In case you missed it, here are the highlights from another busy week in the watchmaking industry.
In case you missed it, here are the highlights from another busy week in the watchmaking industry—from Zenith's new top man to Jaeger-LeCoultre's updated AMVOX2 Transponder and beyond.
MBF Releases Legacy Machine 101
Perhaps the biggest news of the week comes from independent brand MBF, who released its first entirely in-house movement inside the new LM101. It’s also the smallest, and more surprisingly, the most affordable Legacy Machine yet. Once again, MBF gets a bit of help from close friends, as award-winning watchmaker Kari Voutilainen designed the curved plates and bridges apparent through the back crystal. For more, please visit MBF.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Updates AMVOX2 Transponder
The Swiss brand released the AMVOX2 Transponder, a mechanical chronograph that locks and unlocks “any Aston Matin car,” via a wireless transponder. Jaeger-LeCoultre also renewed its commitment to the world of Polo, with sponsorships to some of the sport’s brightest athletes. For more, please visit Jaeger-LeCoultre.
Glashütte Original Releases the Senator Manual Winding Skeletonized Edition
Glashütte released the Senator Manual Winding Skeletonized Edition this week. This elegant two-hand model comes in a 44mm red gold case, which features the in-house Calibre 49-18 manual winding movement. The galvanized silver, skeletonized dial is decoratively enhanced by a black railroad minute ring and finely drawn Roman numerals. Delicate blued hour and minute hands indicate the time of day. For more, please visit Glashütte.
Zenith Gets a New Boss
Zenith announced the appointment of Aldo Magada as its new CEO, following Jean-Frédéric Dufour’s departure to Rolex. Previously, Mr. Magada was Breitling’s International Director of Sales Business Development. His arrival at Zenith is the latest in a series of CEO changes. For more, please visit Zenith.
Breguet Dedicates Clock to the Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
In a private reception attended by founders and donors, Michael Nelson, U.S. brand manager for Breguet, presented Myron Martin, president and CEO of The Smith Center, with the clock, which is a replica of the 8908 watch found in the Reine de Naples collection. For more, please visit Breguet.
