Friday, Oct 12 2007
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SARO-Gem Buon Gusto with Sapphire Coated Bracelet
[ via SARO-Gem ] A company called SARO-Gem has created a wristwatch that has a sapphire crystal on the front and caseback as well as the bracelet. They actaully coat the stainless steel bracelet to make it look shiny and to protect it from scratches. The process they use to …
Mercury Chronograph FL 301 - Wonder of Innovations
The Mercury Chronograph FL 301 to join the new Favre-Leuba collection, has been inspired by two unique events. First of all, the timepiece commemorates the Favre Manufacture's official registration in Le Locle in 1737. Then the watch is meant to remind about an extremely rare eclipse of the planet Mercury by Venus that occurs once in 396 years.The Mercury Chronograph FL 301, the same as every models from the Mercury collection, is equipped with an automatic Favre-Leuba caliber. The timepiece has been created in a number of versions, but all the timepieces are characterized by perfection in every detail. Each model is special for its unique design and the perfection of brushed or polished surfaces. Also noteworthy is the perfect integration of The system of push buttons and the bridge are ideally integrated, with the latter harmonizing nicely with the case shape. The exposed screws reveal engravings of the famous hourglass, the logo of the Maison. The case back shows the eclipse of 1737, also hinting at the Favre-Leuba origins.The dial of the Mercury watch composed of 27 parts is refined due to its complex nature and powerful due to the guilloche and indexes. You will also notice the Greek letter sigma, indicating that the indexes are crafted in solid gold. The solid gold hands imply thorough attention to detail and top quality.The Maison Favre-Leuba has developed two exclusive watchmaking systems - the 'Embedded Running Indicator' (ERI) and the 'Bidirectional / Crown Locking System' (B/CLS).The ERI represents a continuously rotating disc featuring the hourglass logo decoration. Being partially hidden, the system reflects the duality of the Mercury-and-Venus conjunction in the year of the Favre-Leuba foundation, symbolizing the watch's vitality. The innovative B/CLS patented by the brand is incorporated by all Mercury models. The system is used for preventing an accidental manipulation of the crown that may result in unnecessary changes of the date or time. In fact, the watches have two crowns - an inner crown has to be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise to unlock the system, and only then the outer crown can be pulled out for the date or time adjustment. There is a red visual indication on the bridge featured between the two crowns showing whether the system is unlocked. The system offers one more innovation ? it is possible to wind up the movement by hand independently from the B/CLS system position. The system also guarantees waterproofness of the watch, even with the unlocked system and the outer crown pulled for the adjustment. The system provides utmost caliber protection ? the caliber is well-protected from outside air, micro-particles and humidity. The folding clasp also represents an exclusive and patented system of the brand, being based upon an innovative spring and pushers technology. Two pins of the strap guarantee a better hold implying greater security, an important feature especially when the Mercury watches are worn during sports activities. The buckle of the strap has been designed to limit any direct contact between the wearer's skin and metal - the longer part of the strap passes between the wrist and the buckle, offering supreme comfort of wearing.The Mercury collection reminds everyone about the notable events back in 1737, paying tribute to the three-century old history of the Maison Favre-Leuba.
Vintage Square Ladies Breitling - Identify?
Got another vintage Breitling Identification question from a visitor… any help would be appreciated! The question goes like this: “I recently purchased this ladies Breitling watch that I am trying to find information on. Here are the markings I can see on it: It has a very …
Breguet Messidor Tourbillon Photomontage
I am very pleased to share here my Messidor Photomontage images. The first time I saw this beautiful timepiece was at Tempus. Unfortunately at Tempus I did not have the time to photograph it together with the Tradition Fusee Tourbillon. So I made arrangements with Breguet …
