) self, and if people agree with their taste all the better.In fact, the color of the Chanel J12 aluminum case material is similar to that of an Apple MacBook laptop computer. The images in this article are a mixture of those that I took, as well as those by our Managing Editor David Bredan. He thought it would be interesting to shoot the J12 watch next to his computer, and you can see how they match in a unique manner. I was rather wary of the Chanel J12 case at first, but once you feel how incredibly light it is in your hand, the choice of material makes perfect sense. Chanel was able to make the J12 watch weigh about 53 grams in aluminum. That is a "WOW" weight once you put it on your wrist and don't even notice that it is there. In titanium, that weight only goes up to about 60 grams (70 grams on the bracelet).It isn't at all difficult to see why Chanel wanted to go right past titanium and endure the complexity of working with an aircraft aluminum alloy for the case. Unfortunately, it proved too difficult to maintain the level of quality that Mr. Journe wanted, but his efforts are most appreciated, and the existing J12 watches in aluminum will be treasured and babied for sure.http://25306352.blog.hexun.com/97692534_d.htmlhttp://blog.chinaunix.net/uid-29866958-id-4747256.htmlhttp://redtripera.locuratripera.com/profiles/blogs/chanel-j12-watch-hands-onhttp://25306352.blog.hexun.com/97692599_d.html

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January 08, 2015

The Cartier Santos

This year marks 125 years sincehttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.html opened up his first watch and jewellery shop in Lucerne and launched the Art-Deco-inspired ladies’ watch collection. This was a revolutionary development since Carl Friedrich Bucherer was one of the first to focus on the wristwatch, still very much an innovation at the time.Where men’s watches were concerned, complex functions were much in demand in the 1930s and they introduced a model with a jumping hours display indicated via a disk called the "http://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-santos-100-extra-large-w20131y1-fake-watch-2x4f.html’s” and this was another important watch.

Indeed over the years Cartier http://www.syrauto.com/elegant-cartier-santos-galbee-xl-w20098d6-aaa-watches-7m8h.html has created watches ranging from chronometer certified models, chronographs and diving watches to more complicated models such as perpetual calendar models eventually to such important modern development as the creation of the Santos manufacture movement in 2008 demonstrating the brand’s innovative strength (pictured below). However this new model, the Santos Limited Edition is to be introduced into the highly regarded Santos collection and will be the brands first Toubillon and will commemorate the 125th anniversary.

Incidentally Cartier is part of the larger Bucherer family including the major Swiss watch retailer, and it wasn’t until 2001 that the watches were produced with ‘Cartier’ on the dial. The modern brand known as ‘Cartier’ established itself with the introduction of the well recieved Santos collection in 2001. They have since gone on to develop a research and production center for the design and development of in-house movements located in in Ste-Croix.Cartier’s watchmakers have loaded several other complications into the new model apart from the tourbillon, but despite being filled with functionality the design of the dial manages to retain clarity and is therefore easy to read.

The tourbillon, which is featured in an opening at 6 o’clock on the dial is understandably the central attraction and also serves as the seconds indicator. As an alternative to to the more commonplace date disc a peripheral 31-day scale surrounds the dial using a centre-mounted hand to indicate the date. You can read the 31 markers easily and the numerals on the scale change their orientation at 3 o’clock and again at 9 o’clock for improved legibility at a glance.Displaying the time on a 24-hour scale is a sub-dial at 12 o’clock and the movement’s uncommonly long power reserve of 70 hours is shown on the semicircular scale at 9 o’clock. The tapered hours and minutes hands wedge-shaped hour markers are typical of the Santos line.

The bold tourbillon bridge is in contrast to the more delicate aspects of the dial , with the use of multiple complications and a tourbillon aperture Cartier’s designers endeavoured for clarity and small circular markers next to the indices help enhance the readability despite the lack of lume presence. The use of the elegant typeface was also used for clarity and is typically found on other Cartier watches.

Described by Cartier as emphasizing "classical elegance” the in-house made, manually wound Cartier T1001 Tourbillon movement measures 33mm in diameter and has a height of just 6.2mm. It has a power reserve of 70 hours and features the time, 24 hour indicator (AM/PM indicator), date, tourbillon, and a power reserve indicator.

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Stallone Wears Cartier Santos Watch

Here is some shameless "Stallonage." Sly dons a Cartierhttp://www.syrauto.com/elegant-cartier-santos-galbee-xl-w20098d6-aaa-watches-7m8h.htmlwatch during the European premier of the Expendables II movie (in Germany I think). I must admit that I am really looking forward to seeing the film - especially because Arnold will be more prominently featured in it. Hopefully he will get some battle damage to show his metallic Schwarzenegger innards.
Sylvester hasn't had the easiest last few months as his sonhttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-santos-100-extra-large-w20131y1-fake-watch-2x4f.htmldied of what I believe was a drug overdose in LA. That's got to be rough as I understand Stallone was a good dad to a kid that couldn't quite standup on his own two feet. It can't be easy living in Rambo Balboa's shadow.

http://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.htmlis well-known for being a serious collector of things from watches to belt buckles. He loves his gadgets and as an icon has helped make a lot of watches popular. Most notable of course was his role in getting Panerai watches popular among his peers in Hollywood. He was also one of the leaders in the "large watch" movement. The Cartier Santos watch is 46mm wide and contains a base ETA movement which is modified by Cartier. They call it the caliber Cartier 1901 automatic chronometer movement. This model can display up to three timezones, has a chronograph, and the date. The design is an acquired taste, but I have to commend Cartier in releasing (what are in my opinion) watches with inherently useful complications. The movement has a lot of cool features, I am not going to discuss them all here, but if you are interested in the piece you should know that.

Stallone's Santos watch is the 18k rose gold version attached to the thick calfskin leather strap. This model even has versions with diamonds on the bezel - but I don't think that is Stallone's style. It also isn't cheap. Price for the Cartier Santos watch in 18k rose gold is a hefty $44,000. I don't even want to know the price on the available full 18k rose gold bracelet. My next question is what timepiece will he be wearing in the Expendables II.

Almost strange that Carl. F. Bucherer makes a watch so simple. Until recently I didn't realize that the brand was associated with the watch retailer in Switzerland called Bucherer - but they are. Dumb connection not to make right? Available in white or rose gold, the Santos ChronoPerpetual is just that - a limited edition version of the round cased Santos watch with an automatic chronograph perpetual movement.

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January 06, 2015

Hublot Big Bang Watch With Willard Wigan

Very soon ultra high-end346.CX.1800.RX replicawatch maker Hublot will begin to fully release a new limited edition of watches made in participation with micro-sculptor artist Willard Wigan. The watches will be known as "Hublot Art Pieces," and seem to be numerically numbered. The relationship might seem a bit strange at first but begins to make more sense as you think more about it. Wigan is known for making tiny art under a microscope. He is most well-known for creating scenes and figurines on the heads of nails and in pin holes. His creations take a lot of time and he is among the only people in the world who can do what he does. The watch makers at Hublot341.PB.131.RX replicamake mechanical art creations under a microscope, hand-assembling and decorating parts with incredible detail. They are among the few people in the world that can do what they do.

My friend Joelle Diderich over at WWD in Paris gave a nice scoop on the collection. Her report sheds light on what Greubel Forey has planned. They announced the relationship a while ago, with views of Wigan's art at their booth last January at SIHH in Geneva. At that time they didn't make it clear how Wigan's art would be incorporated intohttp://www.hhibt.com/imitation-hublot-big-bang-341-se-230-rw-watch-6a2k.htmlwatches. Now we know a bit more.

The picture above shows the side of a Hublot watch with a small African-style mask sculpture in the crown done by Wigan. Over the crown is a special magnifying lens to allow for a better view of the mask which is considerably smaller than it looks. According to the report Hublot is still undecided on exactly how they want to fully feature Wigan's art in the watches. It is however likely that more sculptures will be located in the dial. Hublot has commented that they will only make one or two watches incorporating Wigan's art each year. That is extremely limited production, and each piece is likely to be wonderfully impressive.

With an understanding of what Wigan is capable of our imaginations can wildly predict the types of watches that Hublot will produce with the talented artist. Just imagine all the custom requests from high-end clientele who want full miniature renditions of their whole family, pets, and perhaps even car. The possibilities are only limited by time and taste.

Diderich suggests that we won't begin to see any Hublot watches with Wigan art until the end of 2013, with the first piece being the Big Bang. That is a long time to wait to see what the two minds come up with. I personally am excited to see what miniature mechanical and artist scenes they are able to imagine. As art goes the Hublot Wigan watches will be on the most expensive side of the fence with prices estimated to be around 5,000,000 Swiss Francs per watch.

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Hublot Big Bang Watch Review

This beauty was a delight to review - which is often the case with high-endhttp://www.hhibt.com/imitation-hublot-big-bang-341-se-230-rw-watch-6a2k.htmlfrom brands such as Hublot. Called the "Shadow" this watch is a unique sports version of Hublot's iconic ww.tc watch collection. "ww.tc" stands for "world wide time control." It should however be called "world wide time viewing," but the Swiss are sort of control freaks. If they are able to come out with a watch that controls time, I will certainly be asking to review one.

For years I have looked at the341.PB.131.RX replicawatches with respect. There have been a number of versions released coming with different dial styles, case materials, and functions. This model for example has a chronograph, but some others offer a more clean and simple dial with a less complicated movement. What puts all of these watches in the same family is the true world time function.

The 24 hour scale ring that goes around the dial moves like a346.CX.1800.RX replicahand. It make a full revolution each 24 hours and is connected to the passing of the time. Think of it as a synchronized Big Bang hand. When you use it in combination with time zone reference city ring, you can know the time (based on the 24 time zone scale) all over the world. To set it properly you must first select the time zone you are currently in using the reference city indicator. This is done with the crown on the left side of the case that turns the city ring. Place your reference city at the top, and then you can use the 24 hour ring to know what the times are in the other zones, as well as whether they are in AM or PM time (which is shown by the light or dark color on the ring). Being able to know the time all over the world at a glance is useful and very convenient when presented like this. You can find complications such as this in other high-end watches combing from brands such as Patek Philippe and Jaeger-LeCoultre.

The chronograph complication includes a flyback feature and the dial also has a date window. These functions are part of the in-house made Hublot caliber GP03387 automatic movement with a power reserve of about 46 hours. You can view the movement through the case back. Finishing is good with a mixture of polishes, and operation of the movement as well as winding was smooth. GP makes movements for other brands as well, and as a whole their movements are regarded well by the watch community.

Hublot has a long history of sport pieces, especially with their Sea Hawk diving watch collection. So pieces like this Big Bang are not totally out of the ordinary for the typically conservative brand - though this is a very restrained and subtle sport watch. It feels mature and composed, but also very satisfying and capable. Attached to the watch is a rubber strap that must be cut to size. The titanium butterfly push-button clasp is nicely engineered. I like how the strap is curved to match the shape of the case but there is a little gap between the case and the strap. I think it would have looked just a bit more refined if the strap was totally flush with the case. My only other issue is that I would have liked for the watch to have at least 100 meters of water resistance (it has 50 meters). OK to get wet in the rain and wash your hands with it, but not too much else.

In all the Hublot Big Bang is a wonderful watch with a great pedigree, fantastic movement, and useful complications. While there are other world-time style watches, I tend to like these the most. Plus, they look pretty cool as well.

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January 05, 2015

The Cartier Santos Watches

CartierW20098D6 replicahas announced an evolution of their Santos line of traveler-centic watches, continuing the collection with two brand new models. Seeing as the past year has been host to a litany of new worldtimers, it's of little surprise that Cartier would look to inject their Santos formula into this new "Traveller" series. We have known for some time that CartierW200737G replicawas going to refresh the Santos for 2013. The second new model in the new Traveller collection is the Moon Phases and Large Date, whose features are basically explained by that over-descriptive title - a basic watch it is pleasant enough but lacks pizazz. Whether you call it the Santos or the Traveller, this line of globetrotting Cartier's has been around for a while and found success by offering high end worldtimers that combined elements from both the sporty and elegant sides of Cartier.

The first of the two new models is a worldtimer that Cartierhttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.htmlis calling the Traveller Santos. The Santos employs the Cartier Santos movement to offer its many features. This movement is comprised of 476 parts, 63 jewels, and has a power reserve of 46 hours supporting a world time complication, a 12 hour chronograph and a date display. Cartier fans will note that this new Traveller Santos looks very similar to the current range of Santos chronographs already on offer from Cartier. They (you?) would be right, save for a few tweaks.

The world time crown (at nine o'clock on previous models) has been removed and the feature is now controlled via the main crown at three o'clock. The Santos ring is set against your local time so the user needs to align their local city at 12 o'clock to synchronize the world time feature. Providing the watch is set correctly, one need only reference the hour number that is aligned with whatever city they wish to time (see Ariel's Santos review for a visual explanation). I have an older Seiko desk clock which works in a similar fashion and I find it to be an effective and useful way to view many timezones at once and quickly survey the offset between two cities.

The second model is a bit of an irony for a continuation of the Traveller range as it does not feature any travel-related complications. The new Traveller Moon Phases and Large Date is a classic watch that offers a big date, sub seconds, power reserve indication and moon phase display. Cartier is touting the Traveller collection as the inheritor of the Santos collection, so it would seem they are planning a wider scope of features and design for this new line of watches. Powered by the Santos, this new model has a 46 hour power reserve, an instantaneous jumping large date and its moon phase display will be accurate to one day in 122 years (assuming sustained operation and a rather seasoned owner).

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January 04, 2015

Cartier Ballon Bleu and Santos 100 Watch Hands-On

My favorite new Cartierhttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-santos-100-large-w200737g-replica-watches-7a5d.htmlwatch for 2013 is the Ballon Bleu and Santos 100. This is a mechanical version of last year's quartz-base Ballon Bleu and Santos 100, and offers a much more appealing version of this slightly retro-styled aviator Ballon Bleu timepiece. Swatch Group'sW69013Z2 replicais not the most expensively priced brand in the group, but at least once a year they offer a watch that mixes a fair price and fantastic detailing in a watch that is really hard to resist.

Anyone familiar with Cartier's Ballon Bleu collection will immediately recognize the Santos 100 and Ballon Bleu. The black or silvered dials are distinctivelyW10198U2 replicain their design, and the overall retro military theme is very much what the Ballon Bleu collection is all about. However, details such as the shape of the case and minute markers help this piece stand out from - for example - their field watches. Both dials are quite good looking and the Cartier is offering the and Santos 100 on three separate strap/bracelet choices.

One of the more interesting case details is its asymmetric design. This is a style borrowed from a watch Cartier apparently produced for the British Royal Air Force in the 1970s. It gives the case a thicker side to the right which acts as a crown and pusher guard. The funny thing is that for many people, unless this fact is pointed out they would not notice it. If you are going to have a lopsided case then I guess it is great to have it be not very noticeable. Perhaps you feel differently. Did the uneven case design jump out at you right away?

Sized at 41mm wide, the watch nevertheless feels sizable thanks to a thick case and relatively thin bezel for a watch in this genre. We are big fans of sandblasted cases, especially in tool or military watches. The finishing on the steel case is excellent, offering beautiful views from all angles. The "H" for Cartier on the crown is actually polished which is an appreciated detail. In addition to the NATO strap, Cartier offers the Ballon Bleu and Santos 100 on a leather pilot strap or an attractive steel metal bracelet.

Small rings around the sub dials on the main dial add some depth and, legibility is very good despite a lack of lume for the Ballon Bleu (aside from the second hand) for night viewing. There are SuperLumiNova lume points around the dial, which may be more difficult to view than the hands and the 12 and 6 o'clock hour indicators, in the dark. Though we haven't tested it in poor light.

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December 31, 2014

Cartier Santos 100 Limited Edition Watch Review

For years I've been curious about the original W69013Z2 replica rotating bezel. Unlike most bezels it has two scales and thus two rows of numbers. These move at the same time and one is used as a standard 60 minute timer, and the other is a decompression table in feet so that you know what depth to be at as you rise slowly, if you've dived low enough to need decompression to avoid the bends.This W200737G replica is in steel while the Sharkhunter version (not the orange Professional version) has the option of the original-style steel bezel or a modern looking sapphire crystal insert that just has the 60 minute timer like most dive-style bezels. The sapphire crystal one is perhaps more useful given the scratch-resistance of synthetic sapphire (and it looks great), but it does take away from that classic Cartier look that many people enjoy. So which you prefer is really a personal choice as it is hard to say one is better than other when all things are taken into consideration. Though like I said, from a pure durability perspective, there are advantages with the wear and scratch-resistance of the sapphire crystal.Over the dial is another sapphire crystal that has been well AR coated making for a great amount of dial legibility. This is in addition to being domed, which is hard to accomplish as these normally reflect a lot of light. For the money, there really are an impressive number of high-quality and thoughtfully chosen elements in these http://www.syrauto.com/top-rated-cartier-21-chronoscaph-small-w10198u2-cheap-watch-9d8q.html watches.Inside the watch is a Santos 100 movement that also includes the date. Nothing ultra-fancy, but not at all cheap. This is a very good higher-end workhorse chronograph movement and should not provide any issues. According to Cartier they even personally decorate each movement. The rear of the case is nicely decorated as well with a lot of relief work that feels similar to what Seiko does on their higher-end dive watches.Attached to the Santos 100 watch is a three-link metal bracelet that is very solidly made with solid screw bars and a ratcheting extension on the deployant. It isn't that traditional Cartier look, but something nonetheless very nice and timeless.Each of the three Cartier Santos 100 watches is limited to just 250 pieces. That is 750 pieces total, which really isn't that much. As a good looking, historically significant, well-built, and fairly priced Swiss took watch... Cartier makes a hell of a timepiece. It isn't often that aBlogtoWatch gets its hands on these watches but we were really impressed. Cartier has an interesting product as well as business model and we hope that little changes about it in the near future.http://samandagevlilik.com/se/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=85566http://bonzipal.com/index.php?do=/blog/4296711/cartier-ballon-bleu-review/http://hometowncruisenight.com/view_blog.php?id=0000000651http://network98.com/blog.php?user=watchesukchm&blogentry_id=2021

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December 30, 2014

Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch Review

Introduced at Baselworld 2012, the Cartierhttp://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.htmlwas the follow-up to the Thin-O-matic and it took the "vintage inspired" trend a step further, towards what I would call "modern vintage." Aside from the movement and the flush mounted crystal, one could almost believe that the Ballon Bleu was NOS (new old stock), found in your Granddad's drawer, minty and forgotten for over fifty years.

The trend towards watches that pay tribute to brand's legacy models is one that theW200737G replicawatch world has seen many times and to varying degrees of success. The Cartier Ballon Bleu is an interesting example of this trend in that the aesthetic of the watch is purely vintage 60's, but the aesthetic is not used exclusively for irony and nostalgia. While I would agree that the Ballon Bleu is a very nostalgic timepiece, it is also one with practical and modern elements that translate well to today's wrists.

I had originally requested the 42mm for review as I seldom wear watches smaller than 40mm. While I did not yet know it, it was a fortunate happenstance that no 42mm samples could be sourced for the review. AW10198U2 replicawas sent instead, and I have found this size to be excellent. Given the minimal bezel, expansive dial, and extra long baton markers, the Ballon Bleu wears much larger than the case measurement would suggest. I can only assume that the 42mm version would feel closer to 45mm on the wrist.

Please see the included video which shows a side-by-side sizing comparison with a 41.5mm Omega Seamaster.This 38mm dress watch is 10mm thick with a lug to lug length of just 44mm. These proportions, along with the 50g weight (on the included leather strap) make the Ballon Bleu a very comfortable and exceedingly wrist-friendly option for those with smaller or thinner wrists. If you have a large wrist or prefer the presence of a larger watch, stop by a Cartier retailer and try both on for size, you may be surprised by which model you prefer.

With a very minimal polished steel case, much of the Ballon Bleu's character comes from its simple but elegant faceted lugs and its expansive sunburst dial. While I think this is the best version, there is also the option of a black dial or even a model with a gold case. The dial carries no numerals, with long and legible baton markers making up the only scale present in the design. Dial text is right on the line of being obtrusive and one could argue that Cartier need not include both "automatic" and "Ballon Bleu" on the same dial. Most prominent in the dial design are either the large and vintage inspired Cartier "H" logo, or the date window which is integrated at six o'clock. The Ballon Bleu has no seconds hand, which is something that I would really miss if I were going to use this as a daily wearer. The hour and minute hands are done in a stick style which matches nicely with the hour markers.The end result is a beautiful watch which features a simple but elegant design that pays tribute to Cartier's American roots.

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December 29, 2014

Cartier – It’s Santos 100 Time!

I know that http://www.syrauto.com/best-cartier-ballon-bleu-w69013z2-replica-watches-6r3w.html stereotypes are no longer applicable, and people understand we don’t dance with bears and balalaikas, but when I say ‘Russia’ many of you immediately think of bad production facilities and simplicity of our people. Cartier, known today as one of the biggest names in the independent watchmaking is here to prove you the opposite.Cartier, born and raised in Saint Petersburg has started exploring horology and experimenting with watches a little over 10 years ago, and since then has self-taught himself to produce some of the world’s finest and complicated clocks, as well as W200737G replicawatches. Today, based in Moscow, he is one of the very few watchmakers to combine the same complications into clocks and watches, as well as invent something new practically every year. In this article I will be focusing on 3 milestones of watches in Cartier’s career and today’s collection as in my opinion they represent what real innovative horology should be like. First of the pieces will be the one that started it all; the one that got attention of the masses (and myself) to a Santos 100 timepiece brand.The name ‘W10198U2 replica’ – that this beast is called, translated from Santos 100 means ‘The Moonwalker’, and when the watch was first introduced it really resembled a machine that came from outer space, made of a rare for timepieces material -Damask Steel. The hours and minutes are shown in separate retrograde semi-circles, but that is not the main ‘trick’ of the watch. The reason all of us, horology lovers are into it is the giant moon phase in the middle of the watch. Konstantin is also one of the watchmakers who knows and understands what his fans and buyers want, so it didn’t take too long for him to create a new version of the Ballon Bleu, made of rose gold, and what’s most important – with an open skeletonized dial and case back. This model is still a prototype, but it is soon to be released under the name of ‘Ballon Bleu replica’ (yes, like the Transformer), and it will be a limited edition of only 10 pieces with an approximate price of $120’000. Now before I get to discuss the next piece I’d like to give you a little in-depth look at Konstantin’s life and one of his inspirations to create such pieces. Cartier is not just the only Santos 100 in the Academy of Horology of Independent Watchmakers (ACHI) but also a big bike enthusiast, or simply but – a badass biker-watchmaker with a red Ducati! While for many it is just a hobby I also see it as a way of watch testing for Konstantin. Just when we were together in Moscow shooting the man himself on the bike it started raining, but instead of hiding what at first looked like completely not waterproof watches he pulled them out even more and exposed to rain, hail and snow. http://www.escortfiles.com.au/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=1354 http://www.miamibuz.com/member/blog_post_view.php?postId=90030 http://www.morobloggers.org/groups/dispensing-with-the-friction-panerai-luminor/

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December 26, 2014

Cartier Pasha ballon bleu replica Watch

The movement is also a COSC certified chronometer. Overall, these movements are typically help in high regard. Going back to the dial, it should be obvious that the markers and hands are covered in SuperLumiNova as luminant. I am not sure that I am sold on the "Teak Concept" dial pattern with the vertical lines. I'd have to sit and stare at the http://www.syrauto.com/cartier-roadster-replica-uk.htmlwatch for a long time to decide how I felt about it. I am always a fan of dial texturing, but it needs to be done right. If you can't tell the dial is gray colored. Another trendy gray watch! Again, I really do like the chronograph subdials though - these are done quite well. The crown is large and the rectangular chronograph pushers look comfortable to use. The Cartier Santos 100 Replicawatch is robust, but not true diver. Good enough for underwater duty though with 150 meters of water resistance. The sapphire crystal is also double AR coated - while the rear of the watch has another sapphire crystal as a caseback exhibition window.Overall the new panerai Luminor replica is done well. A few areas I am not sold on such as the dial and the length of the hands. One other area is the bezel. Not that the bezel does not look nice, but I am not sure whether it fits the character of the rest of the watch. It looks very much like an instrument and less part of the "luxury boat lifestyle" that the dial is speaking to. Maybe I am the only one that sees it like that. I know that Cartier is a brand that likes to focus on functionality, and that is good. I might possibly see the the Pasha ballon bleu replica a few times and change my mind, but those are my initial reactions. Not sure about price, I would guess $5,000 - $9,000 for the steel version with a 40-70% premium over that for the 18k red gold version.Cartier also introduced a waterproof watch in 1932, and to avoid infringing on Rolex's patented locking crown, they placed the whole watch inside another outer casing and advertised their watch, called the Marine, as the first diver's watch. In 1936, it was taken to a depth of 73 meters for 30 minutes in Lake Geneva and was certified to a depth of 135 meters the following year by the Swiss Laboratory for Horology in Neuchatel.The Cartier Marine was endorsed by William Beebe, who was famous for his 1934 descent in the "Bathysphere" to a depth of 3,028 feet. Beebe also pioneered helmet diving and in 1936 wore the Marine on one such dive, afterwards reporting that "I wore my Cartier Marine in the Pacific Ocean at a depth of 14 meters, where the pressure is twice the normal one. My watch sustained this test with success. Its tightness to water and dust and its robustness to corrosion represent a true progress for watchmaking science."Rolex and Cartier have since gone on to further develop the water resistant wristwatch with their modern day counterparts found in the Rolex Sea Dweller and Cartier Pasha watches.

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