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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 01, 2022

Audemars Piguet Debuts Its Limited-Edition Royal Oak Offs...

AP hits a high note with its new Royal Oak Offshore Music Editions. In the world of luxury watches, leading brands think outside the box to find creative inspiration for special releases. The horological professionals at Audemars Piguet pride themselves on continuing to introduce limited-edition examples to its collection of highly-desirable timepieces. Audemars Piguet is proud to use music as the inspiration behind its newest collection release, the Royal Oak Offshore Music Editions. Using vibrant colors and precious metals to interperet the beauty of music composition, the lineup features two new models in titanium, two in gems 18k white gold, and one in black ceramic. MUST-READ: Makes And Movements: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Huracán MB x Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO2 As a tribute to the world of music, Audemars Piguet is releasing the special edition Royal Oak Offshore models in both 37mm and 43mm case sizes. A portion of the collection includes variations that boast bright rainbow baguette bezels, further highlighting the craftsmanship of the watchmakers at AP. The simplistic time-only dial presents the brand’s iconic Trapisserie design, bearing the pattern of a music equalizer using bright colors to mimic active sound levels. These references are equipped with self-winding movements driving hours, minutes and seconds hands: the new Calibre 5909 for the 37 mm models and Calibre 4309 for the 43 mm variants. Keeping the traditional Royal Oak Offshore design in mind, Audemars Piguet fits each with a robust rubber strap (some with mosaic patterns) and a metal-matching AP folding clasp. The new limited-edition Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Music Editions are currently available through an authorized dealer with pricing upon request. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Audemars Piguet

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 30, 2022

IWC Is Auctioning Off The Last Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetua...

Bid to win the F1-inspired watch and a chance to meet Toto Wolff. Establishing its dominance as a performance-focused partnership, IWC Schaffhausen and Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One share the same winning values that make them leaders in each of their respected fields. The dynamic duo continues to release special edition luxury timepieces that incorporate the same design and technological aspects that go into engineering the most winningest Formula One race car. IWC Schaffhausen is proud to highlight one of those iconic examples during a special online Bonhams auction, happening just ahead of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The auction piece taking center stage is the last IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Edition ‘Toto Wolff x Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team’. The exclusive model is limited to only 100-pieces to commemorate the extraordinary career and successes of the Team Principle & CEO at Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1. The limited-edition IWC Big Pilot’s watch features a 46.2mm case design crafted from high-tech and lightweight Ceratanium, with a pronounced matching matte black crown and red inner ring that pays tribute to friend Niki Lauda. The transparent dial configuration presents a detailed look at the inner workings of the watch, with bold Petronas Green highlights that display the complex functions of its movement. The engine delivering power to the Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Edition ‘Toto Wolff x Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team’ is IWC Schaffhausen’s in-house 52615 Automatic movement, offering an extensive 7-day power reserve. The list of functions include time (hours/minutes/seconds), day, date, month, perpetual calendar, and power reserve indicator. A sapphire backcase offers a secondary view of the mechanism at work, with the outer portion featuring engravings signifying itself as number 50 of the 100-piece release. IWC Schaffhausen fits the motorsport-inspired Big Pilot’s Watch with a comfortable black nylon and rubber strap for long days at the track. IWC Schaffhausen The extremely exclusive IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Edition ‘Toto Wolff x Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team’ will be offered at Bonhams Auction on July 5th as the last available piece in the collection. The proceeds of the sale will go to Ignite, a charitable initiative launched in 2021 by the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team and driver Sir Lewis Hamilton. The charity focuses on its work in supporting greater diversity and inclusion in the world of motorsports. At the same time, IWC Schaffhausen announces the establishment of an annual 50,000 Euro donation for Ignite. Along with the watch itself, the lucky new owner will receive a 10-minute video call with Toto Wolff and a tour of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team HQ/Operations Center. Bid on the last IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Edition ‘Toto Wolff x Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team’ auction from Bonhams International Auction House by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. LEARN MORE Source: IWC Schaffhausen

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By Jordan Aquistapace – June 28, 2022

Oris x The Billion Oyster Project Release The Aquis New Y...

The luxury watch brand looking to make a difference in New York's ecosystem. With millions of dedicated collectors and enthusiasts, the luxury watch industry holds enough significance for watchmakers to bring awareness to some of the world’s most prominent issues. Being a brand built off nautical inspiration, Oris features a collection of diver watches that always conform to the credo “Things must make sense”. Oris is proud to join the Billion Oysters Project with the release of its all-new New York Harbor Limited Edition, a 2,000-piece release based on the iconic Aquis diver’s watch. The Billion Oysters Project is a wonderfully ambitious non-profit aiming to restore one billion oysters to the New York Harbor. MUST-READ: Ernst Benz Concorso Ferrari Bespoke Program Announced The latest collaboration project takes shape in a 41.5mm multi-piece case design made from stainless steel, utilizing its functional rotating bezel and 300-meter water resistance for any diving expedition. The signature feature on the special edition Aquis diver watch is its green mother-of-pearl dial, which is inspired by both the color of the famous harbor’s water and the inside of an oyster shell. The New York Harbor is powered by Oris’ in-house 733 movement, driving its hours, minutes, central sweep seconds, date, and stop second functions. A covered backcase presents a detailed engraving of three oysters, with commemorative engravings signifying the special release from Oris x The Billion Oysters Project. Oris fits each New York Harbor Aquis with a matching green rubber strap and stainless steel folding clasp. Each piece sold comes with a special presentation box that includes a replacement metal bracelet, watch tool, and documentation to prove its authenticity. So far, The Billion Oyster Project is happy to announce that 75 million juvenile oysters have been introduced to 18 restoration sites in New York’s Harbor. The new Oris Aquis New York Harbor Limited Edition is currently available through an authorized dealer for CHF 2,400 ($2,500). Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. Oris Source: Oris

By Edward Jones – June 27, 2022

Ernst Benz Concorso Ferrari Bespoke Program Announced

Presented by Ernst Benz. Ernst Benz has partnered with Concorso Ferrari and Friends to create the Ernst Benz Concorso Ferrari Bespoke Program benefitting Connecticut Children’s Medical Center Foundation. Concorso Ferrari and Friends mission to help bring attention and support to Connecticut Childrens spoke to the Ernst Benz team and aligned with their goals of giving back to the community and those who need it most. This new unique program is created to allow car enthusiasts the opportunity to work with the Ernst Benz design team directly to custom build their own unique timepiece personalized and inspired by their automobile, benefiting Connecticut Children’s in Hartford. 50% of proceeds from each timepiece purchased through this special program will be donated directly to Connecticut Children’s. The Ernst Benz team will work individually with each client to build their personalized timepiece helping select dial colors, hands, case finishing, custom-tailored straps, and many unique personalization options. For more information or to get started, please contact bespoke@ernstbenz.comor click the button below. Learn More

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 27, 2022

Bulgari Releases Two New Octo Finissimo Models In 18k Ros...

The rose gold/chocolate theme makes its way to the Bulgari Collection. With a market full of luxury watches that incorporate every fit and finish imaginable, collectors rely on popular trends to help navigate through the influx of vintage and modern examples. One consistent trend throughout the community is the stunning combination of rose gold with rich dark brown accents. We see it on the Rolex Day-Date 40, Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1R, and Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, displaying an elegant style onto the most desirable watch models in the world. The horological experts at Bulgari are proud to showcase the popular configuration on its record-breaking Octo Finissimo Collection, featuring two new models with two completely different designs. The first model to receive its new makeover is the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic, showcasing its ultra-thin 40mm octagonal case design crafted from 18k rose gold. Its brown lacquered dial beautifully displays the watch’s hours, minutes, and small seconds functions. The Octo Finissimo Automatic is driven by Bulgari’s in-house BVL138 movement, capable of holding a 60-hour power reserve while operating under a 21’600 VpH frequency. Fit with a transparent sapphire backcase and a matching 18k rose gold bracelet, the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic quickly sold out with a price tag of $44,800. Next on the list for a precious metal redesign is the Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT, showcasing a more significant 43mm satin-polished case with a more refined geometric design. Beneath its layers of precious metal bezels, a brown and gold chronograph dial design neatly organizes the complex functions of the world’s slimmest self-winding watch. A sophisticated Bulgari BVL318 movement supplies power to its automatic winding, hours, minutes, small seconds, second time zone, and chrono functions. A sapphire backcase allows the opportunity to view the movement in action, with commemorative engravings on the outer portion to signify the special releases. The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT comes on a comfortable brown large-scale alligator leather strap, with a price tag of $35,800. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. Source: Bulgari

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By Jordan Aquistapace – June 24, 2022

The Limited-Edition Roger Dubuis Excalibur Huracán Spider...

Roger Dubuis roars across the starting line to reveal the Maison is now the official timing partner of the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Since its partnership first began back in 2017, Roger Dubuis x Automobili Lamborghini continue to bridge the gap between hyper watches and supercars. The Excalibur Collection dedicates a portion of its lineup to exclusive examples that derive design and performance inspirations from the Lamborghini models that take on circuits all around the world. Roger Dubuis is excited to debut the new limited-edition Excalibur Spider Huracán White MCF at the 2022 Goodwood Festivals of Speed in the United Kingdom. Born to race, the new timepiece boasts an expressive blend of hyper materials and hyper mechanics. MUST-READ: Hyper Time: Automotive Watches For The Enthusiast The most recent Excalibur Spider Huracán follows up a series of unique variations, featuring a design that honors the characteristics of the Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO. Roger Dubuis crafts the new Excalibur Spider Huracán MB case, bezel, and crown from pure white Mineral Composite Fibre (MCF). The complex dial highlights a unique blend of vibrant green, red, and yellow tones, mimicking the livery on Lamborghini Squadra Corse’s Huracán race car. While the engine delivering power to the special edition Excalibur Spider isn’t a naturally-aspirated V10, the watch achieves its 60-hour power reserve from Roger Dubuis’ in-house RD630 automatic self-winding movement. The 233-piece movement operates the watch’s hours, minutes, central seconds, and date functions. Utilizing key design aspects from its supercar muse, Roger Dubuis fits each Excalibur with a multi-color perforated leather strap that uses a quick interchangeable release system. The all-new Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Huracán White MCF is limited to 88-pieces worldwide and is currently available through an authorized dealer. View all of the current Lamborghini Huracán examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. VIEW ALL LAMBORGHINI HURACÁN FOR SALE View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Roger Dubuis

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 24, 2022

Ulysse Nardin Releases The New Diver X Skeleton Black, Li...

Following the success of the Diver X Skeleton in blue that rapidly sold out upon its release in 2021. The diver watch continues to make a splash in the world of luxury watches, with modern-day examples that sport precious materials and complex movements. Born with nautical inspiration in mind, Ulysse Nardin prides itself on offering an extensive collection of dive watches that serve to an array of looks and lifestyles. Ulysse Nardin is proud to present the new limited-edition Diver X Skeleton Black, featuring a vibrant 44mm design crafted from black DLC titanium and Carbonium. MUST-READ: The Limited-Edition REC 901 RWB Rotana, Made Using Actual Materials From RWB Builds Placing its iconic ‘X’ logo at the center of its skeletonized dial with eye-catching yellow highlights, Ulysse Nardin focuses on its beauty behind its movement in action. Powering the Diver X. Skeleton Black is Ulysse Nardin’s in-house UN-372 automatic movement, which holds an impressive 72-hour power reserve while operating under a 200-meter water resistance. The sapphire backcase presents a secondary view at the inner workings of the watch, with commemorative engravings on the outer case highlighting the special 175-piece release from Ulysse Nardin. The available option for straps highlight the brand’s new flashy yellow rubber strap and a black R-STRAP made of upcycled fishing nets. The new limited-edition Ulysse Nardin Diver X Skeleton Black is currently available through an authorized dealer with a price tag of $25,800. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Ulysse Nardin

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 22, 2022

Ernst Benz Launches Its All-New Bespoke Timepiece Program...

The chance to build a luxury watch to match the sports car in your garage! Presented by Ernst Benz - As the luxury watch industry grows in popularity among the millions of collectors and enthusiasts, watchmakers are finding new ways to differentiate themselves, aside from the countless other brands. Watch customization presents the ability to incorporate personalized characteristics that reimagine modern-day timepieces, using an array of materials, precious metals, and colors. The horological experts at Ernst Benz are proud to introduce its all-new Bespoke Program, featuring a hands-on experience that mimics the configuration process of designing a brand new supercar. MUST-READ: Makes And Movements: Ernst Benz Chronoscope x Bentley Continental GT Speed The unique program allows car enthusiasts an opportunity to work one-on-one with the design team at Ernst Benz to custom build a timepiece inspired by their very own vehicle. Debuted at Concorso Ferrari & Friends 2022, Ernst Benz partnered with the iconic Ferrari event to bring awareness and support to the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center Foundation. The Ernst Benz team will work individually with each client to offer support while building their timepiece, helping select dial colors, hands, case finishing, custom-tailored straps, and many unique personalization options. For each sale of a bespoke timepiece commission, Ernst Benz will be donating 50% of the proceeds to the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center Foundation. Learn more about configuring your own bespoke Ernst Benz timepiece by contacting bespoke@ernstbenz.com or clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. LEARN MORE Ernst Benz

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 22, 2022

Corum Reveals Its All-New Bubble X-Ray Watch, Limited To ...

The original concept of the Bubble: daring, different, and designed for those who enjoy making their own distinctive statement. The idea behind dial design looks far past its simplicity as a space for deciphering time, giving watchmakers a blank canvas to incorporate their creative vision. The horology experts at Corum instill this thought into their Bubble Collection, a series of oversized watches with an even larger crystal to magnify the artistic dial configurations. Corum is proud to debut the limited-edition Bubble X-Ray as the newest addition to its fleet of luxury watches. The Bubble X-Ray features a 47mm case made from black PVD-treated stainless steel, sealed with a large sapphire crystal to withstand an impressive 100-meter water resistance. MUST-READ: Makes & Movements: IWC Pilot’s Watch ‘Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1’ x 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Commemorating the first Corum Bubble to make its debut in 2000 with a skull design, the dial of the Bubble X-Ray showcases a highly stylized yet realistic-looking skull taking center stage. The skull represents life, death, and the concept of Die de Muertos, which also is fully visible at night because of its luminescent finish. The watch is powered by an automatic movement (CO 082) that beats at 4Hz and offers 42 hours of power reserve. A small transparent opening to its backcase allows for a closer look at the inner working of the Bubble X-Ray’s movement, with engravings on the outer portion numbering each of the 666-pieces released. Continuing its dark theme, Corum fits each Bubble X-Ray with a comfortable black nylon strap with bright green contrast stitching. The new limited-edition Corum Bubble X-Ray is currently available through an authorized dealer with a price tag of $4,155. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Corum

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 22, 2022

The New Limited-Edition MICHELIN x Bamford London B347 Pi...

The luxury watch that uses actual performance tire tread in its design. In the world of luxury watches, creative collaborations introduce new styles, materials, and technology that differentiates from other examples made using traditional method of watchmaking. It’s a story that the luxury product professionals at Bamford London know all too well, with an ongoing partnership with the global brand Michelin. The duo first began its journey with the release of the Swiss-made Bamford B347 model in 2021. Bamford London x Michelin are proud to return to the watch industry with the all-new B347 Pilot Sport, an exclusive 133-piece limited edition series that represents each year since Michelin was founded in 1889. MUST-READ: Hublot Starts Summer With The New Limited-Edition Big Bang UNICO Essential Grey, Limited To Only 200-Pieces The Michelin x Bamford B347 Pilot Sport takes on a 41.5mm case design crafted from lightweight carbon fiber, with a checker flag inner bezel as a nod to motorsports. The matte black dial uses bright white sub-dials to display the functions of the cam operated chronograph. The functions include hours, minutes and small second at 9 o'clock, 60 seconds counter in the center, 30 minutes counter at 3 o'clock, Date with quick setting, Self-winding mechanism with ball bearing, and a stop second device. Powering the B347 Pilot Sport is a Stellita SW510 caliber, an automatic movement with two push-buttons and a power reserve of 62-hours. The black-coated steel backcase showcases an engraving of the iconic Michelin Man and the production number of each individual watch. With rubber being its specialty, Michelin developed a unique colored strap made using recycled Pilot Sport 5 test tires. The strap features a real tread pattern, taken from the Pilot Sport 5: specifically, a 225/40 ZR18 (92Y) tire. This size tire would be used on cars like the retro BMW E36 and E46 M3, and the British-built Lotus Evora, Morgan Aero 8, and many more. The new limited-edition Michelin x Bamford B347 Pilot Sport is currently available on the Bamford London website for $3,063. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Michelin

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