Sunday, January 22, 2012

SOLD - LARGE VINTAGE AUTHENTIC CARAVELLE AUTOMATIC JUMP HOUR









BRAND/JENAMA: AUTHENTIC CARAVELLE JUMP HOUR GENTS WRISTWATCH
MADE IN/BUATAN: SWISS BY BULOVA WATCH CO.
CIRCA/TAHUN: 1964 - BASED ON N4 SERIAL
MODEL: JUMP HOUR WATCH
CRYSTAL/CERMIN: CLEAN MINERAL CRYSTAL / BERSIH TANPA CALAR
MOVEMENT/ENJIN: PUW (PUW stands for Pforzheimer Uhrenwerke (Pforzheim Movements - Pforzheim is one of the cities in Germany) 17 JEWELS AUTOMATIC MOVEMENT
DIAL COLOR: CREAM
FUNCTION/FUNGSI:
HANDS/JARUM: NONE - DIGITAL WHITE WITH BLUE BACKGROUND COLOR
MARKERS/TANDA WAKTU: NONE
CASING : GOLD PLATED STAINLESS STEEL / SADUR EMAS KELULI
LUGS: 20mm
MEASUREMENT/UKURAN: 37mm DIAMETER W/O CROWN and 39mm LUG TO LUG
DITANDA/ENGARVED BACK CASING: CARAVELLEE, STAINLESS STEEL BACK, AUTOMATIC, WATER PROTECTED - N4
CROWN: GOLD PLATED/ SADUR EMAS
STRAP/TALI: GOLD PLATED BRACELET
SIZE STRAP/SAIZ TALI: 8.5"
WORKING CONDITION, RECENTLY SERVICE & KEEPING TIME
PRICE/HARGA: SOLD TO TUN SHEIKH FROM PJ
SOLD:RM


BRIEF HISTORY OF CARAVELLE WATCHES BY BULOVA
Caravelle Watches is an excellent line of dress watches manufactured by Bulova.
The company's history dates back over 120 years and started as the dream of Bohemian-born Joseph Bulova. When he immigrated to the United States in 1875, he immediately opened a little jewelry store in New York City. Caravelle Watches is today's lifestyle standard for timepieces designed for the needs of the busy consumer. The tempered finish is 23-karat gold plate and operates with a precision quartz movement that is one of the most accurate in the industry. Watch bands come in three choices, specifically finely made bracelet styles, genuine leather, or stainless steel.

Sunday, January 8, 2012

AUTHENTIC VINTAGE BREITLING COLT AEROMRINE CHRONOGRAPH GENTS WRISTWATCH



Specifications

Model:Colt Chrono Auto
Years:1996
Gender:Mens
Case Materials Available:Steel
Movement:Breitling 13
Power Reserve:42 Hours
Water Resistance:100m
Bezel:Unidirectional
Crown:Screwdown
Crystal:Sapphire
Diameter:41.5mm
Thickness:15.5mm
Weight:91.2g
Bracelet:Professional
Lug Width:20mm
Watchwinder Direction:Clockwise
Reference:a13035
Breitling Colt Chrono watches are renown for precision and durability. Built to withstand the elements, this series of Breitling Chrono Colt watches are water resistant to a depth of 200 meters. The level of precision is unmatched in the industry, as this series of mens watch boasts a Chronometer certified Chronograph Chronometre Movement, capable of measuring increments of 1/10th of a second. With a high level of functionality coupled with its graceful design, this timepiece is ideal for todays professional and sportsman alike.





PERSONAL COLLECTION
Used pre-owned watch. Watch is in good working condition. Recently serviced in January 2012. Overall condition is good. Minor scratches on the bracelet and crystal. Watch comes complete with box, cards and pape




BRIEF HISTORY OF BREITLING WATCHES


Breitling was founded by Louis Breitling in 1884 in St Imier with the specific purpose to develop chronographs and counters for scientific and industrial applications. The late 19th century witnessed a number of unique industrial developments such as the automobile and the aeroplane. Breitling recognised that these new machines would need timing instruments and soon became a manufacturer of high quality timing instruments. Rapid expansion led to a move to the Swiss town of La-Chaux-de-Fonds in 1892 to accommodate growth.


In 1915 Breitling developed their first wristwatch chronograph and went on to make several significant developments in this area. In 1923 they were the first watch manufacturer to introduce an independent push piece for the chronograph, enabling the start and return-to-zero function (previously performed by the winding-crown). Then in 1934 Breitling added a second push piece to the chronograph enabling either cumulative or incremental time recording. These developments made the Breitling watch a favourite amongst pilots. In 1936 Breitling was chosen to supply the Royal Air Force with time keeping equipment. In the 40’s Breitling became the US Air Force official pilots watch whilst also supplying the American armed forces. By the 50’s Breitling had cemented their position in the aviation industry and was supplying cockpit clocks for most of the international airlines.
Over the years, Breitling launched a number of classic watches. 1942 saw the launch of the Chronomat, the first chronograph to be fitted with a circular slide rule. In 1952, the Navitimer was launched, a wrist watch equipped with a so called “navigation computer” that allowed pilots to calculate flight plans. This watch became an instant favourite amongst pilots. In 1962, the Cosmonaute was released providing a 24 hour chronograph. This watch was worn by Scott Carpenter when he flew America’s second ever manned orbital flight in the Aurora 7. In 1969, Breitling was part of a consortium of watch manufacturers that developed the first automatic chronograph, a major break through at the time.
1979 saw the end of an era for Breitling, with the death of Will Breitling. The company was subsequently bought by Ernest Schneider launching a new era for Breitling. Schneider introduced watch lines for other professions such as yachting and diving, whilst continuing to focus on building high quality, high precision watches for the aviation industry. A number of now classic watches were introduced under Schneider’s leadership such as the new Chronomat (1984), the Aerospace (1985), the Emergency (1995) and the B-1 (1998).
Today Breitling is one of the leaders in the Swiss watch industry for product development, continually launching innovative new high precision models.

What makes Breitling Watches Unique


Breitling declares their watches to be “instruments for professionals”. With a strong focus on the aviation industry, Breitling have developed a number of watch models that have been highly appreciated by pilots and astronauts throughout the history of aviation and aeronautics. 


Current Breitling Models
Navitimer 50th Anniversary, Navitimer Heritage, Navitimer Breitling Fighters, Navitimer Olympus, Cosmonaute, Montbrillant and Montbrillant Datora, Chronomat, Chronomat Longitude, Wings Automatic, Crosswind, Crosswind Racing, Crosswind Special, Headwind, Callisto, Callistino, Blackbird and B-Class, Emergency, Emergency Mission, Aerospace, B-1, B-2 and Hercules, Chrono Avenger, Chrono Avenger Rattrapante, Chrono Avenger Sixty Nine, Chrono Avenger M1, Avenger Seawolf, Superocean, Chrono Colt Quartz, Colt Automatic, Colt Quartz and Colt Oceane, Breitling Bentley 6.75, Breitling Bentley GT, Bentley Motors Chronograph and the Breitling Bentley Le Mans.

Saturday, January 7, 2012

AUTHENTIC VINTAGE BREITLING 18K/SS CHRONOMAT DIVERS GENTS WRISTWATCH





















IRHOMDEYS VINTAGE COLLECTION PROUDLY PRESENTS
AUTHENTIC VINTAGE 18K/SS BREITLING CHRONOMAT MILITARY DIVERS GENTS WRISTWATCH


BRAND/JENAMA: BREITLING MILITARY CHRONOMAT CHRONOGRAPH DIVER

MADE IN/BUATAN: SWISS

CIRCA/TAHUN: 1993

MODEL: MILITARY CHRONOMAT 3 REGISTERS CHRONOGRAPH B13048

CRYSTAL/CERMIN: SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL

MOVEMENT/ENJIN: SWISS BREITLING - IN HOUSE CAL.13 AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WINDING MOVEMENT

DIAL COLOR: SHINNING BLUE MILITARY 3 REGISTERS CHRONOGRAPH DIAL

FUNCTION/FUNGSI: MILITARY CHRONOGRAPH DIVER

HANDS/JARUM: GOLD LUMINESCENT

MARKERS/TANDA WAKTU: SOLID GOLD BATON MARKERS

CASING : STAINLESS STEEL

LUGS: 20mm

MEASUREMENT/UKURAN: 39mm DIAMETER EXCLUDING CROWN and 45mm LUG TO LUG

DITANDA/ENGARVED BACK CASING: 20 ATM WATERPROOF, SWISS MADE, INCABLOC, ALL STAINLESS STEEL

BEZEL: SS WITH 18k SOLID GOLD 60, 45, 30, 15 MINUTES ARABIC DIVING MARKER

CROWN: SOLID 18K CROWN AND CHRONO PUSHERS

STRAP/TALI: NEW GENUINE BLACK RUBBER TROPIK STYLE BAND

SIZE STRAP/SAIZ TALI: 8.5"

EXCELLENT CONDITION, CHRONO FULLY WORKING AND RESET TO ZERO, KEEPING TIME, DISCONTINUED MODEL . RECENTLY SERVICE 16.8.2011 WITH COST OF JPY 46,000 (RM1900)

PRICE/HARGA: PERSONAL COLLECTION (WILLING TO LET GO FOR RM19,000)

SOLD


BRIEF HISTORY OF BREITLING WATCHES

Breitling was founded by Louis Breitling in 1884 in St Imier with the specific purpose to develop chronographs and counters for scientific and industrial applications. The late 19th century witnessed a number of unique industrial developments such as the automobile and the aeroplane. Breitling recognised that these new machines would need timing instruments and soon became a manufacturer of high quality timing instruments. Rapid expansion led to a move to the Swiss town of La-Chaux-de-Fonds in 1892 to accommodate growth.

In 1915 Breitling developed their first wristwatch chronograph and went on to make several significant developments in this area. In 1923 they were the first watch manufacturer to introduce an independent push piece for the chronograph, enabling the start and return-to-zero function (previously performed by the winding-crown). Then in 1934 Breitling added a second push piece to the chronograph enabling either cumulative or incremental time recording. These developments made the Breitling watch a favourite amongst pilots. In 1936 Breitling was chosen to supply the Royal Air Force with time keeping equipment. In the 40’s Breitling became the US Air Force official pilots watch whilst also supplying the American armed forces. By the 50’s Breitling had cemented their position in the aviation industry and was supplying cockpit clocks for most of the international airlines.

Over the years, Breitling launched a number of classic watches. 1942 saw the launch of the Chronomat, the first chronograph to be fitted with a circular slide rule. In 1952, the Navitimer was launched, a wrist watch equipped with a so called “navigation computer” that allowed pilots to calculate flight plans. This watch became an instant favourite amongst pilots. In 1962, the Cosmonaute was released providing a 24 hour chronograph. This watch was worn by Scott Carpenter when he flew America’s second ever manned orbital flight in the Aurora 7. In 1969, Breitling was part of a consortium of watch manufacturers that developed the first automatic chronograph, a major break through at the time.

1979 saw the end of an era for Breitling, with the death of Will Breitling. The company was subsequently bought by Ernest Schneider launching a new era for Breitling. Schneider introduced watch lines for other professions such as yachting and diving, whilst continuing to focus on building high quality, high precision watches for the aviation industry. A number of now classic watches were introduced under Schneider’s leadership such as the new Chronomat (1984), the Aerospace (1985), the Emergency (1995) and the B-1 (1998).

Today Breitling is one of the leaders in the Swiss watch industry for product development, continually launching innovative new high precision models.

What makes Breitling Watches Unique

Breitling declares their watches to be “instruments for professionals”. With a strong focus on the aviation industry, Breitling have developed a number of watch models that have been highly appreciated by pilots and astronauts throughout the history of aviation and aeronautics.

Current Breitling Models

Navitimer 50th Anniversary, Navitimer Heritage, Navitimer Breitling Fighters, Navitimer Olympus, Cosmonaute, Montbrillant and Montbrillant Datora, Chronomat, Chronomat Longitude, Wings Automatic, Crosswind, Crosswind Racing, Crosswind Special, Headwind, Callisto, Callistino, Blackbird and B-Class, Emergency, Emergency Mission, Aerospace, B-1, B-2 and Hercules, Chrono Avenger, Chrono Avenger Rattrapante, Chrono Avenger Sixty Nine, Chrono Avenger M1, Avenger Seawolf, Superocean, Chrono Colt Quartz, Colt Automatic, Colt Quartz and Colt Oceane, Breitling Bentley 6.75, Breitling Bentley GT, Bentley Motors Chronograph and the Breitling Bentley Le Mans.

Monday, January 2, 2012

RARE VINTAGE CLINTON SPECIAL LUGS ARTDECO BEZEL WRISTWATCH (SOLD)






VINTAGE CLINTON OLMA ARTDECO GENTS WRISTWATCH CIRCA 1920'S

SHINNING BLACK TONE GOLD DIAL

CRYSTAL IS CLEAN WITH NO CRACK WITH LITTLE SCRATCHES EASILY BUFF OFF

THE 17 JEWEL CLINTON WATCH CO. MANUAL WINDING MOVEMENT

GOLD TONE HANDS

ARABIC MARKER

14K GOLD FILLED BY FAHY'S BRISTOL CASE MEASURES APPROXIMATELY 30mm W/O CROWN AND 42mm LUG TO LUG

UNSIGNED CROWN

NEW CROCO STYLE BROWN LEATHER BAND FITS 8.5" WRIST

DISCONTINUED MODEL... VERY RARE MINT CONDITION!

WORKING CONDITION, KEEPING TIME AND RECENTLY SERVICED

PRICE: (SOLD TO MR SHAKE FROM PJ)

RM450

AUTHENTIC VINTAGE 14K SOLID YELLOW GOLD LECOULTRE TANQ GENTS WRISTWATCH (SOLD)






BRAND/JENAMA: AUTHENTIC VINTAGE SOLID 14K YELLOW GOLD JAEGER LECOULTRE TANQ GENTS WRISTWATCH

MADE IN/BUATAN: SWISS

CIRCA/TAHUN: 1940's

MODEL: TANQ

CRYSTAL/CERMIN: ACRYLIC

MOVEMENT/ENJIN: JAEGER LECOULTRE 17 JEWELS MANUAL WINDING MOVEMENT BY VACHERON CONSTATIN AXN

DIAL COLOR: TWO TONE SUB-SECOND AT 6:00

FUNCTION/FUNGSI: HOUR, MINUTE, SECOND

HANDS/JARUM: GOLD TONE METAL HANDS

MARKERS/TANDA WAKTU: RAISED GOLD TONE ROMAN AND SQUARE DOT MARKERS

CASING : 14K SOLID GOLD

LUGS: 16mm

MEASUREMENT/UKURAN: 24mm DIAMETER INCLUDING CROWN and 36mm LUG TO LUG

BEZEL: -

DITANDA/ENGARVED BACK CASING: -

CROWN: UNSIGNED ORIGINAL CROWN

STRAP/TALI: BROWN TEXTILE MILITARY BAND

SIZE STRAP/SAIZ TALI: 8.5" FULL LENGHT

DISCONTINUED LECOULTRE MODEL... RAREST!

EXCELLENT CONDITION, KEEPING GOODTIME AND RECENTLY SERVICED

PRICE/HARGA: SOLD (TUAN SHEIKH, KG TUNKU, PJ

SOLD RM1800

A brilliant inventor and self-taught watchmaker, Antoine-LeCoultre founded his first workshop in 1833, following the invention of a machine to produce watchmaking pinions. Ever since, the Manufacture Jaeger-Lecoultre has developed constantly around the founder's original workshops.

Surprisingly enough, it was neither a physicist nor an engineer who first measured the micron; it was Antoine LeCoultre, in 1844. He had created watch components that were so perfect no tool could actually detect their degree of inaccuracy. He followed that up by inventing the world's most accurate instrument: the Millionometer, which served as a benchmark for over half a century.

In 1847, LeCoultre created a revolutionary system that was to do away with the need for keys to rewind and set watches. His simple and brilliant solution was a pushbutton that activated a lever to switch from one function to another. It was the first keyless winding mechanism, and the first reliable system that eliminated the need for keys to wind or set a watch.

In 1866, when Swiss watchmaking was still structured around small home-run workshops, Antoine LeCoultre and his son Elie decided to bring together under one rood the many skills involved in making watches, and installed a steam-driven machine to operate their new tools. LeCoultre & Cie thus became the first Manufacture in the Vallée de Joux.

It was in 1903 when the Parisian Edmond Jaeger set Swiss watchmakers the challenge of producing ultra-thin calibres. It would lead to the Calibre 145, the world's thinnest mechanical movement, measuring no more than 1.38 mm, and the friendship of Antoine LeCoultre's grandson, Jacques-Devid LeCoultre. These two men would give a rise to a range of horological wonders, and eventually the birth of the Jaeger-LeCoultre brand in 1937.

In the year 1908, the Manufacture created its first rectangular-shaped calibre in response to the challenge created to miniaturize watches to wear on the wrist. By the "Roaring 20s" (1920s), very small ladies' wristwatches were all the rage, but extreme miniaturization always led to a loss of reliability and precision. The Duoplan brilliantly solved this problem by arranging its parts on split levels. It would lead to the world's smallest movement, Calibre 101. Outdoing the Calibre 145, Jaeger-Lecoultre miniaturized the Duoplan caliber to the extreme, weighing in at barely one gram and comprising of 74 parts. Its record is still unmatched to this date.

Since its founding, the Manufacture has created and produced over 1,000 different calibres in many varieties. Over 200 patented inventions have contributed to the progress of Swiss watchmaking in the field of movements, as well as that of cases, bracelets, dials, and watch functions.