Basel 2008: Harry Winston Z5 Watch

The Harry Winston Z5 watch carries on the reputation of the prestigious house for producing rare luxury timepieces in Zalium, an exotic zirconium-alloy employed primarily in aerospace applications.  The new model offers a unique double time zone indication and a tourbillon, showcasing these prestigious horological specialties within an expressive and avant garde format that emphasizes modernity and superb craftsmanship.

The Harry Winston Z5 watch's zalium case measures 45mm in diameter; its predominant satin-finished theme serves to highlight the intricacy of the dial design and the unique crown protectors whose shape is inspired by the elegant arch-shaped entranceway to the Harry Winston boutique.  The intricate dial features a unique combination of textures and finishes; the silvery lower half frames the tourbillon aperture, while the upper anthracite section is defined by a striking 'Cotes de Geneve' pattern.  Blue accents on the time displays, the Harry Winston logo, and the small seconds hand provide an eye-catching contrast.

A complex self-winding mechanical movement animates the watch.  Ideal for travelers, the mechanism offers two separate hour and minute displays, which can keep track of any two timezones of choice; the smaller display at left is supplemented by a window type display above it, which showcases one of 24 reference cities throughout the world.  The tourbillon cage completes a single revolution on its axis every minute.   Power reserve of the movement is 110 hours, when it is fully wound.

Each Harry Winston Z5 watch is completed by a tapered rubber strap that features the mysterious 'shuriken' logo, and a buckle in zalium.  The timepiece is fitted with sapphire crystals, and is rated water resistant to 100 meters.