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TAG Heuer The Calibre “1969”: a fine 2013 vintage

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— 2013 has been a key year for TAG Heuer Replica Watches UK and a pivotal link between its glorious timekeeping past and its ambitions – ambitions that are setting it on a path to become the leading Swiss Fake Watches chronograph manufacturer.


Le site de Chevenez © TAG Heuer

The start of the mandate of Stéphane Linder, TAG Heuer’s new CEO, has seen a major milestone: creation of the brand’s first manufactured caliber. To be sure, initial work on this commenced two years ago, but implementation really marks a step forward, securing the firm’s watchmaking future.

Ultimately, the new Calibre 1969 will become one of TAG Heuer’s two pillars, along with the 1887. Together, by 2016 they will account for 20% of the chronographs produced by the brand. And that proportion is set to rise rapidly: TAG Heuer is aiming for total integration. As a result, it is set to become the leading Swiss manufacturer of chronographs in the not-too-distant future.

The Calibre 1969 will bear a huge responsibility in terms of what lies ahead for the brand. With this in mind, it has already been designed and modelled so as to be as flexible as possible. Technically, its add-on module design will enable it to change its aspect depending on the complications used. From an aesthetic point of view, its compact size and thinness (6.5mm) will allow it to blend into collections other than the men’s chronographs that have forged the brand’s reputation. Practically speaking, with almost 80 hours’ power reserve, it will be comfortably positioned right up there with the best timepieces in terms of autonomy. Even today, the vast majority of contemporary chronographs barely manage half that!

 

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TAG Heuer’s Calibre 1969 features a modular design, making it flexible and able to accept different complications and layouts.
© TAG Heuer

A new caliber in a new setting

Although the La Chaux-de-Fonds site has a workforce of around 450, most of whom are in production, it has become too small for TAG Heuer’s ambitions. A few weeks ago, the brand opened a new unit in Chevenez. This will be fully dedicated to production.

At the same time, TAG Heuer will continue to call on the services of its long-standing partners, some of whom are closely related, belonging to the same group. One such firm is Artecad, which will be producing a large share of the dials for the future timepieces based on the Calibre 1969. While it is part of the group, Artecad also remains free to work for outside entities: for TAG Heuer, this ensures that it has open-minded partners, constantly gaining fresh experience and new expertise.

The ROLEX Replica Watches dials designed for the 1969 base are an essential component of TAG Heuer’s strategy for the future. Whereas the Calibre 1887 had a ‘12/3/6’ counter layout (with the counter dials positioned at 12, 3 and 6 o’clock), the 1969 features a tricompax 3/6/9 arrangement.

More knowledgeable connoisseurs will catch the explicit reference to the brand’s historical chronographs. The name of the new timepiece is quite simply a reference to this history: 1969 was the year that saw the arrival of TAG Heuer’s original founding caliber, the legendary Calibre 11 – the launchpad for its Monaco Omega Replica watches. Today, the Calibre 1969 marks a return to the style that has shaped the legend of the brand. In terms of design, it also offers an excellent alternative to the Calibre 1887.

 

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All TAG Heuer complications are individually tested. The 1969 will have a power reserve of nearly 80 hours.
© TAG Heuer

A colourful year

For TAG Heuer, 2013 is likely to be just as important in its history as 1969. Only time will tell. That said, the brand is already heralding another colourful year, as can be seen from the visual identity chosen for the festive season. This features a movement assembling itself amid bright light and the clearly displayed tagline: “The art of manufacturing”.

More than ever before, TAG Heuer is modelling itself as an integrated, forward-looking firm that also cherishes its past. It will be continuing to explore the future thanks to its R&D, which has led to some of the most breath-taking timekeeping developments of the past century.

Ball Watch Trainmaster Standard Time

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— To mark the 130th anniversary of the adoption of standard time in the United States, Ball Replica Watches unveils a new classic, timeless model: the Trainmaster Standard Time Replica Watches UK.


Ball Watch's Trainmaster Standard Time Night & Day

Before the adoption of standard time in 1883, time was set depending on the position of the sun. This resulted in every city having its own time zone, making the synchronization of railroad timetables extremely complicated. From 1883 onward, U.S. railroad companies put in place a new system to divide the nation into four time zones.

In 1883, Ball Watch’s founder, Webster Clay Ball, was the first jeweler in Cleveland, Ohio, to use the time signals emitted by the United States Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. Since he displayed the first chronometer of the city in his store window, people got into the habit of setting their watches there. In 1891, Webster Clay Ball was appointed as Chief Time Inspector by the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway Co. The unreliability of the watches used on the railroad networks made traveling by train a perilous business, and the introduction of a system of controls and inspections had become an urgent priority. Webb C. Ball laid down standards of quality, accuracy and design for all the watches used by the railroad.

 

Trainmaster Standard Time
© Ball Watch

 

Inspired by the pocket watches of the 19th century, the retro style of the Trainmaster Standard Time model plunges us into a universe that is immune to the whims of fashion. An updated version of the classic, simple and reliable timepieces of yesteryear, this is a watch that is totally in keeping with the Railroad Standards introduced by Webb C. Ball throughout the United States. The Trainmaster Standard Time model is a combination of a vintage style reminiscent of the 19th century railroads and the cutting – edge technology used in contemporary watchmaking. The case in 18k rose gold and the crocodile leather strap highlight the luxury aspect of this timepiece and make it a model that is the epitome of elegance. Its understated graphic style and materials as well as the wide opening of the dial make it a timepiece of unrivaled legibility. To confirm the accuracy of this timepiece, the official status of “Automatic Chronometer” attributed by the COSC (the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute) has been inscribed on the watch’s dial. The form of the Arabic numerals, the enamel – white dial, the characteristic cut of the hands and the subsidiary seconds dial at six o’clock are all features inspired by the brand’s first fob Breitling Replica Watches models worn by railroad employees. The words “BALL & Co.” have been styled to form the number 7 to make this timepiece truly unique.

Trainmaster Standard Time
© Ball Watch

 

In order to ensure perfect time reading even in total darkness, Ball Watch Company’s ow n revolutionary luminous technology is also found on this model. 14 luminous micro gas tubes have been added to the hour and minute hands, and also to the hour – markers on the dial. These micro-tubes do not require any outside source of light or power and are up to 100 times brighter than the use of conventional luminous paint. The Omega Replica watch’s sapphire crystal case back enables the user to admire the BALL RR1105-C Swiss mechanical movement.

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In case you have missed it… Last month’s watches

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— Each month, we make a selection of the new products published on Worldtempus.


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Armin Strom – Gravity Air

The Gravity Air Replica Watches, part of the Gravity collection, features a titanium case and a white dial. It is fitted with the new AMR13 calibre.

Gravity Air
© Armin Strom Replica Watches UK

Audemars Piguet – Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon

The Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon will be presented for the first time at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2014 in Geneva.

Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon
© Audemars Piguet Replica Watches

 

Baume & Mercier – Clifton Chronograph 10129

The Clifton Chronograph 10129 draws its inspiration directly from a 1950 Baume & Mercier model.

Clifton Chronograph 10129
© Baume & Mercier

 

Concord – C2 Teknologic

The C2 Teknologic, C2 Y-13 Limited Design Editions’ latest creation, draws its inspiration from underground techno-music.

C2 Teknologic
© Concord

 

Corum – Ti-Bridge Lady

The Ti-Bridge Lady, a feminine version of the Ti-Bridge launched in 2009, highlights the exclusive CO 007 caliber entirely developed and produced by Corum.

Ti-Bridge Lady
© Corum

 

Longines – The Longines Heritage 1968

The Longines Heritage 1968 line was inspired by a historical timepiece from the collections in the Longines Museum.

The Longines Heritage 1968
© Longines

 

Perrelet – New Diamond Flower Gold

The New Diamond Flower Gold is a pink gold interpretation of Perrelet’s New Diamond Flower feminine timepiece.

New Diamond Flower Gold, ref. A3032_2

New Diamond Flower Gold, ref. A3032_2
© Perrelet

 

Seiko – Velatura Kinetic Direct Drive Phase de lune

This model is a special edition created in celebration of Seiko’s 100th anniversary. Seiko Kinetic is a unique achievement, as it is the only watch in the world to convert kinetic energy into power to drive an electronic movement.

Velatura Kinetic Direct Drive Phase de lune
© Seiko

 

Vacheron Constantin – The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac; 2014, Year of the horse

With The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac, the manufacture celebrates the sign of the horse that will take over from the snake in February 2014.

The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac; 2014, Year of the horse
© Vacheron Constantin

 

Van Cleef & Arpels – Pierre Arpels Bracelet Or

The latest version of the Pierre Arpels watch, designed 1949, features a bracelet in pressed Milanese stitch – a rare craft skill.