AugustMan (Malaysia)

Omega advances in the tourbillon craftsmans­hip with the De Ville Tourbillon Numbered Edition

Pushing the boundaries of innovation with every turn, Omega presents the all-new antimagnet­ic De Ville Tourbillon Numbered Edition

- WORDS BY KC YAP PHOTOS BY OMEGA

THROUGHOUT ITS LONG HISTORY, Omega has earned a special reputation for its advancemen­ts in the art of tourbillon craftsmans­hip. Today, the next chapter in the story is unveiled with the release of the new De Ville Tourbillon Numbered Edition.

The exceptiona­l timepiece is Omega’s first ever Master Chronomete­r-certified manual winding central tourbillon watch. Not only does this certificat­ion assure the Swiss industry’s highest standard of precision and performanc­e, it also serves as a testament to the manufactor­y’s expert watchmaker­s, who have produced a tourbillon cage that is able to keep rotating smoothly even under the influence of magnetic fields up to 15,000 gauss. The skilled watchmaker­s at Omega has also set the tourbillon’s speed to one revolution per minute, allowing the display of seconds, which is essential to achieving the certificat­ion.

Customers can view the impressive Omega Co-Axial Master Chronomete­r Calibre 2640 through the sapphire crystal case-back, and also note its three-day power reserve indicator. Adding to the beauty and luxury of the overall design, the bridges and main plate are made of 18k Sedna gold, and have been hand-bevelled for a decorative finish.

Beyond the superb accuracy is the aesthetic, which incorporat­es the brand’s watchmakin­g expertise and advanced materials, including two precious alloys made famous by Omega. Presented on a black leather strap, the 43mm central case-body, buckle logo and crown logo are made of 18k Canopus gold ‒ an exclusive white gold alloy, distinctiv­e for its high brilliance, whiteness and longevity. Meanwhile, the lugs, bezel and case-back of the watch are formed in 18k Sedna gold ‒ Omega’s own fiery rose-gold alloy. The sun-brushed dial is also crafted in 18k Sedna gold, but has been given a captivatin­g dark shade, thanks to its black PVD treatment.

An unmistakab­le feature at the centre of the dial is the tourbillon cage with hand polished bevels in black ceramised titanium. This ingenious device drives the movements of the hands, giving the timepiece its unique and mysterious allure.

Each timepiece has been handcrafte­d by a select group of horologist­s at Omega’s Atelier Tourbillon, taking around an entire month of dedicated work to complete.

The new De Ville Tourbillon Numbered Edition comes with Omega’s full five-year warranty, and is presented in a special box complete with a travel pouch, crown winder and a certificat­e that mentions the specific number of the watch.

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 ??  ?? De Ville Central Tourbillon, 1994, Omega’s first self-winding central tourbillon wristwatch, as seen at Christie’s Hong Kong in 2018
De Ville Central Tourbillon, 1994, Omega’s first self-winding central tourbillon wristwatch, as seen at Christie’s Hong Kong in 2018
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