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Roger Dubuis Pulsion Collection

The Pulsion Chronograph features a 44 mm diameter 18-carat pink gold, titanium or black DLC titanium case and a rubber strap. Its partially openwork, multi-level dial reveals all the workmanship of its automatic RD680 chronograph movement. Designed, perfected and produced by the ROGER DUBUIS Manufacture, the RD680 chronograph calibre is a column-wheel movement with micro-rotor and complies with all the latest requirements for the “Poinçon de Genève”. It has a power reserve of 48 hours and beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz).

The Pulsion Skeleton Flying Tourbillon features a contemporary skeleton movement and the differential flying tourbillon. With alternating polished and satin-finished surfaces in its complex structure, its 44 mm diameter titanium case houses the RD505SQ calibre. Designed, perfected and produced by the ROGER DUBUIS Manufacture, this hand-wound mechanical movement complies with all the latest requirements for the “Poinçon de Genève”. Treated in anthracite to match the case, the RD505SQ calibre beats at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz) for a power reserve of 60 hours. The black rubber strap features polished and satin finishings with a titanium folding buckle.

Roger Dubuis Excalibur Collection

The ROGER DUBUIS Excalibur Collection is dynamic in its shapes, sharp angles and urban design. New for 2012 are two 18-carat gold models, a stainless steel model and a double-flying tourbillon skeleton in a titanium case. 42mm diameter case, brushed sunray dial, reinforced by elongated Roman numerals. 

The Exalibur Automatic features an in-house Calibre RD620 was designed, developed and produced by ROGER DUBUIS and complies with all the latest requirements for the “Poinçon de Genève”. This mechanical movement with automatic micro-rotor is visible through the sapphire crystal case-back, incorporates 184 component parts, is decorated with “Geneva ribbing”, beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and has a power reserve of 52 hours. 

The Excalibur Double Flying Tourbillon Skeleton in black titanium features an in-house RD01SQ calibre that incorporates two signature devices characteristic of ROGER DUBUIS, the double flying tourbillon and the skeleton. This hand-wound mechanical skeleton movement has 319 component parts, beats at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (2 x 3 Hz) for a power reserve of 48 hours, and complies with all the latest requirements for the “Poinçon de Genève”. 

Limited edition of 88 pieces.

Audemars-Piguet Royal Oak Openworked Extra-Thin Tourbillon

40th Anniversary Limited Edition 

The Royal Oak turns 40 in 2012. This spectacularly non-conformist watch, consistently ahead of its time, has made a profound and enduring impact on the history of Audemars Piguet. As the first ever luxury sports watch, the Royal Oak has become a legend. To celebrate this anniversary as it rightly deserves, the Manufacture in Le Brassus is unveiling the Openworked Extra-Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon, a variation combining horological complexity, modern styling and a sporting temperament. In light of its exceptional nature, this platinum anniversary edition is issued in a 40-piece limited series. 

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first high-end steel watch in due style, the Openworked Extra-Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon model introduced in 2012 naturally reflects the powerful aesthetic codes that have contributed to the lasting impression on collective memory that has been made by this collection. These notably include the octagonal bezel and its eight polished hexagonal screws – still made of white gold – secured on the back by eight bolts. Between the bezel and the case, the visible gasket inspired by historical diver’s helmets remains a distinctive characteristic of this collection. Moreover, the Royal Oak also owes its reputation to its case seamlessly integrated – a rare occurrence in 1972 – with a tapering-type bracelet composed of non-identical links arranged in diminishing order. These signature features that have been an integral part of the collection since its origins continue to appear in all the contemporary Royal Oak models, including of course the Openworked Extra-Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon watch. 

The Openworked Extra-Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon model reinterprets the original codes and values of the collection, while effectively transcending them. This engraved and numbered model bearing a legendary history is issued in a 40-piece limited series. 

MOVEMENT 

- Hand-wound Manufacture Calibre 2924 

- Total diameter: 31.50 mm (14 lignes) 

- Thickness: 4.46 mm 

- 25 jewels 

- 216 parts 

- Minimal power reserve: approx. 70 hours 

- Cadence of balance: 21,600 vibrations/hour 

CASE 

-950 platinum case (41 mm), glareproofed sapphire crystal and caseback 

-Water-resistant to 50 m 

DIAL 

- Openworked slate grey dial, white gold applied hour-markers 

- Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating 

BRACELET 

- 950 platinum bracelet with AP folding clasp 

FUNCTION 

- Hours, minutes 

- Power reserve 

REFERENCE 

26511PT.OO.1220PT.01

Audemars-Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph

This 41mm Royal Oak Chronograph houses Calibre 2385, a mechanical selfwinding movement driving hour and minute hands, small seconds, a date display and the chronograph functions. 304-part Calibre 2385 has a 40-hour power reserve and a frequency of 21,600 vibrations/hour (3 Hz). The monobloc oscillating weight is made of 18-carat gold.

This new Royal Oak Chronograph measuring 41 mm in diameter is also available in several steel or pink gold versions with a choice of black, silver-toned or blue dial (the latter being reserved for the steel version). It is fitted with a steel or pink gold bracelet or a leather strap. 

MOVEMENT 

- Selfwinding Calibre 2385 

- Total diameter : 26.20 mm (11 ½ lignes) 

- Thickness : 5.50 mm 

- 37 jewels 

- 304 parts 

- Minimal power reserve : approx. 40 hours 

- Cadence of balance : 21,600 vibrations/hour 

CASE 

- 18-carat pink gold case (41 mm), glareproofed sapphire crystal 

- Screw-locked crown 

- Water-resistant to 50 m 

DIAL 

- Black dial with ‘’Grande Taerie’’ pattern, pink gold applied hour-markers 

- Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating 

STRAP 

-Hand-sewn ‘’large square scale’’ black crocodile strap with 18-carat pink gold AP folding clasp 

FUNCTION 

- Hours, minutes, small seconds, date 

- Chronograph 

REFERENCE 

26320OR.OO.D002CR.01

Audemars Piguet Extra Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon 41mm

The emblematic Tourbillon horological complication is closely entwined with the history of Audemars Piguet. Not only has the Manufacture in Le Brassus distinguished itself by creating spectacular tourbillons for pocket watches, but it is also behind today’s exceptional passion for this complication in wristwatch form, since Audemars Piguet presented the first series-produced tourbillon wristwatch in 1986. All of which gives an idea of its profound attachment to this Haute Horlogerie marvel, serving to compensate for gravity’s effects on the escapement. 

In tribute to the legendary Royal Oak, the first prestige sports watch (made of steel at the time) launched by Audemars Piguet in 1972, the new Extra-Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon is a double nod to the original idea governing the collection – namely a prestigious movement within an ultra-thin case – as well as to the first tourbillon wristwatch introduced in 1986. The new hand-wound Calibre 2924 features a three-quarter bridge on the under side which is reminiscent of the one appearing on that first extra-thin selfwinding tourbillon model. Graced with meticulous finishing and an understated aesthetic entirely in line with the design of the Royal Oak case, Calibre 2924 is one of the thinnest of its kind at just 4.46 mm thick. It was indeed entirely built in such a way as to achieve the two-fold objective of slenderness and sturdiness. The construction principles, including the three-quarter bridge, together with the choice of materials, made it possible to create a blend of resistance and extreme thinness. This movement is also distinguished by its tourbillon carriage made of steel – to strike a perfect balance between finesse and inertia – and by its large balance that further enhances its reliability. The 216-part Calibre 2924 beats at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz) and is endowed with a 70-hour power reserve. 

The seamless integration of the pink gold case and bracelet of the Extra-Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon represents another key characteristic of the original 1972 Royal Oak. The 41 mm-diameter case measuring 8.85 mm thick and water-resistant to 50 metres is topped by the collection’s signature octagonal bezel, framing a deep blue dial graced by pink gold hands and hour-markers. This dial is inspired by the “Petite Taerie” motif and the original colour of the first Royal Oak created 40 years ago. In addition to the tourbillon appearing at 6 o’clock, this new Royal Oak also displays the hours and minutes, as well as a power-reserve indicator divided into five segments, placed on the back so as not to disturb the pure, understated nature of the dial itself, and clearly visible through the sapphire crystal back.

The Extra-Thin Royal Oak Tourbillon model is also available in a steel version with a blue dial.

MOVEMENT 

- Hand-wound Manufacture Calibre 2924 

- Total diameter : 31.50 mm (14 lignes) 

- Thickness : 4.46 mm 

- 25 jewels 

- 216 parts 

- Minimal power reserve : approx 70 hours 

- Cadence of balance : 21,600 vibrations/hour 

CASE 

-18-carat pink gold case (41 mm), glareproofed sapphire crystal and caseback 

-Water-resistant to 50 m 

DIAL 

- Blue dial with “Petite Taerie” pattern, pink gold applied hour-markers 

- Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating 

BRACELET 

-18-carat pink gold bracelet with AP folding clasp 

FUNCTION 

- Hours, minutes 

- Power reserve 

REFERENCE 

26510OR.OO.1220OR.01

Cartier Rotonde Annual Calendar

Technical specifications 

Case: 18-carat pink gold

Diameter: 45 mm 

Crown: beaded 18-carat gold, set with a sapphire cabochon 

Crystal: sapphire 

Case back: sapphire 

Water-resistance: 30 metres / 100 feet / 3 bars 

Grid: silvered open-work with sunray effect, black transferred Roman numerals, slate-coloured galvanised guilloché central zone 

Dial: (lower level) slate-coloured galvanised guilloché, silvered calendar zone with sunray effect 

Hands: sword-shaped in blued steel 

Hands: hammer-shaped with red tip 

Strap: brown alligator skin 

Clasp: double adjustable folding clasp in 18-carat pink gold 

Movement: Manufacture self-winding mechanical, calibre 9908 MC, annual calendar with hand indicating day and month, large date at 12 o’clock 

Casing-up diameter: 11 ½ lines, 25.58 mm 

Total diameter: 30 mm 

Thickness: 5.9 mm 

Number of jewels: 32 

Number of parts: 239 

Balance: 28,800 vibrations / hour 

Power reserve: approx. 48 hours 

Individually numbered movement

Richard Mille Tourbillon Skull RM052

Limited Edition of 21 Pieces – 15 in Titanium and 6 in Rose or White Gold 

Officine Panerai Radiomir California 3 Days  -  PAM424

The case, in stainless steel, measures 47mm. It has an AR-coated sapphire crystal, a sapphire display back, and is water resistant to 100 meters. Movement is the Swiss manual-wind Panerai in-house caliber P.3000 with 21 jewels, 21,600 vph and a power reserve of 3 days.