http://www.thewatchquote.com News, Eventss and shooting of The Watch Quote http://www.thewatchquote.com/It-s-TIME-to-Save-African-Wildlife-Hublot-Official-TIMEkeeper-of-the-African-Wildlife-Foundation-is-supporting-the-opening-of-the-Foundation-s-Centre-in-Nairobi-Kenya-No_8147.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/It-s-TIME-to-Save-African-Wildlife-Hublot-Official-TIMEkeeper-of-the-African-Wildlife-Foundation-is-supporting-the-opening-of-the-Foundation-s-Centre-in-Nairobi-Kenya-No_8147.htm Africa, the land of great contrasts, of unforgettable landscapes, tradition and a legendary wealth of human culture. The AWF, which for 50 years has been active in protecting the people, wildlife and landscapes of Africa, is inaugurating its Centre in Nairobi on 11 November 2010. More than a mere building, the Centre represents a new era of sustainable conservation planning for the continent. As part of the Chairman's Circle Level of the Foundation, Hublot has been closely associated with the Centre’s development (the brand is also represented by several clocks)... more]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:12:35 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Shooting-of-the-Panerai-PAM00357-Limited-Edition-Dubail-Paris-watch-A-75-pieces-Limited-Edition-Dubail-Paris-No_8105.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Shooting-of-the-Panerai-PAM00357-Limited-Edition-Dubail-Paris-watch-A-75-pieces-Limited-Edition-Dubail-Paris-No_8105.htm Dubail Paris unveils a very exclusive version of the Officine Panerai Luminor 1950 Flyback, the PAM 357 “Dubail Paris”. This special edition features a black DLC coated 44mm 1950 case while the full back side is engraved "Dubail". The Officine Panerai Luminor 1950 Flyback "Dubais Paris" (PAM 357) is a limited edition of 75 pieces and will be exclusively available at Dubail Paris. Movement: automatic mechanical, Panerai OP XIX calibre, 13 lignes, 30 jewels. Glucydur balance, 28,800 alternations/hour... more]]> Sun, 7 Nov 2010 10:58:56 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Harry-Winston-Collection-Ocean-Contemporary-audacious-infinitely-different-No_8101.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Harry-Winston-Collection-Ocean-Contemporary-audacious-infinitely-different-No_8101.htm Contemporary. Audacious. Infinitely different. The Ocean collection holds a place of its own within the Harry Winston range. Its avant‐garde technical nature and design endow it with a personality that is unique in its kind. And in its wake comes the Project Z concept, featuring watches crafted in Zalium® – a zirconium alloy exclusive to Harry Winston that is revolutionary in terms of both its appearance and its technology – and which daringly highlight their mechanical complexity through a sporty... more]]> Thu, 4 Nov 2010 09:33:42 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-new-Perrelet-Turbine-XL-watch-Breathtaking-No_8099.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-new-Perrelet-Turbine-XL-watch-Breathtaking-No_8099.htm Passion, know-how, and enthusiasm are the key-words echoing around the corridors at Perrelet. In 1777, in those days, when Abraham-Louis Perrelet completed his invention of the automatic movement, it was precisely these qualities that inspired him, too. As heir to an invention that today vibrates in every automatic watch, Perrelet holds the movement at the heart of its priorities. The House patented its exclusive module, the Double Rotor, in 1995. This calibre (Perrelet P-181) has automatic winding and enables one to observe the two rotors... more]]> Wed, 3 Nov 2010 18:49:22 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Richard-Mille-opens-at-Marina-Bay-Sands-Singapore-No_8098.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Richard-Mille-opens-at-Marina-Bay-Sands-Singapore-No_8098.htm Last 27th of September was inaugurated a new Richard Mille boutique in Singapore, prominently located at the entrance to The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. Our loyal partner Felipe Massa was present having just competed in the local F1 Singapore Grand Prix. During the cocktail which took place in the store, 250 guests were able to discover the unique feel of the brand. An area of luxury, peace and exquisite style where precious wood is harmoniously combined with leather and glass. In this tailor made environment the Richard Mille timepieces have found a perfect location totally in line with their character... more]]> Wed, 3 Nov 2010 13:25:07 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Luxury-Watch-and-Jewellery-Brand-Piaget-opens-UK-Flagship-at-169-New-Bond-Street-London-W1-No_8095.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Luxury-Watch-and-Jewellery-Brand-Piaget-opens-UK-Flagship-at-169-New-Bond-Street-London-W1-No_8095.htm London – October 2010, the Swiss leading luxury watchmaker and jeweller, Piaget, will open its UK Flagship boutique mid October at 169 New Bond Street, London W1. The store occupies two storeys which will offer customers an exceptional and ultimate luxury shopping experience. The London location, designed by French architect, Gérard Barrau (Interbrand Paris), is Piaget's 71st boutique launch worldwide and is the first stand alone Piaget boutique - allowing customers to shop at their leisure amongst an extensive range of showcases... more]]> Tue, 2 Nov 2010 06:42:19 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Corum-opens-a-new-boutique-in-Shanghai-in-the-famous-shopping-mall-Plaza-66-in-Shanghai-located-in-the-international-modern-high-end-commercial-hub-of-Nanjing-Xilu-No_8094.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Corum-opens-a-new-boutique-in-Shanghai-in-the-famous-shopping-mall-Plaza-66-in-Shanghai-located-in-the-international-modern-high-end-commercial-hub-of-Nanjing-Xilu-No_8094.htm Corum inaugurates on 28th of October another boutique in China, in the famous shopping mall Plaza 66, in Shanghai. Opened in partnership with Swiss Prestige, Corum’s new boutique asserts the continuity of the brand’s distribution strategy and testifies the will to consolidate its presence on the long term. Mr. Antonio Calce, CEO of Corum, Mr. Heinrich Schellenberg, the Consulate General of Switzerland in Shanghai, Mr. Alain Chung, famed timepiece connoisseur and collector, Mrs. Jacqueline Ng, CEO of Swiss Prestige Group... more]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2010 14:08:49 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Graham-Mercedes-GP-Silverstone-watches-No_8093.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Graham-Mercedes-GP-Silverstone-watches-No_8093.htm It is Sunday. Not any Sunday. The Formula One Grand Prix is about to start. All the cars are on the starting grid. 14:00:00 - The lights go out and on the screen I can see the cars dashing forward. I have a quick look at my watch. Both Mercedes GP Petronas Formula One cars are off. 14:23:17 - First stop in the pits. The car is coming in. The crew are ready. The chief mechanic indicates the pit stop box to the driver. On his right arm, a Graham Mercedes GP watch firmly strapped to his wrist. I push the start button of my Mercedes GP Silverstone... more]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2010 12:26:03 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Blancpain-Fifty-Fathoms-watch-Tribute-to-Fifty-Fathoms-Blancpain-pays-a-tribute-to-the-Fifty-Fathoms-No_8088.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Blancpain-Fifty-Fathoms-watch-Tribute-to-Fifty-Fathoms-Blancpain-pays-a-tribute-to-the-Fifty-Fathoms-No_8088.htm Today, in a vibrant tribute to the Fifty Fathoms, Blancpain makes time stand still by presenting the “Tribute to Fifty Fathoms”, a 500-piece limited edition directly inspired by a 1960s model. Representing an authentic exercise in style, the “Tribute” merges the timeless design of vintage Fifty Fathoms watches with the latest technological innovations used by Blancpain in creating its modern models. The “Tribute” watch boasts the main signature characteristics that have earned the Fifty Fathoms its formidable reputation... more]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:58:42 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Blancpain-unique-Exhibition-on-Place-Vendome-dedicated-to-one-of-its-emblematic-models-the-Fifty-Fathoms-It-can-be-viewed-on-Place-Vendome-in-Paris-until-November-2010-No_8089.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Blancpain-unique-Exhibition-on-Place-Vendome-dedicated-to-one-of-its-emblematic-models-the-Fifty-Fathoms-It-can-be-viewed-on-Place-Vendome-in-Paris-until-November-2010-No_8089.htm Blancpain is delighted to be inaugurating today, within its Boutique on the Place Vendôme, Paris, an incredible exhibition dedicated to one of its emblematic models, the Fifty Fathoms. Assembled thanks to the generosity of numerous collectors from around the world, this line-up features an impressive array of the various Fifty Fathoms created by Blancpain from 1953 to the present day. It can be viewed on Place Vendôme in Paris until November 2010, before travelling to China and the United States... more]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:07:47 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Best-High-Jewellery-watch-of-2010-awarded-to-the-spectacular-Big-Bang-One-Million-Lady-No_8087.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Best-High-Jewellery-watch-of-2010-awarded-to-the-spectacular-Big-Bang-One-Million-Lady-No_8087.htm Within the framework of the 6th edition of the "Premier Middle East Watches, Jewellery of "Best High Jewellery Watch of 2010" for the Big Bang One Million $ Lady 38 mm. The ceremony was held on 26 October at the Ritz Carlton Hotel before an audience of more than 800 VIP guests. The prize was presented by HH Sheikh Mohamad Ben Abdallah Al Khalifa to Mr. Jacques Tedeschi, who represents Hublot in the Middle East. The Big Bang One Million $ Lady 38 mm is an exceptional piece featuring a total of 880 baguette diamonds... more]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 06:50:57 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Breitling-Chronomat-01-Limited-Edition-watch-The-ultimate-chronograph-No_8086.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Breitling-Chronomat-01-Limited-Edition-watch-The-ultimate-chronograph-No_8086.htm First introduced in the spring of 2009, the Chronomat 01 was the first Breitling watch to house Caliber 01, a chronograph movement entirely developed and produced in the brand’s workshops. The leading model in the Breitling collections, this instrument is distinguished by the powerful character of its case, its bezel engraved with original numerals, and its distinctive blend of strength and elegance. Available in a number of different versions, it has established itself as the new benchmark in the field of mechanical chronographs – and indeedas the ultimate chronograph... more]]> Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:32:54 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Tonda-1950-Parmigiani-watch-With-finesse-No_8085.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Tonda-1950-Parmigiani-watch-With-finesse-No_8085.htm The Tonda 1950 reinterprets the very essence of the Parmigiani style: its profile. Slender, finer, it is the perfect showcase for the brand's iconic signature - the four lugs, round and ergonomic. In rose gold or white gold, the Tonda 1950 is the new, extra-flat classic model featuring the key markers of time - hours, minutes and small seconds. The 12 Parmigiani house calibres will be completed by a component essential for the rigourous and manifold exploration of the facets of time: the extra-flat self-winding movement... more]]> Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:13:26 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-death-of-Luigi-Macaluso-Chairman-of-Sowind-Group-Girard-Perregaux-and-JeanRichard-27-October-2010-No_8071.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-death-of-Luigi-Macaluso-Chairman-of-Sowind-Group-Girard-Perregaux-and-JeanRichard-27-October-2010-No_8071.htm La Chaux-de-Fonds, 27 October 2010 - We are deeply saddened to announce that Mr. Luigi Macaluso, Chairman of Sowind Group (Girard-Perregaux and JeanRichard), has unexpectedly passed away. Luigi Macaluso, affectionately known as “Gino” by those closest to him, was born in Turin, Italy, in 1948. He was married to Monica and the father of four children, Stefano, Massimo, Anna and Margherita. More than 10 years ago, his two sons joined him at the head of Sowind Group. An architect, former motor racing driver and visionary entrepreneur... more]]> Wed, 27 Oct 2010 21:04:14 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Exclusive-tribute-to-marine-chronometers-Limited-edition-pairs-restored-Glashutte-marine-chronometers-with-officially-certified-Senator-Chronometer-Platinum-No_8069.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Exclusive-tribute-to-marine-chronometers-Limited-edition-pairs-restored-Glashutte-marine-chronometers-with-officially-certified-Senator-Chronometer-Platinum-No_8069.htm Glashütte Original has announced an exceptional tribute to marine chronometers and the art of navigation at sea: the noted German maker of high-end mechanical watches has recovered and restored thirteen original marine chronometers and paired each with an officially certified Senator Chronometer Platinum. The two mechanical chronometers are linked, apart from aesthetic details, by a shared tradition of high-precision watchmaking in Glashütte. Both timepieces represent the finest of German watchmaking traditions... more]]> Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:42:55 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Art-of-Fusion-at-your-fingertips-and-in-music-Choose-your-Hublot-watch-by-the-sound-of-its-materials-Free-download-from-iPhone-and-iPod-Touch-No_8067.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Art-of-Fusion-at-your-fingertips-and-in-music-Choose-your-Hublot-watch-by-the-sound-of-its-materials-Free-download-from-iPhone-and-iPod-Touch-No_8067.htm Hublot is now on the iPhone! Today sees the launch of Hublot's App Store application for the iPhone and iPod Touch, available as a free download. It not only allows users to discover the entire Hublot 2010 collection, but also offers a multitude of entertaining, original - and in one case even sensitive - experiences which are guaranteed to surprise. And because Hublot always offers that little bit extra, users will be able to enter an online competition to test their playing ability using their wrist without suffering cramp or... more]]> Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:48:54 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Jaquet-Droz-Grande-Seconde-SW-Red-Gold-No_8066.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Jaquet-Droz-Grande-Seconde-SW-Red-Gold-No_8066.htm In unveiling the Grande Seconde SW Red Gold, Jaquet Droz is giving its sports collection Urban*London the recognition it so richly deserves. This new watch combines technical performance and ultimate elegance of design – red and black interact for dynamic visual impact. Red gold is not only used for the case, but also for the three-dimensional ring circling both dials on this model, with its superb, masculine lines. Red gold gleams from the fluted bezel with its deliberately assertive design, the applied plates... more]]> Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:10:08 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-new-Bell-Ross-BR-01-Tourbillon-Airborne-Limited-edition-20-pieces-No_8061.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-new-Bell-Ross-BR-01-Tourbillon-Airborne-Limited-edition-20-pieces-No_8061.htm The new Bell & Ross BR 01 Tourbillon Airborne Grand Complication only edited to 20 pieces Bell & Ross BR 01 Tourbillon AirborneEdition limited 20 pieces Movement:Mechanical movement with manual winding. Carbon fiber plates and bridges and black gold tourbillon carriage. Functions:Tourbillon. Regulator. Power reserve indicator (5 days). Trust index. Case:46 mm diameter. Titanium :with DLC* finish coating. Crown :Titanium screw-in. Caseback :Sapphire. 3D Dial:Black photoluminescent with mesh-like design... more]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:44:24 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Corum-Miss-Golden-Bridge-watch-has-been-rewarded-in-Geneva-with-two-prizes-Montre-Dame-de-l-Annee-2010-and-3e-Prix-du-Jury-No_8049.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Corum-Miss-Golden-Bridge-watch-has-been-rewarded-in-Geneva-with-two-prizes-Montre-Dame-de-l-Annee-2010-and-3e-Prix-du-Jury-No_8049.htm Before a panel of 500 people, Mr Antonio Calce, CEO of Corum, received the double award for the Miss Golden Bridge. Elected under total impartiality, the timepiece establishes itself among three horological references and as the Women’s watch of the year 2010. Antonio Calce declared: “This prize pays tribute to Corum’s 160 employees, its partners and suppliers, who contribute to the evolution of the brand and its timepieces all around the world. It is recognition of our know-how in the feminine universe of high horology... more]]> Sat, 16 Oct 2010 02:18:47 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Vacheron-Constantin-celebrates-classical-music-in-the-Victoria-Hall-Geneva-with-Romanian-pianist-Radu-Lupu-playing-Beethoven-s-Fifth-Emperor-Piano-Concerto-No_8036.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Vacheron-Constantin-celebrates-classical-music-in-the-Victoria-Hall-Geneva-with-Romanian-pianist-Radu-Lupu-playing-Beethoven-s-Fifth-Emperor-Piano-Concerto-No_8036.htm On September 24th 2010 in Geneva’s Victoria Hall, Vacheron Constantin, the watch manufacturer with the world’s longest-running uninterrupted history and the main sponsor of the Orchestre Suisse Romande (OSR), welcomed 60 guests for a classical music concert conducted by the orchestra’s Musical Director Marek Janowski and graced with the presence of OSR President Metin Arditi, as well as Vacheron Constantin CEO Juan-Carlos Torres and International Director Marc Guten. Performing to a full house, Romanian pianist Radu Lupu delighted the audience by playing Beethoven’s Fifth “Emperor” Piano Concerto in E flat major... more]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 05:55:05 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-TAG-Heuer-Monaco-Vintage-Calibre-11-Chronograph-watch-Steve-McQueen-s-smile-says-it-all-No_8035.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-TAG-Heuer-Monaco-Vintage-Calibre-11-Chronograph-watch-Steve-McQueen-s-smile-says-it-all-No_8035.htm Steve McQueen’s smile says it all. At the wheel of his sports car, he’s in charge. He’s free. This “King of Cool” is a hero on whom every man can model himself. Tough, a free spirit, sporty, he loved breaking the rules. The original Monaco broke all the rules too. Launched in 1969, when everything changed forever, it achieved two firsts. The first water-resistant chronograph in a square case ; the first automatic chronograph movement. If its performance was exceptional, its unique look made it the must-have watch for designers and trend-setters... more]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 04:39:53 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-IWC-Portuguese-Perpetual-Calendar-watch-Beguiling-new-eternity-No_8034.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-IWC-Portuguese-Perpetual-Calendar-watch-Beguiling-new-eternity-No_8034.htm It is the Portuguese watch which one might easily have imagined on the wrist of famous seafarers. Learned individuals with the necessary far-sightedness, spirit of discovery and a concrete vision of the future. Because the future is precisely the area of expertise of this particular time machine, which is as beguiling as it is technically impressive. The perpetual calendar, invented 25 years ago, lives on here in all its original complexity and genius – in conjunction with an IWC-manufactured large movement from the 50000-calibre family with a seven-day power reserve... more]]> Sun, 10 Oct 2010 21:48:27 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Money-Shot-IWC-Lands-Two-Starring-Roles-in-Wall-Street-Money-Never-Sleeps-No_8033.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Money-Shot-IWC-Lands-Two-Starring-Roles-in-Wall-Street-Money-Never-Sleeps-No_8033.htm The legendary Swiss watch manufacturer, IWC Schaffhausen has once again secured a starring role on the big screen, this time in Oliver Stone’s upcoming film Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps. Landing on the wrists of both lead actors, Michael Douglas as the notorious Gordon Gekko and Shia LaBeouf as the innovative Jacob Moore, the film reinforces the brand’s well-earned reputation as a power player in the business world. To show whose boss, standing out—in an understated way—is paramount in the cut-throat world of finance... more]]> Sun, 10 Oct 2010 21:02:47 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Audemars-Piguet-celebrates-its-135-Anniversary-and-the-launch-of-a-high-powered-new-product-the-Royal-Oak-Offshore-Jarno-Trulli-No_8030.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Audemars-Piguet-celebrates-its-135-Anniversary-and-the-launch-of-a-high-powered-new-product-the-Royal-Oak-Offshore-Jarno-Trulli-No_8030.htm Tokyo, October 5th 2010: Audemars Piguet Japan held the Audemars Piguet 135th anniversary and new product launch party in the “Choice!” restaurant on the third floor of the eity’s prestigious Ark Mori building. The event was attended by a total of 500 guests including VIP, celebrities and media. Mr. Go Mugino, Chief Executive Officer of Audemars Piguet Japan, welcomed guests with a speech in which he stated that: “Audemars Piguet has consistently forged its history through an innovative and challenging spirit... more]]> Fri, 8 Oct 2010 06:59:20 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-ArtyA-Halloween-Special-watch-Haunted-Watch-Hides-Dead-Body-No_8029.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-ArtyA-Halloween-Special-watch-Haunted-Watch-Hides-Dead-Body-No_8029.htm This Halloween, the swiss watch brand ArtyA behind lighting tortured watch cases present a timepiece that provokes fears that exist inside us all. The Halloween Spider watch contains the corpse of a real spider. Eerily displayed in the dial - close enough to haunt your fears. This taboo concept is brought to life (and death) by the imaginative Yvan Arpa. The fearsome collection of Halloween Watches follows with dials thrusting blood, skulls, and screaming faces into your eyes, and into your imagination... more]]> Thu, 7 Oct 2010 19:00:21 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Audemars-Piguet-Royal-Oak-Offshore-Jarno-Trulli-Chronograph-watch-A-passion-for-perfection-and-precision-No_8027.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Audemars-Piguet-Royal-Oak-Offshore-Jarno-Trulli-Chronograph-watch-A-passion-for-perfection-and-precision-No_8027.htm Celebrating the partnership established between Audemars Piguet and the Italian champion in 2008, the new Royal Oak Offshore Jarno Trulli Chronograph embodies the values shared by the racing driver and the Manufacture: a passion for perfection and precision, coupled with an obstinate determination to maintain high standards. For Jarno Trulli, these values are conveyed through the excellence he displays in his career as a racing driver, a daily experience that leaves no room for rough estimates, but is instead governed by the rigorous precision that makes all the difference... more]]> Thu, 7 Oct 2010 16:36:22 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Zenith-Christophe-Colomb-watch-The-beauty-of-daring-complexity-No_8025.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/The-Zenith-Christophe-Colomb-watch-The-beauty-of-daring-complexity-No_8025.htm The decision to name this watch after Christopher Columbus relates to the very nature of this ultra-complex model which addresses one of the key issues that faced this adventurous seafarer and still haunts the contemporary watch industry to this day: how to achieve precision measurements with instruments that are subjected to constant motion that is detrimental to their accuracy. However, this name is not merely a tribute to one of the greatest maritime adventurers of all time; it also points to a historical heritage... more]]> Wed, 6 Oct 2010 18:35:13 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Parmigiani-and-singer-Seal-The-union-of-the-glamorous-and-strength-with-Heidi-Klum-No_8024.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Parmigiani-and-singer-Seal-The-union-of-the-glamorous-and-strength-with-Heidi-Klum-No_8024.htm “Revealing an insightful dialogue of the senses in its purest expression, Seal and Heidi Klum have produced a sublime yet light-hearted depiction of their relationship. It is witnessed only by a few jewels and a Parmigiani Kalpa Tourbillon watch, which Seal has chosen for everyday wear for many years. The first single ‘Secret’ from Seal's new album, Commitment, is enhanced by very private images of the couple, filmed unpretentiously in black and white. Selected solely by the performer, the Kalpa Tourbillon by Parmigiani accompanies him as a second skin in these intimate moments... more]]> Wed, 6 Oct 2010 11:03:03 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/For-the-JwlryMachine-Boucheron-s-sparkling-interpretation-of-MB-F-s-Horological-Machine-No3-No_8022.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/For-the-JwlryMachine-Boucheron-s-sparkling-interpretation-of-MB-F-s-Horological-Machine-No3-No_8022.htm What could possibly bring together the 152-year-old House of Boucheron, that most venerable of France’s high-jewellery Houses, and MB. The catalyst: Horological Machine No3 The original HM3, in gold and titanium, sent tremors through the fine-watchmaking world when it was launched in 2009. It pushes the technical and aesthetic limits of horological architecture and design further than even the most open-minded observers could have imagined. The viewer’s mind has to adjust to the fact that its kinetically energetic engine is displayed on the top of the watch... more]]> Tue, 5 Oct 2010 08:52:14 GMT http://www.thewatchquote.com/Hublot-and-Manfredi-Jewels-Honor-Alex-Rodriguez-s-Record-Breaking-No_8021.htm http://www.thewatchquote.com/Hublot-and-Manfredi-Jewels-Honor-Alex-Rodriguez-s-Record-Breaking-No_8021.htm New York, NY - September 23, 2010 – On Wednesday, September 22nd at Yankee stadium, Hublot, and Roberto Chiappelloni of Manfredi Jewels presented Alex Rodriguez with a one of a kind timepiece of its Big Bang King Power Black Magic created in honor of his 600th home run. At 35 years old, the Yankee star became the youngest player to ever hit 600 home runs as well as part of the elite club of only six other Major League players who have achieved this milestone. The Big Bang King Power Black Magic features a black ceramic case and bezel with a matching black dial and superluminova markers... more]]> Mon, 4 Oct 2010 19:21:42 GMT