Baume & Mercier

The house of Baume & Mercier is happy to deliver its new Capeland Chronograph watch.

Feature-packed and elegant, the new Baume & Mercier watch is available with a 44mm x 16.5mm case. On its front side, the model is assembled with a domed sapphire crystal. The sapphire glass is also used for its curved back part. The water-resistance of the case is assured done to 50 meters.

The new Baume & Mercier Capeland Chronograph watch demonstrates a black dial. It is completed with white Arabic numerals and gilt hands. The dial shows central hours and minutes. Taking care of small seconds is a counter at 9 o’clock.
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This autumn, Baume & Mercier will proudly unveil a new timepiece - the William Baume Jumping Hour watch, released in commemoration of the company’s 180th anniversary.

Created in harmony with the best horological traditions, this exceptional timepiece is also a respectful nod to William Baume, a talented watchmaker and a grandson of the brand’s founder.

The new Baume & Mercier watch employs a round-shaped 41 mm case, rendered in red gold. It is 9.6 mm high. Both front and back sides of the timepiece are shielded by top-quality sapphire crystals.

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The horological company Baume & Mercier is pleased to bring out its new Capeland watch, with its curves and crystals making one think of living at the seaside. The soft contours of the model remind of sea-weathered stones. It is encouraged by the aesthetically symmetric geometry of the single-push chronograph, created in 1948.

Distinguished by relaxed elegance with a light sporty feel, the new Baume & Mercier watch is set in a steel case. It measures 42mm in diameter and is 15.1mm thick. The case demonstrates polished and satinized finishes. Its water-resistance is assured down to 50 meters.

The top of the model is covered by a high-grade sapphire crystal. The same glass is used for the case-back, which allows the user to admire an oscillating weight, engraved with the brand’s signature Phi symbol and embellished with Cotes de Geneve and snailed patterns.
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The timepiece manufacture Baume & Mercier has released its new Classima Executives XL watch, which exudes supreme elegance.

The new Baume & Mercier watch is set in a 42mm polished stainless steel case, round in shape. It thickness comes to 10.1mm.

The water-resistance of the model is assured down to 30 meters. The front side of the case is protected by a high-grade sapphire crystal. The same glass is used for the case-back, which permits the glance into an automatic Soprod 9040 movement.
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Baume & Mercier provides a true delight to elegant contemporary women by launching its new Linea watch.

Proudly asserting its femininity, the new Baume & Mercier watch is delivered in a round-shaped polished /satin-finished steel case. It measures 32mm in diameter and is 10mm thick.

The front side of the case is protected by an anti-reflective sapphire crystal. Its back side also features a sapphire glass secured with 6 screws.

Housed in the case is a mother-of-pearl dial, graced with a snailed finish. Completed with riveted indexes, it ensures central hours, minutes and seconds as well as a date, arranged in an aperture at 6 o’clock.
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In 2010, the Baume & Mercier Classima Executives Collection will be joined by a new exceptional timepiece – the Classima Executives XL Chronograph and Complete Calendar. The timepiece strikes by its refinement and functionality.

The watch provides a wide range of functions – the chronograph and the day, date, month and moon phase functions united into the brand's "Complete Calendar". As this is not a perpetual calendar model, the timepiece requires the date adjustment for the months not having 31 days.

The new Baume & Mercier watch accommodates a high-end mechanical automatic movement (ETA 7751). The sapphire crystal case-back allows to see the beauty of an oscillating weight decorated with Cotes-de-Geneve, circular-grained bridges and blued steel screws.  read more

The new Capeland Flyback Chronograph watch from Baume & Mercier is a reinterpreted version of the classic mono-pusher, originally introduced in 1948.

The model will officially debut within the framework of the upcoming SIHH 2011 industry event.

The new Baume & Mercier watch is set in a round-shaped 42 mm case, sculptured in 18-carat rose gold or stainless steel. Its architecture incorporates an elegant bezel and lugs, manufactured from the matching material.
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The new Red Gold Dual Time & Power Reserve watch, included into the Classima 2011 collection, is a generous offer, made by Baume & Mercier.

The fascinating novelty employs an appealing 39 mm case. It is rendered in 18-carat red gold, which lends the model a special touch of warmth. The case of the new Baume & Mercier watch is equipped with a graceful winding crown, positioned at 3 o’clock. The water-resistance of the timekeeper is down to 30 meters.

The qualified specialists of the manufacture have also endowed the model with a sapphire crystal case-back. It enables the user to admire a personalized oscillating weight, marked with the brand’s PHI symbol. The oscillating weight is integrated within a self-winding Soprod 9035 movement, graced with Cotes de Geneve pattern.

The new Classima Red Gold Dual time & Power Reserve watch is adorned with a noble black dial. Inlaid with straight-line guilloche pattern, it features gilt hour-markers and Roman numerals, standing out against a dark background. Encircling the dial is a minute track, printed in white. Taking care of hours, minutes and seconds are refined central hands.

The display for the second time-zone is revealed at 12 o’clock. The power reserve indicator is presented at 6 o’clock. The dial also offers a date indication, arranged in the aperture at 3 o’clock. Ensuring the overall equilibrium of the timepiece is the brand’s logo at 9 o’clock.

The final touch is provided by a black alligator leather strap, finalized by a pin buckle. The new Baume & Mercier watch will satisfy the highest expectations of the individuals in search for contemporary elegance, backed by the technical advances.
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This year, Baume & Mercier has unveiled four new all-steel watches as a part of the brand's highly-appreciated Classima Executives collection. The new timepieces are based on the the classic and timeless values of traditional watchmaking. They radiate with harmony and elegance.

The steel round cases of the new Classima Executives watches, 39 mm or 42 mm in diameter, are coupled with polished and satin-brushed steel bracelets, while the previously introduced models in the collection were featured only on alligator leather straps.

The dials of the Baume & Mercier watches demonstrate a line guilloche decor. Elegant blued steel hands indicate the time. The dials are completed with classic Roman numerals and hour-markers. The dial of one of the models reveals the balance in motion via a dial opening at 12 o’clock.  read more

Baume and Mercier is happy to deliver its new Hampton collection, which includes distinctive watches both for women and men.

The new Baume and Mercier watches for ladies are available in polished or satin-finished steel. The case of every item has dimensions of 27mm x 40 mm. The back side of each piece sports “Sundeck decor”, designed by Baume & Mercier. It enables the user to personalize the watch with a message of affection.

The models can be plain or set with 20 scintillating diamonds, totaling to 0.73 carats. The female audience is also offered a setting of a double row of diamonds. The number of jewels comes to 36 and has a weight of 0.48 carats.

The elegant bezel frames a silvered sunburst dial or a two-toned dial in black and anthracite. Equipped with Arabic numerals, the display offers hours, minutes and a date indication at 3 o’clock.
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Baume & Mercier has enlarged its Riviera Magnum sports timepiece line by two novel models – a limited series “all black” chronograph, offering a flyback function along with a skeletonized dial and an athletic three-pointer and date display model.

Both watches are presented in a new XXL size: they boast a diameter of 45 mm. The previous interpretations’ diameter was equal to 43 mm.

The distinct features of these two innovative newcomers to the Riviera Magnum collection include much more than just their lavish size. They are also notable for a case, one side of which resembles the shape of a car radiator grille, novel hollowed hands, a larger crown as well as a new rubber strap, which demonstrates pure lines and is fitted with an adjustable triple folding clasp.

Alongside with the novelties introduced, the new Riviera Magnum XXL timepieces are characterized by the sporting, refined features of the iconic Riviera collection - solidly affixed to the case by four black PVD-treated screws, the twelve-sided bezel has been typical for the Riviera assemblage since 1973.

The watches also boast 200-meter water-resistance, attainable due to the case construction with its screw-down back and crown. Another time-tested attribute of the models in question is scratch-resistant glareproofed sapphire crystals, which guarantee optimal durability and accurate reading of the hours.

These timepieces surely retain the highest degree of excellence as well as the respect for the fine craftsmanship’s rules, which have become a perfect basis for Baume & Mercier’s strong international reputation.

An unrivalled blend of refined technology, up-to-date aesthetic and unparalleled functionally, the innovative Riviera Magnum XXL timepieces are undoubtedly intended for action and performance.









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Originally introduced in 2005, the Classima collection by Baume & Mercier honors the traditional codes of Swiss watchmaking and at the same time exudes an amazingly contemporary feel.

Elegant and functional, these watches have easily transcended into modern men's rigorously busy life.

Now, the brand unveils its Classima Automatic Jumping Hour Limited Edition men’s watch to add to the line mentioned. Imbued with discreet masculinity and modern sense of energy, the timepiece conveys a true spirit of the collection.
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On the occasion of the coming holidays, Baume & Mercier has launched an enchanting Diamant watch collection, reserved specially for women.

The festive line includes 13 gorgeous models. The charming facet of each new Baume & Mercier watch is the brand’s emblematic "diamond oval" crown.

The winding crown is featured at 3 o’clock on a rectangular-shaped case. It can be illuminated by the rows of sparkling diamonds. The case proudly reveals the lugs, artfully curved to gently embrace the feminine wrist.
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At SIHH 2010, the internationally acclaimed watch brand Baume & Mercier was proud to present its Classima Executives Magnum XXL Chronograph Black PVD Steel watch. Dressed entirely in black, the watch eloquently affirms its character in a sportive style.

Beating at the heart of this horological product is an automatic movement, enclosed in a PVD-coated stainless steel case. Distinguished by a new fluted design, the watch case embraces a two-level dial, equipped with daring indices and skeletonized hands. Another highlight of the timepiece is represented by angled chronograph pushers, which serve to protect the crown.

The Classima Executives Magnum XXL Chronograph Black PVD Steel watch, launched by Baume & Mercier, is a generously proportioned model. Dimensionally, the imposing black case is 15.6mm high and has a diameter of 44 mm. The splendor of the watch is enhanced by the expansive dial framed by a relatively narrow steel bezel.  read more

The chronograph mono-pusher is a technological achievement, featuring an enviable degree of aesthetic refinement.

Just one click enables the wearer to start, stop and reset this watch. Moreover, the crown and pushers, merged into a single device, add an aerodynamic touch to the watch case. The hallmark of the novel Baume & Mercier Chronograph Mono-pusher is a single button, for the first time released by Baume & Mercier in 1938.

Sculptured in 18-carat pink gold, the chronograph round case features the dimensions of 41mmx9.6mm, diameter and thickness indicated respectively.

Consistent with the up-to-date style of the William Baume line, the new watch dial exposes a magnificent silver guilloche presented in a basketry style, as well as two horizontal sub-dials, located at 9 and 3 o’clock: the first indicates small seconds and the second one displays chronograph minutes. There is a satin finish surrounding the chronograph sub-dials and hour circle.

The chronograph seconds are indicated centrally. This model also demonstrates bridges, embellished with Cotes de Geneve, blued steel screws and a see-through case-back with sapphire crystal.

The chronograph mono-pusher is animated by Lajoux-Perret caliber 5000 hand-wound movement, set with 21 jewels. The movement runs at 21,600 vibrations per hour and offers a power reserve of 42 hours.

The watch comes with a dark brown hand-stitched, alligator strap, exposing scaly squares.

The strap is fitted with the 18-carat pink gold ardillon buckle, which is engraved with Phi symbol.

The chronograph is launched as limited series of 20 pieces.
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To launch its new Baume & Mercier & Me charity campaign, the prominent Geneva-based watchmaking house has initiated its partnership with Andy Garcia.

For the whole year, this celebrity will serve as the brand’s ambassador. It implies using his reputation and image within the framework of the campaign. In return, Baume & Mercier will pledge its financial support to the charities of the actor’s choice.

The first campaign of the kind was carried out by the brand in 2005. The company, however, is known to share its success with those less fortunate in life for a much longer time. It was an ambition dear to Arthur Baume, son of one of the Maison Baume’s founders and director of the Baume & Co subsidiary company in London. He personally supported the city’s French hospital in the course of World War I. A chairman of the establishment, Arthur Baume was a worthy successor of his uncle Celestin Baume. read more

Baume & Mercier has enriched its Diamant collection by a new precious timepiece fascinating by its modern, remarkably feminine lines. The women's watches from the collection are highly-demanded among ladies due to their timeless elegance and sophistication based on the original mixture of classical and contemporary elements.
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