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U-BOAT CHIMERA NET TUNGSTEN Based on the quintessential Chimera, the 46mm Chimera Net Tungsten watch is created in a limited edition of just 999 pieces. Its case is crafted of stainless steel with a polished tungsten bezel. Tungsten is the strongest natural metals and is often used in military and electrical applications where even a small amount can significantly increase the strength of the alloy. The bezel and the caseback are locked together by external tubing and a customized key to ensure absolute water resistance. The chronograph features a patented crown release system. The multi-layer dial consists of three superimposed discs, and a lower layer is made of a laser-cut stainless steel fine wire that enables partial viewing of the movement. Retail: $7,500.
U-BOAT CHIMERA SKELETON TITANIUM The Chimera Skeleton Titanium watch, created in a limited edition of just 499 pieces, is a perfect example of the creativity of Italo Fontana, creator of U-Boat. Crafted in Grade 5 titanium, the 46mm watch features a special “Squelette” U-77 Valjoux Top Soigne automatic movement by AROLA that is modified, totally skeletonized and highly decorated. The movement is visible from the sapphire crystal and caseback. Offering 48 hours of power reserve, the bold chronograph offers a three-level dial with 12-hour, 30-minute and 60-seconds counters and features a fourth dial indicating the 24 hours marked by a red hand. The watch is fitted with the brand’s patented sculpted pusher that enables the wearer to eject the inner crown for setting of time and date. It is water resistant to 100 meters. Retail: $11,000.
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Armin Strom Edge Double Barrel Unveiled to the world earlier this year at Baselworld, the new Armin Strom Edge Double Barrel represents a new design for the brand in both movement architecture and case elements – complete with notched and cutout bezel and larger (46.8mm) case size. The watch is a bolder, more geometric timepiece than other Armin Strom timepieces and is meant to appeal to today’s active customer who wants something different. The manual-wind wristwatch offers a vigorous intensity thanks to the strong aesthetic, but remains true to the brand’s DNA with skeletonized movement parts.
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Edge Double Barrel's ARM16 194-part caliber features unusual angular components that include spider-shaped crown wheels and a cross-grinding decorative motif on the hand-beveled bridges. The escape wheel and pallets are made of gold with hardened functional areas. The bold and gutsy watch offers a double going barrel with 8 days of power reserve and has off-center time indications and small seconds subdial. The power reserve indicator also resides on the small seconds subdial. The Edge Double Barrel is crafted in black PVD steel and is finished with a black alligator strap, as well as a black rubber strap. Just 100 pieces will be made. Retail: $24,900.
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ARMIN STROM TOURBILLON SKELETON AIR With an emphasis on the elements, Earth, Air, Fire and Water, Armin Strom creates its coveted Tourbillon Skeleton in a limited edition of just 50 pieces of each element. This Tourbillon Skeleton Air -- designed to highlight the brand’s technical prowess -- is crafted in lightweight titanium. The 43.4mm case, with sapphire crystal and case back, allows for viewing of the stunning skeletonized movement and tourbillon escapement. The skeletonizing (carving away of most of the metal in each component) enhances the caliber’s mechanical beauty, and Armin Strom adds PVD coloring to the mainplate to emphasize the layered construction. Retail: $86,100.
ARMIN STROM TOURBILLON SKELETON WATER Deftly adhering to strict standards of skeletonization (after all, the brand’s founder, Armin Strom is a renowned master skeletonizer), the Tourbillon Skeleton Water watch -- like its Tourbillon Skeleton siblings -- features skeletonized tourbillon escapement (no easy feat), as well as animated double going barrel. The Manual Wind Armin Strom Caliber ATC-11S – with 184 individually finished parts -- offers 10 days of power reserve and features small seconds and off-center time indications. The PVD coating on the mainplate is blue. The watch is sold with both an alligator horn-back strap and a rubber strap. Retail: $81,500.
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AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE DIVER CHRONOGRAPH Easily one of the bolder, more vibrant dive watches on the market, the all-new Royal Oak Offshore Diver Chrono is created in a limited edition of 375 pieces. Water resistant to 300 meters, the watch features an inner rotating bezel with color-blocking dive scale. The chronograph portion of the watch offers 30-minute register and subsidiary seconds. The bold 42mm case is crafted in stainless steel and equipped with a scratch-proof sapphire crystal and caseback. Further ensuring water resistance, the timepiece features ceramic pushpieces and screw-locked crowns. Retail: $27,900.
AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK CONCEPT SUPERSONNERIE Demonstrating its watchmaking prowess, Audemars Piguet this year unveils the Royal Oak Concept Supersonnerie – easily one of the loudest chiming watches on the market. The result of years of research and development, the titanium-cased watch offers unprecedented acoustics with impressive refined sound quality and clear harmony. Music to the ears, the watch is also a visual stunner thanks to the complex skeletonized movement. The Manufacture caliber 2937, with 478 parts, offers minute repeater on two gongs, tourbillon, chronograph with central sweep-seconds hand. A black inner bezel and black infrastructure give the bold, complicated watch a dramatic appeal. Price upon request.
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AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK DOUBLE BALANCE WHEEL OPENWORKED A statement in complexity, technology and elegance, the Royal Oak Double Balance Openworked watch brings so many factors to the wrist that it is difficult to resist. From a visual perspective, the skeletonized timepiece with slate gray openworked dial and pink gold hour markers is a real eye-catcher. Add to that the technical aspects of this watch, which include fixing a second balance wheel and balance spring assembly on the same access for stabilization, and you are ensured greater precision. The 245-part, patented self-winding caliber 3132 offers 45 hours of power reserve. The complex 41mm stainless steel watch is offered with sapphire crystal and caseback and is water resistant to 50 meters. Retail: $44,100.
AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK PERPETUAL CALENDAR Created in 18-karat yellow gold for a sublime look and accented with a blue Grande Tapisserie decorated dial, this Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar watch offers day, date, month, astronomical moon, week of the year (on the dial’s outer chapter ring), leap year indication and more. This classic complication, housed in a 41mm case that is water resistant to 20 meters, is powered by the new self-winding caliber 5134 – built in house by Audemars Piguet. The 374-part movement offers 40 hours of power reserve. Retail: $95,700.
AMBRELUS DREADNOUGHT MOCHA The Dreadnought is made of CNC-machined aluminum parts throughout and features an engine turned finish and a magnified (1.25x) viewing port for easy view of the timepiece within. It is offered in three choices of full-grain semi-aniline Italian diamond quilted leather finishes: mocha, ebony or camel. Additionally, custom colors can be ordered. The hand-assembled winder offers fully adjustable illumination and comes with serialized nameplate, and custom-made analog meters for voltage and current. The Dreadnought design and luxurious look was inspired by the artistry and craftsmanship of classic cars. Retail: $9,995.
AMBRELUS DREADNOUGHT CAMEL Easily one of the most valued accessories in the watch world today, programmable watch winders are a must-have. Ambrelus is a master in its field, deftly blending old-world craftsmanship with 21st century performance. The brand specializes in creating bespoke limited edition winders. The Ambrelus Dreadnought is a hand assembled, special-edition piece limited to just 150 winders. It offers clockwise, counterclockwise or bi-directional operation and can be set by the owner to anywhere from 500 to 1,800 turns per day. The Dreadnought also features over-winding protection and has a unique motorized transport and quiet low-gauss electronics. Retail: $9,995.
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CUERVO y SOBRINOS TORPEDO PIRATA GMT A truly chic flagship timepiece, the Cuervo y Sobrinos Torpedo Pirata GMT blends the brand’s rich Caribbean island history with top-notch Swiss watchmaking prowess. The islands were renowned for the treasure hunters and pirates, as well as explorers, and this watch offers a rebellious yet romantic side that recalls that spirit. The round case shape is meant to emulate a cannon mouth and nautical navigation gauges; the curved lugs with screws recall the prow of a ship. The crown is globe shaped. Powered by an automatic movement, the Torpedo Pirata GMT offers second time zone using 24 hour indication. The 45mm case is crafted of bronze, titanium and brushed steel for a superb look, the sapphire crystal is antireflective and the sapphire caseback allows for viewing of the movement. The watch is finished with a substantial strap in either a black alligator or ostrich. Retail: $6,500.
CUERVO y SOBRINOS HISTORIADOR VUELO The Swiss watch with Latin heritage, Cuervo y Sobrinos offers sophisticated elegance in the Historiador Vuelo fine timepiece. The word Vuelo translates as “flight” and Cuervo y Sobrinos considers this the watch to transcend time while bridging the gap from past to present and even future savoie faire.This emblematic watch is inspired by an original 1940’s piece. The 44 mm stainless steel chronograph offers hours, minutes, small seconds, date and GMT or second time zone via 24-hour indication. The chronograph features 60-seconds and 30-minute counters. The distinctive ivory-colored dial is multi-layered and there is a tachymeter scale on the bezel. Powered by a Dubois Depraz automatic chronograph movement with 40 hours of power reserve, the Historiador Vuelo is equipped with an anti-reflective sapphire crystal and caseback, and finished with a deep navy blue Alcantara strap with supple Louisiana alligator Pon Pon inserts and double deployment buckle. Retail: $7,600.
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DENOVO DN2020 QUANTUM Swiss Made with true Italian design, DeNovo affordable luxury watches pays close attention to every detail, from extensive multi-year research and development to high-quality accents and excellent craftsmanship. This 46mm DN2020 Quantum watch with gunmetal black dial and red highlights is crafted in gun metal and black PVD 316L stainless steel. It is equipped with a thin red silicon ring under the bezel and silicon inlays in the pushers for enhanced grip. The multi-layered, multi-finished dial features applied Super-LumiNova® logo, indexes and hands. A super cool signature feature of the watch: the “crown out” red ring warning around the crown that is visible when the crown is pulled out. With date window, constant seconds counter, the chronograph offers 1/10th-of-a-second and 30-minute counters. It is powered by an ISA Swiss quartz movement, is water resistant to 100 meters, and is finished with an interchangeable strap (silicon or Italian leather) with Signature deployment buckle. Retail: $1,275.
DENOVO DN2040 VOYAGER Representing the brand’s entry level, this orangedialed Voyager watch houses the same ISA Swiss quartz movement with chronograph functions as its larger sibling, the DN2020 Quantum. Even though it is entry price, the 46mm watch also offers interchangeable strap, deployant buckle, sapphire crystal and Super-LumiNova® hands. It is crafted of 316L brushed stainless steel with a black PVD bezel, crown and pushers. It features a non-chafing double gasket logo engraved crown with the signature “Open Crown” red warning ring. The open dial is multi-layered and an orange silicon ring under the bezel carries out the bold, colorful look of the watch. Retail: $925.
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HUBLOT BIG BANG ITALIA INDEPENDENT CAMOUFLAGE The second creation in a partnership between Hublot and Italia Independent (Italian luxury fashion band co-founded by Lapo Elkann), this Big Bang Unico Italia Independent watch fuses unusual materials and style in a rebellious watch designed for heroes of pacifism. The camouflage pattern on the case and bezel are achieved via carbon fiber infused with Texalium® for textured appeal. Offered in limited editions in blue, green or black, the chronograph watch displays the peace symbol at 9:00. At 45mm, the watch is offered with the brand’s “One Click” interchangeable bracelet system. A skeletonized HUB 1242 in-house-made automatic flyback chronograph movement powers it. Retail: $29,400.
HUBLOT MP-05 “LA FERRARI” SAPPHIRE A totally transparent sapphire case allows for unobstructed viewing of the record-breaking movement in this MP-05 “La Ferrari” Sapphire watch. The incredible carved sapphire case is a technical feat in itself, matched only by the technical prowess of the complex movement – designed and developed in house at Hublot. The movement was first unveiled in 2013 in a nontransparent MP-05. It offers an incredible 50 days of power reserve thanks to the 637 mechanical components. The sapphire case for this watch took more than 600 hours to complete and consists of seven individual parts machined from seven blocks of sapphire. Just 20 pieces will be made. Retail: $575,000.
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MTM BLACK TRUE DLC Known for cutting-edge military and tactical timepieces, MTM unveils its first automatic movement watch line of fully customizable and collectable watches. Each timepiece has 8 variable elements that can be fully customized with 4 finishes; Black True DLC, Gray Sandblast, Brushed Silver and Gold Micron Plated to make a one-of-a-kind watch. Each link of the artistically engineered ball-bearing bracelet is CNC machined from solid titanium to provide silky smooth movement, unparalleled comfort and extreme durability. The 3-GER is water resistant to 200 meters. Retail: $10,000.
MTM TITANIUM GRAY SANDBLAST The new 3-GER 46mm watches are made from Grade 5 Titanium and individually crafted on state-of-the-art CNC machines to ensure MTM's demanding standards of excellence. The movement is equipped with a COSCcertified Swiss chronometer automatic caliber offering day, date and chronograph functions with integrated block indexes and numerals for easy reading. Developed, engineered and assembled in the USA, the 3-GER features a unique rotating bezel that elevates 1mm above the anti-reflective sapphire crystal to provide extra protection during extreme conditions. Retail: $10,000.
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ORBITA SIENA 3 WATCH WINDER Owning a luxury automatic watch also means properly maintaining and caring for it. That is where Orbita watch winders come in. This Siena 3 Watch Winder, with sloped case front, offers clear visibility of the timepieces within – and their regular motion. Made in the USA for the watch enthusiast, the top is fitted with a beveled glass viewing panel and quadrant hinges. Interior surfaces are lined in black suede and the entire winder is crafted in burl wood (or teak) with multiple layers of high-gloss lacquer for a shimmering finish. The three individual drive modules lift out to load batteries. The bottom surface is covered in suede to prevent damage to fine furniture. Retail: $1,995.
ORBITA MILANO 12 Inspired by the Alfa Romeo 75, sold in North America as the Milano and produced by the Italian automaker between 1985 and 1992, this Milano 12 Watch winder features a smoked 10mm thick tempered glass case (20”H x 19.5”W x 9”L) that is securely anchored on four resin pedestals. The highly modern watch winder weighs about 60 pounds and houses 12 automatic (A/C powered only) watch-winding modules. The sleek new winder utilizes Orbita’s patented Rotorwind™ technology, and features 6mm thick tempered glass doors, brushed nickel hinges and lock, and a customizable faceplate (white leather shown). Retail: $14,995.
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PERRELET TURBINE PILOT Known for its pioneering spirit, Perrelet unveils a new breed of aviation watch in the Turbine Pilot. The intriguing watch offers the brand’s signature Turbine concept (of 12 fast-spinning titanium turbine blades that open and close to reveal the motif below the dial) with the circular aviation slide rule. Powered by the mechanical automatic P-331 caliber, developed and produced in-house, the Turbine Pilot is offered in four different 48mm models. This version is crafted in stainless steel black PVD with bi-directional rotating dial ring that is activated via the crown at 3:00. The time is set with an integrated crown at 9:00. The watch features luminescent hour-markers and four Arabic numerals meticulously applied on the sapphire dial, above the Turbine. Beneath the dial, the yellow and black background is reminiscent of the runway lines. Retail: $5,790.
PERRELET LAB PERIPHERAL Perrelet’s all-new, innovative Lab collection offers a unique dial design combined with unusual shapes for a distinctive look. The casual chic 42mm stainless steel case is cushion shaped, but with octagonal bezel and featuring an inner round ring that encircles the round dial. While the architecture of the case is impressive, the dial is also alluring. It offers three dimensional appeal thanks to a multi-layer system. The cutout hour markers, enhanced with Super-LumiNova®, appear to be floating, as they are applied to a sapphire crystal ring. The constantly moving, decorated oscillating weight is on the outer rim of the dial, as a peripheral rotor. This technical feat of the Caliber P-411 is made possible by fixing the rotor to a toothed wheel on the outer part of the movement that meshes with a pinion on the outer rim of the movement. The rotor features a slanted-line motif and offers 42 hours of power reserve. Retail: $4,950.
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Steam Gauge Watch The Limited Edition True Aviator Steam Gauge is the most functional aviator watch ever designed. Scheyden has brought together the finest in engineering and function that any pilot or aviation enthusiast will truly appreciate. It features Swiss Movement, UTC / World Time Zones / Airport Codes / Chronograph, Digital IFR Timer, Wet Compass, Wing Root Design Bracelet with Locking Tri-Fold Clasp, AND introducing the first ever “Aide Memoire ATIS Bezel”. Available in Stainless Steel, Swiss Gold, or Stealth Black (PVD plating). Limited Edition - Reserve Your Dream Instrument
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SCHEYDEN TRUE AVIATOR STEAM GAUGE A truly unusual timepiece and pilot’s instrument, the Scheyden True Aviator Steam Gauge watch was more than two years in the making. A limited edition timepiece, it brings together form, function and fine precision engineering for pilots and world travelers. The distinctive timepiece houses a Swiss ISA movement and delivers a host of functions. Offered on a wing-root design bracelet with locking tri-fold clasp, the watch features three dials to convey all of its information. The main portion of the watch- the 47 mm center dial -- offers the time indication: analog hours and minutes, as well as a digital indication of UTC/World Time zones, day and date. The watch also offers global airport identifiers/time zones and chronograph functions. Additionally, the notched bezel of the watch is the first ever Aide Memoire bi-directional ATIS bezel (Automated Terminal Information Service). On the bracelet of the True Aviator Steam Gauge watch, above and below the watch dial, sit additional dials that are actually stand-alone instruments. The one above the watch dial at 12:00 offers a liquid-filled magnetic wet compass, while the one situated below 6:00 offers digital IFR timer. The True Aviator Steam Gauge watch is equipped with sapphire crystal, white Super-LumiNovaŽ (glows green) hands and markers, and is water resistant to10 ATM (330 feet). The instruments are water resistant to 3 atm (66 feet). Three versions of the Steam Gauge are being built, including Stainless Steel, Stealth Black PVD and Swiss Gold PVD. Retail: $2,992.
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VORTIC RAILROAD EDITION A relatively new name in watches, Vortic is also incredibly unique in its approach. The watches—each one is unique—are American made and are powered by restored pocket watch movements. Making them even more intriguing is the fact that the cases are 3D printed titanium. The 51mm RailRoad Edition is part of Vortic’s American Artisan series and each watch houses an original manual wind, lever-set movement from a vintage 1880’s-1950’s RailRoad grade pocket watch made by one of the various great American watch companies of the time (Ball, Elgin, Hamilton, Illinois, Waltham). Because the movements are original and refurbished/restored, each is a one-of-a-kind piece. The titanium case, with see-through caseback, and lugs are 3D printed and hand finished. The coinedge bezel is machined from solid 316 stainless steel. Just ten pieces will be made in 2016. Retail: $3,000 - $7,000.
VORTIC POWER RESERVE The Vortic Power Reserve model is one of the first fullyU.S.-made production watches built since the 1960’s. It features an all-new power reserve configuration of the caliber 1003 from Pinion Precision Technology in Los Angeles. This manual wind movement is based on a classic swiss piece with the goal of delivering consistent, reliable, precision timekeeping. The Power Reserve line, which offers 46 hours of power reserve, features grand feu enamel dials, titanium 3D printed 45mm cases, meticulously decorated movements, and top-notch components. Water resistant to 20 meters, the watch is a work of art, history and high technology. It is sold in a handcrafted walnut box. Retail: $1,995.
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