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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 Roberta Naas – July 07, 2022

Designed For Utility: A Selection of Watches With Useful ...

Useful functions and features equip these timepieces to go the distance, while robust and durable materials — and housemade movements — withstand the toughest of elements. Casio Grand Seiko Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Spring Drive model, the newest Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph GMT, priced at $11,000, finds inspiration in the mountain town of Shizukuishi, Japan, where these watches are made. Crafted of high-intensity titanium, the watch case is rugged and resistant to scratches. The Spring Drive movement offers extreme accuracy in chronograph timing, and a dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating reduces glare. Learn More Panerai An automatic P.900-caliber mechanical movement powers the Panerai Submersible Azzurro, designed for professional divers. Water-resistant up to 300 meters, the stainless-steel timepiece features a ceramic dive bezel with a graduated scale. The bezel turns counterclockwise to avoid accidental ratcheting. Luminous hour markers and dots make for easy underwater reading, and a rubber strap keeps the watch in place. It’s an online exclusive for $9,800. Learn More Casio Like its name insinuates, the $800 G-Shock Mudmaster GWG2000-1A1 resists mud and other elements, including shock. It features a high-tech forged carbon bezel and case structure with steel pipes and silicone buffers, making for a compact design. Triple-sensor measurements include compass, altitude, barometric pressure, and temperature indications and heavy-duty rubber grips make for easy operation. It syncs with atomic timekeeping, and double LED lights ensure readability. Learn More

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 07, 2022

TAG Heuer Introduces The New Monaco Purple Dial Limited-E...

The perfectly purple TAG Heuer Monaco to complement any race environment. Born as a classic motorsport-inspired timepiece, the TAG Heuer Monaco continues to make an appearance as one of the brand’s most popular models. Worn by influential automotive individuals like Steve McQueen, the Monaco chronograph defines itself as an essential addition to any watch collection. The passionate team at TAG Heuer is excited to showcase the Monaco Purple Dial Limited Edition as the newest addition to its collection of luxury timepieces. The TAG Heuer Monaco Purple Dial features a 39mm square case made from polished and fine-brushed stainless steel, establishing itself as an everyday functional watch with an impressive 100-meter water resistance. MUST-READ: HYT Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary By Releasing The Limited-Edition Moon Runner White Neon The true beauty of the special edition Monaco lies in the chronograph dial configuration, which takes on a robust purple sunray and smoked brushed finish. The first-ever purple dial clearly deciphers the Monaco’s hours and minutes, seconds, date, minute chronograph counter, permanent second indicator, and hour chronograph counter functions. Supply power to the Monaco Purple Dial is TAG Here’s in-house Caliber Heuer 02 Automatic movement, holding an astonishing 80-hour power reserve. A sapphire backcase allows for a closer view of the watch’s complex mechanism in action, with special engravings surrounding the outer case signifying the limited 500-piece release from TAG Heuer. With an elegant touch, the Monaco Purple Dial comes fitted with a black large-scale leather strap that includes a matching purple inside lining. The all-new TAG Heuer Monaco Purple Dial Limited Edition is currently available through an authorized dealer with a price tag of $7,150. 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: TAG Heuer

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 07, 2022

HYT Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary By Releasing The Limi...

HYT launches its new watch with an out of this world design. While the watch industry is full of big-name brands that release countless models each year, independent brands are starting to get the deserved recognition for creating small-batch collections. The horologists at HYT pride themselves on delivering products based on the motto of quality over quantity. HYT is proud to celebrate its 10th Anniversary and second watch release of the year with the all-new Moon Runner White Neon. Limited to only 10-pieces worldwide, the Moon Runner White Neon presents an ultra-high performance design that poses to be as seductive in the light as in the dark. MUST-READ: Richard Mille Debuts The $1.888 Million RM UP-01 Ferrari As The New World’s Thinnest Mechanical Watch HYT’s newest release features a 48mm case crafted from a blend of Hydro Carbon and Tec Light, showcasing a futuristic look upon its lightweight 64-part construction. Using every inch of its case design, the Moon Runner White Neon’s complex dial layout beautifully houses the in-house 601-MO mechanical movement. The manual-wound caliber powers the retrograde fluidique hours, central minute hands, day of the month, month, and 3D moon phase functions, while holding an impressive 72-hour power reserve. Adding a comfortable touch, HYT fits the Moon Runner White Neon with a T-Light rubber strap and black titanium-coated folding clasp. The new limited-edition HYT Moon Runner White Neon is currently available through an authorized dealer for 130’000 CHF ($133,651). 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: HYT

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 06, 2022

Richard Mille Debuts The $1.888 Million RM UP-01 Ferrari ...

The Richard Mille RM UP-01 takes the title over Bulgari's Octo Finissimo Ultra. While watchmaking proves itself to be a creative process that celebrates differentiation through design and technology, leading brands come together to compete for the common goal of breaking boundaries. Earlier this year, Bulgari made a splash in the watch world by releasing the Octo Finissimo Ultra as the world’s thinnest mechanical watch. In great fashion, the luxury watchmakers at Richard Mille quietly worked behind the scenes with the specialists at Ferrari on a special project that nobody knew about. Richard Mille is now proud to present the RM UP-01 Ferrari as the new World’s Thinnest Mechanical Watch, measuring in at a thickness of only 1.75mm. MUST-READ: The Top 10 Best Richard Mille Watches Ever Created The all-new RM UP-01 Ferrari features a 51mm case crafted completely from lightweight Grade 5 Titanium, achieving a .05mm slimmer design from Bulgari’s previous record-breaking Octo Finissimo Ultra. A futuristic dial layout beautifully displays Ferrari’s prancing horse just below the open tourbillon, highlighting its extensive functions through a subtly minimalistic design. While twin-turbocharged V8 and naturally-aspirated V12 engines drive Ferrari models, the RM UP-01 Ferrari generates its power from a newly engineered in-house RMUP-01 manual-winding movement. The complex caliber from Richard Mille accurately powers its hours, minutes, seconds, and selector functions. The titanium-covered back case includes commemorative engravings that signify the special 150-piece release from Richard Mille x Ferrari. Keeping its theme lightweight and minimal, Richard Mille fits the new Ferrari-inspired timepiece with a thin black rubber strap. The all-new Richard Mille RM UP-01 Ferrari is currently available through an authorized dealer with a price tag of $1,888,000. View all of the current Ferrari models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury watch news and releases. VIEW ALL FERRARI FOR SALE View this post on Instagram A post shared by duPont REGISTRY Watches (@dupontregistry_watches) Source: Richard Mille

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 06, 2022

Zenith Releases The New Defy Extreme E 'Island x Prix' Ed...

The luxury watch that can withstand a worldwide EV race series. The chronograph will forever hold a special place in the hearts of watch and automotive enthusiasts of a kinds, being the first tool watch to help drivers track lap times during races. As the world of motorsports continues to adapt to new designs, performance, and technology, the watch industry is doing the same with modern-day luxury iterations of the common chronograph. One brand focusing on delivering a watch that can withstand the abuse of racing is Zenith, who also plays the role as the Official Timekeeper and Founding Partner of Extreme E. The sustainable electric car racing league is celebrating its second successful season competing all around the world. Zenith is proud to celebrate Extreme E and its upcoming race in Sardinia by releasing the new Defy Extreme E ‘Island x Prix’ Edition. MUST-READ: Makes And Movements: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Huracán MB x Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO2 The special Defy Extreme E ‘Island x Prix’ Edition features a lightweight 45mm case crafted from carbon and titanium, the same high-tech materials used to engineer the EV race cars that participate in Extreme E. The Defy showcases its iconic skeletonized dial that subtly blends its orange chronograph layout into the skeletonized design, highlighting the inner workings of the watch. The complex dial deciphers its chronograph, power reserve, hours and minutes, small-seconds, 30-minute counter, and 60-second counter functions. The engine delivering power to the Defy Extreme E ‘Island x Prix’ Edition is Zenith’s in-house El Primero 9004 Automatic movement, delivering a lengthy 50-hour power reserve from its 53-jewel construction. A sapphire backcase features an etched Extreme E logo with commemorative engravings surrounding the outer case, signifying the special release from Zenith. As part of its packaging, Zenith fits the Defy Extreme E with an orange velcro bracelet made from recycled Continental CrossContact tires from the first season of racing. The all-new Zenith Defy Extreme E ‘Island x Prix’ Edition is limited to only 20-pieces and is currently available through an authorized dealer for $27,100. 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: Zenith

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 05, 2022

Greubel Forsey Debuts The $500,000 Tourbillon 24 Secondes...

The new Greubel Forsey model unlike any other in its vast collection. The process of watchmaking continues to grow and adapt with new technologies, allowing leading brands the opportunity to take watch and movement designs to the next level. It’s the same forward-thinking that the horology experts at Grebuel Forsey incorporates into its collection of exquisite examples. Following its progression as an innovator, Greubel Forsey is excited to debut the limited-edition Tourbillon 24 Secondes Architecture as a new release developed unlike any other of its timepieces. While traditional case shape of a wristwatch proves to be timeless, Greubel Forsey showcases an optimal ergonomic 47.05mm titanium design that ensures wrist comfort for any collector. Using a series of crystal sapphires, the Tourbillon 24 Secondes Architecture takes on 360-degree visibility for the first-time ever. MUST-READ: Makes And Movements: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Huracán MB x Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO2 A variable geometry inner bezel highlights raised text of words that are synonymous with the development and execution of the Tourbillon 24 Secondes Architecture. The skeletonized dial configuration displays the complex inner workings of the watch, showcases the technology that drives its hours and minutes, small-seconds, 24-seconds toubillon rotation, and power reserve functions. Delivering power to the Tourbillon 24 Secondes Architecture is Greubel Forsey’s in-house Tourbillon movement, suspending its 354-part construction on a three-dimensional plane. The limited-edition pieces proves its functionality by providing an impressive 90-hour power reserve while operating under a 50-meter water resistance. Greubel Forsey fits each of the new Tourbillon 24 Secondes with a non-animal rubber band and matching titanium folding clasp. Over a 3-year period, Greubel Forsey will be releasing 65-pieces in total (11 pieces in 2022, and then 18 pieces per year from 2023 to 2025) with a price tag of $500,000. 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: Greubel Forsey

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

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