Channeling the ferocious and fantastical spirit of motor racing for 2017, Azimuth rolls out the Gran Turismo, a statement-making timepiece that oozes contemporary charm while paying tribute to the iconic four-wheelers of yesteryear.
A sculptural work of art, the Azimuth Gran Turismo is distinguished by a wholly unique case, flaunting curves that recall the profile of vintage cars, sharing the same design blueprint as its predecessor, the Twin Turbo, which was launched in 2016.
Testing the aesthetic and technical limits of automobile-inspired watches, the Azimuth GT case silhouette references the curvaceous bonnets of retro Porsche 911s from the 1960s. Elsewhere, the Gran Turismo’s striking dial – positioned at an inclined angle to allow drivers to easily check the time while on the road – is a nod to the larger-than-life speedometer displays found on Mini Cooper dashboards.
Further accentuating the throwback and sporty demeanour of the Gran Turismo are two decorative air vents that flank the dial, and ribbed leather straps with contrast stitching that matches the case and dial accents, which takes inspiration from the leather upholstery of 1970s supercars.
The Azimuth Gran Turismo is a perfect example of us going deep into the world of motorsports, looking back into its past and imbuing it with a sense of futurism to offer watch lovers a watch that is truly unique and distinctive.
The undulating and voluminous profile is a sight to behold, and cranking up on style quotient, the case comes in four dashing colour options that span the sophisticated to the flamboyant. Featuring polished stainless steel, gold sandblasted PVD, electric blue sandblasted PVD and hyper cool military camouflage PVD treatments, each colour execution comes in a limited edition.
Technical Specifications
Limited edition:
Only 100 pieces available worldwide
Case size:
50mm (width) x 54mm (length)
Case material:
316L stainless steel, urban camouflage
Case back:
316L stainless steel
Movement type:
Automatic
Movement no.:
ETA2671
Power reserve:
Approx 38hrs
Dial:
Black
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
3ATM
Strap type:
Leather
Strap material:
Calf
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle
Features:
Hour indication on disc, minute and second hands
Warranty:
2 years
Channeling the ferocious and fantastical spirit of motor racing for 2017, Azimuth rolls out the Gran Turismo, a statement-making timepiece that oozes contemporary charm while paying tribute to the iconic four-wheelers of yesteryear.
A sculptural work of art, the Azimuth Gran Turismo is distinguished by a wholly unique case, flaunting curves that recall the profile of vintage cars, sharing the same design blueprint as its predecessor, the Twin Turbo, which was launched in 2016.
Testing the aesthetic and technical limits of automobile-inspired watches, the Azimuth GT case silhouette references the curvaceous bonnets of retro Porsche 911s from the 1960s. Elsewhere, the Gran Turismo’s striking dial – positioned at an inclined angle to allow drivers to easily check the time while on the road – is a nod to the larger-than-life speedometer displays found on Mini Cooper dashboards.
Further accentuating the throwback and sporty demeanour of the Gran Turismo are two decorative air vents that flank the dial, and ribbed leather straps with contrast stitching that matches the case and dial accents, which takes inspiration from the leather upholstery of 1970s supercars.
The Azimuth Gran Turismo is a perfect example of us going deep into the world of motorsports, looking back into its past and imbuing it with a sense of futurism to offer watch lovers a watch that is truly unique and distinctive.
The undulating and voluminous profile is a sight to behold, and cranking up on style quotient, the case comes in four dashing colour options that span the sophisticated to the flamboyant. Featuring polished stainless steel, gold sandblasted PVD, electric blue sandblasted PVD and hyper cool military camouflage PVD treatments, each colour execution comes in a limited edition.
Technical Specifications
Limited edition:
Only 100 pieces available worldwide
Case size:
50mm (width) x 54mm (length)
Case material:
316L stainless steel, frosty gold PVD
Case back:
316L stainless steel
Movement type:
Automatic
Movement no.:
ETA2671
Power reserve:
Approx 38hrs
Dial:
Black
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
3ATM
Strap type:
Leather
Strap material:
Calf
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle
Features:
Hour indication on disc, minute and second hands
Warranty:
2 years
Rev up your engines and get ready for a watch that provokes your senses. The Azimuth Twin Turbo is loaded with technical and design bravado; and is made especially for the individual who carries a passion for the vintage. With the well-grinded race tracks giving the nod to this timepiece, the Azimuth Twin Turbo’s striking design feature is its sculpted case which resembles the sexy silhouette of vintage racing cars from the 60s.
But what is truly its high-octane appeal is the mechanism that lies underneath the watch cover – a re-engineered case construction that mimics the technical construction of the car bonnet, which gives the wearer an intimate engagement as he flips it up to reveal the engine block.
Powered by a rare vintage calibre from the 1960s, the manual-winding movement faithfully mirrors the gearbox system of the yesteryears automotive technology.
The dials of the Twin Turbo take their design cues from vintage speedometers on the dashboard, which offers the wearer two time-zone readings at a glance.
The Twin Turbo is available in the following executions: Yellow, Anthracite and Silver. Each is a limited edition of 88 pieces.
Technical Specifications
Limited edition:
Only 88 pieces available worldwide
Case size:
50mm (width) x 54mm (length)
Case material:
316L stainless steel body; aluminium anodized bonnet
Case back:
316L stainless steel
Movement type:
Manual
Movement no.:
Vintage calibre ETA2512-2
Power reserve:
Approx 38hrs
Dial:
Black
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
3ATM
Strap type:
Leather
Strap material:
Calf
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle
Warranty:
2 years
Rev up your engines and get ready for a watch that provokes your senses. The Azimuth Twin Turbo is loaded with technical and design bravado; and is made especially for the individual who carries a passion for the vintage. With the well-grinded race tracks giving the nod to this timepiece, the Azimuth Twin Turbo’s striking design feature is its sculpted case which resembles the sexy silhouette of vintage racing cars from the 60s.
But what is truly its high-octane appeal is the mechanism that lies underneath the watch cover – a re-engineered case construction that mimics the technical construction of the car bonnet, which gives the wearer an intimate engagement as he flips it up to reveal the engine block.
Powered by a rare vintage calibre from the 1960s, the manual-winding movement faithfully mirrors the gearbox system of the yesteryears automotive technology.
The dials of the Twin Turbo take their design cues from vintage speedometers on the dashboard, which offers the wearer two time-zone readings at a glance.
The Twin Turbo is available in the following executions: Yellow, Anthracite and Silver. Each is a limited edition of 88 pieces.
Technical Specifications
Limited edition:
Only 88 pieces available worldwide
Case size:
50mm (width) x 54mm (length)
Case material:
316L stainless steel body; aluminium anodized bonnet
Case back:
316L stainless steel
Movement type:
Manual
Movement no.:
Vintage calibre ETA2512-2
Power reserve:
Approx 38hrs
Dial:
Black
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
3ATM
Strap type:
Leather
Strap material:
Calf
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle
Warranty:
2 years
It took decades to perfect the F-117 Stealth Fighter. It took centuries to perfect the tourbillon. Astronic Watches has brought these two gravity defying legends together in one luxurious timepiece - the Nighthawk Tourbillion - handcrafted for all who appreciate engineering marvels.
Astronic developed its custom in-house 3D co-axial flying tourbillon to defy gravity just like the Stealth Fighter did in 1983. Tapping onto the team's cumulative 20 years of experience in the Swiss watchmaking industry, Astronic matched the power of the Stealth Fighter’s silent engine with their very own 21,600 vibrations per hour movement. Some of the most high end tourbillons have around 40 intricate pieces. Astronic has pushed the limits of the craft by developing a more sophisticated tourbillon with more than 76 pieces weighing less than half a gram — on average, each precisely hand-finished piece weighs less than a tiny grain of sand!
Each case is precision milled one piece at a time from military-grade 316L stainless steel. The precise, streamlined edges of the case of the Nighthawk mimic the Stealth Fighter’s aggressive silhouette. Swiss Tritec RC lume on the hands light up in the dark so you can still read time off your Nighthawk in low light conditions.
Technical Specifications
Case size:
44.5mm
Case material:
316L stainless steel with camo PVD
Case back:
Sapphire crystal
Movement type:
Manual
Movement no.:
In-house co-axial flying tourbillon based on Peacock SL-5003D tourbillon movement
Power reserve:
Approx 42hrs
Dial:
Multi-layer 3D engraved, half skeletonised black dial with design cues from the F-117 Nighthawk's dashboard, exhaust system and iconic wings; Tritec Swiss lume coated hands
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
10ATM
Strap type:
Bracelet
Strap material:
Stainless steel bracelet with camo PVD
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle with camo PVD
Warranty:
1 year
It took decades to perfect the F-117 Stealth Fighter. It took centuries to perfect the tourbillon. Astronic Watches has brought these two gravity defying legends together in one luxurious timepiece - the Nighthawk Tourbillion - handcrafted for all who appreciate engineering marvels.
Astronic developed its custom in-house 3D co-axial flying tourbillon to defy gravity just like the Stealth Fighter did in 1983. Tapping onto the team's cumulative 20 years of experience in the Swiss watchmaking industry, Astronic matched the power of the Stealth Fighter’s silent engine with their very own 21,600 vibrations per hour movement. Some of the most high end tourbillons have around 40 intricate pieces. Astronic has pushed the limits of the craft by developing a more sophisticated tourbillon with more than 76 pieces weighing less than half a gram — on average, each precisely hand-finished piece weighs less than a tiny grain of sand!
Each case is precision milled one piece at a time from military-grade 316L stainless steel. The precise, streamlined edges of the case of the Nighthawk mimic the Stealth Fighter’s aggressive silhouette. Swiss Tritec RC lume on the hands light up in the dark so you can still read time off your Nighthawk in low light conditions.
Technical Specifications
Case size:
44.5mm
Case material:
316L stainless steel with black PVD
Case back:
Sapphire crystal
Movement type:
Manual
Movement no.:
In-house co-axial flying tourbillon based on Peacock SL-5003D tourbillon movement
Power reserve:
Approx 42hrs
Dial:
Multi-layer 3D engraved, half skeletonised black dial with design cues from the F-117 Nighthawk's dashboard, exhaust system and iconic wings; Tritec Swiss lume coated hands
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
10ATM
Strap type:
Bracelet
Strap material:
Stainless steel bracelet with black PVD
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle with black PVD
Warranty:
1 year
It took decades to perfect the F-117 Stealth Fighter. It took centuries to perfect the tourbillon. Astronic Watches has brought these two gravity defying legends together in one luxurious timepiece - the Nighthawk Tourbillion - handcrafted for all who appreciate engineering marvels.
Astronic developed its custom in-house 3D co-axial flying tourbillon to defy gravity just like the Stealth Fighter did in 1983. Tapping onto the team's cumulative 20 years of experience in the Swiss watchmaking industry, Astronic matched the power of the Stealth Fighter’s silent engine with their very own 21,600 vibrations per hour movement. Some of the most high end tourbillons have around 40 intricate pieces. Astronic has pushed the limits of the craft by developing a more sophisticated tourbillon with more than 76 pieces weighing less than half a gram — on average, each precisely hand-finished piece weighs less than a tiny grain of sand!
Each case is precision milled one piece at a time from military-grade 316L stainless steel. The precise, streamlined edges of the case of the Nighthawk mimic the Stealth Fighter’s aggressive silhouette. Swiss Tritec RC lume on the hands light up in the dark so you can still read time off your Nighthawk in low light conditions.
Technical Specifications
Case size:
44.5mm
Case material:
316L stainless steel
Case back:
Sapphire crystal
Movement type:
Manual
Movement no.:
In-house co-axial flying tourbillon based on Peacock SL-5003D tourbillon movement
Power reserve:
Approx 42hrs
Dial:
Multi-layer 3D engraved, half skeletonised black dial with design cues from the F-117 Nighthawk's dashboard, exhaust system and iconic wings; Tritec Swiss lume coated hands
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
10ATM
Strap type:
Bracelet
Strap material:
Stainless steel bracelet
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle
Warranty:
1 year
When you see the fleet of Apache-64 helicopters in the horizon, you know they're gonna come in with guns blazing. The Apache Skeleton from Astronic Watches has nothing to hide. The barebones dial looks at you head on with the same face as the attack helicopter, the sweeping tail is captured in the flexiglass plate — all captured inside the vibrant hardline case.
Just like the Attack Helicopter’s BulletProof T700 Turboshaft engine, the Apache utilizes a powerful 28,880vph mechanical movement for high accuracy. The Apache holds an exceptional 80 hours of precise power in its reserve. Your timepiece is powered with your movement, no winding necessary. Milled from military grade 316L steel, you get impenetrable protection, anti-fingerprint coating for a clean finish, and sapphire crystal anti-glare lens so everything is crystal clear in any environment. Swiss Tritec RC Lume on the hands keep the Apache illuminated for clear readings in low-light conditions.
Technical Specifications
Case size:
44.5mm
Case material:
316L stainless steel
Case back:
Sapphire crystal
Movement type:
Automatic
Movement no.:
HZ7500
Power reserve:
Approx 80hrs
Dial:
Black skeletonised dial with yellow gold PVD bezel
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
10ATM
Strap type:
Bracelet
Strap material:
Stainless steel bracelet
Buckle:
Stainless steel deployant buckle
Warranty:
1 year
Horizon Watches' Pilgrim is a Super Compressor-style dive watch that continues the Jules Verne story that has been the inspiration for the brand's designs. First published in 1878, Un Capitaine de Quinze Ans (A Captain at Fifteen) is an adventure that follows the voyages of Pilgrim, a whaler, across the Pacific. The protagonist is a fifteen year-old crew who is tasked to be the captain of the ship when disaster strikes. Imagine being fifteen and the fate of the ship you are on is handed over to you. In Jules Verne’s universe, that is a recipe for an action-packed adventure. As the story unfolds, one can find common life themes such as bravery, sufferings and fights for freedom.
The story that inspires Horizon Watches’ Pilgrim pans out mostly on water. Thus, a diver was deemed most apt for the collection. This time, a Super-Compressor style diver was chosen to be the starting point for the design. Three principles set by Fred Bekher, co-founder and designer of Horizon Watches, guide the design process, namely: a two-part main case; detailings; and functionality.
The main body of the case combines two separate elements that have different surface finishes to achieve contrast between polished and brushed surfaces. The Pilgrim comes with two coin-edged design, screwdown crowns; each is 7mm in diameter, making it easy to handle and wind as needed.
For those familiar with Horizon Watches’ first collection, you would have an inkling that the brand owners like to treat the watch they design like a labyrinth full of hidden clues. This thread continues here with the Pilgrim. You will find numbers, a quote, and text in places not immediately visible to the eyes.
The early super compressor tended to mark the 12, 3, 6, and 9 hour indicators with a triangle frame. In the Pilgrim, this has been reinterpreted with a trapezium instead. To give the watch design a further twist, one of these trapeziums has been made into a date window, resulting in a super unusual super compressor, challenging you to find the secret date window!
The centre of the dial for the Pilgrim has a finely polished finished raised cone that provides the base for the three uniquely designed hands for time reading. In line with the sea adventure story that inspired the collection, they are shaped like fishing spears. For superior legibility, all three hands are luminous. Look closely at the Pilgrim and you will find an excellent quality of polishing even on a small surface like the applied index and dot markers.
Turn the Pilgrim over and find on the caseback a graphic illustrated by Bekher engraved on the caseback. The illustration depicts Pilgrim, the ship and a whale. In many cultures, a ship symbolizes journey and adventure.
The crystal of the watch is a boxed type sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating applied on the interior side. The anti-reflective coating helps minimise glare under the sun and also increases dial readability.
Every Pilgrim watch comes with an original design, high quality and super comfortable FKM rubber strap that is equipped with quick release spring bars. The buckle is of a custom design and finished in a similar style as the case, with a combination of brushed and polished surfaces.
The Pilgrim is available in four colours: Blue Ocean, Black Ocean, Green Ocean and Young Captain's Edition.
Technical Specifications
Case size:
41mm
Case material:
316L stainless steel with brushed and polished finishings
Case back:
Screwdown close caseback with engraved graphic
Movement type:
Automatic
Movement no.:
SW200-1A with customised date disc
Power reserve:
Approx 38hrs
Dial:
Embossed sandblasted textured dial, polished applied indices with SuperLuminova (old radium lume/BGW9); hands are polished spear-shaped handset, filled with SuperLuminova (old radium lume/BGW9)
Bezel:
Inner rotating bezel filled with SuperLuminova (old radium/BGW9)
Glass:
Boxed sapphire with internal 3 layers of anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
20ATM
Strap type:
Rubber
Strap material:
FKM rubber
Buckle:
Stainless steel tang buckle, customised with logo
Warranty:
1 year
Alexander Shorokhoff's Vintage line has been extended with the new edition of the Lucky 8.
The new model is even more sophisticated with its filigree features and buoyant engravings. The cutout in the dial allows an inside view of the refined watch movement. Engravings can also be found at the date changing wheel. The three fixing screws are blued by hand in order to complete the appearance.
A standout feature for the Lucky 8 is its date display. A special date disk in silver with yellow marks is fixed to the movement. The dial has 31 small windows so you can see the current date at the yellow mark appearing in one of the windows and read it on the outer scale. The stamped and silver plated date figures sparkle in renewed splendour.
In order to reach a balance with the date indication, the hands have been coloured yellow. The hour and minute hands are kept in typical Alexander Shorokhoff design, with updated small black decor lines. For better legibility, the second hand has been made half in black and half in yellow colour. The yellow seam of the genuine ostrich leather strap perfectly completes this beautiful watch.
Powering the Lucky 8 is the Poljot 2416 movement - a precise instrument which was used in the earlier rendition of Lucky 8. Sadly, the production of this movement was stopped about 20 years ago. Nowadays, it belongs to the Vintage rarities.
At the Alexander Shorokhoff manufactory, the movement is completely re-worked, lubricated, hand engraved and adjusted. Its beauty can be admired through the sapphire glass back.
Each version of the Lucky 8 is limited to only 50 pieces. This is the exact number of Vintage movements the manufactory could track down.
Technical Specifications
Limited edition:
Only 50 pieces available worldwide
Case size:
43.5mm
Case material:
Brushed and polished stainless steel case with PVD coating in rose gold
Case back:
Sapphire crystal
Movement type:
Manual winding
Movement no.:
Vintage manual winding movement Poljot 2416, hand-engraved and refined
Power reserve:
Approx 42hrs
Dial:
Open dial, black; yellow hands painted with black decor line
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
5ATM
Strap type:
Leather
Strap material:
Genuine ostrich leather belt in black with yellow stitching
Buckle:
Stainless steel tang buckle
Features:
3-hand watch
Warranty:
2 years
Alexander Shorokhoff's Vintage line has been extended with the new edition of the Lucky 8.
The new model is even more sophisticated with its filigree features and buoyant engravings. The cutout in the dial allows an inside view of the refined watch movement. Engravings can also be found at the date changing wheel. The three fixing screws are blued by hand in order to complete the appearance.
A standout feature for the Lucky 8 is its date display. A special date disk in silver with yellow marks is fixed to the movement. The dial has 31 small windows so you can see the current date at the yellow mark appearing in one of the windows and read it on the outer scale. The stamped and silver plated date figures sparkle in renewed splendour.
In order to reach a balance with the date indication, the hands have been coloured yellow. The hour and minute hands are kept in typical Alexander Shorokhoff design, with updated small black decor lines. For better legibility, the second hand has been made half in black and half in yellow colour. The yellow seam of the genuine ostrich leather strap perfectly completes this beautiful watch.
Powering the Lucky 8 is the Poljot 2416 movement - a precise instrument which was used in the earlier rendition of Lucky 8. Sadly, the production of this movement was stopped about 20 years ago. Nowadays, it belongs to the Vintage rarities.
At the Alexander Shorokhoff manufactory, the movement is completely re-worked, lubricated, hand engraved and adjusted. Its beauty can be admired through the sapphire glass back.
Each version of the Lucky 8 is limited to only 50 pieces. This is the exact number of Vintage movements the manufactory could track down.
Technical Specifications
Limited edition:
Only 50 pieces available worldwide
Case size:
43.5mm
Case material:
Brushed and polished stainless steel case
Case back:
Sapphire crystal
Movement type:
Manual winding
Movement no.:
Vintage manual winding movement Poljot 2416, hand-engraved and refined
Power reserve:
Approx 42hrs
Dial:
Open dial, black; red hands painted with black decor line
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
5ATM
Strap type:
Leather
Strap material:
Genuine ostrich leather belt in black with red stitching
Buckle:
Stainless steel tang buckle
Features:
3-hand watch
Warranty:
2 years
Alexander Shorokhoff's Vintage line has been extended with the new edition of the Lucky 8.
The new model is even more sophisticated with its filigree features and buoyant engravings. The cutout in the dial allows an inside view of the refined watch movement. Engravings can also be found at the date changing wheel. The three fixing screws are blued by hand in order to complete the appearance.
A standout feature for the Lucky 8 is its date display. A special date disk in silver with yellow marks is fixed to the movement. The dial has 31 small windows so you can see the current date at the yellow mark appearing in one of the windows and read it on the outer scale. The stamped and silver plated date figures sparkle in renewed splendour.
In order to reach a balance with the date indication, the hands have been coloured yellow. The hour and minute hands are kept in typical Alexander Shorokhoff design, with updated small black decor lines. For better legibility, the second hand has been made half in black and half in yellow colour. The yellow seam of the genuine ostrich leather strap perfectly completes this beautiful watch.
Powering the Lucky 8 is the Poljot 2416 movement - a precise instrument which was used in the earlier rendition of Lucky 8. Sadly, the production of this movement was stopped about 20 years ago. Nowadays, it belongs to the Vintage rarities.
At the Alexander Shorokhoff manufactory, the movement is completely re-worked, lubricated, hand engraved and adjusted. Its beauty can be admired through the sapphire glass back.
Each version of the Lucky 8 is limited to only 50 pieces. This is the exact number of Vintage movements the manufactory could track down.
Technical Specifications
Limited edition:
Only 50 pieces available worldwide
Case size:
43.5mm
Case material:
Brushed and polished stainless steel case with black PVD coating
Case back:
Sapphire crystal
Movement type:
Manual winding
Movement no.:
Vintage manual winding movement Poljot 2416, hand-engraved and refined
Power reserve:
Approx 42hrs
Dial:
Open dial, black; yellow hands painted with black decor line
Glass:
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance:
5ATM
Strap type:
Leather
Strap material:
Genuine ostrich leather belt in black with yellow stitching
Buckle:
Stainless steel tang buckle
Features:
3-hand watch
Warranty:
2 years
