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Ralph Lauren Sporting Chronograph Guilloche Steel Watch

This new for 2011 Ralph Lauren watch is pretty nice, and is a sort of hybrid model between the Classic Slim and the Sporting Chronograph. Ralph Lauren literally took the case decor and dial look of the Classic Slim, and put in the Jaeger-LeCoultre automatic chronograph movement from the Sporting Chronograph watch models. From a naming perspecting they could have chosen either of the influencing models, but they chose the Sporting. I guess it could have been called the "Classic Chronograph." Too generic? Maybe.

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Kudoke KudOktopus Engraved Watch

by Ariel Adams (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Timepieces / Watches

A little tentacle action with your time sir? German watch maker Kudoke unveiled this whimsical engraved dial watch creation with a skeletonized dial featuring a gold octopus. The name of the watch clearly being a combo of the brand name and the word "octopus." The KudOkopus is really all about the dial and the imagery you see. A perfect watch for an aquarium enthusiast? Mollusk lover? Or perhaps a weathered sailor?

In steel, the watch is 42mm wide with a decorated and highly engraved Swiss manually wound movement. Not sure specifically which movement though. There are two blued steel hands for the time, but the rest of the watch is all about the image that makes up the face. Kudoke hand engraves images such as this on the dials - and this KudOkopus is just the most recent in a long time of them. Price for it is 7,990 euros.

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

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

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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.

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Magrette Tane Hand-Engraved Watch From New Zealand

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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

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Luxe Stationer Dempsey & Carroll to the Rescue

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Last month we reported that stationer Mrs. John L. Strong, one of the world's leading boutique luxury brands whose customers included Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, Vogue editor Anna Wintour, Oprah Winfrey and the late Duke and Duchess of Windsor, was shutting down after 80 years. Many of them were caught out short when the New York-based firm abruptly ceased all its operations; as a result the costly handcrafted metal dies and engraving plates (above) used for luxurious engraved stationery which customers had stored at Strong's for decades may never be recoverable.

Another luxury stationer, Dempsey & Carroll, is coming to the rescue. It is actually a much older establishment than Strong's, founded in 1878 by engraver John Dempsey and businessman George D. Carroll in New York. The firm soon became a society staple, providing the best in engraved cards and writing paper to the city's Gilded Age elite, a tradition continued to this day. Through the end of the year D&C is extending a special offer of reduced cost for custom engraving to all former Mrs. John L. Strong clients placing new orders, and has set about recreating their precious stationery.

Dempsey & Carroll custom stationery is created using hand-engraved steel dies and copper plates made to specification. Words and images are cut into the metal in an incuse fashion, a method similar to that used in manufacturing coins that has changed little since the 16th century process of engraving ascended to an art form. D&C is one of only a handful of stationers still using these distinctive hand-engraving techniques to create beautiful luxury paper products with their own unique stamp of history and tradition.

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

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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

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Ralph Lauren Engraved Silver Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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With the Ralph Lauren logo elegantly engraved upon polished silver metal, nobody will have to ask you whose bag you are wearing. This little clutch features a hinged bottom and small push clasp that opens to reveal a satin-lined interior with side gussets. The dainty evening bag hangs from a delicate chain strap featuring an over-sized center ring. The included drawstring felt pouch will help you avoid scratching this little silver beauty. $1800.

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