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Sep 02, 2010

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the famous
Instrumento N Uno collection, the house of
de Grisogono has reinvented the iconic watches, lending them a distinctly contemporary feel.
Each interpretation of the emblematic de Grisogono watch accommodates a
self-winding mechanical movement. It is equipped with two essential complications: a
dual time-zone display and an
oversized date indicator, located at 7.35.
The novel line will meet the most stringent expectations of both men and women. The ladies are offered a perfect opportunity to choose from
four different designs, which exude incredible freshness, promising joy and happiness.
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Sep 02, 2010

Since 2005,
Nicole Kidman has been a highly respected member of
Omega’s family of brand ambassadors. The prominent actress has starred in Omega’s “
My Choice” advertising campaign and has participated in select public events on behalf of the Omega Company.
In addition to being a talented actress loved and respected by people all over the world, Nicole Kidman is an active campaigner for children’s and women’s rights. She represents a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF Australia and UNIFEM, having also been named a “
Citizen of the World” by the United Nations.
In August,
Nicole Kidman joined a
special event organized by Omega in Hong Kong, as a Goodwill Ambassador for the UNIFEM, having introduced her husband, Grammy Award-winning singer
Keith Urban who performed in a private concert aimed to benefit the organization.
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Sep 02, 2010

Fans of
IWC wristwatches may admire two fine classic perpetual calendar models on wrists of the leading characters in Oliver Stone’s new movie
Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps.
Michael Douglas, acting as the notorious
Gordon Gekko, and
Shia LaBeouf, acting as the innovative Jacob Moore, both wear complicated IWC watches. Shia Lebeouf opts for an
IWC Portuguese Perpetual Calendar watch, Ref. IW502303, while Gordon Gekko prefers an
IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar watch crafted in rose gold, Ref. IW376205.
The
IWC Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar watch is a perfect timekeeping companion for those who love utmost sophistication. It demonstrates a successful combination of a black dial and a warm 18K red gold tonneau-shaped case coupled with a black alligator leather strap.
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Sep 02, 2010

On the occasion of the sweeping victory, gained by the
Spain’s La Roja soccer team in the course of the
2010 FIFA World Cup, the house of
Cuervo y Sobrinos has launched a new model, as a part of its
Robusto collection.
Manufactured by the historically Cuban brand, the
novel La Roja Limited Edition watch is proposed with a 42 mm steel case. Its back side boasts a commemorative engraving.
The case is complimented by a welcoming dial, done in lume. The clearly laid out display catches the eye with oversized cheerful Arabic numerals, performed in red.
Paired with a contrasting black dot hour-marker, each figure enlivens the face of the model. Taking care of hours, minutes and seconds are elegant steel hands.
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Sep 02, 2010
Casio is extremely pleased to bring forth its
new G-Shock Frogman GWF1000-1 watch. Developed with scuba diving in mind, this novelty offers certain technical upgrades over its popular predecessor.
The new Casio watch is equipped with special features, which make it an essential diving accessory. It boasts the
Time Measurement Mode, intended for measuring the total time spent underwater as well as the time spent on the surface.
Moreover, the watch is fitted with a
memory log, which serves to record dive times.
Mind-blowing in its appearance, the Casio watch also includes a tide graph and a moon graph, meant for tracking high and low tides and an advanced
Non-Stop Tough Solar Power.
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Sep 01, 2010
Chopard has stunned the horological world by the presentation of its incredible
L.U.C XP Tonneau watch. It embodies technical mastery, rarity and elegance - the values, deeply cherished by the brand.
An enchanting addition to the acclaimed L.U.C collection, this ultra-thin novelty employs a slender tonneau-shaped case, which successfully unites traditional and modern elements.
Dressed in
18-carat white or
rose gold, it proudly demonstrates a satin-brushed and polished surface.
The case features the dimensions of
40.00 mm x 37.00 mm x 7.22 mm: height, width and thickness indicated correspondingly.
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Sep 01, 2010

Universally famous as one of the most beautiful women in the world and a talented Indian actress,
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gives her preference to
Longines watches, representing the brand’s ambassadress since 1999. The highly feminine image of the Indian beauty perfectly matches Longines motto – “
Elegance is an Attitude.”
In
The Pink Panther 2, Aishwarya Rai wears on her wrist a
La Grande Classique de Longines watch, featuring a black lacquered dial and a crocodile black strap. The remarkably slim case of the celebrity watch is sculptured in stainless steel and sparkles with 48 Top Wesselton VVS diamonds.
The
Longines DolceVita watch is also on the list of Aishwarya Rai’s favorites. The lady’s accessory boasts a rectangular stainless steel case embellished with 32 diamonds. The celebrity watch provides precision timekeeping, being animated by an L178 quartz movement.
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Sep 01, 2010

The Japanese watch brand
Citizen has provided a true delight to its faithful admirers by launching its
new Alterna Pilot Eco-Drive watch.
The aesthetic appeal of this horological item lies in a clever blend of functional layout and an alluring combination of colors.
The dial catches and holds the gaze with its bright orange-painted elements, which provide a stunning contrast with the “full black” spirit of the new Citizen pilot’s watch.
The instrument-style display includes oversized Arabic numerals, which are easy to read even in poor light conditions.
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Sep 01, 2010

The prominent
Girard-Perregaux 1966 collection welcomes a new member – the
1966 Perpetual Calendar watch. The
dial, demonstrating a symmetrical layout, is created for classic-style lovers.
The
case of the watch is rendered in pink or white gold and measures 40mm in diameter. It features an anti-reflective sapphire crystal over the dial and a sapphire case-back. The timepiece is 30-meter water-resistant.
The heart of the new Girard-Perregaux watch accommodates an
in-house mechanical self-winding movement - caliber GP033Q0, built from 288 components. The 26-jewel movement, operating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, provides a
46-hour power reserve.
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Aug 31, 2010

Lovers of fine timepieces will be delighted to discover the
new Grand Tourbillon XP Ronde d’Or watch, manufactured by
Ateliers de Monaco.
The breathtaking novelty employs a
round-shaped 43 mm case, composed of 31 individual parts. The core of the case is sculptured in titanium, characterized by extreme lightness. Its curved side panels, meanwhile, are rendered in
18K white gold.
The case of the new Ateliers de Monaco watch is brushed, polished and assembled by hand. It is framed by a bezel, sculptured in white gold. On its front side, the case is assembled with a sapphire crystal with multi-layered glare-proofed treatment.
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Aug 31, 2010

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the
Corum iconic Admiral’s Cup collection welcomes a new member – the
Admiral’s Cup Deep Hull 48 watch. The new timepiece is created for those interested in deep-sea diving.
The
signature 12-sided case of the Admiral’s Cup Deep Hull measures 48mm in diameter and is available in two versions –in titanium and in black PVD titanium. Equipped with a unidirectional rotating bezel and a helium decompression valve found at 9:30, the case construction boasts an
impressive level of water-resistance –
down to 1000 meters.
The new Corum watch guarantees precision timekeeping as it is animated by an
automatic COSC-certified chronometer movement - caliber CO947. Operating at a balance frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, the 24-jewel movement gives an advantage of a 42-hour power reserve.
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Aug 31, 2010

On the occasion of the
Singapore Grand Prix 2010, the famous sports event to start on September 26th,
Chronoswiss has launched a special edition of the
skeletonized Grand Opus Chronograph.
The
new Chronoswiss Grand Opus Singapore Grand Prix watch is proposed with an
impressive stainless steel case, which measures 41 mm in diameter and stands 14.6 mm in height. Its surface is treated with DLC coating in dark anthracite grey.
Composed of 39 individual parts, the case of the new Chronoswiss watch incorporates a fluted screw-down bezel, which holds securely a full thread and anti-reflective sapphire crystal. The same glass is used for the screw-down polished case-back. It is inscribed with an individual number of the timepiece.
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Aug 31, 2010
Frederique Constant has joined efforts with cigar maker
Cohiba to please lovers of fine watchmaking and premium cigars. They have created two exclusive wristwatches housed in handsome wood humidors.
The Frederique Constant watches demonstrate an
ivory-colored dial completed with elegant tobacco brown Roman numerals. The
sleek case, in stainless steel or plated in rose gold, is presented on a hand-sewn Croco-pattern calf strap, also in tobacco brown.
The humidor has a special window that allows to see the cigars within. Each set contains
25 Cohiba Crystal cigars, handmade in the Dominican Republic.
The
Frederique Constant for Cohiba Limited Edition watches are expected to be introduced at a private VIP reception to be held on September 22 at Club Macanudo in New York City.
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Aug 30, 2010

Since 2005,
Breitling and
John Travolta have been united by their passion for aviation.
Breitling is world-famous as the producer of most reliable and functional timekeepers for pilots, with the
Navitimer and
Chronomat models on the top of the list. The Breitling high-performance "wrist instruments,” characterized by utmost sturdiness and functionality, are created to reflect the requirements of the most demanding professionals.
The brand couldn't find a better ambassador for its timekeeping instruments for professionals than John
Travolta. The talented actor is also an experienced pilot really passionate about aviation. When he was a boy, Travolta dreamed of becoming a pilot and, having turned 16, he started taking flight lessons and got his pilot’s license at the age of 19.
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Aug 30, 2010
Maurice Lacroix is extremely delighted to deliver a new model within its acclaimed
Les Classiques collection.
The
novel Classique Chronograph watch symbolizes a synergy between contemporary design and technical precision. A blend of elegance and simplicity, this horological creation is set in a
41 mm stainless steel case, round in shape. It is outlined by a bezel, crafted from the same material. The model is capable of withstanding water pressures down to
30 meters.
The new Maurice Lacroix watch features a sapphire crystal both on its front and back sides. Through the front-side glass the watch wearer can see the perfectly balanced dial, performed in black, silver or blue.
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Aug 30, 2010

In cooperation with the watch retailer
Hour Glass, the house of
Chopard has proudly brought forth its
new Mille Miglia Speed Black Power Control watch.
The presentation of this extraordinary addition to the popular
Mille Miglia line, inspired by the world of motor racing, took place in Singapore. Issued in a limited edition of just 150 pieces, the brand’s novelty is offered at authorized Hour Glass boutiques starting with August 2010.
The new Chopard watch boggles the public’s imagination by its exciting
combination of orange and black. Dressed in orange, the power reserve indicator, indexes and hands flash against the black background, providing a perfect level of darkness visibility.
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Aug 30, 2010
Raymond Weil is extremely pleased to decorate ladies’ wrists with its new
Freelancer Autumn Time watch, a worthy successor of the remarkably well-received
Freelancer Chronographe and
Freelancer Summertime models.
A vibrant tribute to beauty and femininity, the timepiece charms the eye by its charismatic design, distinguished by quiet understatement.
Featured in two versions, the new Raymond Weil watch is instantly identifiable due to its
self-winding mechanical RW4200 movement.
The caliber is equipped with a
balance wheel, opened to view at 12 o’clock. Artfully paved with 26 jewels, the movement offers a
38-hour power reserve.
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Aug 30, 2010

If you are fascinated by vintage-style staff and feel passionate about New York, you will surely appreciate the new
Girard-Perregaux timepiece – the
Vintage 1945 New York Limited Edition watch. The watch demonstrates fine contemporary craftsmanship inherent to the brand.
The
"Grand Feu" black enamel dial impresses by its clarity. Besides hours and minutes indicated by elegant hands, the dial also features small seconds in a counter found at 7 o’clock, a power reserve indicator at and a date sub-dial at 5 o’clock.
The
Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 New York Limited Edition watch is released in a limited edition of just 10 pieces.
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Aug 30, 2010
Edox pleases its fans with another addition to its highly-demanded WRC (World Rally Championship) line – the
WRC Rally Chronograph watch.
Your glance will be immediately caught by the gold-colored start-stop button at 2 o’clock and the car-dashboard-inspired design of the dial. This is a fine timekeeping companion for passionate car drivers and rally car racing fans.
The case of the
Edox WRC Rally Chronograph watch is rendered in stainless steel and measures 45mm in diameter. It features massive chronograph pushers and a crown. It is 100-meter water-resistant.
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Aug 29, 2010

The story of Panerai-Sylvester Stallone friendly cooperation started in 1995, when the famous Italian-American actor asked the brand to produce for him a highly limited special edition of watches that acquired the name ‘
Slytech’ inspired by Sylvester Stallone’s nickname - ‘
Sly.’
All the Panerai for Sylvester Stallone celebrity watches feature an engraving of the
actor's signature on the case-back. One can say Sylvester Stallone is partly responsible for Panerai’s popularity in Hollywood.
One of the latest Panerai watch sported on the wrist of Sylvester Stallone was a
Panerai Luminor 1950 Regatta Rattrapante in the movie
The Expendables.
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