Displaying unique technical performance and innovative aesthetical features, the timepieces presented by Jaquet Droz are highly valuable and appreciated even by the most pretentious watch connoisseurs.

         The new timepiece introduced by Jaquet Droz has seen the spot light at the Only Watch exhibition, where famous brands exposed some of the best timepieces of the year 2009 with a charity purpose. The model presented by Jaquet Droz has innovation written all over it as it displays a very unconventional design, featuring red and white as main colors. The new Jaquet Droz Only Watch model is made of ceramic and measures 44 mm in diameter. What’s really interesting is that its dial was very laboriously manufactured as it required 10 layers of paint exposed at different temperatures. The red enamel dial features hour and minutes indicators, but not placed on the center of the dial as we’re used to see at most wristwatches and also it is equipped with a seconds counter, positioned on the lower part of the dial. The three o’clock position is marked by the logo of Jaquet Droz, attesting in the fact that by all means this new Jaquet Droz Only Watch is an original.

         The red dial of the watch is quite hard to attain and the designers from Jaquet Droz have admitted they spent almost six years on trying to stabilize the red color. Through a very meticulous process, the red color was obtained by exposing the dial to many different temperatures; until all the layers applied were one. Although complicated to manufacture, the dial of the watch represents the element of elegance and sophistication, managing to make of a plain white watch something very appealing and refined.

         Just the simple fact of being a Jaquet Droz original makes you think about the fine mechanism displayed on this watch. The new Jaquet Droz Only Watch 2009 uses an automatic mechanical movement powered by a Caliber 2663, which generates a 68 hours power reserve and a 30 meters water resistance. Simple, yet elegant, Jaquet Droz Only Watch ’09 represents the successful combination between style and functionality.

         The strap of the watch is made of a white rubber material and is fitted with a stainless steel clasp. The new Jaquet Droz Only Watch wraps the wrist graciously, giving a note of distinction to whoever might be wearing it.

         One of the best reputed watch brands in the world, Jaquet Droz has never failed to impress its worldwide fans and has never broken its commitment towards creating innovative timepieces that would remain in the history of watch manufacturing as break through masterpieces of Haute Horlogerie.

         Baselworld 2009 was the event where most of the famous watch manufacturing brands have competed into exhibiting that unique timepiece that would be considered the major breakthrough in the watch manufacturing artistry, that highly innovative timepiece whose name would be on everybody’s lips for a whole wide year, or maybe forever.

         Jaquet Droz has entered the competition with three outstanding wristwatches released on the market in limited editions. Only 88 in number, the watches are seemingly similar in appearance, each of them displaying a design based on materials such as black ceramic, red gold and black rubber for the strap.

         One of these three watches is called Grande Seconde SW Rouge and represents Jaquet Droz’s tribute to sporty designs. We’re living speedy times and whatever we might create expresses one way or the other the idea of action, of movement, of sports. The mixture between black and red is quite spectacular, offering a sporty and masculine look to the whole design of the watch. The case of this Grande Seconde SW Rouge watch is made of red gold, material which is used for the three-dimensional ring as well. Contrasting with the dark black strap, the red gold material is also used for the plates, the horns, the hands and the folding clasp. The detailing exposed on the dial is luminescent, allowing a perfect visibility even during the night.

         Another exquisite timepiece presented by Jaquet Droz at the Baselworld 2009 exhibition is the Les Douze Villes watch, whose major quality is the function to display different time-zones. Especially designed for those who travel much, the watch displays on its dial the incredible number of 12 cities in a fairly limited space. The Grand Feu enameled dial is equipped with two windows, one displaying the time of the chosen city at the 6 o’clock position, while the other located at the 12 o’clock position displays the local time.

         The collection Hommage La Chax-de-Fonds 1738 by Jaquet Droz uses as an element of surprise the chronograph a rattapante, an element which makes of a normal wristwatch a statement of technical innovation. Along with the tachymeter function, this watch can measure two events starting at the same time, but whose duration might differ. This highly reviewed watch is made of a red gold 45 mm in diameter case, with a black Grand Feu enamelled dial equipped with a date window at the 12 o’clock position.

         The wristwatches presented by Jaquet Droz at the Baselworld 2009 even were, as many of us would have expected, of a huge success and if we were to guess what the recipe of success behind this brand is, the answer would most certainly be passion.

Jaquet Droz Rouge and Noir Models Pictures Gallery

         The new Jaquet Droz Quantieme Perpetaul Ceramique watch presents features that seem indispensable to any modern watch. Equipped with an innovative perpetual calendar which uses as basic material ceramics and with day and date functions, the watch becomes a highly reliable timekeeping instrument.

         The case of this Jaquet Droz Quantieme Perpetaul Ceramique watch measures 44 mm in diameter and it’s crafted of black ceramic, a material that many designers recur to in their timepiece creations. The ceramic material of the case was processed with the help of certain high tech manufacturing techniques in order to shape it into this beautifully crafted Jaquet Droz Quantieme Perpetaul Ceramique case.

         The elegance of this timepiece comes exactly from its simplicity, as the design of this watch focuses on really structured and harmonious lines. The complete black dial is equipped with indicators for the days of the month and the date and also equipped with the usual hour and minute indicators. The two sub-dials indicate the small seconds at the 6 o’clock position and respectively, the months of the year at the 12 o’clock position. Every design detailing is printed in white to establish an elegant black and white contrast, a classy design that never fails, while to add a touch of distinctiveness, the designers recurred to the red color to accentuate the hands of the sub-dials and the retrograde hands.

         Whenever people see a fancy and elegant design they expect the mechanism of the watch to be less than perfect. Well, this is not the case with the watches presented by Jaquet Droz and you can be sure that Jaquet Droz Quantieme Perpetaul Ceramique watch makes no exception. The watch works on a self-winding movement specific to the Jaquet Droz House, a 5863 Calibre that provides a 68 power resistance due to its 28,800 vibrations per hour. The movement accommodates the perpetual calendar complication, a function that requires an adjustment by hand once at every 100 years.

         The case’s top and back is covered in sapphire crystal and the watch is available on a black rubber strap with a black PVD treated steel clasp. This simple, yet elegant black strap comes in perfect harmony with the design of the watch, this Jaquet Droz Quantieme Perpetaul Ceramique watch adding a touch of refinement to any wrist.

         Due to the reputation of the brand and to the watch’s stylish features, the House of Jaquet Droz decided to restrain the distribution of this watch to only 88 pieces, making it even more desirable in the eyes of the watch connoisseurs worldwide.

Jaquet Droz Quantieme Perpetuel Ceramique Watch Pictures Gallery

         It has a 41mm case which is brought up from red gold. The watch is brought to life by a Jaquet Droz Calibre 2653 self winding mechanism, whose beautiful decorations and a 22 carat oscillating weight can be clearly seen through the sapphire crystal back. This watch rewrites the basic rules of watch making; the presence of a sapphire crystal makes it free from all the graphic constraints posed by a bezel. This crystal helps in the illumination of the magnificent dial from unusual angles, and also brings out the interplay of bodies as was imagined by the designers at Jaquet Droz.

        To achieve this impossible and amazing technical feat, the watchmakers drew inspiration from their rich heritage of aesthetic and designer codes and made use of their signatures, such as the presence of the star motif which establishes a narrative, and then also brings into play modern lines, heavy curves and unusual volumes to bring out the infinite possibilities that are posed by the heavenly night sky. The balance frequency of the watch is 21,600 v.p.h (vibrations per hour), which is made possible by a double spring barrel rotor, it also has a power reserve of 68 hours.

        This watch is released in a limited 8 watch per variation “Numerus Clausus” edition. Its straps are alligator leather, with hand rolled edges and 22 carat gold ardillon buckles which secure the watch to your wrists. It has a water resistance of 30m. This watch makes one of the most passionate desires of humankind possible i.e. to have the mystery of the universe on our wrists. Although it’s a little out of the reach of the common public, it sure is a watch of the dreams of the ladies all over the world. The watch plays a very important part in accentuating the feminist characters of an elegant female.

        So it’s very important to buy a watch that will make you the centre of attention no matter where you are and what you are wearing. Jaquet Droz L’Heure Céleste does just that, it gives you the confidence of a princess and you know that you are wearing a magnificent piece of craftsmanship on your wrist. And its availability in only 8 pieces makes it one of the most unique watches that are available in the market and it makes you feel special that you are one of the elite few who have got it.

Jaquet Droz L’Heure Céleste pictures

        After a long time the highly acclaimed watch manufacturer has moved away from its classic and elegant watch making and has created something aimed at the youth. This timepiece beautifully mixes the best in design and technology; contemporary in essence it displays an elegance that promises to last for a very long time. Its unique dial is black opaline, with rarely seen overlapping minute and hour dials. It has a 68 hour power reserve whose scale is exquisitely place at the 9’o clock mark, the red color of the scale is accentuated by the red color of the second hand. The power scale reminds you of the elegant speedometers of powerful cars, giving the already present sporty appeal of the watch a big push.

        The technical specifications are one to be reckoned with. Its self winding mechanism is a Jaquet Droz 4603D which is oscillating at 28,000v.p.h (vibrations per hour). It is powered by a 22 carat gold weight, which supports a black PVD polish, and elegant Cotes de Geneva ornamented bridges. To guarantee its sporty nature and technical supremacy, it has been tested in extreme situations. It is clasped to your wrist through a natural Black integrated rubber strap with a stainless steel folding clasp buckle. The watch is a limited edition which will be available only for 88 pieces, each one having its own individual number engraved on the back. So if you want to put this watch in your watch collection, then hurry! But make sure to have your pockets full, as the price is not for the light hearted. One of these babies will set you back by a cool 23,000 Swiss francs.

        Its price may make you sell your house, but its worth all the money. Its elegance, beauty, technology makes it a watch worth buying even at those very high prices. The brand name Jaquet Droz makes it certain that you will be getting your hands on an exquisite piece of craftsmanship. Its limited release of only 88 pieces makes it unique and its numbering will make your watch totally exclusive, not matched by any other in the market. Its ceramic body and sturdy but elegant finish makes sure that it will last with you for the rest of your life, no matter in what extreme condition you land yourself in, it will be by your side.

Jaquet Droz Reserve de Marche Ceramique pictures

      At present the prestigious company has established their center at Le Cret-du-Locle, in Switzerland to avail the expertise of the local watchmakers so you can be assured of brand new designs that will make quite a furor in the watch making world. And of course, they’ve already started with the innovative new Jaquet Droz Saint Valentin Watch! The Jaquet Droz Saint Valentin was designed to be a Valentine days offering for loved ones but its great as an all time present too for festive occasions. Take a look at the technical specification and pricing before you hop to get one for your loved one.

      Technical specifications

      It’s a pretty watch no doubt about that but do take a look at the features that Jaquet Droz has managed to put in to make it unique.
• The casing of Jaquet Droz Saint Valentin is from white gold and it makes the entire watch look elegant and polished. The Valentine’s Day theme is offset by the red colored band and the red pointers that are used to mark out the time on the simple yet elegant dial.
• The dial has two interlocking circles that resemble a number 8, the eternal sign of love or a yin, and a yang for love. Both the dials are resting on white enamel colored dial that offsets the red elegantly.
• The watch has a sub division that shows the second’s time with a delicate heart at the end of the pointer.
• The watch has a self winding movement which can be easily seen through the window in the back of the casing. The watch is designated with a JD 2663 caliber movement and has two main spring barrels that assure the wearer of regular movement.
• The rotor of Jaquet Droz Saint Valentin is made of 22 karat gold and the bridges are designed with a Cotes de Geneve guide.

• The watch has an impressive reserve power of about 68- hours and that makes the watch ideal for daily use or as a dress watch. The company has just made eight to ten models of the watch in this range and each watch will have its own individual number and certification of quality.

      What it’s going to cost you?

      Let’s be frank in saying that the watch will cost you a lot. Swiss watches are quality time pieces that can easily turn into heirloom pieces that appreciate over time and progeny. They are also investment pieces that you are assured of a great value on with time. This little model is going to cost you $23,000!

Jaquet Droz Saint Valentin Watch pictures

        For this investment you will be getting a watch that has a 43mm diameter stainless steel case, in either ivory or black. With a dial enameled with the Grand Feu technique (Grand Feu is an old technique of enameling that is pure and extremely resistant to scratches and dents).

        The watches with an ivory dial have a blue hour, minute and second hand, while the ones with the black dial have whitened hour and minute hand and a sleek blue second hand. The technical specification of the watch is very impressive, the Jaquet Droz L’Origine Email runs on a Jacquet Droz 1153. It is a self winding mechanism, which has its roots in the Frederic Piguet Cal. 1153 movement. This mechanism can also be found in some watches like Blancpain and Radiomir. It has an amazingly designed and decorated oscillating weight of 22 carat gold, which powers its self winding mechanism.

        It’s beautifully designed 43mm case takes over 80 individual steps in the making, with manual finish. Also, its self winding mechanism has an engraving of a secret signature on it. The watch has an essence of elegance and beauty that takes us back to the classic watch making years of the 18th century. This watch is truly magical and contemporary. And for those gentlemen who are looking for some adventure the watch is water resistant up to a depth of 30m. The strap is alligator leather, handmade with a rolled edge finish, and an ardillon stainless steel buckle. It’s the only watch which is available in an unlimited edition.

        This watch will make for an amazing gift if you want to give it to your father on his birthday, as it will provide an elegant look to his wrists and its ivory and black dial will match just about every dress and formal suite that are available in his closet, so that you don’t have to worry about him liking the watch or not. Also one of the attractive points of the watch is its pricing. Unlike other watches which are out of the reach of the common man, this watch is in the affordable range of the upper-middle class. And you can also be sure that it will be worth the money that you’ll be investing, and you will be grabbing eyeballs where ever you go.

Jaquet Droz L’Origine Email Pictures

        It is a watch that gives a complete elegant look. How could a watch be that luxurious? It gives a true example of how a watch can be utilized as jewellery.

        These watches are definitely amazing pieces of jewellery. These designers definitely know what women want and they make use of this expertise to the core. Not a single of their watches would you find which is not perfect. In fact, it is rather amazing at the perfection they have already achieved.

Jaquet Droz L’Heure Selenite Pictures

        The watch has a black dial with diamond studded as stars all over giving the dial the look of a night sky. It has a half moon of pearls and the arc of this moon is supporting the hands of the watch.

        If you really want to make good use of your money then going in for these watches is surely the best thing you can do, trust me on this. There can be no better use of your money, there just can’t no matter what any body says or does.

        The Jaquet Droz L’Heure Selenite Watch is famous for its quality and design. They make a difference in their own special ways and precision. It may look like a bracelet if the strap is replaced by a platinum chain. But nothing can look more elegant as it is.

        The Jaquet Droz L’Heure Selenite shows that they know the inside of women. They know that the women are unavoidably attracted to the star gazing and here they represent the most beautiful gift to women. The Jaquet Droz has taken this star gazing inspiration from the greek goddess of the moon selena. The black dial gives a very bright look to the studded diamond and the pearls.

        This watch and its hands are polished with pure 18k white gold that enhances its look to a royal exhibition. The black sky is studied by the black diamonds on which the white diamond shines. What else does a woman wants than a collaboration of pearls and diamond on the wrist. This watch shows the originality and the wisdom, an expression of thought like never seen before. It gives women a kind of elegancy never felt before.

        This watch is named as The Jaquet Droz L’Heure Selenite Watch.

        They are the Swiss watch makers that offer seraphic designs. They present a royal look that any women would desire. It is not just a watch but a jewel that is so precious to women making the brand the women’s best friend.