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Concord C1 BlackSpider teaser image revealedAhead of Baselworld 2011, the Swiss watchmaker Concord has just released a teaser image of its upcoming watch: the new Concord C1 BlackSpider.Although the teaser looks, ahem, like a teaser, the impression that it makes is nothing but intimidating. I guess, that was the idea.As you one can gather looking at the teaser image, the watch will be released in a fairly large octagonal case with the movement taking only a small portion of the real estate.The main “cage” is connected to the case with eight attachments imitating eight legs of an arachnid.All in all, the watch will probably look like a small birdeater comfortably sitting on a wrist. It makes wince, really.

Of course, you don't need to be a mariner to wear a Concord Mariner watch �C you can wear these watches to a business meeting, the opera, shopping, or running. If you're curious to know what a mariner is, read on.A mariner is someone who operates, maintains or services a boat or other water-based vessel. Seafarers hold a whole range of positions to ensure the smooth running of a water vessel: whether you’re Chief Mate or Able Seaman or Oiler, your role is important.Deck crew are responsible for the general maintenance and running of the ship: they take care of the ship's hull and cargo gear, and might supervise diving and salvage operations. In the engineering department, crew maintain the propulsion systems, sewage, lighting, air condition, water and other systems.In the steward's department, the Chief Steward, the Chief Cook and the Steward's Assistant are responsible for preparing and serving meals, baking, cleaning accommodations, planning menus, and purchasing supplies. Other ship roles include Purser, who handles all money on board, Hospital Corpsman, Medical Doctor and Nurse.So, next time you glance down at your Concord Mariner watch, think of all the seafarers hard at work!