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BusinessToday
4 days ago
- Business
- BusinessToday
Vacheron Constantin's Grand Complication Gets a Transparent Makeover
Vacheron Constantin has launched a remarkable new timepiece: the Les Cabinotiers Temporis Duo Grand Complication Openface. Created as a one-off edition, it combines three of watchmaking's most prestigious complications in a single watch. With a minute repeater, split-second chronograph, and tourbillon regulator, it represents a bold expression of the brand's technical and artistic capabilities. At the core of the Les Cabinotiers Temporis Duo Grand Complication Openface is the Calibre 2757 S, a movement comprising nearly 700 components. This intricate mechanism is visible through the open-faced sapphire dial and transparent case back, providing a rare view into the complexity of high-end watchmaking. The movement integrates a single push-piece split-second chronograph, a minute repeater with a silent centripetal governor, and a tourbillon with a spherical hairspring for improved isochronism. Despite the high complication count, the movement remains slim at just 10.4 mm thick and 33.3 mm across. Advanced materials such as titanium, aluminium, and silicon help reduce friction, increase efficiency, and support a 50-hour power reserve—even when the chronograph is in use. Encased in 45mm of 5N pink gold, the watch reflects the Maison's legacy of engineering and design. The 0.5 mm-thick sapphire dial blends polished and frosted finishes, complemented by 5N gold rings, grey NAC-treated hour markers, and green PVD-coated aluminium chronograph hands. These elements match the green alligator strap, creating a cohesive visual identity. The dial and case back showcase the calibre's fine hand-finishing. Bevelled edges, polished surfaces, and engraved details highlight the craftsmanship behind each part. The blackened bridges on the movement's reverse are sandblasted and outlined with mirror-polished sinks, revealing the architectural depth of the design. Even the striking governor bears the engraved initials of Jean-Marc Vacheron, a subtle nod to the brand's heritage. Functionally, the split-second chronograph is driven by two dedicated column wheels—one for the chronograph and the other for the rattrapante. Time is recorded to 1/5th of a second via two central seconds hands and a 30-minute counter at 2 o'clock, controlled through intuitive pushers at 2 and 4 o'clock. The minute repeater uses a silent flying strike governor, balancing centrifugal and centripetal forces to regulate the chimes without mechanical noise, delivering crisp and clear sound on demand. What sets this timepiece apart is the sheer attention to detail in its finishing. Each of the 696 components has been meticulously hand-finished, with some taking longer to decorate than to assemble. Techniques such as mirror polishing, sandblasting, and hand-bevelling create a dynamic interplay of textures and light that enhances the visual complexity of the movement. While these complications have historically appeared in pocket watches, combining them in a wristwatch remains rare. The Les Cabinotiers Temporis Duo Grand Complication Openface defies convention, uniting three of horology's most demanding mechanisms in a refined, transparent case. Related
Stuff.tv
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Stuff.tv
Vacheron Constantin's latest Grand Complication is made up of almost 700 pieces
There are complicated watches, and then there's this. Vacheron Constantin has just dropped the Les Cabinotiers Temporis Duo Grand Complication Openface – a one-off wristwatch with a frankly outrageous 696 components inside. It's a proper horological flex, pairing extreme complexity with a green-tinged dose of style. It could be one of the best watches, ever. And I can't stop staring at it. Why? Because the pink gold case and lush green strap might first catch your eye, but it's the see-through sapphire dial – exposing almost everything beneath – that keeps it there. This isn't just showboating; it's a showcase of the Maison's mechanical might. Inside sits Calibre 2757 S, packing in a minute repeater, split-seconds chronograph and a tourbillon with a spherical hairspring – three of watchmaking's trickiest complications. I've seen plenty of complicated timepieces over the years, but this looks like it's on another level. Just imagining the single push-piece chronograph in action – with those twin aluminium seconds hands – is enough to make any watch geek giddy. The repeater mechanism, with its clever centripetal governor, promises crisp, musical chimes rather than dull clunks. And that Maltese-cross tourbillon is a masterclass in watchmaking design. Vacheron Constantin has thrown every trick it knows at this movement. Lightweight materials like titanium and silicon keep things efficient. That open-face design isn't just pretty – it makes all the polishing, bevelling and brushing visible. Even the underside's a treat, with hand-finished black bridges and a flyweight-suspended gong system engraved with founder Jean-Marc Vacheron's initials. Even with all the technical fireworks packed inside, it's surprisingly wearable on paper. The movement is just 10.4mm thick – impressively slim considering what it does – and paired with that green strap and 45mm pink gold case, it should be pretty balanced on the wrist. Sure, no one reading this will ever own it. But that's beside the point. The Les Cabinotiers Temporis Duo Grand Complication Openface isn't just a watch; it's a statement. It proves that after 270 years, Vacheron Constantin can still push boundaries – not by reinventing the wheel, but by building one with almost 700 perfectly finished parts. And with green accents, no less. Liked this? 7 watches I'd actually buy in the Goldsmiths sale
Business Upturn
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Grabar Law Office Investigates Claims on Behalf of Long-Term Shareholders of Maison Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ
PHILADELPHIA, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Maison Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: MSS) Class Action Survives Motion to Dismiss: Grabar Law Office is investigating claims on behalf of shareholders of Maison Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: MSS) as an underlying securities fraud class action has survived a motion to dismiss the complaint. If you are a current Maison Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: MSS) shareholder who purchased Maison shares on or near its October 5, 2023 IPO, you can seek corporate reforms, the return of money back to the company, and a court approved incentive award at no cost to you whatsoever. Please visit contact Joshua Grabar at [email protected] or call us at 267-507-6085 WHY? An underlying securities fraud class action complaint alleges that in Maison Solutions Inc.'s (NASDAQ: MSS) IPO Registration Statement and throughout the Class Period (October 5, 2023 through December 15, 2023), Maison, through certain of its officers, made materially false and/or misleading statements, including failing to disclose to investors: (1) that the Company's vendor XHJC Holdings Inc., is a related party; (2) that the Company's CEO and related entities were alleged to have used supermarkets as a front to defraud the EB-5 visa program; and (3) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. On March 31, 2025, material portions of the underlying securities fraud complaint survived a motion to dismiss. WHAT YOU CAN DO NOW: If you purchased Maison Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: MSS) shares on or near its October 5, 2023 IPO and still hold shares today, you are encouraged to visit contact Joshua Grabar at [email protected] , or call 267-507-6085. You may be able to seek corporate reforms, the return of funds back to the company, and a court approved incentive award at no cost to you whatsoever. $MSS #MaisonSolutions Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI): Current Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) shareholders who have held Methode Electronics shares since prior to June 23, 2022, can seek corporate reforms, the return of funds back to the company, and a court approved incentive award – all at no cost to them whatsoever. To learn more visit: contact Joshua Grabar at [email protected], or call 267-507-6085. Why: A recently filed underlying securities fraud class action complaint alleges that Methode Electronics, via certain of its officers and directors, made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Methode Electronics had lost highly skilled and experienced employees during the COVID-19 pandemic necessary to successfully complete Methode Electronics' transition from its historic low mix, high volume production model to a high mix, low production model at its Monterrey facility; (ii) Methode Electronics' attempts to replace its General Motors center console production with more diversified, specialized products for a wider array of vehicle manufacturers and OEMs, in particular in the electric vehicle ('EV') space, had been plagued by production planning deficiencies, inventory shortages, vendor and supplier problems, and, ultimately, botched execution of Methode Electronics' strategic plans; (iii) Methode Electronics' manufacturing systems at its critical Monterrey facility suffered from a variety of logistical defects, such as improper system coding, shipping errors, erroneous delivery times, deficient quality control systems, and failures to timely and efficiently procure necessary raw materials; (iv) Methode Electronics had fallen substantially behind on the launch of new EV programs out of its Monterrey facility, preventing Methode Electronics from timely receiving revenue from new EV program awards; and (v) as a result, Methode Electronics was not on track to achieve the 2023 diluted earnings-per-share guidance or the 3-year 6% organic sales compound annual growth rate represented to investors and such estimates lacked a reasonable factual basis. What You Can Do Now: Current Methode Electronics shareholders who have held Methode Electronics stock since prior to June 23, 2022, can seek corporate reforms, the return of funds back to the company, and a court approved incentive award at no cost to them whatsoever. If you would like to learn more about this matter, you are encouraged to visit contact Joshua Grabar at [email protected], or call 267-507-6085. #Methode #MethodeElectronics $MEI Treace Medical Concepts, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMCI) If you have held Treace Medical Concepts (NASDAQ: TMCI) shares continuously since prior to May 8, 2023, you can seek corporate reforms, the return of funds back to the Company, and a court approved incentive award at no cost you. Visit or contact Joshua H. Grabar at [email protected] or call 267-507-6085 to learn more. Why? A recently filed securities class action complaint alleges that, Treace Medical Concepts, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMCI), via certain of its officers, made materially false and/or misleading statements and failed to disclose adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, the Complaint alleges Defendants failed to disclose that: (1) competition impacted the demand for and utilization of its primary product, the Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction System; (2) as a result, Treace Medical's revenue declined, and the Company needed to accelerate its plans to offer a product that served as an alternative to osteotomy (a surgical procedure involving the cutting and realignment of a bone to improve its position or function); and (3) Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. What You Can Do Now: Current Treace shareholders who have held Treace shares since prior to May 8, 2023, can seek corporate reforms, the return of funds back to the company, and a court approved incentive award at no cost to them whatsoever. If you would like to learn more about this matter, you are encouraged to visit contact us at [email protected], or call 267-507-6085. #Treace $TMCI Xponential Fitness Inc. (NYSE: XPOF): Current Xponential Fitness Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) shareholders who have continuously held Xponential shares since on or shortly after the company's July 2021 IPO, can seek corporate reforms, the return of funds back to company coffers, and a court approved incentive award at no cost to them whatsoever. Learn more or join by Clicking email Joshua Grabar at [email protected], or call us at 267-507-6085. WHAT IS HAPPENING: Grabar Law Office is investigating claims on behalf of long-term Xponential shareholders. The investigation concerns whether certain officers of the company have breached their fiduciary duties owed to the company. BASIS OF THE INVESTIGATION: A securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed that alleges that Xponential Fitness (NYSE: XPOF), through certain of its officers and directors, made false and misleading statements or failed to disclose that: (1) Xponential had permanently closed at least 30 stores; (2) Xponential's reported same-store sales and average unit volume metrics had been misstated by excluding underperforming stores; (3) 8 out of 10 Xponential brands were losing money monthly; (4) over 50% of Xponential studios did not make a positive financial return; (5) over 60% of Xponential's revenue was one-time and non-recurring; (6) more than 100 of Xponential's franchises were for sale at a price that is at least 75% less than their initial cost; (7) Xponential had misled many of its franchisees into opening franchises by misrepresenting the financial profile and profitability of its studios, as well as the expected rate of return for new studio openings; (8) many Xponential franchisees were substantially in debt, suffering high attrition rates and running non-viable studios that had no realistic path to profitability; and (9) based on the foregoing, defendants lacked a reasonable factual basis for their positive statements about Xponential's then-current business operations and future financial prospects. YOUR RIGHTS: Current Xponential Fitness shareholders who have held Xponential Fitness shares since on or shortly after the company's July 2021 IPO can seek corporate reforms, the return of funds back to the company, and a court approved incentive award at no cost to them whatsoever. If you would like to learn more about this matter or join it, you are encouraged to visit contact Joshua H. Grabar at [email protected], or call 267-507-6085. $XPOF #XponentialFitness Attorney Advertising Disclaimer Contact:Joshua H. Grabar, Law OfficeOne Liberty Place1650 Market Street, Suite 3600Philadelphia, PA 19103Tel: 267-507-6085 Email: [email protected]
Graziadaily
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Louis Vuitton Lights Up Mallorca With Its New High Jewellery Launch
It's a European grand tour for fashion house Louis Vuitton, who earlier this week presented its Cruise collection in the Palais des Papes, a 14th-century palace in France. The Maison keeping in theme with the ready-to-wear show, relocated to the Gothic-style castle of Castell de Bellver to present Virtuosity, its 110 piece collection of one-of-a-kind high jewellery pieces that were chapters of an artistic manifesto. The round shape interior of the castle, dating back to the 13th century and was once the residence to the Kings of Mallorca, served as the runway to the Haute Joillerie collection. As a live orchestra performed, the models who were wearing made-to-measure looks created by Nicolas Ghesquiere walked around the seated audience showcasing the collection. The collection itself, which is split into two worlds, were equally distinct and unique and truly showcased the Louis Vuitton jewellery makers outstanding creativity, and technical craftsmanship. In part one The World of Mastery, the Savior necklace sets the tone of the craftsmanship featuring a hypnotic 30.56k triangle-cut Australian black opal, surrounded by sharp geometric shapes and meticulous emerald beadwork dedicated to the chevron 'V' shape of the brand's logo and finished off with a 28.01 carat emerald drop, which took over 1500 hours to complete. Within this world there was also the Protection chocker featuring a 3.02k pearl drop, and the Keeper suite- a personal favourite, which features unisex brooches that incorporates the all-seeing eye design with sapphire, alexandrite stones and an impressive 32.85 carat Sri Lankan Chrysoberyl. As we move to part two of the story, The World of Creativity , we reach new spectacular heights. Chokers are articulated to mould the wearer's neckline, and to move with it. Gemmological combinations of tourmalines, sapphires and rubellites are set and contrasted on ropes of yellow gold. 114 luminous pearls, not previously seen in a Vuitton High Jewellery line before, adorned a dynamic rope inspired necklace Connection , which also consisted of 2,000 diamonds. There was no shortage of spectacular moments, but the grand finale Eternal Sun was a breathtaking 46.13k yellow diamond dominated necklace shaped into an infinity-like spiral. Set with over 27 yellow diamonds, it took Louis Vuitton's gemmologist seven years to source enough colour-matched diamonds to set into the necklace, and suspended at the centre to complete the piece was a 14k yellow diamond. A true ode to craft and creativity indeed. Molly Haylor is a fashion stylist and creative consultant based in London, and is currently the style director of Grazia Magazine.
France 24
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- France 24
Jules Verne: The 'Extraordinary Voyages' of a visionary French writer
France 12:14 Issued on: From the show This week we delve into the life of Jules Verne, one of the world's most widely translated writers. The French author's "Extraordinary Voyages" include "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", "Around the World in Eighty Days" and "Journey to the Center of the Earth". They continue to inspire fans of adventure stories, 120 years after his death in 1905. Many consider Verne to be one of the founding fathers of science fiction, while others see him as a visionary. Those familiar with the man himself speak of a tireless worker, with an unparalleled gift for making his ideas accessible to all and, with the help of his publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel, a creator of imaginary worlds that are still part of the cultural landscape today. We discuss Verne's life and legacy with Jean Verne, his great-grandson; Céline Giton, author of "Jules Verne: an Extraordinary Animal Anthology"; Agnès Marcetteau-Paul, author of "The very curious Jules Verne"; and Pierre Stépanoff, director of the Maison Jules Verne in Amiens.
