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In the in the early19th century, on the Plateau of Jurua the Gillet watchmakers dynasty had begun and up to this day it has been an icon of quality and performance.Inspired by 1850s tourbillon watches experimental tests Romain Gillet perfected an innovative regulating system and created the resonant double regulator custom made since for Rudis Sylva.? This innovative mechanism is able to provide a flawless level of precision, not only due to its capacity of transmitting the oscillatory energy of the 2 balances but also due to the spring system which connects the tourbillon unites. This timepiece features an exceptionally complex mechanism, its tourbillons have both aesthetic and functional purposes, embellished with black jewels and titanium screws they function within the elegant lines of a nonetheless a very classy d��cor. The exceptional complexity of the ball bearings was developed in order to ensure flawless balances harmony. Every component of this fascinating timepiece was custom made by a traditional watchmaker, up to the hand-made Rudis Sylva' chamfers.The aim of? Rudis Sylva was to mark its debut in the Haute Horologerie by introducing an innovative musical-box type, chiming concept. The ancient name of the Jura Mountain �C Rauracie, inspired the case melody �CRaurescien.? Sliding a secret bolt, placed at the case bottom enables the chime to be wounded. At its maximum wound, the melody will sound at the following 4 hourly strikes. The optional personalizing of timepiece's melody rests in the hands of the buyer.The hand-made guilloche, created in Georges Brodbeck's workshop is placed on the plate below the regulator and on the minute and hour indicators over the dial.? The craftsman has highlighted the dial by creating a symphony of gradually increasing rounded angles and by subtly playing with the intellectualized detail. The rounded-triangular design touches require lines to create a perfect transition at 120 degrees and moreover three tool movements per pyramid to achieve this.The regulating unit's true luxury can be captured in the filigree hand applied guilloche and in the plate below the regulator embellished with the so-called: "clous de Paris" one of the many surprises of Sylva. The black or brown leather strap is carefully matched with precious materials for the case: gold and platinum which make a direct statement about the exclusivist clientele and the craftsmanship of the watchmaker.Pictures With RUDIS SYLVA Romain Gillet Tags: traditional watchmaker

Watches have ceased to be just merely devices that tell the time. Take a look at the Corum Bubble Dive Bomber Limited Edition “Flying Shark” watch and you will realize these devices have also become works of art.The Corum Bubble Dive Bomber Limited Edition “Flying Shark” comes with an exaggerated domes sapphire crystal which is a limited edition version of the Corum Bubble series. The main attraction for this watch is of course the green flying shark image on the black dial, which clearly pays homage to the flying shark nose art identified with the World War II P-47 fighters.The watch comes in a big satin-finished case measuring 44.5mm wide. The unidirectional rotating bezel has Arabic numerals in 5-minute interval. The face of the watch is designed in a way such that you wouldn't easily recognize the Arabic numerals to signify 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock. The flying theme is reinforced by the second hand which looks like a three-bladed propeller.The military style black leather strap fits the entire watch design. It is powered by an ETA 2892-A2 automatic movement with 21 jewels. The watch, which sells for $3,195, is water resistant by up to 650 feet so you can wear it even when you have to engage in outdoor activities that will require some water splashes.