Born in Pescara in 1863, D’Annunzio was one of the most prominent protagonists on the European cultural scene between the 19th and 20th centuries. A poet, novelist and playwright, politician, soldier and aesthete, D’Annunzio was a modern personality who lived his life like the “superman” that he portrayed in his works. Driven by the ambition to fulfil this role under any circumstance, he was one of the most fervent interventionists during the 1st World War, in which he played his role despite being over fifty at the time.

He took part in many risky military actions: the air raid on Pola, the flight over Vienna, the Bakar mockery and especially the occupation of Fiume. The latter operation figured in what was to become one of the most famous of D’Annunzio’s sayings, “Ardisco non ordisco” (I don’t plot, I dare), an open challenge to government and institutions, but also the expression of a determined man with firm convictions. The author’s sensitivity and attention to evolution and the man’s modernisation process is evident in his literary output – a blend of classical and contemporary texts in a refined, noble style – and in the life of the “Vate” (Poet), always attentive to technology, mechanics and innovation.

“O rinnovarsi o morire!” (Man must either renew himself or die); this neatly sums up D’Annunzio’s entire career, characterised by a continuous “renewal” of forms, themes and modes bearing witness to the futuristic influence of those times. These same values link Eberhard & Co. to D’Annunzio: the same sensitivity and technical research that the Swiss Omega Replica watchmaker puts into creating its collections, always connected with the contemporary man’s evolution. Rolex Replica Watches of timeless character, an expression of the marriage between a tradition that is over a century old and constant innovation, both technical and aesthetical.

The close link between Eberhard & Co. Replica Watches UK and Gabriele D’Annunzio is cemented by a great love for the world of motor sports and one of its greatest personalities: Tazio Nuvolari. The poet was a friend and supporter of the driver – one of the greatest of all times. He met him in 1932 and gave himr one of his photos with a dedication and a little gold tortoise with the words “For the fastest man in the world, the slowest animal”. This tortoise, the driver’s lucky charm, can be found on the dials in the collection of Tazio Nuvolari chronographs dedicated by Eberhard & Co. to the “flying Mantuan”, a motor racing legend.

Extra Fort “Ardisco non ordisco”, ref. 31954, limited edition of 150.
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The Extra-fort “Ardisco non ordisco” is produced in a limited edition of just 150 pieces, to celebrate the 150th anniversary of D’Annunzio’s birth. The automatic chronograph comes in 41 mm steel case and a face that reflects the great personality of the man to whom it is dedicated: black with white contrasts, personalised with the author’s signature, the 150th anniversary date and the famous motto “Ardisco non ordisco” – in a Liberty style font – adorning the profile of the 30 minute chronograph counter at 3 o’clock. D’Annunzio’s signature is also etched on the back, which is closed with 6 screws. 50 m waterproof, this special Extra-fort is available with a crocodile strap or “Chalin” steel bracelet.

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Making its first appearance in 2010 jointly with the Amadeo® case, the BOVET by Pininfarina Collection has already featured three exclusive tourbillon timepieces (OTTANTA®, OTTANTADUE and OTTANTATRE) as well as a chronograph (Cambiano) available in many different versions.

The story of this new timepiece began with the presentation, at the Geneva Motor Show 2013, of the “Sergio” concept car designed by Pininfarina on Ferrari base. It was named after Sergio Pininfarina, the president of the family business for 40 years Omega Replica Watches.

The “Sergio” concept car, designed by Pininfarina on Ferrari base.
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This split-seconds chronograph, also known as the “Sergio”, shares the same refinement, reliability and engineering virtuosity of its namesake. The movement is a self-winding mechanical chronograph, featuring a small-second, a 30 minute counter and a power-reserve indicator. As its name implies, it is capable of measuring any number of intermediate times, a function particularly sought-after in the world of motor sport. The push-pieces positioned on either side of the crown fulfill their normal functions, respectively start and stop for the first, and reset for the second.

To activate the split-seconds function, a third push-piece – often frowned upon because it detracts from the symmetry of the timepiece – is required. The artisans of BOVET designed a split-second push-piece coaxial to the crown. This solution does not detract from the harmonious balance of the case and locates the push-piece in an optimal position for rapid and precise manipulations.

BOVET by Pininfarina “ Sergio ” Split-Second Chronograph
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The aesthetic codes unique to the collection are much in evidence. The Pininfarina team has dressed the chronograph with sporty and elegant lines, matching the strong identity of the collection of the timepieces with the one of the concept car.

After approving the specification in terms of its technical conformity, the Dimier design office in collaboration with the Pininfarina design team released the timepiece for production to the Manufacture’s different workshops.

Four parts of the dial have been lowered. One houses the 30 minute chronograph counter at 12 o’clock, while the small-seconds are positioned at 6 o’clock and the power-reserve indicator at 3 o’clock. Meanwhile the fourth area, at 9 o’clock, accommodates the two names BOVET 1822 and Pininfarina. These two areas are perforated with multiple micro-apertures, a special feature virtually omnipresent on the timepiece’s motoring namesake. The highly specific shapes of these four areas carry a distinct echo of the vehicle’s aerodynamic elements.

An anthracite ruthenium treatment enhances the volumes and different surface finishes of the dial for a striking effect. The different graduations are pad-printed in white. This combination of colours is known to guarantee optimal legibility regardless of light levels and ambient reflections.

Like all timepieces in the collection, the “Sergio” Chronograph features the Amadeo® convertible system which makes it possible to instantly convert it into a wrist cheap replica Omega watches, a miniature table clock or a sports timer. An optional chain adds the possibility of wearing this timepiece as a pocket watch.

The “Sergio “ Split-Second Chronograph is available in a limited edition of 250 timepieces.

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