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Steve McQueen’s Iconic Tag Heuer Watch Sells for $800,000 At Auction

maddaloni — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 17:55:52 +0000

A Tag Heuer watch worn by Steve McQueen in the film ‘Le Mans’ had sold for nearly $800,000 at an auction of film memorabilia.

The movie star sported the timepiece in the 1971 action movie set in Monaco about the 24 hours of Le Mans car race.

The Tag Heuer Monaco has a black alligator skin strap and a stylish retro 60s style blue face. It was the first ever automatic and square cased chronograph watch.

The star wearing the wristwatch helped the brand to become a favourite of motor racing drivers and fans around the world

Auctioneers had been expecting it to fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars but the sale surpassed expectations when the hammer came down at a staggering $799,500.

McQueen starred in Le Mans eight years after his most famous movie, The Great Escape.

He was arguably at the height of his fame and appeal when he appeared in the film. It is considered by some fans to be one of the greatest motor sports movies of all time for its portrayal of the iconic 24 hours race around the streets of Le Mans in Monaco, France. However, it did relatively badly in the U.S. as audiences were unfamiliar with the race.

Tag Heuer was founded in 1860 but after McQueen wore the watch in the film the brand became even more popular among motor sports fans and drivers.

The watch is one of several automatic Heuer chronographs that run on the Caliber 11 series of movements.

They were introduced in 1969 as a series of wrist watches made in honour of the Monaco Grand Prix.

Explosion of Color : Introducing the Ulysse Nardin Classico Dragon

maddaloni — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 11:46:06 +0000

With the new Ulysse Nardin Classico Enamel Champlevé Dragon, the manufacture honors, once again, the lost art of enameling, but this time, it’s through the legend of the Dragon, a symbol of success and prosperity. Legend claims that those who keep the mythical creature close will be granted guidance and protection.

Exuding a fiery spirit, the bright orange and yellow dragon seems ready to leap from the enamel champlevé dial. Set atop a background of the special blue dial of the Classico that represents Ulysse Nardin’s distinctive signature (often referred to as Ulysse Nardin Blue), the strong Dragon twists and writhes about the hour markers; an explosion of fire escaping his mouth setting the evening hours ablaze.

The beauty of the dragon dial is the result of Ulysse Nardin’s devotion to the lost art of enameling and a refined decorative technique that requires the dedication of a master craftsman. Due to its complex and time-consuming forging process, enamel watches fell into near oblivion since the 1950s, and only such top watch makers as Ulysse Nardin are now able to produce the works.

Each dial is an exceptional creation produced by a skilled artisan using a variety of colors that are created from different metallic oxides. The mastery of enameling depends upon both the personal sensitivity and daily practice of the artist. The technique results in dials that are wearable art designed to honor a centuries-old craft.

Ulysse Nardin is producing 30 pieces of the Classico Dragon 40mm in 18-karat white gold and in 18-karat rose gold. A sapphire crystal exhibition window is featured in the case back, through which the self-winding UN-815 movement can be viewed. The timepiece has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours, and the chronometer is COSC certified.

Each watch is accented by a hand-sewn alligator leather strap with a white- or red -gold tang buckle, empowering its wearer with an image that is both bold and sophisticated.

For more information call 888.999.4038 or visit Maddaloni Jewelers – New York -

The Movado BOLD Has Arrived!!

maddaloni — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:14:46 +0000

This special Derek Jeter inspired edition watch is the innovative new Movado BOLD bracelet model featuring an indigo blue metallic dial customized with number ’2′ positioned prominently at 2 o’clock. The case-back is engraved to commemorate Jeter’s 3000th hit. Only 300 pieces have been issued. Packaged in a special sleeve accompanied by a thank you note from Derek, each will retail for $550. Movado will be donating $100 for each piece sold to Derek Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation.

Derek Jeter established the Turn 2 Foundation in 1996, his rookie year, and has been actively involved in its inspiring and successful youth programs since its inception.

The ‘BOLD’ collection has additional styles that are readily available in all black, with just a luminescent dot at 12 o’clock, with the men’s 3600011 created in all white. The clever white design has a 43.5mm white dial with silver hands, three white sub-dials and the signature “soleil” dot, all atop a case that is made from hi-tech composite material with stainless steel inside. The white leather strap has a purple lining, and the metalized scratch resistant crystal has an anti-reflective coating. Each of the Movado Bold watches has a Swiss Quartz movement.

Ten models of the Movado Bold collection are available at Maddaloni Jewelers located in Huntington, NY. Call for further information 888.999.4038

TIMEPIECES: The Most Distinguished Accessory Has Many Surprises For 2011

maddaloni — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 20:32:17 +0000

The buzz in the timepiece industry for 2011 has been at all time highs; time has not been standing still for designing in the world of watches. We usually see one big newsmaker,

: Bremont BC S2

but this year watch brands are bringing it on BIG! As we are all looking forward to Basel in March, we have been hearing the color ‘brown’ in many different hues is the notable trend in timepiece design. The standout look is weathered brown, complementing a strap and case, which transcends military chic and of course fierce functionality!

: Ryan Seacrest Wearing Bremont’s Alt1-C

New comer to the watch industry is ‘Bremont’. The collections are making big noise and has the quality and design to back them up. Many celebrities have been spotted wearing the fashionable timepieces around the globe. Ryan Secrest will be sporting the Alt1-C on the 2011 season of American Idol. We are so excited to see the P-51 Limited Edition watch which

Tom Cruise Wearing U-Boat's Alt1-C

will be unveiled on May 5, 2011 with there NY retailor Maddaloni Jewelers. The collection will be limited to 251 pieces and will be built with original parts from the famous 1944 Mustang WWII aircraft. Tag Heuer is keeping their rise into the more complicated timepieces with their Carrera collection. Alpina is coming out with an Aviator collection to round out the brand. Ladies pieces are all the rage for Fredique Constant adding another ladies collection to the brand. The most exciting news comes from Christian Dior, with the launch of the highly secretive new ladies timepiece constructed in sapphire crystal.

Timepiece Maintenance…..A Must

maddaloni — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:15:07 +0000

All fine timepieces require routine maintenance and servicing. Most overhauls last 3 to 4 years simply due to the longevity of the oils used for lubrication inside the movement. When the oil lubricants begin to dry up the moving parts of the mechanisms begin to produce friction, which cause the parts to breakdown, affecting the accuracy of the watch. If your mechanical watch is running more than 2 to 3 minutes fast or slow it may be time for an overhaul. Make sure your watchmaker:
-Completely disassembles the watch in order to clean, oil, and time, using state of the art equipment
-Cleans all moving parts with specialized cleaning solvents. Properly lubricates with only the highest-grade lubricants and oils .
-Tests for accuracy. Your watch should be tested with perfect timing over period of 72 hours to assure accuracy, water resistance, and proper operation of all functionality.

Maintenance of a fine timepiece will ensure the integrity and precision intended for watch.

Ulysse Nardin Black Diver Monaco Timepiece

maddaloni — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 17:00:37 +0000

Congratulations to Ulysse Nardin Monaco Timepiece, to have been chosen as the special limited edition watch for the Monaco Yacht Show (Sept. 22-25). The show is packed with extravagant events and visited by the worlds most elite. The MYS has not only been committed to providing visitors with everything luxury, they are raising

funds for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a rare genetic illness that affects boys: one birth in3500. This very special timepiece is in all black with a bit of midnight blue elements on the dial (hands and some of the markers). The steel case is covered in a matte black vulcanized rubbercoating. The case is 45.8mm wide (200 meters water resistant) and has arotating diver’s bezel and a rubber strap with a black ceramic link on each end. The clasp is also done in black ceramic. Inside the automatic movement lies a subsidiary seconds dial and power reserve indicator. On the back of the watch you can see the movement along with a special “Monaco” image on the sapphire exhibition window. The Ulysse Nardin Monaco 2010 Marine Diver watch will be limited to just 100 pieces.