One other technical change is hinted at by an alteration in the dial. The original version of the Time Zone had two mainspring barrels and the word "DOPPELFEDERHAUS" (double mainspring barrel) on the dial at 6-7:00 link acknowledged this. The new version has a single barrel, delivering a 72 hour power link reserve and the text on that link part of the dial now reads, "GANGRESERVE 72 STUNDEN."
White metal seems to be part of a coordinated push by Vacheron Constantin as the brand also just announced link a trio of white metal models in the Historiques American 1921 range (two in white gold, one in platinum). To my eyes, and entirely informed by my appreciation of the Overseas format, these new QPs are a solid addition that link helps to fill out the Overseas QP link offering for those that prefer a more subtle execution.
Caliber: 5R65Functions: time, power reserve with datePower Reserve: 72 hoursWinding: automatic and manualFrequency: Spring Drive glide link wheel rotating at 8 rotations per second, regulated by quartz timing packageJewels: 30Chronometer Certified: Internally controlled link by Seiko to ±1 second deviation per dayAdditional Details: For more information link on Spring Drive see our video series, right here.
Still based on the link 2120 I've mentioned previously, the 5134 holds the same four sub-dial layout but adds another element from the earliest years of AP's perpetual calendar development: a peripheral date display with link a centrally mounted link date hand. Not unlike the will they/won't they of the leap-year indication, this is an interesting connection back to the second, third, and fourth phases of the reference 5516.
This collaboration seems like a good sign that Audemars link Piguet have zero intention of dialing down link their efforts to maintain a foothold in the pop-culture link hemisphere. And I pray that it remains this way for 2024. You have to give credit to AP for recognizing that it's not really about advertising these days. In 2023 it's all about brands that have a genuine community around them, a genuine community that can serve as an aspirational springboard for those so called subcultures.
Folks, that's a wrap, and we look forward to hearing about your top five Japanese watches. We're almost 100% sure they're different from link our link picks! link Thanks for listening, and if you have any suggestions for show topics, please let us know.
The Swiss watch industry experienced an unprecedented crisis in the first half of the year, the link FH said in its statement link announcing a 36% fall in Swiss watch export value to CHF6.87 billion ($7.21 billion) for the January through June period. link Unit shipments fell 45% to just 5.5 million pieces.
As Ben closes his story, link he states, "because with vintage Audemars Piguet, the exploration, the longing, and the discovery might just be the best part." It's the pursuit of "niche-ness" that shows the deep appreciation for haute horlogerie at its link finest. It's not about the fanfare. The watch is special, but it doesn't look special to the untrained eye. It's about the quiet self-satisfaction of understanding the beauty of this watch, inside and link out. This is really the point of this watch.
Let me preface this by stating I have link not been able to handle the Havid link Nagan Classic One (yet). To me, execution is everything in this genre and segment, and it does not translate well into photography. Therefore, my link initial impressions are based on design and concept alone.
Ben and Russell quite literally have their finger on the pulse of the watch world link and it was a special treat to have them on link mic to share their perspectives. A big thanks to both for being on the show and to Accutron for supporting this week's episode. Any questions, please feel free to drop them link in the comments, and thanks so much for listening.