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Baselworld 2011 Special Feature | 50 Notable New Wristwatches from the World's Largest Watch Fair Gallery

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Baselworld 2011 Special Feature | 50 Notable New Wristwatches from the World's Largest Watch Fair Gallery

<strong>HARRY WINSTON｜Harry Winston</strong>Elegantly embodying the essence of Harry Winston, this round, two-hand simple watch was created with a pursuit of understated authenticity for daily wear. "Midnight Collection Automatic" ¥2,415,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for July release] (Harry Winston)

<strong>LOUIS VUITTON｜Louis Vuitton</strong>A highly unique and appealing minute repeater model, simultaneously equipped with a minute repeater mechanism and a travel time (GMT) function. "Tambour Minutes Repeater" ¥28,000,000 (estimated price). Made to order. Orders will begin sequentially in various countries after the opening of Louis Vuitton's dedicated watch and fine jewelry store in Place Vendôme, Paris, in November.

<strong>LOUIS VUITTON｜Louis Vuitton</strong>Designed for daily use, this model features 30m water resistance despite its complex mechanism, and a long power reserve of 100 hours. The case material can be chosen from white gold, rose gold, or yellow gold. "Tambour Minutes Repeater" ¥28,000,000 (estimated price). Made to order.

<strong>LOUIS VUITTON｜Louis Vuitton</strong>A new automatic chronograph from the Tambour collection, developed for drivers who enjoy travel. The dial is inspired by car dashboards. "Tambour Automatic Chronograph Voyage" ¥724,500 (scheduled for June release, pink gold case scheduled for September release).

<strong>BREITLING｜Breitling</strong>A new model that reinterprets the refined style of vintage chronographs under the name "Transocean," its flagship model launched in 1958. "Transocean Chronograph" ¥745,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for July release].

<strong>BREITLING｜Breitling</strong>This year sees the debut of the "Bentley Barnato," the successor to the "Bentley Motors Speed," the first model in the "Breitling for Bentley" collection launched in 2003. The "Bentley Barnato Racing" is a special edition that pursues an impactful look with its sub-dials featuring discs instead of hands. "Bentley Barnato Racing" ¥1,029,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for July release].

<strong>BREITLING｜Breitling</strong>While simple, the applied bar indexes and slightly stepped gray sub-dials ensure excellent legibility. A more standard three-hand version is also available. "Transocean Chronograph" ¥745,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for July release].

<strong>ROLEX｜Rolex</strong>A 42mm case diameter suitable for daily wear. The Oysterlock clasp with a safety catch ensures secure fastening, and the bracelet is enhanced with the Easylink extension system for easy length adjustment. "Oyster Perpetual Explorer II" ¥693,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for Autumn release].

<strong>ROLEX｜Rolex</strong>This "everlasting classic" adventure watch has been fundamentally reborn with a new automatic movement featuring enhanced reliability and durability, and bolder, more legible hour and minute hands. "Oyster Perpetual Explorer II" ¥693,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for Autumn release].

The luminous display on the dial now uses blue-glowing Chromalight, and the 24-hour hand is orange and arrow-shaped, reminiscent of the original 1971 model, which is a notable feature. "Oyster Perpetual Explorer II" ¥693,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for Autumn release].

The dial comes in two types: satin-finished black or white lacquer. The hands are also set with Chromalight, creating a striking "phantom effect" on the black dial. "Oyster Perpetual Explorer II" ¥693,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for Autumn release].

<strong>PATEK PHILIPPE｜Patek Philippe</strong>A minute repeater that chimes the hours with a rich, beautiful sound like church bells, produced by an internal set of gongs and hammers. "Complications Ref. 5208" Made to order [Price upon order] (Patek Philippe / Patek Philippe Japan Information Center).

<strong>PATEK PHILIPPE｜Patek Philippe</strong>A grand complication (ultra-complex) model equipped with three intricate mechanisms: a minute repeater, a column-wheel single-push chronograph, and an instantaneous perpetual calendar that advances the date precisely at midnight. "Complications Ref. 5208" Made to order [Price upon order] (Patek Philippe / Patek Philippe Japan Information Center).

<strong>PATEK PHILIPPE｜Patek Philippe</strong>This complex mechanism, a first for Patek Philippe, is powered by energy stored in a micro-rotor automatic winding system located on the movement's reverse side. "Complications Ref. 5208" Made to order [Price upon order] (Patek Philippe / Patek Philippe Japan Information Center).

<strong>TAG HEUER｜TAG Heuer</strong>A groundbreaking chronograph that achieved the world's first 1/1000th of a second measurement. "Heuer Carrera Microtimer Flying 1000 Concept Chronograph" *Prototype under development, no release planned. (TAG Heuer / LVMH Watch & Jewelry Japan, TAG Heuer Division).

<strong>TAG HEUER｜TAG Heuer</strong>The mechanism of the "Heuer Carrera Microtimer Flying 1000 Concept Chronograph."

<strong>TAG HEUER｜TAG Heuer</strong>A new standard chronograph with a vintage aesthetic, born from the DNA of TAG Heuer's masterpieces since its Heuer era. "Carrera Heritage Chronograph" ¥409,500 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for September release) (TAG Heuer / LVMH Watch & Jewelry Japan, TAG Heuer Division).

<strong>HERMÈS｜Hermès</strong>This wristwatch features a unique function: pressing the "forget time" button at 9 o'clock resets the hour and minute hands to their positions and hides the date display. "Arceau Temps Suspendu" ¥1,659,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for year-end release).

<strong>HERMÈS｜Hermès</strong>The hour and minute hands employ a unique "360-degree retrograde display mechanism" unlike any other, where they don't rotate 360 degrees but rather fly back to the 0-minute position as they approach 12 o'clock from the 12 o'clock position. The image on the far right shows the "forget time mode" activated by pressing the push-button at 9 o'clock. Pressing the button again instantly returns the watch to the current time. "Arceau Temps Suspendu" ¥1,659,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for year-end release).

<strong>HERMÈS｜Hermès</strong>Among the new "Arceau" models released this year, we confidently recommend this model, named "Grande Lune (Great Moon)," which features a day, date, and moon phase display. "Arceau Grande Lune" ¥656,250 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for Summer release).

<strong>HERMÈS｜Hermès</strong>The movement is equipped with a module from Dubois Dépraz, renowned among watch enthusiasts. ¥656,250 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for Summer release).

<strong>BREGUET｜Breguet</strong>In addition to the Americas version shown, the dial is available in three types: Europe and Asia. The escapement and balance spring of the movement are made of silicon. "Classique Hora Mundi" ¥8,137,500 (estimated price) [Scheduled for year-end release].

<strong>BREGUET｜Breguet</strong>Equipped with an instant jump time zone mechanism for which Breguet has filed four patents. The escapement and balance spring of the movement are made of silicon. "Classique Hora Mundi" ¥8,137,500 (estimated price) [Scheduled for year-end release].

<strong>BREGUET｜Breguet</strong>The latest model in the "Type XXI" aviation chronograph series. "Type XXI Titanium Model" ¥1,323,000 (estimated price) [Scheduled for Autumn release onwards].

<strong>CHANEL｜Chanel</strong>A new model featuring a case and bracelet made of "Titanium Ceramic," a new material developed by Chanel that blends ceramic with titanium, similar to the high-tech ceramic used previously. "J12 Chromatic" ¥609,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for June 1st release).

<strong>CHANEL｜Chanel</strong>The dial features two patterns: a vertical satin finish in the center surrounded by a railway track pattern, and a circular guilloché engraving on the outer ring. The rhodium-plated hands and Arabic numeral indexes shine brilliantly against this backdrop. "J12 Chromatic" ¥609,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for June 1st release).

<strong>CHANEL｜Chanel</strong>A new model of the "J12 Caliber 3125," a premium timepiece powered by the "CHANEL-AP3125" movement, a modified version of the highly reliable and durable Caliber 3120 from Audemars Piguet. "J12 Caliber 3125" ¥2,142,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for Autumn release).

<strong>CHANEL｜Chanel</strong>This model exudes a sharp and refined atmosphere, achieved through a matte finish not only on the high-tech ceramic components but also on the yellow gold used for the bezel, hands, indexes, and crown. "J12 Caliber 3125" ¥2,142,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for Autumn release).

<strong>OMEGA｜Omega</strong>This new model is powered by the "Caliber 9300" automatic movement, developed over a long period of six years. It features a new three-layer Co-Axial escapement, a silicon balance spring, and a three-layer column wheel chronograph mechanism with a vertical clutch. "Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph" ¥924,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for October release).

<strong>OMEGA｜Omega</strong>It also includes a "timezone function" that allows for time adjustment by moving only the hour hand when traveling to a different time zone, and a "chronograph security mechanism" that prevents damage even if the reset button is pressed during chronograph operation. "Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph" ¥924,000 [Estimated price] (Scheduled for October release).

<strong>OMEGA｜Omega</strong>A limited edition model commemorating the Apollo 15 mission in 1971, the first mission to use a lunar rover. The red, white, and blue colors from the mission's emblem are incorporated into the dial. "Speedmaster Professional Apollo 15 40th Anniversary Limited Edition" ¥546,000 (Scheduled for Summer release).

<strong>OMEGA｜Omega</strong>This limited edition model comes with a special presentation box. "Speedmaster Professional Apollo 15 40th Anniversary Limited Edition" ¥546,000 (Scheduled for Summer release).

<strong>OMEGA｜Omega</strong>The case back is engraved with the Lunar Rover, used for the first time on this mission. A special presentation box is also included. "Speedmaster Professional Apollo 15 40th Anniversary Limited Edition" ¥546,000 (Scheduled for Summer release).

<strong>GUCCI｜Gucci</strong>The combination of a cobalt blue dial and a white perforated calfskin strap creates a exquisite vintage feel. "Gucci Coupé" ¥110,250. Scheduled for May release.

<strong>GUCCI｜Gucci</strong>A distinctly Gucci timepiece, featuring a black PVD-coated stainless steel case paired with a green-red-green Web stripe nylon strap. "G-Timeless Sport" ¥122,850. Scheduled for July release.

<strong>HUBLOT｜Hublot</strong>The case and bezel, achieving a water resistance of 4000 meters, are made entirely of carbon fiber, fired in Hublot's in-house autoclave. This material is significantly lighter and more rigid than steel. "King Power Diver 4000 Carbon" Limited to 1000 pieces worldwide. ¥2,331,000 (estimated price). Release date undecided.

<strong>HUBLOT｜Hublot</strong>A model with the same basic specifications of 4000-meter water resistance is also available, with the case and bezel made of titanium (estimated price ¥1,743,000). "King Power Diver 4000 Carbon" Limited to 1000 pieces worldwide. ¥2,331,000 (estimated price). Release date undecided.

<strong>BELL & ROSS｜Bell & Ross</strong>A style that evokes the pilot watches of the early era. The movement is the reliable ETA Cal.2897. "Vintage BR WW1 Power Reserve" ¥409,500 (estimated price). Scheduled for release from November onwards.

<strong>SEIKO｜Seiko</strong>An ultimate minute repeater wristwatch, crafted with exceptional watchmaking craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology. It comprises over 660 parts, with an annual production plan of just three units. "Seiko Credor Node Spring Drive Minute Repeater" ¥34,650,000. Scheduled for late December release.

<strong>ZENITH｜Zenith</strong>A new chronograph equipped with the "El Primero Caliber 405B," the same movement used in the "Rainbow Flyback." The sapphire crystal features a double anti-reflective coating. "El Primero Stratos-Flyback Chronograph" ¥640,000.

<strong>ZENITH｜Zenith</strong>In addition to the model shown, various other versions are available, including cases made of the special alloy Alcron and high-jewelry specifications with gold and diamonds. "El Primero Stratos-Flyback Chronograph" ¥640,000.

<strong>BVLGARI｜Bulgari</strong>By pressing the push-button at 7 o'clock, the hour and minute hands reset to 12 o'clock and restart (flyback). If restarted considering the time difference, it can also be used to display a second time zone. "Bulgari Daniel Roth Chronosprint All Blacks Special Edition" ¥1,596,000 (estimated price), scheduled for release within the year.

<strong>BVLGARI｜Bulgari</strong>This popular model, first introduced in 2008, has been renewed with a larger dial and a sharper bezel, enhancing its presence and luxurious feel. "Diagono Calibro 303" ¥1,208,500. Scheduled for July release.

<strong>MECCANICHE VELOCI｜Meccaniche Veloci</strong>Of the four sub-dials, only the bottom left one includes the seconds hand and date. This is typically used as the home time. "Quattro Valvole Evolution 48" ¥504,000 (estimated price). Scheduled for September release.

<strong>MECCANICHE VELOCI｜Meccaniche Veloci</strong>All movements are the reliable Swiss ETA Caliber 2671 automatic winding. "Quattro Valvole Evolution 48" ¥504,000 (estimated price). Scheduled for September release.

<strong>LONGINES｜Longines</strong>A unique chronograph hand with a vernier scale at its tip, and the red 30-minute counter stands out against the "eggshell" colored dial. This is the black dial version. "Longines Column-Wheel Chronograph Record" ¥404,250 (estimated price). Scheduled for Autumn release.

<strong>LONGINES｜Longines</strong>The movement is a modern column-wheel type, utilizing the precise component of a column wheel for the start, stop, and reset functions of the chronograph. "Longines Column-Wheel Chronograph Record" ¥404,250 (estimated price). Scheduled for Autumn release.

<strong>LONGINES｜Longines</strong>Features a 24-hour dial. Specifications unique to this reissue model include a jet-black dial with 24-hour markings, a pear-shaped hour hand, a leaf-shaped minute hand, a seconds hand with a counterweight, and a case back that opens with a push-button. "Longines Twenty-Four Hours" ¥378,000 (estimated price). Scheduled for August release.

<strong>CHRISTOPHE CLARET｜Christophe Claret</strong>An "ultimate toy watch" that fuses the highest complication, sonnerie (chiming the hours and playing games with hammers and gongs), with three game functions. "21 Blackjack" ¥29,400,000 (estimated price). Scheduled for December release.

<strong>CHRISTOPHE CLARET｜Christophe Claret</strong>A supremely enjoyable luxury watch that challenges the theme of how interactive and fun complex timepieces can be. "21 Blackjack" ¥29,400,000 (estimated price). Scheduled for December release.

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Baselworld 2011 Special Feature: 50 Notable New Watch Releases from the World's Largest Watch Fair - Gallery

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