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Thursday, January 14, 2016

LINDE WERDELIN Oktopus Moon Gold 3DTP CARBON

Unknown // // 1/14/2016

By TLex Talk about taking the classic gold watch and turning it on its head! Seen through a prism of light �

the new Oktopus Moon Gold 3DTP Carbon is a watch that is unmistakably of LW�s forward-thinking and innovative design DNA while belonging to the realm of luxury and sophistication.

Few watches manage to achieve such a toolish look with gold; even fewer brands are consistently creating watches with such a perfect balance of luxury and utility.

Black and gold are contrasted throughout its design: from the in-house moonphase complication at the center of the Oktopus Moon,

to the photorealistic, luminescent moons sitting on a golden disc, and outwards to the 3DTP bezel and 18k Rose Gold outer case.

The 3DTP used for the bezel differs from traditional carbon fibre composites or forged carbon, as it involves a technique of layering thin sheets of carbon that took many years to master,

with a further two years to perfect the iconic, angular case of the Oktopus.

This is the first time that LW have used a carbon bezel. 3DTP was chosen because aesthetically the layered carbon and surface treatments give the illusion of depth as the bezel catches light and reflects it back to its wearer, while still being a hard and scratch-resistant material suited to the bezel.

Pairing carbon with 18 karat rose gold creates a stark contrast between sport and luxury, while still being a functional combination for diving thanks to the anti-corrosive properties of both carbon and gold.

Linde Werdelin�s in-house moonphase complication sits at the heart of the Oktopus Moon Gold 3DTP Carbon, a statement of Linde Werdelin�s adventurous spirit, and directly applicable to diving.

The moonphase complication serves real purpose, an easy way for the wearer to track the full moon and plan the best time for night dives.

Another stunning watch from LW, you�re aware this is a full-on dive watch, but at the same time, it is also a really fine piece of horology and a desirable luxury gadget to boot � kudos, LW!

The Oktopus Moon Gold 3DTP has been released in a limited and numbered series of 59 pieces, priced at CHF 35,000CHF.

Unknown // // 1/14/2016

By TLex Pre-orders for the new KALMAR I 2016 are now open. Even if you aren�t planning on pre-ordering the new Kalmar I, I highly recommend taking a look a H2O�s product CONFIGURATOR -

that allows you chose from a veritable smorgasbord of options that will allow to create your own personal Kalmar I in steel.

A Stainless steel case housing either a Swiss made ETA 2892 or Japanese made Miyota 9015 automatic mechanical movements. The case can be had with crown placed either on the right or left (destro) side of the case,

A total of nine different dial types / colors, 4 handsets, 10 different bezel types such as � ceramic, DLC, Sapphire inlaid, Steel or Bronze and of course the choice of straps or Steel bracelets.

H2O have a Pre-Order Special: in addition to the standard Stainless steel bezel and crown guards, they are offering 1x DLC bezel + 1x DLC crown guard DLC + 1x Bronze bezel and 1x Bronze crown guard set included FREE of charge, so you�ll be able to personally reconfigure watch to your hearts delight!

All returning H2O customers will get a FREE black handmade HORWEEN leather strap with their orders. The max value of this special accessory package is worth 520USD.

Prices start from 700USD. PRE-ORDERs will close at the end of January with deliveries starting from mid-February.

BREITLING Chronomat 44 BLACKSTEEL

Unknown // // 1/13/2016

By TLex The Chronomat is more unique than ever with the launch of the Chronomat 44 BLACKSTEEL, as this new version of Breitling�s flagship model once again reinvents itself with a some exciting new design features!

Okay, let�s deal with the elephant in the room; Breiting have given this new Chronomat square counters! While some of you are gonna absolutely love them, many of you might be scratching your heads saying � why?

I appreciate the move to freshen up the Chronomat but the square counters just aren�t doing it for me � perhaps they�ll grow on me over time!

So what else is going on with this brand-new take on the ultimate sports chronograph? Its 44mm steel case has been treated by with a high-resistance carbon-based black coating as are many of Breiltling�s special editions divers.

The unidirectional rotational divers bezel now features black rubber-inlaid numerals, at 12 o�clock a large orange luminescent dot facilitates the countdown of dive time. The equally black dial boasts three new square counters; reminiscent of instrument panels, they are in line with Breitling aviation heritage.

Another brand-new feature is a special strap that combines a military-style anthracite high-tech fabric exterior with a rubber lining for excellent comfort.

Further featres of the watch include: screwdown crown and chrono-pushers, a water-resistant to 200 m (660 ft) and a Manufacture Breitling Caliber 01 self-winding chronograph chronometer-certified by the COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute) - powered by a black rotor that is visible through the Sapphire exhibition caseback.

DEEP BLUE Daynight MIL OPS Diver TRITIUM T-100

Unknown // // 1/12/2016

By TLex Deep Blue presents its newest model, the Daynight MIL OPS Diver Tritium T-100.

Its 316L Stainless Steel case measures 44mm in diameter x 15mm thick with a lug to lug length of 51mm and a lug width of 22mm.

Power comes from a Citizen made Caliber 9015 automatic movement.

Divers features include: a screwdown crown and caseback, a Sapphire Crystal and a ceramic divers bezel with a Tritium Tube at 12 o�clock. Water-resistance is 500 meters / 1650 feet.

Its Sunray dual circle dial comes in either: back, blue, orange or white. The white version has a white ceramic bezel inlay to match. The black dial version can come with either bezel color.

There are Tritium Tubes on the dial, bezel, and hands: at the 12 o'clock Position there are 2 Orange Tubes. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 each have a single Blue Tube. While the hands have Orange Tubes, the hour hand has 2 and the minute hand has a single Orange Tube.

The Daynight MIL OPS Diver Tritium T-100 comes on a steel bracelet with a push button deployant with divers safety clasp priced 799USD.

ORIS Carl Brashear LIMITED EDITION

Unknown // BASEL 2016 // 1/11/2016

By TLex To all the neigh sayers that said that bronze was just a passing fad that would never catch on! Oris is the latest big brand to get in on the bronze act with this lovely new 2000 piece Limited Edition Diver made in honor of Carl Brashear,

the legendary US Navy Master Diver whose extraordinary story was the inspiration for the 2000 film, Men of Honor, in which he was portrayed by Oscar award winning actor, Cuba Gooding Jr.

Carl was just 17 years old when he first joined the Navy in 1948; despite facing discrimination on account of his race he graduated from the Navy�s diving program in 1954. In 1966, he lost the lower part of his left leg in an accident during a mission to salvage a hydrogen bomb.

After an exhausting period of rehabilitation, he became the US Navy�s first amputee diver in 1968, and then went on to qualify as a Master Diver in 1970, becoming the US Navy�s first African American master diver. Carl Brashear retired in 1979. He died in 2006 aged 75.

ORIS have honored Carl Brashear with the introduction of their first ever bronze watch, the Oris Carl Brashear Limited Edition which is based on Oris�s popular vintage model, the Divers SIXTY-FIVE made from the same naturally aging material used for deep-sea diving helmets like the ones that Carl would have worn in the 1950s.

Its 42mm in diameter Bronze case will initially be bright and shiny, but will darken as its copper content reacts with carbon dioxide and moisture. This means each of the limited run of 2000 pieces will develop a unique patina over time.

Its unidirectional rotational divers bezel is also made of bronze, with a raised minute scale for tracking dive-time. Its Stainless steel caseback shows Carl�s helmet and his very personal claim � It�s not a sin to get knocked down � it�s a sin to stay down!

A Bubble-curved Sapphire crystal domed on both sides and a dark blue dial further the watch�s aquanautic character. Underneath this stunning dark blue dial is an automatic mechanical movement, an Oris Cal. 733, based on Sellita SW200, with a date at 6 o�clock. The watch is water-resistant to 100 meters.

The ORIS Carl Brashear Limited Edition Ref. No. 733 7720 3185 LS comes on a dark brown leather strap with a bronze pin buckle. Its Swiss retail price is 2600CHF.

ZODIAC Super SEA WOLF 68 Extreme BLACK

Unknown // // 1/07/2016

By TLex The NEW Zodiac SEA WOLF 68 Extreme collection is now available to buy. There are three different versions: this one, the Super Sea Wolf 68 Extreme BLACK Ref. ZO9501 with its black sunburst dial with a light blue rehaut delivered on a vintage style rubber divers strap with portholes,

a Limited Edition version with a black texturized dial with orange hour hand, hour markers and seconds indicator (Ref. Z09500),

and a version with a stunning sunburst blue dial with a black rehaut delivered on a steel mesh bracelet (Ref. ZO9502).

The Sea Wolf 68 Extreme�s Stainless steel case has a diameter of 44mm with a thickness of 17mm, a lug-lug measurement of 50mm and a lug width of just 20mm. It is water-resistant to 100 ATM.

Further features include: a Stainless steel mesh bracelet, a Swiss made automatic mechanical movement, a Sapphire crystal and a unidirectional divers bezel.

MSRP for the Super Sea Wolf 68 Extreme BLACK Ref. ZO9501 is 1395USD.

Unknown // // 1/07/2016

By TLex The new Zodiac SEA WOLF 68 Extreme collection is now available to buy. There are three different versions: this one, the Super Sea Wolf 68 Extreme BLUE Ref. ZO9502 with its stunning sunburst blue dial with a black rehaut delivered on a steel mesh bracelet,

the Super Sea Wolf 68 Extreme Limited Edition Ref. ZO9500 with its black texturized dial with orange hour hand, hour markers and seconds indicator,

and a version with a black sunburst dial with a light blue rehaut delivered on a vintage style rubber divers strap with portholes (Ref. ZO9501).

The Sea Wolf 68 Extreme�s Stainless steel case has a diameter of 44mm with a thickness of 17mm, a lug-lug measurement of 50mm and a lug width of just 20mm. It is water-resistant to 100 ATM.

Unknown // // 1/07/2016

By TLex The NEW Zodiac SEA WOLF 68 Extreme collection is now available to buy. There are three different versions: this one, the Super Sea Wolf 68 Extreme LIMITED EDITION Ref. ZO9500 of which just 82 pieces are available (if we are to go by the engraving on the caseback),

a version with a stunning sunburst blue dial with a black rehaut delivered on a steel mesh bracelet (Ref. ZO9502) and a version with a black sunburst dial with a light blue rehaut delivered on a vintage style rubber divers strap with portholes (Ref. ZO9501).

Special features of the Limited Edition include: a black texturized dial with orange hour hand, hour markers and a seconds indicator (also in orange). The rehaut is in black for this version.

The Sea Wolf 68 Extreme�s Stainless steel case has a diameter of 44mm with a thickness of 17mm, a lug-lug measurement of 50mm and a lug width of just 20mm. It is water-resistant to 100 ATM.