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Audemars Piguet Debuts Aug 28, 2014

In-House, Cutting Edge: Audemars Piguet Debuts the Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph With In-House Automatic Chronograph

In the world of watchmaking, there is news, and there’s actual news.  Here we have the latter: the Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Tourbillon Chronograph. This is something rather special.  Combining a tourbillon with a chronograph is never a trivial challenge, but what we’ve got here is a fully integrated, in-house tourbillon chronograph movement, that also uses […]

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Elegance can often be Jul 15, 2014

Rendez-Vouz In Style, Night & Day, With Jaeger-LeCoultre

Elegance can often be found in details; the delicate way a dress falls, the way a heel is connected to a shoe, or the fine stitching on a purse. Details like these display the expertise of its maker, and the confidence to apply it correctly, since elegance is also about balance. Details and balance are […]

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Vacheron Constantin s New Exhibition Jul 10, 2014

Vacheron Constantin’s New Exhibition: A Journey Through Decorations

Some brands have a true luxury problem, and amongst them is Vacheron Constantin for sure. The Maison’s rich history has resulted in a private collection of 1,200 pieces, and the problem is that all of them can be considered highlights of their genre. Yet such a wealth of timepieces also offers numerous possibilities to create […]

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Bell & Ross + Diamonds Diamonds Jun 5, 2014

Flying High On A Feeling; Bell & Ross + Diamonds

Diamonds on a Bell & Ross sound a bit like diamonds on a Panerai: not done often nor suited for the style of watch. Yet Panerai did do a limited edition with diamond set numerals, their only official endeavor that incorporated these precious gemstones, and Bell & Ross, well, they have also embraced diamonds – […]

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Linde Werdelin May 30, 2014

Linde Werdelin: Innovating Like A Big Brand

Smaller, independent brands often live a challenging life. Limited resources have to be stretched to cover everything from customer service to social media presence and yet, in order to stay in business, the collection also has to be developed further. This is perhaps the biggest challenge because if you want to achieve some sort of […]

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Omega Speedmasters DEPLOYANT - May 16, 2014

BaselWorld 2014: Belles of the Fair: A Tale of Two Omega Speedmasters

The Omega Speedmaster, also affectionately known as the “Moonwatch”, is perhaps one of the most iconic and recognized timepieces in the world of horology thanks to its provenance as the first watch that went onto the moon in 1969. In this year’s BaselWorld, Omega decides to add two more Speedmasters into their collection- the OmegaRead More

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Panerai s Pocket Watches If Apr 7, 2014

A Handful Of Magic: Panerai’s Pocket Watches

If there were an Academy Award in the watch world for brand that’s evolved not only furthest, but also the most intelligently, from its origins, the ladies and gentleman of the Academy might well have to give the award to Panerai.  For much of its history a somewhat obscure maker of instruments for the Italian […]

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Girard-Perregaux Neo-Tourbillon Apr 7, 2014

BASELWORLD 2014: Girard-Perregaux Neo-Tourbillon With Three Bridges (Video & Pricing)

The city of Brasília, is more than just the capital of Brazil. It is a city featuring some of the most astonishing architecture in the world. Unique is also that it was founded in 1960 to be the new capital of Brazil, and is therefore a so called planned city. Much the same can be […]

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Mar 29, 2014

Baselworld 2014: Antoine Martin Shows New Versions Of The Slowrunner (Live Pics)

The Antoine Martin Slowrunner that was released about a year ago came with a stupendously large balance wheel that beat at an astounding 1Hz. This was a watch that not only offered a very unique complication, but also came with a bunch of other useful everyday features. A date and a power reserve indicator came […]

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Louis Vuitton Escale Worldtime Mar 27, 2014

Baselworld 2014: Louis Vuitton Escale Worldtime, A WorldTimer With No Hands (Video+ Live Pics)

We take a look at the Escale Worldtime from Louis Vuitton, a marvellously beautiful Worldtimer with an ingenious mechanism that allows the forward and backing setting of the time and a hand-painted dial. Easily one of the stars of the collection for Louis Vuitton this year at Baselworld 2014. Look out for a more in-depth […]

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Patek Philippe Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph Mar 26, 2014

Baselworld 2014: The Protective Mechanisms of the new Patek Philippe Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph (Video)

In this video, we have a look at the new Patek Philippe Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph launched today, featuring a dual timezone and chronograph, and also have a look at the protective mechanisms that prevent damage through accidental engagement of the pushers. Our previous article on this piece can be found here.

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Piaget Explains Mar 21, 2014

Philippe Léopold-Metzger, CEO of Piaget Explains the Novelties for SIHH 2014 (Video)

The Altiplano 900P claims the crown for the thinnest mechanical watch in the world, and CEO of Piaget explains the process of his creation as well as the other dazzling novelties for SIHH 2014. Interviewed by Wei Koh. Read Revolution International Digital Editon on iPad, Android or desktop with the Zinio newsstand app. Also, please […]

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Montblanc Surprises Mar 13, 2014

Montblanc Surprises with a Strong Array of Watches at SIHH 2014 (Video)

Jerome Lambert, newly appointed CEO of Montblanc has certainly shaken up the brand by offering an outstanding value proposition with the Meisterstück Heritage line. Also sharing the headlines is the Homage to Nicholas Nicolas Rieussec and the TimeWalker Chronograph 100. Interviewed by Wei Koh. Read Revolution International Digital Editon on iPad, Android or desktop with the […]

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Roger Dubuis CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué Mar 7, 2014

Roger Dubuis CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué on the Hommage Collection at SIHH 2014 (Video)

The Hommage Collection is the showcase this year for Roger Dubuis, and CEO, Jean-Marc Pontroué, tells us about the key pieces from this collection, as well as the strength of the brand in the unique category of the Double Tourbillon. Interviewed by Wei Koh. Do also have a look at our video with Roger Dubuis […]

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Jan 30, 2014

SIHH 2014: Jaeger LeCoultre Grand Feu - the return of the enamel dials

The house of Jaeger LeCoultre is one of those who we keep in close watch here at Deployant. They are one of the most innovative in movement development, and design, but also in creating beautiful timepieces which will stand the test of time. This year’s SIHH crop is no different. Elsewhere we touched briefly onRead More

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Piaget 900P Cutting Edge Basel Dec 16, 2013

Piaget 900P: Cutting Edge

Basel Fair, 1957; Piaget stunned the world with the introduction of Caliber 9P. The importance of this movement for Piaget cannot be stressed enough. With a diameter of 20.5mm and a thickness of just 2mm it is not only one of the “founding fathers” of Piaget’s ultra-thin tradition, but it also provided Piaget’s designers the […]

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Oct 23, 2013

The Atmos Clock - Part Two

Atmos clocks were and still are available in various models, sizes and shapes. It’s all a matter of taste what one prefers. Most Atmos clocks had a glass cabinet and some are housed under a glass dome, like the famous 1930 and 1934 models. But especially in the beginning there were also some completely closed […]

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Oct 16, 2013

The Atmos Clock - Part One

Since its introduction in the early twenties, the Atmos Clock became pretty soon world famous and the clock was even able to capture a place on the desks of renowned people like Sir Winston Churchill, John F. Kennedy and General Charles DeGaulle, to name a few. But the mysterious Atmos clock also won the hearts […]

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Grand Seiko Marinemaster Spring Drive DEPLOYANT Sep 24, 2013

Grand Seiko Marinemaster Spring Drive

Another one in the series of Quickshots…the Seiko Marinemaster Spring Drive. Also another one I count as fascinating value for money catagory. Seiko is one of the under rated companies in the world of high horology. While the world fusses over the Swiss and Germans…quietly, our Japanese friends in Shiojiri have been creating amazingly beautifulRead More

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Sep 16, 2013

Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso Ultra Thin, Tribute To 1931, Part I

The Reverso by Jaeger-LeCoultre –who does’nt know about this smart chic timepiece that can be turned around in its case, to protect it for oncoming golf- or tennis balls. Since 1931, the year of introduction, the Reverso collection has constantly evolved, expanded and improved. Not only with simple dial and colour variations, but also with […]

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Urwerk DEPLOYANT - Sep 5, 2013

Portraits: Felix Baumgartner of Urwerk

As is now become tradition for product launches in Singapore, I will also offer the kind reader a little insight into the remarkable genius behind the watches. And today’s feature follows Tuesday’s Urwerk EMC launch with some portraits of Felix Baumgartner. The man himself…”you need an Urwerk!” Gazing with satisfaction at his new creation ExaminingRead More

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Audemars Piguet has Aug 20, 2013

Piaget Upstream; The Almost Forgotten Steel Icon

Audemars Piguet has its Gerald Genta designed Royal Oak. A steel watch/steel bracelet model with automatic caliber which is highly praised by the watch incrowd. Patek Philippe has its counterpart, the Nautilus, also designed by Gerald Genta and sharing that same concept of a steel case / steel bracelet and automatic movement. Similarly, since 1978, […]

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Aug 5, 2013

Buben&Zorweg; One Perpetual Calendar

Buben & Zorweg are famous for their fabulous watch winders. This year, they decided to make a winder for manual wind watches, and as a show of virtuosity, they also decided to launch a small series of hand wound watches, which are quite exquisite. The movement, designed and constructed by Antione Martin…by a good friendRead More

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Piaget Only Watch 2013 Jul 29, 2013

A Trend Of Doing Good; Piaget Only Watch 2013

The Only Watch-auction, held every two years in Monaco to support the fight against Duchenne muscular dystrophy, is high on every watch collector and -connoisseurs agenda. Besides an opportunity to do good, it is also an opportunity to obtain a piece unique by some of the most famous brands. For many of these brands donating […]

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Jul 12, 2013

How A Vintage Case Inspires A Unique Complication; Parmigiani Ovale Pantographe

Parmigiani is known for their refreshingly contemporary watches, and that is quite extraordinary for a brand that finds its roots in restoration. Long before Michel Parmigiani founded the brand that bears his name, he was already known as an expert in the field of “Horological Restauration”. It is more often than not also the historic […]

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Audemars Piguet RENAUD ET PAPI LEADED Mar 9, 2013

Something special is coming…from the hydro specialists: HYT

the new H2 : HYDRO MECANICAL HOROLOGISTS WITH APRP (AUDEMARS PIGUET RENAUD ET PAPI) LEADED BY GIULIO PAPI Sneak preview for what’s coming for the 2013 BaselWorld. A word from one of our sponsors HYT. Also, click on the HYT panel on the left and visit their website.

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Cartier Never Stopped It’s Production Feb 25, 2013

New Mystery Clocks For 2013; Cartier Never Stopped It’s Production For More Than A Century

When Cartier presented in January the Rotonde de Cartier Mystery timepieces, we were so enthusiastic about these timepieces and the fact that Cartier launched again new watches with Mystery movements, that we almost forgot to report about the new Mystery clocks, that were also presented at the SIHH in January. 2006 was the last time […]

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Cartier Jan 28, 2013

Cartier: The New 2013 Collection In A Nutshell!

The new collection of Cartier brings this year many very attractive and wearable watches in the ‘Fine Watchmaking Collection’ but also in the ‘Mainstream Collection’. Since it’s a lot of information, we’ll do a quick picture presentation of most of the presented models now and we will come back later, with more specs and technical information. […]

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Piaget SIHH 2013 Emperador Ultra-Thin Jan 21, 2013

Piaget SIHH 2013: Emperador Ultra-Thin Minute Repeater

There are few grande complications greater in technical difficulty to the minute repeater and the ultra-thin movement may also be considered a complication in its own right. This “latest embodiment of virtuosity” while a bombastic turn of marketing-speak for Piaget is an accurate description of their SIHH 2013 offering. For me, the Piaget Emperador Ultra-Thin […]

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Hermes unveils new exclusive caliber Oct 11, 2012

A Movement to call their own: Hermes unveils new exclusive caliber

Anchoring the corner of fashionable Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré and quiet Rue Boissy d’Anglas, and a block away from Place de la Concorde and the Tuileries Garden, sits Hermès’ hulking Paris emporium and headquarters. The impressive flagship houses not only the gorgeous Hermès boutique and offices, but also a new Émile Hermès Museum, which features […]

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