Hal Davis Jewelers Magazine

HAL DAVIS TRIBUTE From the beginning, we celebrate the life and legacy of Hal Davis.

WORLD OF ROLEX

Rolex’s founding philosophy of innovation and excellence is more present than ever.

THE BIG PILOTS

IWC Schaffhausen showcases a new generation of their iconic timepiece.

“ I ’ M TH I N K I N G B E YO N D M Y TI M E TO TH E LEGACY I LE AVE B E H I N D.” G I S E L E B Ü N D C H E N , S U P E R M O D E L , E N V I R O N M E N TA L AC TI V I S T, M OT H E R

IW3915 THE REFERENCE.

IWC PORTOFINO CH RONOG R APH 39 Expressive but understated, sophisticated but casual: With a perfect blend of elegance and sportiness, the Portofi no Chronograph 39 exudes freshness and purity – a truly versatile timepiece. The IWC-manufactured 69355 calibre ensures precision timing, the ergonomic 39-milimetre case size excellent wearability.

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brate the history of Rolex from its founding by Hans Wilsdorf more than a century ago, and in “The Reference among Divers’ Watches— Submariner” we discuss the Rolex Submariner and its historic link to underwater exploration.

Learn about the new ladies’ watches from Tudor in our feature “Prime Time”. And in “Women Know Best” we look at our new designs from Temple St. Clair and Fope.

We’re proud of our legacy, since 1966 when Hal and Betty Davis founded Hal Davis Jewelers on

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the principle of offering the finest, most unique t's an absolute pleasure to welcome you to our

designer pieces and treating every customer

inaugural Hal Davis Jewelers Magazine, dedi-

like family.

cated to our founder Hal Davis. We’d also like to

We invite you to come into our store and let our

share our considerable knowledge about fine

team of jewelry and watch experts find the right

jewelry and luxury timepieces with loyal customers

gifts for you. Thank you for your patronage for over

like you. We hope you enjoy flipping through these

57 years. We look forward to seeing you soon!

pages.

Sincerely,

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FEATURES 16 HAL DAVIS TRIBUTE

From the beginnings of his namesake business in 1966, Hal Davis’ simple promise was to “offer the finest, most unique designer pieces and treat every customer like family.”

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A VOYAGE INTO THE WORLD OF ROLEX From its creation by Hans Wilsdorf more than a century ago, Rolex’s philosophy of innovation and excellence is more present than ever.

THE REFERENCE AMONG DIVERS’ WATCHES — SUBMARINER The Oyster Perpetual Submariner and Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date, archetypes of the divers’ watch, epitomize the historic link between Rolex and underwater exploration.

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THE BIG PILOTS

Tudor ladies’ watches are designed to do the job of keeping time, and look beautiful while doing so.

Here’s what’s new.

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More women are buying their own jewelry, and getting exactly what they want!

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TIME FOR STYLE Why have just one? Tips on how to build a watch wardrobe.

OUR GIFT GUIDE HAL DAVIS JEWELERS ASSOCIATES share their personal picks for the best pieces to give the jewelry and watch lovers on your list.

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TIMELINE A concise history of ladies’ wristwatches.

IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN showcases a new generation of their iconic timepiece.

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PRIME TIME With the introduction of exciting new styles, Tudor’s ladies’ watches are designed to do the job of keeping time, and look beautiful while doing so.

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nyone who thinks Tudor just makes rugged watches for sporty men like soccer legend David Beckham, one of the company’s biggest fans and a brand ambassador, think again. Tudor has quietly, and

pretty much since its beginnings, produced watches for women. Not just today’s oh-so-popular unisex or genderless watches, which usually have a rather functional and classic air to them and are made to appeal to anyone’s taste. But watches that are decidedly feminine, with gold and diamonds and the glimmer of opaline, and sized as small as 26 mm to fit comfortably and attractively on a slender wrist.

Tudor has several collections of watches that have been unapologetically designed for women, but with the same hitech promise of reliability combined with surprising affordability that have always been the hallmark of the brand’s production. Then and now, there are new designs in store in time for Mother’s Day, graduations, weddings, or any occasion that requires a very special, lasting, indeed timeless, gift to commemorate it.

Hans Wilsdorf, a German businessman and some would say visionary, famously started Tudor watches in 1926 after establishing the iconic Rolex brand. "For some years now I

Tudor Oyster Ref. 4463, circa 1940s

have been considering the idea of making a

watch that our agents could sell at a more modest price than our Rolex watches, and yet one that could attain the standards of dependability for which Rolex is famous,” he said. “I decided to form a separate company, with the object of making and marketing this new watch. It is called the Tudor Watch Company."

The singular timepiece that put Tudor on the horological map, introduced nearly 70 years ago, in 1954, was the Submariner, a rugged, hefty, hardworking timepiece so reliable that various navies throughout the world, including the United States, adopted it for their use.

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New watches released this year include theTudor Black Bay 54 (top) and the Tudor Royal (above).

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In 2017 the Clair de Rose was born, incorporating a mechanical movement with highly refined design. so. Collections such as Princess, Glamour, 1926 and Miss Tudor were released, in sizes as small as 26 mm.

Clair de Rose remains one of the most popular women’s lines. The watch comes with a date function and carries about 38 hours of power reserve. The watch offers a choice of three sizes, with corresponding calibres: calibre T601 in the 34mm models and T201 in the 26 and 30mm editions.

In the years since its introduction, the Clair de Rose has been available in a variety of colors, sizes and materials. The latest iteration streamlines the choice of material to one modern, sleek option: stainless steel. Other characteristics of the Clair de Rose remain: the steel screw-down winding crown, set with a blue spinel cabochon and the smooth steel bezel with a polished finish.

There are other choices as well that provide the possibility to personalize the Clair de Rose for each woman wearing it. The shimmering opaline dial, delicately decorated with designs in relief, can sport blue lacquered Roman numerals, or eight of the numbers can be replaced with diamonds. The Clair de Rose references 35800, 35500 and 35200 come in six different designs presented in a case with a polished finish that is available in three sizes: 26, 30 and 34mm in diameter.

For women who want a watch that will stand up to year-round, 24/7 wearing, each watch is waterproof to a depth of 100 metres. Lastly, there is a choice of straps: steel with the small “rice grain” links that have traditionally graced the collection, classic black leather or a unique jacquard fabric made by a 150year-old family firm in the Saint-Étienne region of France using traditional weaving techniques.

NEW WATCHES FOR 2023

Women who enjoy active sports can still turn to Tudor’s signature creations, like the Black Bay, Tudor’s first diver’s watch, introduced in 2012.

The new Black Bay 54 pays homage to the original, but with new features. The 37mm steel case is sized for women or men, the calibre is produced in house, the depth rating is 200 meters, and there is a choice of bracelet, either steel link or black rubber.

Above, top and bottom: Tudor Clair de Rose .

The slim 11.24mm-thick case profile makes it quite comfortable to wear with the T-Fit clasp, available on both the bracelet and rubber strap versions.

And with an eye on the growing interest of women in fine watchmaking, Tudor released new versions of the Tudor Royal in sophisticated new color palettes. The dials now come in radial-brushed salmon or chocolate brown, with applied Roman numeral hour markers or with eight diamond hour markers combined with four Roman numerals. The new choices join the existing options of dial colors, bracelets, case sizes ranging from 28mm to 41mm, and bezels—including one set with 60 diamonds—and offer New Tudor Black Bay 54 .

the possibility of creating your own customized watch, the epitome of luxury.

The new Tudor Royals bring a mix of glamour and classic style to the sports watch design. They join Tudor’s full range of offerings

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New Tudor Royal (above and right).

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IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN showcases a new generation of their iconic timepiece.

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The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual

the northern Swiss town of Schaffhausen by the

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shores of the Rhine River for more than 150 years.

IWC excels with its perpetual calendars, and the latest

Known for the beauty and precision of its watches, IWC

version achieves a new level of technical engineering.

is also highly regarded for its pilot’s watches. These

It is so advanced it will not need any manual correction

watches, also known as “tool” watches, were developed

until the year 2100. The four-digit year display—instead

with serious functionality to serve a very real need.

of the standard two-digit—can show the year until

IWC’s expertise in providing a tool to help aviators fly

2499. This is one of the easiest perpetual calendars to

safely and accurately goes back to World War II, when

adjust—rather than play with multiple buttons, all the

the company made military watches for the British Royal

displays are mechanically synchronized together, mak-

Air Force.

ing the adjustment with a single crown extremely easy.

The original pilot’s watch, the 5002, was specifically

The watch had previously been available in platinum,

tailored to meet the functional requirements and specific

but this year, for the first time, it comes in more ap-

needs of professional pilots. It sported a chronograph dial

proachable stainless steel, ready to fly off the shelves

styled after the look of a cockpit’s instrument panel, with

and right onto the wrist.

a generously sized, easy to view, and massively-sized 46.2 millimeter case.

THE IWC BIG PILOT’S WATCH 43 TOP GUN

Over the years IWC has remodeled its iconic pilot

The Pilot's Watch 43 TOP GUN features a case made

watch in response to new technologies and tastes, and

of black ceramic, a black dial, and a titanium case back

recently three new takes on the classic beauty were de-

and crown with water resistance to 10.0 bar and a 60-

signed to appeal to today’s watch lovers. The pilot

hour power reserve.

watches feature sapphire glass case backs to allow the

The watch was dubbed the Top Gun for its associa-

wearer to see the watch’s intricate movement. And last,

tion with the Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor (Topgun)

they’re now available with dazzling blue and green dials

program in the U.S. Navy. It is housed in a 43.8mm

and eye-popping white cases, ready to take flight. Here

case. It excels both in function and fashion, featuring

are the latest models:

the IWC-manufactured 82100 calibre movement. Another plus: the IWC Pellaton winding system. Devel-

The IWC BIG Pilot’s Watch 43

oped by Albert Pellaton, it is a highly efficient

The latest take on the beloved Big Pilot, the Green Edi-

automatic winding system that uses the smallest

tion is sized at 43mm and offers the EasX-Change strap

movements in either direction of the rotor—a semi-cir-

system. The water resistance is 10 bars, or 100 meters,

cular disc that rotates with each movement of the

which makes it suitable for swimming and snorkeling.

arm—to wind the mainspring.

It also sports an in-house 82100 calibre, visible through

There’s also an EasX-Change strap system that allows

the sapphire glass back, with a 60-hour power reserve.

the wearer to change straps with a click. The Sapphire glass,

The movement is focused on providing reliability and

convex, antireflective coating is on both sides.

precision. The dial comes in a singular shade of green, a powerful, rich contrast to the distinctive steel case.

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It’s a watch offering a clean, clear, and classic design for sport or every day.

women know best More women are buying their own jewelry, and getting exactly what they want!

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t used to be that if a woman wanted a piece of

And they aren’t buying trinkets.

jewelry she had to wait until someone gifted her

One jeweler we interviewed in

with it. It could be for her birthday, or Valentine’s

Pittsburgh reported a female

Day, for her graduation or her anniversary.

These days women aren’t waiting anymore. “If I

amond jewelry that cost in the

see it and I want it, I buy it,” says a lawyer in Rio

six figures, while another jeweler

de Janeiro, typical of the

in Atlanta said her female cus-

thinking today. And the oc-

tomers who are buying for

casion for treating herself

themselves usually spend a cou-

may be a promotion or a di-

ple of thousand dollars. As with

vorce or simply because, as

all jewelry purchases, the amount spent is tied to in-

one editor in Tokyo says, “I

come, so as more women rise the

work hard and I deserve it.”

corporate ladder and earn higher

According to a study con-

salaries, the price spent on fine

ducted by the market-re-

jewelry increases as well.

Fope Flex'it 18K White & Rose Gold Diamond Ring.

Fope 18K Rose Gold & Diamond Prima Ring.

search firm Mintel of jewelry

Many women see the purchase

purchases in the U.S., more

of fine jewelry as an investment, as

than half of the women surveyed who purchased jew-

much a part of their financial port-

elry did so to treat themselves.

folio as buying stocks, bonds or

One reason behind the shift is that more women

real estate. And many woman find

are working, making their own money and feeling

justification for an expensive jewelry

they can spend

purchase in the realization that

it

how

they

fit.

In

see fact,

ac-

cording

to

they can always pass along a valuTemple St. Clair 18K Small Owl Amulet.

able piece as part of their inheritance. Says one New York City mother, “I have two daughters and

Forbes.com,

I’ve picked out the pieces they

women now

will inherit. Some belonged to

control over

my mother.”

But perhaps a Parisian fashion

$20 trillion in

designer that we spoke to best ex-

annual

consumer

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executive buying a piece of di-

Fope Flex'it 18K White Gold Luna Bracelet

pressed the most compelling rea-

spending

son for a woman to buy jewelry

globally. They are transforming the marketplace, and

for herself: “You get exactly the

that includes jewelry.

jewelry that you want.”

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Temple St. Clair 18K Classic Moonstone Ring.

Time for STYLE Why have just one? Tips on how to build a watch wardrobe.

From the top: Tudor Royal, Omega 38 Speedmaster, IWC Portofino Automatic 34, Longines DolceVita.

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Associates of Hal Davis Jewelers share their picks for the best pieces to give to the jewelry and watch lovers on your list.

“First introduced in 2021, IWC’s Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 can be worn on almost any wrist. Chronograph functions include hours, minutes and seconds, date and day display, and small hacking seconds. With an in-house Calibre 69385, a power reserve of 46 hours, and water resistence to 100m, it represents watchmaking at its finest.”

-Trever

“I love the vintage vibes of this Norman Silverman Eternity “The Longines DolceVita as the name

Band. It reminds me of a piece that

implies represents the sweetness in life. This is

could have been passed down for gen-

a beautiful watch. Very attractive and of the

erations. Made of platinum, this ring

highest Swiss quality. In stainless steel with a

can delicately wrap around your finger

diamond bezel and guilloché dial, It’s elegant

and make you feel even more

and "old world," but stylish enough

beautiful.” -Kathy

to wear everyday.” -Todd

“To me, a diamond tennis bracelet is a staple for any jewelry wardrobe. We

“Messika Move Link Diamond Ring embodies an aesthetic of

always carry a variety of sizes and styles in stock so you’ll be able to find the

simplicity and celebration –jewelry designed to elevate your everyday. I love

perfect one. I like this Facet Barcelona 14K Yellow Gold Diamond

this idea, beautiful rings on their own, to wear and shine with radiant sim-

Stretch Bracelet. Meaningful jewelry, beautifully designed.” -Jennifer

plicity, or stacked with its pavé-set version for a trendy and graphic look that won't go unnoticed.” -David

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Classic Diamond Studs from the Hal Davis Collection.

”I chose the new 41mm Tudor Black

“This fresh and innovative take on the classic diamond stud is sure to be

Bay with the burgundy bezel and black dial.

It features a Calibre MT5602-U in-house

as comfortable as it is stylish.” -Jodi

movement with a 70 hour power reserve, and a vintage, throwback look. The size appeals to more watch enthusiasts than its larger counterparts. This timepiece offers maximum value on your investment.”

-Tracy

Uneek Signature Collection 3-Row Huggie Earrings

“I love this classic look Omega Aqua Terra Shades Watch with its integrated metal bracelet and automatic movement. The lavender dial, fashioned from brass, is lacquered and sunbrushed from the center, and you can choose from 12 dial shades.

The date window at 6 o'clock, hands, indexes and OMEGA logo are in diamond-polished 18K white gold. It’s the ultimate in sports-chic!”

“The Uneek Huggies are my go-to earring. One that will go to work, one that will go on an evening out in that LBD but also with a crisp white blouse and jeans for a night out with the girls. Available in different sizes and carat weights – this gift will be a favorite under the Christmas tree.”

-Stacie

-Ashley

“I love FOPE's Flex’it Bracelet for all the obvious reasons! Its stretchy, roll-on construction makes it incredibly easy to wear; it's important enough to wear alone or can be stacked with all your other arm candy. My pick from the Eka collection is especially fabulous because of the distinguished high-polished links.” -Kara

“This Facet Barcelona Fashion Ring is cool and modern. It’s the perfect accessory to make a bold first impression.

Made of 14K yellow gold and 14K white gold, this ring is able to bear up against whatever comes your way. The diamonds are expertly cut into exquisite round shapes. Each diamond is securely placed in pavé, giving each stone a fiery glow.”

-Damian

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TIMELINE... a concise history of ladies’ wristwatches 1813

1571

One of the oldest known bracelet-watches.

Movement signed Capt & Freundler à Genève, 1813 can be viewed at the Musée d’Horlogerie du Locle, Switzerland.

Queen Elizabeth I is known to have received a gift of a small timepiece in 1571. Robert Dudley gave her the watch encased in a bracelet, the first known wristwatch in England.

1868

Women were at least five decades if not more than a century ahead of the first men’s wristwatch, a watch made for a pilot in the early 1900s. Ladies’ wristwatches became a popular jewelry accessory, often encrusted with precious jewels and diamonds. At left, a wristwatch made for the Countess Koscowicz of Hungary.

1927 Rolex patents its first “Oyster watch” with a waterproof case and screw-in crown.

Mercedes Gleitse swims the English Channel wearing one. She emerges after 15 hours with the watch working perfectly.

2014 Women's watches with mechanical craftsmanship and quality made a comeback during the 1990s and into the 2000s. Watch wearers recognized the benefits and pleasure of interacting with a mechanical device as part of their daily routine.

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1890s

The first wristwatches with leather bands appeared in the late 19th century.

English noblewomen found them most practical when hunting on horseback.

1950s

Women's watches were rarely seen in the conservative 1950s and when ladies did wear these items they usually wore the type that has a leather strap like a belt to fasten them to the wrist.

Women adopted the wristwatch for its modern avant garde image and were encouraged to own several and adapt them to their outfits and activities.

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1970’s During the quartz dominated 70s the ladies wristwatch was reduced to its most simple expression and opened up endless possibilities for style and elegance.

Goldie Hawn

Today A luxury timepiece interests a buyer, not because |it’s made from gold or it’s studded with diamonds (though these have an effect on the value too) but because of its history, craftsmanship and exclusivity.

Two-tone gold watches are all the rage for the new age femme fatale. The touch of yellow gold adds just the right dose of feminine beauty to the pieces.

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