The brand 4N was born from the desire to create a simple digital display and propose a mechanical alternative to analogue timepieces with moving hands. The name of the brand is derived from the English “4 numbers”, which refers to the four digits on a digital counter which represents the tens of hours, hours, tens of minutes and minutes. 4N is positioned on the modern luxury watch market. 4N has a modern image with a mechanical touch, and gets back to the basics of watchmaking. Its timepieces will be produced in limited edition with 16 (42) versions of each model.
Chopard’s new L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon will definitely have you well-heeled pistonheads talking. The watch features an in-house caliber with a power reserve of 60 hours that sits under an engine block-inspired dial design complete with a fuel gauge-style power reserve indicator.
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Surely watch fans will be excited to see some of the timepieces rolling out at Baselworld next month. One model that caught our eye is the U-Boat 1001 Diver. According to Professional Watches: The 1001, before its unusual features are unveiled, will be presented to the public in an aluminium technological casket, visible only through a riveted port hole, reminiscent of a deep abyss. On opening the box, the unusual nature of the 1001 will be immediately apparent, starting with the 55-millimetre diameter grade 2 natural titanium box, with the distinctive position of the rim protection on the left, helium valve and titanium plate bearing the serial number.
Powered by Breitling’s Calibre 32 movement, the Colt GMT+ is not only distinguished by its innate functionality and sturdiness, but also by its distinctive design: sporty, elegant and contemporary all at once. The bezel is adorned with raised numerals and hour markers, highlighted by the contrast between polished and satin-brushed surfaces. The dynamic dial features large stamped numerals and a concentric-line motif. The new watch, available in four dial variations, is also fitted with a push button-operated seamless clasp, plus extension piece that is adjustable in a few seconds
In this version, housed in a stainless steel case that’s matched with a rubber/steel strap, the Colt GMT+ is resolutely geared towards originality and style for the wrist; the watch is equally at ease on all five continents (whew!), way up in the sky and water resistance to depths of 500 meters (1,660 ft). Pilots, world travelers, divers and other ruggedly handsome, swashbuckling types would be wise to add this beauty to their arsenal of wrist accessories.
The newest luxury brand on the block, Nubeo, has chosen Kobe Bryant to sponsor their new brand ambassador. The new sports watch is called the Black Mamba which is derived from Kobe’s court nickname.
Kobe is very vocal about the fact that the has been actively involved in the watches design process and Nubeo clams that it has created the most complex luxury watch case because of the numerous parts involved in the construction of the case.
Most Nubeo designs are focused on ocean environments and this luxury watch is no different. It costs around 285,000 thousand dollars for the most limited version which includes materials like black titanium, ceramic, black sapphires, and sapphire crystals,
From the designer of the popular U-Boat series of watches comes Welder. The line of watches crafted by Italo Fontana embodies some of the same familiar design language from U-Boat in the form of large over-sized casings and technical designs. Of the styles seen here, each features a large-scale 50mm sizing although other models range from 40mm all the way to 53mm. The line is available now at SSENSE
Bold yet elegant, Cartier’s Calibre is another instant classic from the iconic French jeweler and watch maker. The watch is the first to use the company’s own in-house movement, the 27 jewel calibre 1904 MC, which is wrapped in choices of stainless steel or pink gold and steel
