BULGARI
ULTRANERO AMERICAS
EDITION
Blue on black creates a contemporary look that retains its sense of
masculinity in this recent addition to the expanding Octo Collection.
Ultra thin with a diameter of 41mm, the Ultranero is also an almost
perfect balance between comfort and wrist-presence. Inside beats the
beautifully decorated Bulgari BVL 191 Solotempo automatic movement
beating at 28,800 with a 42 hour power reserve. Outside a coating of
DLC insures that the Americas edition will look like new almost
indefinitely. Price $6,950
DU MANEGE
DM EXPLORATION
Based in La Chaux Des Fonds, Du Manege is a relative newcomer to
watch making but well worth your time. Built entirely within the
Neuchatel region of Switzerland, this 45mm black DLC covered titanium
case houses a Swiss Made automatic movement modified into single
button chronograph with both the chronograph control as well as the
crown mounted to the left. Lime green accents stand out against the
deep black background on the well designed two-register dial. Offered
in very limited production the version pictured here retails for right
around $11,000. Although the web-site is still exclusively in French, Du
Manege has established a presence here in the USA. E mail tchaunu@
brandconsulting.us to learn more about this up and comer.
BELL & ROSS
GARDE-CÔTES
Bell & Ross pays tribute to sea-rescue helicopter pilots and
divers with two new watches. Based on the vintage collection,
the new Garde-Côtes comprises two variations, BR V2-92 three-
hand and the BR V2-94 two-register chronograph. Both 41mm
cases are cast in satin finished steel and both are available on a
weave pattern rubber strap or classic 2 link stainless steel
bracelet. In tribute to their origins, the crystal casebacks of
both models are engraved with the symbol of sea rescuers: the
buoy and the anchor. Prices: $2,900 to $4,600.
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