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2010 Chopard Mille Miglia GT XL Chrono

Sunday, July 18th, 2010
Chopard 2010 GT XL

Chopard 2010 GT XL

Chopard have been the principal sponsors of the Mille Miglia for many years and  each year they make a limited edition watch to commemorate the occasion.

This years watch is the GT XL Chrono which has a specially made brushed aluminum dial similar to the instrument panel of some cars. The watch uses an automatic Chopard movement, which has a power reserve of forty-six hours. Only 2,010 of the watches will be made with a steel case as well as two hundred and fifty with a rose gold case, both models have a rubber strap modelled after the profile of a Dunlop tyre.

Jaeger-LeCoultre launches new AMVOX5 World Chronograph for Aston Martin

Friday, April 16th, 2010
New AMVOX 5 by Jaeger-LeCoultre

New AMVOX 5 by Jaeger-LeCoultre

The fifth watch borne out of the partnership between Jaeger-LeCoultre and Aston Martin. The AMVOX5 World Chronograph, the first timepiece in the AMVOX collection associating the chronograph with worldtime functions, celebrates the fifth watch borne out of the shared values of two exceptional brands: absolute respect for the noblest traditions; and the tireless pursuit of perfection.

The Grande Maison in the Vallée de Joux and the famous British sports car maker are fuelled by the same passion: a love of mechanical beauty be it of the automobile or horological type. Jaeger-LeCoultre is the only manufacturer to unite over 40 professions and skills under a single roof, from watchmakers and artisans who perpetuate and enrich the heritage passed on by former generations, to microtechnical engineers and cutting-edge technology specialists. “Striving for success is one of the cornerstones of our partnership. The fabulous accomplishments that have punctuated the history of our brands have led to decisive breakthroughs, both in watchmaking and in car manufacturing”, said Jaeger-LeCoultre CEO Jérôme Lambert.

Aston Martin Chief Executive, Dr. Ulrich Bez said: “Aston Martin and Jaeger-LeCoultre enjoy a highly productive collaboration, one which shares the values of each brand perfectly. The similar approach to manufacture, attention to detail and craftsmanship lends itself perfectly to this latest time piece in the AMVOX range.

Introducing the Hublot King Power F1

Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Hublot King Power F1

Hublot King Power F1

Hublot have become the official timekeeper for F1 racing, and to celebrate they have created a limited edition – the ‘King Power F1′.

The Hublot King Power F1 has a large forty eight millimeter matte black ceramic case and bezel with a rubber strap. The partially skeletonized dial is made of carbon and features the F1 logo in white gold. Only five hundred of the watches will be made and will be available exclusively from Hublot stores.

Nice watch, dodgy name.