VULCAIN places its V-21 self-winding movment in the service of extremes.
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GMT X-TREME AUTOMATIQUE
The Manufacture in Le Locle is reiterating its intention to anchor part of its range in the universe of the extreme by offering an even more ruggedly virile version of the GMT X-TREME model, now equipped with the first ever self-winding Cricket calibre.
The 12-lignes (12''') movement is equipped with twin barrels – one to deliver the energy required for the hour, minute, date and seconds functions, and the other to operate the alarm function with its 15 to 20-second ring. This movement beats at 18,000 vibrations per hour and is endowed with a 42-hour power reserve. The new self-winding Cricket V-21 movement comprising 257 parts is equipped like its predecessors with Vulcain's patented Exactomatic system which equals out the friction exercised in all positions on the balance-staff by modifying the endstones on the incabloc shock-absorbers. This results in regular amplitude and thus enhanced precision and improved regularity of rate on the wrist. The reliable high-performance self-winding Cricket V-21 alarm movement features a new hammer and anvil pin system for the alarm function. The innovation lies in an arm which, coupled with the hammer, strikes an anvil pin which is now placed at the centre of the movement. These breakthrough technological features, combined with the new design of the GMT X-TREME AUTOMATIC, make Vulcain's grand entrance into the field of sports watches a truly noteworthy event.
As well as equipping this new model with a calibre also set to become a legend, the Manufacture in Le Locle also treats it to a powerful, sleek look. The 44 m case in steel and titanium, steel and 18K rose gold or black titanium versions exudes a resolutely virile charm. Its proportions appear to be ‘inflated' by the asymmetrical effect created by the fast date adjustment pushpiece at 10 o'clock and that of the alarm between 2 and 3 o'clock, extended by the winding-crown between 3 and 4 o'clock. There is nothing remotely classic about this aesthetic choice that guarantees extreme user friendliness – as indeed does the fluted outer bezel, which is rotated to indicate the time around the world on a 24-hour display. From Paris to Mexico via New York or Moscow, adventurers and travel enthusiasts will certainly appreciate this new feature. The hands sweeping over broad Superluminova-coated hour-markers have been redesigned to reinforce the sporting nature of the GMT X-TREME AUTOMATIC, to which a new vulcanised rubber strap sets the perfect finishing touch.
Enhanced readability, distinctive dynamism, powerful virility… With the new GMT X-TREME AUTOMATIC, Vulcain is reaffirming its ambitions in the field of sports and exploration. A vocation for action notably reinforced by the introduction of its new self-winding Calibre V-21.
RÉF : 211932.206RF
Titanium & steel – Black dial – Rubber strap
CASE : Titanium & Steel 316L, Titanium & 18K pink gold or Black finish Titanium & Steel
CASE DIMENSIONS : Diameter 44.00 mm - Length 54.00 mm - Height 17.20 mm
DIALS : Black or silver
CALIBRE : Vulcain Cricket V-21 - 12''' mechanical automatic alarm
FREQUENCY : 18'000 vibrations / hour
RUBIES : 23
POWER RESERVE: 42 hours
ALARM DURATION : 15 to 20 seconds
CRYSTAL : Top : domed shape sapphire, glare proofed – Back : flat sapphire
WATER-RESISTANCE : 100 meters/330 feet
STRAP : vulcanised rubber or calf leather - Dimensions : 22/18 mm
BUCKLE : Black Titanium & Steel 316L or Titanium, folding type with security pushersTechnical Characteristics :
-Vulcain proprietary Cricket Calibre self-wending alarm, double barrel, 257 components. Equipped with the Exactomatic system guaranteeing regular amplitude and enhanced rating precision.
-Functions: hour, minute, centre seconds, alarm, date window, world time on 24 hours.
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