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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 – January 07, 2022

Top Watch News This Week

A quick recap on the luxury watches released this week. Recently, We created duPont REGISTRY Watches as a new Instagram page dedicated to posting the newest and most exclusive luxury timepieces. Today, we have compiled a list of the top watch releases of the week from the best brands in the industry. Click any of the links below for more information on the current watches. Omega Reveals The New Speedmaster Caliber 321 18K Canopus Gold Collection for 2022 View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Learn More Vacheron Constantin Unveils A Piece Unique Grand Complication With 16 Functions View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Learn More TAG Heuer Releases The Limited-Edition Carrera Tiger View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Learn More Grand Seiko Reveals The New Limited-Edition Sōkō Edition Collection View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Learn More Discover TAG Heuer’s New Autavia Chronometer Flyback View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Learn More For more Watch news, Check out Top 10 Chronograph Watches Available At WatchBox

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 07, 2022

Top 10 Chronograph Watches Available At WatchBox

With so many options to choose from, here are our top 10 chronograph watches available at WatchBox. The interest in watch collecting is growing faster than ever as prices continue to skyrocket in the second-hand market. The industry is flooded with countless examples from brands all over the world, some more desirable than others. With watches now reaching up to $1 million, it is important to do your research, but more importantly, invest in what you like. This special is dedicated to informing new watch enthusiasts and collectors on some of the best luxury chronograph watches to add to your collection. Shop any of the watches featured from WatchBox in this special by clicking the links below. Don't forget to follow the duPont REGISTRY Watch Instagram. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak WatchBox Pre-Owned Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph (26239BCGG1224BC02) self-winding automatic watch, features a 41mm 18k frosted white gold case surrounding a black Grande Tapiserrie dial on an 18k frosted white gold bracelet with folding buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds and chronograph. This watch comes complete with box and papers. Scattered Serial. Majority of time remaining on the factory warranty! Price: $239,950 Buy From WatchBox Bell & Ross BR-X1 R.S.20 WatchBox Pre-Owned Bell & Ross BR-X1 R.S.20 Chronograph (BRX1RS20SRB) self - winding automatic watch, features a 45mm black titanium case with a ceramic bezel surrounding a skeleton dial on a black rubber strap with a black titanium tang buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph and tachymeter. This watch comes complete with box and papers. We back this watch with a 2-Year Watchbox warranty! Price: $13,950 Buy From WatchBox Breilting Premier B25 Datora 10371G1P1 WatchBox Pre-Owned Breitling Premier RB25 Datora (RB2510371G1P1) self - winding automatic watch, features a 42mm 18k rose gold case surrounding a silver dial on a brown alligator strap with an 18k rose gold deployant buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds, day, date, month, chronograph, tachymeter and moon phase. This watch comes with the original box and warranty. We back this watch with a 2-Year Watchbox warranty! Price: $22,000 Buy From WatchBox IWC Big Pilot's Watch Annual Calendar Edition "Le Petit Prince" WatchBox Pre-Owned IWC Big Pilot's Watch Annual Calendar Edition "Le Petit Prince" (IW502703) self - winding automatic watch, features a 46.2mm 18k white gold case surrounding a blue dial on a brand new brown leather strap with an 18k white gold deployant buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds, day, date, month and power reserve indicator. This watch comes complete with box and papers. This is a Limited Edition piece of 250! We back this watch with a 2-Year Watchbox warranty! Price: $28,900 Buy From WatchBox Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Chronograph WatchBox Pre-Owned Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Chronograph (31060425002001) manual wind watch, features a 42mm 18k Canopus white gold case with a black anodised aluminum bezel surrounding a silver dial on an 18k Canopus white gold bracelet with folding buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph and tachymeter. This watch comes with the original box and warranty. Majority of time remaining on the factory warranty! Price: $48,850 Buy From WatchBox Patek Philippe Grand Complications Perpetual Calendar WatchBox Pre-Owned Patek Philippe Grand Complications Perpetual Calendar (5040R016) self-winding automatic watch, features a 35.6mm 18k rose gold case surrounding a silver dial on a black alligator strap with an 18k rose gold Calatrava Cross deployant buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, day, date, month, perpetual calendar, leap year indicator and moon phase.This watch comes complete with box and papers. We back this watch with a 2-Year Watchbox warranty! Price: $54,950 Buy From WatchBox Richard Mille RM11-02 Flyback Chronograph WatchBox Pre-Owned Richard Mille RM11-02 Flyback Chronograph (RM1102 AOTI) self-winding automatic watch, features a 50mm x 42.7mm titanium case surrounding a skeleton dial on a black rubber strap with a titanium deployant buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds, date and flyback chronograph. This watch has been serviced and comes complete with box and papers. Time remaining on the Manufacturer's service warranty! Price: $279,950 Buy From WatchBox Rolex Cosmograph Daytona WatchBox Coming soon! This item will be available to ship in 3-6 weeks. Photo is representative-only. Pre-Owned Rolex Daytona (116520) self-winding automatic watch, features a 40mm stainless steel case surrounding a white dial on a stainless steel Oyster bracelet with folding buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds and chronograph. This watch comes complete with box and papers. M Serial. We back this watch with a 2-Year WatchBox warranty! Price: $48,950 Buy From WatchBox Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph WatchBox Coming soon! This item will be available to ship in 3-6 weeks. Photo is representative-only. Pre-Owned Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph (5500V110AB148) self-winding automatic watch, features a 42.5mm stainless steel case surrounding a blue dial on a stainless steel bracelet with folding buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds, date and chronograph. This watch comes complete with box and papers. Majority of time remaining on the factory warranty! Price: $59,950 Buy From WatchBox Zenith Defy 21 Chronograph Limited Edition WatchBox Pre-OwnedZenith Defy 21 Chronograph Limited Edition (1090009004M99R939) self - winding automatic watch, features a 44mm black carbon fiber case surrounding a skeleton dial on a blue rubber strap with a black titanium deployant buckle. Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph and power reserve indicator. This watch comes complete with box and papers. This is a Limited Edition piece of 50! Majority of time remaining on the factory warranty! Price: $15,950 Buy From WatchBox

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 07, 2022

Discover TAG Heuer's New Autavia Chronometer Flyback

An all-black TAG Heuer ready for any adventure. TAG Heuer prides itself on creating a collection of luxury timepieces that withstand any of the adventurous situations thrown its way. From the fastest corners on the world’s most iconic race tracks to the deepest depths of the four oceans, TAG Heuer aims to dedicate a wristwatch that specializes in any area of expertise. The new TAG Heuer Autavia Chronometer Flyback does just that, with the perfect blend of modern design and movement technology. The Autavia Chronometer Flyback presents itself as a 42mm multifunction timepiece crafted stainless-steel with a stealth-like black PVD finish. MUST-READ: Top 10 Chronograph Watches Available At WatchBox Beneath its gloss black rotating bezel, its color-matching dial design clearly displays the chronograph functions that feature a LumiNova coating. The engine delivering power to the all-black Autavia Chronometer is TAG Heuer’s Caliber HEUER02 COSC Flyback movement, which holds a lengthy 80-hour power reserve under a 100-meter water resistance. A transparent sapphire backcase gives insight into the inner workings of TAG Heuer’s meticulous mechanism, while the outer portion features brand engravings and product specs. TAG Heuer adds a black large-scale alligator leather strap with a vibrant red leather inlay that matches the exquisite packing included with the timepiece. The new TAG Heuer Autavia Chronometer Flyback is currently available through an authorized dealer for $6,950. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: TAG Heuer

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 06, 2022

Grand Seiko Reveals The New Limited-Edition Sōkō Edition ...

Grand Seiko fits iconic models with new blue dials. As we roll into a new year, the watch market continues to receive new models from luxury brands that sport new unique designs and styles. Grand Seiko is proud to unveil two new limited-edition timepieces for the U.S. market that draw inspiration from Japan’s twenty-four sekki, which translates to the ever-changing seasons. The two models making their appearance in the Heritage Collection are the SBGA471 and SBGH295. The Sōkō Edition releases include a dial design that celebrates Japan’s seasonal changes from Autumn to Winter. Grand Seiko The Grand Seiko Sōkō Frost SBGA471 features a 40mm stainless-steel case design with an elegant smooth bezel. Its dial design represents the first winter frost on the trunks of bamboo trees in the Arashiyama forest, as the ice blue finish beautifully displays the time, date, and power supply functions. Driving power to the Sōkō Frost SBGA471 is Grand Seiko’s 9R65 Spring Drive movement, which functions without an external power source and holds an impressive 72-hour power reserve. The transparent backcase highlights the craftsmanship behind the watchmakers, while the outer portion includes engravings to signify the special release. The Grand Seiko Sōkō Frost S comes available on a traditional stainless steel bracelet with an additional black crocodile leather strap for $6,000. Grand Seiko The Grand Seiko Sōkō Frost SBGH295 takes shape as a 40mm stainless-steel timepiece that incorporates inspiration from the clear blue skies over the Sea of Japan in early winter. The new kirazuri ‘ice blue’ texturized dial pays homage to an earlier interpretation first introduced in 2018. Delivering power to the time-only function of the SBGH295 is Grand Seiko’s in-house 9S85 Automatic manual-winding movement, capable of holding a 55-hour power reserve under a 100-meter water resistance. The clear sapphire back case allows for a closer look at the inner workings of the watch. The new Grand Seiko Sōkō Frost SBGH295 also comes on a traditional bracelet with an additional black leather strap and is available for $6,900. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury watch news and releases. Source: Grand Seiko

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 05, 2022

TAG Heuer Releases The Limited-Edition Carrera Tiger

TAG Heuer celebrates the year of the tiger with a new Carrera model. The new year celebrates change and new beginnings, with watch brands on the list as those looking to start off 2022 in good spirit. TAG Heuer is incorporating the 2022 Chinese Zodiac into its new limited-edition release. TAG Heuer is proud to present the new Carrera Tiger, a commemorative model with a design that represents the revealer of one’s strength of character. The TAG Heuer Carrera Tiger features a 41mm case design crafted from stainless steel, which includes a contrasting solid 18k 5N solid rose gold crown. The dial layout presents itself in a texturized blue finish that represents the stripes of a tiger, with additional rose gold highlights incorporated into the indexes and hands. MUST-READ: Its All About Porsche And TAG Heuer For Photographer Richard Pardon Delivering power to the new limited-edition Carrera Tiger is TAG Heuer’s in-house Caliber 5 Automatic movement, capable of holding a 38-hour power reserve under a 100-meter water resistance. The transparent sapphire back is laser etched with an emblematic blue and black tiger decal to signify the special edition model. TAG Heuer sets the new Carrera Tiger on a matching blue leather strap with gold contrast stitching and a steel folding clasp. The all-new TAG Heuer Carrera Tiger is limited to only 300-pieces and is currently available through an authorized dealer for $3,750. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: TAG Heuer

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 04, 2022

Vacheron Constantin Unveils A Piece Unique Grand Complica...

The Vacheron Constantin model that tells a lot more than just time. Timepieces that hold grande complications highlight the craftsmanship, movement technology, and attention to detail behind a luxury watch manufacturer. Vacheron Constantin continues a long-standing tradition of incorporating this complex thought into various one-off examples through its Made-To-Measure Service. Vacheron Constantin is proud to unveil the newest addition to its piece uniqué collection, the Les Cabinotiers Grande Complication Bacchus. The one-of-a-kind timepiece made for a special client represents astronomy and mythology throughout its design. The Les Cabinotiers Grande Complication takes shape as a 47mm case design crafted from 18K 5N Pink Gold, featuring a double-sided face to help display all of its 16 functions. The design also includes detailed hand-crafted engravings of vine leaves that are accompanied by 113 rubies to represent a bunch of grapes. MUST-READ: Omega Reveals The New Speedmaster Caliber 321 18K Canopus Gold Collection for 2022 The front side of the timepiece displays the indications of hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o’clock on tourbillon carriage, minute repeater, tourbillon, perpetual calendar (date, day of the week, month, leap year), power reserve, equation of time, sunrise time, sunset time, and alarm torque. As if that is not enough, flipping the Vacheron Constantin to its backside will display the sky chart, age and phases of the moon, sidereal hours and minutes, seasons, and zodiac signs. Delivering the power to operate the multitude of functions that the Les Cabinotiers Grand Complication Bacchus is Vacheron Constantin’s in-house 2755 GC16 mechanical movement, which includes 839 components and 42 jewels. Vacheron Constantin adds a dark brown Mississippian alligator leather strap with a hand-engraved 18K 5N pink gold folding clasp and buckle. The all-new Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Grande Complication Bacchus highlights the true expertise of the watchmakers behind the magnifying loupe. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Vacheron Constantin

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 04, 2022

Omega Reveals The New Speedmaster Caliber 321 18K Canopus...

A new Speedmaster that pays homage to its original release from 1957. The Omega Speedmaster is defined as one of the most iconic watches in timepiece history, with its legendary chronograph collection first launched in 1957 for professional racing car drivers. Omega is proud to announce the new Speedmaster Caliber 321 18K Canopus Gold as part of its first major release for 2022. The new Omega Speedmaster Caliber 321 Collection features two new models that incorporate the perfect blend of vintage styling and modern movement technology. While the new release marks the 65th anniversary of the first Speedmaster, Omega presents the exclusive 18K white gold alloy case design in its original 38.6mm size from 1957. The traditional deep black onyx dial layout includes Omega’s vintage logo proudly stamped at the 12 o’clock position with three classic Speedmaster subdials that display small seconds, 30-minute, and 12-hour functions. MUST-READ: The Top 10 Best Richard Mille Watches Ever Created Along with its multitude of functions, the re-imagined classic highlights the tachymeter scale on the bezel with the original Speedmaster’s dot over ninety and dot diagonal to seventy. The engine driving power to the new Omega models is the manual-winding Caliber 321, the first movement ever used in the Speedmaster model. The transparent sapphire back case allows for a closer look at the inner workings of the watch, while the outer portion features an engraving of the iconic Speedmaster logo. The Speedmaster Calibre 321 watch is set on an 18K Canopus Gold bracelet with a comfort release adjustment system and is presented in a special wooden box. Crafted with a Rosewood-like pattern in honor of the collection’s 65th anniversary, the shape and design of the box is inspired by the original Speedmaster packaging that customers would have received in 1957. The all-new Omega Speedmaster Caliber 321 18K Canopus Gold Collection is currently available through an authorized dealer starting at $81,000. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury watch news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Omega

By Jordan Aquistapace – December 24, 2021

Makes & Movements: Porsche Design GT4 RS Chronograph x Po...

Exotic cars and fine handcrafted timepieces complement each other in a similar way that salt and pepper do. They just work. In many cases, watch manufacturers create pieces that tailor to the exotic automotive industry and even specific vehicles altogether. Makes and Movements will be selecting spectacular products available through duPont Registry and pairing them with current or pre-released watches. The diversity of both the vehicles and timepieces will shed light on different brands and help educated on new areas of each industry. Porsche Design 718 Cayman GT4 RS Chronograph The Porsche Design brand is a branch of the German automotive manufacture assembled to take the lifestyle of Porsche to of the driver seat and onto the fashion runway. With its collections of luxury apparel and accessories, Porsche Design embodies the same quality and attention to detail as the performance-focused vehicles coming off the production line. As a collaborative effort with the release of the all-new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, Porsche Design is proud to welcome the 718 Cayman GT4 RS Chronograph as part of its Exclusive Vehicle Watch Collection. The new Porsche Design Chronograph is meant to highlight all the best qualities of the Porsche GT4 RS while continuing to operate as a functional daily timepiece for any owner. The Porsche Design GT4 RS Chronograph and Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS complement each other perfectly for any on or off-track experience. Porsche Design The commemorative piece is available only for the lucky new owners of the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS. The Porsche Design GT4 RS Chronograph is presented in two configurations, one being the Weissach Package Edition. The case design is crafted from lightweight titanium, which is offered in natural silver or black PVD. The chronograph dial layout clearly displays the multitude of functions with a choice of black or carbon fiber to style the timepiece. The engine that drives the new GT4 RS Chronograph is Porsche Design’s in-house Calibre WERK 01.200 movement, which provides a lengthy 48-hour power reserve. The transparent backcase features a GT4 RS wheel as the rotor, which allows for a close look at the inner working of the watch. Taking inspiration from the interior of its new performance chassis, Porsche Design adds a comfortable black Alcantara strap with the GT4 RS logo proudly stamped into the center. The all-new Porsche Design GT4 RS Chronograph is available for Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS owners, with the option to further customize the watch for select markets. Porsche Design Why To Buy A “why to buy” quickly turned into a “why to own” considering the Porsche Design 718 Cayman GT4 RS Chronograph is only offered to purchase for new Porsche GT4 RS owners. The styling and performance of the GT4 RS Chronograph by Porsche Design perfectly compliments the all-new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS. As an exclusive release, this timepiece will grow in collector value for both watch and Porsche enthusiasts. Discover The Porsche Design 718 Cayman GT4 RS Chronograph Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Porsche presents itself as a brand that continues to push the boundaries of design and performance through its line of versatile sports cars. While every model incorporates an aspect of sports driving, the growing collection of GT cars are what Porsche offers as the closest representation of a track car for the public roads. Since its initial launch in 2015, the Porsche Cayman GT4 grew in popularity as the well-priced track-inspired option that included perfect weight and power distribution. Porsche is proud to take a step further by offering the all-new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, the new flagship model in the 718 family. Porsche The new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS features more performance and a lighter construction to help break the mold of the previous generation Cayman GT4. Starting with the heart of the beast, Porsche adds a naturally-aspirated flat-six engine that revs to 9,000 rpm and makes an impressive 493-horsepower and 331-lb ft of torque. The power is managed through the available options of either an automatic PDK or 6-speed manual transmission, which is Porsche’s homage to keeping three-pedal production cars on the road and track. The exterior of the new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS incorporates a lightweight carbon fiber front splitter, hood, fender vents, rear diffuser, and swan neck wing to provide the appropriate aerodynamics while at high speeds. While the exterior of the Porsche GT4 RS boasts a modest design for the RS family, the interior layout portrays an aggressive sport-like feel with optioned Weissach Package sport seats, sports Chrono gauge, and carbon fiber trim accents. The welcoming interior design makes it the perfect driving experience for any driver level. The all-new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is best described as a mid-engined sports car with racing DNA that offers maximum driving pleasure. Porsche Why To Buy The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the best addition to any garage because of its versatility as a performance supercar for the road and track. Designed as an aggressively modest body style, the Porsche GT4 RS is incognito for most but a head-turning example for any automotive enthusiasts. The configuration process allows each new owner to incorporate their own vision when ordering a 718 Cayman GT4 RS, making each build limitless. Discover the all-new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS by clicking the link below. Discover The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS For more Makes and Movements, Check out Makes And Movements: Ernst Benz Chronoscope x Bentley Continental GT Speed

By Edward Jones – December 22, 2021

Graham Chronofighter Vintage Aviator Limited Edition

Presented by Graham 1695 - The new Chronofighter Vintage Aviator Limited Edition provides a sensory experience par excellence. Pull the trigger, feel at one with the watch and awaken the chronograph in the blink of an eye. And then, when life’s pressures threaten to raise your stress levels, touch the crimped edge of the vintage-themed bezel and experience its capacity to soothe the soul. Can you resist touching this latest creation from Graham?To appreciate a timepiece fully, every sense must be employed. Look at the numerous dial details, listen to the sound when winding the crown, inhale the smell of the luxurious leather strap and feel the overall quality through the tips of your fingers. Indeed, touch can reveal much about a watch. The Graham Vintage Aviator Limited Edition features an aviation-themed bezel, inspired by English pilots’ watches produced in the early part of the 20th century. The fixed bezel on this new Graham model invites the wearer to touch its crimped edge, rewarding the senses with a cathartic encounter. However, this new limited-edition model offers much more than smile-inducing tactility. Its luminous modern-style hour and minute hands efficiently impart information, free of ambiguity. They converse with a crisp track, making read-off eminently simple. The blue central chronograph seconds hand is enlivened with a yellow tip, reaching towards the flange and collaborating with a dedicated track, displaying elapsed seconds in a highly lucid form. The dial is not burdened with unnecessary information. A small seconds display is located at 3 o’clock, while a 30-minute chronograph register resides at 6 o’clock. A date aperture is discreetly positioned within the latter subdial, legible but understated. Nothing detracts from the presentation of hours and minutes. Once again, Graham indulges the wearer’s sense of touch with another ergonomically optimized interface, the brand’s legendary trigger. This hugs the left flank of the case, delivering an intuitive means of commanding the chronograph. Its optimal design mitigates the time gap between observing an event and actuating the stopwatch function. The shorter the gap between observing an event and pressing the trigger, the more validity the recorded elapsed time really has. It is for this reason that the trigger is operated with the thumb, the fastest-acting digit. Another benefit of positioning the combined crown and trigger on the left is that it confers superior wearer comfort. Often when a watch is worn and the wearer flexes their wrist, the protrusions on the right flank of the case gouge the wrist, chafe the skin or inhibit free movement. The left-handed trigger sidesteps such problems. The Graham Vintage Aviator Limited Edition is housed in a 44mm stainless steel case that is united with a glass box sapphire crystal, imbuing the watch with a wonderfully retro aesthetic. At the heart of the watch is a Swiss automatic movement, conferring both precision and reliability. The model is limited to just 100 pieces and is available worldwide from all authorized Graham retailers or www.graham1695.com. Visit Graham1695.com

By Jordan Aquistapace – December 20, 2021

Watch Porsche Design Sit Down With Rod Emory To Talk Cust...

Build a Porsche Design watch to match your favorite custom Porsche. Since the earliest days of Porsche, creative individuals found ways to reimagine models using design, technology, and performance to add a sense of personalization. When it comes to customizing Porsche vehicles, vintage builder Rod Emory is the most well-known throughout the industry. The passion starts with an “old rusty 356” and continues to the present day, where Emory Motorsports operates as a successful shop that restores and customizes Porsche 356 builds for its clientele. With his close ties to Porsche and the world of customization, Rod Emory sits down with the timepiece professionals at Porsche Design to talk watches. Rod explains his passion for the brand and even gives insight into his growing collection of custom Porsche Design timepieces. MUST-READ: Makes & Movements: Porsche Design GT4 RS Chronograph x Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS In a video released to the Porsche Design Instagram page, Rod explains the steps of designing a timepiece to match his Porsche 911 GT3 RS using the configuration process. The breakdown of choosing each custom component helps to highlight the 1.5 million possible designs, giving Rod the idea of incorporating the process into his one-of-a-kind customer experience. The Porsche Design custom timepiece collection embodies all that Rod Emory and Emory Motorsports stand for in the automotive world. Shop and configure the custom timepieces from Porsche Design by clicking the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more luxury watch news and releases. Shop Porsche Design Timepieces View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Porsche Design

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