Bremont ALT1TUDE SE announcement

[Alt1tude]

Everyone,

I have a very special announcement to make:

A Bremont Alt1tude SE has been officially confirmed today, and will be available to BUY in 2013.

I will be making a more formal announcement within the next 4-6 weeks, which will detail: The design, quantity, price, deposit info and so on once these have all been defined.

Along with this announcement, I'd personally like to thank G-F for igniting this discussion, and for the rest of the members who contributed here: http://alt1tude.bremont.com/forum/t995/ which has turned a dream into reality.

I'll be opening a new sub forum for the watch shortly - We're going to take onboard all comments / wants to date and will present what I believe to be a really sought after Bremont Watch for 2013 in a few weeks time... so Watch this space!

[Jim]

Sounds promising!

[Embles]

Brilliant news Piers, I knew you could get this project off the ground. I look forward to seeing how it progresses and to see if I can get mitts on one.

[G-F]

Great news Piers!
I am so glad to see this happening! :D :D :D

[Andyg156]

Now the politics on what serial number we can hopefully get ;)
Number 20 = Andyg ;)

[jwalker9]

That's just amazing news, Piers. Cheers for making it happen. Any very quickly, I might add!

[nolanz14]

Nice job making this in to a reality. I'm interested and will be following along!

[MattB]

I have to say, this sounds brilliant :)

[Dragon Boy]

congrats !

[kaiserphoenix]

Piers r u the same piers in tzuk? then I probably met u lol but what great news!!!!

[Optimum]

Nice work, Piers. I await the detail with interest. :)

[Alt1tude]

Piers r u the same piers in tzuk? then I probably met u lol but what great news!!!!

Yes Hi Jordan!

[Steve260]

Outstanding! I am definitely looking forward to this watch - thanks Piers!

[Red Maple]

Fantastic. Absolutely outstanding. Great work Piers! Looking forward to the details and discussions that will now take place.

G.

[Flying B]

As I said in my PM, well done Piers! Looking forward to hearing more news in due course.

[chipbutty55]

Amazing work, look forward to seeing designs!!

[nishant]

That is a fantastic piece of news ... I am not very active on the forum right now but will follow the SE Sub-Forum very closely and chime in with my set of ideas.
Cheers !!
N

[Horoman]

I too am enthused about the effort. Especially the desire to bring ideas from the forum members.
Thanks,
Horoman

[drg]

Outstanding !:cool:

Look forward to the journey and ultimate arrival!

[bydandie]

Well done! Now let's make this the best LE yet! :)

[monkeybutton]

That's excellent news, can't wait to see how the design thread develops into a real watch.

[monkeybutton]

Also need to work out how to break this to the wife... I only got my Solo last month

[Flying B]

Just dodged that bullet monkeybutton, had the funds set aseide and was thinking of wandering up to the Bremont boutique in a couple of weeks. Will be keeping the money warm in the bank and will await this SE!

[jon]

This is great news, sadly with our second child about to start nursery (and I thought our mortgage was expensive), Im going to miss out on this one but looking forward to seeing the design process.

Congrats on getting this off the ground.

[Bc321]

I would love one of these..... Proud owner of a P-51 and ALT-1C..... Big fan of the forum and my first post

[Alt1tude]

I would love one of these..... Proud owner of a P-51 and ALT-1C..... Big fan of the forum and my first post

Welcome Bc321... stay tuned for the watch to be presented very soon!

[Pumpkin]

Welcome to my first post!

Considering my first Bremont watch purchase.

Anxiously awaiting the details of this watch.

[Alt1tude]

Update: First stage designs in... looking great and reviewing. Not long now :)

[Andyg156]

Update: First stage designs in... looking great and reviewing. Not long now :)

That is so cruel, especially as you will not release any information until finalised .

[jwalker9]

Update: First stage designs in... looking great and reviewing. Not long now :)

Appropriate 1,000th post, Piers! Anxious to hear.

[Flying B]

Piers, you tease! How long is not long?????

[Alt1tude]

Piers, you tease! How long is not long?????

Hopefully not long now.

[Alt1tude]

News update:

Second phase designs are in, and I'm hoping to get finalised designs by early next week.

Fingers crossed, but I'm hoping to have an update on the watch by alt1tude.bremont.coms second birthday - which is Monday 4th Feb 2013!

[jwalker9]

News update:

Second phase designs are in, and I'm hoping to get finalised designs by early next week.

Fingers crossed, but I'm hoping to have an update on the watch by alt1tude.bremont.coms second birthday - which is Monday 4th Feb 2013!

Awesome! Can't wait. And speaking of birthdays, we had a special arrival on Jan 22. Not to hijack the thread, but here's some pics I have to share as the proud papa.:D
15121511

[Jim]

Looking forward to seeing the designs and hopefully my next purchase :-D

[Alt1tude]

@Jeremy - Congrats!

@Jim; I think you'll like the new SE :)

[Andyg156]

Piers, be a long two weeks, any hints of what model it's based around ?

[Alt1tude]

... third stage revisions in. We're cooking on gas now! Watch looks great. Design phase done I think.

Keep the 4th in your diaries ( hopefully ! )

[jwalker9]

I have something to look forward to! Teaser, Piers?

[Mikeviperdriver]

Hello All,

Been lurking for sometime as I don't own a Bremont - YET. But after being introduced to the company by a friend my mind is set. Deciding between an Alt1-C, MBII or waiting to see the Alt1tude SE design. The 4th is in the calendar.

[Alt1tude]

I have something to look forward to! Teaser, Piers?

I would have thought that there's been enough teasing for this week!

[Alt1tude]

Hello All,

Been lurking for sometime as I don't own a Bremont - YET. But after being introduced to the company by a friend my mind is set. Deciding between an Alt1-C, MBII or waiting to see the Alt1tude SE design. The 4th is in the calendar.

ALT1-C and MBII are the two most iconic Bremont watches to get... However the new (Proposed) SE is Bremont DNA with an twist...

Either way, it's a bloody nice problem to have - Even if you don't go for the SE, I'm sure you'll be pleased with whatever else you choose!

[dougair]

Also intrigued. Would love to see a SE chrono! Could be just in time for me to add a new Bremont to the collection :D

[Joky]

I'm looking forward to seeing the SE, once the design is confirmed and announced will you be also showing the initial designs? It'd be great to see how you went from an idea to the final design.

[jw1000m]

This is causing me some serious concerns(!) I was just about to buy the MB11 (orange) for a birthday present to me and now I want to wait and see what the SE will look like....

But my birthday is this week so I either go without a Bremont to open until after 'the day' or stick with plan A and get the MB11 - Any chance of just one pic Piers???!! :)

[evosam]

Oh man - you're such a tease!

Can't wait to see what the final variant is going to be :-)

Calendar set for Feb 4th!

-Sam


ALT1-C and MBII are the two most iconic Bremont watches to get... However the new (Proposed) SE is Bremont DNA with an twist...

Either way, it's a bloody nice problem to have - Even if you don't go for the SE, I'm sure you'll be pleased with whatever else you choose!

[Alt1tude]

This is causing me some serious concerns(!) I was just about to buy the MB11 (orange) for a birthday present to me and now I want to wait and see what the SE will look like....

But my birthday is this week so I either go without a Bremont to open until after 'the day' or stick with plan A and get the MB11 - Any chance of just one pic Piers???!! :)

No, sorry!

Happy birthday for this week...

[chipbutty55]

Any idea on the likely size of the edition yet Piers? Surely you can let us know that......... ;)

[jw1000m]

No, sorry!

Happy birthday for this week...

Thanks for birthday wishes... This is going to be a painful week of waiting then!

Saw the MB in Galio St Albans and am looking forward to adding a Bremont to the collection. Really impressed with the watch and attention to detail.

The 4th is in the diary - are you going to give us an idea of time of announcement???!!

Best, Jason

[Alt1tude]

Any idea on the likely size of the edition yet Piers? Surely you can let us know that......... ;)

nope, sorry! :)

[Alt1tude]

Thanks for birthday wishes... This is going to be a painful week of waiting then!

Saw the MB in Galio St Albans and am looking forward to adding a Bremont to the collection. Really impressed with the watch and attention to detail.

The 4th is in the diary - are you going to give us an idea of time of announcement???!!

Best, Jason

The 4th is my target date, but is down to Bremont approving the design and then providing relevant information...

I'm hoping to provide more information later in the week... but information on the date not the watch !

[nolanz14]

Hopefully it's their usual perfect 43MM.

[jw1000m]

Can't wait for the announcement so ordered the MB11 today for delivery on Weds... Still very much looking forward to the announcement next week and will have to sell other kidney if I like it... I am sure I will!

[Alt1tude]

Can't wait for the announcement so ordered the MB11 today for delivery on Weds... Still very much looking forward to the announcement next week and will have to sell other kidney if I like it... I am sure I will!

Start saving! ;-)

[jw1000m]

Thanks! Just about to start the FS One Kidney thread....!! Early offers welcome!!

[Alt1tude]

Thanks! Just about to start the FS One Kidney thread....!! Early offers welcome!!

I'll trade you one used and abused liver for that :-)

[jw1000m]

I'll trade you one used and abused liver for that :-)

Thanks for kind offer but already have one of those!! I was hoping for a Mini Metro or similar!

[Alt1tude]

Update: Just still waiting final approval. Hoping to make announcement Monday if not it will be very soon after!

[dougair]

Do you have any clues on the size of run?

[Alt1tude]

Do you have any clues on the size of run?

Of course!

[Jim]

Deciding which one of my breitlings to sell should this look as good as I'm hoping it will...

[Matt1124]

Although new to the Forum I am very interested in the idea of a SE, can't wait to see the designs

[Alt1tude]

Update: Still waiting final approval and some details from Bremont, plus some more details that will complete the story for the watch. I therefore won't be presenting the watch on Monday, however it is very soon; just days (hopefully!) I'll update more next week.

[Andyg156]

I hope it is soon, I am holding out purchasing a Rolex 16610lv. Would hate to buy it then find this SE to be highly desirable . I just need one more watch to close my current collection. Will it be a 2nd Rolex or a 3rd Bremont that will be where my money goes !

[Alt1tude]

I hope it is soon, I am holding out purchasing a Rolex 16610lv. Would hate to buy it then find this SE to be highly desirable . I just need one more watch to close my current collection. Will it be a 2nd Rolex or a 3rd Bremont that will be where my money goes !

SE vs Rolex 16610... that's some tough competition! Lets just say, knowing the Bremont's you already have the SE is different to both of them... so there would be enough contrast there. In fact the SE is different enough to most people's current Bremont's in some form or other ;)

[AM94]

SE vs Rolex 16610... that's some tough competition! Lets just say, knowing the Bremont's you already have the SE is different to both of them... so there would be enough contrast there. In fact the SE is different enough to most people's current Bremont's in some form or other ;)


Looking forward to the reveal.

[jw1000m]

SE vs Rolex 16610... that's some tough competition! Lets just say, knowing the Bremont's you already have the SE is different to both of them... so there would be enough contrast there. In fact the SE is different enough to most people's current Bremont's in some form or other ;)

Piers you are very good at building this up!! I have no idea what your 'day job is' but I think a headline writer or presenter on QVC are my current thoughts for you!

Jason

PS The MB11 has arrived and it truly is a great watch - very happy indeed.

[RAF_Groundcrew]

Thanks for birthday wishes... This is going to be a painful week of waiting then!

Saw the MB in Galio St Albans and am looking forward to adding a Bremont to the collection. Really impressed with the watch and attention to detail.

The 4th is in the diary - are you going to give us an idea of time of announcement???!!

Best, Jason

I bought my Bremont U2 LE from Galio. I was assisted in the purchasing process by the charming Louise Feather from Galio (I travelled quite some miles to buy that exact watch, so no sales pressure was needed).

I think you could describe Galio's shop as 'small, but perfectly formed'.......

[56scooter]

Although new to the forum have been following Bremont for some time, can't wait for the release.

[lloyd_m]

I bought my Bremont U2 LE from Galio. I was assisted in the purchasing process by the charming Louise Feather from Galio (I travelled quite some miles to buy that exact watch, so no sales pressure was needed).

I think you could describe Galio's shop as 'small, but perfectly formed'.......

+1. I bought my Solo from Galio. Very nice people; buttered me up nicely with a cup of tea. They have a good range in, including (I think) around 12 Victories!

[Regulator]

+1. I bought my Solo from Galio. Very nice people; buttered my up nicely with a cup of tea. They have a good range in, including (I think) around 12 Victories!

I saw a Victory at Pulli in Philadelphia on Saturday. Glad it was too big for my wife's wrist or I'd be in trouble .....

[deadreckon]

New to the forum. I bought an MB II about a year ago and been keeping an eye out for anything interesting from Bremont again (didn't see too much new last year after Basel). Got side tracked on a couple of Breitlings and then started lurking around the Bremont sites again, nice to see a dedicated Bremont forum as this one. I've seen some of the newer squadron LEs which peaked my interest lately.

Also been keeping my eye on Alt1tude to see what the SE will look like. Hope to get some news soon!

[chipbutty55]

The suspense is killing me........ :eek:

[Red Maple]

The suspense is killing me........ :eek:

Me too !!!!!!!!!!!! :eek:

[Alt1tude]

The suspense is killing me........ :eek:

Me waiting to hear from Bremont is killing me!

[Andyg156]

Piers, everytime I see you have commented I expect news, only To find you building up the excitement.
I hope you have provisionally assigned me No20 to go in line with my last two of my army number :)

[chipbutty55]

Me waiting to hear from Bremont is killing me!

The last time you spoke did they give any idea time-frame wise for news?

[Alt1tude]

The last time you spoke did they give any idea time-frame wise for news?

No it should be any day now. Sorry for the extra delay on this - I'll keep you up-to-date on this as soon as I know!

[jw1000m]

Have just seen that I can get updates emailed - that is going to stop me having to come back to website every ten minutes. ;)

[Alt1tude]

Have just seen that I can get updates emailed - that is going to stop me having to come back to website every ten minutes. ;)

As soon as I have a date, I'll blast an email out to all members to let me know when to check back!

[weste048]

Perfect! Looking forward how it's gone look like

[jw1000m]

As soon as I have a date, I'll blast an email out to all members to let me know when to check back!

Thinking about the time difference for our USA friends can I suggest 10am GMT....!! :D (only joking.....!)

[drg]

Can the excitement build to a greater level? ;)

[Noodlefish]

These things take time... We were working on our SE for years!

Looking forward to seeing this one too, especially after hearing that Felix / the bomb will be on the end of the seconds hand. Probably.

[Regulator]

Looking forward to seeing this one too, especially after hearing that Felix / the bomb will be on the end of the seconds hand. Probably.

Does this qualify as leaked information about the SE?

[valdarrant]

Three words:

Insane in the Membrane

[lloyd_m]

Three words:

Insane in the Membrane

Only one word for that; Superb quote.

[Alt1tude]

Only one word for that; Superb quote.

But actually four words, poor pete can't count!

[Alt1tude]

Does this qualify as leaked information about the SE?

No, Mat's just fantasising about his dream watch

[chipbutty55]

Up far too early after a night shift as I couldn't sleep thinking that I may miss the announcement...... how sad is that....... :o

[Noodlefish]

Sorry.

I should have caveated that one more clearly.

The seconds hand has the bomb on one end, where the lumed spot generally sits, with Felix as the counter-balance. The seconds hand itself is Felix's arm. It's almost as if Piers has been channelling Gérald Genta / Mickey Mouse. Probably.

;)

[Regulator]

Sorry.

I should have caveated that one more clearly.

The seconds hand has the bomb on one end, where the lumed spot generally sits, with Felix as the counter-balance. The seconds hand itself is Felix's arm. It's almost as if Piers has been channelling Gérald Genta / Mickey Mouse. Probably.

;)

First, you realize how many people are going to be completely worked up about this "revelation"?

Second, wonder how many people are running to their computers every time a new message is posted in this thread.....

[Alt1tude]

Sorry.

I should have caveated that one more clearly.

The seconds hand has the bomb on one end, where the lumed spot generally sits, with Felix as the counter-balance. The seconds hand itself is Felix's arm. It's almost as if Piers has been channelling Gérald Genta / Mickey Mouse. Probably.

;)

Noodle. Like all good things, it's already been done.

http://www.celfcentered.com/images/FELIX_No_1.jpg

[Noodlefish]

Noodle. Like all good things, it's already been done.

http://www.celfcentered.com/images/FELIX_No_1.jpg



That's the one - in a 37mm SOLO case with gold bezel? Brilliant!

Sign me up...

[Alt1tude]

That's the one - in a 37mm SOLO case with gold bezel? Brilliant!

Sign me up...

But you're already signed up for the ATG one. You're not allowed two SEs Mat!

[jw1000m]

But you're already signed up for the ATG one. You're not allowed two SEs Mat!

As Noodle is out due to overspending can I please order number one of this most exciting Bremont Disney Special - if possible could I have Winnie the Pooh on the face (daughter's favourite) but will go with Mickey if this is not possible.

Also I will be sending the money from Nigeria - I would like to pay you £56,000,000,000 and if you could send me £10 back in change you may keep the rest....:D

[Noodlefish]

But you're already signed up for the ATG one. You're not allowed two SEs Mat!

Three. The MB1.5 was pretty special too!

[Alt1tude]

Three. The MB1.5 was pretty special too!

Oh yes sorry didn't count that one.

you'll love the alt1tude one I think!

[Steve260]

First, you realize how many people are going to be completely worked up about this "revelation"?

Second, wonder how many people are running to their computers every time a new message is posted in this thread.....

+1 I am checking this thread 3 or 4 times a day! Can't wait to see what Piers and Bremont cook up!

Steve

[Red Maple]

+1 I am checking this thread 3 or 4 times a day! Can't wait to see what Piers and Bremont cook up!

Steve

Only 3 or 4 times a day??? I'm sure I must be checking upwards of 15-16 times a day!! Really looking forward to seeing the final design.

G.

[Alt1tude]

I'm awaiting an email. Sorry its taking this long but I guess these things take a while to sort out. hopefully some news next week!

[drg]

Only 3 or 4 times a day??? I'm sure I must be checking upwards of 15-16 times a day!! Really looking forward to seeing the final design.

G.

I am too .. Ready ! :cool:

[jwalker9]

True story: Had a terrible dream last night. The Alt1tude SE was released and hideous. The case/dial wasn't round, but instead trapezoidal, with an odd Ploprof like nubin on the left side. Thank God it was just a dream. And yes, I think about watches (mostly this one), way too much. Carry on...

[Flying B]

Piers, see what you (Bremont) are doing to everyone, please put us out of our misery!

Popped into the boutique on Friday whilst up in town, one luck chap in there was picking up his new Victory (the box it comes in is a work of art itself , never mind the watch) and a lovely white Solo kept calling to me so I had to exercise severe self restraint to prevent an unintended purchase but I dont know how long my willpower can hold up (history suggests not long at all)!

[Alt1tude]

Update:

- Email received!
- Design has been approved :)
- Specifications all provided - numbers, prices, ordering information

Now I'm awaiting 2 things

- Final design renders for presentation
- small detail which completes the story (As there's more than meets the eye, when buying the watch)

I really really hope it is not going to be long now. I'm practically ready to roll on this but just need those items to start the ball rolling.

Apologies for the teasing, and the waiting... I think you'll love the SE design.

Jeremy, please sleep tight tonight, it's no Plopper.

[Mikeviperdriver]

Piers, do you see how many time a page is looked at in a given time frame? I would be interested to see now that this is posted as I will be checking constantly! Very excited to see the final design renders.

[Regulator]

Thanks for the update. Looking forward to the unveiling.

[Red Maple]

Piers, this waiting is death by a thousand paper cuts !!!!!!

G.

[dougair]

Great stuff Piers. Really looking forward to more detail...I really hope it's a chrono :o)


Update:

- Email received!
- Design has been approved :)
- Specifications all provided - numbers, prices, ordering information

Now I'm awaiting 2 things

- Final design renders for presentation
- small detail which completes the story (As there's more than meets the eye, when buying the watch)

I really really hope it is not going to be long now. I'm practically ready to roll on this but just need those items to start the ball rolling.

Apologies for the teasing, and the waiting... I think you'll love the SE design.

Jeremy, please sleep tight tonight, it's no Plopper.

[Jim]

Fingers crossed its within budget!

[jw1000m]

Piers, this waiting is death by a thousand paper cuts !!!!!!

G.

I have never heard that phrase but I really like it!!

Jason

[jw1000m]

I have never heard that phrase but I really like it!!

Jason

Sorry - just realised that I have sent 100's of mad watch lovers back to their computers!!

[nolanz14]

Can't wait. Can we request numbers?

[evosam]

Hitting the refresh button on my browser every couple of hours to check for any updates...this is exciting and killing me at the same time!

-Sam

[AM94]

Piers, Sting could take lessons from you as to how he could prolong his already legendary tantric sessions :p

[jwalker9]

Any time now.....In the meantime, does anyone have any last guesses on what the SE will be look like? Feeling much better now that we have direct confirmation that my nightmare trapezoid case didn't make the cut. :cool:

[chipbutty55]

It must be today, surely......
I am going with a DLC Solo based design BUT I have been known to be wrong :o

[Alt1tude]

It must be today, surely......
I am going with a DLC Solo based design BUT I have been known to be wrong :o

I can confirm you are wrong.

[Alt1tude]

Any time now.....In the meantime, does anyone have any last guesses on what the SE will be look like? Feeling much better now that we have direct confirmation that my nightmare trapezoid case didn't make the cut. :cool:

This is going to be tricky for you because it contains a unique dial design :) :)

[chipbutty55]

I can confirm you are wrong.

Why thank you!!:D

[jwalker9]

This is going to be tricky for you because it contains a unique dial design :) :)

Intrigued by this comment, as well as your previous one, saying "theres more than meets the eye when buying this watch". Sounds super special!

[evosam]

So can you at least give us a hint on what chassis it's based on?

Chrono/MB2 or something new? :-)

-Sam

[Red Maple]

+1. I'm also thinking a Solo based DLC and I'm expecting to see some ALT1TUDE yellow, along with Felix somewhere - my guess is on the back.

Okay - forget it - that's what I was thinking but I started typing before Piers informed us this is the wrong line of thinking - sorry I was actually distracted by work and didn't push "post comment" until after Piers' comment was posted.

I give up - I'm just looking forward to the reveal !!!

G.


It must be today, surely......
I am going with a DLC Solo based design BUT I have been known to be wrong :o

[jwalker9]

I've been thinking about a sort of hybrid case. Solo chassis, but with knurled barrel like an MBII/U2. And yeah, I get the feeling Felix will play a role. As time goes on, I keep expecting something more unique than before. Would still be happy with the aforementioned U2 based SE

[Alt1tude]

And yeah, I get the feeling Felix will play a role.

Getting warmer!

[Alt1tude]

So can you at least give us a hint on what chassis it's based on?

Chrono/MB2 or something new? :-)

-Sam

Not something new.

[nolanz14]

A chronograph and the bomb felix is holding is replaced by a dark sub dial.

[Alt1tude]

A chronograph and the bomb felix is holding is replaced by a dark sub dial.

nice try but sadly incorrect!

[Paw3001]

Oh I don't care what it will look like so no rush Mr Piers!
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Thought I would try some reverse psychology!

[Embles]

I'm probably going to be way off the mark here but I think it could be based on the ALT1-Z, similar to the Special Projects of the Apache or B-2 - DLC with stylish use of yellow on the dial such as the yellow tipped hands from the Blue WT. Like I say, probably miles off but it's been a great thread and I can't wait for the big reveal.

[monkeybutton]

The suspense is a killer... I haven't checked a thread this regularly in... well ever really.

[Andyg156]

Just back from watching Preston North End trying to play football and was hoping for something to cheer me up. Well never mind there is always today for good news :)

[TexZan]

I already told you. B2 with yellow hands instead of red. Seeing as I can't buy one, I'm sticking with that...:-)

[Embles]

I already told you. B2 with yellow hands instead of red. Seeing as I can't buy one, I'm sticking with that...:-)

Sorry TexZan, I missed your post and didn't mean to plagirise your idea...it would look pretty cool though IMHO :D

[jon]

Exciting my guess is something like the mickey mouse watch but with felix hands etc in a U2 case with an Alt1tude strap of course

[chipbutty55]

It would be great timing if this were unveiled today, my wife is yet to buy me a present for Valentines Day.......;)

[Regulator]

There's a good angle.

"Really honey, that's not a bomb on the second hand; it's a heart ....."

[chipbutty55]

She may prefer the bomb....... :rolleyes: (sure she loves me really!!)

[chipbutty55]

From leaked shots from Bremont HQ it does appear that they are taking a Valentines day launch seriously with this SE with a beautiful "his" & "hers" approach.......

[Regulator]

From leaked shots from Bremont HQ it does appear that they are taking a Valentines day launch seriously with this SE with a beautiful "his" & "hers" approach.......

Good thing it's early in the US or the SE would already be sold out. Glad I got up in time!

[chipbutty55]

Good thing it's early in the US or the SE would already be sold out. Glad I got up in time!

They are beauties, aren't they?!! Well worth the wait....

[Red Maple]

Getting on an 8 hour flight right now. Hope I don't miss the exciting news while I'm offline !!!!!

G.

[Alt1tude]

Update Time:

Good news; I have the final hi-res designs in and these are looking superb!

Not so good news; Still waiting on the final piece of information for this project.. I could get this tomorrow or it could take a little longer :( This is also bearing in mind Nick and Co are going to be in the states next week.

So ( and I've said this before) we're nearly there.... just that final tiny bit of information is all that's required...

I'll keep you informed!

[jwalker9]

Progress. Hoping the final piece of the puzzle is only a short time away. Good work, Piers.

[Jim]

PLEASE can we have a peek? I swear I'm greyer and ten years older in the last two weeks!

[Regulator]

Maybe we can coerce some details from Nick on Monday in NYC ....

[drg]

Update Time:

Good news; I have the final hi-res designs in and these are looking superb!

Not so good news; Still waiting on the final piece of information for this project.. I could get this tomorrow or it could take a little longer :( This is also bearing in mind Nick and Co are going to be in the states next week.

So ( and I've said this before) we're nearly there.... just that final tiny bit of information is all that's required...

I'll keep you informed!
Thank you


Ready to spend the money I saved up for this!

[mattjmcd]

Good Lord, this has been tough to wait on! Can't wait to see it.

[Flying B]

Just off to the airport to catch a flight to Singapore. Piers, are you sure you dont want to post those details now so I don't get caught out by flying through all the excitement??

[Alt1tude]

Just off to the airport to catch a flight to Singapore. Piers, are you sure you dont want to post those details now so I don't get caught out by flying through all the excitement??

With Nick and Sarah ( my two main contacts in this project ) its unlikely I'll hear anything until they're back. Sorry but we're all going to have to hold on a but further! i will of course update you when i've got the final bit of required info.

[Afhgus]

Good Lord, this has been tough to wait on! Can't wait to see it.

Hold in there....you ok still?

[jwalker9]

Maybe a new forum contest would help to keep us pacified until the final information and announcement? :cool:

[TexZan]

Maybe a new forum contest would help to keep us pacified until the final information and announcement? :cool:

I like it. Whoever's concept is closest to what will actually be made wins one for free, courtesy of the site! What do you think, Piers? Can you buy me a watch? :-)

[Alt1tude]

How about a strap give away?!

[Regulator]

How about a strap give away?!

I saw one of your straps last night at the launch in NYC. Nice kit!

We heard lots of interesting things from Nick about what's coming from Bremont, but couldn't get Nick or Sarah to divulge the particulars of the Alt1tude SE. It is a secret guarded as closely as the details about the LE successor to the Victory.

[lloyd_m]

I've got £357 left in my piggy bank. Will this be enough for the LE? or maybe just the strap?

[Noodlefish]

So. What's been done?

BC-S1/F1 - nothing yet
BC-S2 - ATG SE coming shortly
ALT1-C - Leander (Ecurie = ALT1-C with internal bezel?)
ALT1-Z/P - multiple mil versions and the US Navy Test School version
ALT1-WT - nothing yet (ignoring the original mil version)
S500 - Descent LE and the SE for the North Sea divers
S2000 - nothing yet
MB2 - MB1.5 and the version for MB themselves (ignoring the MB1). Plus SEs for, e.g. Navy Trust Flight, TWG and Selfs. Plus mil versions
U-2 - the original LE (and mil versions)
SOLO / SOLO37 - nothing yet

So. If I were to do something, I'd be looking at 1) a WT SE 2) a SOLO SE or 3) an MB2/U-2 mashup.

1) The WT is a wonderful thing. I'd strip it back to a cream dial (like the ALT1-C) with anthracite sub-dials. Partner it with that thick dark, vintage brown strap
2) DLC SOLO. Change the hands.
3) SS U-2 dial with the MB case. Anthracite. Probably.

M

[jwalker9]

Good list Mat, and like the ideas.
I would only add the MW LE ALT1-P.
I agree that we are most likely to see a SOLO based SE or a MB/U2 mash up. Your idea with the WT is cool, but Don't see that happening this go round.

[jwalker9]

How about a strap give away?!

Liking the sound of this!

[jon]

I still think Felix will be a major feature of the dial possibly something like a solo with small sub dial with the bomb as the background. This would make sense for the delay as well, to whether they can use the image. Or possible something quite low key with nice felix engraved caseback in line with the North Sea one or event etched like the Victory, that would be cool?

[Flying B]

I saw one of your straps last night at the launch in NYC. Nice kit!

We heard lots of interesting things from Nick about what's coming from Bremont, but couldn't get Nick or Sarah to divulge the particulars of the Alt1tude SE. It is a secret guarded as closely as the details about the LE successor to the Victory.

Interesting, what did Nick say that can be divulged about future plans? How did the launch go?

[Alt1tude]

I've got £357 left in my piggy bank. Will this be enough for the LE? or maybe just the strap?

I think you left a zero out.

[jon]

£0357 is a bargain Ill take one as well :)

[Alt1tude]

Teaser image alert!

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Who turned out the lights!

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/alt1tude-le-teaser.jpg

[valdarrant]

LMAO

Why do I feel like I am leaving the theatre again after the first viewing of Empire Strikes Back

[jwalker9]

Really like what you've done here. Taking the B-2 stealth model to the next level!

[Alt1tude]

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/alt1tude-se-release.jpg

[chipbutty55]

Launch date??? Even your post announcing that looks fantastic!!

[Alt1tude]

Launch date??? Even your post announcing that looks fantastic!!

Yes. Time TBC but for the sake of our USA friends it won't be 3am in the morning!

[dougair]

Piers you're doing a sterling effort in building suspense.

[Mikeviperdriver]

Piers nice photo skills as blowing out the shadows in the picture doesn't reveal much (everything is black black black above "London"). Somehow (of all days) I'm flying across the pond that day!

[jwalker9]

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/alt1tude-se-release.jpg

I wish I had seen this picture prior to my contest entry :-) I think there are some clues to be gleaned from your announcement artwork. I think gray dial would look amazing! Why didn't I think of that?

[Alt1tude]

I wish I had seen this picture prior to my contest entry :-) I think there are some clues to be gleaned from your announcement artwork. I think gray dial would look amazing! Why didn't I think of that?

All will be revealed on the 1st!

[Bc321]

Nice! Looking forward to it!

[evosam]

Ok - you did a bang up job here with the hiding :-(

The only thing I can determine is that this piece is going to have a roto-click bezel since the "30" is inverted in the teaser and only rotoclick equipped watches have the inverted "30".

Other than that I can't make heads or tails on whether it's a chrono or a MB/U variant.

Do we really have to wait until the end of next week?

I feel like a child again asking...."Are we there yet.......are we there yet?...."

-Sam

[jwalker9]

Ok - you did a bang up job here with the hiding :-(

The only thing I can determine is that this piece is going to have a roto-click bezel since the "30" is inverted in the teaser and only rotoclick equipped watches have the inverted "30".

Other than that I can't make heads or tails on whether it's a chrono or a MB/U variant.

Do we really have to wait until the end of next week?

I feel like a child again asking...."Are we there yet.......are we there yet?...."

-Sam

Thus ends the speculation of it being a Solo based watch. It doesn't have an 8:00 crown, so no chrono. It's a DLC U2/MB.

[monkeybutton]

unless it was all a ploy to misdirect...

[Noodlefish]

London.

Yellow "30".

Stainless steel.

I was wrong then. Hey ho.

[Prestjoh]

I was in Bremont HQ today . Had a tour round but no luck spotting the SE, got a few hints though ! Probably red herrings... I must say what a place i thought i had died and gone to heaven. :)

[deadreckon]

Sure this SE thing isn't a myth ? :confused:

[chipbutty55]

It's gonna be an awfully long week...... :(

As they say though the best things in life are worth waiting for :D

[whywatch9]

being following this thread for some times now... the question is HOW to get it when it comes out? pre-order? I'm not sure if this has been discussed else where on the forum. Can someone please point me to the right direction? I was about to break the piggy bank for the MBII and pull the emergency break when I saw a thread about ALT1TUDE SE. been waiting ever since, but have a feeling that it's going to be gone before it even hits the market...
have a feeling it's going to be a MB

Please tell me where is the end of the wait line?:eek:

[chipbutty55]

I think from reading the start of the thread that when Piers unveils this on the 1st March he will also provide details on how to order, which it seems is going to be directly with Bremont.

Sorry, just checked it was on another thread but here is the quote....


Not taking any names or list just yet. Process willbe;

- Watch will be presented ideally 4-6 weeks time ( or sooner )
- Interested parties, pay deposit to Bremont directly and get assigned number or choose one
- When watch is ready Bremont will contact people to collect money and ship the watches

I don't sell watches, so no sales, deposits or number allocation though me!

Hope this helps!

[whywatch9]

2/28/13 is going to be a long long day...

[Alt1tude]

Ordering Process ** Update **

This is a the proposed process for the watch once it is launched. Please note that this MAY be subject to change. I will communicate this to everyone before the 1st.

1) The watch will be posted on a dedicated URL: alt1tude.bremont.com/se from the 1st March onwards. I will have a clearer idea of time nearer the day and post an update here.

2) The dedicated URL above will contain details / specification on the watch model and will contain a live update on the number of watches still for sale.

3) The process of reserving a watch will be done via a simple online form. Should you want to reserve a watch, then you will be required to fill a form with your details and specify what watch number you want. All watches will be have the Serial number: F E L I X / ## ( I.E. FELIX/01, FELIX/02 ETC). Please note that when reserving the watch, you will only be allowed to choose from numbers that are remaining. This will update dynamically as watches are reserved.

4) Once you have submitted your details, you will receive a thank you message with confirmation of your reservation. This data will then be saved in a database. Please note this system isn't going to be a sophisticated e-commerce system so there is a chance if two people are trying to order the same number at the same time then there is a chance that another number will have to be allocated to one of these people.

5) You will not be required to pay at this point, or submit ANY payment details. At a later date (In a week or so) Bremont will contact everyone for 50% payment of the watch you have reserved. If you cannot pay during this time then you will loose your reservation.

I'm making the online booking system an easy way for people to reserve their watch and any of the data received will only be shared with Bremont.

Please note, I will not take any reservations via email or PM here - If there is a technical issue then watches can be reserved to a dedicated email address and only during or after the 1st.

I want to make this as easy and fair on everyone here to reserve their watch....Let's just hope you all will like it!

[chipbutty55]

Like the numbering of the watch - well done jwalker9 for suggesting that!!!

[Mikeviperdriver]

Wish the LE part of it was time based verse number based. Say anyone in a two week span can reserve the watch then after that its done. I'm sure the level production will warrant it (ie bremont could set a reserve low number to warrant making it on their end) but keeps the mad rush for a limited number down. I would hope any forum member who wants one would be able to get one without having to resort to the secondhand market.

[whywatch9]

Ordering Process ** Update **

Serial number: F E L I X / ## ( I.E. FELIX/01, FELIX/02 ETC...



sounds like less than 100 will be made?

[Alt1tude]

Wish the LE part of it was time based verse number based. Say anyone in a two week span can reserve the watch then after that its done. I'm sure the level production will warrant it (ie bremont could set a reserve low number to warrant making it on their end) but keeps the mad rush for a limited number down. I would hope any forum member who wants one would be able to get one without having to resort to the secondhand market.

Depending on how quick they sell I would expect bremont to do these in batches - This I believe is how they produce their normal ltd editions.

[Alt1tude]

sounds like less than 100 will be made?

Yes there's only going to be 10 made. :) :) :) [joke]

[G-F]

Yes there's only going to be 10 made. :) :) :)

What?! It's gonna be sold out in under an hour...

[drg]

Yes there's only going to be 10 made. :) :) :)


Tell me you are kidding ...

There was way more interest that that when this got started




Are we going to get closed out from getting one?:confused::confused::(

[jwalker9]

Fairly certain Piers was kidding with the 10 figure. If it looks as good as I think, 50 will sell easily. Maybe we will get lucky and get 99, but I doubt it.

Anybody have any ideas of how I can make 5k in a week? Or perhaps someone would like to buy 2 and sell me one this time next year? Sigh...

[Vig2000]

Waiting with bated breath...

[Alt1tude]

Fairly certain Piers was kidding with the 10 figure. If it looks as good as I think, 50 will sell easily. Maybe we will get lucky and get 99, but I doubt it.

Anybody have any ideas of how I can make 5k in a week? Or perhaps someone would like to buy 2 and sell me one this time next year? Sigh...

There will be more than 10!

[jon]

If you find out Im in the same boat had saved up for one then got made redundant so sadly funds now diverted elsewhere. Hopefullly I will be able to pick one up further down the line.

[Bravo73]

Aha!

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/U2-04.jpg
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:p ;)

[Alt1tude]

Aha!

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/U2-04.jpg
:D


:p ;)

Cheeky!

That's my U2 with custom engraved caseback. NOT related to the SE at all.

I wondered if anyone would spot it that red herring!

[drg]

There will be more than 10!

Ok that's a relief :D

[Bravo73]

Cheeky!

That's my U2 with custom engraved caseback. NOT related to the SE at all.

I wondered if anyone would spot it that red herring!

Oh Piers, you're no fun.

I was hoping to get a bite or two from some of the less observant forumites... ;)

[Alt1tude]

you want fun?

okay - here's a teaser image......

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/teaser.jpg

[Embles]

Intriguing image and nice colours. Can we have an update on the competition scoring so far please Piers?

[Alt1tude]

Intriguing image and nice colours. Can we have an update on the competition scoring so far please Piers?

I'll do all that next week.

Might also reduce points for any posts which have been 'edited' since posting. I know who you are!

[Embles]

Might also reduce points for any posts which have been 'edited' since posting. I know who you are!

I must confess to changing mine but literally a few minutes after the original post as I'd forgotten to include a vital element....Honest!!! ;)

[evosam]

you want fun?

okay - here's a teaser image......

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/teaser.jpg


Ok - been staring at this for 5 mins and have no clue what part of the watch this is from?

A little more of a clue?...is this dial or case or back? :-p

Cheers

-Sam

[dougair]

Ok - been staring at this for 5 mins and have no clue what part of the watch this is from?

A little more of a clue?...is this dial or case or back? :-p

Cheers

-Sam

My guess would be dial...

[me1357]

My guess is dial too, which would make it grey which is unusual for a MB. Most limited editions that I can think of are usually made up of parts that are already produced for other versions and I don't think their is a grey dialled MB.

I have a feeling it's based on a chrono maybe a P or Z.

[thenamesIAN]

Gray dial - perfect!

[Prestjoh]

you want fun?

okay - here's a teaser image......

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/teaser.jpg

Seconds hand ?

[jwalker9]

Yeah I'm trying to decide if that's a yellow seconds hand with a shadow beneath it, on a grey dial. After looking the MB1 rendering on the Bremont site, im fairly certain thats what we are looking at. The white section isn't curved enough to represent a circle inside the dial, so must be artwork or lettering on the dial. Probably of Felix? I do like the color scheme.

[jwalker9]

1553

Aside from being low-res, looks mighty similar, right?


http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/teaser.jpg

[Alt1tude]

1553

Aside from being low-res, looks mighty similar, right?

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii229/piersberry/teaser.jpg

Clever detective work!

[Bravo73]

Hmmm, is the angle of the white line (turned through 90 degrees), very similar to the angle of the back of Felix's head?

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i390/Bravo73/guess_zps89caa612.jpg
Or have I just been staring at it too long? :confused: :o

[jon]

That is assuming its the dial could be a really cool leather pouch

[jwalker9]

Just a few more days now! 4 to be exact. Can see the lume at the end of the tunnel!

[Alt1tude]

Not long now until #FelixFriday.

I'm aiming for launch to be 12 midday GMT.

[jwalker9]

so 7:00 am EST in the US. That works. Some lucky folks will have a nice start to their day before work on a Friday!

[jwalker9]

Hmmm, is the angle of the white line (turned through 90 degrees), very similar to the angle of the back of Felix's head?

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i390/Bravo73/guess_zps89caa612.jpg
Or have I just been staring at it too long? :confused: :o

not a bad assessment! hard to say for certain though. they look really similar in those pictures though.

[Bc321]

Is the 7am US Eastern time confirmed for the launch of the SE website for purchase?

[chipbutty55]

Any further update to the ordering process Piers or is all still the same as previously posted on here??

Awesome job on the design by the way, both Bremont and yourself have done us proud!! Now all I have to do is try and find an empty credit card.....:eek:

[Alt1tude]

Any further update to the ordering process Piers or is all still the same as previously posted on here??

Awesome job on the design by the way, both Bremont and yourself have done us proud!! Now all I have to do is try and find an empty credit card.....:eek:

thank you.

The watch can be reserved at 12 midday GMT at the following URL: alt1tude.bremont.com/se ( This page will update to reflect to show a new ordering system )