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Second time around
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Watch connoisseurs will be thrilled to learn of the subtle development to Richard Mille’s sought-after RM 011 model, which launched seven years ago. The updated model, the RM 11-02 Automatic Flyback Chronograph Dual Time Zone (£116,500), includes a UTC feature for the indication of a second time zone with a Super-Luminovafilled hand, along with the traditional functions of the original, such as the Flyback Chronograph, annual calendar with oversized date, 60-minute countdown timer and 24 hour totaliser. The PVD-treated titanium movement is fitted with two winding barrels and an automatic winding rotor with variable geometry supplying circa 50 hours of power reserve. Watch geeks will no doubt recognise that all other RM design elements are present and correct. (richardmille.com)
The Oris 110 might have flown under the radar had it not been for the calibre housed inside. Instead, with that movement having been developed in-house, the first from the brand in 35 years, the watch demanded attention the moment it was unveiled. Launched earlier this year to mark Oris’ 110th anniversary, the 110 comes with an astonishing – and industry-leading – ten day power reserve. ’Tis a pretty little thing too. Regrettably, only 110 will be made in stainless steel (£3,750) and 110 in rose gold (£9,950). So, if you want one, get moving. (oris.ch)
Diamond diva It was designed, we’re told, for divas looking to unite their love of diamonds with an appreciation of high-end horology. No surprise then, that Roger Dubuis’ new Velvet collection sparkles like the best of them. Fitted with a 172-component calibre – designed, developed and perfected in-house, to the industry’s highest possible standards – it also has the mechanical credentials to boot. In case that wasn’t enough, ladies are invited to select the watch’s accompanying precious stones from a range that includes rubies, emeralds and sapphires. Choices, choices, choices. The Velvet Collection by Roger Dubuis. From a selection, The Watch Gallery at Selfridges
ONE TO WATCH Each month, we select our timepiece of the moment from the watch world’s most exciting creations:
‘With summer upon us the Patek Philippe 5164A travel time is the gentleman’s choice for summer travel. With a classic 40mm case housing a twin time zone movement which allows you to read a home and local time, this really is a fabulous looking timepiece perfect for the casual elegant summer.’ – Hugh Pottle, Manager at David M. Robinson, Altrincham 5164A Aquanaut, £POA, Patek Philippe (davidmrobinson.co.uk)
Success in sight A device designed for allowing blind people to tell the time is now up for the Design of the Year award at London’s Design Museum. Different from what you’d usually expect to find on this page but no less beguiling, the Bradley Timepiece went through 25 iterations before it arrived at its charismatic, present-day form. Ball bearings denote the time as they are moved around a solid titanium face using magnets. More than 1,000 people pre-ordered the device before it went on sale last month. Such has been the response to the watch’s design, Bradley’s makers believe that only 1-2 per cent of its customers are visually impaired. Bradley Timepiece, £115, Eone Time (eone-time.com) 61