Konnichiwa, horologically enthused perusers!? Its This Week in Watches for June 23, 2019!So, Ive roughly counted it and Ive done something like 30 flights over the last 60 days.? Im kind of happy to be back at home while I write this despite returning to heat that just doesnt belong in a country that finds air conditioning unhealthy.? What the hell is up with that backwoods medical witchery?? Freeze me out and turn me blue!? This week was eventful as I had the opportunity to take in the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Ultra Deep press release.? It was fantastic and my transit was easy thanks to the good folks at Omega and the gem that is London City airport.? Ill come back in a future article on the Ultra Deep that will give you a deeper look at the watch, but were here today to talk about other things on This Week in Watches.
Vacheron Produces a Prototype for EverestHeights and depths seem to be a thing this week and Vacheron went with the former when it showed off a prototype dual time Overseas made for photographer and explorer Cory Richards.? Richards attempted a summiting of Everest earlier this year, but the weather unfortunately just wouldnt have it.? He made it to just shy of 25,000 feet (thats about 4,000 shy of the summit) and all without supplemental oxygen when things turned nasty.? Vacheron Constantin outfitted Cory with a 41mm dual time Overseas prototype to help him keep track of the time in both Nepal and the USA.? The case is made of titanium, but is reinforced with tantalum a material weve seen before and happen to like.? A rather amazing 22k rotor is fitted and features an inscription of Everest.
An in-house automatic (cal 5110 DT) powers the watch and the dual time zone is set with the crown and that pusher at 4:00 synchronizes the date with local time.? Lets hope that this watch shows up in a production version as its definitely a bit more sporty than the current Overseas collection.? I didnt see anything regarding this watch on the Vacheron site, but feel free to keep checking for more info.
Label Noir and a Dayton TourbillonIf you thought finding a stainless Daytona was difficult, one anonymous (and well-heeled) customer decided having one simply wasnt unique enough for him.? So, he went all the way and decided to ask the high end watch customizer, Label Noir, to create something truly special.? The request was for a tourbillon Daytona and one that brings in the looks of the famous Paul Newman.? Based on the last generation (steel bezel) 116520, the watch now has a tourbillon in place of where the small seconds once occupied real estate.? 61 pieces were removed from the 4130 caliber and 93 new components were added for the tourbillon.? Additionally, the frequency was changed to 21,600 bph in order to drive the tourbillon.? You can also see that some extensive case work was done to remove those dreaded crown guards.? The price?? Dont ask as this was a 1 of 1, but it will be on display in Geneva, Paris, St. Tropez, and Monaco (French Canada is feeling left out).? I think it does show off Label Noirs talents quite well, though.? For more on the brand, head to Label Noirs official website.
Herms Arceau Petite LuneI rarely wear a tie, but I do have a penchant for Herms ties.? The equestrian-themed and patterned pieces do it for me and I find that the brand really knows its way around the color wheel.? On the flip side, I could do without those H belts that seem to be the calling card of the Schickeria that invade the Aperol Spritz and Hugo-infused lounges of both the Fatherland and Mallorca.? Sigh? But, did you know that Herms works its magic on the bench in the form of mechanical watches?? Of course you did.? Today, we have the new Arceau Petite Lune in 38mm and stainless steel.? While the case shape has been in existence since 1978, this edition adds a moon phase complication at 10:30.? One variant comes with 70 diamonds on the bezel and one goes without.? Herms doesnt exactly call out whether these are intended for men or women, but with a host of alligator strap hues to choose from, I suppose these pieces could work for either sex.? We have a white dial with black Arabic numerals, and open-worked rhodium hands.? Inside, the in-house H1837 automatic goes to work.? These watches look amazing and that dial damn. (pics by the way are courtesy of Hrmes) Unfortunately, pricing wasnt included, but if youre a fan, you can likely get a ballpark idea by looking at the rest of the Arceau lineup.? Head to Herms for more information consider rolling past the H belt, bitte.? ??
RIP Steel PloprofWe received word from the folks at Omega that the steel Seamaster Ploprof 1200M has gone the way of the dodo and thought it was worth a share on This Week in Watches.? While its rarely discussed today, the current Ploprof has been around since 2009 and is available in a number of variants.? Titanium, though, seems to be the most popular due to the watchs imposing size, but steel is considered most in keeping with the original Ploprof 600 from the 1970s.? That crafty RJ snuck in and recently acquired a new steel 1200M and Im sure well get to see it more soon.? While the modern Ploprof uses a screw-back in lieu of the originals monobloc and adds a helium valve, its one serious piece of kit and the reissue was an important part of Omegas renaissance.? And, for those who have never tried on a Ploprof, you should.? They somehow fit the wrist far better than youd imagine.? The steel Ploprof 1200 was a true tool watch made for professionals and enthusiasts well pour one out in its memory.? Omega still shows the steelie on its website, so Im sure theyll still be in stores until theyre all sold.Team, thats all for This Week in Watches.? Well be back next week with moreenjoy the weekend.
Vacheron Produces a Prototype for EverestHeights and depths seem to be a thing this week and Vacheron went with the former when it showed off a prototype dual time Overseas made for photographer and explorer Cory Richards.? Richards attempted a summiting of Everest earlier this year, but the weather unfortunately just wouldnt have it.? He made it to just shy of 25,000 feet (thats about 4,000 shy of the summit) and all without supplemental oxygen when things turned nasty.? Vacheron Constantin outfitted Cory with a 41mm dual time Overseas prototype to help him keep track of the time in both Nepal and the USA.? The case is made of titanium, but is reinforced with tantalum a material weve seen before and happen to like.? A rather amazing 22k rotor is fitted and features an inscription of Everest.An in-house automatic (cal 5110 DT) powers the watch and the dual time zone is set with the crown and that pusher at 4:00 synchronizes the date with local time.? Lets hope that this watch shows up in a production version as its definitely a bit more sporty than the current Overseas collection.? I didnt see anything regarding this watch on the Vacheron site, but feel free to keep checking for more info.Label Noir and a Dayton TourbillonIf you thought finding a stainless Daytona was difficult, one anonymous (and well-heeled) customer decided having one simply wasnt unique enough for him.? So, he went all the way and decided to ask the high end watch customizer, Label Noir, to create something truly special.? The request was for a tourbillon Daytona and one that brings in the looks of the famous Paul Newman.? Based on the last generation (steel bezel) 116520, the watch now has a tourbillon in place of where the small seconds once occupied real estate.? 61 pieces were removed from the 4130 caliber and 93 new components were added for the tourbillon.? Additionally, the frequency was changed to 21,600 bph in order to drive the tourbillon.? You can also see that some extensive case work was done to remove those dreaded crown guards.? The price?? Dont ask as this was a 1 of 1, but it will be on display in Geneva, Paris, St. Tropez, and Monaco (French Canada is feeling left out).? I think it does show off Label Noirs talents quite well, though.? For more on the brand, head to Label Noirs official website.Herms Arceau Petite LuneI rarely wear a tie, but I do have a penchant for Herms ties.? The equestrian-themed and patterned pieces do it for me and I find that the brand really knows its way around the color wheel.? On the flip side, I could do without those H belts that seem to be the calling card of the Schickeria that invade the Aperol Spritz and Hugo-infused lounges of both the Fatherland and Mallorca.? Sigh? But, did you know that Herms works its magic on the bench in the form of mechanical watches?? Of course you did.? Today, we have the new Arceau Petite Lune in 38mm and stainless steel.? While the case shape has been in existence since 1978, this edition adds a moon phase complication at 10:30.? One variant comes with 70 diamonds on the bezel and one goes without.? Herms doesnt exactly call out whether these are intended for men or women, but with a host of alligator strap hues to choose from, I suppose these pieces could work for either sex.? We have a white dial with black Arabic numerals, and open-worked rhodium hands.? Inside, the in-house H1837 automatic goes to work.? These watches look amazing and that dial damn. (pics by the way are courtesy of Hrmes) Unfortunately, pricing wasnt included, but if youre a fan, you can likely get a ballpark idea by looking at the rest of the Arceau lineup.? Head to Herms for more information consider rolling past the H belt, bitte.? ??RIP Steel PloprofWe received word from the folks at Omega that the steel Seamaster Ploprof 1200M has gone the way of the dodo and thought it was worth a share on This Week in Watches.? While its rarely discussed today, the current Ploprof has been around since 2009 and is available in a number of variants.? Titanium, though, seems to be the most popular due to the watchs imposing size, but steel is considered most in keeping with the original Ploprof 600 from the 1970s.? That crafty RJ snuck in and recently acquired a new steel 1200M and Im sure well get to see it more soon.? While the modern Ploprof uses a screw-back in lieu of the originals monobloc and adds a helium valve, its one serious piece of kit and the reissue was an important part of Omegas renaissance.? And, for those who have never tried on a Ploprof, you should.? They somehow fit the wrist far better than youd imagine.? The steel Ploprof 1200 was a true tool watch made for professionals and enthusiasts well pour one out in its memory.? Omega still shows the steelie on its website, so Im sure theyll still be in stores until theyre all sold.Team, thats all for This Week in Watches.? Well be back next week with moreenjoy the weekend.