More BIG pics on the Z4 and some answers

More BIG pics on the Z4 and some answers
Jun 04 2008,16:58 PM

Regarding Z4, I think it is the coolest of the Oceans HWRT developed..yes the shiriken star was a part of legacy ..no doubt. It is good that HWRT does keep history, even contemporary ones..with Max Busser.

Z4 was inspired by ... Opus 1, the chronometer a resonnance with the 2 counters. That is what HWRT wanted for a watch for travellers. But different and more modern. So this Z4 was a first for HWRT in many ways.

1) They mastered the module concept, so much like Journe did with the Octa. So the idea really came from one of their many ingeniors and was further developed with Agenhor. It was more flexible for HWRT's team to master the development experience and also further down the line the assembly of such a module. As an example, this is how they managed to put the symbol of the Ocean, the Shuriken, where HWRT wanted in such a tight space.

2) Technical meets with aesthetic design. It was the first time for them to use the design around the technical elements. This is the 3D dial. The fact of having different shades of black and a real depth gives a dynamic visual involvement with the watch and the wearer.

3) The base movement, GP is quite small. You will see a plain back case on the Zalium pieces but open asymetrical one on the gold versions.

4) The thickness of the watch is quite good also as thiner than the Z1.

So finally,the ideal travelling watch, with 2 time zones, with 2 night and day indicator and a vertical date, the date was missing in Z1.

Very nice pictures Bernard, but you need to stop it (lol) ...
Jun 04 2008,22:46 PM

I am just recovering from marriage of youngest daughter and making plans for 55th birthday so I don't need any more financial distractions. Everytime I read your posts I seem to have a relapse of hand-in-wallet disease that I initially caught after reading your wonderful story on the delivery of Freak #98. I guess my mantra should be "so many watches not enough cheese."

Cheers and live well!

This message has been edited by AV on 2008-06-04 22:48:54

Wow, Bernard, this Z4 is higher and higher in my wish list
Jun 04 2008,23:09 PM

I still don't have any Independant watch, and this Z4 could be a nice idea!

I love its style, its complications, the fact it is a traveller's watch, the shape of the case, too and for once this is not " a watch you need to sell your house for"...LOL

I really have to see one the flesh to confirm this very good first feeling...

Thanks, Bernard.

Nicolas

This message has been edited by amanico on 2008-06-04 23:15:16

Bernard... i wish i hadn't seem this post...really...
Jun 07 2008,16:34 PM

Z4 is just so beautiful in live shot... now i m struggling between Z4 & Ironman de lune; there can be only one for me hence i would really like to hear ur take on the 2 pieces as i notice u liked both a lot too. Much appreciated



By: bernard cheong (registered) PM Posts: 5710	More BIG pics on the Z4 and some answers Jun 04 2008,16:58 PM Regarding Z4, I think it is the coolest of the Oceans HWRT developed..yes the shiriken star was a part of legacy ..no doubt. It is good that HWRT does keep history, even contemporary ones..with Max Busser. Z4 was inspired by ... Opus 1, the chronometer a resonnance with the 2 counters. That is what HWRT wanted for a watch for travellers. But different and more modern. So this Z4 was a first for HWRT in many ways. 1) They mastered the module concept, so much like Journe did with the Octa. So the idea really came from one of their many ingeniors and was further developed with Agenhor. It was more flexible for HWRT's team to master the development experience and also further down the line the assembly of such a module. As an example, this is how they managed to put the symbol of the Ocean, the Shuriken, where HWRT wanted in such a tight space. 2) Technical meets with aesthetic design. It was the first time for them to use the design around the technical elements. This is the 3D dial. The fact of having different shades of black and a real depth gives a dynamic visual involvement with the watch and the wearer. 3) The base movement, GP is quite small. You will see a plain back case on the Zalium pieces but open asymetrical one on the gold versions. 4) The thickness of the watch is quite good also as thiner than the Z1. So finally,the ideal travelling watch, with 2 time zones, with 2 night and day indicator and a vertical date, the date was missing in Z1. Respond to this post \|



By: AV (registered) PM Posts: 89	Very nice pictures Bernard, but you need to stop it (lol) ... Jun 04 2008,22:46 PM I am just recovering from marriage of youngest daughter and making plans for 55th birthday so I don't need any more financial distractions. Everytime I read your posts I seem to have a relapse of hand-in-wallet disease that I initially caught after reading your wonderful story on the delivery of Freak #98. I guess my mantra should be "so many watches not enough cheese." Cheers and live well! This message has been edited by AV on 2008-06-04 22:48:54 Respond to this post \|



By: amanico (registered) PM Posts: 9018	Wow, Bernard, this Z4 is higher and higher in my wish list Jun 04 2008,23:09 PM I still don't have any Independant watch, and this Z4 could be a nice idea! I love its style, its complications, the fact it is a traveller's watch, the shape of the case, too and for once this is not " a watch you need to sell your house for"...LOL I really have to see one the flesh to confirm this very good first feeling... Thanks, Bernard. Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2008-06-04 23:15:16 Respond to this post \|



By: edlien (registered) PM Posts: 22	Bernard... i wish i hadn't seem this post...really... Jun 07 2008,16:34 PM Z4 is just so beautiful in live shot... now i m struggling between Z4 & Ironman de lune; there can be only one for me hence i would really like to hear ur take on the 2 pieces as i notice u liked both a lot too. Much appreciated Respond to this post \|

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