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The Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph: the pilot’s watch for all generations

by Marine Heim

Breitling has been making us dream with the Breitling pilot’s watch for 70 years now. To celebrate this anniversary, Breitling is unveiling a more modern, younger, more colorful reinterpretation of the collection. Let’s take a look at the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph, a true watchmaking icon that has always been on everyone’s lips.

An in-house movement for stellar performance

In addition to the perfect combination of Breitling’s heritage and new on-trend design codes, the latest Navitimers are also very precise tool watches. Indeed, all the timepieces contain a self-winding mechanical movement, the COSC-certified Manufacture Breitling 01 calibre. The movement builds up a power reserve of approximately 70 hours, making it ideal for changing watches over the weekend. It is also extremely precise, oscillating at 28,800 vibrations per hour.

A modern and retro style for the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph

The Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph retains its look and feel by keeping the elements that have always been there: a circular slide rule, baton indexes, a trio of chronograph counters and a notched bezel. Nevertheless, it has an updated profile thanks to the flattened slide rule and domed glass. The watch has a slimmer silhouette, which enhances the view of the COSC-certified Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01 through the transparent case back. It is available in three different sizes –41, 43 and 46 mm–, ensuring that there will be a model that is perfect for you! The case comes in a first version in stainless steel and a second version in 18-carat red gold. As for the bracelet, you can choose between a metal bracelet and an alligator strap. Meanwhile, the dial sports a palette of colours between blue, green, copper or even black and white. And the detail that makes this watch even more wonderful is the return of the winged logo of AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association) at 12 o’clock. In short, the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph features a more up-to-date look that is sure to delight all generations.

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RARE HANDCRAFTS BY PATEK PHILIPPE IN 2022

by Marine Heim

La Rare Handcrafts Exhibition 2022 de Patek Philippe se trata de una exhibición abierta al público la cual se celebró en los salones Patek Philippe, en la ciudad de Ginebra. Esta exhibición tuvo lugar durante el 6 de abril hasta el 23 de abril, a excepción de los domingos. 

Con esta edición de 2022, por primera vez, esta exposición además, en  su historia, se trasladó fuera de Ginebra, concretamente a París, del 14 al 22 de mayo. 

En esta exposición, no solo se pudo disfrutar de las grandes obras de diseño, si no que también se pudo disfrutar del trabajo de los artesanos en directo. 

Todas las piezas expuestas en este gran evento, pasaron acto seguido a sus nuevos dueños, los cuales las usaron para decorar sus casas y no volverán a salir. Es por lo que, este evento, es la única oportunidad de poder verlas, disfrutarlas y sentirnos cerca de ellas. Estamos frente a un evento de obligatoria asistencia para todos los amantes del mundo de la alta relojería, o básicamente del arte en general. 

De este evento hemos podido destacar dos creaciones en concreto: 

20118M “Bol d’Or” y 995/130G-001 “Swan”

20118M “Bol d’Or”

Esta pieza se trata nada más que un “Pendulette Dôme”, un modelo de reloj de mesa de los más famosos de la marca de relojería suiza. Ofrece una gran superficie externa, esta superficie lo que permite es que se convierta en un espacio óptimo para poder plasmar en dicha superficie cualquier tipo de trabajo artístico o artesanal. 

Cuando hablamos de esta pieza de colección hablamos de técnicas de esmalte cloisonné y paillon para reproducir de una manera casi exacta la Regata Bol d’Or. Se le rinde homenaje a esta regata ya que el actual presidente de Patek Philippe, Philippe Stern, ganó dicha regata un total de 7 veces.  

El 20128M “Bol d’Or” es una pieza única en la que las técnicas utilizadas, las ya mencionadas y otras como la pintura en miniatura. Esta obra de arte lleva inscritas además las fechas en las cuales Philippe Stern ganó dicha regata. Podemos observar también como en la carcasa de esta obra está dibujado el recorrido de la regata con hilo de oro. 

Con una cifra de 13,8 metros de hilo de oro y 64 colores opacos, semi opacos y translúcidos se realiza la pintura de esta fenomenal obra de arte. Además, viene equipada con un calibre 17 PEND, movimiento mecánico cuya energía se genera mediante un motor eléctrico.

20118M “Bol d’Or”

995/130g-001 “Swan”

La siguiente pieza se trata de un reloj de bolsillo, al cual se le atribuye el nombre de “swan”, ya que su principal motivo decorativo es un cisne. Para la creación de esta obra los artesanos de Patek Philippe recurren al esmaltado, marquetería de madera y grabado manual. 

El fondo del reloj está hecho con esmalte negro y sobre el se encuentran aplicados en oro blanco, los índices horarios en forma de números romanos del tipo Breguet. Hasta las agujas, incluida el segundero, también se han elaborado con oro blanco y están decoradas con grabados manuales. 

En el reverso de esta obra encontramos la figura de un cisne hecha con una asombrosa técnica de micro marquetería. Se elige el cisne ya que es un animal típico de Ginebra. Se usan 23 tipos distintos de madera en las 223 final láminas y 30 incrustaciones  que conforman esta figura. 

En el interior de este reloj de bolsillo encontramos el calibre 17” LEP PS, un movimiento de carga manual con indicación de segundero pequeño.

Para descubrir más sobre Patek Philippe podéis recurrir a nuestra página web.

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GENEVA WATCH DAYS

by Marine Heim

En 2020, un año que cambió y marcó la historia de nuestra sociedad, llegó una pandemia que asoló el mundo entero y lo paralizó. Tuvimos que recomponer  y volver a poner el mundo en marcha.

Iniciados en 2020, cambiando el concepto de evento y viéndose reforzados en 2021, los Geneva Watch Days se han arraigado por completo en el mundo de la relojería.

¿EN QUÉ CONSISTEN?

Un salón global, descentralizado, autogestionado y abierto al público. Es un evento en el cual descubrirás marcas de relojería que a lo mejor no conocías. Descubrirás también las novedades más punteras en cuanto a tecnología, diseño, estilo, materiales en lo que a relojes se refiere. 

Este evento reúne a unas 40 marcas, las cuales expondrán su arte relojero ante el mundo, en diferentes hoteles, manufacturas y boutiques para ofrecerles al público y a los invitados de la exposición. Se ofrecerá además, paneles, cócteles, cenas, conferencias de prensa. Todo esto en la capital de la relojería.

¿QUÉ MARCAS PARTICIPAN?

Este evento junta a muchas marcas conocidas en este mundo. Esta vez nos vamos a centrar en dos de ellas: Breitling y Oris.

BREITLING

Una de las marcas fundadoras y que impulsó este evento, formó parte de las cuales decidieron crear esta iniciativa. 

La compañía fundada en 1884 y conocida por la creación de cronómetros precisos para aviadores debía estar presente en este evento y como no, ser una de las que formó la iniciativa.

ORIS

Oris es una de las benefactoras del evento, es decir que contribuye a la aportación de material, ya sea con relojes u otro tipo de artículos para dicho evento.

En resumen, los Geneva Watch Days son la evolución de los congresos de relojería en la capital de este sector. 

Estos días transcurren entre el 29 de Agosto y el 1 de Septiembre. 

Descubre más sobre los modelos de muchas de las marcas que participan en este gran evento en nuestra página web.

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HISTORY SINCE 1832

by Marine Heim

What does Longines mean?

The term Longines comes from the term the longines, meaning long meadow, elongated fields. When it comes to the origins of the brand, we could think from 1880, when the brand was registered in the Federal Office of Intellectual Property or even in 1889, when the logo was registered, the classic sandwatch with wings with equestrian inspiration. 1893? Registered in the international office, being the oldest brand with registered activity.

If we want to be precise, it starts in 1832. 

3 partners, August Agassiz and two others founded their watchmaking agency in Saint-Imier, pocket watches being their speciality. Later, it was Ernest Francillon who was the driving force behind the company.

1913

In this pre-World War I year, Longines developed its first monopusher wrist chronograph caliber, the 13.33Z. An excellent movement of high quality, 29.00 mm in diameter, it is equipped with a 30-minute counter and measures the time with great precision.

2014

Elegance is an attitude is the brand’s slogan and one of its core values. This was the inspiration for the Elegant collection, which perfectly represents the classicism and sobriety inherent to the watch brand itself. Each model in this collection represents its own definition of elegance.

NOWADAYS

A few years ago they unveiled a revolutionary development in timing. The Longines Positioning System, which provides instant data on the exact position of the horses during the races as well as their ranking.

NOVELTIES

Here at geneve company we always strive to have the best possible quality watches. We always have the best new products in this highly cultivated world. With Longines more of the same, here we bring the most remarkable novelties of the brand on our website. 

Next, these novelties are: Master collection, Hydroconquest, Dolcevita and Hydroconquest XXII Commonwealth Games.

LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION

LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST

LONGINES DOLCE VITA

LONGINES HYDROCONQUEST XXII COMMONWEALTH GAMES

These watches from Longines are the ones representing the icons from the brand, so here at geneve company we wanted to present them to you. Being able to see that we offer you the best possible watches. 

Discover more on our website about Longines novelties or other ones

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A NEW LIGHT THAT WILL MAKE YOU SHINE, MARCO BICEGO

by Marine Heim

HOW IT STARTED

Marco Bicego, before creating his own brand, trained under his father’s wings in the brand. It was in 2000 that he launched his own brand, the well known Marco Bicego’s brand. As he kept growing the talent did not go unnoticed in the jewelry world and the brand, Marco Bicego, started to be famous all around the world, particularly in Europe, Middle East, Asia and the US. 

With the headquarters placed in Trissino, where his know-how is expressed every day, Marco Bicego showed proudness of the heritage recived and the Italian tradition.

NOWADAYS

Like every great mind, Marco Bicego focused his creations in inspirations, in his case the inspiration comes from nature and all the organic forms in order to create his jewelry. 

All the forms created by Marco Bicego are made with noble materials. 

Indeed, The use of 18.carat yellow gold and coloured precious stones is the signature of this amazing jewel maker. Also, each piece is made with great care and handcrafted.

20 YEARS OF THE COIL TECHNIQUE

A technique glimpsed and subsequently improved, which was reinvented in order to adapt to the times, has been a key element in the development and creation of original and revolutionary collections such as Goa, Cairo, Masai and Marrakech. All this, 20 years after the fateful moment. 

Marrakech collection: Masterpieces of goldsmith craftsmanship, with modern and refined design.

Goa collection: Timeless design and maximum attention to detail.

Masai collection: Rigorous, clean and elegant style that never ceases to amaze.

“THE COIL IS THE SYMBOL OF MARCO BICEGO”

NOVELTIES

18k yellow and white gold, 5.52 gr of weight and 0.15 carats.

18k yellow gold and 4.18 gr of weight.

18k yellow gold, 12,47 gr of weight, 0.03 carats and a size of 17 cm.

Marco Bicego is one of the big jewelry brands in our society and time, fine pieces inspired in nature and perfectly matchable with everything you could wear, could be for casual meetings or the most elegant events to assist. 

Marco Bicego is never going to let you down.

Discover more on our website.

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TAG HEUER CARRERA

by Marine Heim

FINALLY, A WATCH AT THE HEIGHT FROM THE GRAY MAN

This watch is designed for those who live at 100 per hour, the Tag Heuer watch Carerra braves the borders of watchmaking. 

IN LIFE, EVERYTHING IS PLAYED ON ONE HANDLE OF SECONDS

A watch in a classic style, with an automatic movement, a diameter of 39 mm and a box made of steel. The bracelet colour is black and the sphere is silver. 

This watch is the perfect combination of elegance and performance. The perfect one if you want to go on a date or in an adventure

A WATCH FOR EXTREME SITUATIONS: FROM CAR CHASES TO MEETING FRIENDS

A watch with remarkable features. Automatic movement, a diameter of 42 mm and a steel case. The bracelet is made of steel and the colour of the dial is dark blue.

Elegance and adventure come together to give shape to this elegant piece of watchmaking

IN THE HEAT OF THE MOMENT OF THE MOMENT, ALWAYS WITH STYLE

Another elegant timepiece from the Tag Heuer part of its Carrera range. A watch with an automatic movement, a 44 mm diameter and a steel case for reinforcement. The bracelet is black as is the dial.

Tag Heuer is one of the great watch brands of our time. It has been one of the greats since its beginnings. Now, on the occasion of the premiere of the film «Gray Man», the Tag Heuer Carrera has been launched once again. This time with Ryan Gosling. 

To discover other models from the Carrera range or the Tag Heuer brand, simply visit our website.

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PEQUEÑO PASO PARA EL HOMBRE, UN GRAN PASO PARA OMEGA

by Marine Heim

SOBRE OMEGA

Omega es una marca con más de un siglo de historia, nació en 1848 de la mano de su fundador, Louis Brandt. Tanto la marca como su fundador han vivido grandes acontecimientos como las dos grandes guerras. 

En 1917, La RAF británica y luego el ejército norteamericano después, eligieron Omega para equipar a sus unidades de combate. Fue precisamente en esa época cuando se popularizó el uso de relojes de pulsera en detrimento de los de bolsillo, una tendencia de la cual ya no habría escapatoria.

SPEEDMASTER

En 1957, se presentó el primer modelo del speedmaster, el destino tenía preparado para él un papel muy especial en uno de los mayores acontecimientos de la humanidad. 

Justo antes de la crisis de los años 70 ocurrió algo que nadie, ni Omega, esperaba. Durante los años 60, plena carrera espacial contra la URSS, la NASA necesitaba encontrar un reloj fiable y que sobre todo resistiera las condiciones extremas que se iba a encontrar en el espacio. 

El 1 de marzo de 1965, el único reloj que superó las pruebas fue: El Speedmaster. Desde entonces fue adoptado por la NASA como “Reloj certificado oficialmente para todas las misiones tripuladas”. A raíz de esto, Omega, empezó a añadir la expresión “Professional” en la esfera debajo de Speedmaster. 

Pero fue en 1969 cuando el Speedmaster adoptó -o más bien se le asignó- el mote por el que hoy es más conocido. El 19 de julio de ese año el mundo asistía boquiabierto y en directo al primer alunizaje de un ser humano y, aunque todavía hay encendidas discusiones sobre si esas imágenes eran reales o grabadas en la Tierra por Stanley Kubrick, lo cierto es que dio origen al grabado que desde entonces lleva inciso en su tapa trasera:«First and Only Watch Worn on the Moon»: el Moon. el Omega Speedmaster Moon.

SPEEDMASTER MOONWATCH

Omega se ha inspirado en el estilo de la 4ª generación del Moonwatch, comúnmente conocida como ST 105.012; que fue utilizada en la Luna por los astronautas del Apolo 11, en 1969.

La actualización más significativa llega con el movimiento Co-Axial Master Chronometer calibre 3861. Este nuevo mecanismo asegura que el Moonwatch no se verá afectado ni siquiera por los campos magnéticos más extremos, que alcanzan los 15.000 gauss.

El brazalete presenta un diseño renovado con 5 eslabones arqueados más parecido al de los modelos históricos. Frente al brazalete de años anteriores, el eslabón central es más estrecho y corto lo que transmite la sensación de mayor refinamiento en la muñeca. También se ha rediseñado el cierre que incluye un logotipo OMEGA pulido sobre una cubierta con acabado satinado.

Descubre más sobre el moonwatch en nuestra web.

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THE BIG 5 OF THE DIVING WATCHES BRANDS

by Marine Heim

The primary use of dive watches is far less important to their owners today than it was in the past. This does not make dive watches and their brands any less interesting. 

In this article we are going to expose which ones are these brands:

OMEGA

Rolex

BlancPain

Panerai

Doxa

For the following we are going to focus on the brands OMEGA and Panerai.

OMEGA

One of the leading brands of diving watches is, and always has been, Omega, which launched the Omega Marine in 1932. At the time, the water resistance of the watches was at most splash proof, it was the first watch that could be worn underwater. The Omega Marine was immersed in Lake Geneva to a depth of 73 meters (240 feet) and then tested in a pressure chamber where it withstood a depth of 135 meters (443 feet). This experience gave the brand the impetus to develop water-resistant watches, making Omega one of the leading brands of diving watches. The popularity of scuba diving in the years following the Second World War made this period the first era of modern diving watches. Omega launched its famous Seamaster 300 in 1957 as part of its Speedmaster, Railmaster and Seamaster trilogy. This timepiece became a cult watch and is still the inspiration for the current Seamaster 300 collection. Today, Omega continues to develop advanced diving tools for professional divers.

PANERAI

Panerai is also a famous name in the world of diving watches. In the first half of the 20th century, Panerai earned a reputation as the official supplier of marine instruments to the Italian Royal Navy, as well as watches for the army’s combat divers. The timepieces manufactured by Panerai in the 1930s for the Italian Navy are still very popular among diving watch enthusiasts today. For the record, all of these dive watches were designed and manufactured by Rolex. With their oversized cushion-shaped cases and minimalist dials with large numerals, these watches we know today as Radiomir still stand out today.

Diving watches are classics among watchmaking history, they’re still trendy nowadays. 

Discover more diving watches in our website

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WHAT MAKES IT ART

by Marine Heim

What are complications?

The word complication indicates something that is considered complex or difficult. As
regards watchmaking, a complication consists of additional functions that complement a watch.

What difference does a complication make?

These features added to a watch represent a serious challenge to skilled watchmakers who have to incorporate them in spaces as small as a wristwatch case.
The more functions a watch has, the more complicated it will be to manufacture.
Today, complications add value to watches and directly affect their price. There are many different types of complications, including chronograph, power reserve, tourbillon, etc.
Here we are going to focus on the tourbillon, the GMT and the chronograph.

Tourbillon

What is a tourbillon? In basic terms, it is a feature that improves the accuracy of mechanical watches by offsetting the effects that gravity can have on certain parts of the movement when the watch changes position.

Tourbillon watches feature a tourbillon carriage that is often visible on the watch’s face.

One example is this Jaeger-LeCoultre…

GMT

This is a very useful complication, especially for frequent travellers, as it makes it possible to quickly see the time in the place you are visiting and at home. GMT stands for “Greenwich Mean Time”, thus giving meaning to the world time function. 

GMT is the mean solar time at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London, which marks the Prime Meridian that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole.

This Panerai features a tourbillon as well as a GMT function…

Chronograph

It is used to measure short time intervals. To do so, a watch with a simple chronograph has two push-buttons, one on each side of the crown, that are used to start, stop and reset the measurement. 

There are other kinds of chronographs: 

  • Mono-pusher: three actions are performed with a single push-button
  • Rattrapante: allows you to time different events that start but do not stop at the same time.
  • Flyback: allows the chronograph hand to return to zero and restart immediately by pressing the push-button once. 

The SEAMASTER below has a chronograph…

The world of watches is extensive and complex, which is why timepieces are considered highly complex works of art. 

Discover many more models with complications on our website

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THE REAL AVIATION WATCH

by Marine Heim

NAVITIMER 2022

This year marks the 70th anniversary of Breitling’s legendary watch, and the occasion sees a completely revamped collection featuring a striking color palette, modernized styling and unforgettable journeys.

Throughout Breitling’s 70-year history, its first aviator watch has been loved by aviators and trendsetters alike. From major celebrities to an astronaut have worn this legendary timepiece.

On this occasion, tribute is paid to this legend in the world of watchmaking.

EVOLUTION OF THE MODERN RETRO STYLE

In creating this Navitimer, its DNA has been retained with original and recognisable aspects of the icon. With its circular slide rule, baton indexes, trio of chronograph counters and notched bezel for easy handling.

This time, the watch is available in several sizes: 46, 43 and 41 mm. Two case materials: stainless steel or 18-carat red gold. Different straps: semi-gloss alligator leather or seven-row metal.

Emphasis should be placed on its colors; blue, green and copper. It is these new colors that define the new dial options. 

In addition to all these details that make you fall in love, there is a singularity that awakens nostalgia and that is the return of the AOPA wings to their initial position at 12 o’clock.

DISCOVER THE NEW COLLECTION

THE NAVITIMERS

2022 is looking very good for the Breitling brand, especially after the return of the legendary Navitimer model, which has been completely revamped and modernized.

Discover more models of the Navitimer on our website

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