Magrette

Magrette Tane (B), Lord Of The Forest Engraved Watch

The original Magrette Tane timepiece (click there to see original post) was one of their most expensive watches to date at close to $4,500. Beautifully hand-engraved all over the case and on the rotor of the automatic movement, the piece was a tour de force of the engraving talents of Magrette's engraver Andrew Biggs. Following up on the original Tane watch is this Tane (B) engraved watch ("B" as in side B like a tape?). Like the original, it is limited to just 10 pieces, but features a toned down look - more like other Magrette limited edition watches. The fascinating Maori style engraving is limited to the bezel, while the rest of the case is in polished and brushed steel and is 44mm wide. The dial is laser-cut with LUM-TEC MDV GX luminant and an embossed Magrette logo face design. Inside the watch is a Swiss ETA 2824 automatic movement. I cannot do the Tane story justice, so you can head over to Magrette to learn more about the mythology behind the art on this beautiful timepiece. Price is more affordable than the original Tane, with the Tane (B) priced at $1,785 for each of the 10 pieces.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watches reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

Tags: B, engraved, magrette, maori, tane, watch

Magrette Baselworld Piece Unique Watch With Diamonds

by Ariel Adams (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Timepieces / Watches

Mixing beautiful engravings with diamonds - upping the luxury level to a higher degree, Magrette of New Zealand showed off this one-of-a-kind timepiece totally covered with beauty at Baselworld. The Maori-inspired designs are hand-engraved on the steel case by master engraver Andrew Biggs. This model, known as the "Magrette Baselworld 2010" piece unique (you can read more about it here on Magrette's website), was specially made for a single Magrette customer, but fans of the brand can appreciate the piece, that helps put the unique Kiwi brand in more of a spotlight among the decorated watch crowd.

The watch further has one of Magrette's newer, more updated watch dials with an embossed brand logo and bright LUM-TEC brand luminant. Each time Magrette does a new engraved piece they get nicer. The designs are a clever mix between classic European floral scroll designs and traditional Maori myth and legend images. The 44mm wide steel case has 60 diamonds totaling 1.73 carats - I love how they are arranged as well. I can't wait to see what Magrette will do next. While diamond decorated watches aren't in their standard collection, you could always ask for them to make you one really nicely...

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

Gallery: Magrette Baselworld 2010 Watch

Tags: 2010, baselworld, diamonds, magrette, new zealand, watch

Magrette Tane Hand-Engraved Watch From New Zealand

by Ariel Adams (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Timepieces / Watches

Magrette of New Zealand presents the Tane "Lord of the Forest" hand-engraved watch. Part of a very limited edition of just 10 pieces, the watch is decorated by a single master engraver and displays a classic Maori myth as seen in images all over the watch. While Magrette offers high quality reasonably priced watches, their higher end collection specializes in these beautiful engraved works of art. The 44mm steel case is almost totally covered in engravings. This includes, the bezel, case, lugs, and even on the exposed rotor of the automatic Swiss movement. Despite all the decoration, the watch is still very masculine.

The detail is stunning, and so are the images. In addition to native Maori decor, the watch has faces and characters that really liven it up. New for Magrette is an upgraded dial done by American LUM-TEC. This means the dial has their special in-house MDV GX luminant for impressive darkness viewing and visual appeal. Magrette fans will notice the upgraded dial immediately. The watch is attached to a black leather strap with red stitching. Inside is a Swiss ETA 2824-2 automatic movement that has a decorated rotor like you've never seen before on any other brand's watch. The watch is available now, and each of the 10 pieces are priced at a reasonable $4,485.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

Gallery: Magrette Tane Watch

Tags: engraved, Magrette, maori, new zealand, NewZealand, Tane, watch

Fully Hand-Engraved Magrette Maui's Fish Limited Edition Watch From New Zealand

by Ariel Adams (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Timepieces / Watches

This incredible watch was thought impossible given the level of detail all over the timepiece's case - but passion made it possible. Graduating from having a limited edition watch with just an engraved bezel - New Zealand's own and only watch company, Magrette, now presents "Maui's Fish." The watch is based on the Magrette Regattare model, but adds an incredible amount of decoration styled after the art and stories of New Zealand's native people, the Maoris.

What I like so much about the engravings is the level of character as opposed to just being pretty. Expressive faces peek between waves and winds, with an overall visual effect of the watch being quite satisfying and appearing grand in scale. The images actually tell a story related to a Maori mythological tale relating to the creation of New Zealand's northern island, you can learn more about it via the link above. A good story like that to share while showing off your watch is something you don't get with most other timepieces.

Inside the watch is a Swiss automatic mechanical ETA 2824-2 movement, with a legible and attractive dial similar to Anonimo watch faces. The steel case is 44mm wide, and the watch comes in a limited edition presentation box crafted from New Zealand Kauri timber. Price is a very reasonable $3985, but the watch comes in a limited edition of just 10. A really great watch with a great story. See the gallery below for more images of the Magrette Maui's Fish.

Ariel Adams publishes the popular watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

Gallery: Magrette Maui's Fish watch