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Back-to-school time usually means tons of cheap, bright modern designs from big box stores. Case in point, these lacquered wood stackable chairs from Target are just $70 for the pair.

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WaterColor and Heat Emboss Cards with Amanda

Sunday, August 1st    11:00-3:00      $15

I just love these beautiful flower stamps! They have an abstract charm that just called to be covered in bling! This is a fantastic class to take if you have ever wanted to learn how to color in your stamped images with ease! Are you a beginner at stamping or heat embossing? Come and practice during this class! We will be focusing on watercloring with Tombow Markers and a waterbrush, as well as using several techniques to apply embossing powders!  This class is suitable for crafters of any level, see you there! 

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit, Waterbrush

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Touch of Tole Cards with Amanda    

Saturday, August 14th  12-3 pm     $20    

This paper is pure inspiration to me!  Upon the very site of these new papers from Webster’s Pages, I knew they wanted to be cut and layered!  Join Amanda for the afternoon and create these  three decadent cards which are just perfect for any anniversary, wedding or other very special occasion.  We will be practising our patience and detail cutting to achieve this fabulous 3-d paper effect! Dust off your exacto blade and details scissors… this class is not for the faint of heart! See you there! Hand-crafted envelopes included!

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit, exacto blade or detail scissors, self healing mat, fine tipped glue pen if you have one.

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97% Complete Paper Bag Mini Book with Amanda

Sunday, August 15th   12-3pm  $20

If you have ever taken the time to read the 7 Gypsies 97% Complete stickers, you would find they are full of ‘real life’ sayings and never dissappoint in the humour department! With more than 25 style in the store, there are lots to choose from! Sign up for this fun spin on the paper bag album and you can choose the stickers that you like or use the same set you see on the sample book! If you choose your own set of stickers, co-ordinating papers will be chosen to match your set perfectly!  This little book packs a punch with room for more that 20 photos and is bound with the Bind It All! 

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit, edge distressing tool

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‘La Dolce Vita’ Flower Cards with Sue

Saturday, August 21st 12-3pm $20

A touch of the sweet life! These beautiful cards combine lovely whimsical handstitched details, a soft color palette and gorgeous hand made flowers! If you have been following the trends this summer, you know that handmade flowers are all the rage! Come learn how it’s done! Scallops, ribbon and soft inking make these cards stunning, sign up today!

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit

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Pet Themed Envelope Mini Book with Amanda

Sunday, August 22nd  12-3pm  $25

We have all had a pet or animal that has changed our lives, this is the perfect little book to showcase that special friend!  This sweet little album, full of bright and cheerful colors, uses chipboard embellishments and papers from the new Basic Grey line called Max & Whiskers. When you sign up for this class, you will have a chance to personalize it with your choice of pet themed chip accent for the front cover! First come, first pick! See you there!  This sample is not quite finished, check back soon for completed sample photo.

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit

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Step Cards with Sue

Wednesday, August 25th  12-3pm  $20

Fun and bright colors will bring the sunshine inside with these fun ’step’ cards! Stamp, color, cut, fold and layer to achieve these fun 3-d designs. In this class, Sue will walk you through cuttlebugging with spellbinders, border punches and flower punches. This fun ’step’ technique will add a new and fun way to express your special wishes!

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit

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‘Life’s Portrait’ Mini Grunge Book with Amanda

Saturday, August 28th  12-4pm  $35

Come and take a walk on the wild side with Amanda!  Amanda’s wild side, that is! If you feel like crafting outside your normal tidy box, this is the class for you! Along with the fabulous new line ’Life’s Portrait’ from Webster’s Pages, we will be playing with paint techniques, distressing, inking and anything else we can throw at this little book to give it a very vintage distressed look! Come play with Amanda as she explores crafting with corrugated cardboard, plastic, crepe, ribbons and much more! You won’t want to miss this one! 

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit, edge distressing tool

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Take Ten: Summer Edition with Amanda

Sunday, August 29th   12-3 pm   $25

With so much going on during the summer, we could all use a little help filling our card box! Take advantage of this little gem of a class, where we will be coloring in these heat embossed summer images to complete ten cards! These fun summer designs offer something for all your card giving needs, from children to men, we’ve got it covered! We will be offering a take ten class for each season of the year, be sure catch this one, it’s our first!!

Supplies: Basic Tool Kit, coloring medium of  choice (I watercolored!)

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My cousin Joe Ricciardi, has been in the nautica/antique business for as long as I can remember. I remember as a kid being just as fascinated as I am now of his store SeaFarer, which is right outside of Atlantic City, NJ on Route 9, Oceanville, New Jersey 08231
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“A unique blend of nautical décor and antiques, furniture & gifts”
Beautiful selection of pond boat models (over 20 in stock). Examples: J. Yacht Columbia $199 , CatBoat $110, Bermuda Sloop $129.
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Ships wheels, great decor, made of teakwood with brass hub. 24″ dia $69.95, 30″ dia $89.95, 36″ dia $110.

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Authentic nautical furniture made from old ships hatch covers, portholes, and more. Items crafted by Joe Ricciardi, owner of SeaFarer Ltd.

Have a family room or den? How about adding a nautical bar? Pictured is a bar made from an authentic old hatch cover. Handcrafted by the owner Joe Ricciardi. Custom orders are also welcome.

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We abuse our mouths mercilessly. We care for the skin around our eyes, exfoliate our noses, but we overlook the one feature on our face that is constantly in motion. Not only have we subjected our poor lips to the blazing summer sun, but we also torture them every day while drinking, eating, smoking and talking.

Some of us even unwittingly bite or pull our lips with our fingers when we are stressed out or while we’re thinking about something. The result? A rough and flaky mouth. Most women assume they can cover this up with lipstick or gloss, and if you’re one of them, you are doing yourself a great disservice. Drawing attention to your lips by layering colour over them is the last thing you want to do when they are peeling.

To salvage your lips, you must exfoliate them before you use any kind of balm. Until you remove the dead layer of skin, no amount of chapstick or lipstick is going to heal your mouth. Ensure your pout is soft and smooth by giving one of our favourite exfoliation methods a shot.

Begin by applying either a little Vaseline or olive oil to your lips. If your mouth is extra flaky or rough, add a little sugar to the base product. Next, using a toothbrush (preferably not one that is electric and definitely not the one you are currently using for your teeth), gently start brushing the entire surface of your lips in small, circular motions. Be gentle – your mouth is delicate and will be sore if you brush harshly.

After about thirty seconds to a minute (depending on your sensitivity level), wash your lips with cold water and clean the brush. Finish up by moisturising your lips with a moisturising balm. For best results, remember to exfoliate at least every two weeks.

Once your mouth feels butter smooth, you can fearlessly apply lipstick without drawing attention to flakes. Feel confident when experimenting with the flirty fall colours appearing on catwalks everywhere, such as purple, red, orange and even black (yes, now you can enjoy Halloween every day).

But before you reach into your make-up bag, did you know that the colour of the lipstick you wear affects how big or small your lips look? Different shades can either make your lips appear plump like Angelina Jolie’s or thin like Jennifer Aniston’s. Augment your newly exfoliated mouth with colours that are perfect for your lip size.

If you’re plagued by a large pout and want to make your lips look smaller, skip the nudes. Instinct may lead you to believe that dark colours actually attract attention and should be avoided. However, in reality, deep shades will help to minimise your mouths appearance. Choose your colours by avoiding light, bright colours and sticking to darker, earthy tones.

Those who want their lips to appear larger than they are should seek out light to medium shades, such as nudes and lighter versions of pink and coral. Steer clear from deep shades, they will cause your lips to seem smaller. If you absolutely must go dark, be sure to counter the effect with a little shimmery gloss at the centre of your pout. The reflective particles will give the illusion of plumpness.

Whatever the measurements of your pout, we can’t stress enough the importance of caring for your mouth first. Pair your lipstick with soft, cared-for lips and we know you will rock any shade you choose.

Maria Saadat is author of the popular desi beauty site Lipstick Masala.

QUESTION TIME

Do you have a question about make-up? Can’t figure out a hairstyle for an upcoming wedding? Do your attempts at smoky eye make-up leave you looking like a raccoon? Have no fear! E-mail your questions and issues to  and Maria Saadat will respond to them in an upcoming column.

Published in The Express Tribune, August 13th, 2010.

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Search in Leavenworth-Consignment Search titles and descriptionsCollector Bookstore 724 Delaware Street Leavenworth, KS 66048 Collector Bookstore is a leading specialty retailer of price guides and reference books to inform and educate collectors and professionals in the antiques and collectors markets. Our customers include individual collectors, dealers, appraisers, auctioneers & other industry professionals. You won’t receive heavily thumbed shelf copies from us! We buy most titles directly from the publisher and individual authors. Authors are encouraged to submit their reference titles for our consideration. SCH-2005-0764322451-WH3 Christmas: 1960 to the Present by: Robert BrennerISBN:0764322451Book Title:Christmas 1960 to the Present: A Collector’s Guide to Decorations and Customs, Revised 2nd EditionAuthor:Robert BrennerBinding:Soft CoverCopyright:2005Pages:160Size:8.5 x 11 in.This item will fit in a flat rate envelope.Collector Bookstore is a retailer of new books located in Leavenworth, Kansas. We specialize in price guides and reference books for the antiques and collectibles industry. Table of Contents Christmas celebrations of the past forty years are shown through historical photographs, catalog pages, and over 530 photographs of artificial and real trees, Christmas ornaments, interior and exterior lights, candy containers, cards, tinsel garlands, and cheerful holiday figurines. Innovations in Christmas ornamentation, lighting, and display are presented–including artificial trees of the 1960s, country-style ornaments of the 1970s, 1980s chaser lights, and sophisticated 1990s European glass ornaments. Updated values are provided in the captions. With this wonderful book to inspire your search, you can carry the spirit of Christmas with you all year ’round!Frequently Asked Questions(lvCategorical generated 2010-07-23)

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In 2012, when you’re planning your Labor Day barbeque and getting your kids ready to go back to school, you will probably have to incorporate the NFL regular-season openers into your schedule.

That’s because 2012 will almost certainly be when the NFL turns to an 18-game regular season, based on serious discussions the owners held last week. The decision would most likely result in just two pre-season games, although the owners have the power under the current CBA to keep the present four and switch to an 18-game regular season.

The additional games would bring more leverage to negotiate more lucrative contracts with the networks and also give teams an opportunity to raise ticket prices. Let’s face it: It would also make Las Vegas happy because there would be two more weeks of extensive gambling on meaningful football games.

The only drawback appears to be the players getting shorted out of their share of the money considering that the likelihood of injuries in a longer season would increase. The average number of years of a player’s career would likely decrease.

So the NFL owners need to implement this plan in the right way. When they negotiate a new CBA for 2011, they should increase the players’ minimum salaries, add to the pension fund, and continue to commit to protecting players from injuries. If they do that, it’s win-win for everyone.

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Yield: about 3 quarts

• 25 1/4 ounces (750 milliliters) whole milk, see cook’s notes
• 8 1/4 ounces (250 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
• 1 1/3 cup sugar (300 grams), divided use
• 5 whole vanilla beans, Tahitian preferred
• 10 egg yolks
• 3 to 4 cups of ice cubes in a large bowl
• Ice cream machine

Cook’s notes: Use a liquid measuring cup to measure the milk and cream (those are the clear cups that are glass or see-through plastic). Often they have measurements in ounces on one side and liters on the other side.

Procedure:

1. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine whole milk and cream. (Use hormone-free, rich whole milk and cream, from a smaller farm if possible, such as Alta Dena, Hollandia or Rockview). Whisk in 2/3 cup sugar. (Adding part of the sugar at this point prevents scorching.) Using a small, sharp knife, split the vanilla beans in half, lengthwise, leaving them intact (attached) at one end. Scrape vanilla seeds from pods and add to mixture. Add vanilla bean pods to mixture.

2. Bring just barely to a boil on medium-high heat and remove from heat. Meanwhile, in a large stainless steel bowl, whisk egg yolks and remaining 2/3 cup sugar. (Whisk until light in color, making figure eights with the whisk. Mixture will change color, from a yellow to a yellowish white. “Blanchir,” in French.) Whisk until mixture forms a ribbon. (When the whisk is lifted, the batter falls slowly back onto the surface of the mixture, forming a ribbon-like pattern that, after a few seconds, sinks back into the batter.)

3. Remove vanilla bean pods from milk mixture. Whisk about 1 tablespoon of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture. (This is called tempering. You are gradually heating up the eggs so they won’t scramble.) Add another tablespoon of hot milk, whisking constantly. Add another 1 to 2 tablespoons of hot milk, whisking constantly. Mixture should be warm. Pour the egg mixture into the milk mixture, whisking constantly.

4. Return to medium-low heat. Using a large wooden spoon, stir constantly until mixture is thick enough to coat the spoon. (Be sure spoon comes in contact with every part of the bottom of pan as you stir. Use a zigzag motion and be sure to stir the area where the bottom meets the sides of the pan. The mixture is done when it leaves a film on the spoon. This film can be tested by drawing your finger across the coating on the spoon. If it leaves a clear path that doesn’t run, it’s ready.) Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a stainless steel bowl. Place bowl in a larger bowl with ice cubes. Stir occasionally until cool. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly on the surface of the custard. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or up to 24 hours.

5. Pour custard into ice cream machine. If your machine is small you may need to process in two batches. Process according to manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer to freezer-safe container. Cover and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours.

Nutrition information (per 1 cup serving): 349 calories (64 percent from fat), 24 g fat, 15 g saturated fat, 87 mg cholesterol, 32 g carbohydrates, 4 g protein, 288 mg sodium, 0 g fiber

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• HUBLOT UNVEILS THE F1 TM KING POWER IN SHANGHAI, THE OFFICIAL WATCH OF FORMULA 1 TMFollowing on from the recent announcement that Hublot has been chosen as the “Official Watchmaker” of Formula 1TM, the brand presented the Official Watch of Formula 1TM, the F1 TM King Power in Shanghai today.Hublot was appointed the “Official Watchmaker” by the Formula 1TM umbrella organisation in March. This agreement provides access behind the scenes at F1TM. The prestigious world of motor racing is a source of fascination. It represents both cutting-edge technology, the ultimate in precision, control and top-level sport. For the Hublot brand, which is based on luxury, a tradition of quality, excellence and advanced technological research, the world of the paddocks forms one of its most prestigious partnerships and is a clear culmination of its strategy to be visible to its clients, wherever they may be. The creation of a special watch, in the form of a King Power displaying the “F1″ logo, is the fruit of the collaboration between the F1 TM heads and Hublot’s watch creators.Inspired by the world of F1TM, combining expertise with the highest quality, manufacturing processes at the cutting edge of research and high-tech materials, this zirconium watch is 48mm in diameter and its bezel has been designed to evoke the disc brakes on a Formula 1 TM car. Its strap is made up of two layers, featuring rubber on the inside and NomexTM, a material similar to that used to make racing drivers’ overalls, on the outside. Both sporty and high-tech, the F1 TM King Power was enthusiastically received by those present when it was unveiled in Shanghai by Hublot’s CEO, Jean-Claude Biver. The brand also opened its first boutique in the Formula 1 TM Paddock Club.Jean-Claude Biver, Hublot’s CEO, is full of enthusiasm: “I have always had great admiration for the exceptional and unique achievements of Bernie Ecclestone. Without him there would be no Formula 1: He created this global phenomenon! I have also had a great deal of admiration for the drivers who are able to control these ultra-sophisticated racing machines down to the slightest movement, all at incredible speed! Nor should we forget the cradle of high technology that F1 represents. It’s such a delight to be here with Hublot today, so close to Bernie, the racing, the drivers, the cars, the high technology and the F1 Grand Prix in general”.Bernie Ecclestone, CEO of the Formula One Group: “I have long had a keen interest in watches and the art of watchmaking and I am very pleased to be able to discover this magnificent watch today with Jean-Claude. Hublot’s meteoric rise in the industry has been a very well-managed achievement and I would like to congratulate Jean-Claude for this. There is an energy, creativity and dedication to perfection about Hublot which sits very well with us and I could not think of a better brand with which to begin a new chapter in Formula 1′s enduring association with luxury watches”. (…)
• CHOPARD – L.U.C Engine One TourbillonIt has distinctive character, undeniable power and represents a deliberate break with traditional watch design principles. This mechanical marvel is powered by an exceptional “motor”, proprietary L.U.C Calibre 1TRM. Machined like an engine block and mounted on silent-blocks, this mechanical hand-wound tourbillon movement was designed, developed and produced at Chopard Manufacture. Like the most coveted sports cars, the titanium L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon is naturally issued in a limited edition. To celebrate Chopard’s 150th anniversary as well as the decades of passion it has shared with the world of motor sports, the Geneva-based brand is introducing this new L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon model combining the finest elements of the two forms of mechanical expression. From its strong lines to the most subtle details, everything about this powerful timepiece honours the automobile spirit also admirably accentuated by a fine watch movement machined like an engine block.This L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon model houses a proprietary mechanical hand-wound tourbillon movement, L.U.C Calibre 1TRM. In much the same way as a car engine, this movement is mounted on silent blocks – that absorb shocks – and held by three lever arms inserted into the case middle. This L.U.C Calibre 1TRM designed, developed and produced by Chopard Manufacture beats at a cadence of 28,800 vibrations per hour and boasts a 60-hour power reserve. Chronometer-certified by the COSC, a sure token of reliability and precision, this tourbillon movement drives displays of the hours, minutes, seconds and the power reserve. In keeping with automobile traditions, the reamed engine block bears the Chopard signature; while a circular segment directly fixed to the upper face of the movement carries the power-reserve display at 12 o’clock positioned opposite the tourbillon bridge at 6 o’clock featuring a design that is a first for Chopard.Representing a magnificent mechanical feat of engineering, the L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon is distinguished not only by its high-end motorisation, but also by its bodywork that endows it with an inimitably sophisticated style. The titanium case is water-resistant to 50 metres and features alternating polished and satin-brushed finishes; it also carries slightly curved applied lugs that enhance the overall dynamic effect. Streamlined like car wings, these lugs ensure excellent wearer comfort and a perfect fit on the wrist for the opulent 35.4 x 44.4 mm case.The dial is also inspired by the automobile world and plays on the theme of transparency. The new Arabic numerals characteristic of the L.U.C collection and the hour-markers are engraved and black-tinted beneath the glare-resistant sapphire crystal.The hand-sewn black alligator leather strap setting the perfect finishing touch to this model is enhanced by four reinforced inserts evoking the seats of classic racing cars.Vividly embodying the strong ties between the automobile world and that of fine watchmaking, the L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon in titanium is produced in a limited series of 150, in honour of Chopard’s 150th anniversary. (…)
• Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX2 Chronograph Racing ParisThe 2009 edition of Le Mans 24 Hours thrilled both motor sports enthusiasts and fine watchmaking devotees. Fifty years on from Aston Martin’s victory in the 1959 Le Mans 24 Hours, the Aston Martin Racing team has exceeded all expectations by finishing an excellent fourth overall in this year’s race, having been quickest of the petrol runners from start to finish.As part of the three-year partnership signed between the two exceptional brands this spring, Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrated Le Mans with two limited editions of the AMVOX2 Chronograph Racing model, which is still the only chronograph operating without push pieces thanks to its revolutionary patented vertical-trigger system.Following the success of the 2 AMVOX2 Chronograph Racing presented at Le Mans 2009, Jaeger-LeCoultre just launched a new limited edition of 24 pieces of its iconic chronograph, only available at Jaeger-LeCoultre boutique in Pairs, Place Vendôme .This exclusive edition features a black PVD-coated grade 5 titanium case with black and white dial, and black luminescent numerals. The dial decoration revealing the movement reproduces the characteristic gridwork motif of car radiator grills and is framed by a black flange. The movement bridges and plates are coated with ruthenium, while the chronograph levers inorange eloxed aluminium appear through an opening between 4 and 8 o’clock.Jaeger-LeCoultre boutique in Paris will receive the first pieces of this exclusive limited edition of 24 last week of November. (…)
• ALFEX Black Light 5624Alfex presents the first wristwatch in the world with a three-dimensional dial. The markings are made of transparent sapphire glass, and the hands travel under the markings. The name Black Light describes the properties that make reading the time by night a sensational experience, thanks to the markings with Superluminova.The name Black Light is an oxymoron, which, in rhetoric, means a formulation of two contrary concepts. This figure of speech is used only if the inner contradiction is intentional and serves to create an emphatic description of a multi-faceted content. The new design piece in the Alfex family is absolutely functional by day as well as by night. Its jet black dial spreads bright light, and its unique three-dimensional design allows the wearer to virtually immerse himself in the watch. The Black Light model is an absolute must for every design addict.All Black Line models bear the Swiss-Made label, are constructed of anti-allergenic stainless steel with an ETA movement of precious stones. In addition, the case has an anti-reflexive sapphire glass and is waterproof to 5 ATM.Black Line models are available in select stores in two versions: steel case with integrated black leather watchband, and case with black IP cover and integrated black leather watchband. (…)
• Big Bang Ayrton Senna: Act Two In TokyoWhereas the first Big Bang was launched during the F1 Grand Prix in Sao Paulo in 2007, today Hublot and the Instituto Ayrton Senna unveiled another side of Ayrton’s life not previously seen. The doors are open to an exhibition of photographs of Ayrton taken in his private and public life by a close friend, Japanese photographer Norio Koike.Now 50 years old, Koike met Ayrton Senna in 1988 and very quickly won his trust. A relationship of friendship and complicity enabled him to take photos of the champion at different times, often at just the right moment! Sincerity and genuine intimacy radiate from these pictures that, until today, had remained unpublished. After Ayrton Senna’s death, Norio Koike bequeathed these photos to the Instituto Ayrton Senna. Today we have the pleasure of paying tribute to his work and also support the important work of the institute that helps millions of children in Brazil.The Instituto Ayrton Senna, a non-profit organisation, was founded to honour Senna’s ideals: his dream was to bring more dignity and equity to his country. It is dedicated to the education of children, at school as well as in society, to enable them to develop their capacities to the full. Since its foundation 14 years ago by Viviane Senna, 9.4 million children have benefited from its programs in 25 Brazilian states. Over 85 million US dollars have been invested to enable it to pursue its educational objectives.The Big Bang Foudroyante Senna, a 500-piece numbered limited series, sports the colours of Brazil like the first edition: a yellow and green split-seconds hand, yellow minute markers, Brazilian flag on the case-side element, and Ayrton Senna’s signature in green on a matt black dial. Its split-seconds chronograph movement features a new complication, the Foudroyante, that enables the calculation of one-eighth of a second. The serial numbers on the back are engraved in yellow ink on black ceramic, and the logo “Instituto Ayrton Senna” appears as a transfer on the sapphire crystal. (…)
• 500 Fathoms Beneath the SeaOn the eve of the Baselworld 2009 watch show, Blancpain presents the “big sister” of its now famous Fifty Fathoms watch: the brand-new 500 Fathoms. More high-performance and high-tech than ever, the brand’s latest diver’s watch displays an uncompromisingly sporting design. Water resistant to 1000 metres, it is equipped with a helium decompression valve that is vital when diving in a closed environment. The ultra-virile 500 Fathoms is fitted with a 48 mm-diameter titanium case – an unusual size for Blancpain.Presented as the ultimate sports watch, the 500 Fathoms is making a striking entrance into the collection of Blancpain diver’s watches. Endowed with a new face, a new size and new performances, the 500 Fathoms is water-resistant to 1000 metres. It features a brushed titanium case measuring 48 mm in diameter, equipped with a crown guard. Placed inside the case at 10 o’clock, a self-winding decompression valve guarantees the security and the reliability of the watch, without requiring any handling on the part of the wearer.To enhance readability, Blancpain has designed large phosphorescent Arabic numerals that are hollowed into the sunray-brushed metal appliques. The luminescent coating on the hour-markers, bezel markings and hands, along with the red tip of the sweep seconds hand, ensure optimal readability in all circumstances. The luminescent base of the black dial reveals its fluorescence only in the dark, while the date appears in white against a black background at 4 o’clock. The unidirectional ratcheted bezel facilitates handling and avoids any involuntary extension of the dive time. Crafted in titanium and sapphire crystal, it features a gentle cambered relief that reduces the risk of impacts.The 500 Fathoms is powered by the self-winding Calibre 1315, specifically designed to equip sports watches. It incorporates a glucydur balance with micrometric regulating screws, which helps to prevent any jarring from disturbing the smooth running of the watch. Three series-coupled barrels guarantee constant energy and a five-day power reserve. The calendar system enables fast adjustment of the date at midnight in both directions. Another noteworthy feature of the 500 Fathoms is its sapphire crystal allowing one to admire its self-winding movement, as well as its engraved oscillating weight shaped like a boat propeller, without compromising either water resistance or safety.The new 500 Fathoms is equipped with a sturdy, sporty and watertight strap in rubber-lined black sail canvas. A brand-new triple-blade folding clasp secured with two pushers on either sides sets the finishing touch, while an additional rubber strap and the implement required to fit it complete the set which comes in an ultra-rugged presentation box designed to withstand extreme conditions. The performances and the reliability of the 500 Fathoms represent a major new technical accomplishment bearing the unmistakable signature of Blancpain, which is thereby eloquently reaffirming the expertise of its manufacture in the demanding world of diver’s watches. (…)

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