M u s i c M a e s t ro Independence has been a state of mind since 1976 for R AYMOND WEIL Genève. Founded by my father-in-law, the Company is one of the last few Swiss independent family-owned businesses, situated in Geneva, home of Switzerland’s most prestigious watchmakers and of the industry’s topmost expertise. With the arrival of two successive generations at the helm, R AYMOND WEIL succeeded in evolving over time while preser ving its DNA . The Brand brings together all the elements of excellence of the Swiss luxury watchmaking industry and aims at synchronizing the rhythms of tradition and innovation. Tr u e to i t s h e r i t a g e, R AY M O N D WEIL s t a n d s o u t th ro u g h i t s c re ativi t y, i t s wa tc h m a k i n g k n ow - h ow, i t s i n d e p e n d e n c e o f m i n d a n d i t s u n i q u e unive r se inspire d by the a r ts a nd music. Mu sic def initely plays a major role in the Company’s source of inspiration. In a highly competitive watch in du s tr y, the B r a n d ha s imp o s e d it s e lf like a tr u e o rc he s tr a c o n du c to r, with collections of prestigious watches named after grand masters, outstanding opera melodies or evoking its fascinating histor y: parsifal, nabucco, maestro, tango and jasmine. This infatuation with the ar ts and music has been handed d ow n f r o m g e n e r a t i o n to g e n e r a t i o n w i t h i n o u r f a m i l y, to g e t h e r w i t h the watchmaking know-how. C o n c e i v i n g a f i n e w a t c h o r c o m p o s i n g a m u s i c a l m a s te r p i e c e i s a l l about real pe ople craf ting a beautiful music or timepie ce to be enjoye d. Swiss made precision, craftsmanship and musical inspiration are the essence of the RAYMOND WEIL Brand today. Let the worlds of music and watchmaking come together and open RAYMOND WEIL’s music box…
Olivier Bernheim President & CEO
The Music Box From its early beginnings, R AYMOND WEIL has been imbued with a deep affinity for music. With such a heritage, R AYMOND WEIL’s slogan “precision is my inspiration” has flowed naturally. More than a simple quote, this slogan expresses the whole universe of the Brand, bridging the comparison between th e a r t s , m u s i c a n d l u xu r y wa tc h m a k i n g. I n s p i r a ti o n i s w h a t i s fo u n d at the base of each work of ar t; precision is the indispensable condition required for achieving excellence. To fur ther strengthen its commitment to the world of music and to reinforce t h e i m a g e o f t h e C o m p a ny a s o n e h i g h l y i nvo l ve d i n t h i s i n d u s t r y, RAYMOND WEIL continuously supports young artists that represent the future heritage of the Brand. Through live music platforms that help emerging talents all around the world, RAYMOND WEIL confirms its deep attachment to all music genres and invites you to discover the musicians of the future. B y s p o n s o r in g th e g re a te s t m u s i c a l s h ows a n d c o m p e ti ti o n s , s u c h a s the BRIT AWARDS, R AYMOND WEIL also celebrates the ver y best within the music industr y. Thanks to its relationship with key established music players, R AYMOND WEIL of ten creates exclusive limited edition timepieces with renowned artists, all proceeds being donated to a charity of their choice. In addition, the Brand is now the official timing partner of some of the world’s most iconic music venues and of fers its clients the oppor tunity to take par t in unique music events. R AYM O ND WEIL ha s a lways b e e n c ommit te d to noble c au s e s, de a r to the family’s hear t. The Brand’s heritage, steeped in a passion for music and the ar ts, lends itself naturally to par tnerships with organizations that support the most vulnerable children and adults through the power of music. R AYMOND WEIL proudly suppor ts Nordof f Robbins music therapy charity and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to restoring instrumental music education programs in America’s public schools. The Music that was yesterday’s source of inspiration today becomes the vehicle of the values, the know-how and enthusiasm of the music loving watchmaker to the extent that it becomes an integral par t of the Company’s marketing. From here on, Elie Bernheim, Director, talks of “music marketing”, a concept that allows him to speak both to his partners and his clients at the same time. “Precision is my inspiration” embodies the Brand’s unique cultural universe and know-how per fectly, reinforcing all the legitimacy of R AYMOND WEIL as a veritable watchmaking Maestro.
A Swiss Brand RAYMOND WEIL brings together all the elements of excellence of the Swiss luxury watchmaking industry. Precision, quality, reliability, nobility and the technical nature of the materials are among the many standards that the G eneva-base d Brand combine s with aestheticism and refinement in the creation of its models. Switzerland’s c e n tu r i e s of c a re f u ll y h a n d e d - d ow n wa tc h m a k in g s k ill s a n d k n ow- h ow are harnessed by RAYMOND WEIL and reflected in its choices and developments of materials, components and craf tsmen in all the stage s of production and assembly, to meet the prerequisites of the “Swiss made” label.
R AY MOND WEIL, a n inde pe nde nt fa mil y- ow ne d compa ny T h e hi s to r y of R AY M O N D WEIL i s f i r s t a n d fo re m o s t o n e of a f a m il y: that of its founde r of the s a me na me who, at the time of the c re ation of the brand in 1976, dared to asser t his independence and realize his own vision of Swiss watchmaking: high quality, innovative, elegant and accessible. L ate r on, in 1982, his son-in-law O livie r Be r nheim joine d the Company, of which he was named President and CEO in 1996. His visionary, entrepreneurial spirit enabled the watchmaking company to develop internationally in just a few decades. A l thou g h R AY M O N D WEIL ex p e r ie n c e d r a p i d ex p a n s i o n inte r n a ti o n a ll y, it s till m a nag e d to p re s e r ve its hum a n p e r s p e c tive, in de p e n de n c e a n d fa mil y s p ir i t. T hi s wa s c o n s o li d ate d in 20 0 6, w h e n th e t wo g r a n d s o n s of th e fo u n d e r, Eli e a n d Pi e r re B e r n h e im, we re a p p o in te d to h e a d u p the Company, bringing to the Brand a new approach to luxur y and an interest in new technologies. Thus the 3 generations pooled their talents and their experience – amounting to 100 years – continuing an exceptional heritage, ensuring the family succession and guaranteeing stability and continuity. The watchmaker continues to maintain relations of confidence and profound respect with its longstanding par tners. It re ma ins e qua lly close to its clie nts, a lways paying at te ntion to the ir expectations. In order to match these, R AYMOND WEIL has, in recent years, reinforc e d its op e ning p r ic e p oint c olle c tions a nd a lso develop e d new, more sophisticated, mechanical models, which appeal to an ever-growing public of watch lovers. While the know-how and the passion for watchmaking have been handed down from ge ne r ation to ge ne r ation within the R AYMOND WEIL fa mily, so has the love of music! It is in this artistic universe composed of passionate s to r i e s a n d exc e p ti o n a l m e l o d i e s th a t e a c h m e m b e r of th e c l a n like s to plumb the depths of their inspiration with the creation of watch products. This is borne out by the names of the Brand’s collections taken from famous operas such as nabucco and parsifal, or with musical connotations, such as maestro or jasmine. Emotions, precision, performance: these are the values common to music and watchmaking that RAYMOND WEIL wishes to share with its worldwide clientele.
summar y nabucco
12
parsifal
18
freelancer
22
maestro
34
jasmine
60
noemia
74
tango
82
tradition
96
Inspired by the mythical lyrical momentum of Giuseppe Verdi, nabucco emanates power and nobility of rare intensity. Dedicated to gentlemen with a strong personality, this prestigious collection, launched in 2007, exalts a very masculine and charismatic architecture, combining strength and audacity. Titanium, carbon, steel, rose gold‌ Precious materials and the precision mechanics of the
mechanical
chronograph
self-winding
movement, housed in a 43 or 46mm case, make nabucco a true representation of sophistication, reserved for a circle of connoisseurs enamored by handsome design and watchmaking precision.
nabucco
14 | nabucco collection
7900 SR SPE12 LIMITED EDITION Included in an exclusive box with a ball-point pen and cufflinks.
nabucco collection |
15
7830 BK 05207
16 | nabucco collection
7810 BSF 05207 MATCHING CUFFLINKS INCLUDED
nabucco collection |
17
As a tribute to the Richard Wagner opera, the parsifal collection celebrates the values of the hero, Perceval, and his long quest for the Holy Grail. Launched over 20 years ago, this historic collection remains faithful to the aesthetic contours of the first models, with a gadrooned bezel, a finely worked bracelet, and the use of noble materials all in perfect harmony with today’s trends. Available in 28, 39 or 41mm and entirely automatic, the parsifal collection offers ladies and gents exceptional contemporary timepieces.
parsifal
7260 STC 00718
20 | parsifal collection
7260 ST 00659
7260 SC5 00608
parsifal collection |
21
freelancer’s name recalls that the Swiss Brand is one of the last independent watchmaking companies. This name also evokes the freedom of the artist, in front of an empty musical score. Like the composer, it is with just as much passion, creativity and precision that the Swiss watchmaker has assembled the components of the collection. Free of all constraints, freelancer has never stopped evolving since its creation in 2007, but always keeping its true character: having an urbane personality, with an elegant yet casual appearance, with beveled horns and emblematic screws. The freelancer timepieces all feature a mechanical self-winding movement housed in a 29, 38 or 42mm case, either for ladies or for gents.
freelancer
7730 STC 20021
7730 STC 20021
24 | freelancer collection
7730 STC 65025
freelancer collection |
25
26 | freelancer collection
7730 ST 20041
freelancer collection |
27
2710 SP5 20021
28 | freelancer collection
2710 ST 20021
2710 ST5 65021
freelancer collection |
29
2730 SP5 65021
2730 ST 20021
30 | freelancer collection
2720 ST5 20021
2720 ST 20021
freelancer collection |
31
2770 ST5 65021
32 | freelancer collection
2770 STP 65021
2770 ST 60021
freelancer collection |
33
“Maestro” means “master”, a person who excels in the practice of one’s art. In music, this word refers to the esteem commanded by a grand personality, composer or conductor. By giving this name to this collection – which comprises virtuosity, classicism, creativity, elegance and technical complications – RAYMOND WEIL is paying homage to those artists, who know how to synchronize the rhythms of tradition and innovation. Entirely mechanical and available in different sizes, from 30 to 41.5mm, the maestro collection features some complications in the great Swiss watchmaking tradition. RAYMOND WEIL is offering to men and women a true symphony of watches.
maestro
12849 G 00659 35 th Anniversar y Edition
m a e st r o 3 5 t h A n n i ve r s a r y Ed i ti o n In 2011, RAYMOND WEIL celebrated 35 years of histor y with the maestro 35 th Anniversar y Edition. This model, equipped with the moon phase function and two counters indicating the day and month, has a full-skin alligator strap and an 18ct yellow gold 39mm diameter case. True to the chic and classic spirit of the collection, the maestro 35th Anniversary Edition displays a timeless elegance and an uncompromising love for watchmaking tradition.
36 | maestro collection
M o o n Ph a s e C o m p l i c ati o n Moon phase watches show the various phases of the moon, which have always provided time with an orientation. The average period between two full moons is 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes and 2.9 seconds or about 29.53 days. Moon phase displays were very much in fashion during the Renaissance on large astronomical clocks and then on pocket watches. Although much less in use nowadays, this complication still fascinates, demonstrating the watchmaker’s technical mastery and know-how.
MOON PHASE CALENDAR 2013-2014
2013 September
5
12
19
27
October November
5
11
18
26
3
10
17
25
December
3
9
17
25
1-30
8
16
24
-
6
14
22
2014 Januar y Februar y
1-30
8
16
24
April
March
29
7
15
22
May
28
7
14
21
June
27
5
13
19
July
26
5
12
19
August
25
4
10
17
September
24
2
9
16
October
23
1
8
15
November
22
29
6
14
December
22
28
6
14
maestro collection |
37
12837 G 05658
38 | maestro collection
1
2
3
2839 ST5 00609
m a e st r o M o o n Ph a s e s et ti n g 1. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the moon phase 2. Turn the crown to set the time 3. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the date
2839 STC 00659
maestro collection |
39
2849 STC 00659
40 | maestro collection
1
5
2
4
3
2859 STC 00659
1. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the week 2. Turn the crown to set the time 3. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the moon phase 4. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the day 5. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the date
maestro collection |
41
2846 STC 00209
42 | maestro collection
2846 STC 00659
maestro collection |
43
2838 PC5 00209
44 | maestro collection
2838 STC 00659
2838 S5 05658
maestro collection |
45
2837 ST 00659
2837 SL5 65001
2837 STC 00609
46 | maestro collection
2837 PC5 65001
maestro collection |
47
2837 STC 50001
48 | maestro collection
2837 STC 00659
maestro collection |
49
2827 STC 00659
50 | maestro collection
2847 ST 20001
2847 STC 30001
maestro collection |
51
7737 PC5 00659
52 | maestro collection
4830 PC5 05658
4830 ST 05659
maestro collection |
53
2867 PC 00659
2867 ST 00659
54 | maestro collection
2867 STC 00659
maestro collection |
55
2739 LS3 05909
56 | maestro collection
1
2
3
2739 ST 05985 1. Turn the crow to set the time 2. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the date 3. Press the pushbutton as many times as required to set the moon phase
2739 L2 05785
maestro collection |
57
2637 STS 00966
58 | maestro collection
2627 STC 00965
maestro collection |
59
Full-bodied, voluptuous and yet delicate, jasmine, the exclusively feminine collection of the Swiss watchmaking Brand, adorns itself in all its finery, blossoming like the most beautiful of flowers on ladies’ wrists. Its name comes from Puccini’s opera, Turandot, where the princess’ splendor is associated with the jasmine flower. Inspired by this oriental beauty, all in roundness and delicacy, the jasmine collection embodies delicate femininity and beauty. In the Brand’s purest tradition, it combines all the elements of RAYMOND WEIL’s feminine watches. Whether in 29 or 35mm, the jasmine timepieces house an automatic or a quartz movement. In honor of this subtle beauty, the design of the flower is traced at the heart of the dial in guilloche.
jasmine
5229 S5S 01659
62 | jasmine collection
5229 S5 01659
jasmine collection |
63
5235 S5S 01659
5235 S5 01659
64 | jasmine collection
5235 S5 01658
jasmine collection |
65
5229 ST 01659
5229 STS 01659
66 | jasmine collection
5235 STS 01659
jasmine collection |
67
5235 P5 01659
68 | jasmine collection
5229 P5 01659
jasmine collection |
69
2629 STS 01659
70 | jasmine collection
2629 ST 01659
jasmine collection |
71
2935 PCS 01659
72 | jasmine collection
2935 S5S 01659
2629 S5 01659
jasmine collection |
73
The noemia collection pays tribute to the Brand’s family dimension: it is a subtle reference to the first name of Mr. Raymond Weil’s granddaughter, Noémi. Like her brothers, Elie and Pierre, she has inherited his love of music. Etymologically, this name means “charm” or “grace”, which describes this feminine collection perfectly. With the delicate curves of its polished steel case and the flawless elegance of its refined dial, noemia radiates a dazzling charm and class. In perfect keeping with a lady’s multifaceted personality, noemia shines in a thousand ways. With or without diamonds, the timepieces of the collection come in two different sizes, 27 or 32mm in diameter, all equipped with a quartz movement.
noemia
5132 STS 00985
76 | noemia collection
5132 SPS 00985
noemia collection |
77
5132 STP 00985
78 | noemia collection
5124 SPS 00985
5124 ST 00985
noemia collection |
79
5124 PS 00985
80 | noemia collection
5136 P 00995
5124 P 00985
noemia collection |
81
With its refined lines, tango masters the art of movement with precision. Appealing to both men and women, this collection offers harmony as perfect as that of a pair of Argentinean dancer. The models in this line combine vigor and sensuality, exuding distinction through their well-balanced proportions and signature bezel. The tango timepieces all feature a quartz movement and come in different sizes: 28, 33, 39 or 40mm in diameter. Esthetic purity goes hand-in-hand with a clear requirement for functionality, particularly with respect to optimal readability. A tribute to the watchmaking expertise of RAYMOND WEIL and accessible Swiss made quality.
tango
5591 SP5 00300
84 | tango collection
5591 ST 00300
tango collection |
85
5591 ST 00607
86 | tango collection
5591 ST 00659
tango collection |
87
5591 ST 50001
5591 ST 20001
88 | tango collection
5591 ST 30001
tango collection |
89
5591 STP 00657
5591 L1 00300
90 | tango collection
5591 STP 00308
tango collection |
91
4891 ST 00650
4891 SP5 00660
92 | tango collection
4891 STC 00200
tango collection |
93
5391 ST 00300
5391 ST 00659
5391 ST 30001
94 | tango collection
5391 SP5 00995
5391 STP 00995
5391 STS 00995
5391 SPS 00995
tango collection |
95
Tradition, this is what is handed down from century to century: a practice, a body of information, a way of thinking, doing or reacting, inherited from the past. According to its variations, whether feminine or masculine, the tradition collection remains faithful to a classic and timeless spirit. It is a reference to the Swiss horological know-how
handed
down
from
generation
to generation in the RAYMOND WEIL family. The timepieces of this collection come in different shapes and sizes and feature a quartz movement. The quality of execution, accessible luxury, durable style, tradition invites you to share another vision of refinement.
tradition
4476 ST 00200
4476 ST 00650
98 | tradition collection
4476 STC 00600
tradition collection |
99
5466 ST 00300
5466 ST 00608
100 | tradition collection
5466 P 00300
5466 STP 00300
tradition collection |
101
54661 STC 00300
102 | tradition collection
54661 PC 00300
5966 STP 00995
5966 ST 00995
TRADITION COLLECTION |
103
5956 STP 00915
5956 P 00995
104 | tradition collection
5456 ST 00658
5466 P 00300
5456 ST 00608
tradition collection |
105
R AY MOND WEIL & You R AYMOND WEIL owes its success in par t to its loyal distribution par tners a n d t o a n e v e r- w i d e n i n g c l i e n t e l e . W e w o u l d l i k e t o t h a n k YO U , our partners and customers, for your greatly appreciated support. For YOU, we are continually striving to improve our sales outlets and our boutiques, the places where we have the privilege of meeting and discussing with you. At the forefront of digital technology, we have also increased the number of virtual touch points, which enable us to be in contact with you all the time. Thanks to this seamless network, the Swiss Brand welcomes YOU into the great RAYMOND WEIL family.
RAYMOND W E IL , Int er nat io nal n e t w ork Thanks to the suppor t of dear par tners and the growing interest of watch enthusiasts, RAYMOND WEIL Genève has enjoyed a constant growth worldwide. Today, the Brand is present in more than 3,500 shops, in 95 different countries. In recent years, RAYMOND WEIL has also inaugurated some 20 exclusive boutiques internationally. The boutiques’ sleek design, conceived by RAYMOND WEIL’s architect-decorator, is fully in tune with the Geneva Brand universe, made of Swiss horological excellence, creative classicism and a passion for music and the arts. The perfect environment for an ultimate RAYMOND WEIL experience. With the opening of many more new points of sale and exclusive boutiques throughout the world, the Swiss watchmaker is establishing itself in the most promising markets and extending the impact of its horological symphony.
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Touch points At R AYMOND WEIL , we are constantly working on new ways to reach out to our clients and fans. We were the first luxury watchmaker to have a Club – the RW Club – strictly reserved for RAYMOND WEIL watch owners. We have been on Facebook since 2009. Our official Facebook page, and more recently launched Google + page, allow you to access exclusive content, browse our photo albums and enjoy exclusive high quality pictures of our timepieces or download high definition wallpapers for your desk top. They are the ideal places to be a part of the RAYMOND WEIL community. As for the RAYMOND WEIL Twitter page, it provides bite-size updates available anywhere from a computer or mobile device. Fo r a ll our f ilm s a nd vide os, we have c re ate d t wo YouTub e cha nne ls – RAYMOND WEIL and RAYMOND WEIL Music & Friends – which feature advertising campaigns, watch reviews, interviews and exclusive great videos of young talented artists we support. The first luxury watch brand on Foursquare – leading location-based social network of its kind – RAYMOND WEIL was also the first watchmaker to create an account on new video sharing platform Vine. Our iPhone and iPad applications have been specially developed to help you stay in touch wherever you are. They allow you to leaf through the pages of our catalogue and access beautiful pictures of our timepieces. There is also a wish list, a store locator function, a Brand section and a news chapter that is regularly updated. In addition, the iPad application also offers a films & T V Ads chapter featuring stunning videos of our timepieces in high definition. Read about all our events and exclusive behind-the-scenes news on the RAYMOND WEIL blog on Tumblr. You will get to know us in a more intimate way through our short posts, pictures and videos. We are also active on Pinterest with boards presenting photos and videos of our timepieces, advertising campaigns and artists we support. Linkedin is yet another way to follow our company and keep track of our activities. You can also view our products and recommend them to your network. Follow us on Instagram to get all our best on-the-go-pictures on your mobile! You will get sneak peeks of great events, shots of our watches, boutiques and more.
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RAYMOND WEIL S.A. reserves the right to modify the features or the technical specifications of the models shown, which may differ from the pictures shown in this catalogue. For the latest details consult raymond-weil.com. RAYMOND WEIL watches are sold by official dealers only. Copyright © RAYMOND WEIL S.A./2013 - All rights reserved.
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