On Thursday March 26 BaselWorld 2009 will open its doors to the public. For Frederique Constant it will be an exciting and busy fair, with many new models to present and a huge number of appointments with customers & members of the press.
To prepare our trade partners, tomorrow there will be a Basel Preparation Meeting where we present our Strategy & Products for 2009. This way all our distributors from around the world will be well prepared to start the show.
In April, May & June delivery of the novelties will take place for the end-consumer to discover in their local jewelry & watch store.
We are sure you will not be disappointed by our exciting new collection, traditionally in the Accessible Luxury price range. And with everything going on around the world these days, this segment could be more in demand than ever...!
Enjoy!
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
BaselWorld 2009 News: The Frédérique Constant Runabout Chrono Automatic
A tribute to maritime life in the 1920’sFrédérique Constant has the pleasure of presenting you its new "Runabout" series. A new automatic chronograph issued in a limited edition of only 1’888 pieces worldwide, and created after a maritime inspiration that pays tribute to the legendary "Runabout" yachts of the 1920’s.[[MORE]]
Following the worldwide and ongoing success of the unique Healey timepieces dedicated to the amateurs of the mythical British sports car that carries the same name, Frédérique Constant now presents its latest: the "Runabout". An elegant duo of automatic chronographs with a design perfectly adapted to the fascinating and nostalgic, teak-wooden luxurious motor yachts of the 1920’s, created to celebrate the brand’s involvement in the annual ‘Hélice Classique’. A sophisticated event honouring the classical Runabout yachts and organized by the <<Societé Nautique de Genève>> on Lake Geneva, Switzerland.
In-line with the brand’s codes, this outstanding timepiece with its classical yet contemporary design features meticulous finishing and detailing. Presented in steel or in rose gold plated, the rounded case with a diameter of 43mm is hand-polished and exposes a finely decorated dial with a "Pavé de Paris" guilloché decoration. The applied and polished indexes, following the material used for the case, guarantee clear readability. As a delicate hint to the maritime theme, a boat’s propeller is engraved on the case back and a ‘porthole’ offers a glimpse of the movement. To emphasize on the special value of this timepiece, it is delivered in a gift box that offers a miniature duplicate of a legendary "Runabout" yacht.
With this new model, Frédérique Constant again capitalizes on its key brand values, offering high quality timepieces in the Accessible Luxury-segment.
After its slogan "Live your Passion", Frédérique Constant dedicates this new watch to the passionate sailors, fascinated by the style and grace of the famous Runabout yachts…
Please feel free to contact us:
Yasmina Pedrini: pedrini@frederique-constant.com
Caroline Delmonte: delmonte@frederique-constant.com
Monday, March 16, 2009
Frederique Constant billboard seen from Melbourne Freeway
On main motorway from Melbourne Airport to City & also one on Sydney M4 motorway you can find this huge billboard![[MORE]]
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Positive comments on brand new Maxime Manufacture
From the forum on www.EquationOfTime.com:
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>> You know, initially I was going to say "boring!"... But then I got to thinking... Most current trends are to OVERSIZE, OVERSTUFF, OVERDESIGN! and this watch is the antithesis of those very concepts. I think part of my initial reaction was antipathy toward a maker with whom I am completely unfamiliar. This watch is classic, if a little monotone. The movement is beautiful. Yeah, I would not mind owning this. And I totally dig the radial numerals...!
>> I'll wind enthusiastically. I'd like to see a central seconds hand and perhaps a nibbled 5 & 7, but otherwise find little which requires complaint.
>>Awesome!!!! Love the Movement!!!!
>>No, not boring..... Especially that movement. Looks like a fairly unique balance regulation device there. The dial might have too many different textures, but I'd have to see it in person. I don't see the "old school Hamilton" thing, but it could be one of the VERY few radial numeral dials I could actually like!
>>Great back, great crown and a great dial, except for that date subdial. It's probably just me but I think it's really difficult to do the date radially like that. Whether the numerals go around the entire face or just a subdial, to me it's always looks jumbled. Date wheels, especially when matched to the dial, are a good thing.
>>Gorgeous design... I mean, really... that thing is a stunner.
Need we say more...?
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