Friends who are familiar with Patek Philippe must know that the Ref. 5016 Super Complicated Function Watch was born in 1993. This three-question, tourbillon, and perpetual calendar are three top-level complex functions, together with flyback and moon phases. The classic watch on an extremely low-key and restrained dial has been favored by collectors and enthusiasts for the past 18 years. At Baselworld 2011, Patek Philippe released the new Ref.5216R watch, which is a comprehensive evolution of Ref.5016: it not only retains the five classic functions of Ref.5016 and the classic dial layout, but also slightly increases The large case can increase the resonance of the three-question function, making the timepiece sound of the watch fuller and louder. Today, the new Ref. 5216R ranks fourth on Patek Philippe’s list of super-complex watches, second only to the astronomical tourbillon Ref. 5002 (Sky Moon Tourbillon), the triple-complex watch Ref. 5208 and Ref.5207, which debuted in 2008. The new Ref.5216R uses a 39.50mm rose gold case, which is 2.7mm larger than the Ref.5016. Comes with its hand-stitched chocolate brown alligator strap. 18K gold folding clasp with Patek Philippe classic design. In addition, the bottom cover can be selected according to personal preference 18K rose gold solid bottom cover or interchangeable sapphire crystal transparent cover.
The silver-white solid gold dial has more space to ensure that the eight time and calendar displays are more clear and easy to read: the date display uses the red arrow’s automatic return pointer to indicate the date in the 240 ° arc area between 8:00 and 4:00 The window-type week, leap year cycle and month display are located at 9 o’clock, 12 o’clock and 3 o’clock in order; the small seconds dial at 6 o’clock integrates the moon phase display into one, effectively using the dial space.
The watch uses gold three-dimensional hour markers and three-dimensional royal hands. The case uses a classic Calatrava-style case and a polished polished bezel. The entire watch looks very clean and simple. On the side of the case, there are adjustment buttons: the buttons between 11 o’clock and 12 o’clock are used to adjust the date and day; the buttons between 3 o’clock and 4 o’clock are used to adjust the month and leap year; The button between 6 o’clock is used to adjust the moon phase; the button between 6 o’clock and 7 o’clock is used to adjust the week.
The new Ref. 5216 is equipped with a R TO 27 PS QR LU manual-winding movement, which is 28mm / 8.6mm in size and consists of 506 parts. The tourbillon is made of stainless steel and consists of 69 parts, weighing 0.3 grams.

For more than two hundred years, in the palace of top art, the tourbillon watch that counterbalances the gravity with its tiny escapement is destined to be the most exquisite movement in mechanical watchmaking. . In 2012, Tianwang watch collected the brand’s many years of research and development experience, and launched the brand’s first tourbillon series-Tianjue Tourbillon, inheriting and interpreting the spirit of excellence and perfection represented by tourbillon. Today I want to introduce you to the Tianwang Tourbillon Tourbillon Series 81889 watch.
   The watch case and case back are made of stainless steel, and the bezel is plated with 18K rose gold, which looks high-end and atmospheric. It is equipped with a stainless steel crown and sapphire crystal, and is waterproof to 50 meters.
   At 6 o’clock on the dial, the tourbillon is decorated with the crown logo of Uranus. At 9 o’clock, there is a 24-hour sub-dial and moon phase profit and loss display, and at 3 o’clock, there is a flyback calendar hand.
   Equipped with a manually wound tourbillon movement, equipped with 25 gems, with tourbillon, hour, minute, calendar and moon phase profit and loss display functions.
   The watch has a dark brown American crocodile leather strap with a double-button double-open stainless steel belt buckle, and the stainless steel buckle is etched.
Summary: the pinnacle of craftsmanship, the era. In order to convey the spirit of tourbillon’s pursuit of excellence and perfection to modern people, as well as to inherit and interpret this spirit, Tianwang Watch has gathered many years of research and development experience to design and produce the Tianjue Tourbillon series watches.

From January 18th to January 22nd, the 26th Geneva International Haute Horlogerie Salon opened at the Palexpo Exhibition Center. Piaget brought new creations of fine jewelry and high-end watches to Geneva. The design of the pavilion cleverly uses light and shadow to make timepieces naturally become the focus of attention.

   The bright sky and starry sky above the pavilion are just like the endless creativity, excellent craftsmanship and endless masterpieces of the brand.

   Each of the showcases looked down from above, as if the stars on the earth.

   From the center of the exhibition hall, you can overlook the stars. Piaget cleverly applies the mirroring principle to add a layer of dimension to the exhibition hall, making it more bright.

   Showcase windows are set up on the side wall of the exhibition hall, and the brand’s artistic accomplishments and excellent craftsmanship are fully interpreted through timepieces.

   The long river of abstract time sprinkles mysterious brilliance, injects Piaget’s creativity and ingenuity into precious precious timepiece works, so that one fascinating mechanical masterpiece, and the brand’s long and glorious history are plated with magnificent and charming light and shadow.
   The above is the cutting-edge information of the Earl Hall of the 2016 Geneva Watch Fair, which was carefully prepared by the report staff in front of the Watch House. If you want to know more details, please pay attention to the special report of the 2016 Geneva Watch Fair:

In our impression, rose gold is born with a warm and luxurious style. It is even more so after polishing and polishing. It exudes a more delicate and soft gloss, which makes viewers love it all. On this romantic material. Watches made of rose gold tell their own quality time. At the Geneva Watch Salon 2017, Audemars Piguet, a Swiss watch brand with extreme craftsmanship, launched the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak series rose frost gold watch. It is created with a unique ‘hammer gold’ process, which not only combines the material itself Characteristics, and added a new visual beauty of ‘Frost Gold’, highlighting the eye-catching and beautiful time. (Watch model: 15454OR.GG.1259OR.01)

Unique and beautiful

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ‘Frost Gold’ Watch

   I have to admit that whether it is rose gold or white gold, under the ancient ‘hammer gold’ process (also known as the Florentine process), the material itself has a new look. Using a diamond-tipped tool on the top to hit the gold surface gives the watch a diamond-like brilliant visual effect. Compared to the original smooth material, this watch is presented after this exquisitely crafted complex process. Its unique texture makes the surface of the watch brighter under the light. The octagonal bezel and the outside of the strap are treated with brushing and polishing, which makes the watch simultaneously have the double beauty of delicate and ‘rough’ gold, and retains softness and flexibility, making the entire watch unique. , Meiruo jewelry.

Highly recognizable watch design
   Whether from the octagonal case or the special bracelet design, it contains Audemars Piguet’s unique watchmaking genes, showing the brand’s exclusive beauty. It is made with an ancient hammer gold process, although it is not set with a diamond, but its bright appearance is not inferior.

The side of the bezel is polished, and the side of the case is brushed.

Three different craft shows
   The 37mm rose-frost gold case, after ‘hammer gold’, polishing and brushing, presents three different watch-seeing feelings, showing the multi-faceted beauty of rose gold in different ways. And the Trinity is meticulously crafted to show the overall ornamentality of the watch, such as the diamond version shining and very beautiful.

Crown display
   The octagonal crown is engraved with the brand’s LOGO ‘AP’, which contrasts with the crown of the round concave design, showing a full and intuitive Audemars Piguet ‘style’.

Glamorous silver dial
   The silver dial in the middle is more attractive against the background of rose frosted gold octagonal case. Decorated with the ‘Grande Tapisserie’ large checkered pattern and the unique Audemars Piguet rose gold hour marker design, the dial is more three-dimensional. The date display window is located at the 3 o’clock position of the watch, and together with the central hour, minute, and second hands form the watch’s display function.

Calibre 3120 self-winding movement
   Through the transparent sapphire glass back cover, the movement can be seen at a glance. It is equipped with Calibre 3120 self-winding self-produced movement and has a power reserve of 60 hours.

Even more dazzling is the rose-frost gold strap
   The 18K rose gold strap is treated with ‘frost gold’, showing a unique sense of elegance. The watch is connected to a folding buckle with the word ‘AP’. Colleagues who are beautiful and generous can well ensure the safety of the watch between the wrist and is very reliable.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rose Gold Watch
In summary: without any table cloth, the sparkling and luxurious Audemars Piguet Royal Oak series rose frosted gold watch shows elegant and noble charm on the table. The watch has been highly praised by watch lovers since its launch, which shows the charm and influence of this watch. Favorite cousin, may wish to enter the Audemars Piguet store to see its gorgeous posture.

Hamilton launched the Thin-O-Matic watch last year, and now Hamilton has brought us a slim and elegant Intra-Matic watch. Hamilton once again showed us its ability to make classic watches. And this watch will undoubtedly become a classic style in your pocket.
Hamilton’s new Intra-Matic classic minimalist watch
     The 2012 version of Hamilton Intra-Matic is fashionable. The watch case is available in two sizes of 38mm and 42mm. It is available in stainless steel or gold PVD vacuum ion coating with a thickness of only 7mm. 100% designed with beautiful style, delicate eye-like hour markers, simple hour hand, arched crystal mirror. The calendar display is set at six o’clock. The ‘H’ logo is printed on the dial and crown. It’s simple, pure, but practical.
Hamilton’s new Intra-Matic classic minimalist watch
     The watch is equipped with a high-performance Swiss ETA calibre 2892-2 self-winding movement, water-resistant to 50 meters, and a black leather or stainless steel strap.

Anyone who has watched the watch making process or visited the watch factory can’t help but lament how great the craftsmanship of the design and production of the watch is! From the design sketch to the initial prototype, and even the final part grinding to assembly molding, each link condenses human wisdom and the difficult operation of the machine, conceived in a quiet environment, patiently polished parts, and carefully assembled the structure It is the inspiration of the brand that the brand’s watch masters give these parts a life of operation. The founder of the brand has passed down the generations of craftsmanship for hundreds of years or even more, which is admirable! Below, we take the specific salute watches as an example to review the important big names of several brands.

  Since 1833, all employees of Ru Gu Jie Jia Watch Factory have been pursuing the concept of perfection. They adhere to the values ​​that Jaeger-LeCoultre founder Anthony Lecourt values ​​are pure, flawless, exquisite, exquisite and elegant. The HommageAntoineLeCoultre Memorial series is meant to pay tribute to him. When Anthony Lecourt founded his own small watchmaking workshop, he also gave birth to the Jaeger-LeCoultre watchmaking factory that will become internationally renowned in the future. Anthony Lecourt has spent his entire life working tirelessly to make absolutely reliable timepieces. His achievements in the fields of precision and mechanized watchmaking have made Ru Gu a paradise for high-level complications and a mecca for fine production.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Founder: AntoineLeCoultre

 Jaeger-LeCoultre Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Master Series Commemorative Watch

  In 2013, at the 180th anniversary of the establishment of Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched the MasterGrandeTraditionGyrotourbillon3Jubilee superb traditional tourbillon series commemorative watch. 10 masterpieces. As the core work of three commemorative edition watches ‘in tribute to Mr. Antoine LeCoultre’, this new timepiece combines the superb technology of the Jaeger-LeCoultre watch factory with the elegant decoration bred from the long-established watchmaking craftsmanship. In one, pocket watches made in the 19th century by the watch factory also gave the watch its unique aesthetic concept.
  Jaeger-LeCoultre Classic Tourbillon Master Series Commemorative Watch

  The double tourbillon frame runs precisely, the outer frame rotates around the axis once a minute, the inner frame rotates once every 24 seconds-2.5 revolutions per minute-and this achievement is achieved not only by watch factory engineers and watchmakers Our outstanding creativity also relies on modern cutting-edge equipment like 5-axis automatic production units. Finally, the use of aluminum as an ultra-light material makes the combined mechanism composed of more than a hundred parts less than 1 gram, which is a feat in the field of micromechanics.

  This watch is the tenth masterpiece of HybridMechanica’s large complication series. It is equipped with three independent dials to display the time, which is quite distinctive. Each dial not only reflects the exquisite qualities of the fine watchmaking tradition, but also has its own unique charm. The hour and minute display is decorated with traditional silver-plated pearlescent decoration. The new prince-like hands perfectly match the other elements that make up the timepiece. The traditional rhodium-plated sunburst dial makes the chronograph display more legible and the day / night display is stamped. Limited production of 75 pieces. In the center of the dial is the Jaeger-LeCoultre brand logo and signature, as well as the words 1833. These elements are reminiscent of that distant era. That year, Antoine LeCoultre established his own watchmaking workshop in Ru Valley.

 ROGERDUBUIS Hommage

  Roger Dubuis is the only watch factory engraved with the Geneva Seal on all watches, which can be called a rare example and extreme glory in the watchmaking industry. The Geneva mark not only provides excellent guarantee for the movement, but also the entire watch is manufactured in Geneva, as well as strict guarantee of superb craftsmanship, excellent performance, extraordinary quality and durability. Roger Dubuis Roger Dubuis, through one of the avant-garde images, exemplifies the firmness of the brand’s timepieces with one of the Geneva emblems that dominates the sky, bringing you a comprehensive understanding of the most stringent and rigorous certification standards for watchmaking.

Roger Dubuis

  In 2014, Roger Dubuis launched the Hommage series, which has been planned for many years and revived, and pays tribute to the founder and founder of the series, Roger Dubuis. The Hommage series has become the core spirit of the brand. The Hommage series is not only a tribute to fine watchmaking, but also highly praises the founder and the original creator of the series, Mr. Roger Dubuis. Let the Hommage series emit a glamorous dazzling light. Over the past 10 years, Roger Dubuis has defined its own watch aesthetics, and the aesthetic soul of Roger Dubuis comes from the watchmaker Roger Dubuis who founded the brand of the same name.

  The Roger Dubuis double flying tourbillon hand-engraved watch has poured the hard work and passion of watchmaking masters and reached the top level of existing precise timing equipment. The brand not only uses it as a timing tool, but also devotes it to high-end A work of art for watch connoisseurs. The Roger Dubuis double flying tourbillon hand-engraved watch combines classic tradition and modern style. It adopts a 45mm 5N rose gold case. The metallic luster is more noble and elegant under the light. Through the sapphire crystal glass, the unique dial design is clearly displayed in front of us. The radioactive hand-crafted engraved patterns let the sun shine, full of energy and enthusiasm. The rose gold inlaid with Roman numerals and the charcoal gray outer ring make people recall the elegant time.

  The dual flying tourbillon is the finishing touch of this watch and one of the high-end skills of watchmaking. The two tourbillons appear symmetrically at the lower end of the watch and are full of mechanical sense. The front of this watch is stunning with a strong mechanical feel, while the back is more like a finely crafted work of art, which makes people appreciate. The metal engraved with the signature of Mr. Roger Dubuis on the back of the sapphire crystal glass is a special mark belonging to the brand and a feeling of countless watch lovers. As the founder and “soul master” of the watchmaking factory, Mr. Roger Dubuy has continued to play a spiritually inspiring and inspiring role in it, and maintains constant communication with Gregory Bruttin, director of the research and development department, and other team members. The new HommageDoubleFlyingTourbillon hand-guilloche watch is the best example.

  Tag Heuer New Caliber1887 Chronograph Jack Heuer Edition

 Jack Heuer

  ‘The limited edition TAG Heuer CARRERA watch was designed by me personally, in honor of my 80th birthday,’ said Mr. Jack Heuer. The watchmaker’s vision is unique. He has designed TAG Heuer’s most iconic modern watches, especially the most legendary CARRERA series.

  TAGHeuer’s honorary chairman, Jack Heuer, is the grandson of the founder Edward Heuer. He served as the company’s CEO during the company’s golden age of innovation in the 1960s and 1970s. Recently, the brand has launched a special edition chronograph. Inspired by the two parts of the TAGHeuer stopwatch he used on professional circuits around the world. In 2012, to celebrate his 80th birthday, Mr. Jack Heuer created the commemorative Calella Calibre17 Jack Heuer 80th Anniversary Chronograph. The classic 41 mm diameter case of this watch, the clear and wide dial, and the automatic movement driving the small dial at 3 and 9 o’clock, all make people feel retro in a subtle way.

  Today, the limited edition of the Calera Calibre17 flagship store offers two different retro dial designs: one is a large charcoal gray dial with a small silver dial; the other is a large silver dial with a dark blue small dial. In addition, these two watches are the same as the previous models, and they are also decorated with the vintage HEUER family emblem on the dial and on the back of the dial. This chronograph uses leading-edge technical details, with elements borrowed from the F1 racing and aviation fields: black titanium carbide steel case, hand-brushed and polished, with high gloss; polished, fine-brushed and sandblasted steel and titanium frames; deep The gray outer edge is set with speed and pulse scales.

  This innovative asymmetric case design is based on the TAGHeuerCARRERA Mikrogirder chronograph: the crown and the chronograph button are slightly angled at the top. The dark gray sapphire case back is engraved with the Jack Hoya shield and signature, and the Calibre 1887 movement boldly set with 39 gems is visible through the case back. In all respects, elegance praises this technology and design pioneer, for his extraordinary and prescient vision.

Summary: For a brand located in the watchmaking industry, watchmaking is an art. Every detail of a watch is a creative space. Even the fine patterns on the case and dial are determined after careful consideration. The founders of watches and clocks are worthy of respect. They adhere to the ‘maverick’ characteristics in many styles, inject fresh blood into the brand, create their own style, and create miracles for many watch enthusiasts. These Even if the founder cannot be worshipped by everyone, it is at least worthy of our memory and respect. (Picture / text watch home Li Shuai)