TUDOR HERITAGE Black Bay

By TLex TUDOR more than deliver the goods with their new heritage diver and they most certainly didn't get it wrong. Be transported back to 1954 and the pioneering days of SCUBA diving with the new Tudor HERITAGE Black Bay EDITION . . .

From TUDOR Steeped in the mysterious aura of a hidden bay, a long-buried treasure now rising to the surface, the new TUDOR Heritage Black Bay is the latest addition to the Tudor Heritage collection. A new interpretation of a benchmark model that left a lasting mark on the history of diving, the TUDOR Heritage Black Bay is a perfect embodiment of TUDOR�s vintage spirit.

EXQUISITE VINTAGE DETAIL Inspired by a model that first appeared in 1954, a period that saw the emergence of the first divers� watches, the TUDOR Heritage Black Bay has a domed dial, unusual burgundy colour bezel and �Snowflake� hands.

DEVOTED TO THE SEA Like a treasure emerging from the bottom of the sea, the Heritage Black Bay features lines inspired by the 1954 model: slender, elongated lugs, reworked and resized to produce a contemporary steel case with a diameter of 41 mm and enhanced by a domed crystal. The watch is waterproof to 200 metres (660 feet).

GENEROUS LUMINESCENCE The elegantly domed black dial displays generous luminescent hour markers for perfect visibility. The pink gold of the hands represent a gentle hint of nostalgia, suggesting the characteristic patina of older timepieces.

THE STRAP Equipped with the new folding clasp developed by TUDOR, the Heritage Black Bay model is delivered with a black fabric strap and a steel bracelet, or with a black fabric strap and a second strap in exclusive aged leather: another original touch for an elegant, contemporary watch.

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ULYSSE NARDIN Blue Sea LE MARINE DIVER

From UN For over 166 years Ulysse Nardin has been creating some of the most reliable marine chronometers in existence. With this latest addition to the marine Diver collection, the Manufacture in Le Locle firmly establishes its reputation as a cutting-edge watchmaker.

Resolutely anchored in aquatic sports, the brand new Blue Sea is designed to tackle extreme conditions. It perfectly combines its dual function as a diving instrument and beautiful watchmaking piece. Blue Sea has a self-winding movement featuring a 42-hour power reserve indicator, oversized small seconds and large date display.

A symbol of the vigour of youth, this powerful timepiece showcases Ulysse Nardin�s constant advances in watchmaking technology. Its stainless-steel case, 45.8 millimetres in diameter, has been specially treated with a sophisticated vulcanisation process giving it a blue rubber coating with a remarkable appearance and a truly comfortable feel. 

Its exhibition case-back reveals the self-winding movement also blued.The non-moving metal parts of the movement have been treated with a stainless blue titanium based alloy (ion sputtering process). Where necessary, the metal parts have been reworked to accommodate the blue coating, the thickness of which is 1 micron with a hardness of 1500 HV.

To enhance its look, a wave pattern adorns the structured strap and dial. The hour markers and hour and minute hands are covered with blue luminescent material for improved readability. Its power-reserve indicator is situated at 12 o�clock while the small seconds and large date are displayed at 6 o�clock. Small hands are painted blue. The sapphire crystal has been treated with an anti-reflective coating. 

Fitted with a unidirectional rotating bezel and screwed crown, its individually-numbered case is water-resistant to 200 metres. This edition is limited to 999 pieces, each individually numbered on the side of the case. The reliability of the Blue Sea is further strengthened by an exclusive black ceramic folding clasp and a blue rubber strap with ceramic components.

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LUMINOX Navy SEAL Steel Colormark CHRONO

By TLex LUMINOX expands its hugely popular Steel Colormark Series and debuts the new Steel Colormark Chronograph 3180 Series at Baselworld 2012. Six different models will be available, including an all-black version. The watch case measure 44mm and has a water-resistance of 200m, a unidirectional rotational divers bezel (displaying elapsed time up to 12 hours) and a highly scratch-resistant tempered mineral glass crystal.

As with all Luminox watches, the Steel Colormark Chronograph Series are Swiss Made and feature Luminox Light Technology (LLT), a dial illumination system that glows for up to 25 years, regardless of conditions, so that the watch is always visible!

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KENNETT Diving CHRONO FirstLook

By TLex This really is a first look. I know very little about this watch, in fact I don't even know its official name yet. But what I can tell you is that, this new watch from KENNETT will be their first Swiss Made model.

The diving chronograph has been designed in collaboration with leading Swiss designer, Jacques Fournier. It will be released later this year.

This is a very modern looking diver - poor man's HUBLOT possibly? I would take a guess that it's powered by a Quartz caliber, but you never know. Stay tuned for more . . .

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Gc-3 AquaSport Colour Boost

By TLex INTRODUCING the new Gc-3 AquaSport Colour Boost, of which there are 5 color variants: black, blue, green, red and yellow. The Gc-3 AquaSport has a water resistance up to 300 meters or 30ATM. Its 44mm 316L stainless steel case combines both polished and brushed elements with a tough black PVD coating.

It has been fitted with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with magnifying glass at 3 o�clock. Its milled dial with black sunray pattern comes with stamped indices - they, the numerals and hands are in coloured SuperLuminova�. It is powered by a Swiss Qaurtz caliber, but I'm not sure which.

Just another fashion diver? Sure, but so is THIS - and it ain't too shabby for 600euro!

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OFFSHORE LIMITED Commercial

By TLex An amusing commercial for the French Fashion Sport brand Offshore Limited. They could certainly give INVICTA a run for their money!

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NIVREL Deep Ocean GMT Giveaway CLOSED

By TLex NIVREL are giving away one of their lovely new GMT divers worth 899euro! The Deep Ocean GMT features a 43mm x 13mm 316L Stainless steel case with a water-resistance of 50bar or 500meters. It has a 120-click unidirectional rotational divers bezel with black aluminum inlay complete with 24hr GMT scale, a screwdown crown and caseback and sapphire crystal with a cyclops magnifying glass for the date.

The Deep Ocean GMT houses a NIVREL modified ETA 2826 automatic movement with: hours, minutes, sweep second, date, 2nd time zone through hand indication, 3rd time zone (24-hour bezel). It is presented on a Stainless steel bracelet with flip-lock deployment buckle and divers extension.

HOW TO WIN the NIVREL Deep Ocean GMT . . .

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STEP (2) Sign up for NIVREL's newsletter HERE . . .

STEP (3) Send an email to oceanictime@oceanictime.net with the subject marked: 'NIVREL Deep Ocean GMT Giveaway' confirming that you have met the criteria. If you have you entered correctly you will receive a short courtesy email within 48hrs of your entry.

The contest will run from today, March 6th until April 6th 2012. The lucky winner will be announced shortly after. Good luck!

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SARPANEVA Korona K0 DLC 2Tone

By TLex SARPANEVA have made two new DLC 2Tone versions of their Korona K0 DIVER . . .

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PERRELET Turbine DIVER

By TLex Here's sneak peek of the new PERRELET Turbine DIVER. More to follow soon . . .

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M�hle-Glash�tte MARINUS Chronograph SE Fulda Challenge

By TLex M�hle-Glash�tte announce the new MARINUS Chronograph SE Fulda Challenge. It features a solid stainless steel case, which has been coated with DLC, fitted with a sapphire crystal and has a water-resistance of 30ATM. A tough and hardy dive watch - that has qualified for the 2012 Fulda Challenge of which M�hle-Glash�tte were the official timekeeper. The watch was exposed to extreme elements and temperatures as low as -40�C as it made its way across 1,500 kilometers of Canada's Yukon territory . . .

From M�hle-Glash�tte The Marinus Chronograph is distinctive and unscathed as it emerges from the water. But the watch is no longer satisfied with tackling just one element. Whether surfing, snowboarding, sailing or snowshoeing: this outdoor timepiece from M�hle-Glash�tte also stands up to the challenges of snow and ice. The Marinus Chronograph has qualified for the Fulda Challenge 2012 thanks to its striking character and is now being launched as a special limited edition.

The strengths of the Marinus Chronograph are evident at a glance: its solid stainless steel case with a black highly resistant DLC coating (diamond like carbon) and 44 mm diameter can live up to any challenge. With its domed 2.5 mm thick sapphire crystal and a resistance to test pressures of 30 ATM, the Marinus Chronograph stands up to external influences such as temperature fluctuations, salt water and changes in pressure. These are all valued properties in the extreme conditions of the Fulda Challenge.

This Arctic decathlon takes place every year in the Yukon Territory in Canada. Athletes battle against the cold along the 1,500 km route as well as tackling the challenges of the individual disciplines which include dog sledding, skijoring and a half marathon at -40�C. M�hle-Glash�tte took part in the extreme event for the first time this year as the official timekeeper. To mark this commitment, a limited edition series of 250 Marinus Chronograph models was released.

The fact that you can tell the time with the Marinus Chronograph in virtually any conditions is all thanks to the M�hle chronograph movement MU 9408. The patented woodpecker neck regulation guarantees accuracy even under the harshest of conditions.

A 48-hour power reserve, stop-seconds mechanism and fast date corrector complete the technical features of this watch.

The non-reflective sapphire crystal offers an unrestricted view of the black watch face at all times; the white numerals and two totalizers stand out clearly from the background. The uncluttered design means that the small seconds display and minutes counter can be viewed at a glance. The one-sided rotating bezel with its red ceramic insert stands out easily against the otherwise black design of the watch. Thanks to the hands, numerals and indices coated with Super-LumiNova, the watch offers optimal legibility even in dark conditions or under water. The light spot at the zero point on the bezel enhances this further.

Equipped with all of these properties, the Marinus Chronograph can stand up to any challenge, regardless of conditions. This timepiece is the optimal partner for extreme athletes and outdoor enthusiasts who live their lives at the limit.

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Alessandro Baldieri SEAMONSTER V2.0

By TLex Here's a sneak peek at the new version of the Alessandro Baldieri Sea Monster, which is due for release in a number of color variations this June. Its 46mm case, which will house an automatic movement (not sure which one yet) has a water-resistance 200m or 660feet and is fitted with a sapphire crystal.

I quite like the case design - nice side profile. However the dial leaves me a little confused - there don't appear to be lumed hour markers at 6 or 12 o'clock, but instead these little hexagon icons? The lightnig bolt second hand is a little too much for this dial (memories of STOLAS).

There's an interesting dive mask etching on the caseback with the text: 'SUB Italiana'. The mask looks looks a lot like one of those camera masks. The new Sea Monster will be a Limited Edition of 500 pieces. Stay tuned for more soon . . .

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RAVEN Watch Co. Vintage Series DIVER

By TLex It has gold Mercedes hands, an oyster bracelet, a domed acrylic crystal, and there's no crown guard. RAVEN Watches' first model is as authentic looking as you get, and is finally on sale priced 680USD + Shipping. Follow the Raven Watch Co. logo below to find out more . . .

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VintageVDB GMT FirstLook

By TLex Here are the first images of the new Vintage-VDB GMT prototype watches. The VDB GMT with its 44mm polished case housing a vintage Enicar Sherpa caliber of which 8 examples will be made.

And the VDB GMT Special Edition with its 44mm PVD coated case housing a vintage Rolex caliber of which only 3 examples will be made. Stay tuned for more soon . . .

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FIORILLO Diver 2ndLook

By TLex It's been a while since I posted anything on the Fiorillo DIVER project. Temporanea Manifattura Fiorillo are an Italian artisan watchmaker, they don't have a website, but instead discuss all their projects on their watch FORUM.

Seen here are some new renders of their latest diver projects; the striking 6979-2 in a combination of Marine Bronze and Stainless steel, the 6979-1 All Black and the 3882-1. The detailing on watches is really incredible!

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BREITLING Chronomat 44 FLYING FISH

By TLex INTRODUCING the Breitling Chronomat 'Flying Fish', named so after extreme record breaking freediver, Herbert Nitsch, whose nickname is 'Flying Fish'. Herbert Nitsch is the only freediver to have reached the incredible depth of 700 feet!

The Chronomat 44 'Flying Fish' features an all-black dial and a steel case with exclusive satin finishing. It has a water-resistance of 500m (1,650 ft) as indicated by the red inscription on its dial.

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BREITLING Chronomat 44 TOPGUN

By TLex ''The real TOPGUN watch carries the Breitling signature!'' Those sound like fighting words if you ask me! Breitling asserting themselves as the aviation watch top dog gun with the release of their new Chronomat 44 TOPGUN! 2012 has seen a number of lovely aviation watches released, the gorgeous new Zenith Pilot 'Montre d'Aeronef' Type 20 and of course IWC's Top Gun models, which Brietling may or may not be referring to.

IWC show cased their new Top Gun watches at SIHH with a spectacular mock Navy Aircraft carrier as their backdrop. There's even been talk of the Rolex Sky-Dweller, another pilot? Exciting news for aviation fans! Fret not, though, I'm sure the humble dive watch has a plenty more to offer ;) Stay tuned . . .

From BREITLING As a privileged partner of aviation, Breitling enjoys long-established associations with the greatest professionals and flight teams on the planet � including the prestigious TOPGUN flying school, the US Navy tactics instructor program. In a meeting held at the NAS Fallon, Nevada base, TOPGUN members unanimously decided to signal their exclusive cooperation with Breitling through the creation of a limited edition bearing their insignia.

This Chronomat 44 chronograph, produced in a worldwide 500-piece limited edition and equipped with a 100% Breitling high-performance movement, features a blue dial in the US Navy colors carrying the authentic logo of the �United States Navy Fighter Weapons School� � the official TOPGUN name. The engraved caseback displays the same logo, accompanied by the limited-edition number. Part of the proceeds from the sale of this exceptional instrument will be donated to a charity selected by the TOPGUN cadre.

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OMEGA Planet Ocean CERAGOLD� (tease)

By TLex OMEGA have released a teaser VIDEO detailing what will be the highlights of their exhibition at Baselworld next week. But does the tease reveal a little too much?! Looking at the video we can see what look like new versions of the latest Planet Ocean family, which are using a new Omega proprietary technology known as CERAGOLD�.

An educated guess would be that CERAGOLD� is somewhat similar to the Liquidmetal� technology that Omega already use, so perhaps fusing solid gold with ceramic to create ceramic bezel inlays with solid gold markers! Cool! Expensive, but cool! Stay tuned for more soon . . .

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