maurice lacroix masterpiece mp 6066-sd501-17e

2009 Baselworld Preview[ via Maurice Lacroix ]Spearhead of the Maurice Lacroix manufacture, the Masterpiece line is a skilfully proportioned combination of technology, tradition and modern aesthetics. The skeleton dial, sculpted with a goldsmith's precision, reveals all the workings of the movement, a delicate labyrinth in which the gear-trains have been refined to a bare minimum. The structure of the Chronographe Squelette, a veritable metallic sculpture, transforms the lifeless material into a living mechanism. A model that clearly belongs in this century.Technical Specifications:MovementHand-wound, Maurice Lacroix ML106-7 calibre, column-wheel chronograph, 18,000 vib/h, 22 rubies, hand-decorated bridges, snailed gear-trains, 42-hour power reserveFunctionsHours, minutes, seconds and chronograph to 1/5 secondCaseCombination of polished and satin-finished steel, circular or vertical, 45 mmConvex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides Screw-down sapphire crystalWater-resistant to 100 mDialSapphire crystal with metallised treatmentSmall seconds at 9 o'clock, 60-minute counter at 3 o'clockWhite Superluminova on rim of minute and seconds countersBracelet/StrapHand-stitched large-scaled crocodile, black calfskin lining, matching topstitching, with folding claspPrice Range(CHF) 10000-19999Images/text courtesy of SwissTime.ch

The universally-famous name Maurice Lacroix stands for decades of experience in manufacturing of high-end luxury watches. The brand has always succeeded in creating timepieces that continue to turn heads long after they made their first appearance.The same refers to the Miros Coussin watches bound to enchant ardent fans of the new Retro Look. The eye-catcher of every watch from this extraordinary line is its pillow-shaped stainless steel case distinguished by ***, slightly curved lines. The alluring exterior of the case evokes the 1930-s, when its design was originally created.The elegant exterior of the watches conceals the most advanced technology. The heart of the Miros Coussin Chronographe watch is a Swiss quartz movement, which brings to life an array of useful functions.Besides the basic functions of hours and minutes, the watch features the recorded time intervals in the 30-minute sub-dial positioned at 9 o'clock, as well as in the 10-hour counter at 6 o'clock. The timepiece also displays the date and small seconds found at 12 and 3 o'clock respectively. The Miros Coussin Reveil watch is equipped with a reliable alarm mechanism. To set the alarm for the desired time, the watch wearer uses two small hands presented in the circle at 9 o'clock. The watch dial is visually balanced by the small seconds counter positioned at 3 o'clock. Similar to the Miros Coussin Chronograph, the novel alarm watch shows the current date in the exhibition window nestled at 6 o'clock.The case of each Maurice Lacroix watch mentioned features the dimensions of 37,5 mm x 39,6 mm. These generous proportions ensure the impressive look of the dial. Extremely readable, the display is equipped with oversized Roman numerals, which coordinate perfectly with the case design. The color of these numbers tastefully matches that of the dial, which can be performed in silver, black or charcoal.The Maurice Lacroix Miros watches are presented on leather wristbands sown in different colors. The tokens of good taste, they will surely attract watch enthusiasts who appreciate elegant design coupled with unparalleled functionality.