Saying goes he who sows good seed and good crop will have patience. That's what the Turkish government has quietly since the beginning of the year. The Muslim Brotherhood and other formations of the countries where riots have occurred, from Yemen to Tunisia, have been invited by various organizations to visit Turkey and see the benefits of the Turkish model, a predominantly Muslim country, secular, democratic and increasingly developed economically. Something that has influenced not a few Islamist formations in the Middle East and North Africa take the example of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) of Recep Tayyip Erdogan, rather than more radical options. Since George Favre-Jacot vintage hamilton watch models began its journey in the town of Le Locle back in 1865, Zenith has only to reap rewards. One of the most important achievements was presented at the Basel Fair in 1969, the El Primero movement, which is the world's first chronograph equipped with central winding rotor reaching a revolutionary frequency 36,000 vibrations per hour, which is the first that can measure tenths of a second (hence the name). The Zenith Defy Xtreme Tourbillon Zero-G, leaves no one indifferent, is a watch "extreme" and that either very pleased or displeased completely, there is no middle. His technical revolution lies in the system of Zero-G Tourbillon, that simulates zero gravity, thanks to which is mounted on a gyroscopic cage with universal joints mounted exhaust, thus they are kept constantly in a horizontal position, providing the breadth the optimal balance wheel. Its size is the new First 8800, of 36,000 vibrations an hour, with 45 jewels and a power reserve of 50 hours. Made with platinum rotor and ball bearing. The box is black titanium with a diameter of 46.5 mm, screw-down crown, sapphire anti-reflective, and helium valve. It has a guaranteed watertight up to a not inconsiderable 1,000 meters. If anyone is interested in this model has to contact Zenith because it is a limited edition and numbered by request. Sphere: Completely black in color. Two small spheres. One for the tourbillon and the other for the time signal. Indications in Arabic numerals. In my opinion, takes away the space for spheres and needles, which I think are most important in a watch, and give much importance to the design space or exterior, etc. So Zenith (like other brands) which minimizes the area indicates the time, to give more importance to other aspects they consider most appropriate. I use a clock to measure time, and I stress the issue of design, not inappropriate, but, on the misuse of space, only text and screws that do not contribute to the quality of the concept of the piece. As for phones, for my work regularly use three lines, but not for that, I keep seeing the time on my wristwatch. ¡¡¡¡¡¡¡ !!!!!!!, $ 500,000 What's up?. Definitely not without the millionaire who buys it, but spending more than it is an investment in a few years and is limited edition will be worth more or maintain its price at the time We all have a number of favorite watch brands, whether for aesthetics, history or technology .. In my case, one of which I have more appreciation is Aquastar … Ten years after its founding, the general crisis arising from the increase in oil prices took its toll on the company, a situation aggravated by the unstoppable advance of the new quartz technology. In 1975 he passed to the Eren Group, also established in Geneva, which continued until 1983 with models made famous Aquastar, but with far less affordable prices that plunged the company into crisis again. To rectify this situation and taking advantage of the thrust of the Swatch watches, plastic watches marketed made them reap good results. That is my first time Aquastar, who accompanied me in high school and I still … Today the company, still based in Geneva, has promising prospects for the future to ensure continuity of Aquastar, as their models regatta chronograph … The Aquastar true that we owe the invention of a crown with double use: when activated load the clock line while accessing the internal graduated bezel. This feature appears in his first full model itself, the Seatimer … Was produced with multiple versions and is perhaps the most widespread model of the brand. Resistant to 200 meters and bottom caps. Among the most significant models created by the model highlights Aquastar Atoll. This is one of the first creations of the factory with which anticipates watchmaking qualities. The watch box Benthos I was standing, unidirectional bezel and screw crown and resisted to 1,000 meters. The interior was equipped for automatic caliber ASSA 2162. Basically it is diving chronographs .. Push the button at 4 hours (at 5 in the Benthos I) was put into operation the minute counter is distinguished from the others by its orange needles. The first version with 4000N caliber and 36 mm box had a count of the last 5 minutes preceding the final output. Years later, with a more robust format with 10 minutes counter, took a sensational Aquastar Regatta chronograph watch fitted with Lemania caliber 1345, the colors of the minutes are now blue between 6 and 10 minutes and orange for the last five. Aquastar dared conventional chronograph with proof of this is the watch Deep Star appeared in the mid-Sixties caliber Valjoux 23 manual offers a special 30-minute timer … Of moderate size, 38 mm in diameter. It has a distinctive diamond-shaped second hand and a bidirectional bezel with indications of immersion and decompression table .. This is the first chronograph underwater action, and one of the favorite pieces Cousteau Team … Finally, say that in Spain the brand DUWARD introduced through the signing of the Catalan family Vendrell, the Union propietaros Switzerland … While continuing its line DUWARD Aquastar, and not related to the Geneva brand, or use the logo of the starfish. Wonderful story of an unknown brand to some, but of great importance in the history of diving. Congratulations on the work you've done and thanks for sharing. Greetings. I am a modest collector of watches, and I have two Aquastar models, a GRAND AIR Seatimer and plants sold me again .. (I'm behind a classic bike ..) but after reading your great article, sorry .. I really think which is a brand that deserved a better fate. For those who know me introduce myself. Alberto Cerdeira am a collector of watches in my spare time, especially Seiko Vintage, and passionate watchmaking in general.
