Tag: NOVELTIES 2023

King Seiko New Models SJE089 and SJE091

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Seiko presents two new models (references SJE089 and SJE091) of its modern King Seiko watch.

In 2022, Seiko has revived the King Seiko collection by introducing modern reinterpretations of the iconic King Seiko KSK watch of 1965.

The 1965’s KSK, the most popular King Seiko model, was known for its emblematic appeal thanks to its sharp, angular case and high functionality. Today, Seiko introduces two new timepieces inspired by the classic KSK. They houses the automatic slimline Caliber 6L35. This marks the movement’s first appearance in the main King Seiko collection. This 26 jewel calibre offers a power reserve of 45 hours.

King Seiko SJE089 (SJE089J1)
King Seiko SJE089 (SJE089J1)/ JDM SDKA005

Dressed in 38.6mm diameter and 10.7mm thick cases in stainless steel, the new references are thinner than the manually-wound vintage KSK watch. Effectively capturing the refinement of the original 1965 KSK watch, these models have angular cases with a flat dial featuring faceted hands.

The first King Seiko model (reference SJE089) comes with a silver-colored with a new sunray finishing technique that endows the watch with a finish more understated and delicate than previous KSK-based creations, resulting in a look that is even closer to the original.

The second model, King Seiko SJE091, features a sophisticated dial in a new shade of black created especially to harmonize with the new case design.

King Seiko SJE091 (SJE091J1)
King Seiko SJE091 (SJE091J1)/ JDM SDKA007

On the black dial, the hands have a fine hairline finish that heightens the level of contrast with the dial’s dark surface and enhances legibility.

These new King Seiko watches stand out with refined case design enhanced with slimmer lugs. They are faceted, with large, flat planes and sharp angles. The surfaces are polished to achieve a distortion-free, mirror finish.

A box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface delivers high legibility from any angle. Not only are the new watches slimmer than the previous limited-edition King Seiko watches that also used the 6L35 movement, but they are also 0.2mm thinner than the original King Seiko KSK, despite having automatic winding and a date window.

Fitted on stainless steel bracelets, both watches will be available at the Seiko Boutiques and select retail stores worldwide from July 2023.

Technical details

King Seiko SJE089 (SJE089J1) and SJE091 (SJE091J1)
JDM Reference numbers SDKA005 and SDKA007

Movement
Caliber 6L35, Automatic
Vibrations: 28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)
Power reserve: 45 hours
Number of jewels: 26

Other specifications
Stainless steel case and bracelet
Box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Screw case back
Diameter: 38.6mm, Thickness: 10.7mm
Water resistance: 5 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m

Approximate recommended retail prices in Europe
€3,400 for each version

Aquastar 2023 Model 60

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Swiss diving watch specialist Aquastar presents Model 60, a new 37mm model that pays tribute to the brand’s earliest traditions in adventure and exploration activities. This timepiece is the re-edition of the Aquastar Model 60 from 1957.

Aquastar 2023 Model 60 diving watch

On 23rd January in 1960 when US Navy Lieutenant Don Walsh, wearing an original Model 60, and co-pilot Jacques Piccard, made a pioneering journey to the bottom of the Challenger Deep, aboard the bathyscaphe Trieste to a record-breaking depth of 10,916 meters (35,814 feet).

Walsh’s Model 60 is recognized as Aquastar’s inaugural tool watch housing the brand’s first major innovation – a friction ring in the rotating bezel to prevent accidental rotations. Devised and originally patented by Aquastar, this safety mechanism would later become a standard feature of dive watches.

Aquastar 2023 Model 60 diving watch

In the brand’s early years, Aquastar also produced a wide range of nautical instruments, like compasses and analog depth gauges, many of which could be worn in conjunction with an Aquastar watch to create a singular timekeeping and navigational instrument for the wrist.

Thanks to this expertise, Aquastar turned out to be a perfect choice for mariners, professional divers, and ocean conservationists during the sixties and seventies.

The 2023 Model 60 pays tribute to this special era, with a new oil-filled compass which can be secured to the watch head using the tail end of a Tropic or NATO-style pass-through strap at 6:00.

The new Aquastar 2023 Model 60 has a stainless steel case with a Swiss-made La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement beating inside it. It has a black dial with ecru-colored SuperLuminova.

Aquastar 2023 Model 60

Fitted with domed sapphire crystal glass, unidirectional rotating bezel and stainless steel case-back, this diver is water-resistant up to 200 meters.

Aquastar 2023 Model 60 diving watch

The pre-order price of Aquastar Model 60 Re-Edition is $990 (retail price: $1,290). The first 100 orders will receive a free liquid-filled compass.

Technical details

Model: Aquastar 2023 Model 60

Case
316L Stainless steel
Diameter: 37mm
Thickness: 10.5mm
Crystal: Domed sapphire with anti-reflective coating
Bezel: Unidirectional rotating w/ ceramic bearings, engraved 60 minute count-up timer
Water resistance: 200m, 600 feet (20atm)

Movement
Swiss-made La Joux-Perret G100 automatic (Top Grade, adjusted in 4 positions)
Dimensions: Ø26 mm x 4.50 mm
Frequency: 4 Hz
Power reserve: 68 h
Lift Angle: 51 degrees
Number of rubies: 28
Rotor: Tungsten, Ball Bearing
Anti-Shock Device: KIF

Functions
Hour, minute and seconds indicators

Dial
Black with ecru-colored SuperLuminova

Bracelet
Black seatbelt-style NATO or genuine Tropic rubber strap
Stainless Steel beads-of-rice with push-button locking clasp (sold separately)

Gift with Purchase
First 100 orders receive a free liquid-filled compass

Price
Pre-Order Price: $990
Retail Price: $1,290

Shipping
June 2023

Formex REEF Radiant Bronze for Collective

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Created in collaboration with Collective Horology, the Formex REEF Radiant Bronze for Collective comes with a unique in-house bronze dial.

Formex Reef 42 mm Radiant Bronze COSC 300M Automatic for Collective Horology

Available Exclusively from Collective Shop, the 300m water resistant diving watch features a vertically brushed bronze dial. A rarity in watchmaking, this bronze dial was developed and produced by Formex’s in-house dial production facility.

Formex Reef 42 mm Radiant Bronze COSC 300M Automatic for Collective Horology

The vertical brushed finish allows the dial to take on a variety of rich and vibrant hues depending on light sources and the angles from which it’s viewed.

Formex Reef 42 mm Radiant Bronze COSC 300M Automatic for Collective Horology

The Formex REEF Radiant Bronze for Collective has a 42mm diameter case in stainless steel. Equipped with a 120-click, unidirectional black ceramic bezel, this diving watch is available on either a stainless-steel bracelet or rubber strap. It comes with an innovative interchangeable bezel system.

It also offers quick-release system for all strap options, and gradual micro-adjustment system. Inside the 11.4mm thick case beats the COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 automatic movement with 56 hours of power reserve.

This unique edition is produced in limited quantities exclusively for Collective Shop. The first 50 timepieces with a limited number available are for purchase now from Collective Shop online. Pricing is $1935 USD on rubber and $2065 USD on bracelet. Customers based in Europe can visit Formex watches online store to purchase this timepiece.

Formex Reef 42 mm Radiant Bronze COSC 300M Automatic for Collective Horology

Collective Horology creates collaborative watches for enthusiasts, and retails independent brands with limited distribution in the US. Since its founding in 2018, Collective has produced watches together with brands including IWC Schaffhausen, URWERK, H. Moser & Cie., Zenith, Czapek, Armin Strom and J.N. Shapiro.

Collective Shop is an authorized retailer for Arcanaut, Fears, Formex, James Lamb as well as J.N. Shapiro rings and watches.

Technical details

Model: Formex REEF Radiant Bronze for Collective

Movement
Swiss Made Sellita SW300-1 self-winding movement
Officially certified by COSC
25 jewels
Date display
Custom-built skeleton rotor with thermally blued screws
56 hours power reserve

Case
316L Stainless steel case
Diameter: 42mm
Height: 11.4mm
Lug width: 22mm
Lug-to-lug: 47mm
Glass: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflection treatment
Bezel: Unidirectional rotating bezel with Ceramic bezel insert
Screw-down crown
Water resistance: 30 bar (300 metres / 1000 feet)

Dial
Radiant Bronze dial with vertically-brushed finish and hand-applied indexes
BGW9 Super-LumiNova on hands and indexes

Strap
Stainless steel bracelet with screwed links, Quick Release function and stainless steel buckle with patented Micro-Adjustment System
Black rubber strap with curved spring bars, Quick Release function and carbon fiber composite deployant clasp with patented Micro-Adjustment System

Zenith Defy Skyline and Defy Skyline Skeleton Black Ceramic Models

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Swiss luxury watch brand Zenith presents new black ceramic version of the DEFY Skyline and DEFY Skyline Skeleton models.

The DEFY Skyline collection was introduced in 2022 as the modern successor to the ZENITH DEFY line of rugged and boldly designed wristwatches from 1969. Now the brand enhances this range by introducing new black ceramic editions of the DEFY Skyline and DEFY Skyline Skeleton watches. Even the integrated bracelet that follows the contours of the case is crafted in black ceramic.

ZENITH Defy Skyline Black Ceramic

A black patterned rubber strap with a blackened steel folding clasp is also included, and swapping between it and the ceramic bracelet is effortless using the quick strap-change mechanism integrated directly in the case back.

The DEFY Skyline Ceramic features a black galvanic dial with a sunray finish, shimmering as the light hits its surface. The entire dial features a geometric pattern, consisting of the ZENITH four-pointed stars that historically featured prominently on the case backs of vintage DEFY references as a “double Z”.

Evoking the starry night sky, the blackened star-shaped sunken into the dial feature sharp inward facets, with different angles catching light.

ZENITH Defy Skyline Black Ceramic

For the DEFY Skyline Skeleton Ceramic, the open dial features a blackened large central four-pointed star element, revealing the skeleton movement with black bridges and main plate.

ZENITH Defy Skyline Black Ceramic Skeleton

An exceptional feat, the Manufacture’s engineers successfully incorporated the shape of the open dial into the skeletonisation of the movement’s bridges and main plate, forming an integral whole. With its subtle contrast of dark tones, the visual depth is further enhanced in this unique skeleton watch with a 1/10th of a second indicator.

Both the DEFY Skyline Ceramic and DEFY Skyline Skeleton Ceramic feature faceted polished hands and applied indices filled with white Super-LumiNova for effortless readability – day and night.

Both references are powered by the El Primero 3620 automatic high-frequency manufacture movement, beating at the rate of 5Hz (36’000VpH), providing a 1/10th of a second indicator directly driven by the escapement. Its efficient automatic bi-directional winding mechanism with a blackened star-shaped rotor delivers a power reserve of approximately 60 hours.

ZENITH Defy Skyline Black Ceramic Skeleton

The DEFY Skyline and DEFY Skyline Skeleton are available from ZENITH physical and online boutiques, as well as authorized ZENITH retailers around the world.

Technical details

Model: ZENITH Defy Skyline Black Ceramic
Reference: 49.9300.3620/21.I001

Movement
El Primero 3620, Automatic
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: Approx. 60 hours
Finishes: Special oscillating weight with satined finishings
Silicon escape-wheel and lever

Functions
Hours and minutes in the centre
1/10th of a second indication at 9 o’clock
Date indication at 3 o’clock

Case
Black Ceramic
Diameter: 41mm
Screwed-in crown
Water resistance: 10 ATM

Dial
Black-toned sunray-patterned
Starry sky pattern on the dial
Hour markers: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1
Hands: Rhodium-plated, faceted and coated with SuperLuminova SLN C1

Bracelet
Black Ceramic bracelet and folding clasp
Comes with a black rubber strap with starry sky pattern and with a black PVD stainless buckle with folding clasp
Full Interchangeable strap system

Price
14,900 CHF

Model: ZENITH Defy Skyline Black Ceramic Skeleton
Reference: 49.9300.3620/78.I001

ZENITH Defy Skyline Black Ceramic Skeleton

Movement
El Primero 3620, Automatic
Frequency: 36,000 VpH (5 Hz)
Power reserve: Approx. 60 hours
Finishes: Special oscillating weight with satined finishings
Silicon escape-wheel and lever

Functions
Hours and minutes in the centre
1/10th of a second indication at 6 o’clock

Case
Black ceramic case
Diameter: 41mm
Screwed-in crown
Water resistance: 10 ATM

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

Bracelet
Black Ceramic bracelet and folding clasp
Comes with a black rubber strap with starry sky pattern and with a black PVD stainless buckle with folding clasp
Full Interchangeable strap system

Price
16,900 CHF

Tag Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton

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To mark the prestigious 2023 Monaco Grand Prix, Swiss luxury watch brand TAG Heuer has launched three new avant-garde, innovative and vibrant Monaco chronograph skeleton dial versions.

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Original Blue

Over 50 years after the birth of the iconic Heuer Monaco, TAG Heuer is taking a further step towards a unique Monaco design by incorporating a skeleton dial. This marks the first time that the collection unveils the mechanism of the watch.

The modern Monaco Chronograph skeleton watch comes in three versions: Original Blue, Racing Red, and Turquoise. Each dial version tells a unique history.

The “Original Blue” draws inspiration from the first-ever TAG Heuer Monaco blue dial. The blue and red colours are featured on the dial, the blue on the column wheel and the oscillating mass engravings – an overall design paying homage to the TAG Heuer Monaco 1969 and its original success.

The “Racing Red” nods to the racing DNA of the TAG Heuer Monaco, with the colour red often referencing the racing sparks made on the tracks.

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Racing Red

The black and silver colour touches are especially noticeable on the dial, along with the red column wheel and red engravings being visible on the oscillating mass, which completes the racing-inspired feel.

The “Turquoise” piece is the third watch to round-off the collection, offering a fresh and avant-garde take on TAG Heuer’s Monaco design.

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Turquoise

The engaging turquoise, a little nod to Monaco’s coastline and the red color can be seen specifically on the dial, with the turquoise also being sported on the column wheel and on the engravings of the oscillating mass.

The in-house Heuer 02 movement that powers all three timepieces employs a conventional column wheel to activate the chronograph and boasts an 80-hour power reserve. Its engraved oscillating mass is visible through the sapphire case back.

The new Monaco skeletons have a technical and rugged appearance thanks to their sandblasted titanium (grade 2) case.

The Super-LumiNova® treatment on the carved indexes and hands of the watch adds an edgy and futuristic touch. The date window with the same luminous treatment is also a first for the TAG Heuer Monaco, making it easy to read in low-light conditions.

Each timepiece comes the innovative bi-material strap, which combines rubber and leather for optimal comfort and style. These straps come in black or blue respectively, adding to the watches’ overall racing appeal.

Technical details

Movement
Calibre HEUER 02 Automatic
Dedicated oscillating weight and column wheel

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, date, chronograph

Case
39 mm diameter
Lug-to-lug: 47.4 mm
Thickness: 14.7 mm
Beveled, domed sapphire crystal
Water resistance: 100 meters

Availability
May 2023

Models

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Original Blue
Reference CBL2182.FT6235

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Original Blue

Dial
Blue sandblasted dial 3 counters:
– 3 o’clock: blue opalin minute chronograph counter; red lacquered hand
– 6 o’clock: permanent second indicator; rhodium plated hand
– 9 o’clock: blue opalin hour chronograph counter; red lacquered hand
Machined indexes white lacquered with blue Super-LumiNova®
Rhodium plated facetted hour and minute hands with blue Super-LumiNova®
Red lacquered central hand
Rhodium plated TAG HEUER applied logo
6 o’clock date with blue Super-LumiNova®
MONACO SWISS MADE printed

Case
Titanium grade 2 sandblasted case
Sandblasted titanium grade 2 crown
Sandblasted titanium grade 2 screwed sapphire case back

Bracelet
Embossed blue calf skin & rubber strap
Sandblasted titanium grade 2 folding clasp with double safety pushbuttons; TAG Heuer shield

Estimated retail price
10’500 CHF

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Racing Red
Reference CBL2183.FT6236

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Racing Red

Dial
Black sandblasted dial 3 counters:
– 3 o’clock: black opalin minute chronograph counter; red lacquered hand
– 6 o’clock: permanent second indicator; black lacquered hand
– 9 o’clock: black opalin hour chronograph counter; red lacquered hand
Machined white lacquered indexes with blue Super-LumiNova®
Black gold-plated facetted hour and minute hands with blue Super-LumiNova®
Red lacquered central hand
Rhodium plated TAG HEUER applied logo
6 o’clock date with blue Super-LumiNova®
MONACO SWISS MADE printed

Case
Titanium grade 2 sandblasted case
Sandblasted titanium grade 2 crown
Sandblasted titanium grade 2 screwed sapphire case back

Bracelet
Embossed black calf skin & rubber strap
Sandblasted titanium grade 2 folding clasp with double safety pushbuttons
TAG Heuer shield

Estimated retail price
10’500 CHF

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Turquoise
Reference CBL2184.FT6236

TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Turquoise

Dial
Black sandblasted dial 3 counters:
– 3 o’clock: black, turquoise opalin minute chronograph counter; red lacquered hand
– 6 o’clock: permanent second indicator; black lacquered hand
– 9 o’clock: black, turquoise opalin hour chronograph counter; red lacquered hand
Machined indexes turquoise lacquered with blue Super-LumiNova®
Black gold-plated facetted hour and minute hands with light blue Super- LumiNova®
Red lacquered central hand
Rhodium plated TAG HEUER applied logo
6 o’clock date with blue Super-LumiNova®
MONACO SWISS MADE printed

Case
Black DLC Titanium grade 2 sandblasted case
Sandblasted black DLC titanium grade 2 screwed sapphire case back

Bracelet
Embossed black calf skin & rubber strap
Sandblasted black DLC titanium grade 2 folding clasp with double safety pushbuttons
TAG Heuer shield

Estimated retail price
11’000 CHF

Spinnaker Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary Limited Edition

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Spinnaker announces its new dive watch model, the Hull Commander Automatic. The inaugural collection includes a series of exclusive models with semi-precious dials, as part of the Lapidary Limited Edition.

Spinnaker Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary Limited Edition

The Spinnaker Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary watch comes with a 42mm diameter case made of marine grade 316L stainless steel. This cushion shaped case is topped by a scratch resistant sapphire lens and a robust unidirectional turning bezel.

Spinnaker Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary Limited Edition

It features a minimal design yet completely functional for an altogether militaristic look. Presently two semi-precious stone dial versions are available: Tiger Eye and Lapis Lazuli. Each variant is limited to 250 pieces.

The hand-crafted semi-precious stone dials host bold sized hands and hour-markers, all filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova for ensuring optimum dial readability even in the darkness.

Spinnaker Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary Limited Edition

Each Hull Commander comes with an elegant yet robust stainless steel bracelet. Along with each timepiece the brand will provide an additional accordion shape, non-toxic, non-allergenic, sea-water proof vulcanised rubber strap designed to fit the 22mm lug width.

Spinnaker Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary Limited Edition

With 300m water resistance, each Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary watch houses the Seiko TMI NH35 automatic movement. Available from 26th May 2023, its retail price is USD $520.

For more details, please visit Spinnaker watches online store.

Technical details

Model: Spinnaker Hull Commander Automatic Lapidary Limited Edition

Versions

  • SP-5114-33: TIGER EYE
  • SP-5114-55: LAPIS LAZULI

Case
316L stainless steel case
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 14mm
Lug width: 22mm
Sapphire lens with anti-reflective coating
Stainless steel unidirectional turning bezel
Screw lock crown
Water resistance: 30 ATM/ 300m

Dial
Tiger Eye (brown)/ Lapis Lazuli (Blue)
Swiss Super-LumiNova indexes
Hands with Swiss Super-LumiNova

Movement
Seiko NH35 Automatic
24 Jewels

Strap
Stainless steel solid bracelet with extra rubber strap
Fold over buckle with safety lock and push button

Warranty
2 Years

Recommended retail price
$520

More details available at Spinnaker watches website.

Vulcain Cricket André Didixein CronotempVs Collectors

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Created in collaboration with CronotempVs, the limited edition Cricket André “DIDIXEIN” Ditisheim watch is a tribute to André Didisheim, descendant of the founder of Vulcain and Real Madrid football player.

Vulcain Cricket « André Didixein » CronotempVs Collectors

André Didisheim, grandson of Maurice Ditisheim, was as an excellent sportsman and footballer. In 1907, he went to Madrid to learn Spanish because at the time South America was one of the most important markets for Swiss watch manufacture. André Didisheim displayed his talent as an attacking midfielder and signed with Madrid FC (now known as Real Madrid FC).

Vulcain Cricket « André Didixein » CronotempVs Collectors

While in Madrid FC, his name Didisheim was changed to “Didixein”. Paying tribute to André Didisheim, the Vulcain x CronotempVs Collectors limited edition Cricket watch has a 39mm diameter case with engraved steel polished case-back.

The crown placed at 3:00 can be used to manually wind the watch movement in one direction to set the alarm and in the opposite direction to set the time. The pusher placed at 2:00 sets the alarm with the arrow-shaped hand.

The vintage themed dial with the touches of gray colour, the dial features Arabic numerals coated with Superluminova. This timepiece is limited to 47 units.

Vulcain Cricket « André Didixein » CronotempVs Collectors

Powering this timepiece, the Vulcain V-10 caliber is an evolution of the original movement from 1947. It is a manual-winding movement with a double barrel, operating at 18,000 vibrations per hour, and providing a power reserve of 50 hours.

Technical details

Model: Vulcain Cricket « André Didixein » CronotempVs Collectors

Case
316L polished steel
Diameter: 39.00mm
Thickness 12.80mm
Glass: Domed sapphire glass
Water resistance: 50 meters

Movement
Mechanical hand wound caliber manufacture Vulcain Cricket V-10 double barrel, 18,000 v/h. 50hr power reserve.

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds and 20 seconds alarm duration

Dial
Shades of grey

Strap
Brown calf leather

Price
4,300 Euros (ex. VAT)

Edition
Limited edition of 47 units

Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000

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Casio expands its OCEANUS collection by introducing the new Manta Series OCW-S7000 series. Fusing technology with elegance, this new multi-function sports watch boasts a high quality finish and a thin and beautiful form. Available in three references – OCW-S7000, OCW-S7000A and OCW-S7000B – this timepiece will be released in June 2023.

Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000

The OCW-S7000 is an ultrathin sports chronograph in titanium with a tachymeter on the sapphire glass on the top of the bezel. The blue vapor-deposited sapphire glass bezel offers different expressions depending on the viewing angle.

Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000-1A

Presenting three Casio OCEANUS Chronograph Manta Series models are available: OCW-S7000-1A with a black dial, OCW-S7000A-2A with a light blue gradient dial, and OCW-S7000B-2A with a blue gradation dial. Among these references, the light blue gradient dial version is limited to 1,500 pieces.

Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000A-2A

This 42mm diameter watch with a 9.5 mm thick case boasts a sharp mirror surface that extends from 12 o’clock to 6 o’clock on the side and the three-dimensional lugs with slopes, endowing a sporty impression with a sense of speed. OCW-S7000-1A and OCW-S7000A-2A have titanium cases, and OCW-S7000B-2A features a black DLC titanium case.

Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000B-2A

In terms of functionality, in addition to the radio wave reception function, OCEANUS Manta Series is equipped with a time correction function that uses a smartphone link using Bluetooth® to display accurate time in regions around the world. Moreover, the CASIO WATCHES app allows the owner to easily and intuitively set the world time from about 300 cities.

Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000

The recommended retail price range of the Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000 is 198,000 yen to 236,500 yen.

Technical details

Model: Casio OCEANUS Manta Series OCW-S7000

Case
Titanium or Black DLC titanium
Dimensions: 47.5 × 42.8 × 9.5mm
Double-sided anti-reflective coating sapphire glass (dual curve)
Tachymeter bezel in sapphire
Water resistance: 10 ATM/100m

Dial
OCW-S7000-1A: black dial
OCW-S7000A-2A: light blue gradient dial
OCW-S7000B-2A: blue gradation dial

Receiving radio wave
JJY (Japan): 40 kHz (Fukushima station) / 60 kHz (Kyushu station),
WWVB (USA): 60 kHz, MSF (UK): 60 kHz
DCF77 (Germany): 77.5 kHz, BPC (China): 68.5 kHz

Radio wave reception method
Automatic reception (maximum 6 times/day, China only maximum 5 times/day)

Communication specifications
Bluetooth® low energy
Communication distance: ~2m (varies depending on the environment)

World time
27 cities around the world (38 time zones, with automatic summer time setting function) + UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) time display, home time city replacement function

Stopwatch
1 second measurement, 24 hour meter

Mobile link function (function interlocking with compatible mobile phones via Bluetooth® communication)
Automatic time adjustment, easy clock setting, approx. 300 cities in world time, mobile phone search, clock status display, Premium Production Line production certificate, time & place

Other features
Automatic needle position correction function, full auto calendar, date/day display, power saving function, battery indicator display

Power supply
Tough Solar (solar charging system)

Continuous drive time
When using the function without solar power generation from full charge: About 5 months
When power saving state: About 19 months

Suggested retail price in Japan including taxes
OCW-S7000-1A: 198,000 yen
OCW-S7000A-2A: 214,500 yen
OCW-S7000B-2A: 236,500 yen

Bracelet
Titanium bracelet with single-push three-fold clasp with slide adjustment mechanism

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man”

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Audemars Piguet presents the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Spider-Man, as the second part of its collaboration with Marvel that began in 2021.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Spider-Man Limited Edition

Limited to 250 pieces, the Royal Oak Concept Spider-Man Tourbillon watch is accompanied by a unique piece, which will be auctioned off to benefit the First Book and Ashoka associations, non-profit organisations that work to empower young people to create change and a positive impact.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” Limited Edition

Following the AP Royal Oak Concept “Black Panther” Flying Tourbillon, which launched in 2021, this second collaboration with Marvel features Spider-Man, one of Marvel’s most popular Super Heroes.

Presented in a 42 mm titanium case contrasted with a black ceramic bezel and crown, this timepiece stands out with its new and exceptionally crafted open-worked movement.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Spider-Man Limited Edition

Based on the Calibre 2948, the new hand-wound Calibre 2974 required all the open-working expertise of Audemars Piguet’s engineers, watchmakers and craftspeople. This movement comes with a high level of transparency that allows Spider-Man’s character to appear in a three-dimensional form as if suspended in the void through the sapphire crystal.

The silhouette and volume of the character are first cut from a block of white gold using a CNC machine. The Super Hero’s suit is then laser-engraved to obtain the differences in texture that give it its textile appearance. After this step, touch-ups and engraving-related finishings are meticulously done by hand by a single artisan, making each piece unique.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Spider-Man Limited Edition

The character is ultimately hand-painted to give him his recognizable two-tone aesthetic, contrasting mat red and metallic blue.

The dial hosts alternating black PVD-coated gold hour-markers and Arabic numerals that are overlaid by hands designed in the same material. All have a polished finish and are enhanced with a white luminescence that turns blue in the dark, subtly referring to the world of Spider-Man.

The AP Spiderman watch is adorned with refined decorations that are faithful to watchmaking tradition and the design codes of the Manufacture. The case alternates between polished and micro-blasted finishes on the top and bottom, while the sides are satin-finished. The movement, however, features a range of decorations, from traits-tirés to sandblasting and polishing.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Black Suit Spider-Man”

Limited to 250 pieces, this model is accompanied by a unique piece called the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Black Suit Spider-Man”.

This one-of-a-kind timepiece comes in a white gold case decorated with a spider leg motif. The case is first laser-engraved to create the spider’s legs, which are then filled with luminescent hybrid ceramic.

It is then polished and finely engraved by laser once more to form a spider’s web in the background. It is combined with a black ceramic bezel with ceramic also adorning the caseback that bears the words “Royal Oak Concept Unique Piece” in white.

Spider-Man appears on the dial in a black suit, a reference to the one worn by the Super Hero in several 1980s comics, notably The Amazing Spider-Man #252 in 1984.

Interchangeable strap system

For the first time, the 42 mm Royal Oak Concept case is equipped with an interchangeable strap system, which allows the owner of the watch to change the strap and buckle in a few simple steps.

Equipped with a black and grey rubber strap and a titanium AP buckle, the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” comes with a second black and red rubber strap, matching the famous suit of the Marvel Super Hero.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Spider-Man Limited Edition

The unique Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Black Suit Spider-Man” comes with a black rubber strap with a velvety texture and a second black calfskin leather strap with a textile effect and white stitching.

Technical details

Model: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Spider-Man 42 mm
Reference 26631IO.OO.D002CA.01

Case
Titanium case
Diameter: 42mm
Case thickness: 15 mm
Black ceramic bezel
Screw-down crown
Glare-proofed sapphire crystal and caseback
Water resistant to 50 m

Movement
Hand-wound Calibre 2974
Total diameter 32, 25 mm (14 ¼ lignes)
Total thickness 5.82 mm
Number of parts 197
Number of jewels 19
Minimum power reserve guaranteed 72 h
Frequency of balance wheel 3 Hz (21,600 vibrations/hour)

Functions
Tourbillon, hours and minutes

Dial
Open-worked movement
3D Spider-Man character in hand-painted gold
Gold hour-markers and hands with luminescent coating

Bracelet
Black and grey rubber strap with interchangeable system and AP folding clasp
Additional black and red rubber strap