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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 – June 21, 2022

Hublot Starts Summer With The New Limited-Edition Big Ban...

The new chic, technical and exclusive Big Bang Unico Essential Grey is a stunning cocktail designed by Hublot! In a world of monochrome theme watches, Hublot stands out as a brand that proves itself on incorporate a wide variety of colors within its collection of exclusive luxury timepieces. Hublot is back to take on summer with a whole new look, featuring the limited-edition Big Bang UNICO Essential Grey. The new release comes as an e-commerce exclusive, which also introduces the ability to purchase a Hublot watch (up to $30,000) with cryptocurrencies for the first time ever. MUST-READ: Makes & Movements: IWC Pilot’s Watch ‘Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1’ x 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series The Big Bang UNICO Essential Grey features a 42mm satin-finished titanium case, highlighting its functionality as the perfect summer watch with a 100-meter water resistance. A skeletonized dial design gives insight into the complex design behind its UNICO movement, using large-scale pronounced numerals and sub-dials to display the Big Bang’s functions. The engine delivering power to the Big Bang UNICO Essential Grey is Hublot’s in-house HUB1280 caliber, a column-wheel chronograph movement that holds an impressive 72-hour power reserve. A transparent sapphire backcase presents the mechanics of the watch in a whole new light, with commemorative engravings lining the outer portion to indicate the special release from Hublot. The e-commerce release from Hublot comes available with two unique strap options, including a robust rubber band or nylon/velcro strap in matching grey colorways. The new Hublot Big Bang UNICO Essential Grey is limited to only 200-pieces worldwide and is currently available exclusively on Hublot’s website for $20,900. 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: Hublot

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 16, 2022

Shop The Father's Day Luxury Gift Guide

Find dad the perfect gifts for Father's Day with help from duPont REGISTRY. As Father’s Day approaches this weekend, families sprint to find the perfect gift for dad, but with an endless supply of options, it makes it almost impossible to choose. This week’s special focuses on the best luxury gift ideas for dads of all interest, from watch enthusiasts to car collectors. We have compiled the Father’s Day Luxury Gift Guide to include the highest quality products for the perfect day to celebrate dad. Shop all of the luxury products and accessories featured in this special by clicking the link below. Amalgam Ferrari Enzo 1:18 Scale Amalgam This fine 1:18 scale model of the Ferrari Enzo has been handcrafted and finished in Amalgam's workshops with the co-operation and assistance of Ferrari regarding original finishes, materials, archive imagery and drawings. The use of supremely accurate digital scanning of the original car has allowed us to perfectly recreate every detail at scale. Furthermore, it has undergone detailed scrutiny by both engineering and design teams to ensure complete accuracy of representation. Price: $898 SHOP NOW Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Mater of Malt A cracking collaborative effort between the Bowmore Distillery and Aston Martin – the first release in the Masters' Selection series! This 21 year old single malt was created by the teamwork of Bowmore master whisky maker Ron Welsh and Aston Martin chief creative officer Marek Reichman. Taking inspiration from the Golden Ratio, which is often considered when the Aston Martin team designs their cars, this single malt has been made with a carefully crafted recipe, with the components all adding character to the final flavor profile. Inquire for Pricing SHOP NOW Medford Knives Praetorian T - S35VN Tanto Blade, Swirling Galaxy Finish The Medford Guy The Medford Knife and Tool Praetorian T is forged in strength like the elite praetorian guards of Rome. 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By Jordan Aquistapace – June 16, 2022

Discover The New URWERK UR-100V Full Black Titanium, Limi...

An out of this world watch with the materials and technology to match. Since its humble beginnings as a luxury watch brand, URWERK continues to operate under the fascination of incorporating all-black styles into its precious metal designs. While the case shapes and technology change with each collection, the mantra of creating strikingly complex remains its focus. URWERK Geneve is proud to unveil the new limited-edition UR-100V Full Black Titanium, featuring a stealth-like style that highlights the raw beauty of its materials. MUST-READ: H.Moser Reveals The New Streamliner Chronograph UNDEFEATED, Limited To Only 76-Pieces With a case design crafted from black DLC-treated titanium, the 41mm case design showcases sharp lines and edges that give off a futuristic feel. Controlling and setting the watch is done through a matte black crown fit just above the 12 o’clock position. Beneath its domed sapphire crystal lies its complex skeleton dial, rotating at the center to decipher the hour while the bottom gauge tracks minutes. The list of functions on the UR-100V Full Black Titanium includes satellite hours/minutes, rotational distance at the equator in 20-minutes, and orbital distance in 20-minutes. The caliber providing power to the new release is URWERK’s in-house UR 12.02 self-winding movement, a state-of-the-art construction that holds a lengthy 48-hour power reserve and 30-meter water resistance. The sapphire backcase acts as an open porthole to the inner workings of the piece, showcasing a modern honeycomb design with engravings to signify the special release. Staying true to its tradition of incorporating a metal band, URWERK fits the UR-100V with a very special bracelet made of 32 black DLC-treated sandblasted titanium links. The new URWERK UR-100V Full Black Titanium is limited to only 25-pieces worldwide and is currently available through an authorized dealer for $67,000. 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: URWERK Geneve

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 15, 2022

Bulgari Releases The Limited-Edition Aluminum GMT Amerigo...

Bulgari ventures to open waters with its newest special edition GMT. As a true traveler’s watch that withstands the stresses of constant use, the GMT holds a special place in the hearts of watchmakers throughout the industry. The idea behind efficiently keeping accurate time of multiple time zones began at the hands of watchmaking’s founding father John Harrison, who developed a marine chronometer in the early 18th century to decipher the time of the day between shipping ports. Decades later, the luxury watch experts at Bulgari are proud to offer a modern version of the classic GMT as part of its Aluminum Collection. Bulgari is excited to debut the new Aluminum GMT Amerigo Vespucci in honor of the great Italian naval ship that now resides in La Spezia, Italy. MUST-READ: H.Moser Reveals The New Streamliner Chronograph UNDEFEATED, Limited To Only 76-Pieces The Aluminum GMT takes shape in a 40mm case design made exclusively from aluminum, which features a matte black fixed rubber bezel with ‘Bulgari’ meticulously engraved around its surface. The inner bezel showcases a black and yellow split finish, a nod to the iconic colors of the Amerigo Vespucci ship. An in-house B192 automatic-winding movement drives power to the special edition GMT, highlighting a 26-jewel construction that holds an impressive 50-hour power reserve. The covered backcase includes commemorative ‘Nave Scuola Amerigo Vespucci’ engravings to signify the limited 1,000-piece release from Bulgari. Made to survive long distant marine travels, Bulgari adds a robust black rubber strap with the brand's logo proudly stamped on each side. The all-new Bulgari Aluminum GMT Amerigo Vespucci is currently available online or through an author dealer for $3,950. 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: Bulgari

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 15, 2022

H.Moser Reveals The New Streamliner Chronograph UNDEFEATE...

The luxury watch and street culture pioneer come together for a special collaboration. In the growing world of luxury watches, well-known watchmakers are continuing to incorporate creative influences from other industry-leading brands that follow the same values and artistic path. H.Moser is diversifying its portfolio of collaboration projects with an all-new release in partnership with the street culture specialists at UNDEFEATED. The luxury duo is proud to present the new limited-edition H.Moser Streamliner Chronograph UNDEFEATED. MUST-READ: The Top 10 Luxury Chronograph Watches The new Streamliner Chronograph UNDEFEATED showcases a 42.3mm case design crafted from DLC-treated steel, a first-ever appearance that gives off a matte stealth-like look. Beneath its domed sapphire crystal, the watch presents an impressively detailed Tiger Camp Fumé dial design that includes the iconic UNDEFEATED logo as the 12 o’clock marker. H.Moser fits the Streamliner with an in-house HMC 902 self-winding movement developed with AGENHOR, a 434-piece construction that provides a generous 54-hour power reserve. An open caseback allows for a closer look at the inner workings of the movement, while the outer portion includes engravings to highlight the special release from H.Moser and UNDEFEATED. Incorporating a traditional touch, H.Moser adds a matching DLC-treated steel integrated bracelet to the special Streamliner. The all-new H.Moser Streamliner Chronograph UNDEFEATED is limited to only 76-pieces and is currently available through an authorized dealer with a price tag of $50,032.50. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watches news and releases. View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: H.Moser

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 15, 2022

Porsche Design Adds A Paint-to-Sample Option On Its Custo...

The new PTS colors add millions of new possible combinations. The Porsche configuration process allows owners to customize their new vehicle with an extensive palette of colors, options, and upgrades. The German automotive manufacturer prides itself on offering a unique paint-to-sample program, showcasing one-off colors that completely reimagine the look of any 718 Cayman, 911, Panamera, Macan, Cayenne, or Taycan. The horology experts at Porsche Design are now proud to feature the paint-to-sample option as part of the one-of-a-kind build experience. MUST-READ: Top Automotive-Inspired Watches With more than 114 additional colors to choose from, the configurator now houses vibrant 90s Porsche colors such as Maritimeblue, Rubystar, and Mintgruen. Porsche Design’s new option adds a vibrant touch to the outer dial ring, leather strap, and decorative stitching. The extension of its color palette gives Porsche Design customers more than 300 million different configuration options, celebrating individuality while presenting a luxury timepiece that matches the Porsche in your garage. The new paint-to-sample colors are now available on the Porsche Design Custom Timepiece Configurator, starting with a base price of $5,150. View all the current Porsche models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. VIEW ALL PORSCHE FOR SALE View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Porsche Design

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 10, 2022

Top Watch News This Week

A quick recap on the luxury watches releases and industry news 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. IWC Schaffhausen x Mercedes-AMG Debut The New Big Pilot’s Watch Exclusively For AMG Project One Owners IWC Shaffhausen LEARN MORE Jacob & Co. Becomes The First Triple-Axis Tourbillon in Space Jacob & Co. LEARN MORE Speake-Marin Releases The Limited-Edition Dual Time ‘Lime’ Just In Time For Summer Speake-Marin LEARN MORE Makes & Movements: IWC Pilot’s Watch ‘Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1’ x 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series duPont REGISTRY LEARN MORE

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 10, 2022

Speake-Marin Releases The Limited-Edition Dual Time 'Lime...

The Dual Time Lime is an essential ingredient for the perfect summer. With the summer season in full effect, luxury watch brands head to the design studio to create vibrant and functional examples for a day on the boat or out at the beach. For the professionals at Speake-Marin, the inspiration behind its newest summer release is enjoying tropical fruits and cocktails under the sun. Speake-Marin is proud to announce the Dual Time ‘Lime’ as the most recent addition to its lineup of complex luxury timepieces. MUST-READ: Makes & Movements: IWC Pilot’s Watch ‘Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1’ x 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series The Dual Time Lime features a Piccadilly case design finished in black DLC-coated titanium available in 38mm and 42mm variations. Incorporating color characteristics from summer’s most popular citrus, its matte openwork dial showcases a fresh feel with Lime green accents. Presenting itself as a grand complication, the Speake-Marin Dual Time includes hours, minutes, seconds, small seconds, retrograde date, and dual time indication functions for everyday use. Supplying power to the Dual Time Lime is an in-house SMA02 movement, a product of Speake-Marin Atelier developed and assembled at Le Cercle de Horlogers. The state-of-the-art caliber provides an impressive 48-hour power reserve while operating under a 30-meter water resistance. A transparent sapphire backcase allows for a closer look at the inner workings of the mechanism, highlighting the craftsmanship and attention to detail of the watchmakers at Speake-Marin. Finishing its summer-themed release, Speake-Marin fits the Dual Time with a matching Lime green rubber strap and titanium buckle. The new Speake-Marin Dual Time Lime is limited to only 28-pieces total (38mm: 10 pieces & 42mm: 18 pieces) and is currently available through an authorized dealer. 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: Speake-Marin

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 09, 2022

Jacob & Co. Becomes The First Triple-Axis Tourbillon in S...

Jacob & Co. timepieces bring a whole new meaning to 'out of this world'. Space travel became prominent within the luxury watch world when Buzz Aldrin took his first step on the moon wearing an Omega Speedmaster, an iconic model known as the first wristwatch on the moon. Now, 53-years later, the luxury timepiece professionals at Jacob & Co. are proud to announce their exploration as the first-ever Triple Axis Tourbillon in space. The Jacob & Co. Astronomia Tourbillon Bucherer BLUE began its journey on April 8th from the Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, accompanying investor and philanthropist Eytan Stibbe on his trip to outer space. MUST-READ: Top Automotive-Inspired Watches The Astronomia Bucherer Blue features a dark blue starry dial finish that beautifully highlights the intricate craftsmanship of Jacob & Co.’s gravitational triple-axis tourbillon. Beneath its domed sapphire crystal, the complex movement rotates and includes a spherical diamond that reflects the moon and a magnesium lacquered globe that represents the earth. The piece uniqué Astronomia showcases a commemorative backcase design that pays homage to the monumental event for Jacob & Co. The ‘Rakia’ space mission, along with the Astronomia Tourbillon Bucherer Blue, spent 17-days 1-hour and 37-minutes in space. The space crew orbited the earth 273-times at an altitude of 250-miles at nearly 17,500mph, traveling over 7,000,000-miles in total. After returning from its adventure in space, the Jacob & Co. Astronomia Bucherer BLUE is set to make an appearance in New York at the Bucherer 1888 TimeMachine from July 11-17th. Concluding the week-long public exhibition, the piece of Jacob & Co. history will be on display with Sotheby’s New York until its single-lot live auction on July 26th. The highly-anticipated auction is on offer with no reserve and a bid start of $1, all proceeds of the sale will be donated to benefit charities. 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: Jacob & Co.

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 02, 2022

Bell & Ross Debuts Its New BR 03-92 Radiocompass, Limited...

Bell & Ross' modern take on a classic watch design. Being a brand built off creating wristwatches with aeronautical and military functions, Bell & Ross continues to relive its historic legacy with modern reinterpretations that sport classic designs. Bell & Ross is proud to present the new limited-edition BR 03-92 Radiocompass as the newest addition to its collection of luxury watches. The BR 03-92 Radiocompass gets its name from an onboard radio receiver that defines the position and direction of an aircraft in flight. Its 42mm square case is crafted from matte black ceramic and proves its durability by holding 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 Just as any pilot would see sitting in the cockpit of a vintage aircraft, the matte black dial takes on a design that represents the navigation tools within the dash layout. Both the hour and minute hand is labeled with their intended function and colored in a vibrant green and orange finish. The BR 03-92 Radiocompass retrieves its power from Bell & Ross’ in-house BR-CAL.302 Automatic mechanical movement, which also provides a lengthy 38-hour power reserve. Each example is individually numbered on its covered backcase to signify the special edition release from Bell & Ross. Adding a sense of comfort and functionality, Bell & Ross fits the BR 03-92 with a black rubber strap and black PVD steel buckle. The all-new Bell & Ross BR 03-92 is limited to only 999-pieces and is currently available through an authorized dealer for $4,200. 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: Bell & Ross

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