zelin0802 / December 21, 2023

Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 launches in new 38mm size

The Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 is available in a 38mm size for the first time.
The embossed dial that debuted on the steel model is again used, but in new purple and ivory hues.
This is a strictly precious metals, time and date only offering, at least for now

To be fair, the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 got off to an awkward start, with its hype subjecting it to widespread scrutiny and nitpicking. However, in its teenage years, the series has grown and developed into something stronger. The look is defined by refined aesthetics, evolved hand forms and dials. With more complex and skeletonized offerings, Audemars Piguet shows how they can make the most of real estate, and with its first foray into steel, the brand shows how Audemars Piguet’s Code 11.59 can be a strong entry-level offering for the brand. The only road the series hasn’t traveled yet is new sizes – until now. Of course, the previous model wasn’t a behemoth, but the more compact, classy size will certainly complement the existing range and lend an olive branch to smaller wrists. This new 38mm Code 11.59 Audemars Piguet automatic watch does just that.

With the downsizing comes zero compromise, at least on the outside. Apart from its dimensions, it is identical to the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 offering. The three-part case with a faceted center reminiscent of the Royal Oak is crafted in exactly the same way, with a predominantly brushed finish complemented by hand-chamfered and polished finishes. It also retains 30 meters of water resistance – I’d expect any size to be water resistant to 50 meters or more. The new 38mm diameter of the two new watches is 3mm smaller than the previous 41mm automatic configuration, and the thickness has also been reduced from 10.7mm to 9.6mm, making it 1.1mm thinner. replica women’s watches

As we saw on the steel model, Audemars Piguet once again features an embossed dial designed by Swiss guilloché craftsman Yann von Kaenel. The dials are stamped for clarity, but the stamps themselves are handmade by Kaenel. In steel we see blue, green and gradient beige. In this new 38mm watch, the case is strictly 18k rose gold, with a purple dial that will drive Los Angeles Lakers fans crazy (I know it’s not gold), and an ivory dial for those who prefer its classic creamy texture. Ivory often has vintage connotations, but within the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 frame, it feels modern and stylish. However, neither has the smoky effect of the beige dial seen on the steel model. I certainly love seeing the two new faces, and really appreciate the color-matched date window, but I’d also like to see the 41mm steel construction scaled down to a 38mm size.

The only compromise, and by the most snobby of watch snob standards, is the switch from the in-house 4302 automatic movement to the Vaucher-based automatic 5900 movement. That’s a digestible drop from the 70-hour power reserve of the 4302-powered 41mm movement. The automatic model in the 38mm range has a 60-hour power reserve. To be clear, the decoration of the 5900 is done by Audemars Piguet, so unless you just want to always show off the in-house pieces in your collection, there’s really no reason to scoff at the use of the 5900. luxury watches replica

This is the part I always say. For a smaller 6.5-inch or so wrist, I appreciate the downsizing of the design, and I appreciate that the downsizing is limited to the dimensions rather than the entire product. The new 38mm models are a great start, but I’d be disappointed if we didn’t see this part of the range expand like the larger models. I wanted steel and ceramic, and I wanted complications—from chronograph to tourbillon—to be packed into this size. Speaking of ceramic, I can’t help but wonder how cool it would be if the ivory configuration had a ceramic middle case that matched the dial, instead of the current all-pink gold design. For those who are price-conscious, the size reduction from 41mm to 38mm also means a $1,200 price drop, so if you’re not that obsessed with in-house movements and prefer or are ambivalent about a more compact size, then This is Audemars Piguet’s Code.1159 to study, or at least keep an eye on as the collection grows. buy beautiful replica watches

Brand Audemars Piguet
Model Audemars Piguet Code 11.59
Reference number 77410OR.OO.A623CR.01 (purple)
77410OR.OO.A825CR.01 (Ivory)
Housing dimensions 38mm (D) x 9.6mm (L)
Case material 18k rose gold
Water resistance 30 meters
Crystal Anti-reflective sapphire front and exhibition caseback
Dial Embossed Purple or Ivory
Strap Large-scale alligator leather, matching dial color, 18k rose gold pin buckle
Mobile Movement Caliber 5900, Made by Vaucher, Automatic
Power reserve 60 hours
Functions hours, minutes, seconds, date
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zelin0802 / February 3, 2023

Audemars Piguet Introduces 8 New Royal Oak Luxury Watch Collections

Expanding the iconic Royal Oak collection, Audemars Piguet copy introduces a series of new style combinations.

As the Royal Oak embodies the characteristics of a true horological icon, Audemars Piguet continues that tradition with modern examples that have become some of the most desirable luxury watches in the industry. 2023 marks the 30th anniversary of the Royal Oak, and Audemars Piguet is delighted to shock the watch world with eight new collections of the Royal Oak. The current collection features a variety of material and movement combinations that are sure to have collectors running to their authorized dealers for the chance to snag one.

Making up more than half of the new edition is a series of elegant Code 11.59 variants, showcasing skeletonized designs that accentuate the inner workings of AP’s legendary movement. All three new Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 models use precious metals and complex tourbillons.

Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph White Gold Baguette Sapphire
The new 41mm Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph is crafted in 18-karat white gold and has a bezel paved with baguette-cut sapphires. The dial is decorated with Grande Tapisserie plaid, with blue accents and contrasting light blue counters.

Royal Oak Automatic Smoked Blue Dial
Audemars Piguet launched three Royal Oak special editions at the same time. Each version features the same smoky blue dial and “Grande Tapisserie” motif, housed in a 41mm white gold case, with a choice of movements: self-winding, self-winding chronograph and self-winding flying tourbillon .

Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph
Crafted in 18-carat white or rose gold and adorned with baguette-cut diamonds on the bezel and hour-markers, these new Royal Oak Automatic Chronographs combine sporty style with precious materials for a glamorous look.

Royal Oak Dark Blue Smoked Dial
Audemars Piguet presents three new Royal Oak timepieces in 18-carat white gold, all featuring Grande Tapisserie dials in a new shade of smoky blue. The offering includes two 34mm and 37mm Royal Oak Automatic watches and a 38mm Royal Oak Automatic Chronograph. The bezels of the three timepieces are set with baguette-cut diamonds, which adorn the faceted cases and bracelets of the Royal Oak collection.

Royal Oak “Jumbo” with blue grained dial
Audemars Piguet is pleased to present the new Royal Oak “Jumbo” ultra-thin watch (Ref. 16202) with a new grained dial. This limited edition is powered by Caliber 7121, the latest ultra-thin movement launched in January 2022 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak. This 39mm watch has a white gold case.

Royal Oak Automatic Winding Yellow Gold With Natural Turquoise Dial
Audemars Piguet is pleased to present a new version of its 37mm Royal Oak Automatic, entirely crafted in 18-carat gold and sparkling with a natural turquoise dial. This original combination of precious materials endows timepieces with unprecedented brilliance. Used in jewelry for over 3,000 years, turquoise is a rare gemstone rich in positive attributes, and it deserves a natural place in the Royal Oak collection.

Royal Oak Offshore Automatic Chronograph 30th Anniversary
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Royal Oak Offshore, this new reference watch combines black ceramic with gold elements for a refined and powerful contrast. A Méga Tapisserie dial and interchangeable straps with a similar two-tone look complete the timepiece.

Royal Oak Offshore Automatic Chronograph
Audemars Piguet presents the new Royal Oak Offshore Automatic Chronograph 42mm, featuring a first-ever black ceramic case with a matching bracelet and black Petite Tapisserie dial for a modern monochromatic look.

zelin0802 / February 2, 2023

Omega Speedmaster Super Racer and Helix System

Learn about Omega’s latest innovation in precision – the Spirate System

A tiny device that can make a huge difference…that’s how fake Omega teases its latest technological development and the watch it’s powered by. The technological achievement in question has a name, and it’s the Spirate System. The watch has it too, it’s the Omega Speedmaster Super Racer. We introduced you to both in an article last week with lots of details. However, this new mechanism for making ultra-fine adjustments to the watch’s rate is not very well understood. The results and manner of using the Spirate System in real life are extremely effective for watchmakers. However, there is real watchmaking science behind it. In this regard, videos always provide a more accurate understanding of such technical topics than static images. So we decided to give you all the details about the Speedmaster Super Racing and Spirate System in the video at the top of this article, which you can watch here.

What is the Spirate system…? The development of this new technology allowed Omega to set new standards in movement adjustment. We’re talking about improved accuracy with a fine-tuning system that allows movement to be adjusted in increments of just 0.1 seconds per day. Overall, it’s accurate between 0 and +2 seconds per day. But the Spirate system alone is not enough. This is a new layer of quality and precision on top of all the innovations Omega has created before. best replica watch site

With its antimagnetic technology and ultra-demanding Master Chronometer standards, Omega has set a new benchmark for the industry. It is the result of many innovations involving multiple components of the watch. Co-axial escapement, silicon hairspring, 15,000 Gauss anti-magnetic movement. It’s all about precision. Until now, with the Master Chronometer, Omega’s watches have been adjusted between 0 and +5 seconds every day. It’s now between 0 and +2 seconds per day, which is quite possibly the strictest standard in the industry – at least for mainstream luxury watches produced on an industrial scale.

How does Omega do this? The Spirate system consists of a silicon balance spring with a new geometry, whose articulated structure allows the watchmaker to influence the stiffness of the balance spring’s connection point. This is done by means of an eccentric adjustment mechanism located on the balance bridge. It complements the adjusting screw on the variable inertia balance, allowing for ultra-precise and effortless rate adjustment. The result is a watch that is of course still highly resistant to magnetic properties, and a METAS-certified Master Chronometer, while also adopting the new “0 and +2 seconds per day” standard. It is important to know that Omega will gradually apply this technology to other movements in the future, as the module can be easily adapted to existing movements.

This video is also the perfect time to see the new watch Speedmaster Super Racing. The watch is based on the existing Speedmaster Racing concept, sharing many of the same features – case, proportions, base movement, display – and adding a layer of exclusivity with laser-etched sandwich dials and bold black and yellow accents. But you can learn all the details about the watch in our previous article and of course the video. The big deal here is the Spirate system, which may look simple, but is actually quite clever and technologically complex. A bit over-engineered. But that’s exactly what you’d expect from Omega… once again, the brand has set new standards for precision and industrialism.

zelin0802 / February 1, 2023

Panerai SUBMERSIBLE S BRABUS VERDE MILITARE EDITION PAM01283

The Panerai Submersible S Brabus Verde Militare Edition PAM01283 is the latest collaboration between the two luxury houses. Ultra-modern, using cutting-edge materials and equipped with an impressive movement, the strategic alliance between the two companies has produced another fascinating timepiece.

Panerai and BRABUS announce partnership for 2021
In 2021, Panerai luxury announced an interesting partnership with BRABUS, a “high-end tech luxury brand” from Bottrop, Germany. BRABUS was founded in 1977 and started life-tuning standard Mercedes-Benz models. It didn’t take long, however, to apply its considerable flair to upgrading the engine, body, interior, and suspension. Today, the level of personalized service offered by the company is simply amazing, surpassing even the expectations of the most demanding clients.

The German brand has also applied its penchant for customization to private jets and, more recently, high-performance boats. The brand’s foray into the latter luxury segment explains why it has entered into a partnership with Panerai, the Italian-Swiss watch company synonymous with SeaWorld.

Panerai – a long tradition of diving watches
Founded in the beautiful city of Florence in 1860, Panerai has long provided the Italian Royal Navy with a wide range of professional equipment, including chronographs, depth gauges and mechanical calculators. Panerai produced the first military diving watch, the Panerai Radiomir, 47mm in diameter and equipped with a Rolex movement. Since then, many dive watches have been produced, often with improvements. When it comes to making diving watches, Panerai’s orthodoxy in this field is beyond doubt.

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Panerai SUBMERSIBLE S BRABUS VERDE MILITARE EDITION PAM01283
Through the marriage, Panerai and BRABUS have previously launched two joint products so far, namely the 2021 Panerai Submersible S BRABUS Black OPS Edition (PAM01240) and last year’s Panerai Submersible S BRABUS Blue Shadow Edition ( PAM01241). Apparently, these models have proven popular with fans of both companies and have led to the release of the new Panerai Submersible S Brabus Verde Militare Edition PAM01283.

CARBOTECH ™️ case and bezel
Ultra-modern looking, the PAM01283 is housed in a cutting-edge Carbotech ™️ case with a matching unidirectional bezel. Judicious use of green hues infuses the PAM01283 with a considerable military-chic vibe, a look the brand recently adopted in the Panerai Submersible Forze Speciali Trial Edition (PAM01238).

Panerai PAM01283 Features
The Submersible S Brabus Verde Militare Edition eschews traditional dials, offering views of multiple movement components as well as an interesting lattice grille. In addition to displaying hours, minutes and seconds, the PAM01283 also has a “polarized date” display, GMT, am/pm indicator, power reserve indicator on the rear of the cheap replica watches, seconds reset and the interesting function of calculating immersion time while diving.

P.4000 caliber
Personally, the engine in this fire-breathing BRABUS model in particular piqued my interest. The P.4000 movement is “the first automatic movement with an off-centre micro-rotor developed by the Panerai Manufacture in Neuchâtel”. Equipped with two barrels, the movement can run autonomously for 3 days. The movement’s skeletonised chassis is finished in a modern black hue, a refreshing contrast to the silver rhodium plating prevalent on most movements. Panerai also equipped the P.4000 movement with a free-sprung balance wheel, promising better performance than the usual raquette-based adjustments. top luxury copy watches

PANERAI SUBMERSIBLE S BRABUS – Marriage as strong as ever
We have it, and in the tradition of both companies, the Panerai Submersible S Brabus Verde Militare Edition PAM01283 offers unique styling, dive watch legitimacy and impressive horological performance. It appears the marriage is as strong as ever.

technical specifications
Model: Panerai Submersible S Brabus Verde Militare Edition PAM01283
Case: Carbotech™️ case and graduated Carbotech™️ counterclockwise bezel, 47mm diameter, water resistant to 30ATM (300 meters), sapphire crystal, display case back.
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds, Polarized Date, GMT, AM/PM Indicator, Power Reserve Indicator on the Back, Seconds Reset, Dive Time Calculation
Movement: Caliber P.4001/S, automatic, 28,800 vph (4Hz), 31 jewels, 3-day power reserve, 341 components
Strap: c alf rubber bi-material black with green stitching, 26/22, BA, STD. DLC-coated trapezoidal titanium buckle

zelin0802 / December 12, 2022

Christmas gift guide 2022: Exclusive timepieces for that special someone

Thinking of gifting a unique timepiece to your loved one? Choosing the perfect watch may not be easy, but you can’t go wrong with these unique luxury timepieces.

Read on for our top picks for the perfect timepiece gift this Christmas (one watch might not be enough).

Jacob & Co. X Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon

The idea behind the Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon began with the idea of how to recreate the visceral feel of the iconic Bugatti W16 engine in a timepiece?

After a full year of development, the team has answered that question in the form of the Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon, a timepiece that pays homage to the car. First, the incredible flying tourbillon movement is a completely clean design. Jacob & Co. has been working with its movement suppliers for over a year to realize this spectacular creation. Inspired by the Chiron’s sleek lines and movement, or “engine block,” the case is designed to replicate a Bugatti engine, placed under a massive sapphire crystal for all to see.

The watch’s most striking action is when the wearer presses the crown on the right side of the timepiece, and the engine kicks in—the crankshaft turns and the pistons pump up and down, mimicking a real internal combustion engine. Two “turbochargers” on one side of the engine block (there are four in the actual Chiron engine) spin when the engine is running, adding to the visual impact. The crankshaft that drives it is just one of 578 parts and is one of the smallest and most complex watch parts ever built, made from a solid single piece of steel. The pistons themselves are difficult to manufacture, and they are mounted on the crankshaft at different angles for maximum effect. Forming the engine block are two “exhaust” ducts, further evidence of the design’s engine theme.

The groundbreaking Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon is also available in 18K rose gold – a real engine and an exclusive piece on the wrist.

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

Created exclusively for the 50th anniversary of the Cortina watch, TAG Heuer has launched a limited edition of 10 TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Cortina watches, inspired by the unique aesthetic ten years ago that first made the original The Carrera became a favorite track for on-and-off serious racing pilots.

Retaining the silhouette of the original Carrera, including the iconic lugs and buttons, it is now enlarged to a modern 42mm and housed in a solid gold case for an added touch of luxury. The hour and minute hands are polished in 18K 3N yellow gold and coated with Super-LumiNova to ensure optimum readability even in the darkest of nights. Beneath the domed sapphire crystal, the clearly visible dial features an elegant tri-compax layout in a new style, but in a lush shade of green. Although rarely known for using gemstones as dial materials, TAG Heuer decided to go the unorthodox route and use albite emerald (also known as maw setting) for the dial.

This bold move is a refreshing update to the Carrera collection and a tribute to Jack Heuer’s original 1963 design, retaining its finely balanced design, including the slim bezel, sloping lugs, classic pump design buttons , as well as a simple small seconds at 6 o’clock and a low-key date window.

Corum Admiral 45 Tourbillion

Corum Corum specially launches the Admiral 45 Tourbillon watch, limited to 10 pieces worldwide, this is a 45mm timepiece specially created for the 50th anniversary of Cortina Watch. Due to the limited number of individual models produced, no two of the iconic dodecagonal Admiral case are identical, a random result of the combination of undulating layers of carbon composite material with 18K gold. Each watch is thus unique, thanks to cutting-edge materials that further enhance the already striking gold elements, and the purity of the pure black sunray-finish dial, evoking and reflecting the wonder and mystery of the starry night sky – — a magical sight under the moonlight.

This watch is particularly noteworthy for its closed dial, which is unusual for Corum as their tourbillon watches usually have skeletonized dials. Uncommon on Corum watches, the sunray-finish dial has a subtle iridescence that exudes a magnetic aura and features a sunray-finish anthracite dial with a tourbillon aperture at 6 o’clock. Corum’s signature ‘upright key’ emblem, which alludes to the fortitude and perseverance required to master the craft of horology and watchmaking, has been painstakingly hand-set for added dimension and finesse for a finishing touch.

zelin0802 / November 12, 2022

Zenith, Kari Voutilainen and Phillips unveil the unique Calibre 135-O with salmon dial and niobium case

When the Zenith Calibre 135 Observatoire Limited Edition, launched in collaboration with Kari Voutilainen, was released earlier this year, almost all watch lovers were excited. At the time of the announcement, we saw a preview of a set of ten platinum and black-finish sterling silver dials and an additional eleventh watch to be auctioned by Phillips in association with Bacs & Russo. Well, now we’ve seen the eleventh watch, and it’s a unique one with a salmon dial and a niobium case.

Niobium, a diamagnetic alloy as hard as titanium, is often used in movement components, but rarely in constructing entire cases. I believe Cartier made an astronomical tourbillon using a niobium titanium case, but other than being a rare and unremarkable example, it’s one I’ve never actually dealt with. WatchTime Editor-in-Chief Roger Ruegger has a great hands-on story about these Zenith x Kari Voutilainen watches, the platinum models that were originally announced, which you can read here if you’re not familiar with the whole thing. In short, the historic Calibre 135-O is a movement designed for chronograph prizes, produced between 1949 and 1962. Kari Voutilainen and his team restored and completed 11 of these movements, which are now used in these Zenith Caliber 135 Chronometer Limited Edition watches.

Just like the platinum version, this unique piece of niobium will be housed in a case that is 38mm wide and 10.35mm thick. The 925 sterling silver dial, finished in the Comblémine atelier in Voutilainen, features a salmon-matte finish with a delicate guilloché pattern on the bezel. This limited edition Zenith Calibre 135 Observatoire in collaboration with Kari Voutilainen and Phillips (ref. 13.1350.135/35.C100) will be auctioned on November 5, with all proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Foundation. I know I’ll be watching these closely.

zelin0802 / August 26, 2022

Jacob & Co. Twin Turbo Furious Bugatti “La Montre Noire”

I’m not sure about the others, but if I were driving Bugatti’s incredible “La Voiture Noire”, that unique supercar worth over 11 million euros, I doubt I’d be paying too much attention to my wrist. But for those who think custom watches and supercars go hand in hand, allow us to introduce the jaw-dropping Jacob & Co. Twin Turbo Furious Bugatti “La Montre Noire”.

Considering the ridiculous car I just mentioned and the exclusivity that comes with it, I doubt you’d expect to see something ordinary. For that kind of car, or a watch to match the world’s most expensive supercar, you’d need something outrageous, to say the least. And the name of Jacob & Co. Quickly came to mind.

The brilliant team behind Jacob & Co. is known for their unique timepieces, always trying to create stunning timepieces – the “La Montre Noire” is just the latest addition to their impressive roster.

Do you remember the Bugatti Chiron tourbillon? That watch was inspired by the massive 16-cylinder engine that powered the Bugatti Chiron.

But this new timekeeping wonder is back in the past, and the iconic Type 57 SC Atlantic Coupe cannot be ignored. The only black version disappeared around 1940, when Bugatti decided to hide it with other cars to keep it safe during World War II.

Known as “La Voiture Noire”, chassis number. 57453 has since disappeared and the car is estimated to be worth around $100 million – would you look for it? The one-off Bugatti for 2019 pays homage to the redesigned Chiron, but doesn’t hint at where the original car is. super replica watches

But let’s focus on what’s in front of us right now. Jacob & Co. created a unique piece based on the blacked-out Type 57 SC Atlantic Coupe. Equipped with two three-axis tourbillon regulators and a decimal minute repeater, the new watch exhibits an overall alien aesthetic.

The Jacob & Co. Twin Turbo Furious Bugatti “La Montre Noire” also features a 57mm 18k black gold case set with 344 baguette-cut black sapphires. The black Cordura strap features a PVD ​​titanium clasp with a black gold buckle and 18 baguette-cut black sapphires, and if you’re lucky enough to get it, it will be worn on your wrist.

Jacob & Co.’s visual luxury continues inside, where “La Montre Noire” benefits from an ultra-complex mechanism composed of 832 tiny components. Since it was inspired by an iconic supercar, the watch also features a chronograph. The stopwatch mechanism actually incorporates a primitive “reference time” indicator.

The dial also has a small opening at 6 o’clock to indicate the reference time in minutes and seconds – which can be set via the crown. Additionally, the Twin Turbo Furious Bugatti La Montre Noire features an impressive decimal repeater.

Finally, let’s talk about power – that’s usually a common topic when we’re talking about supercars, right? Well, thanks to an ingenious planetary system, the needle points to the full power reserve to the left, then moves to the right as the 48-hour backup power runs out.

By now, you should expect what’s coming next – the Jacob & Co. Twin Turbo Furious Bugatti La Montre Noire is a unique piece. But where is that car? jacob & co astronomia replica

zelin0802 / August 17, 2022

HYT Watches Reopen With The Hastroid Green Nebula

The independent watchmaker specializing in fluid displays is back with a first best watch from Cerrato!

If you follow the independent watchmaking scene, you must know the difficulties HYT Watches, the UFO of the watchmaking world, has encountered in making watches with fluid indications. After about a year of dormancy, we can now say it loud and clear: HYT is back in action with a new partner (Kairos Technology Switzerland SA) and new CEO Davide Cerrato to support the business… this The name is sure to ring a bell. And today, the brand presents the first watch of its new era, the HYT Hastroid. We were able to spend some time on the Green Nebula Edition.

HYT – From Concept to Rebirth
Behind HYT is a concept, a vision to show time in an unprecedented and decidedly unnatural way. HYT swiss Watches, created in 2012, don’t use traditional hands that revolve around the dial, but a new fluid-based display… Liquid in watches (and magnetism, the worst enemy of mechanical movements)? Yep, that’s the whole idea. While it is true that in all HYT watches there is a rather (relatively) classic mechanical movement used as the driving force and adjustment for the indications, the display relies on an additional module consisting of bellows and capillaries, two of which are not mixed The dissolved fluid travels in a retrograde fashion to indicate the passage of time, and the point where the two fluids meet represents the current time.

Since developing the original concept in 2012, the brand has not only introduced watches with evolutions in movements and fluid mechanisms, but also made some improvements to address some important issues. The main reason is the expansion of the fluid due to temperature changes – keep in mind that the watch is either worn on the wrist or stored, creating temperature changes. To do this, the brand has added a thermal compensator inside one of the bellows.

Following the H1 model presentation, we saw the H2 watch, the rather insane H3 watch, and the slightly simplified H4 watch. A new direction was taken for 2017/18 with a refreshed design in the H0 model. Smoother and simpler. In 2019, the Haoyitong H5 introduced a new movement, again with some important mechanical updates to make the indications more precise and improve legibility. At the end of 2020, however, the brand had to face some difficulties, but since then there has been not only a new shareholder, but also a new CEO Davide Cerrato (ex-Tudor, ex-Montblanc). Since I’ve known this guy for years, I know he’d be a good fit. Passionate about any science fiction, Cerrato is sure to breathe fresh air into the HYT collection.

NEW HYT HASTROID GREEN NEBULA
This new watch, the Hastroid, marks the beginning of a new journey for HYT. It is built with a new design concept, a new inspiration and a new case. And, the overall inspiration goes back to the company’s roots, returning to edgy, modern, sharp shapes. HYT Hastroid is designed to resemble a spaceship. It’s big, bright and bold. After all, HYT’s insanely fluid display calls for this kind of boldness.

The case for the new HYT Hastroid, shown in its Green Nebula Edition, is all about architecture and science fiction inspiration. The case is angular, layered, and has a mix of materials. It’s also fairly airy, with a hollowed-out structure. However, this is a statement. It has a diameter of 48mm, a height of 17.90mm and an overall length of 58.30mm. Yes, the watch is big and bold on the wrist. Surprisingly, on Frank’s 18cm wrist (he’s the model for the photo), the watch looks much more comfortable and, dare I say, a little more compact than the numbers suggest.

HYT Hastroid completely redefines the overall design. No more pebble-shaped sapphire crystals. The new watch is more angular, almost square, but the skeletonized lugs add a certain airy feel to the case. The top surface is now flatter and indications are clearly visible. To make the watch slightly less “clunky”, Cerrato created a central container held by a square frame, with the sides of the watch opening to reveal different textures.

Our HYT Hastroid Green Nebula case is made from a combination of brushed, black-coated titanium and carbon fiber, making it less visually striking and lighter on the wrist. As a traditional feature, the crown is located at 2 o’clock and is protected by a module that runs along the side of the case. The multi-layered “sandwich” construction also allows for the clean integration of the rubber strap that connects between the two upper layers of the case – here rendered in green rubber, but also available with green Alcantara inserts black rubber.

The watch face of the Hastroid of Oytime has also received attention. The design has also been redefined here, with the return of the skeletonized textured structure that reveals most of the watch’s mechanical elements. The main plate is hollowed out and covered with a sapphire plate; therefore, both the mechanical part (top) and the fluid part (bellows in the lower part and capillaries around the dial) are fully visible. The movement consists of a black-coated plate with a grid pattern, which is decorated with bold Arabic numerals filled with bright green luminous material.

The main evolution of the HYT Hastroid compared to the brand’s previous watches is the display of the minutes. The pointer is now centered for maximum legibility. It is flanked by two classic indicators, the small seconds and the power reserve. Of course, the raison d’être of the HYT, the fluid indication of the hours, still exists around the dial and acts as a retrograde indication, jumping back to its initial position when the green fluid reaches the 6 o’clock position.

Fluid indication is still powered by the same ideas as before. Two bellows located in the lower part of the movement create a pressure movement on the fluid. The left bellows/piston module pushes the green fluid into the capillary, which over time pushes the clear fluid into the right bellows. The point where the two fluids meet, the two are immiscible, marks the current time. The system requires a highly waterproof mechanism – the entire fluid module is 10,000 times more airtight than a conventional dive watch (at least, according to the brand). The system is thus sealed. Thermal expansion can also be compensated by a clever device integrated into one of the bellows.

Powering our HYT Hastroid Green Nebula is the Calibre HYT 501-CM, a movement that should sound familiar to fans of the brand as it is based on the same technology that renowned watchmaker Eric Coudray developed for the H5 , and then an improved Hassted on launch. In addition to changing from off-centre minutes to central minutes, the movement’s decoration has also been updated, with black-coated bridges and bridges, as well as satin-finished and rhodium-plated moving parts.

The movement still consists of two separate modules connected by levers. On top is a mechanical engine with a frequency of 4Hz and a power reserve of 72 hours. This mechanical module has two functions. First, it stipulates the time to provide precise indications. Second, it is the driving force indicated by the fluid, giving it momentum and providing a constant displacement to act on the motion of the fluid. The connection to the fluid device is through an oversized lever, a curved tentacle spindle or “sensor” for the coordination of the mechanism, and a complex-shaped cam with 13 positions to precisely synchronize the hour and minute indications. This sensor converts the circular motion of the movement’s wheels into linear motion, which pushes the bellows and fluid.

Behind this new design, there is also a new strategy for the brand. Production will be more concentrated, fewer versions will be made, fewer models will be made, and the retailer network will be more condensed, strategies that may increase its desirability. https://www.review4uwatch.com

Technical Specifications – HYT HASTROID Green Nebula
Case: Diameter 48mm x H17.90mm – Length 58.30mm – Black Coated Titanium and Carbon Fiber Case – AR Coated Domed Sapphire Crystal – Sapphire Case Back – Black Titanium Screw Down Crown – 50m waterproof
Dial: Black Coated Brass and Sapphire Plate – 3D Black Coated Appliques and Green Luminous Numerals – Black Coated Titanium Grid – Green Liquid Inside Borosilicate Capillaries
Movement: Caliber HYT 501-CM – Proprietary Fluid Complication – Manual winding – 41 jewels – 28,800 vibrations/hour – 72 hours power reserve – Retrograde fluid hours, central minutes, small seconds, power reserve
Strap: Green or black rubber strap with green Alcantara insert – black coated titanium buckle
Reference: H02698-A