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Newsletter
August 2011: The new Regattare Vintage Bronze
Kia Ora!
In this newsletter, we would like to introduce our new model: The Magrette Regattare Bronze
We have designed a solid bronze brushed case that has been purposely created to develop its own unique patina quickly. This patina affect is intended to add depth of character to the case as well as giving it a truly vintage look when the antique aging takes effect. The bronze for the case of the Regattare Bronze is CuSn8, an alloy of copper and pure tin very resistant to corrosive action by sea water and atmospheric agents.
Keeping with Magrette’s vision plus incorporating the vintage objective, we have added a chocolate brown dial but retained our modern Regattare numerals. By doing so, we have preserved our minimalistic trademark look and feel.
Another feature we felt we had to use again is the small piece of New Zealand’s native Kauri wood (agathis australis). A small disc with unique numbering and engraving can be viewed under the transparent glass back. Ancient Kauri found in New Zealand is the oldest workable wood in the world. The trees have been buried and preserved underground in swamps for more than 45,000 years. Giant Kauri trees were considered by Maori to be the kings of New Zealand forests. The Kauri is one of the largest and oldest growing trees in the world. Living Kauri trees are now protected.
The Regattare Vintage Bronze features the Miyota 21 Jewel Automatic Movement. It has a 45 hour reserve and uses ‘Parashock’ - its own proprietary shock resistance on the balance. The Miyota has a track record of accuracy, dependability and longevity; three characteristics that Magrette timepiece wearers have whole-wristedly embraced.
This timepiece will be a Limited Edition of only 1000 pieces worldwide.
Specs:
Model: Regattare Vintage Bronze
Movement: 21 jewels (Miyota) Automatic
Case: Bronze, CuSn8. Brushed finish, 44mm excluding the crown.
Crown: Screw down
Crystal: Sapphire, AR (anti reflective) coated inside the crystal
Dial: Chocolate brown
Water-resistance: 5 ATM
Strap: 24mm Leather (black with black stitching)
Box: Eco pine box
Vintage Style Roll Case: Canvas
Limited Edition: 1000 pieces
Note:
The patina effect is caused by oxidation of the bronze under influence from external agents (air, humidity, heat and wear) and it does not alter the properties of the material but is rather a sign of its ageing. This ageing process won’t take long, a few months at the most.
Bronze is a strong metal that is resistant to corrosion, but does develop an outside patina over time that changes the look of the metal. It also doesn’t polish very evenly, giving the case an antique or uneven feel to it.
Price for Europe has been set at € 339,- plus shipping (between € 12,99 and € 15,99). Both prices include value added taxes for the European region. Contact us for nett prices (for example Switzerland and Norway).
We expect arrival of the first batch before the end of September. More info can be found on the NZ web site (the model will soon be added to the European site as well): Find out more
If you would like to order this watch to see the patina develop with your own eyes, contact us now to get on the list with reservations.
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