Baume et mercier capeland flyback chronograph posted by howtobeswell on february 17, 20 one year ago i shared my first post on my own baume et mercier capeland, so i thought it proper for the one year anniversary of how to be swell i would again write about a baume mercier capeland, only this time one that unfortunately isnt in my. It could have been made a bit smaller 42mm would be just perfect to make the experience both more comfortable and more appealing to. The baume and mercier capeland shelby cobra 18k red gold flyback chronograph moa 10233. With its sportchic design, retro accents and warm tones, it is an invitation to. The capeland flyback chronograph is the perfect example of the capeland collection. Capeland 10063 automatic, chronograph, tachymeter, telemeter with a blue alligator bracelet and silvered dial featuring a date aperture, telemeter and tachymeter, the design of this capeland chronograph. It is currently at the bm service center for a full service. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and. The movement is a variation of a 7750 with a flyback complication added.
Baume et mercier capeland flyback chronograph automatic. With its sportchic design, retro accents and warm tones, it is an invitation to escape, a symbol of the connecting line between a man and his dreams. Baume et mercier capeland automatic chronograph watch with a swiss eta 7750 movement. All baume et mercier watches find your luxury timepiece. As opposed to a simple chronograph, the flyback eliminates many superfluous repetitive operations, by using a single push for stopping, resetting and restarting the chronograph. I like the capeland but the silver on silver is very difficult to read. Save up to 50% on all pre owned watches at crown and caliber. Moa7 baume and mercier capeland gold flyback mens watch. The dial offers a distinctly vintage appeal with telemeter and tachymeter sc.
The sapphire crystal houses a tachometer and the menacing cobra emblem, while the drivers racing number, no. The baume and mercier capeland shelby cobra 18k red gold flyback chronograph moa 10233 is limited to 98 pieces and shares much in common with the capeland. M0a10232 and euro 17,800 swiss francs 17,000 for the red gold one ref. Baume and mercier capeland chronograph flyback mens watch. With its retro yet contemporary design, the capeland chronograph features a nicely balanced and dynamic graphic appeal that asserts it as the archetypal chic and elegant timepiece. Now a member of the richemont group, the manufacture is known for its clifton, classima, capeland, and hampton lines, most of which fall into the midrange price category. I am positive that this version of the capeland will appeal to many representatives of the generation of baby boomers looking for a nice classic chronograph at a relatively.
Today, baume et mercier is recognized worldwide for its luxury timepieces that fall into four distinct collections linea, classima, capeland and hampton. By 1918 the baume family joined together with the mercier. Find great deals on ebay for baume mercier capeland and baume mercier capeland chronograph. The overall impression of the capeland flyback chronograph is that baume et mercier pulled out all the stops and nailed it perfectly. This instrument driven by an automatic selfwinding movement, and has been fitted with a luxe strap that is secured by a triple folding clasp.
It is dressy and sporty, vintage and modern, all at the same. Buy baume and mercier capeland chronograph flyback mens watch 6 at. The prices of the baume et mercier capeland shelby cobra are euro 3,900 swiss francs 3,900 for the steel version ref. All watches in the capeland shelby cobra collection arrive in special packaging with an exclusive miniature of the 427 cobra, in addition to a custom brochure and card. Certain watches exist, whose universe is clear at first glance. Now a member of the richemont group, the manufacture is known for its clifton, classima, capeland. Blue hands would have made it a little classier looking and more readable.
Owners of the red gold flyback chronograph will also receive a book detailing the full history of the cobra. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. With a selfwinding caliber equipped with a flyback function, its the ideal watch to embrace the whole world at a glance. In 2011, baume et mercier gave the capeland series a badlyneeded reboot and the company looked to its past for inspiration, drawing from classic designs from the 40s and 50s.
The watch is been serviced and has not been worn since then. Beautiful baume et mercier capeland with the flyback function. Baume et mercier capeland chronograph automatic m0a10167. Jan 24, 2011 for 2011 the 180yearold brand is launching a new chronograph in its capeland line. Baume et mercier capeland flyback chronograph how to be swell. Mercier m0a10086 capeland flyback chronograph grey dial 44mm ss ss. While the standard capeland chronograph is handsome enough, the flyback chronograph is a nearperfect marriage of retro design cues with modern size and build. Baume et mercier capeland chronograph watch mv045216. In this watch test feature from our archives, watchtime gives this luxurysport chronograph the onceover, with original photos by okphotography. Accepted questions and its answers are generally posted in 24 business days. Baume and mercier capeland flyback baume et mercier. This is toward the top of the line of the capeland collection, only matched by a version of this model with a solid 18k rose gold case that is more expensive. The new capeland, though, is not a retread of old designs. Its about 7 years old, and the clasp, hands and crystal will probably need to be replaced in the next 23 years.
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