The perfect technology and the arts, and Chen, Tourbillon century rebirth of the classic
Tourbillon innovation process is known to enhance performance to watch tourbillon accuracy of greubel forsey, 2008 Nian watch exhibition venue in the formal launch of four body Tourbillon 30 degrees in order to create their own complex technology challenges of the high precision of the ultimate goal of mechanical watches , spent five years before they developed out of the ball-type differential gear strikes a balance between the force of gravity caused by mechanical error of all places, to achieve a balanced power output, stability, and to enhance timekeeping accuracy, even beyond the Swiss Observatory certification standards, rated as the highest of contemporary precision tourbillon.
correspond to celestial bodies to run, the ball-type differential gear to resume Tourbillon synonymous with the glory of past accurate
1850 ~ 1880 era, Tourbillon was “precision” and synonymous with, but since the advent of wrist watch, watch the original design of the tourbillon device has been reduced to craft ornaments, practical operational accuracy has lost its meaning, the focus lies in the plane tourbillon device, can not adjust to watch from various angles to wear habits; in the Swiss watchmaking industry respected greubel forsey popular 30-degree double tourbillon body was found the mysteries of precision Tourbillon reply, after five years of R & D , in 2008 launched a 30-degree four-body tourbillon is equipped with well-developed the ball-type differential gear, adjust the force of gravity caused by the different directions of the small error of watches, but a further evolution to reach the accuracy requirements, would be far better than Switzerland, which has been beyond the astronomical certified catamaran Tourbillon 30 degrees every day of error of four seconds.
two basic invention, was born after the evolution of precision tourbillon
. gp This greubel forsey quadruple tourbillon à différentiel sphérique watches combination of art and the pinnacle of technological innovation to make. Yes robert greubel and stephen forsey second fundamental inventions, this invention allows them to watch an artist, author of a new high of
degree of technical data technical data
Movement
Patent hand-winding movement, there are 531 parts, four independent Tourbillon distributed within the framework of the two double-decker, 63 jewel bearings, 21600 frame rate, fast-rotating twin-winding pack. 50 hours power reserve
Function
Tourbillon 2 in 30-degree angle to rotate every 60 seconds a lap, the two outer tourbillon rotation of each quarter of the circle, there are hours, minutes, pointer, coupled with small-cap inside the second hand and power reserve indicator
Case
18k Red Gold, 43.5 mm diameter sapphire surface asymmetry protruding glass, and transparent case back side of the table with sapphire window, the table knocking back a hand-inscribed with the names of the inventor of bas-relief, 30 meters water-proof
Dial
Solid 18k gold and black gold
Strap
black alligator belt and gold buckle, hand-carved greubel forsey tags
Four-body Tourbillon 30 degrees to achieve precise requirements of the mystery lies in the basic invention of the first “30-degree twin-Tourbillon” After gf studio tests and found that tilted 30 degrees is the most consistent with a variety of bearings wearing habits and does not undermine the power transmission to the point of Tourbillon, gf, and this patent shows that entities in six directions at the same time through the test results, the daily error of only 4 seconds, accuracy is better than the Swiss Observatory certification standards (+6 ~ -4 seconds), gf 30-degree four-body Tourbillon is the foundation through the second differential gear inventions ~ ball (spherical differentiel), two 30-degree twin-Tourbillon, respectively, after correction of minor errors in power further adjustments to achieve the perfect balance of gravity on the balance wheel impact, leaving watches achieve higher accuracy.
October 24, 2009
Asian Grand Prix was the best complex Competition Award watch watch
October 23, 2009
Clocks and watches will gather in Shenzhen to build a base of green buildings
October 16, 2009, in the bright New District Management Committee, Shenzhen, Shenzhen Watch & Clock Association watch-cum-gathering base in the Universal Declaration of green building landmark – Building the project in accordance with waves to activate the signing ceremony, Shenzhen City Watch concentrated admission of companies have bases in seven waves, fine Rui, Jun Star, Bernie, Sen Feng vacuum coating, rival Pfizer, gaya common commitment: watches gather base building will highlight the “green” features, shape more innovative, more recycling, more effective, more competitive Park in Shenzhen City took the lead to create “green buildings, green industry, green park,” a new image of the industrial base. Deputy Secretary-General of Shenzhen Municipal Government, attended the ceremony at the honest and expressed their congratulations.
Person in charge according to Bo Tao fine introduction, according to intention to reprimand a huge wave of capital accumulation to build a base in Shenzhen City, watches the green landmark building – in accordance with waves building, specially hired to environmentally friendly buildings known for Europe’s largest architectural design firms, one of the United Kingdom prp Architects to design and employ a professional engaged in energy-saving emission reduction, recycling technology research and application of the Shenzhen Municipal Building Research for engineering design. Shenzhen plans to build a model of a modern image of the traditional industries, to show the world China’s famous era of style and high-end manufacturing.
“By building this wave of green building is only the beginning, watch industry cluster base, will be standing for more green buildings, to jointly display clocks and watches industry, a long history, deeply rooted in the arts, technology excellence and industry characteristics.” Shenzhen Watch & Clock Association The Secretary-General Zhu Shunhua introduction, “building a modern Green New City” is a promising new area of strategic positioning and development goals, Shenzhen watch industry cluster base is Shenzhen, one of the advantages of a traditional industrial base, but also focus on building a bright new area of professional park planning area of 1.14 million square m, location, ecological and beautiful, very suitable base for the development of watch industrial clustering. Including under-wave, including companies pledged to adopt the modern green energy-saving environmental protection technology, fully embodies the energy, water, land and materials and environmental protection requirements, to ensure building safety, applicability, economy, based on the realization of architecture and clock industry in sustainable development.
October 21, 2009
Photo: The watch melody into the music
Clocks and music has always had close relationship, from the old pocket watch to three asked the table, can tick the classical music from that time in the circulation. Today, the music, the arts into the watch design is one of many top brands do it this way, the two are often a perfect fit to watch themselves become the unparalleled artistic treasures. Like Hamilton, Chopin on the popular music inspired by the piano, saxophone these modern instruments through a representative material, streamlined polished to show the art dynamic melodious melodies, unique watch is showing a designer for music dedication love!
Jazz Sax
swarovski Swarovski d: light series
Style of avant-garde d: light series, will be designed to combine jazz and watches, precision cutting, perfect size, excellent lines and delicate use of pure carved decoration to make this series of bright flashes again. Crystal color, luminescence and scintillation are jazz saxophone is like a bright every keystroke, as in a happy rhythm of ups and downs.
Dynamic electronic music
chopard Chopin
watch happy sport disco female models
happy sport disco series of dynamic selection of the most representative of the dial, bright silver dial accompanied by full three-dimensional lines, and disco lighting pattern is very similar to radium, dial the seven of diamonds and silver scroll crocodile leather watch with a very smart, always showing the dynamic technology of electronic music.
Rock Percussion
dior Dior christal Series
The design takes its inspiration from the rock star, rock in the sonorous and forceful, as well as wild uninhibited style are all displayed here! Diamond inlaid rock-style percussion to keep the gorgeous, black sapphire crystal also filled with a sense of power, black and white echoes produced wild, rebellious effect, bold avant-garde has become an absolute immediate popularity.
Melodious piano
ap Audemars Piguet diamond Millennium Piano Table
Diamond-studded dial and bezel abnormal blinking, black and white piano keys, a natural fit with the time-scale, so that the second hand the keys to run on the track, you can completely feel the harmony of the piano and watch charm, just like the sound of the piano sounds beautiful in general , between the chord and the bass is so high harmony, it is interesting.
October 20, 2009
Swiss watch industry: looking forward to really compete with the ETA movement Brand
Recently, due to the constant complaints from customers, the Swiss Competition Commission comco again was compelled to launch a new round of plant eta movement investigation. Eta continuous rise in prices since 2003 has been, eta had been under surveillance in the comco. Swiss watch industry is an unresolved question is the eta monopolies and high-quality game between the movements in short supply. China Watch Network has been continuing concern, and reported on the eta of monopoly and the Swiss watch industry, the fact that a good movement in short supply. Let us through the Swiss watch industry veteran, Mr. alain spinedi, that louis erard president, to learn more about the truth of this fact and the latest developments —
alain spinedi that different under the surface of a beating with the same movement, for consumers, and not much more attractive. But in fact, this is not necessarily a bad thing. As we all know, the automotive industry where a few major oligarchs and they all had a few big engine and chassis. This is a normal economic phenomenon, not watch the industry unique. Take a look at the middle of the century, when almost every movement watch factory has its own factory, but the crisis, they have fallen before them than other manufacturers. Today, we again see that a lot of Swiss manufacturers in order to prevent a monopoly began investing heavily in R & D movement, but followed by a watch prices have gone up. Such as Chopin, the middle class is now the price can not match and Chopin.
alain spinedi believe, eta monopoly era about to end … …
October 19, 2009
Xi He CITOLE West Teng mechanical watches have been named “2009 Top Ten of my favorite watch styles”
French brand citole West Teng table, from romantic Paris, France by the French West Teng table Bentley International Investment Hong Kong Limited professional designers design and development, Guangzhou Bentley Watch Industry Co., Ltd. specialized in the production and sales.
Bentley Watch is engaged in the watch industry over 20 years, set design, production, sales, high-grade quartz watches and mechanical watches, a professional manufacturer, the company based on people-oriented business philosophy with the times, continues to lead out the latest fashion, trend watch. Use of advanced and applicable technology and scientific management methods and export business channels, design and development of different materials, different quality, multi-directional watch. At the same time learn and explore the world’s advanced design concepts and tabulation process, has introduced an elegant style, taste and noble classics, and its superior quality, beautiful shape, craft exquisite and the won the majority of consumers of all ages.
in 2009, after consumers voting and experts recognized, citole West Teng mechanical watches have been named “2009 Top Ten of my favorite watch styles.” Have your support, West Teng will be better!
October 16, 2009
Outdoor sports watch new brand Carbon14
Because of outdoor activities and natural ecological aspirations, as well as interest in watchmaking industry, robert hollander founded carbon14 brand. carbon14 also known as c-14, refer to a radioactive carbon dating method, while the carbon metaphor of the most rigid elements of nature. carbon14 will build on any occasion at any time ordinary people be able to wear watches, blending luxurious texture, movement and elegance in one sense. The brand positioning in the $ 250 to $ 500 U.S. between the limited edition price generally no higher than $ 800 U.S.. carbon14 will be land, water and air, human life, the three most important elements of design inspiration, with quartz, electronic or automatic mechanical movement. October 5, 2009 will launch the brand’s first watch works, so stay tuned.
October 15, 2009
BOUCHERON REFLET XL CRUISE Variety Yacht limited watch
reflet xl cruise + Gn = \ YnBb!? 16d @ -5,7 ywatchdoor stainless steel / hours, minutes, seconds, date display / table diameter 45mm / waterproof 50 m / Power Save 40 hours / Limited 26
Streamline shape of the low-key luxury
Variety reflet xl cruise yacht limited form, will be the top yacht production concepts into watch design, build out of the hands of somebody beloved plaything speed, and uses a unique system of law, be bold and stability of the polar Gao Lei Muk deck fabric, specially for the watch dial. boucheron strict selection and conditions of constant annual growth of high-density Lei Muk to obtain hard-line with the wide growth rings as a dial decorated, and in steel case portrayed as the instructions Scale line, proudly proclaimed on the election’s top organic material.
Photo: dial using the same wide ring of high-density Lei Muk production, not only elegant, more low-key sense of luxury.
From the inside out the perfect combination of modern science and technology
In addition to hand-made, and also has strap for quick conversion characteristics and high fashion sense of an elegant rectangular dial and six pairs of the number of digits, and top-Muk dial out, such as cross-cutting the modern school of painting of the low-key luxury. Sapphire crystal mirror and large-sized steel case, coated with streamline curvature of a complete lines of the wrist like a yacht streamlined shape, filled with a sense of movement. Internal equipped by girard-perregaux Girard-Perregaux automatic movement by creating a dedicated, such as the top yacht’s internal high-speed engine, powerful.
October 14, 2009
CORUM Admiral 44 black steel watch
admiral’s cup black challenge 44pvd stainless steel / cal. co753 self-winding movement / hours, minutes, small seconds, date display / chronograph functions / cosc Observatory certification / sapphire crystal mirror / Table diameter 44mm / waterproof 100 m / Limited 200
With black and white interpretation of the Marine flag
with a high degree of brand-name recognition of 12 edge-type case of the Admiral series, was first in 1960 and joined the ranks of high-level clock. Limited section of the Kunlun Mountains form Admiral 44 black steel chronograph, with black and white dial, conform to the table mining models to create images of black and white, classic 12 surface maritime flag indicator was presented in black and white monochrome, giving Unlike most colorful people the impression that, while the white dial can also let the show even more eye-catching.
admiral’s cup black challenge 44pvd stainless steel / cal. co753 self-winding movement / hours, minutes, small seconds, date display / chronograph functions / cosc Observatory certification / sapphire crystal mirror / Table diameter 44mm / waterproof 100 m / Limited 300
The mutual combination of heterogeneous materials
Cikuan crown with black pvd-plated stainless steel to create and care for the bridge compared to vulcanized rubber, although the two kinds of dissimilar materials are equally black, but the performance of the color and texture are not the same level or feel more abundant. Bottom Cover also use of dark treatment, the table back to pvd approach, together with the series of symbols – Admiral’s Cup Black icons are also engaged in mining processing, directly to reflect a “black challenge” a series of images, and with a white dial travel sharp contrast.
Cartier Men Watch 2008-date
santos 100: mysterious movement 18k platinum / 9610mc-type manual mechanical movement on the chain hollow / hours, minutes, show / Case diamond is about 7.6 karats / Black Caiman crocodile leather strap
Quiet demeanor of the men’s watch
Cartier custom tailor for men’s watches, precious materials with superior design and interpretation of a ever-changing style, the latest super santos 100 watch, the first time use of hollow rotary movement dial, simply by turning the crown you can present a Built-in which exquisite design, it is surprised. Through the crown of the rotation, built-in 18k white gold movable prism will not hesitate to start, in the small gear system, driven by the dial, you can gradually change direction, showing three different patterns. Was originally a classic Roman numeral scale 12 and then will change the composition of the diamond and black sapphire checkerboard grid pattern, the last tiger was crafted exquisite designs, its complex and cumbersome process of working require the production of more than 40 hours before perfect that vision. Combined with their rubies and 21 on the total weight of about 7.6 carats of diamonds, it is even more distinguished. Cartier watchmaking workshops alleged R & D investment as long as several months of effort in order to nurture such a clever idea, but the patent has been in the application. The Creative design of the santos 100 watches, equipped with hand-made Cartier mechanical movement on the chain of hollow, engraving, carving and assembly are handmade. Watch house is also equipped to provide up to 72 hours power reserve of the dual-winding device, through the transparent case back can be a look at their style tables. In addition, this limited edition watch 20, each can be engraved with a unique code number, fully dense inlaid diamonds in order to demonstrate their exquisite designs look amazing lai.
roadster watch 18k platinum / Cartier Model 3110 self-winding mechanical movement / hours, minutes, seconds, date display / 18k white gold bracelet, chain within the folder Walnut Festival / sapphire crystal mirror / waterproof 100 m
Fresh designs
In addition to santos 100, another walk in the era of cutting-edge design can be considered roadster watch. roadster watch an unprecedented new concept, the use of the materials to find alternative, be bold and walnut combined with 18k white gold, showing Jane Wood satin sheen, and precious metals interact Zhenghui elegance of dazzling brilliance. Selection of material, Cartier uses the body’s most slippery part of the tree so that it presents a walnut roundabout junction Qiu fine texture. Precious charming walnut is gorgeous and elegant as premium sports car interior, with 18k white gold case and bezel, luxury refined. Craftsman metal plate made of walnut Xiangtie expected, further varnish treatment, emphasizing the dial with the wood parts of the table to bring moist sheen. Movement in 3110 with Cartier chain-type automatic mechanical movement, power storage for 42 hours. The blossoms strap can also be replaced within a folder with optional walnut metal strap or semi-matte dark brown crocodile leather strap. Cartier will also release 250 engraved with an individually numbered limited edition models rose k gold watch engraved with the 150 individually numbered limited edition white k gold watch models.
October 10, 2009
TAG Heuer Lifetime Achievement Award by JIC
Jack Heuer (jack heuer) – As the world’s leading avant-garde movement is and the time table on behalf of – TAG Heuer, founder Edouard Heuer (edouard heuer) of the fourth-generation successor, the watch industry’s innovators and outstanding The watch marketing experts and Honorary Chairman of TAG Heuer, recently at the New York-based Jewelry Information Center-jic held the 5th Annual Dinner and Award ceremony, won the Jewelry Information Center jewelry-jic Lifetime Achievement Award.
Jack Heuer (jack heuer) Mr. practitioner for more than 50 years, jewelry and watches industry, increase the reputation and status, hailed as visionaries.
“We are very excited to give Jack Heuer (jack heuer) Mr. Jewelry Information Center jewelry-jic Lifetime Achievement Award.” Jic director David la non-Korea (david lafleur), “said Jack Heuer (jack heuer) Mr. by his personal history and professional achievements that have earned the entire watch and jewelry industry esteem and respect. he was improving customer styles of fine watches, crafts and elegant played a tremendous impact on cognition. To this end, Jack Heuer (jack heuer) Mr. Help Jewelry Information Center-jic efforts to expand the client’s awareness and influence. Therefore, we have sufficient grounds for the award to Jack Heuer (jack heuer) President, in recognition of his achievements. ”
Jack Heuer (jack heuer) profile
Mr. Heuer in 1958 as an engineer into the family business. A year later, he was in the United States set up its first subsidiary, TAG Heuer Time Inc. (heuer time corporation). In 1962, he became ed. Heuer & co. Sa a major shareholder. Two years later, when the company acquired its largest competitor, leonidas watch company (leonidas watch co.,), And renamed heuer-leonidas sa.
As heuer-leonidas’s executive director, he helped develop a piece of the world’s first automatic chronograph, and in March 3, 1969 issue. In the same year, Mr. Hoya became the f1 track in the first circular non-automotive sponsor in order to advance the TAG Heuer brand, the process of globalization. In 1971, he was with Ferrari f1 race started a very successful technical cooperation, the partnership continued for nine years, consolidating the TAG Heuer in the car in the field of leadership.
As electronic technology innovation will change the watch industry, TAG Heuer pioneered the electronic timer, and assist in the development of several world’s first electronic timing equipment, including the 1966 invention of the first accuracy of 1 / 1000 second portable low – Cost Chronograph microtimer, 1972 invented the accuracy of 1 / 100 sec handheld quartz stopwatch microsplit 800, and in 1977 invented the first digital and analog dual display stopwatch Manhattan (manhattan).
In 1982, heuer-leonidas sa has been sold to Earl (piaget) group. In 1985, the avant-garde technology group tag (techniques d’avant – garde) from Earl (piaget) Group acquired the company, and retain its name tag heuer sa. lvmh moët hennessy louis vuitton (lvmh) acquired in 1999, TAG Heuer, and in 2001 the appointment of Mr. Heuer served as Honorary Chairman. He continued in an advisory capacity for the company to contribute.
Carrera (carrera) Series Introduction
Jack Heuer (jack heuer) Mr. is one of the most important contribution Carrera (carrera) chronograph. Circular track in its history due to the potholes and guardrails, and has been a driving force behind one of the brand.
It all started in 1962, when the twelve hours of sebring as timekeeper of the TAG Heuer President met with two talented young drivers, rodriguez brothers. They told him a legendary match: Carrera (carrera) Pan-American road race in Mexico. He was immediately Carrera (carrera) The name attracted, and the Spanish meaning of “race” implies a “dynamic, elegant and full of passion, but also easy to sing.” Personally, Mr. Heuer watches series named seems to have become a habit of TAG Heuer “Carrera” name since its inception in 1964, seems to have become a plan for the future chronograph the name of choice. Since then, the Carrera, as a model while retaining the elegant sports watch that combines traditional style and cutting-edge technology to enjoy a lasting reputation. After evolving later, it remains the TAG Heuer, one of the many best-selling series.
In the past years, the Carrera family table models accounted for 12% of global sales, so that TAG Heuer became the 1000-5000 U.S. dollars price in the market first. TAG Heuer Carrera timer Jack (jack heuer) for outstanding contributions to the world watches a permanent symbol, and also precisely because of Jack (jack heuer) inestimable contribution that makes TAG Heuer into today’s strong brand.
Brand Introduction
TAG Heuer Since its inception in 1860, they occupy a sports watch and chronograph pioneer status and become the fastest growing luxury Swiss watch brands. As the Swiss watchmaking legend and the world watch industry pioneer century, TAG Heuer with many top international sporting events lasting bonds to create the most accurate timing tools and exquisite leading sports watch – it was the first to achieve a timing accuracy up to 1 / 10 sec, 1 / 100 seconds, or even 1 / 1000 second luxury watch brands. From the 20th century, 20 years of the Olympic Games to the legendary Grand Prix racing in India to achieve 500 di 1 / 10000 second precision timing, TAG Heuer tirelessly to achieve the pinnacle of performance, prestige and quality of the peak of the peak, and in all beyond the with the time measurement to a new level. TAG Heuer to Portland’s status as a proud leader in the witness at the same time create history by inviting the moment a number of Hollywood stars and famous sports brand endorsement, including Vodafone Maikailalun f1 team’s Fernando Alonso, Hamilton ; • Golf legend Tiger Woods, women’s tennis champion Maria Sharapova, as well as iconic figures in Hollywood • Brad Pitt • Uma Thurman, popular Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan, etc. • They use their own the excellent performance of the passion, charm and excellence, but also the interpretation of the TAG Heuer’s unique qualities – “Sports and charm.”