TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition

August 11, 2022August 11, 2022 MasterHorologer

Created in partnership with Porsche, the new TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition is a luxury smartwatch inspired by the design of the iconic all-electric Porsche Taycan. It comes with exclusive Wear OS features for Porsche owners where information from their car is displayed directly on the watch face.

The watch follows the launch of the TAG Heuer x Porsche Carrera Chronograph, which celebrated the two companies’ rich history of motor racing heritage and the launch of a global partnership in 2021.

Since 2015, TAG Heuer has been producing luxury smart watches. The new Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition offers Porsche owners and fans access to TAG Heuer’s ever-growing ecosystem of exclusive sports, wellness apps and elegant watch faces.

Both the physical watch and the software have design features in the same shade of frozen blue used in the iconic electric Taycan, which evokes the car’s exterior. Wearers of the TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition will have access to an exclusive watch face, available only to owners of the special Porsche smartwatch.

Inspired by printed circuit boards and racing circuits, the watch face offers an animated visual effect which connects TAG Heuer watches and Porsche cars with a feeling of technology and speed.

The watch also offers complications which display information from compatible Porsche models directly on the watch face, such as car battery percentage and total mileage.

The watch’s design evokes Porsche’s blue Taycan, with a large 45-mm case in black titanium, highlighted with details in the distinctive frozen blue metallic shade seen on the car.

The case is sandblasted black titanium. The black ceramic polished bezel has a dedicated scale going from zero to 400, referencing the Porsche car’s speed, which can be used to read functions relating to the car or to display metrics like heart rate.

The black steel crown surrounded with black rubber is highlighted with the TAG Heuer shield in frozen blue lacquer, and the pushers also carry the same iconic blue shade. At the bottom of the bezel, the word Porsche is highlighted in frozen blue, as is the ‘100’ at the top.

The watch’s titanium case back is engraved with ‘TAG Heuer x Porsche’ around the LED heart rate sensor used for the watch’s fitness features.

The watch’s strap is built to evoke the iconic design used in the interior of the Porsche cars. Designed in carbon-like black calf skin with blue stitching, it echoes the leather finishing inside the car in both color and structure.

The watch’s strap has a rubber base for a comfortable and sporty wear. As with all TAG Heuer Connected watches, the strap is interchangeable, with a spare black rubber version inside the box.

The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition also has a cutting-edge range of fitness features, including guided workouts built into the TAG Heuer Sport app on the watch.

The watch shows off technical improvements across the board compared to the previous generations of TAG Heuer Connected watches, with a brighter screen, better contrast, and a battery life 30% longer than previous models.

Transferring data from and to the watch via a paired iOS or Android app is also faster, thanks to Bluetooth 5.0.

The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition watch is part of the new generation TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 offering a blend of elegance and performance.

The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition has a 45-mm diameter case with a ceramic bezel. The crown has a large diameter, and stands out from the watch, so there’s lots of room for a finger to access the crown, making it easy to navigate apps on the go.

The pushers have a mechanical feel, highlighting TAG Heuer’s 162 years of heritage in making high-end watches.

Running a customized version of Google’s Wear OS system, the watch offers a range of exclusive timers and sport and wellness apps which highlight TAG Heuer’s expertise in sports timing, including motorsports.

The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition watch comes with an exclusive watch face, ‘Circuit’, only available to owners of the watch.

The new ‘Circuit’ watch face is highlighted in frozen blue, with a design inspired both by electrical circuitry (in a nod to both the electric Taycan and the TAG Heuer Connected watch itself) and to racing circuits.

Three chronograph-style complications can be used to display information from the watch directly on screen, such as step counter and heart rate, or information drawn directly from compatible Porsche models.

Compatible models include the Panamera (G2 II models from 2022 onwards), Panamera (G2), 911 (992 models from 2022 onwards), 911, Cayenne (E3 models from 2022 onwards), Cayenne (E2 II), 718, Macan II/III, Macan, Taycan.

Users of the watch who own a compatible Porsche model (listed above) will be able to connect their watch to their car, and see information displayed in ‘complications’ on the watch face.

To do this, users simply connect their watch to the car using the exclusive Wear OS My Porsche app on their watch.

There are four complications available at launch. The first shows how much is left in the car’s battery, and works with both all-electric Porsche model and plug-in hybrids.

The second shows off ‘car autonomy’ information, displaying how many kilometers remain before the car’s battery or gas runs out. The third is a shortcut to the Wear OS My Porsche app which enables users to quickly control their vehicle heating and air conditioning.

The last complication shows the total mileage driven in the car. To activate these features, users need to have Porsche ID, Porsche Connect subscription and the My Porsche app on the watch and phone.

Technical details

Model: TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition
Reference SBR8A82.EB0264

Generation
Calibre E4
Mod Connect 45 mmc

Hardware
Battery: 430mAh all-day battery
Battery life:
1 Full Day (1h30 Running, 2h Walking, including Wellness),
1 Full Day (5h Golfing, including Wellness)
Charging time: 100% in 1h30 at temperatures between 15° and 45°C
Sensors: heart rate, compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, NFC, microphone, barometer
Processor: Qualcomm® Snapdragon WearTM
Connectivity: BT 5.0, Wifi
GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, Galileo
Display: OLED display 1.39’’ 454×454 pixels (326ppi)

Operating System
Wear2 by Google
WATCH EXPERIENCE (Custom built TAG Heuer apps)
Watch faces
Sports Watch App: Running, Cycling, Swimming, Fitness, and Golf Wellness
Other TAG Heuer branded micro apps: Stopwatch, Timer, Alarm Dedicated Porsche watch face and custom UI of existing features :
– System UI (accents colors call to actions, links, buttons, etc.)
– Charging clock

Case
45 mm diameter
Black DLC titanium grade 2 sandblasted case
Black polished ceramic with frozen blue and grey lacquer details
Flat sapphire crystal
Black steel and rubber crown at 3 o’clock
Blue, black DLC steel shaped push button at 2 o’clock
Blue, black DLC steel shaped push button at 4 o’clock
Black DLC titanium grade 2 caseback
Water resistance: 50 meters

Bracelet
Strap: carbon-like black calf skin, black rubber base strap
Black DLC titanium grade 2 folding clasp with double safety push-buttons

Availability
From September 2022

Oris Divers Sixty-Five Cotton Candy

August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 MasterHorologer

Inspired by the success of last year’s Divers Sixty-Five Cotton Candy series, Oris presents three new additions to these unisex watches with brightly coloured dials.

The new Oris Divers Sixty-Five Cotton Candy features 38mm diameter case made of bronze. The unidirectional diving bezel and screw-in crown are also in bronze. The case back is in stainless steel.

Three dial color variants are available. Each of them is fitted on a recycled Perlon straps in colours to match the sky blue, wild green and lipstick pink dials to the collection.

Each model from the Oris Divers Sixty-Five Cotton Candy collection is powered by an automatic Swiss Made mechanical movement with 38 hour power reserve.

They also have domed sapphire crystals, are water-resistant to 10 bar (100 metres) and have hands and applied indices filled with bright Super-LumiNova®.

The suggested retail price is CHF 2’400.

Technical details

Model: Oris Divers Sixty-Five ‘Cotton Candy’

Reference numbers
01 733 7771 3155-07 3 19 02BR: Sky blue dial
01 733 7771 3157-07 3 19 03BR: Wild green dial
01 733 7771 3158-07 3 19 04BR: Lipstick pink dial

Case
Multi-piece bronze case
Uni-directional rotating bezel with bronze inlay and minute scale in relief
Size: 38.00 mm, 1.496 inches
Top glass: Sapphire, domed on both sides, anti-reflective coating inside
Case back: Stainless steel, special engravings, screwed
Operating devices: Bronze screw-in security crown
Water resistance: 10 bar (100 m)
Interhorn width: 19 mm

Movement
Calibre Oris 733
Dimensions: 25.60 mm, 11.5 inches
Winding: Automatic
Power reserve: 38 hours
Vibrations: 4 Hz (28’800 A/h)
Jewels: 26

Functions
Centre hands for hours, minutes and seconds, date window, instantaneous date, date corrector, fine-timing device and stop-second

Dial
Sky blue, wild green or lipstick pink
Indices and hands with Super-LumiNova®
Indices: Applied

Bracelet
Recycled Perlon strap

Availability
August 2022

Retail price
CHF 2’400

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph 1969 Re-Interpretation

August 9, 2022August 9, 2022 MasterHorologer

Introduced in 1969, Seiko Speedtimer was one of the world’s first automatic chronographs. It was equipped with the Seiko Caliber 6139, the first automatic chronograph movement to incorporate both a column wheel and a vertical clutch.

The new Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph 1969 Re-Interpretation pays tribute to the historic timepiece.

Inspired by the iconic Seiko 5 Speedtimer 1969 chronograph, the new Re Interpretation ensures highly precise elapsed time measurement. It comes with a blue dial with vertical hairline finish.

The white sub-dials and outer dial ring markers provide contrast against the blue dial. The chronograph hands are in red color.

The chronograph second hand is gently curved down towards the dial so that the tip of the hand is as close as possible to the dial’s markers and extends right to the tachymeter markings at the dial edge. The minute and hour hands as well as the edge of the indexes are generously coated with Lumibrite. The chronograph pushers with a wide and flat upper surface facilitate secure and accurate operability.

This new Speedtimer is powered by Caliber 8R46, which incorporates both vertical clutch and column wheel mechanisms, just like the 1969 original. The vertical clutch eliminates any shuddering or jumping of the hands and so enhances the measurement accuracy while the column wheel ensures the precise control of the chronograph operation. This 45 hours self-winding movement provides a power reserve of 45 hours.

Thanks to Seiko’s unique three-pointed hammer, when the re-set pusher is depressed, the hands return to zero instantly and in perfect synchronization.

The Seiko Speedtimer Chronograph reference SRQ043 has a 42.5mm stainless steel case with a dual-curved sapphire crystal and exhibition case-back. The watch is fitted on a specially designed stainless steel bracelet that offers excellent stability and a high level of comfort on the wrist. Both the case and bracelet are super-hard coated. The brand is also offering an additional leather strap for this timepiece.

A new addition to the Prospex collection, the new Speedtimer chronograph will be available from September 2022 at the Seiko Boutiques and selected retail partners worldwide.

Technical details

Model: Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph 1969 Re-Interpretation
Reference SRQ043

Movement
Caliber 8R46, Automatic Chronograph
Column wheel and vertical clutch systems
Vibrations: 28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)
Power reserve: 45 hours
Jewels: 34
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m

Case
Stainless steel case with super-hard coating
Dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface
Diameter: 42.5mm
Thickness: 15.1mm
See-through screw case back
Water resistance: 10 bar

Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet with super-hard coating
Three-fold clasp with push button release
Additional calf strap

Approximate recommended retail price
EU: €3,200/ UK: £2,740

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Yellow Rolesor 116503 Series

August 1, 2022 MasterHorologer

The Rolex Daytona Yellow Rolesor 116503 was launched in 2016 as an evolution of Reference 116523.

In 2016, Rolex launched 10 models of reference 116503 Yellow Rolesor Cosmograph Daytona. All of them feature 40mm diameter Oystersteel case with yellow gold bezel, crown and chronograph push-buttons. Depending upon the version, the dial comes with diamond-set or lumed hour markers.

**Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Reference 116503-0004**

The tachymeter bezel in 18K yellow gold has black scale and digits. The middle links of the Oyster type bracelet are in 18K yellow gold while the outer-links in Oyster steel.

All references from the Daytona Yellow Rolesor 116503 family are powered by the in-house developed Rolex Calibre 4130.

The Rolex 116503 Daytona series launched in 2016 included white, grey, champagne, mother of pearl and dark-blue dial versions.

(1) Reference 116503-0001: White dial with yellow gold hands; Applied hour-markers with Chromalight; White sub-dials with yellow gold outer track with black details; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Yellow Rolesor Reference 116503-0002 — **Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Reference 116503-0002**

(2) Reference 116503-0002: Grey dial with yellow gold hands; Applied hour-markers with Chromalight; Grey sub-dials with yellow gold outer track with black details; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight.

(3) Reference 116503-0003: Champagne color dial with yellow gold hands; Applied hour-markers with Chromalight; Champagne color sub-dials with yellow gold outer track with black details; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight.

(4) Reference 116503-0004: Black dial with yellow gold hands; Applied hour-markers with Chromalight; Black sub-dials with gold details; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight.

(5) Reference 116503-0005: White dial with diamond-set hour-markers and yellow gold hands; White sub-dials with yellow gold outer track with black details; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight.

(6) Reference 116503-0006: Champagne-colour dial with diamond-set hour-markers and yellow gold hands; Yellow gold sub-dials with yellow gold hands and black details; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Yellow Rolesor Reference 116503-0006 — **Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Reference 116503-0006**

(7) Reference 116503-0007: White Mother of pearl dial with diamond-set hour-markers and yellow gold hands, Hour and minute hands with Chromalight.

(8) Reference 116503-0008: Black dial with diamond-set hour-markers and yellow gold hands, Hour and minute hands with Chromalight; Black sub-dials with gold hands, inner-ring and outer ring.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Yellow Rolesor Reference 116503-0008 — **Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Reference 116503-0008**

(9) Reference 116503-0009: Brown Mother of pearl dial with diamond-set hour-markers and yellow gold hands; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight; Yellow gold sub-dials with yellow gold hands.

(10) Reference 116503-0010: Dark blue dial with yellow gold Arabic numeral hour-markers; Yellow gold hour, minute and seconds hands; Hour and minute hands with Chromalight; Dark blue sub-dials with red hands, red inner-ring and yellow gold outer ring.

In 2021, Rolex added a new Daytona Yellow Rolesor watch with a black dial and diamond-set hour markers (reference 116503-0011).

Among the 10 references introduced in 2016, seven were discontinued. In addition to the newly released ref. 116503-0011, the other Yellow Rolesor Daytona models currently produced by Rolex are 116503-0001, 116503-0003 and 116503-0004.

Note: Data as on 01 August 2022

Kurono Calendrier ‘Type I’

July 30, 2022 MasterHorologer

Kurono Tokyo has announced the launch of Calendrier ‘Type I’, a new complete calendar watch designed by renowned Japanese watchmaker Hajime Asaoka.

This new automatic timepiece features a high-polished coin edge bezel and an Art Deco style khaki dial.

The cylinder dial is designed to curve from the center to the outer edge of the dial, and two dial layers are pressed together to create a three-dimensional effect. The numerals in Blackletter font are printed in a raised format to harmonize with this design.

The combination of high-polish leaf hands for the hour and minute hands with modern hands is a typical Kurono design. The hour and minute hands are curved at both ends, and are paired with a counterweighted second hand. The tips of the second and minute hands are bent by hand.

The other highlights include the railway-track minute markers at the periphery and two guilloche sub-dials with polished leaf hands.

The Kurono Calendrier ‘Type I’ watch is equipped with the Miyota 9122 automatic movement made in Japan. This 26 jewel calibre with center seconds and full calendar offers a power reserve of 40 hours.

The watch displays the day and month via two guilloche sub-dials positioned respectably at 9 and 3 o’clock. It displays the date via an aperture at 6 o’clock.

Made of 316L stainless steel, the case is mounted with a newly designed coin-edged bezel. The case sides are mirror-finished. The case-back is finished with a circular lettering design, as seen on vintage watches.

The box-type sapphire crystal is inspired by the domed acrylic glass of a vintage watch. Designed for the Calendrier ‘Type I’, its shape is 0.15 mm higher than that of an ordinary sapphire box crystal. Water resistance of this model is 5 ATM.

The suggested retail price of this limited edition Kurono triple calendar watch is JPY 243,000 (approximately US $1,787). Available from: 11 August 2022.

Technical details

Model: Kurono Calendrier ‘Type I’

Case
316L high-polished 38mm stainless steel case
Glass: box sapphire crystal
Solid caseback
Case diameter: 38mm
Thickness: 10mm (11.5mm including sapphire)
Water resistance: 5 ATM

Dial
Color: Khaki

Movement
Japan-made Miyota 9122
Jewels: 26 rubies
Frequency: 28,800bph
Power reserve: 40 hours

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, full calendar (month, day, date)

Strap
Leather
Width: 20mm

Origin
Made in Japan

Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100

July 29, 2022 MasterHorologer

The best-selling G-SHOCK 2100 series from Casio now welcomes a full-metal variant, the GM-B2100.

GA-2100 was introduced in 2019 as a modern interpretation of the very first G-SHOCK, the DW-5000C. Thanks to its streamlined, minimalist design and the attractive octagonal bezel design, this model became a highly sought-after contemporary timepiece.

The new “CASIOAK” with metal design proudly features iconic octagonal bezel of the 2100 line. The Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100 watch employs stainless steel as the exterior material for the case, band, and bezel.

In order to ensure shock resistance, the shock-resistant structure created for the iconic shape of the full-metal GMW-B5000 was adopted for the screw-back case, band, and bezel joints of these watches as well, with buffering components made of fine resin installed between the bezel and case.

Solid and stylish, the octagonal bezel of G-SHOCK GM-B2100 was made using multiple processes: forging, then cutting and polishing.

To accentuate the beauty of the metal, the components are treated with different finishes — the bezel with a circular hairline finish on its top surface, the band with a vertical hairline finish, and the bezel bevel, buttons and case back with a mirror finish.

The dial is composed of multiple parts to create depth and dimension, while the inset dial ring at the 9 o’clock position and the index marks are treated with a vapor deposition finish.

Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100D-1AER stainless steel version with silver color — **Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100D-1AER**

Three versions are available: the GM-B2100D with stainless steel finish, the GM-B2100BD with black ion plating, and the GM-B2100GD with rose gold finish.

Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100BD-1AER Black IP version — **Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100BD-1AER**

The new Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100 watches are powered by a Tough Solar charging system that eliminates the need to regularly replace the battery.

Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100GD-5AER rose gold toned version — **Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100GD-5AER**

Just like the Casio G-SHOCK GA-B2100 model released this year, these timepieces are also equipped with Smartphone Link connectivity via Bluetooth®. This functionality offers accurate timekeeping and easy setting of alarms, countdown timer, world time and other functions from a smartphone app.

Technical details

Model: Casio G-SHOCK GM-B2100

Model Colors
GM-B2100D-1AER: Silver
GM-B2100BD-1AER: Black
GM-B2100GD-5AER: Rose Gold

Case
Material: Steel
Size of Case: 49.8×44.4×12.8mm
Construction: Shock-resistant
Water Resistance: 20 bar

Communication Specifications
Communication Standard: Bluetooth® low energy
Signal Range: Up to 2 meters (may differ depending on surrounding conditions)

World Time
38 time zones (38 cities + coordinated universal time), daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, home city/world time city swapping

Stopwatch
1/100 second (00’00”00~59’59”99) /1 second (1:00’00” ~23:59’59”); measuring capacity: 23:59’59.99″; measuring modes: elapsed time, lap/split time
Countdown Timer
Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 1 hours)

Alarm
5 daily alarms; hourly time signal

Mobile Link Feature (Wireless linking with Bluetooth® devices)
Auto time adjustment
Easy watch setting
Approximately 300 world time cities
Time & place
Reminder
Phone finder

Other Functions
Hand shift feature; date/month display swapping; day display (in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian or Russian); full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; button operation tone on/off; battery level indicator; double LED light (Super Illuminator and afterglow: 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds)

Power Source
Tough Solar power system (solar-charging system)

Continuous Operation
About 7 months after full charge, using all functions but without solar charging
About 18 months with the power-saving function ON after full charge

Total Weight
Approx. 165g

Ulysse Nardin Diver Chronograph “Great White” 44mm Limited Edition

July 28, 2022 MasterHorologer

Swiss luxury watch manufacture Ulysse Nardin has released a limited edition Diver Chronograph with an aim to support of shark conservation initiatives.

Ulysse Nardin is active in the conservation of sharks, one of the emblems of the iconic Swiss watch manufacturer. The brand also supports various global initiatives to reduce marine plastic pollution.

The brand has a remarkable tradition of making shark-themed timepieces. The very first DIVER Hammerhead shark watch was created in 2010. Ulysse Nardin launched the DIVER GREAT WHITE watch in 2018 and the DIVER BLUE SHARK model in 2019.

In 2021, the company created the DIVER LEMON SHARK timepiece with the Florida International University.

This year, Ulysse Nardin has partnered with 1% FOR THE PLANET (a global organization that supports environmental protection activities) and Shark Trust, the renowned shark conservation charity based in UK. To support the extraordinary activities of these organizations, the Swiss watch manufacture has released the limited edition Diver Chronograph Great White.

Water resistant to 300 meters, the new Ulysse Nardin Diver 44mm chronograph has a sandblasted and satin-finish titanium case. It is mounted with a white, unidirectional, rotating, rubberized bezel. The Great White shark is stamped on the case back. The concave bezel with a domed sapphire glass creates a sleek look.

This diving timepiece is equipped with the Caliber UN -150 self-winding chronograph movement featuring Silicium Escapement wheel, anchor & balance spring.

The new Diver Chronograph Great White has a grey sand-blasted dial inspired by the shark skin. Touched with blue and white details, the dial features a 30- minute counter, a 12-hour counter and a small second counter with the date. The lettering “GREAT WHITE” appears below the Ulysse Nardin logo. The hands & indexes are coated with Super-LumiNova.

The white rubber strap features a Super-LumiNova applied silhouette of the Great White shark. The Diver Chronograph 44 mm Great White is available in a limited series of just 300 pieces. 1 % of the revenues from sales of this watch will be donated to support non-profit organizations focused on sharks.

The approximate retail price of Ulysse Nardin 44mm Diver Chronograph Great White is 13,300 USD with tang buckle and 13,600 USD with deployant buckle.

Technical details

Model: Ulysse Nardin Diver Chronograph “Great White” 44mm

References
1503-170LE-1A-GW/3A (Tang Buckle)
1503-170LE-1A-GW/3B (Deployant Buckle)

Movement
Caliber UN-150 Manufacture Chronograph Self-winding movement
30 minutes, 12 hours & small seconds counter with date
Escapement wheel, anchor & balance spring in Silicium
318 Components
25 jewels
Frequency: 4 Hz / 28,800 V/H
Power reserve: 48 hours

Case
Titanium sandblasted & satin-finish case
Concave white rubberized unidirectional rotating bezel with a domed sapphire glass
Great White shark stamped on the case back
Diameter: 44 mm
Water resistance: 300 meters

Dial
Grey sandblasted dial
30 minutes counter at 3 o’clock
12 hours counter & date at 6 o’clock
Small second at 9 o’clock
Hours, minutes & small counters
Hands & Indexes with Super-LumiNova

Strap
White rubber strap with Great White shark in Super-Luminova
UN titanium element at 6 o’clock
Titanium tang buckle or deploying buckle

Edition
Limited edition of 300 timepieces

Price
1503-170LE-1A-GW/3A – 12’600 CHF / 12‘000 EUR / 13‘300 USD / 11‘070 GBP
1503-170LE-1A-GW/3B – 12’850 CHF/ 12’200 EUR / 13’600 USD / 11’270 GBP

NOVE Atlantean Automatic

July 28, 2022 MasterHorologer

The NOVE Atlantean Automatic is a diving watch inspired by the mythical lost island of Atlantis. It features a massive stainless steel case measuring 50.5mm diameter and an eye-catching abalone shell dial.

Water resistant to 300 meters, this Swiss made automatic diving watch is equipped with an innovative bezel system. Firstly, it has an external bezel comprising of a fixed insert with large luminescent hour-markers and a rotatable outer-ring with fluting. The Atlantean also features an inner-rotating bezel that can be operated by the exterior fluted bezel ring.

The watch is fitted with a locking handle for enabling and disabling the in-house developed rotating mechanism that links both interior and exterior bezels. The user can adjust the inner bezel by releasing the locking and rotating the fluted bezel-ring. Once locked after aligning the inner diving bezel, this system also ensures optimum water resistance by sealing the gasket.

Featuring a 60 minute scale, the inner rotating bezel features large markers that appear floating over the dial. To reduce clutter, the abalone shell dial does not have any markings or numerals, except the date window at 3 o’clock. It hosts three centrally positioned hands for indicating the time. All the three hands as well as the markers on the inner and outer bezels are treated with Swiss Super-LumiNova CL3.

Swiss made, the NOVE Atlantean watch is equipped with the Ronda R150 automatic movement. Introduced in 2016, the Ronda R150 Caliber is a self-winding movement with the hour, minutes, seconds and date functions. Equipped with 25 jewels and beating at 28,800 vph, it delivers a power reserve of 40 hours.

Visible through the sapphire crystal case-back, the movement is driven by an oscillating weight engraved with NOVE. The screwed-down crown is positioned at 4 o’clock of the case. The watch is fitted with sapphire crystal glasses on both sides.

This timepiece is equipped with an integrated bracelet in steel. Its hexagonal-shaped middle links are brushed while the main links feature polished finish.

The NOVE Atlantean Automatic watch is available in two versions: 1001-02 and 1002-02. The first model features stainless steel case and bracelet where as the second one comes in a black PVD finish.

The approximate retail price of the stainless steel NOVE Atlantean Automatic watch is $690.00 USD. The black PVD variant costs $710.00 USD.

Please visit NOVE watches website for more details.

Technical details

Model: NOVE Atlantean Automatic

Case
316L Stainless steel case
Case size: 50.5mm
Case thickness: 13.95mm
Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
Screw-down crown
Water resistance: 300 meters

Movement
Swiss Ronda R150 Automatic movement
Power reserve: 40h
Jewels: 25

Functions
Hour, minutes and seconds
Date at 3 o’clock

Dial
Abalone Shell dial
Hands and markers with Swiss Super-LumiNova CL3

Bracelet
Stainless Steel 316L

Warranty
2 Years

Website: https://nove.com

Ulysse Nardin Diver X Skeleton Black Limited Edition

July 28, 2022 MasterHorologer

Following the outstanding success of last year’s DIVER X SKELETON watch in blue, Ulysse Nardin presents 175 new pieces in black Carbonium®.

Water proof up to the depth of 200 meters, the DIVER X SKELETON BLACK is equipped with a black Carbonium® concave unidirectional rotating bezel and domed sapphire glass.

This new timepiece is equipped with the completely redesigned UN-372 movement, which is visible through the 44 mm case. Originally designed for the Blast Skeleton collection, it has been improved with the addition of an oscillating weight in the shape of the Ulysse Nardin’s iconic “X”. There is also a barrel cover placed at 12 o’clock in black Carbonium®, which is the same as the bezel.

The hours, minutes, and seconds hands, as well as the indexes are coated with white or yellow tinted Super-LumiNova®.

The case, sandblasted on the sides with satin lugs, has been coated in black DLC. Yellow details, such as the hour markers and the internal lines of Ulysse Nardin’s signature “X” add vibrant explosions of color and emphasize the model’s sports origins.

The bezel is made of black Carbonium®, an extremely lightweight aerospace material and among the most robust and durable materials ever developed by scientists.

The Ulysse Nardin DIVER X SKELETON BLACK watch comes with both a yellow rubber strap and a black fabric R strap made of upcycled polyamide from fishing nets.

Limited to 175 pieces, this model has a retail price of 24’500 CHF.

Technical details

Model: Ulysse Nardin Diver X Skeleton Black Limited Edition
Reference 3723-170LE-2A-BLACK/3B

Movement
UN-372 Manufacture caliber
Skeleton automatic movement
Extra-large Silicium oscillator
Silicium escape wheel, anchor and balance spring
171 components / 23 jewels
3 Hz frequency/ 21,600 V/H oscillations
Power reserve: 72 hours

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds

Dial
Skeleton dial, X shape black PVD
Black indexes and hands with Super-LumiNova®

Case
Titanium black DLC sandblasted and satin finished case
Concave black Carbonium® unidirectional rotating bezel with a domed sapphire glass
Case back: Black DLC Titanium open case-back with sapphire crystal
Diameter: 44 mm
Water resistance: 200 m

Strap
Black R-STRAP with scratch closing
100% Recycled fishing nets from the Ocean Polyamide, YTT+®
Yellow rubber strap with Ulysse Nardin black ceramic element at 6 o’clock and black ceramic and titanium deployant buckle

Edition
Limited edition of 175 timepieces

Price
24’500 CHF / 23’300 EUR / 25’800 USD

Tag Heuer Carrera Red Dial Limited Edition

July 28, 2022 MasterHorologer

TAG Heuer presents a limited edition Carrera chronograph with a red dial. With a fiery red look, this new watch is inspired by the aesthetic of the historic Heuer Carrera model released in 1963.

The silhouette of the original Heuer Carrera reference 2447 is retained including the signature lugs and pushers. The new watch has a 39mm diameter stainless steel case case with polished finish. Water resistance to 100 meters, this new chronograph is fitted with domed sapphire crystal glass and screw-down steel case-back with sapphire crystal.

The indexes and hours and minutes hands are faceted, rhodium-plated and coated with Super-LumiNova® for optimal readability.

The dial is sunray brushed while the three chronograph counters – hours, minutes and permanent second indicator – are snailed, ensuring a subtle contrast and mesmerizing play of light. The dial sports the emblematic Heuer logo and Carrera name below the 12 o’clock hour-marker.

The new Tag Heuer Carrera Red Dial is equipped with in-house high-precision chronograph calibre Heuer 02. It has an exceptional power reserve of 80 hours. Visible through the sapphire crystal case back, this movement is personalized with touches of red on the column wheel and oscillating mass engravings.

Fitted on a black alligator strap with a steel folding clasp, the TAG Heuer Carrera Red Dial Limited Edition is limited to 600 pieces. Each timepiece will be engraved with “ONE OF 600” and “Limited Edition” on the case back.

Available from July 2022, the Carrera Red Dial Chronograph will be sold exclusively in TAG Heuer boutiques, through the brand’s e-commerce websites and at select wholesale partner boutiques.

Technical details

Model: TAG Heuer Carrera Red Dial Limited Edition
Reference CBK221G.FC6479

Movement
TAG Heuer Calibre Heuer 02 Automatic

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph

Dial
Red sunray brushed dial
3 counters:
– 3 o’clock: “snailed” minute chronograph counter
– 6 o’clock: “snailed” permanent second indicator
– 9 o’clock: “snailed” hour chronograph counter
Rhodium-plated applied indexes, hour and minute hands with Super-LumiNova®
Rhodium-plated central hand

Case
39 mm diameter
Polished stainless-steel case
Domed sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective treatment
Stainless-steel standard crown at 3 o’clock with push buttons at 2 and 4 o’clock
Stainless-steel sapphire crystal screw-down case back with special engraving “Limited Edition” and “ONE OF 600” engraved
Water resistance: 100 meters

Strap
Black alligator leather strap
Steel folding clasp with double safety push buttons, HEUER logo

Availability
From July 2022

Edition
Limited to 600 pieces

MING 37.07

July 28, 2022 MasterHorologer

Celebrating its 5th anniversary, MING has announced the launch of its new model 37.07. It comes with an eye-catching mosaic dial.

Offering a more wrist presence and fitted with a sapphire caseback, the in 316L stainless steel measures 38mm diameter. It has a minimalistic bezel design. A domed sapphire crystal glass protects the dial side.

The watch is equipped with the Swiss made SW210.M1 calibre exclusively made by Sellita for MING. It has a power reserve of 40 hours. Visible through the exhibition case-back, this mechanical manual-wound movement features anthracite skeletonized bridges with contrast rhodium circular brushing.

The mosaic pattern dial come with a time-only configuration with two large central hands for the hour and minute display. Both hands feature Super-LumiNova coating.

The dial uses Super-LumiNova set on the centre of a brass dial; with the outer portion circular brushed. The inner portion of the dial hosts a three-layer printed mosaic (on upper, lower surfaces of the sapphire and the lower brass dial). The mosaic pattern comprises gradient and luminous elements as well.

Water resistant to 100 meters, the watch comes with a matching water safe rubber strap by Jean Rousseau. The strap is compatible with the brand’s tuck-under buckle debuted with the 37.05.

For MING 37.07, the brand has implemented a time-limited order process via two windows. On 29th July 2012, two pre-order windows will be open respectively from 2AM to 2.15AM GMT and from 1PM to 1.15PM GMT. All orders placed during these two windows are guaranteed a watch.

The 37.07 is priced at CHF 3,250, with a 50% non-refundable deposit (CHF 1,625) required on order. The balance is due on delivery, which expects to begin in May 2023. Conclusion of deliveries depends on the final volume and may continue through the end of 2023.

Technical details

Model: MING 37.04

Case
38mm diameter, 10.9mm thick, 44.5mm lug-to-lug
Material: 316L stainless steel
Domed sapphire crystal front and rear
Double-sided antireflective coating on both crystals
100m water resistance
20mm lug width

Dial
Composite dial with circular brushed, printed and luminous metal base and double surface printed and gradient fade sapphire dial

Movement
Sellita for MING SW210.M1, anthracite skeletonized bridges with contrast rhodium circular brushing
Manual winding with ~40h power reserve at full wind

Functions
Hours and minutes

Straps
Watersafe rubber strap by Jean Rousseau Paris
20mm width, curved bars with quick release
Fitted with 3rd generation tuck buckle with micro adjustment

Packing
Leather travel pouch handmade in Kuala Lumpur by Studio Koji Sato

Warranty
2-year warranty against defects

Origin
Made in Switzerland

Pricing
CHF 3,250 – 50% non-refundable deposit for order confirmation
Deliveries expected to commence May 2023

Zenith Chronomaster Original Limited Edition for Hodinkee

July 27, 2022 MasterHorologer

In partnership with Hodinkee, Swiss luxury watch brand ZENITH has created a limited edition Chronomaster Original watch with the powerful El Primero 3600 automatic 1/10th of a second chronograph caliber.

Introduced in 2021, the Chronomaster Original series takes inspiration from the original ZENITH A386 of 1969. Dressed in a robust 38mm diameter case, the new Zenith Chronomaster Original Hodinkee watch has a matte opaline salmon dial with counters in three shades of grey and rhodium-plated hands and indexes.

The date wheel of the date window positioned at 4:30 has the matching the color of the dial. The facetted hour-markers as well as the hour and minute hands are coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1. The central chronograph hand makes one turn in 10 seconds. The watch has three sub-dials: the small seconds at 9 o’clock, 60-minute counter at 6 o’clock, and 60-second counter at 3 o’clock.

The stainless steel case is flanked by familiar pump-style pushers and brushed lugs. The domed sapphire crystal of the Chronomaster Original for Hodinkee is inspired by the acrylic lenses found on vintage ZENITH timepieces like the A386.

Visible through the sapphire caseback, the Caliber 3600 boasts the same high-beat rate and column-wheel design of the iconic El Primero caliber.

This new ZENITH El Primero movement comes with modern technical enhancements that ensure smooth running and reliability. The chronograph seconds hand traverses the dial once every ten seconds. Also, rather than drive the chronograph via the movement’s fourth wheel, as the original caliber 400 did, the El Primero 3600 runs the chronograph directly off its high-tech silicon escape wheel.

This exclusive Zenith Hodinkee watch is fitted on a stainless steel tapered bracelet with polished center links, outer links with polished edges, and a folding clasp.

The Zenith Chronomaster Original Limited Edition for Hodinkee is available as a 300-piece limited edition for $9,500 through the HODINKEE Shop and ZENITH’s online boutique.

Technical details

Model: Zenith Chronomaster Original Limited Edition for Hodinkee
Reference 03.3201.3600/18.M3200.T3/P

Movement
Zenith El Primero 3600
Automatic high-frequency chronograph movement with 1/10th of a second chronograph function
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: approx. 60 hours
Finishes: New star-shaped oscillating weight with satined finishings

Functions
Hours, minutes, small seconds at 9 o’clock
1/10th of a second chronograph (central chronograph hand makes one turn in 10 seconds)
60-minute counter at 6 o’clock
60-second counter at 3 o’clock

Case
Diameter: 38mm
Material: Stainless steel
Water resistance: 5 ATM

Dial
Salmon opaline
Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1

Bracelet
Stainless steel Chronomaster Original Bracelet

Edition
Limited edition of 300 pieces

Price
9,400 CHF / 9,500 USD

Oris Big Crown Wings of Hope Limited Edition

July 27, 2022 MasterHorologer

Oris has announced a partnership with the pioneering aeronautical humanitarian organisation Wings of Hope. To mark this collaboration, the Swiss watch manufacturer has released two limited- edition wristwatches powered by Calibre 401.

Wings of Hope is a US-based aeronautical humanitarian organisation founded 60 years ago. Twice nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize, Wings of Hope has used the power of aviation to bring medical support to remote and vulnerable communities in more than 50 countries. In 2021, more than 65,000 people used the organisation’s programmes and services.

The Oris Wings of Hope Limited Edition watches are based on the Swiss brand’s iconic Big Crown pilot’s watch. Two models are available, one in stainless steel and the second watch in 18ct yellow gold.

Limited to 1,000 pieces, the stainless steel Wings of Hope watch comes with a 40 mm diameter case. Limited to 100 pieces, the 18-carat yellow gold variant features a 38mm case. Its case, crown and case back are all solid gold. Both models spotlight off-white dial.

The dial features Arabic numeral hour-markers, two centre hands for indicating the hour and minutes, black minute track and small seconds.

The hour-markers are applied with Super-LumiNova® material in mint green color for the stainless steel model and in golden beige for the 18-carat yellow gold Wings of Hope watch. Featuring the identical color of the case, the hour and minute hands are also treated with Super-LumiNova®. The small seconds hand is in red color.

Oris has equipped the Big Crown Wings of Hope watches with Calibre 401, the in-house developed mechanical self-winding with a power reserve of five days. The mechanism of the watch is visible through the exhibition case-back.

Both timepieces come on sustainable deer leather straps manufactured by Swiss company Cervo Volante. Fitted with a screw-in crown, sapphire crystal glass and screwed case-back, the watch is water resistant to 50 meters.

The suggested retail price of the Oris Big Crown Wings of Hope Steel watch is CHF 3,300 (appx. US$ 3,430/-). The cost of 18K yellow gold version is CHF 15,500 (appx. US$ 16,118/-).

Technical details

Model: Oris Big Crown Wings of Hope Limited Edition in Steel (reference 401 7781 4081-Set)

Case
Multi-piece stainless steel case, stainless steel bezel
Diameter: 40.00 mm (1.575 inches)
Top glass: Sapphire, domed on both sides, anti-reflective coating inside
Case back: Stainless steel, screwed, see-through sapphire glass
Operating devices: Stainless steel screw-in security crown

Dial
Off-white
Hands and indices with Super-LumiNova®

Strap
Brown Cervo Volante deer leather with quick strap change system
Water resistance: 5 bar

Edition
Limited edition of 1,000 numbered pieces, special presentation box

Swiss retail price
CHF 3,300

Available from
October 2022

Model: Oris Big Crown Wings of Hope Gold Limited Edition (reference 401 7782 6081-Set)

Case
Multi-piece 18-carat yellow gold case, 18-carat yellow gold bezel
Diameter: 38.00 mm (1.496 inches)
Top glass: Sapphire, domed on both sides, anti-reflective coating inside
Case back: 18-carat yellow gold, screwed, see-through sapphire glass
Operating devices: 18-carat yellow gold screw-in security crown
Water resistance: 5 bar

Dial
Off-white
Luminous material Hands and indices with Super-LumiNova®

Strap
Brown Cervo Volante deer leather with quick strap change system and 18-carat yellow gold clasp

Edition
Limited edition of 100 numbered pieces, special cherry wood presentation box

Swiss retail price
CHF 15,500

Available from
July 2022

Other specifications

Movement
Oris Calibre 401
Accuracy: -3/+5 seconds a day (within COSC tolerances)
Highly anti-magnetic
Winding: Automatic
Power reserve: 120 hours

Functions
Centre hands for hours and minutes, small seconds at 6 o’clock, fine timing device and stop-second

Warranty
Extended to 10 years with MyOris sign-up
Applies to watch and movement
10-year recommended service intervals

KURONO 34mm

July 26, 2022 MasterHorologer

Japanese fine watch brand KURONO has launched a new 34mm watch with a stainless steel case.

The Kurono 34mm watch is available in four colour variations: White/Blue, Ochre/White, White/Red and Blue/Ivory. Each variant is limited to 80 pieces.

The dial features Arabic numeral indexes, hour and minute hands with a luminescent finish. The blue colour of the hands is IP-plated on stainless steel to prevent rusting.

This time-only automatic watch is equipped with the Japanese Miyota 90s5 movement. This 24-jewel calibre has a power reserve of 40 hours.

The box sapphire is anti-reflective coated on both sides and has an anti-fouling coating on the surface. The Kurono 34mm has a newly designed case with water- resistant to 5 bar. It features a solid stainless steel case-back.

Technical details

Case
Diameter: 34 mm
Stainless steel case, water-resistant to 5 bar

Movement
Miyota 90s5 24 jewels automatic
Power reserve: 40 hours

Dial
Available colors: White/Blue, Ochre/White, White/Red and Blue/Ivory
Arabic numerals
Blued central hands for hour, minute and seconds
Luminescent coating for hands (hour & minute) and hour markers

Strap
Calf leather strap

Edition
Limited to 80 per dial variant

Price
JPY 150,000 (appx. US$1080)

HUBLOT Summer Editions, Ibiza, Capri and St.Tropez Boutiques

July 25, 2022 MasterHorologer

To celebrate this summer season, Hublot has created three special edition timepieces dedicated to its Ibiza, Capri and St.Tropez boutiques.

These Mediterranean destinations are known for their beautiful beaches and vibrant culture. The new Hublot summer limited editions take inspiration from the blues of summertime.

Hublot ♥ St-Tropez Big Bang Unico St-Tropez Boutique

The turquoise blue seas and sky of this seaside citadel are reflected in a limited edition of 30 pieces which echo the colours of Tahiti and Pampelonne beach.

Set between the Place des Lices and the Port de St-Tropez since 2017, the Hublot boutique is just a short hop from the iconic ochre and sienna bell tower which overlooks the port and dominates the skyline. The silhouette is featured on the sapphire of the Big Bang Unico St-Tropez Boutique’s case back.

The UNICO V2 manufacture movement offers a power reserve of 72 hours. The calibre HUB1280 boasts a slimmer design, restyled architecture, easier assembly and improved visibility and functionality. The ceramic bezel, the lined rubber strap, the indices, numerals and hands are all turquoise blue, contrasting with the microblasted black ceramic case.

Hublot ♥ Ibiza Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Blue Ibiza Boutique

With its pop-up boutique open throughout the summer, Hublot celebrates the bohemian festive spirit of Ibiza with a limited edition of 50 pieces in colours which echo the island’s white walls and the deep blue of the horizon from Cala Conta, the contrasting shades underneath the boats moored at Cala Saladeta and the seabed at Cala Xarraca.

To celebrate summer, and its Ibiza boutique, Hublot welcomes its favourite material – coloured ceramic – to a magnetic blue chronograph: the Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Blue Ibiza Boutique.

45 mm in diameter, with a deep blue ceramic bezel and case, HUB1155 self-winding chronograph movement and a power reserve of 42 hours, this piece is awash with the island’s vibrant blues, from its deep seas to its night skies.

Its blue alligator strap is set off by white stitching and a white stripe, providing as striking a contrast to the titanium adorning the crown, pushers and H-shaped screws. On the back of the watch, the sapphire crystal features “Hublot ♥ Ibiza”.

Hublot ♥ Capri Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Capri Boutique

For its Capri Boutique, Hublot has created a limited edition Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic. Limited to 50 pieces, this watch is inspired by the turquoise waters of Capri’s Grotta Azzurra and the contrast with the dark grey of the grotto.

The Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Capri Boutique has a power reserve of 42 hours. 45 mm in diameter, and fitted with a turquoise blue lined rubber strap, this watch is water resistant to 50 metres.

Technical details

Model: Hublot Big Bang Unico St Tropez Boutique
Reference: ST TROPEZ 441.CL.1190.RX.STP22

Case
Microblasted black ceramic
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: 14.5 mm
Water resistance: 10 ATM
Microblasted black ceramic
Microblasted blue ceramic

Dial
Matt black

Movement
HUB1280 Unico Manufacture Self-winding Chronograph
Frequency: 4 (28’800 A/H)
Power reserve (hours): 72
Number of components: 354
Jewels: 43

Strap
Black and light blue lined rubber
Black ceramic and black titanium deployant buckle

Edition
Limited to 30 pieces

Suggested retail price
22‘400 CHF/ 23‘300 EUR/ 24‘900 USD/ 19‘500 GBP

Model: Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Blue Ibiza Boutique
Reference: IBIZA 525.EX.0129.LR.IBZ22

Case
Polished and satin-finished blue ceramic
Diameter: 45 mm
Thickness: 13.45 mm
Water resistance: 5 ATM
Polished blue ceramic
Polished and satin-finished blue ceramic

Dial
Sapphire

Movement
HUB1155 Self-winding Chronograph
Frequency: 4 (28’800 A/H)
Power reserve (hours): 42
Number of components: 207
Jewels: 60

Strap
White and blue alligator
Stainless steel deployant buckle

Edition
Limited to 50 pieces

Suggested retail price
18’500 CHF/ 19’200 EUR/ 20’600 USD/ 16’100 GBP

Model: Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Capri Boutique
Reference: CAPRI 525.CL.0179.RX.CAP22

Case
Polished and satin-finished black ceramic
Diameter: 45 mm
Thickness: 13.45 mm
Water resistance: 5 ATM
Polished black ceramic
Polished and satin-finished blue ceramic

Dial
Sapphire

Movement
HUB1155 Self-winding chronograph
Frequency: 4 (28’800 A/H)
Power reserve (hours): 42
Number of components: 207
Jewels: 60

Strap
Blue lined rubber
Black steel deployant buckle

Edition
Limited to 50 pieces

Suggested retail price
17‘600 CHF/ 18‘300 EUR/ 18‘500 USD/ 15‘300 GBP

Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref. 116600 Vs Ref. 126600

July 24, 2022 MasterHorologer

Introduced in 1967, Sea-Dweller is a series of deep-diving watches from Rolex. The reference 116600 was launched in 2014 and the ref. 126600 in 2017. The brand discontinued the Sea-Dweller Ref. 116600 in 2017. Let us compare these two Sea-Dweller watches.

Case

The case material is same: 904L steel (now known as Oyster steel). The diameter is different: 40mm for Ref. 116600 and 43mm for Ref. 126600. Water resistant to 1,220 metres (4,000 feet), both models feature helium escape valve, screw-down crown with fluting, screw-down winding-crown with Triplock waterproofness system, and integrated crown guards.

Crystal

The sapphire crystal glass of Ref. 126600 is provisioned with a Cyclops lens window over the date whereas Sea-Dweller Ref. 116600 does not have this element.

Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref. 116600 — **Sea-Dweller Ref. 116600**

Bezel

Both references feature 120-click unidirectional diving bezel to carry out countdown function up to sixty minutes. It is a vital component of modern diving watches.

Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref. 116600 has an aluminium bezel insert marked with a triangle with lumed dot at 0/60, large rectangular markers (for 5, 15, 25, 35, 45 & 55 ) and numerals for 10, 20, 30, 40 & 50. It is to be noted that the 0 to 15 scale is highlighted with medium-size minute markers. The remaining minutes (between 15 and 60) are displayed with smaller markers.

The Sea-Dweller Ref. 126600 is equipped with Cerachrom bezel-insert, which is more durable and scratch-proof than the aluminium ones. All graduations on the bezel of Ref. 126600 are displayed in the same pattern of 116600.

Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref. 126600 — **Sea-Dweller Ref. 126600**

Dial

The Sea-Dweller 116600 has a black, satin-finished black dial with all texts in white color. The reference 126600 features a glossy black dial with SEA-DWELLER in red and other inscriptions in white. Both models come with Chromalight hands and markers.

Movement

Both models feature Manufacture self-winding movements made by Rolex. The Sea Dweller Ref. 116600 is equipped with the Caliber 3135, which offers a power reserve of 48 hours. The reference 126600 is powered by Calibre 3235. Thanks to the advanced Chronergy escapement, this movement provides a power reserve of 70 hours.

Bracelet

Both references are fitted with Oyster (three links) bracelet made of Oystersteel. This bracelet comes with the innovations like Oysterlock folding safety clasp, Glidelock extension system and Fliplock extension link.

In 2021, Rolex removed the provisioning of the Fliplock extension link from the Sea-Dweller 126600 series. Introduced in 2008 with the Rolex Deepsea model, this mechanism is used for lengthening the bracelets by approximately 26 mm.

The latest production Sea-Dweller Reference 126600-0002 comes without the Fliplock extension link. The newly released Deepsea 136660 is also delivered without this bracelet extension system.

Roger Dubuis Excalibur Sorayama MB Limited Edition

July 23, 2022 MasterHorologer

Hyper luxury Swiss watch manufacture Roger Dubuis has created a limited edition Excalibur Monobalancier timepiece in collaboration with world-famous Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama.

Limited to 28 pieces, this Poinçon de Genève certified timepiece is presently available in Japan only. This 42mm timepiece in titanium is equipped with a modern Roger Dubuis mechanical skeleton movement.

The skeleton calibres manufactured by Roger Dubuis in Geneva are the essence of the expressive singularity of the Excalibur collection. Every single component being finished by hand, the watches are symbols of passion.

Developed for the new generation Excalibur watches, the Roger Dubuis Calibre RD720SQ comes with improved performances. It offers an increased power reserve up to 72 hours thanks to a new gear train toothing and escapement optimization through its geometry. Improved durability thanks to new lube, and increased precision thanks to 4hz frequency.

The new Roger Dubuis Excalibur Monobalancier watch created in partnership with Hajime Sorayama mixes both creative territories of the artist and the brand.

Hajime Sorayama is known worldwide for his works in fine art, illustration and industrial design. His notable works include the initial design of first generation of Sony AIBO robots and the pin-up works for men’s magazines like Penthouse.

The star-shaped bridge redesigned by Sorayama, turns curvy and full polished, same as the titanium case and bracelet, like an echo of his metallic 3D sculptures. The micro rotor displays a moiré effect, with a fixed fringed sapphire glass and a mobile engraved metallic part, to remind the artist’s obsession about light reflection.

The white lacquered box is adorned with hot-stamped Roger Dubuis with Sorayama font.

The Excalibur Sorayama MB watch comes with a polished titanium bracelet. It is the first Roger Dubuis grade 5 titanium bracelet to feature its Quick Release System.

Technical details

Model: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Sorayama MB Limited Edition
Reference RDDBEX1013

Movement
Calibre RD720SQ
Automatic, self-winding
Monobalancier
Frequency: 4 Hz / 28’800 Vibrations per Hour
Diameter: 16 3/4 Lines
Thickness: 5.95 millimeters
Number of components: 178
Number of rubies: 32
Power reserve: 72 Hours
Finishing: Shot-blasted and trued-up main plate and bridges with NAC

Functions
Hours, minutes

Case
Case, bezel and crown in polished titanium
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Polished titanium open case back with sapphire crystal
Diameter: 42 Millimeters
Water resistance: 10 BAR (100m)

Dial
Rhodium plated double surface flange with engraved minute track and transferred texts, polished and grey hour markers with SLN in the center

Hands
Triple surface hands in white gold 750/1000 with satin brushed finish on the tilted surfaces – shot-blasted finish on the flat grey surface, SLN tips

Strap
Full polished titanium bracelet, interchangeable with Quick Release System – QRS
Triple folding buckle titanium cover with titanium blades.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 43mm, Reference 126600-0002

July 23, 2022 MasterHorologer

In 2017, Rolex released a new generation of its Sea-Dweller watches as a replacement of the Reference 116600 series.

Featuring a 43mm diameter case in Oystersteel and the self-winding 3235 calibre, the Sea-Dweller Ref. 126600 maintains a water resistance of 1,220 metres or 4,000 feet.

The first model from this generation is Reference 126600-0001, which features a black dial with red SEA-DWELLER inscription as a tribute to the Single Red prototypes produced in the 1960s. In 2021, Rolex replaced this model with a new reference 126600-0002.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 43mm, Reference 126600-0002 — **Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm, Reference 126600-0002/ Image Copyright: Rolex**

The majority of the aesthetic and technical characteristics of both references remain same. A notable difference is that the new Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600-0002 comes without the Fliplock extension links.

Technical details

Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 43mm, Reference 126600-0002

Case
Material: Oystersteel
Type: Oyster (monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown)
Diameter: 43 mm
Unidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated, scratch-resistant Cerachrom insert in ceramic, numerals and graduations coated in platinum
Winding crown: Screw-down, Triplock triple waterproofness system
Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire, Cyclops lens over the date
Water resistance: 1,220 metres / 4,000 feet, helium escape valve

Movement
Calibre 3235, Manufacture Rolex
Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding movement
Precision: -2/+2 sec/day, after casing
Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring
High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
Power reserve: Approximately 70 hours

Functions
Centre hour, minute and seconds hands
Instantaneous date with rapid setting
Stop-seconds for precise time setting

Bracelet
Type: Oyster, flat three-piece links
Material: Oystersteel
Folding Oysterlock safety clasp with Rolex Glidelock extension system

Dial
Black dial with red SEA-DWELLER text
Highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence

Certification
Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea 44mm New Models (references 136660-0003 and 136660-0004)

July 22, 2022July 22, 2022 MasterHorologer

Rolex has launched two new 44mm variants of its DEEPSEA professional diving watch from the SEA-DWELLER family.

The new Rolex Deepsea 44mm reference 136660-0003 features a D-blue face where as the ref. 136660-0004 has a black dial. The D-Blue dial was first appeared in the Rolex Deepsea Reference 116660B launched in 2014 to celebrate James Cameron’s historic solo dive in 2012.

Both timepieces are fitted with 60-minute graduated unidirectional rotating bezel topped with Cerachrom bezel insert in black ceramic and Oyster bracelet.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea 44mm with D-blue dial, Reference 136660-0003 — **Image Credit: Rolex**

Water resistant to a depth of 3,900 metres (12,800 feet), the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea 44mm is a formidable timepiece dedicated to deep diving activities. It features the state-of-the-art Ringlock System case architecture with a Helium escape valve.

The massive Oystersteel case of the watch is reinforced with the patented Ringlock System, which ensures optimum waterproofness. It houses the Calibre 3235, a new-generation self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Equipped with the patented Chronergy escapement, it provides a power reserve of 70 hours.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea 44mm with Black dial, Reference 136660-0004 — **Image Credit: Rolex**

The Rolex Deepsea watch displays the date at 3 o’clock, but without the signature Cyclops date window. The dial side is protected with a 5.5mm thick sapphire crystal glass.

The large Chromalight hour markers and hands with luminescent material emit a long-lasting blue glow, ensuring excellent readability of the indications. The new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea 44mm references come with Oyster type bracelet made of Oystersteel.

The Oyster bracelet is equipped with an Oysterlock clasp, which prevents accidental opening, and an ingenious Glidelock, allowing fine adjustments of the bracelet without using any tools.

Rolex Deepsea 136660 Vs 126660

The Rolex Deepsea watch was introduced in 2008 with the reference number 116660. Specially created for professional diving activities, it has a case diameter of 44mm.

In 2018, Rolex 44mm Deepsea Watch Ref. 126660 was launched to replace the reference 116660. This year, the brand has introduced the new 136660 series.

The case material and dimensions remain same for Ref. 126660 and Ref. 136660. The movement is also same: Calibre 3235. The visible differences that set apart the new Deepsea reference 136660 from its immediate predecessor are the narrower bezel design, slightly larger date window and the absence of the bracelet’s Fliplock extension link.

Technical details

Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea 44mm
Reference 136660

Versions
Reference 136660-0003: Rolex Deepsea with D-blue dial
Reference 136660-0004: Rolex Deepsea with Black dial

Case
Material: Oystersteel
Type: Oyster (Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown. Rolex Ringlock System case architecture with Helium escape valve)
Diameter: 44 mm
Bezel: Unidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated, scratch-resistant Cerachrom insert in ceramic, numerals and graduations coated in platinum
Winding crown: Screw-down, Triplock triple waterproofness system
Crystal: Domed, 5.5 mm-thick scratch-resistant sapphire
Case-back: Titanium
Waterproof to 3,900 metres / 12,800 feet, helium escape valve

Movement
Calibre 3235, Manufacture Rolex
Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding
Precision: -2/+2 sec/day, after casing
Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring
High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
Power reserve: Approximately 70 hours

Functions
Centre hour, minute and seconds hands
Instantaneous date with rapid setting
Stop-seconds for precise time setting

Dial
Black/ D-blue
Highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence

Bracelet
Type: Oyster, flat three-piece links
Material: Oystersteel
Folding Oysterlock safety clasp with Rolex Glidelock extension system

Certification
Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)

UNIMATIC Modello Uno U1S-FAI Limited Edition

July 22, 2022August 3, 2022 MasterHorologer

Milan-based watch brand UNIMATIC extends its support to FAI — Fondo per l’Ambiente Italiano (the National Trust for Italy) – by launching a dedicated watch: the Modello Uno U1S-FAI.

FAI is a non-profit foundation established in 1975 with the aim of protecting and enhancing Italy’s historical, artistic and landscape heritage. Thanks to FAI efforts, Italy has seen many of its beautiful sites saved from neglect, restored, promoted and opened to the public.

Modello Uno U1S-FAI is UNIMATIC’s pledge to support FAI and stand by its threefold mission to safeguard Italy’s heritage; to promote education, appreciation, awareness and enjoyment of Italy’s environment, landscape and artistic heritage; as well as to monitor the protection of Italy’s natural and cultural assets.

The slim Modello Uno U1S-FAI is a Made in Italy professional diving watch that belongs to a limited edition of 200 individually numbered pieces. This timepiece is powered by the Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement.

The Uno U1S-FAI watch features a galvanic black dive dial with markers in Super-LumiNova® C1 white lume, which are accurately painted by hand on every piece, which is chosen to pay homage to traditional watchmaking and Italian craftsmanship, as opposed to the standard silkscreening or pad printing application.

The markers in Super-LumiNova® match the raised lume dot of the FAI green aluminium minimal insert that is placed within the 120 clicks mono-directional bezel.

The solid 316 brushed stainless steel case, the ‘UNIMATIC sostiene FAI’ screwed-in caseback, the 8 mm diameter crown, together with the 2.5mm thick double domed sapphire, are all set to guarantee the 30 atm (300m/1,000ft) water resistance to which each watch is individually tested, along with time accuracy.

The Uno U1S-FAI watch comes on a black two-piece calf leather strap, and it features a spare FAI green NATO strap with a FAI orange nylon keeper. In the tough case, together with the watch, spare strap and UNIMATIC warranty card with unique ID seal, one will also find a FAI Membership card.

This card offers a long list of benefits, such as free entry to FAI Properties in Italy as well as properties of the National Trust of England and Wales, Jersey, Scotland and Australia. This membership includes the owner into the community of lovers of Italian art and beauty, who take concrete action for the protection of Italian heritage.

The new U1S-FAI is available for 1,050E UR excl. vat.

Technical details

Model: Unimatic Modello Uno U1S-FAI
Ref. U1S-FAI

Case
Material: 316L stainless steel
Case finishing: Brushed finish
Diameter: 40mm
Thickness: 11.6mm
Drilled lugs
Lug width: 22mm
Bezel: 120 clicks mono-directional safety bezel
Bezel insert: FAI green aluminium minimal insert with raised lume dot
Case-back: “Unimatic sostiene FAI” screw-down caseback
Crown: Alchemical Sun ☉ 8mm screw-down
2.5mm thick double domed sapphire glass with inner side anti-reflective coating
Water resistance: 300m = 1000ft = 30atm WR

Dial
Galvanic black dial
Galvanic screen negative silver closed second rail and dial trims
Hand-applied Super-LumiNova® C1 white

Hands
Matte black ladder phantom H+M, reverse lollipop S, Super-LumiNova® C1 white

Movement
Automatic calibre Sellita SW200-1
Frequency: 28,800 bph
Hacking seconds hand
Self-winding/ manual winding
Jewels: 26
Accuracy: +/- 12 sec/day up to +/-30 sec/day
Power reserve: 38h
Antimagnetic: 4800 A/m

Strap
Black two-piece calf leather strap, stainless steel brushed hardware signed Unimatic

Extra strap
FAI green nato strap with FAI orange nylon keeper, stainless steel brushed hardware signed Unimatic

Product kit
Unimatic tough case, warranty card with unique ID seal, FAI Membership card

Origin
Made in Italy

Edition
Individually numbered, limited edition of 200 pieces

Warranty
2 years warranty

NOVE Gemini Limited Edition

July 22, 2022July 28, 2022 MasterHorologer

NOVE Gemini is an innovative reversible watch with a patented mechanism that allows quick swapping of the two dials.

This contemporary timepiece is inspired by some of the iconic reversible watches of the 20th Century. Introduced in 2021, this dual face watch evokes the celestial twins (Castor and Pollux) of Gemini, one of the constellations of the zodiac.

Swiss made, this uniquely designed wristwatch houses two Ronda quartz movements to drive the timekeeping functions of two dials. The first calibre is Slimtech 1062, which powers the display of sunray gradient dial (red to black) side with two hands (hour and minutes).

The second calibre (Slimtech 1064) drives three hands (hour, minute and small seconds) of the matte black dial. Both dials are elegantly designed with a minimalistic, easy to read back ground with dotted hour-markers and luminescent, leaf-shaped hands for the hour and minute. The black dial has a discreet small seconds counter just below the centre-point of the dial.

Brilliantly designed, the Gemini watch is equipped with a patented gear-driven housing ring that allows the dial to rotate 180 degrees before locking back into the base. As both display sides are independent, you may use the NOVE Gemini as a dual-time zone watch by setting home time and local time.

Measuring 49.2mm diameter and 13.3mm thickness, the case is made of 316L stainless steel. Fitted with a sapphire crystal glasses and screw-down crown, it is water resistant up to 50 meters. The watch comes with a solid stainless steel bracelet.

Innovative and playful, NOVE Gemini is a limited edition of 500 pieces.

Hand-made by expert craftsmen, the NOVE Gemini watch has a retail price of $880.00 (USD). It comes with a three years guarantee. Please visit NOVE watches website for more details.

Technical details

Model: NOVE Gemin Dual Face Watch
Model number: J001-02

Case
Stainless Steel 316L
Diameter: 49.2mm
Thickness: 13.3mm
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
Screw-down crown
Water resistance: 50 meters

Movements
Swiss Ronda Slimtec 1062 Quartz (hour and minutes)
Swiss Ronda Slimtec 1064 Quartz (hour, minutes and small seconds)
Battery life: 6 years

Dial
Black and Gradient (red to black)
Leaf-shaped hour & minute hands with Super-LumiNova

Bracelet
Stainless Steel 316L

Edition
Limited edition of 500 pieces

Warranty
3 Years

Website: https://nove.com

Edox SkyDiver Bronze Date Automatic

July 22, 2022 MasterHorologer

Swiss watchmaker Edox has launched a new model to its SkyDiver series that honours an iconic collection.

The original Edox SkyDiver was a military-themed tool watch made in the 1960s and 1970s. Its modern counterpart is now a mainstay of the Edox watch family. Now the Swiss brand introduces the new SkyDiver Bronze Date Automatic watch (80126 BRN BUIDR).

Measuring 42mm diameter, the rose-coloured bronze case is beautifully complemented by an elegant slate grey/blue dial.

The Edox SkyDiver Bronze Date Automatic oozes a classic vintage dress watch vibe, but it is still built tough. Large, Super-LumiNova-coated indices and hands hark back to the easy-to-read, dial displays of military watches. The unidirectional outer ceramic scratch-resistant bezel provides a practical tool for divers up to 30 ATM.

Beating inside the watch, the Edox Calibre 80 automatic movement is made by Swiss movement manufacturer Sellita.

The SkyDiver Bronze Date Automatic is fitted with a brown leather strap. An additional black leather strap is provided in a leather pouch.

Technical details

Model: Edox SkyDiver Bronze Date Automatic
Reference 80126 BRN BUIDR

Case
Bronze case
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 13.9mm
Ceramic bezel
Domed sapphire crystal
Screw-down crown
Water resistance: 300M / 30 ATM

Dial
Black dial
Super-Luminova on hands and indices

Movement
Caliber 80 (SW200)
Automatic

Functions
Hour, minute and seconds
Date at 3 o’clock

Recommended Retail Price
€ 1’990

Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador Hemingway Limited Edition

July 21, 2022 MasterHorologer

Swiss luxury watch brand Cuervo y Sobrinos pays tribute to its former patron, Ernest Hemingway, with the release of a new series.

These timepieces have been developed in partnership with Hemingway Limited, an organization that manages the Ernest Hemingway trademarks. Cuervo y Sobrinos is the first watch brand to be officially licensed by Hemingway Limited, dedicated to a great literary figure.

Hemingway lived in Cuba at ‘Finca Vigia’ for 20 years (1939 – 1960). During that period, the literary genius frequently visited the Cuervo y Sobrinos boutique. Now, the brand has chosen to honour the former patron of the firm with a new series of watches produced in collaboration with Hemingway Limited.

The Historiador Hemingway comprises four watches. The creative team at Cuervo y Sobrinos has selected vintage-inspired shades such as mellow creams and tobacco toned hues, colours that would have been familiar to Ernest during his time in Cuba.

This new model is officially licenced by Hemingway Limited, an organisation that manages the Ernest Hemingway© trademark, initiated by Ernest’s eldest son, Jack and founded by the three sons, in 1988. This timepiece comes with a choice of cream or brown dials. Both versions are limited to 140 pieces each.

In addition, Cuervo y Sobrinos also offers a two-piece set comprising one watch with a silver dial and a second watch with a black dial.

The two-piece set is presented in a travel humidor that can also be used for transporting cigars. The sets are limited to just 30 examples and include two additional black straps.

The hour and minute hands are colour-coordinated and lined with Super-LumiNova®, aiding readability in dim light. The centre seconds hand features a circular counterweight with its shade determined by the dial hue selected.

Each hour is denoted with bold Arabic numerals, again lined with Super-LumiNova®. A fine minute track encircles the dial area, facilitating ease of read off, while an applied CyS emblem is positioned at noon.

Measuring 40mm in diameter, the stainless steel Historiador case stands out with its vintage-inspired appearance and ergonomic elongated lugs. The case back is engraved with a Hemingway logo, as a tribute to the legendary American novelist.

The Historiador Hemingway is equipped with the CyS 5121 calibre, an automatic Swiss movement. Based on the Sellita SW 200, the movement features an engraved oscillating weight and has a power-reserve of 38 hours.

Each timepiece is fitted with a matching color leather strap with CyS-branded clasp. Those watches featuring a black or brown dial have an 18k gold limited edition plate mounted on the side of the case.

The two-piece set is presented in a travel humidor that can also be used for transporting cigars. The sets include two additional black straps.

Technical details

Model: Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador Hemingway

References
3189.1HC (cream dial with silver/black hands)
3189.1HB (brown dial with golden/golden hands)
3189.1HA (silver dial with silver/black hands)
3189.1HN (black dial with golden/golden hands)

Movement
Calibre CYS 5121, base SW 200
Automatic movement
Diameter: 25.6mm
Height: 4.6mm
Power reserve: 38 hours
26 jewels
Frequency 28800 A/h
Oscillating weight with engraving

Functions
Hours, minutes, centre seconds and date

Case
Stainless steel case
Diameter: 40mm
Height: 11.75mm
Double curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistant to 10 ATM
Engraved Hemingway logo caseback

Dial
Super-LumiNova® indices
Applied CyS emblem

Hands
Colour-coordinated hours and minutes with Super-LumiNova indices, applied CyS emblem

Straps

3189.1HC (cream dial) – light brown leather strap
3189.1HB (brown dial) – dark brown leather strap

2-piece set:
3189.1HA (silver dial) – dark brown leather strap
3189.1HN (black dial) – light brown leather strap
Note – also supplied with two additional black leather straps

Buckle
Stainless steel open workedCyS-branded clasp

Limited edition
3189.1HC (cream dial) – limited to 140 pieces
3189.1HB (brown dial) – limited to 140 pieces

A two-piece set, limited to 30 sets, including:
3189.1HA (silver dial)
3189.1HN (black dial)

Airain Type 20 Vert Militaire Limited Edition

July 21, 2022 MasterHorologer

The historic tool watch brand Airain was revived by Dutch watch aficionado and entrepreneur Tom van Wijlick in 2020. It has soon introduced a re-edition of the legendary Type 20, one of the most sought-after military watches of all time.

Now, the brand is introducing Type 20 Vert Militaire, a new limited edition version featuring a green color theme. The designation ‘Vert Militaire’ is a reference to the brand’s French military history.

Based on the Airain Type 20 Re-Edition watch, this new reference takes its design inspiration from the original 1950s Type 20. It has a 39.5mm diameter case made of stainless steel. It is topped with a domed Hesalite crystal glass.

Its hand-wound mechanical movement is equipped with a hand-wound column wheel chronograph with flyback function. The dial features Arabic numeral hour-markers, a small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock, and a 30-minute recorder at 3 o’clock.

The hands and hour-markers are filled with beige color Super-LumiNova to evoke the style of the original Type 20’s luminescent material.

The watch is equipped with a stainless steel count-down bezel that can be rotated bi-directionally. Secured with a screwed-in case back in steel, this model is water resistant up to 50 meters. The Airain Type 20 Vert Militaire watch is fitted on a 3-stripe green and cream nylon fabric NATO strap.

This special edition is available for order from 20 July 2022. The price is 2,314 Euros, and only 134 pieces will be produced. The Vert Militaire green edition will start shipping at the end of August.

For more details, please visit: https://www.airain.com/airain-type-20-vert-militaire-limited-edition

Technical details

Model: Airain Type 20 Vert Militaire Limited Edition
Reference: 421.481

Case
316L stainless steel case
Diameter: 39.5mm
Thickness: 10.85mm (without crystal)
47.7mm lug-to-lug width
Screwed in case back and bidirectional moving countdown bezel
Domed hesalite crystal with anti-scratch treatment, 3.92mm in height
Water resistance: 50m (5ATM) waterproof case

Movement
Manual-wind column wheel chronograph caliber AM1 with flyback complication
30 minute chronograph
24 jewels
Incabloc shock protection
60 hours power reserve

Functions
Hour, minute and small seconds at 9 o’clock
Central chronograph seconds and 30 minute recorder at 3 o’clock with flyback complication

Strap
3-stripe green and cream nylon fabric NATO strap with stainless steel buckle and fitted keepers
Buckle and keepers are brushed finished and third keeper is engraved with Airain logo
Lug width: 20mm

Orient Star Diver 1964 2nd Edition

July 21, 2022July 21, 2022 MasterHorologer

Japanese watch brand Orient Star has added two new Diver 1964 2nd edition models to its Sports Collection.

Following the release of the Orient Star Diver 1964 1st edition (reference RE-AU0501B) last year, the new Diver 1964 2nd edition pays tribute to this proud history once again by combining specific design elements of Calendar Auto Orient from 1964 with a modern, high-performance in-house movement. This full-fledged divers’ watch is compliant with the ISO 6425 standard.

Introduced in 2021, the Diver 1964 1st edition marked Orient Star’s 70th anniversary. The latest addition, the Diver 1964 2nd edition, is based on the Calendar Auto Orient, one of the company’s first divers’ watches released in 1964.

The Calendar Auto Orient featured simple dot indices on a mirror black finished dial, hands designed for excellent visibility, a rotating bezel incorporating an anodized aluminum ring, and sharply defined lugs.

The original Calendar Auto Orient equipped with an automatic movement was even more popular among watch aficionados than the hand-winding Olympia Calendar Diver which served as the inspiration for the Diver 1964 1st edition.

While the new Diver 1964 2nd edition reflects the designs inherited from the original model, it features the same specifications enhanced for the Diver 1964 1st edition such as a screw down crown, a screw case-back, a dual curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, and water resistance to 200 metres compliant with the ISO 6425 standard for air diving watches.

The in-house 46-F6 series F6N47 automatic movement provides high accuracy and a power reserve of over 50 hours. In addition to displaying the time and date, this Orient Star diving watch has a power reserve indicator, a rare function for divers’ watches.

The new Diver 1964 2nd edition is available with a black or green dial. The black version (reference RE-AU0601B) is a faithful tribute to the Calendar Auto Orient with a mirror black finish on the dial and a matching shiny black bezel surface.

The matte green dial version (reference RE-AU0602E) comes with a matching matte green bezel. The green gradation on the dial is inspired by the Ryusendo Cave in Iwate Prefecture, Japan.

Made of high-quality stainless steel (SUS316L), the compact 41-mm diameter case makes the watch ideal for everyday use.

The two new models of the Diver 1964 2nd edition deliver features of a full-fledged divers’ watch as well as designs steeped in the heritage of Orient Star.

Sold as regular models, both RE-AU0601B and RE-AU0602E feature five-piece link bracelet in 316L stainless steel. A divers’ extension structure and the trifold deployment buckle with push button and security latch are included. The pyramid-like ridges of the additional silicon strap echo the design of the metal band of the original Calendar Auto Orient.

Technical details

Model: Orient Star Diver 1964 2nd edition
Collection: Sports

References
RE-AU0601B: With Black dial
RE-AU0602E: With Green dial

Movement
Automatic (with hand winding) mechanical in-house caliber F6N47 made in Japan
Power reserve: 50 hours
Accuracy: ＋25 seconds ～－15 seconds per day
Second hand hacking
22 jewels

Functions
Power reserve indicator
Date

Case
Material: Stainless steel (SUS316L)
Case size: Length 49.6 mm / width 41.0 mm (40.2 mm w/o rotating bezel) / thickness 14.5 mm
Dual curved sapphire crystal glass with AR (anti-reflective) coating
Uni-directional rotating bezel

Strap
Stainless steel bracelet with trifold deployant buckle with push button and security latch, diverʼs extension
Width: 20 mm
Exchangeable silicon strap

Dial
Black or Green gradation

Other features
Air Diver’s 200 m (ISO 6425 standard)

Mühle-Glashütte Panova Turquoise Blue

July 21, 2022 MasterHorologer

Mühle-Glashütte’s new Panova watch takes inspiration from the blue of the ocean waves.

The Muhle-Glashutte Panova Turquoise blue watch personifies the charm of Pacific beaches, with hands coated in Super LumiNova as white as a strip of sand on an island floating above the turquoise-coloured face. Like a sandy beach, the white of the hands takes on different hues, seeming lighter or darker as if shaded by clouds or highlighted by the crystal waters of incoming waves.

As is typical of the Muhle-Glashutte Panova family, the ocean-inspired dial has a finely grained finish in which the light sparkles and glitters like it is reflecting off the seven seas.

The brushed stainless steel case is fitted with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and screw-in crown. This new Mühle watch is water-resistant up to 10 bars and can be worn in water when combined with its black and grey textile strap.

The textile strap can be swapped for a black leather version with a napped surface finish for a very sophisticated appearance. The single-pass straps are easy to replace in a few simple steps and are compatible with all other straps in the Panova family, both past and present.

The Panova Turquoise blue is equipped with the SW 200-1 Mühle version calibre. This automatic movement is fitted with the efficient Mühle rotor and particularly shockproof woodpecker neck regulation. These impressive components allow it to be regulated in six different positions and set to ensure accuracy values of between 0 and a maximum of +8 seconds per day.

Technical details

Model: Mühle-Glashütte Panova Turquoise blue

Movement
SW 200-1, automatic; Mühle version with patented woodpecker neck regulation, own rotor and characteristic surface finishes
Stop-second
41-hr power reserve

Case
Brushed stainless steel
Anti-glare sapphire crystal
Screw-in crown
Ø 40.0 mm; H 10.4 mm
Water-resistant to 10 bars

Dial
Colour: Turquoise blue
Hour markers and hands coated in Super LumiNova

Strap
Textile or leather strap with a stainless steel pin buckle

Sylvain Pinaud Origine

July 21, 2022 MasterHorologer

Sylvain Pinaud, an independent watch maker based in Switzerland, presents his new timepiece named Origine.

Sylvain made the debut of his brand by launching a Monopusher Chronograph in 2019. The Origine by Sylvain Pinaud is a hand-wound mechanical watch with the hour, minute and small seconds functions.

Fusing technical brilliance and enduring classiness, this timepiece features a 40mm diameter stainless steel case with a polished bezel. The ergonomic shape of the case provides great comfort on wrist.

The dial of the watch spotlights a unique layout, showcasing perfect readability and sophisticated finishing. It boasts a small seconds counter, a large off-centre dial with two blued or golden hands for the hour and minute. The main dial also features a visible balance spring mechanism at 6 o’ clock.

The large free sprung balance wheel is coupled with its Phillips balance-spring for ensuring precision adjustment. The oscillating frequency is 21,600 v.p.h. The hand-wound movement offers a power reserve of 55 hours.

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Model: Oris Big Crown Wings of Hope Limited Edition in Steel (reference 401 7781 4081-Set)

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Hublot ♥ St-Tropez Big Bang Unico St-Tropez Boutique

Hublot ♥ Ibiza Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Blue Ibiza Boutique

Hublot ♥ Capri Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Capri Boutique

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Model: Hublot Big Bang Unico St Tropez Boutique Reference: ST TROPEZ 441.CL.1190.RX.STP22

Suggested retail price 22‘400 CHF/ 23‘300 EUR/ 24‘900 USD/ 19‘500 GBP

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Model: Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Capri Boutique Reference: CAPRI 525.CL.0179.RX.CAP22

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Model: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Sorayama MB Limited Edition Reference RDDBEX1013

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Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 43mm, Reference 126600-0002

Model: TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 – Porsche Edition
Reference SBR8A82.EB0264

Model: Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph 1969 Re-Interpretation
Reference SRQ043

Model: Ulysse Nardin Diver X Skeleton Black Limited Edition
Reference 3723-170LE-2A-BLACK/3B

Model: TAG Heuer Carrera Red Dial Limited Edition
Reference CBK221G.FC6479

Model: Zenith Chronomaster Original Limited Edition for Hodinkee
Reference 03.3201.3600/18.M3200.T3/P

Model: Hublot Big Bang Unico St Tropez Boutique
Reference: ST TROPEZ 441.CL.1190.RX.STP22

Suggested retail price
22‘400 CHF/ 23‘300 EUR/ 24‘900 USD/ 19‘500 GBP

Model: Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Blue Ibiza Boutique
Reference: IBIZA 525.EX.0129.LR.IBZ22

Model: Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Ceramic Capri Boutique
Reference: CAPRI 525.CL.0179.RX.CAP22

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Reference RDDBEX1013

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Reference 136660

Model: Unimatic Modello Uno U1S-FAI
Ref. U1S-FAI

Model: NOVE Gemin Dual Face Watch
Model number: J001-02

Model: Edox SkyDiver Bronze Date Automatic
Reference 80126 BRN BUIDR

Model: Airain Type 20 Vert Militaire Limited Edition
Reference: 421.481

Model: Orient Star Diver 1964 2nd edition
Collection: Sports