Experience: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore LeBron James. The Launch Party in Miami.

Finally, we get to share with you the fascinating party that was hosted by Audemars Piguet in Miami this past Friday, September 27, 2013, honoring the launch of their new Royal Oak Offshore LeBron James Limited Edition ref. 26210OI.OO.A109CR.01.

It was an unforgettable evening filled with glamour, celebrities, watchlifestylers, journalists, bloggers, VIP guests, influencers, amazing timepieces, good music, great food, champagne and some very nice signature cocktails.

Some of the celebrities at the party included LeBron James and his wife Savannah Brinson, Scott Disick —one of Audemars Piguet biggest fans— and Kourtney Kardashian, former NY Giants defensive end Michael Strahan and Audemars Piguet golf ambassador Belen Mozo amongst others. 

During the evening we not only had the chance to admire some of the most beautiful timepieces in the Royal Oak and Royal Oak Offshore collections that were on display, but we also ran into some of the most fascinating timepieces in the wrist of some of the guests. Top sightings include a Royal Oak Offshore Grande Complication in Titanium —number 1 of 3— with custom engraved rotor with the owner's initials, a Royal Oak Offshore Pride of Mexico in gold and one in stainless steel, a Royal Oak Jumbo 5402ST A-Series, a Royal Oak Extra Thin Tourbillon, a Royal Oak Offshore Scuba, a few Royal Oak Offshores Michael Schumacher Limited Edition in gold and platinum, a Royal Oak Offshore Carbon Alinghi and of course the brand new LeBron James Limited Edition, but this time outside the display showcase.

Guests from all over the world enjoyed this formidable party and became integral part of this unforgettable celebration. Highlights of the night include the video that was played in synchrony with LeBron's arrival at the party and François-Henry Bennahmias words while greeting him upon his arrival.

Now, enjoy the rest of the pictures!

Audemars Piguet, thank you for including us in this amazing event.

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet, News and tagged LeBron James Savannah Brinson Scott Disick and Kourtney Kardashian Belen Mozo Francois-Henry Bennahmias Audemars Piguet LeBron James Launch Party Miami Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Grande Complication Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Pride of Mexico Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Carbon Alinghi Posts 2013 2013.

Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore LeBron James Limited Edition. A Photo Essay.

First of all we would like to thank Audemars Piguet for including us amongst the select group of journalists and guests that attended this fascinating event on Friday September 27, 2013 down in Miami, Florida. The press conference just like any other event organized by Audemars Piguet was flawlessly executed in a very posh and elegant way.

At the press conference we enjoyed remarks from François-Henry Bennahmias —CEO Audemars Piguet—, Xavier Nolot —CEO Audemars Piguet North America— and NBA Miami Heat star LeBron James a.k.a. King James, followed by a brief Q&A session.

As you will appreciate in the pictures, a nice selection of Audemars Piguet watches were on the wrists of the attendees as well as several Lanvin Captoe sneakers to complete the ultimate watchlifestyler look.

Following the press conference, a few of us were treated to a nice selection of appetizers and drinks at acclaimed restaurant Juvia —located at the same 1111 Lincoln Road structure where the press conference and the party took place— right between the press conference and the party. Juvia is a place where the best elements from the French, Japanese and Peruvian cuisines intertwine in a symphony of flavors and creations that are out of this world.     

More coverage on the amazing party that followed the press conference tomorrow.  

For more info on Juvia click here and on Audemars Piguet here.  

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet and tagged Audemars Piguet Press Conference LeBron James Juvia Miami Lanvin Captoe Sneakers Posts 2013 2013.

Insider: Audemars Piguet Presents the Royal Oak Offshore LeBron James Limited Edition. Live Pictures from Miami.

Today, September 27, 2013, Audemars Piguet unveiled the new Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph LeBron James Limited Edition at a very posh press conference and party —at the iconic 1111 Lincoln Road structure in Miami, Florida— that we were able to attend in order to bring you this amazing live pictures. The venue were the event is taking place is an amazing open space envisioned by Robert Wennett and designed by Herzog & de Meuron in the heart of Miami beach that is the perfect setting for such global launch. 

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph LeBron James ref. 26210OI.OO.A109CR.01 will only available in 600 limited edition pieces. This new Audemars Piguet watch is fitted with a 44mm case in 18K rose gold with titanium bezel, black ceramic crown with rose gold inlay, black ceramic push-pieces, diamond-set push-piece at 2 o'clock, rose gold and grey rubber push-piece guards, display case back engraved with the legend "Royal Oak Offshore Limited Edition LeBron James" —and LeBron's signature imprinted in blue on the sapphire crystal—  and a gorgeous large square scale grey crocodile strap with 18K rose gold pin buckle.

This watch is fitted with a gorgeous grey 'Méga Tapisserie" dial with grey chrono registers, rose gold applied Arabic numerals, rose gold minute and hour hands, white hand for the running seconds and blue hands for the chronograph hands.  

More coverage to follow with images and video from the press conference and all the eye candy from the cocktail party that followed the press conference.

Sticker Price $51,500 USD. For more info on Audemars Piguet click here.  

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet and tagged Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Limited Edition LeBron James Audemars Piguet ref. 26210OI.OO.A109CR.01 Post 2013 2013.

Macros: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad. A Treat to the Eyes.

The legendary Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad needs no introduction. This amazing and iconic timepiece that we've seen in the wrists of dozen of celebrities and AP lovers was launched back in 2002 and since then, it has seen very few changes. A watch that in the words of François-Henry Bennahmias —during his interview with TimeZone— will continue to live for a little while and then we'll see it re-imagined. We only wonder what it will look like when Audemars Piguet decides to do so.

For now, enjoy the eye-candy as we get ready to bring you some big news from our friends from Le Brassus later today. We will be reporting directly from Miami where a private event will be taking place and we'll bring you full coverage here and via our social media platforms of some big news from the brand. For those of you already wondering, we cannot tell you what it will be, but one thing we are certain is that it is not a re-imagined Rubber Clad. 

Featured here, the now discontinued Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad ref. 25940SK.OO.D002CA.02 —with silvered dial and grey chrono registers— and the newer version of the same watch but in rose gold ref. 25940OK.OO.D002CA.02. The stainless steel version of the Rubber Clad is still available as ref. 25940SK.OO.D002CA.03 but with black dial and silver chrono registers.

For more info on Audemars Piguet click here.  

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet and tagged Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubberclad Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad ref. 25940SK.OO.D002CA.02​ Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad ref. 25940OK.OO.D002CA.02 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rubber Clad ref. 25940SK.OO.D002CA.03 Posts 2013 2013.

Experience: Two Classic Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshores Meet for Lunch at Freds at Barneys. A Photo Essay.

This time we headed over to Freds at Barneys New York for lunch. This hidden gem is one of our favorite restaurants in the city and a perfect place to talk about watches, enjoy some great food and shop at the store on your way out. 

Barneys New York started their business back in the early 1920s when Barney Pressman opened his very first store in the lower Manhattan area. Today, the Barneys New York flagship store is located on Madison Ave. between 60th and 61st streets. Barneys is also present in some of the most upscale areas of cities like Beverly Hills, Boston, San Francisco, Dallas, Las Vegas and Scottsdale. The New York, Chicago and Beverly Hills locations are the only stores that have restaurants within. The restaurant is named after Fred Pressman —Barney Pressman's son.  

Barneys New York store in Chicago is located half a block away from the famous Gold Coast Triangle on Rush Street between Oak and Elm —catty corner from some of our other favorite stores like Hermès, Prada and Barbour. 

Now, enjoy the photo essay and the watch eye-candy. An image speaks more than a thousand words. Oh, and by the way, next time you stop by Freds, make sure you order the 'Linguine Vongole' as it's our absolute favorite dish.

For more info on Barneys click here.  

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Food Wine & Cigars, Audemars Piguet, Sybarite Guide and tagged Freds at Barneys Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25721ST.OO.1000ST.01 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore ref. 25770ST.OO.0001.KE.01 Linguine Alle Vongole Linguine Vongole Audemars Piguet Offshores at Barneys Posts 2013 2013.

News: Zenith Presents El Primero Lightweight Limited Edition. An Avant-Garde Sports Model Available in Only 100 Pieces.

Zenith focuses firmly on lightness, daring and innovation in an exclusive version of its El Primero Striking 10th chronograph featuring high-tech materials. Issued in a 100-piece limited edition, the El Primero Lightweight model teams a titanium and silicon movement with an ultra-sporty carbon case. It signals the dawn of a new era in the fabulous history of the legendary El Primero calibre.

At the time of its launch in 1969, the El Primero calibre overturned existing conventions by asserting itself as the first-ever automatic chronograph to boast an integrated construction. Also impressing observers by beating at the exceptional frequency of 10 vibrations per hour (36,000 vibrations per hour), it is still the world’s most precise series-made chronograph calibre. Over the years, Zenith has steadily fine-tuned its legendary movement in order to optimize its precision, reliability and its performance.  

Zenith is now taking a new turn by unveiling a sportier and even more avant-garde version of the El Primero Striking 10th. The watchwords are lightness, performance and originality. Through combining technological innovation with creative daring, the engineers and watchmakers of the Manufacture were tasked with the mission of reducing the weight of the watch to an absolute minimum, yet without making any compromises on its precision, its sturdiness and its reliability – just as an engine designed for competition is optimized while bearing all these factors in mind. The sizable feat began with the movement. Based on its latest research relating to new materials, Zenith chose titanium —a light and resistant metal widely used in aeronautics— to machine the main elements of the movements that are the heaviest parts of the watch when they are made in brass: namely the main plate and five bridges —barrel bridge, balance bridge, pallet bridge, pallet-wheel bridge and chronograph bridge. The Manufacture has also maintained the silicon double chronograph wheel, while adding a lever and an escape-wheel made from the same high-tech, light, anti-magnetic material that is harder than steel and guarantees excellent efficiency. The result is a one-quarter lighter engine weighing just 15.45 grams —compared with 21.10 grams for a similar classic movement.

In terms of the watch exterior, the designers reworked and subtly enlarged to 45mm the original 42mm case of the El Primero Striking 10th, while also seeking to make it as light as possible on the wrist. The choice of carbon with its fine black color and its checkered effect evoking the world of competitive racing fits the bill perfectly, while also reinforcing the technical and sporty look of the model. The inner structure of the case is made of ceramized aluminum, a cutting-edge material that is at once light, sturdy and hard —1800 Vickers, as against 160-200 for 316L steel. The two chronograph push pieces are in titanium. The openworked lugs accentuate the aerodynamic profile of the watch and ensure a perfect flow into the integrated black rubber and high-performance Nomex synthetic fiber strap equipped with a triple folding clasp providing optimal security and comfort.

The new El Primero Lightweight is also distinguished by its highly original dial featuring a dynamic reinterpretation of the collection’s design codes. Openworking the central part further enhanced the overall lightness-oriented effect while providing a clear view of the El Primero calibre —also visible through the transparent case back. The disc-type date display has been lightened and reworked with pierced numerals standing out on a small red disc at 6 o’clock. The faceted hands have been hollowed as much as possible and then highlighted by a luminescent coating.  The light grey, blue and anthracite colors recapture the three emblematic colors of the 1969 El Primero chronograph that have become iconic brand features. The red sweep seconds hand with its small Zenith star accurately measures feats to the nearest tenth of a second — just as on the dashboards of the greatest racing champions.

Sporty, contemporary and decidedly masculine by nature, the El Primero Lightweight model brings a distinctive touch to the Zenith collections, while powerfully confirming the innovative capacities and the creating daring cultivated by the Manufacture. With its avant-garde technology and its youthful, dynamic look, it shows that the El Primero calibre still has a bright future ahead of it and doubtless heralds new developments as the brand with the guiding star is gearing up to celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2015.

For more info on Zenith click here.  

 

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under News, Zenith and tagged Zenith El Primero Lightweight Limited Edition 2013.

Insider: Badollet Ivresse. One of the Most Beautiful Blue Dial Watches.

Here we are presenting another one of the watches we reviewed during our meeting with Philippe Dubois, CEO of Badollet a few weeks ago. The Badollet Ivresse was presented at Baselworld 2012 and is a timepiece with one of the most beautiful midnight blue dials we have ever seen in our watch collecting life.

This is a watch that is simple, clean and perfectly balanced. The dial features an applied satin-brushed chapter ring on top of its midnight blue vertical satin-brushed dial and a highly polished Badollet griffin at 12 o'clock that almost appears as if it was floating in the middle of the darkness.

If minimalist German architect Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe were still alive, he would've described this timepiece using his famous quote "less is more". This beautiful timepiece features a 'tonneau' platinum case that wraps around the wrist like a glove. The case measures 53.80mm in length, 30mm in width and 12.30 in thickness and is fitted with an elegant dark blue alligator strap with large scales, safari finished with rolled edges, tone-on-tone stitching and a pin buckle also in platinum.  

Even though the rectangular 'tonneau'  shape is frequently used in ladies watches, this is a unisex watch that is extremely masculine and top heavy. The beating heart inside this gorgeous timepiece is the Badollet manual-wound calibre 2012. This calibre is a domed movement with cone-shaped going train, flying tourbillon and hanging barrel. The movement provides a power reserve of 5 days when fully wound and is fully visible through the figure eight —infinity shaped— display opening on the solid case back. This calibre, just like all other Badollet calibres is a work of art and a treat to the eyes.

The crown is perfectly flushed against the side of the case in a way where it's almost hidden underneath the watch bezel. This is a clever touch in the design that makes this watch even more elegant and visually appealing.

The wrist presence of this watch is superb and the watch wears very comfortably.  Opposed to what one would think, the watch doesn't wear high on the wrist because of its 'tonneau' shape that adapts to the curvature of the wrist. If you want to wear one of the most exclusive watches with a blue dial —since blue dials are so popular this year—, this is a watch that won't disappoint you, granted that you have enough money to buy one.

Sticker Price $220,000 USD. For more info on Badollet click here.  

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Other Brands, Badollet and tagged Badollet Ivresse Philippe Dubois Badollet Badollet Griffin Badollet Calibre 2012 Posts 2013.

News: Jaeger-LeCoultre Presents the Master Grand Tourbillon Enamel. A Masterpiece in High Jewellery Collection.

Press Release

For the first time, Jaeger-LeCoultre presents a timepiece, the Master Grand Tourbillon Enamel, featuring a sapphire crystal enhanced by a miniature painting applied using an innovative technique. Cranes, an age-old symbol of longevity, adorn the dial and are surrounded by bamboos of which some are meticulously painted on the sapphire crystal of the Master Grand Tourbillon Enamel watch. The decorated watch glass thus echoes the enameled dial, creating an extraordinary overall effect of depth and volume.

In the heart of the watch beats Calibre 978, one of the 1,242 calibres developed and produced by Jaeger-LeCoultre throughout its illustrious history. This caliber is legendary as it has won the memorable first prize in the 2009 International Timing Competition organized by the Watch Museum of Le Locle, Switzerland, and its technical characteristics epitomize the results of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s ongoing research. The tourbillon carriage made from a light yet robust titanium alloy weighs just 0.28 grams, thus very little energy is required to maintain its rotations. The energy from the barrel can therefore be entirely used to keep the large-sized variable-inertia balance oscillating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, guaranteeing an exceptional degree of precision. In keeping with fine watchmaking traditions, the parts of this calibre are meticulously decorated by hand, including the oscillating weight in 22-carat gold, seen through the sapphire case back of the watch.

The 18K white gold case measuring 43mm in diameter is embellished with an engraving on the sides and the bezel is set with baguette-cut diamonds that provide a perfect frame for the miniature artwork depicting cranes. No longer officially taught in art schools, the art of enameling is mastered by an exclusive circle of artisans perpetuating their know-how from one generation to the next. A meticulous guilloché work is performed on the white gold dial that is subsequently covered with transparent enamel with a shade of blue. The artist then draws a multicolored landscape and places the glittering Moon made of silver foil. Having fired the piece in the kiln to fix the colors, the enameler works with the 'blanc de Limoges', applying various layers to shape the birds with a relief effect.

The artisan will then give a touch of color to a range of miniature elements such as the plumage of the birds and the curve of their neck. The splash of colors gives life to the embossed design. Aiming at achieving a greater depth effect, the artisan adds miniature design elements to the sapphire glass that covers the dial and fires the glass to fix the colors.

Finally, such extraordinary enameling is matched by an exceptional gem-setting. Within the workshops of the Manufacture, gem-setting is a discipline exercised as an art in its own right. Not only do they master all the customary gestures involved in their craft, but the Jaeger-LeCoultre gem-setters have themselves developed procedures in order to meet specific aesthetic demands. The gem-setter places the 94 baguette-cut diamonds —totaling 8.0 carats— one by one, side by side, skillfully matching differently proportioned stones in order to cover the white gold bezel, lugs and crown of the watch with a precious glowing aura. The buckle of the watch is then set with baguette diamonds as a final sparkling touch.

This timepiece brilliantly combines the traditional know-how of the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre dedicated to the quest for precision since its founding in 1833, and a spirit of innovation illustrated by the development of avant-garde technical solutions. This timepiece is available in a limited number of 8 pieces.

For more info on Jaeger-LeCoultre click here.  

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under News, Jaeger-LeCoultre and tagged Jaeger-LeCoultre ref. Q16630E8 Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grand Tourbillon Enamel 2013.

Experience: Eight Omega Watches We Absolutely Love Right Now. A Little Bit of Everything for Everyone.

Many of you often wonder what our favorite watches are by each of the different manufactures. Well, no need to keep wondering. We have decided to put together a short list of eight of our favorite Omega watches right now. These watches are not only great looking but also a great bang for your buck. 

1. The Omega Seamaster Ploprof 1200M ref. 224.30.55.21.01.001 is a massive diver's watch with the most fascinating look and wrist presence. Bulky, manly and very 70s looking. Measuring 55mm x 48mm and weighing almost 300 grams, this diver's watch is one of our favorites. An updated interpretation of an iconic Omega vintage watch that is priced just right. Sticker Price $9,700 USD.

2. Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Co-Axial Chronograph in Titanium ref. 311.90.44.51.03.001 a lightweight —126 grams—, versatile and gorgeous looking chronograph with blue dial. Case diameter 44.25mm. Just because blue dials are very popular this year, this is a fantastic watch to own. Sticker Price $11,400 USD.

3. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Limited Edition Olympic Games Sochi 2014 ref. 522.30.46.21.01.001 a Planet Ocean Co-Axial 600M featuring red and blue accents on its ceramic bezel inspired by the colors of the Russian Federation flag. Case diameter 45.5mm. A limited edition watch consisting of 2014 pieces only. Sticker Price $6,600 USD.

4. Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co-Axial Chronograph ETNZ Limited Edition ref. 212.32.44.50.01.001 is a limited edition watch consisting of only 2013 pieces honoring the Emirates Team New Zealand from the America's Cup. A very sporty watch with a gorgeous rubber strap and a fascinating red and black dial that includes the 5-minute regatta countdown indicator. Sticker Price $6,600 USD.

5. Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M Co-Axial Chronograph in Red Gold ref. 231.50.44.50.06.001 a classic and robust chronograph in red gold with a fascinating teak pattern gray dial. The Aqua Terra collection recalls the wooden decks of luxury sailboats. Case diameter 44mm. This is not your run-of-the-mill solid gold timepiece weighing more than half a pound —close to 260 grams. Sticker Price $44,200 USD.

6. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M GMT GoodPlanet ref. 232.30.44.22.03.001  an ideal watch for frequent travelers that helps keep track of two timezones with a stunning lacquered blue dial and orange accents on its blue ceramic bezel. This watch was designed as a tribute to the rewarding partnership between Omega and the GoodPlanet Foundation where Omega has pledged a portion of the proceeds from this watch to fully fund a project to preserve mangroves, seagrasses and coral reefs in the oceans of Southeast Asia. Case diameter 43.5mm. Sticker Price $8,100 USD.

7. Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Limited Edition ref. 311.32.42.30.04.001 a discontinued limited edition of 1970 pieces that honors one of the most fascinating projects between Omega and NASA. The watch is provided with a large —57mm in diameter by 23mm in thickness— red-anodized aluminum protective case and the watch itself has a diameter of 42mm. This watch is also supplied with a stainless steel bracelet and a white Velcro fastening strap. Sticker Price $5,600 USD.

8. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M ref. 232.30.46.21.01.003 a classic, sturdy and elegant diver's watch with a gorgeous ceramic bezel. Case diameter 45.5mm. A must have in any collection. Sticker Price $6,200 USD.

For more info on Omega click here.  

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Omega and tagged Omega Seamaster Ploprof 1200 M Omega ref. 224.30.55.21.01.001 Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Co-Axial Chronograph Omega ref. 311.90.44.51.03.001 Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Limited Edition Sochi 2014 Omega ref. 522.30.46.21.01.001 Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co-Axial Chronograph ETNZ Limited Edition Omega ref. 212.32.44.50.01.001 Omega Emirates Team New Zealand Chrono Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M Co-Axial Chronograph in Red Gold Omega ref. 231.50.44.50.06.001 Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M GMT GoodPlanet Omega ref. 232.30.44.22.03.001 Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Limited Edition Omega ref. 311.32.42.30.04.001 Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Omega ref. 232.30.46.21.01.003 2013.

News: Audemars Piguet Ambassador LeBron James Visits 'La Manufacture' in Le Brassus.

Press Release

Audemars Piguet ambassador, crowned NBA champion as well as world’s Most Valuable Player for the second year running, LeBron James paid a one-day visit to the Manufacture in Le Brassus.

His visit included the Audemars Piguet Museum followed by a tour of the 'Manufacture des Forges' where he spent time in various ateliers including the Specialties and Grande Complication. “Visiting the Audemars Piguet Manufacture in Le Brassus for the first time was an amazing experience. It is such a beautiful place and I really enjoyed learning and seeing firsthand how the watch is made from beginning to end,” said LeBron after his visit.

LeBron James has written one of the most impressive pages in basketball history over the past couple of seasons, with consecutive regular-season MVP awards, consecutive NBA titles as well as NBA Finals MVP trophies bracketing two Olympic gold medals. He has become the third player in league history after Michael Jordan and Bill Russell to win back-to-back Finals MVP and regular-season MVP awards.

LeBron James perfectly embodies Audemars Piguet’s brand philosophy “to break the rules, you must first master them”. Striving for perfection and passionate for the game, he constantly reinvents and raises the bar for himself. A keen devotee of Haute Horlogerie, LeBron wears a Millenary 4101.

For more info on Audemars Piguet click here.  

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Audemars Piguet, News and tagged LeBron James Audemars Piguet Le Brassus Audemars Piguet Millenary 4101 Francois-Henry Bennahmias 2013.

Experience: Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6 Headphones. Class, Distinction and Pure Sound Quality.

Last month, renowned Danish maker Bang & Olufsen —B&O— launched their newest headphone creation, BeoPlay H6 headphones designed by Jakob Wagner. B&O introduced their first set of headphones, the U70, back in 1978 which means that their design principles introduced nearly four decades ago have been further refined and developed ever since. These are not your run-of-the-mill Beats by Dr. Dre that everyone and their mother are wearing. These headphones are classy and distinguished.

These around-the-ear type headphones are the ultimate in design, fidelity, luxury and comfort. The BeoPlay H6 are fitted with the softest lambskin leather on the ear pads and the memory foam inside them adapts to the shape of your ears perfectly. The headband area is made of calfskin leather to guarantee durability and proper aging over time. Underneath the leather of the headband, there's the right amount of padding to provide ultimate comfort.

Something we love about the natural color leather is that over time it will start gaining patina becoming darker and evolving into a set of headphones full of character. If you are someone that appreciates Danish design —like on the Linde Werdelin SpidoSpeed Black Orange pictured here— then these headphones are a must have for you. Inside the ear pads you'll find the Left and Right indicators carefully imprinted.

The headphones come with a removable cable with 1/8'' tips and the ability to plug the cable to either side of the headphones. The unused side allows for the user to share his/her music with someone else by plugging their own headphones to the B&O BeoPlay H6. The cable includes a small built-in control that can be used to adjust the volume or to play/pause the music. The headphones also include a nice black travel bag.

The B&O BeoPlay H6 offer truly natural and authentic sound performance with focus on a clear mid-range with a balanced bass and treble performance.  It includes a 40mm custom-designed driver with a neodymium magnet in a closed headphone design. The BeoPlay H6 has a bass port, which optimizes the bass performance, and drivers that are slightly angled to get the best distance and sound direction into the ears. The sound quality is way superior to other headphones we've used in the past including the Sennheiser or the Bowers & Wilkins.

If you don't want to be seen around wearing that huge red 'b' on your headphones, maybe its time for you to continue to embrace the best in life, just as you wouldn't want to be seen wearing a cheap watch. Headphones also available in black.

Sticker Price $399 USD. For more info on Bang & Olufsen Beoplay click here.  

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Fashion & Style and tagged B&O Beoplay H6 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H6 Bang & Olufsen U70 Linde Werdelin SpidoSpeed Black Orange New B&O Headphones B&O Beoplay H6 Headphones Bang and Olufsen H6 Headphones 2013.

Insider: Blacpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique for Ladies. The Perfect Diver's Watch for Ladies that Know Better.

This time we have decided to create a special post for our female readers. This special photo gallery features the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique in white and baby blue just for the ladies.

This Blancpain Fifty Fathoms ref. 5015A-1144-52A comes fitted with a gorgeous white mother-of-pearl dial with baby blue accents and matching rotating bezel. The ladies version of the Fifty Fathoms Automatique measures 45mm in diameter —same as the men's model— but its case is not fitted with an anti-magnetic protective case back like on the traditional black dial Fifty Fathoms ref. 5015-1130-52. The ladies model is fitted with a display case back that allows for a full view of Blancpain's automatic calibre 1315 composed of 227 parts, 35 jewels and that provides a power reserve of five full days when fully wound. A power reserve of this nature is ideal for those ladies that like to rotate their watches throughout the week without needing to worry about setting the time after the watch has stopped after two days of not wearing it. Additionally, the rotor on the movement is decorated with the beautiful conch motif.

To make it even more ladylike, the watch is fitted with a gorgeous white sail canvas strap. Interestingly enough, the blue accents on the dial and bezel are the perfect match to the blue color on the limited edition Louis Vuitton White Takashi Murakami Monogram purses. The strap is fitted with a pin buckle; however, there's the option to get the deployant buckle also available for this model.

Without a doubt, this is one of the most gorgeous ladies watches out there, that even though it is very sporty and a perfect ladies execution of the classic Fifty Fathoms, the watch still feels very feminine. This is a watch perfectly made for those watchlifestylers looking for the real deal when it comes to the timepieces that their significant others should be wearing. 

Sticker Price $17,200 USD. For more info on Blancpain click here.

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Blancpain and tagged Blancpain Fifty Fathoms ref. 5015A-1144-52A Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ladies White Dial.

Insider: Jaquet Droz Twelve Cities. A Very Easy to Use Worldtimer that Takes You Around the World in 12 Jumping Hours.

The Jaquet Droz Twelve Cities ref. J010133202 from the Majestic Beijing collection is the most simple, yet extremely elegant interpretation of a worldtimer with the ability to quickly check the time in twelve cities/timezones with the push of a button. Featuring a black 'Grand Feu' enamel dial, an 18K red gold case measuring 43mm in diameter and an automatic movement that provides a power reserve of 68 hours when fully wound, the Jaquet Droz Twelve Cities is the perfect companion for world travelers or those doing business with partners in multiple time zones that are looking for a worldtimer that is very easy to operate with one simple click.

Once you've set your local home time and city, all it takes is for you to push the button located right above the crown at 2 o'clock to travel in time to twelve major cities included in the aperture at 6 o 'clock. Cities included are Mexico, New York, Shanghai, Tokyo, Sydney, Azores, London, Genève, Istanbul, Moscow, Dubai and Aspen. The dial features a jumping hours aperture at 12 o'clock and a single hand marking the minutes.

The automatic calibre Jaquet Droz 5153 with double barrel and beautifully decorated 22K white gold oscillating weight is fully visible through the display case back. This movement features 28 jewels and beats at a frequency of 28,800 vph. As you can see in the pictures, this watch is available in a limited edition of only 88 pieces that are properly marked on the dial and the case back. The crown and the pusher that is used to advance the timezones are perfectly executed in a very elegant way.

The watch wears very comfortably and slightly bigger than its actual size due to its slightly domed sapphire crystal and the lack of a bezel on the case which makes the dial appear even larger. The Jaquet Droz Twelve Cities is fitted with a gorgeous rolled-edge black alligator strap with pin buckle in 18K red gold. Even though this fascinating timepiece is waterproof to a depth of 30 meters, as usual, we wouldn't recommend getting the strap wet.  

If you are a world traveler, a stock/commodity trader or you are just someone that likes worldtimer complications for the heck of it, this Jaquet Droz will help you scratch the itch for that next timepiece you've been looking for the past couple of weeks.

 

Sticker Price $31,200. For more info on Jaquet Droz click here.

 

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Jaquet Droz and tagged Jaquet Droz Twelve Cities Jaquet Droz Majestic Beijing Jaquet Droz Twelve Cities ref. J010133202 Grand Feu Enamel Dial Posts 2013 2013.

News: Jaquet Droz Grande Heure GMT. Available in Stores Now.

Press Release

The Grande Heure GMT Jaquet Droz arrives in stores. The timepiece pays tribute to Pierre Jaquet Droz’s travels with clean lines, a classic design and precious material. This latest model, featuring perfect legibility for two time zones, flawlessly meets the demands of the modern and stylish globe trotter. It offers a simple, precise way to read the time in two time zones.

The 24 indexes in Arabic numerals set around a Grand Feu enamel dial make it easy to see all the hours of the day in two cities.

Never before has a watch presented such a clear, effortless indication of two time zones. This technological development is enhanced by the majestic hands in the form of a compass, a detail which hints at the navigational instruments used by sailors of another era. The red hand indicates local time while the blued steel hand shows the time at the destination. When the two hands come together in the same time zone they merge into a single, bi-colored indication of the exact time.

Jaquet Droz has shown its commitment to simplicity and practicality in the Grande Heure GMT by boldly choosing a time-setting system with a single crown. The result is a watch design of distinctive purity, perfectly combining the ivory color of the dial with the rich red gold of the case. 

 

For more info on Jaquet Droz click here.

 

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under News, Jaquet Droz and tagged Jaquet Droz Grande Heure GMT Jaquet Droz 2013.

Insider: Badollet Crystalball Bamboo. An Exceptional and Very Exclusive Manufacture that Excels in Watchmaking.

Last week we had the opportunity to have breakfast with Philippe Dubois the CEO of Badollet. Not only did we have an amazing conversation with him about his brand but we also talked about the watch industry and where things are heading. Philippe, thank you for sharing such a fascinating morning and afternoon with us.

Badollet is an independent brand with a strong pedigree that, because of its exclusivity and high price range, is only accessible for the ultra elite watchlifestylers. While we were already familiar with the brand before meeting with Philippe, we have never perused a Badollet timepiece before. To be quite frank, it is one thing to see stock images of these watches and something very different to see one in person, peruse it and photograph it. This will be the beginning of a series of reviews of Badollet timepieces that we will be publishing here in the upcoming weeks.  

The Badollet name is part of a dynasty of watchmakers initiated by Jean Badollet (1635-1718) a watchmaker that published in 1689 a work entitled "“The Excellence of Watchmaking” or Small Treatise Describing its Antiquity, its Fundamentals, its Necessity and its Curiosities". Jean Badollet passed on his passion for watchmaking to his six sons. Jean-Jacques Badollet (1756-1843) worked for Abraham-Louis Breguet by supplying him with movement-blanks, gear-trains and “trade watches”. Jean-Moïse Badollet (1811-1862), the son of Jean-Jacques, established the firm “J.M. Badollet & Cie” which quickly became renowned for the excellent quality of its chronometers winning the first prize at the Observatory Timing Contest of 1872, second prize in 1873, third prize in 1875 and the first class medal at the Centennial International Exhibition of 1876 a.k.a. the Philadelphia World's Fair. After several descendants of Badollet managed the company for almost a century, in 1924 the company was sold to a third party and the long dynasty of Badollet master watchmakers came to an end. Despite this, the brand lived on and in 2006 Badollet was revived by Badollet International S.A.

Badollet timepieces —often called instruments of time” by the company— are designed and developed with the buyer in mind and their production is limited to 50 timepieces a year. Their collection is composed of five lines: Crystalball Stellaire, Crystalball Bamboo, Crystalball Chronograph, Observatorie 1872 and Ivresse.

The Crystalball Bamboo is a rectangular watch fitted with a tripartite 18K white gold palladium-coated case measuring 40mm in width, 43mm in length and 14mm in thickness. The case is extremely well finished with alternating brushed and polished areas on the side of the case and even when the measurements really don't portray a large watch, this watch wears considerably larger than its actual size and sits high on the wrist with an amazing wrist presence. The attention to details is immaculate and the overall design of the watch is very masculine and quite timeless. The crown is delicately marked with Badollet's griffin. The lugs are hollow and welded into the case providing another interesting design component to this timepiece.

This timepiece features a skeletonized dial in 18K white gold with a blackened gold-coated brass base, leaf-shaped blued anodized steel hands and a mesmerizing tourbillon cage. The Crystalball Bamboo is powered by Badollet's manual-wound calibre BAD5600 with aluminum and lithium bridges entirely hand-engraved to resemble bamboo scaffolding. The plate and gears are made from blackened gold and the movement provides a power-reserve of five days when fully wound.

This movement is perhaps the most beautiful movement our eyes have ever seen. The intricate work on each of the bridges shows the love for horology and the level of detail obtained by the watchmaker when engraving the bridges is just out of this world. As a side note, Badollet offers ad-hoc personalization where the bridges or other components of the movement can be changed, engraved, replaced with ceramic, sapphire or even encrusted with jewels. All Badollet timepieces can be fully customized and even designed from scratch upon request. What a brilliant product offering for the few that can afford it.  …   

The Crystalball Bamboo, just like all other Badollet timepieces, is fitted with a very elegant safari crocodile leather strap that is handmade, leather-lined, hand-creased, saddle-stitched and available in matte or glossy finish. The strap features an 18K white gold palladium-coated double-deployant folding clasp with a round buckle with the Badollet griffin engraved on it.

If you are ready to take that next step into collecting ultra premium 'haute horlogerie' timepieces then it's time to consider Badollet as one of your next purchases. Tradition, craftsmanship, innovation and exclusivity are some of the values that embody the essence of this manufacture from L'Orient in the Vallée de Joux.

Sticker Price $250,000 USD. For more info on Badollet click here.  

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Other Brands, Badollet and tagged Badollet Jean-Jacques Badollet Philippe Dubois Badollet International S.A. Badollet Crystalball Bamboo L'Orient Vallée de Joux Jean-Moise Badollet Crystalball Stellaire Crystalball Chronograph Badollet Obervatorie 1872 Badollet Ivresse.

Insider: BMW Alpina B7. A Powerful and Elegant Sedan Like No Other.

Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen GmbH is an automobile manufacturing company based in Buchloe, in the Ostallgäu district of Bavaria, Germany selling their own cars, based on BMW cars. Alpina works closely with BMW and their processes are integrated into BMW's production lines. The Alpina B7 is produced at the same assembly line in Dingolfing, Germany, along with all other BMW 7-Series. Today, the only Alpina offered in the USA is the Alpina B7.

The BMW Alpina B7 is the most powerful and elegant sedan in its class. This car is based off of the 750i/750Li and is almost like what an M7-series would be if it existed. Fitted with a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 this sedan boasts 540 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque. The Alpina B7 has a sportier look when compared to the traditional 7-Series and is fitted with 21-inch wheels with Alpina’s signature 20-spoke design. This BMW is better equipped and way more elegant that its regular counterpart. The Alpina B7 is respected for its impressive power and desired for its luxurious interior, just like the luxurious look of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo ref. 5402 on our wrist.

Even though the Alpina B7 is a massive car that feels like a tank, it reaches 60 mph from a full stop in only 4.3 seconds. To complete its ultimate sporty look, this car is fitted with front and rear spoilers. 

The interior is extremely luxurious featuring a combination of leather with 'alcantara' and a black glossy trim. The car is equipped with all the options that you can think of including a sunroof, the ability to check the speed on the windshield, a rear-view camera, sport driving mode, bluetooth and navigation amongst other features.

Its roomy interior with spectacular finishes will mesmerize you if you happen to buy one or ride in one. Additionally, a discreet CD changer is fitted under the airbag compartment on the passenger side and the car is equipped with powered privacy shades on the rear and passenger windows. The design of the door handles and every line of its interior is exquisite, modern and very sleek. 

In the Alpina B7, you can be certain that those riding in the back will have no issues with space or leg room. Even in the short wheel-base model like this one, the leg room is excellent and rear passengers have the ability to control the A/C system with their own controls. Additionally, the back is fitted with a collapsible center arm rest with storage and cup holders.  

If you are ready to ride in luxury without compromising power and performance, the Alpina B7 is the ideal car for you. Even though we are huge Porsche enthusiasts, we can tell you that this car drives way better than a Porsche Panamera.

Sticker Price starts at $128,495 USD for the short-wheelbase and at $132,395 for the long-wheelbase. For more info on the BMW Alpina B7 click here.  

Posted on September 15, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Automobiles and tagged BMW Alpina B7 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo ref. 5402 Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen GmbH BMW 7 Series.

Experience: Lanvin Captoe Felt and Grenade Leather Sneakers. The Watchlifestylers' Choice.

Lanvin is the oldest French 'haute couture' house and was founded in 1889 by Madame Jeanne Lanvin as a hat boutique. Working out of her small apartment located at 22 Rue de Faubourg-St. Honoré in Paris, Jeanne started making such beautiful clothes for her daughter Marie-Blanche de Polignac that in 1908 she decided to branch out and launched a children's apparel line.

In 1909, Lanvin joined the 'Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture' which marked her formal status as a 'couturièr' and started making dresses for the Parisian female elite. By the late 1920s and in celebration of her daughter's 30th birthday, Jeanne launched the perfume 'Arpège' which quickly became a huge success. At the same time, Jeanne introduced her new logo —Jeanne as a mother dressed in a flowing evening dress holding her daughter's hand— on the bottle of 'Arpège'. This is the same logo that today is an icon and synonym of one of the most exclusive 'haute couture' houses in the world. In 1994, L'Oreal purchased the company and seven years later sold it to Shaw-Lan Wang, a Chinese media magnate. It was not until 2010 when Lanvin opened a boutique on Madison Avenue and a year later three boutiques in Moscow.  

The Lanvin Captoe sneakers are not only the most iconic luxury sneakers in the market but also a sneaker that is extremely popular among celebrities and watchlifestylers. The Lanvin Captoe sneaker comes in a variety of types of leather, finishes, captoes and combinations. The most popular model to date is the one featuring suede with a patent leather captoe.

The Lanvin Captoe sneaker ref. AM5DBB1LANP7B is the newest model in the low sneaker captoe line. Featuring navy blue felt and a black grenade grain leather captoe, this is a shoe that will make an impression wherever you go wearing them, just like the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver in our pictures.

The shoes are not only perfectly designed but also very well crafted and extremely comfortable. The shoes feature leather piping along the ankle area, by the shoe lace grommets and on the back of the heel.

These shoes are fully lined with dark brown leather and their interior is very soft and features extra cushion on the heel tab and the shoe tongue. The shoes feature ventilation grommets around the arch area and perfect length shoe laces in blue. 

Opposed to the traditional full white soles on all other Lanvin Captoe sneakers, the felt model features white soles with a black inlay on the front, bottom and heel. This is a nice contrasting touch that sets this model apart from the others.  

If you are a true watchlifestyler and you are tired of wearing what everyone else has on, run over to Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman or the Lanvin boutique and get a pair of these amazing shoes that look as good with a pair of jeans or with a suit. We promise you won't regret it.

Sticker Price $570 USD. For more info on Lanvin click here.  

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Fashion & Style and tagged Lanvin Captoe Sneakers Lanvin Captoe Sneakers Felt and Leather Lanvin Sneakers in Blue and Black Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver ref. 15703ST.OO.A002CA.01 Lanvin Captoe Sneakers Felt and Grenade Leather Navy Blue and Black Jeanne Lanvin Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture Arpege Shaw-Lan Wang L'Oreal 2013.

News: Tudor Watch Officially Launched in the U.S. Welcome Back to an Amazing Selection of Timepieces.

Last night, Tudor Watch officially relaunched their watches in the U.S. during New York's Fashion Week at the IAC building —a Frank Gehry designed building completed in 2007. With a wide array of models suiting almost everyone's taste, the Tudor comeback is one that most watchlifestylers have been hoping for for a very long time.

The selection includes the Heritage Advisor, the GranTour —FIA World Endurance Championship Timing Partner—, the Fastrider and Fastrider Black Shield —Ducati's Timing Partner—, the Heritage Black Bay, the Pelagos, the Heritage Chrono and Heritage Chrono Blue, the Glamour and the Clair de Rose. Make sure you stop by your closest authorized dealer and check them out.

Welcome back Tudor Watch. For more info on Tudor Watch click here.  

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under News, Tudor and tagged Tudor Launch New York Fashion Week IAC Building Tudor Heritage Black Bay Tudor GranTour Tudor Heritage Advisor Tudor Fastrider Tudor Fastrider Black Shield Tudor Pelagos Tudor Glamour Tudor Clair de Rose Tudor Heritage Chrono Blue Tudor Heritage Chrono Tudor 2013.

News: Jaeger-LeCoultre and Film Society of Lincoln Center Name English Director and Writer Andrea Arnold the '2013 Filmmaker in Residence' at the 51st New York Film Festival.

Jaeger-LeCoultre and Film Society of Lincoln Center are pleased to name English Director and Writer Andrea Arnold as the 2013 Filmmaker in Residence during the 51st New York Film Festival, as part of their multi-year partnership, which kicked off in April at the 40th Anniversary Chaplin Award Gala in April, honoring Barbra Streisand.
 
The Filmmaker in Residence initiative is to further the goals of filmmakers at an earlier stage in the creative process. Andrea Arnold will have the opportunity to focus on developing or refining new work, and participate in master classes, mentorships or cultural exchange and enrichment film programs with the Film Society of Lincoln members, the film community and the public.
 
“We are thrilled to announce Andrea Arnold as the 2013 Filmmaker in Residence during the 51st New York Film Festival. Our partnership with Jaeger-LeCoultre on this cornerstone program fosters excellence in the filmmaking community, and reflects our shared belief in the universal power of film to inspire and engage the global community.” -- Rose Kuo, Executive Director of the Film Society of Lincoln Center.

For more info on Jaeger-LeCoultre click here and for the Film Society of Lincoln Center here.  

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under News and tagged 2013 Filmmaker in Residence Film Society of Lincoln Center Jaeger-LeCoultre and the 51st New York Film Festival Andrea Arnold 40th Anniversary Chaplin Gala 2013.

Insider: Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Classique. The Clock Powered by Ambient Temperature Variations.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos clock is the only clock in the world that requires no battery, electric current or winding of any kind. The clock is powered solely by changes in the ambient temperature and its movement is virtually perpetual.

Even when Leonardo da Vinci had already demonstrated that perpetual motion was not feasible because of the laws of physics, Neuchâtel engineer Jean-Léon Reutter designed this completely revolutionary clock in 1928 and it only took a few more years of research by Jaeger-LeCoultre to transpose the idea into technical reality and patent it. The principle of the Atmos lies in a hermetically closed capsule with a gaseous mixture which expands when the temperature rises and contracts when it falls. Connected to the driving spring, the capsule swells like the bellows of an accordion and winds the clock constantly. Between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius, a temperature fluctuation of a single degree is enough to ensure an operating autonomy of about two days.

The Atmos clock is designed so that no excessive resistance opposes this minimum power. The Atmos balance wheel oscillates slowly and majestically at only 120 vph — 60 times less quickly than that of a traditional clock, 240 times less quickly than a wristwatch movement and 1,966,000 times less quickly than a quartz watch movement— and it hangs from a steel alloy wire that is as fine as a hair and yet stable and resistant, thereby keeping any loss of energy due to friction to a minimum. The gearing is so perfect that it requires no lubrication and oil would merely clog the mechanism. 

To get an idea of the delicacy of this minute energy transfer, consider the fact that 60 million Atmos clocks together would consume no more energy than a weak 15-watt electric light bulb. All the components of the Atmos clock are incredibly precise
and dependable, so that it operates virtually without any wear. It is therefore distinguished by its long service life which —theoretically— can be as long as 600 years. Below we have included a diagram that shows the different components of the clock in order to better understand its mechanism.

A unique gem of horological technology, the Atmos clock is a timekeeper of distinction for Heads of State and numerous sovereigns. For over half a century, the Atmos clock has been the official gift of the Swiss Confederation. Eminent recipients of this clock include John F. Kennedy, Sir Winston Churchill, General Charles de Gaulle and Charlie Chaplin amongst other personalities.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Classique clock ref. 5101202 is housed in its gold-plated brass cabinet with a removable front glass door. The dimensions of the clock are 200mm in width, 155mm in depth and 225mm in height and the beating heart is the Jaeger-LeCoultre calibre 560 composed of 207 pieces and 15 jewels. The dial features Roman numerals and blue 'poire' hands.  In order to ensure proper operation, the clock is fitted with a built-in leveling indicator at the front and leveling knobs.

Most Atmos clocks will not operate at all unless they have first been properly leveled and always remember that you should never move an Atmos clock when the balance wheel —pendulum— is moving.  Once you have leveled the clock properly, then you can adjust the time by delicately advancing the minute hand with your finger but keep in mind that the hour hand should never be touched and do not adjust the time without first making sure that the balance wheel is locked and never move the minute hand in a counterclockwise direction.                                     

In order to prevent damage to the mechanism, Jaeger-LeCoultre has fitted the Atmos clock with a locking lever that is located underneath the dial and right above the balance wheel. The locking lever is in the unlocked position when it's moved all the way to the left and in the locked position all the way to the right. Never, never attempt to move the Atmos clock before locking the balance wheel. If you need to lock the balance wheel in order to move the clock, always wait until it stops moving and then immediately slide the lever. Never stop the balance wheel when it's still rotating and never touch it to make it move or to stop it.

In order to maintain proper regulation, the Atmos clock is fitted with a regulation adjustment lever located on the top of the clock frame right by where the wire is located. This lever can be used to regulate the clock in case it is running fast or slow. Typically, if the clock is running accurately and keeping correct time, the lever should be exactly centered between the plus and minus symbols. If you find it necessary to increase or decrease the speed of the clock, always adjust it by moving the lever one graduation mark at a time and allowing a few days in between the next adjustment in case it is necessary.

The clock includes an additional leveling knob that is located towards the back and this leveling knob can only be accessed through the bottom of the clock. Remember to not tilt the clock unless the balance wheel has been locked with the lever. Also underneath the clock, you will find the shipping screw that needs to be unscrewed before being able to start the balance wheel. The clock will not start running unless you have unscrewed this center screw.

The Atmos clock is a masterpiece of horology and one of the classiest table clocks ever created. If you are ready to add the most elegant decorative touch to the credenza in that corner office you just got a few months ago, look no further. Your peers will be amazed by this fascinating clock and you won't have to worry about replacing a battery for as long as you own it.

Sticker Price $6,900 USD. For more info on Jaeger-LeCoultre click here.

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Editor & Publisher and filed under Jaeger-LeCoultre and tagged Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Classique Clock Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 560 Atmos Clock Jean-Leon Reutter Leonardo Da Vinci Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Classique clock ref. 5101202 Gold-Plated Atmos Clock 2013.