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THE RIDE
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50 Bijan Designed Rolls-Royce
52 Wally
54 Hawker-Beechcraft
55 Bell
56 David August
56 Berluti
57 Hermes
58 Lalique
58 MJ Miller
59 Asprey
59 Crevoshay
60 Sabbia
Features
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61 Aaron Basha
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62 Chopard
63 Calvisius
63 Döttling
64 KTM
64 Lotus
65 Manhattan Armor
65 NCR
66 Carbofan
66 Hammacher Schlemmer
67 Taschen
67 Pro Coin
67 Montegrappa
68 Silver Spurs
69 A. Testoni
69 Rock Royalty
69 Joni Carr Studio
70 Johann Fanzoj
70 Zai
70 Maybach
71 Flex Jet
71 Damien Hirst
72 Brunner
72 La Marzocco
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73 Helen Yarmak
73 Ultimate Roses
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26 The Ride
The Tramontana R, a finely-tuned
rocket on four wheels.
32 Time
Girard-Perregaux reinvents a
prize-winning watch, the Three Bridges.
38 Sparkle
De Grisogono designs a sensuous
curve of precious gems.
40 Perfection
Bombardier introduces their
Global Line business jets.
78 Insider
Personalize a timepiece with renowned
designer Vacheron Constantin.
88 Design
Riva and Gucci deftly design
a new Aquariva yacht.
98 Escape
Villas Del Mar, a rustic and
elegant modern resort.
120 Indulge
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conducts online bidding.
128 Last Word
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Everyone loves a great gift.
From the days of unwrapping our childhood toys, to the first
lavish gift we were able to purchase, there is no better way to
express your appreciation.
in the midst of the holiday season, the task of selecting the
perfect gifts are once again at hand. although the importance of
giving to others should never be overlooked, we know our
readers also deserve to celebrate success in a bold and unique way.
From a lightweight motorcycle that will give your most coveted
automobile a run for it’s money, to a classic yacht that could rival
naval ships, our holiday gift guide has something for everyone.
adorn your special lady with one of de Grisogono’s most
lavish creations. This show-stopping necklace is dripping with
sapphires and diamonds making it one of the designer’s most
coveted pieces.
in the heart of this issue, Vacheron constantin gives you the
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opportunity to concoct your own timeless timepieces. The
manufactureroffers a bespoke service that allows you to design
your own watch.
With the holiday season in full effect, we have plotted the
perfect excursion. Take an adventure to Villas del Mar in Los
cabos, Mexico, where you can take pleasures in the Baja
peninsula. You will have no issues jet-setting after reading about
Bombardier business jets, or getting into the holiday spirit after
viewing our Spectrum Wine auctions piece.
This issue has laid out the most rare and quality items in
existence, which will be sure to leave you with an enjoyable
holiday season and happier new year.
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the RiDe
Spanish Fly
Amazing Tramontana R brings race-car
design to the luxury automobile.
By Tom Lapointe
“The Tramontana R has massive horsepower
to complement styling that mimics single-seat
race cars and fighter jets, and is an ideal choice
for well-heeled shoppers who want a vehicle
that is unlike any other on the road.”
When you’re shopping for a handbuilt
European supercar, odds are that you don’t make
plans to start browsing in the backwoods of Spain, where
Surrealist painter Salvadore dalí spent his youth. Spain has
been home to a dozen car manufacturers through the years,
and a small company in the catalonia region, about 100 miles
up the Mediterranean coast from Barcelona, is building an
outrageous car that will assert a major challenge to the famous
italian brands. The Tramontana R has massive horsepower
to complement styling that mimics single-seat race cars and
fighter jets, and is an ideal choice for well-heeled shoppers
who want a vehicle that is unlike any other on the road.
Several boutique car builders have attempted to bring
a Formula 1 style vehicle to market, but the Tramontana
appears to have all the right ingredients to put the pedal
to the metal: distinctive looks, true race-car engineering,
carbon-fiber construction and a drive train powered by an
impressively dynamic engine. its extraordinary visual beauty
is the product of a team of veterans from both aerospace and
engineering disciplines, and skilled fabricators led by Josep
Rubau, a visionary professor of the masters program of vehicle
design at the Elisava/universitat pompeu Fabra in Barcelona.
But the Tramontana R is no academic exercise; it is a finelytuned
rocket on four wheels.
The heart of the vehicle is its incredible rear mid-mounted,
twin-turbocharged V12 engine sourced from Mercedes-Benz.
The dash has a selection switch that allows the driver to set
the 5.5-litre power plant to either 550 horsepower for
casual driving; or a whopping 720 horsepower at 5,250
RpM (and 811 pound-feet of torque at only 4,000 RpM),
for ultimate performance. This asphalt-shredding power is
channeled to the rear wheels through a 6-speed sequential
manual gearbox (SMG) that is engaged with a traditional
clutch. Working this effective combination gives this
special car a top speed of more than 200 mph. Factory specs
have the vehicle making a 0-62 mph run in 3.6 seconds,
a conservative estimate, given its impressive power-toweight
ratio.
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the RiDe
“Factor in perfect balance and
a very low center of gravity,
and you have a formula for
incredible handling.”
The driver is seated on the centerline of the
vehicle with one passenger immediately to the rear,
just as in a jet — although a track-day single-seat
version is available. While early iterations of the
car were open-top, an automatic cockpit canopy
that can be removed has been added to the ‘R’
variant. The enclosed cabin is augmented by an
effective climate control system to ensure the car
appeals to buyers in hotter or wetter climates and
assures owners a more user-friendly experience.
The interior’s ooh aspects — exposed carbon fiber,
racing seats, simple controls, and an Lcd screen
that includes performance telemetry — invite
performance-minded buyers to climb aboard and
enjoy a driving experience like no other. The car
is finished in all of its polished carbon-fiber glory,
with wide gold accent stripes and matching
gold wheels.
carbon-fiber construction throughout gives
the vehicle both a light weight (just under 2,800
pounds) and the rigidity of a world-class race car.
The overall design and aerodynamic enhancements
aren’t the only race-inspired elements that provide
the car with stellar performance. Other trackfriendly
equipment includes a double-wishbone
suspension damped by horizontally-mounted
adjustable Öhlins shock absorbers with fluid
reservoirs that allow for a variable ride height. and
don’t forget massive amounts of rubber mounted
on 20-inch magnesium racing wheels with carbon
fiber cores, plus 6-piston Brembo brakes that bind
carbon ceramic disks. Factor in perfect balance
and a very low center of gravity, and you have a
formula for incredible handling — as evidenced by
a staggering lateral grip of 1.22g.
prices start in the half-million-dollar range, but
as with other highly exclusive bespoke products
that are hand-crafted, custom options (which
reportedly include a diamond-encrusted interior)
can push the price close to the million-dollar mark.
The vehicle is available for purchase in the united
States, so if you missed your chance to fly jets or
want a supercar like no other, this unique Spanish
hot rod is just the ticket.
Tramontana, +34.972.568.164,
www.tramontanagroup.com
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Tramontana R
Manufactured Spain
List Price Approx. $509,000
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Engine 5.5-Liter DOHC twin-turbocharged V12
Horsepower Max 720 hp @ 5,250 rpm
Torque 811 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Layout Rear engine
Transmission 6-speed sequential manual gearbox with clutch
Drivetrain Rear-wheel Drive
Length 192.9 in.
Width 81.9 in.
Curb Weight 2,796 lbs
Top Speed 200+ mph (manufacturer est.)
Acceleration: 0-60 mph 3.6 sec (manufacturer est.)
Lateral grip 1.22g
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Girard-Perregaux’s Three Bridges timepiece
spans two-centuries of watchmaking.
For years, fine watchmakers have been fascinated by the
tourbillon, a gyroscope-like device intended to counteract
the effect of gravity on the accuracy of a watch because
of its constant movement — up, down, sideways. developed
around 1795 by a French-Swiss watchmaker and conceived
by an Englishman, the tourbillon is so complicated to design,
perfect and manufacture, especially in its tiniest incarnations,
that it has come to represent the pinnacle of the watchmaker’s
craft.
With the Girard-perregaux Three Bridges Tourbillon,
reintroduced for 2010 in a limited edition of 50 pieces
(each priced at $180,000), the fascination of the tourbillon
is perfectly clear. in this current iteration of the Three
Bridges watch, the case is a warm, traditional pink gold, a
noble alloy of white gold and copper, and the proportions
and curves fit perfectly on the wrist. One of the several
innovations of this watch has been to conceptualize the
movement as not merely technical and functional but also
as an aesthetic element in its own right. Most strikingly,
in this model, Girard-perregaux has taken the design to the
next level, replacing the solid bridges of previous models
with bridges that have been rendered open, almost lacy,
by punching out rectangular holes at either end. Framed
by these cutouts, through the watch’s anti-reflective sapphire
crystal, one can perfectly see the chiseled, beveled, and
polished heart of the watch, with its 262 precision-engineered
components, and the fragile tourbillon at its center. an
assemblage of 72 separate tiny pieces nestled into a space no
wider than a centimeter, the tourbillon weighs just 0.3 grams,
about the same as a swan’s feather.
Wearing the Girard-perregaux Tourbillon with Three
Gold Bridges — the tourbillon in constant motion like the
fluttering heartbeat of a bird — you are in the presence
of exquisite human ingenuity and skill. The watch has an
aliveness that makes it such a joy to own and wear that mere
functionality is beside the point.
Girard-Perregaux, +41.32.911.3333,
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By Karen Cure
“Girard-Perregaux has taken the design
to the next level, replacing the solid
bridges of previous models with bridges
that have been rendered open, almost
lacy, by punching out rectangular holes
at either end.”
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de Grisogono’s glorious
swirl of jewels.
By Enid Harlow
now from the jewelry
collection of the
famed house of
de Grisogono, based in
Geneva and founded
by Fawaz Gruosi
in 1993, comes
the breathtakingly
beautiful bejeweled
collar. This glorious
swirl of contiguous
jewels sails around
the contours of a
woman’s neck, tapering
almost to invisibility at
the back and falling in
two gentle swirls in front, to
lie softly against the skin. One
lavish arc comes to rest against
the clavicle, the other kisses the throat
inches further down.
Banded by white gold, this exquisite collar of
jewels — with two pear-shaped white diamonds of 16.56 carats
set at the tips — lightly caresses the flesh of the woman who
wears it, while boldly captivating the eye of the beholder. Eight
hundred and seventeen blue sapphires, weighing 136.15 carats,
are interspersed with white diamonds. Throughout this entire
“voyage,” 157 white diamonds, weighing 20.35 carats, sparkle
like stars cutting a swath through the zodiac.
When you place this sensuous curve of precious gems about
your lady’s neck, she will know she is truly cherished. The
passion of the piece belies its quiet sophistication. its incredible
delicacy whispers of romance. and yet a power races through the
curve that flashes like lightning and symbolizes enduring love. a
priceless work of art, this necklace is like no other in the world.
it holds a fire that will set any woman’s heart ablaze. icy in its
elegance yet crying out to be touched, the de Grisogono collar
of jewels sells for $2,715,100.
de Grisogono, 212.439.4220, www.degrisogono.com
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“This glorious swirl
of contiguous jewels sails
around the contours of a
woman’s neck, tapering
almost to invisibility at
the back and falling in two
gentle swirls in front, to lie
softly against the skin.”
Av a i l a b l e a t

peRfection
The Business of
Speed
Fly farther on less fuel and with lower emissions
on Bombardier’s new Global Business jets.
By Chris Moore
Bombardier, a company long known for
the superiority of its aircraft, is introducing updated models to
its Global line of large business jets. The Global 7000 and Global
8000 aircraft will see service beginning in early 2016 and 2017,
respectively. Both aircraft will offer incomparable comfort and
range, the largest cabin capacity, and farthest non-stop traveling
distance in their class. The jets are designed for ultra long-range
performance and boast the newest generation of GE engines,
which provide high efficiency and low fuel-burn between cities
as distant as new York and Mumbai or La and Sydney. couple
the efficiency and range of the models with the technological
innovation and standards of elegance found on all Bombardier
business jets, and one is viewing the most advanced aircraft
around the globe.
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THE WAIT
IS OVER.
Everybody hates waiting–especially when
traveling. If you frequently travel abroad from
the U.S. for business or leisure, you know the
feeling: you’re back in the country after a long
trip, and you just want to get on your way
home or to your connecting fl ight. That’s why
U.S. Customs and Border Protection devel-
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international travelers. As a Global Entry
With Global Entry, there’s no need to
wait in the passport line.
member, you arrive home in the U.S. after a trip
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peRfection
as the world grows smaller and emerging markets become
more and more important, it is essential for business people to
have access to aircraft that can quickly reach as far as their
businesses. With this in mind, Bombardier has increased the nonstop
global reach capability of their jets. The larger of these jets,
the Global 7000 aircraft, will have a range of 7,300 nautical
miles, a maximum cruising speed of mach 0.85 and a high speed
of mach 0.90. The Global 7000 will also have the ability to carry
up to ten passengers with a crew of four.
Though slightly smaller, the Bombardier Global 8000 will
carry eight passengers, but the sacrifice of size and weight with
the 8000 line happily translates into an increase in the
aircraft’s maximum distance. The 8000 aircraft will have the
ability to travel nearly 8000 nm without need of stopping, and
at roughly the same speeds as the slightly larger 7000.
Both jets boast state-of-the-art technological advancements.
The Global Vision flight deck accords the crew an
unmatched cabin-maintenance system with the highest level
of connectivity and integration of cockpit to cabin. in
addition to providing control and comfort unmatched in the
industry, the system also offers advanced synthetic visioning
that is at the cutting edge of aviation technology. notably,
both aircraft feature the new high-speed transonic wing. The
wing, designed to be both lighter and thinner than comparable
wings of this class, helps to increase the aircraft’s fuel
efficiency overall.
“... it is essential for business people to have
access to aircraft that can quickly reach as
far as their businesses. With this in mind,
Bombardier has increased the non-stop
global reach capability of their jets.”
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peRfection
Bombardier has not only designed their new aircraft with
both comfort and long distance in mind, but also with an eye
toward productivity and responsibility. Both aircraft will be
equipped with the latest GE engines, which, when coupled with
the new transonic wing design, will reduce fuel consumption by
some 8%, compared to the current industry-leading Bombardier
Global Express xRS. The power plant will also lower harmful
nOx emissions to 50% below the upcoming civil aircraft
Emissions protocol.
With increased cabin space, outstanding range, peerless fuel
efficiency and emissions reduction, the new Global line of
Bombardier aircraft shows that it really is possible to have one’s
cake and eat it too.
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Gift Guide
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very day should be a reason to treat yourself. Our
holiday gift guide has this season covered. Browse
through our collection of the latest, hottest creations from
renowned designers, which is sure to feed the hungriest
of holiday appetites.
By Christine Thomasos and Patricia D Empaire

Rolls-Royce
BiJOn ROLLS-ROYcE
The legendary Rolls-Royce brand has found a way to top itself
with the new phantom collection by world-renowned designer
Bijan pakzad. Starting at $1 million, these brightly colored
automobiles are sure to light up the road wherever they go.
Rolls-Royce, www.rolls-royce.com, 310.273. 6544
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55 WaLLY pOWER
You don’t need to be a commissioned naval officer to sail the
seas. The 55 wally power boat uses state-of-the-art navy
hydrodynamic technology and a tensile steel hull construction
to make you the smoothest thing on the water.
Wally, +377.931.000.93, www.wally.com
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Wally

Hawker Beechcraft
HaWKER 200
Flying is now faster and more exciting than ever. The Hawker
200 is bigger and better than its competitors, for only a fraction
of the cost. This aircraft can be yours for a cool $18 million.
Hawker Beechcraft, +316.676.5034, www.hawkerbeechcraft.com
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Bell
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BELL 429
instead of waiting in lines at the airport, why not own the most
spacious helicopter in the skies? The Bell 429 comfortably seats
eight people and comes complete with a roomy baggage
compartment for $5 million.
Bell Helicopter, 817.280.2011, www.bellhelicopter.textron.com
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David August
ipad cOLLEcTiOn
Just because you are on the move, does not mean you can’t
bring your business with you. The $37,800 ipad collection
includes an ipad cover, a soft laptop attaché case, a dopp kit,
watch holder and change tray crafted from some of the finest
hand-cut alligator skin.
David August, 714.545.SUIT, www.davidaugustinc.com
Berluti
BERLuTi SuiTcaSE
cOLLEcTiOn
if you are traveling during the holiday
season, why not do it in style, carrying
Berluti’s classic leather messenger bag,
$2,800; wash bag, $1,350; portfolio, $1,650;
shoulder bag, $2,150; tote bag, $3,000;
briefcase, $2,250; rolling suitcase, $9,000;
and travel reporter, $3,600, to make any
travel plans complete.
Berluti, 212.480.6940, www.berluti.com
SaddLE BaG
For the seasoned equestrian, Hermès creates the perfect tools to
bring style to the stables. The saddle bag, $18,055, has been
created with canvas, leather, cowhide and goatskin, and is
packaged together to ensure the smoothest of rides.
Hermès
VicTORia FOuRRE-TOuT 43 BaG
in GRizzLY caLFSKin
Hermès finds a way to redefine the word “grizzly” with
this chevron-lined canvas bag. Starting at $3,600 the calfskin
suede exterior is light and effortlessly sophisticated.
pOLOcHOn VOYaGE 65 BaG
in EVERGRain caLFSKin
There is no better way to travel than with this reissued Evergrain
calfskin canvas bag. aside from a spacious interior, this $8,900
bag features a removable strap and padlock.
Hermès, 212.751.3181, www.usa.hermes.com
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Lalique
LaLiQuE SERpEnT nEcKLacE
The serpent has stood the test of time throughout jewelry
designs. Lalique decided to continue in following this tradition
with their 17.90-carat serpent necklace covered in diamonds
and emeralds. Based on the original design by René Lalique, the
piece is priced at $280,000.
Lalique, 201.939.4199, www.cristallique.fr
MJ Miller
REd EMERaLd RinG
it would be hard not to notice this red emerald piece on the
hand of a lucky woman. Set in platinum and 18-karat gold, this
$85,000 1.46-carat gem, with a 1.71 total weight, is sure to bring
some glamorous holiday cheer.
MJ Miller, 847.381.7900, www.mjmillerjewelers.com
Asprey
caMELOT cuFFLinKS
inspired by the tale of camelot, these majestic purple cufflinks
reflect the classical iconography of Guinevere’s intricate
headdress. They feature pavé diamonds and amethysts in 18-karat
white gold. For $4,000, add a touch of royalty to your dress shirt.
Asprey, 212.688.1811, www.asprey.com
William Goldberg
LOREM
crevoshay found a way to capture the beauty of the moon in this
18k pendant. inspired by a celestial window, the designer’s use
of moonstone, sapphire, diamonds and a conch pearl, make the
$135,000 pin a dream come true.
Crevoshay, 505.898.2888, www.crevoshay.com
Crevoshay
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cREVOSHaY pin
crevoshay found a way to capture the beauty of the moon in this
18k pendant. inspired by a celestial window, the designer’s use
of moonstone, sapphire, diamonds and a conch pearl, make the
$135,000 pin a dream come true.
Crevoshay, 505.898.2888, www.crevoshay.com
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Sabbia
pEaRL nEcKLacE WiTH diaMOnd FaSTEnER
as part of the Lina Fanourakis collection, this piece was inspired
by the light reflecting off of stained glass windows. The white
South Sea pearls used in the necklace are set in 18-karat
white gold and fastened with rosecut diamonds. price available
upon request.
WHiTE diaMOnd paVE cHOKER
Set in 18-karat white gold, this piece, held together by diamond
circles, is the perfect accent to any beautiful neckline. The white
pavé beads encircling the choker make for a white winter
regardless of where you are.
Sabbia, 312.440.0044, www.sabbia.com
Aaron Basha
WHiTE cHaRM BRacELET
This charming bracelet will bring you a white holiday season, no
matter where you reside. The pig, tiger, panda and shoe charms
dangling off of the piece have enough black and white diamonds,
rubies and sapphires to create opulent opportunities.
ROSE GOLd cHaRM BRacELET
The shoe, cow, frog and teddy bear charms set in rose gold bring
the barnyard to life on your wrist. diamonds, pink sapphires and
rubies create the perfect rose-colored remedy for holiday cheer.
Aaron Basha, 212.935.1960, www.aaronbasha.com
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Chopard
L.u.c. EnGinE OnE TOuRBiLLOn
chopard is celebrating its 150th anniversary with this limited
edition series. The titanium design covered in sapphire crystals
comes complete with a hand-sewn black alligator strap. price
available upon request.
Chopard, 212.821.0300, www.chopard.com
Ulysse Nardin
EL TORO
ulysse nardin continues to charge ahead of the competition
with this limited edition design that comes in platinum and
18-karat red gold. complete with a second time zone, the watch
design is held together with your choice of a leather or rubber
strap. price available upon request.
Ulysse Nardin, 561.988.8600, www.ulysse-nardin.ch
Döttling
cOLOSiMO
inspired by an old chicago crime boss known for robbing banks,
the “colosimo” is the smallest safe of its kind. Made from
German stainless steel, the $23,000 safe has 16 hardened
locking bolts and 32 gilded cogs that ensure your possessions
will be secure.
Döttling, +49.703.143.7456, www.doettling.com
Calvisius
OSciETRa
calvisius has given italy a reputation as a premier destination
to obtain “black gold,” or caviar, and you can experience it this
holiday season. One of the world’s finest caviar brands has outdone
itself with the sumptuous Oscietra.
Calvisius, 212.696.9883, www.calvisius.com
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KTM
KTM x-BOW
This ultra-light high-tech carbon fiber automobile is unlike
anything else on the streets. With no windscreen, roof or radio,
the driver behind this wheel will be taken on the joyride of
their life. price available upon request.
KTM, +43.7742.6000.4313, www.ktm-x-bow.com
Lotus
LOTuS 125
For those that live the fast life, there is no better vehicle to take
a ride in than this six-speed race-car inspired Lotus. With a V8
engine, the six-speed semi-automatic runs for a cool $1 million.
Lotus, 800.24.LOTUS, www.lotuscars.com
Manhattan Armor
ManHaTTan aRMOR
For the best protection, america’s only
armored car dealership offers the finest
in automotive security. With ballistic
resistance designed to shield the entire
vehicle from attack, this service ensures
that you make it out of the holiday
season safe and sound. price available
upon request.
Manhattan Armor, 212.447.6500,
www.manhattanarmor.com
NCR
ncR M16
a motorcycle this light cannot be found at a regular dealer. The
$225,000 lightweight machine, made entirely of carbon fiber
and titanium, must be special-ordered, and is well worth it.
NCR, +39.051.62.97.42, www.ncrfactory.com
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Carbofan
FuLL caRBOn BacKGaMMOn caSE
count your pips on almost weightless dice and move along blots
made of high quality stainless steel play stones, when you own
the first full carbon backgammon case ever made. The case has
an extremely unique design, with every detail thought out to
perfection. customize your $18,000 board by choosing the color
combination for the playground. Limited edition of 99 pieces.
price available upon request.
Carbofan, +49.171.992.7272, www.carbofan.com
Hammacher Schlemmer
EMOTiVE ROBOTic aVaTaR
in the future, some believe that robots will be performing our
daily tasks. But how about expressing our emotions? Just try to
keep a straight face as the Emotive Robotic avatar portrays five
feelings: happy, confused, angry, sad, and embarrassed. The
robot uses a combination of eye expressions, antenna colors,
body language, and the digitally modulated voice of its operator.
For $65,000 you can put a new meaning on being sentimental.
Hammacher Schlemmer, 800.321.1484, www.hammacher.com
ProCoin
Taschen
inVERTEd JEnnY pOSTaL STaMp
almost one hundred years ago, the first airmail stamps
distributed by the u.S. postal service featured a picture
of an airplane turned upside down. Today, one of the
unhinged carmine-rose and blue “inverted Jennies”
can be purchased for $817,500.
Pro Coin, 866.472.8126, www.procoin.com
G.O.a.T
The champ’s Edition of G.O.a.T. is as vibrant and unique as
Muhammad ali, one of the most remarkable athletes in the
world. G.O.a.T. is a worthy tribute reflecting his grand-scale
achievements. The $15,000 book, limited to 1,000 copies, is
signed by ali and features over 3,000 images and a selection of
the best interviews from the past five decades.
Taschen, 212.226.2212, www.taschen.com
Montegrappa
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LiMiTEd EdiTiOn ETERnaL BiRd
The Eternal Bird was created for the 10th anniversary of
Montagrappa’s classic dragon pen. it’s a mythological writing
instrument: The phoenix, reborn from its ashes, joins its
traditional companion, the dragon. The fountain pen has
been molded using a sophisticated die-casting technique.
Only ten are available, at $41,000 each.
Montagrappa, +39.424.522.232, www.montegrappa.com
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Silver Spurs
SiLVER SpuRS HORSE
With a name like Mity Big Boom, this horse would be the
perfect addition to any stable. For $500,000 the five-year-old
chestnut beauty will take you for the ride of your life.
Silver Spurs, 480.563.1966, www.silverspursequine.com
Rock Royalty
Joni Carr Studio
KaGEd aLLiGaTOR GuiTaR
Rock and roll with a one-of-a-kind, custom guitar designed for the most
discriminating musicians, guitar collectors and jewelry aficionados. The Kaged
alligator Guitar has a Fender Telecaster custom wrapped in black alligator and
is highlighted by Rock Royalty’s handmade volume knobs, tuning keys and
selector switch, containing 27.42 cts of natural black diamonds and 2.30 cts of
rubies set in sterling silver with black ruthenium. price is $125,000.
Rock Royalty, 615.669.7776, www.rockroyaltyguitars.com
WESTERn BLuEBiRd
all boots were not made for walking. This $3,600 studded sculpture
was made strictly for admiration in your home this holiday season.
Joni Carr Studio, 303.684.0174, www.jonicarrstudio.com
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Maybach
Zai
MaYBacH EYEWEaR
Maybach is known for their luxurious cars and now they are
releasing an exclusive collection of eyewear. Maybach eyewear
is hand-crafted using only the highest quality materials,
including fine wood, leather, and natural horn, as well as titanium
and 18-karat white, yellow, and rose gold. prices range between
$1,700 and $2,200, depending on the design.
Maybach, 949.642.6630, www.maybach-eyewear.com
Johann Fanzoj
dEERHunTER
if you are on the hunt for the perfect rifle this holiday season, the
sidelock double barrel rifle is the perfect remedy. For $670,600,
the rare collector’s piece is enough to get anybody fired up.
Deerhunter, +43.4227.2283, www.fanzoj.com
THE nEzza
zai created a “black blade to tame the mountain” for the most
serious skiers. For $6,934 these carbon fiber composite skis will
be ready to carve black diamonds.
Zai, +41.81.936.44.55, www.zai.ch
Damien Hirst
SiLVER TuRTLE
Slow and steady wins the race — especially when the contestant
is made of pure silver. The 2010 Silver Turtle has diamonds eyes,
and comes with a leather box engraved with a signature and
edition number. Only 35 are available and the price is $8,000.
Damien Hirst, 212.744.9200, www.damienhirst.com
Flexjet
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a private jet, some of the world’s best wine, and a meal prepared
by a culinary genius are three great reasons to take part in the
$124,000 FlexJet 25 card program this holiday season.
Flexjet, 888.240.2108, www.flexjet25.com
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Brunner
iROn dOG nO. 5.
Baking should be a piece of cake this holiday
season with this exquisite wood-fired stove, known
as the iron dog no. 5. You can choose from
sterling silver or gold, and it has a cast iron gas
deflection. The price is $4 million.
Brunner, +49.8721.771.126. www.brunner.eu
La Marzocco
MiSTRaL
no need to worry whether medium or grande is the correct
lingo: The Mistral Espresso machine brings the barista
home. its dual-boiler technology and foot-activated steam
system helps create your perfect latte. The price is $24,000.
La Marzocco, 206.706.9104, www.lamarazocco.com
Helen Yarmak
BaRGuzinE REVERSiBLE SaBLE cOaT
it is never too late to add the perfect winter coat to your
special lady’s wardrobe. This deep brown Barguzin reversible
sable coat would make the perfect addition to any closet this
holiday season. price available upon request.
Helen Yarmak, 212.245.0777, www.helenyarmak.com
Ultimate Rose
THE uLTiMaTE ROSE
The ultimate Rose seems to understand that the presentation
is just as important as the purchase. Each box of roses come
with wrapping made of golden tissue and a classic card for a
personal message. price available upon request.
The Ultimate Rose, 800.986.2918, www.theultimaterose.com
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Gift Guide
Aaron Basha 212.935.1960 www.aaronbasha.com
Asprey 212.688.1811 www.asprey.com
Bell Helicopter 817.280.2551 www.bellhelicopter.textron.com
Berlutti +44.207.437.1740 www.berluti.com
Bijan 310.273.6544 www.bijan.com
Brunner +49.872.177.1126 www.brunner.eu
Calvisius 855.225.8474 www.calvisiuscaviar.com
Carbofan +49.171.992.7272 www.carbofan.com
Chopard 212.223.2304 www.chopard.com
Crevoshay 505.898.2888 www.crevoshay.com
Damien Hurst 212.744.9200 www.othercriteria.com
David August 714.545.7848 www.davidaugustinc.com
Döttling +49.703.143.7456 www.doettling.com
Flex Jet 800.353.9538 www.flexjet.com
Hammacher 800.321.1484 www.hammacher.com
Hasselblad 800.367.6434 www.hasselbladusa.com
Hawker Beechcraft 316.676.5034 www.hawkerbeechcraft.com
Helen Yarmak 212.245.0777 www.helenyarmak.com
Hermes 212.751.3181 www.hermes.com
Johann Fanzoj +43.42.27.22.83 www.fanzoj.com
Joni Carr Studio 303.684.0174 www.jonicarrstudio.com
KTM +43.7742.6000.4313 www.ktm-x-bow.com
La Marzocco 206.706.9104 www.lamarzocco.com
Lalique 212.355.6550 www.cristallalique.fr
Lotus 800.245.6887 www.lotuscars.com
Manhattan Armor 212.447.6500 www.manhattanarmor.com
Maybach 949.642.6630 www.maybach-eyewear.com
MJ Miller 847.381.7900 www.mjmillerjewelers.com
Montagrappa +39.424.522.232 www.montegrappa.com
NCR 613.936.3579 www.ncrfactory.com
ProCoin 949.429.8660 www.procoin.com
Sabbia 312.440.0044 www.sabbia.com
Silver Spurs 480.563.1966 www.silverspursequine.com
Taschen 212.226.2212 www.taschen.com
Ultimate Rose 800.986.2918 www.theultimaterose.com
Ulysse Nardin 561.988.8600 www.ulysse-nardin.ch
Wally +377.931.0000.93 www.wally.com
Zai +41.819.364.456 www.zai.ch
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Create Your
Own Time
Vacheron Constantin’s
bespoke watch service.
By Karen Cure
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To celebrate their wedding day, Katie Holmes gave Tom
cruise a watch by Vacheron constantin, engraved “i
love you.” at the 48th Grammy award ceremony in
2006, Kanye West wore a yellow-gold Vacheron constantin
Overseas chronograph, a model not unlike the one J-Lo bought
for her then-fiancé Ben affleck, to celebrate their engagement.
and it was Vacheron constantin who made the one-of-a-kind
watch given by an unnamed sheikh as a wedding gift to
diana, princess of Wales — its 18-karat white-gold case
embellished by 108 perfectly matched emerald-cut diamonds.
(The design mimicked that of the firm’s 188-diamond
1979 Kallista, now valued at an estimated $11 million.)
Vacheron constantin watches have also been worn by napoléon
Bonaparte, pope pius xi, the duke of Windsor, presidents
Harry S. Truman and dwight d. Eisenhower, interviewer Larry
King, actor charlie Sheen, violinist itzhak perlman, current
Le Bernardin co-owner and executive chef Eric Ripert,
and longtime Ferrari cEO Jean Todt, now president of
the Fédération internationale de l’automobile.
Vacheron constantin fans, among wristwatch-collecting
cognoscenti, praise the venerable watchmaker’s exquisite choice
of materials, the interplay of engineering and design, and the
sophisticated, accurate movements — “a blend of rigorous strategy
and creative freedom,” says publicis Group chairman and cEO
Maurice Lévy, another devotee. “no other manufacturer details
their dials or their cases as uniquely as Vacheron constantin,”
says retired continental airlines chairman and cEO Gordon
Bethune, another collector. Robert Maron, chairman of the
Geneva-based horological auction house antiquorum, describes
the corporate style as a fusion of French design sensibilities and
faultless Swiss technology. perhaps because of all of the above,
Vacheron constantin watches simply feel good on the wrist.
a brand identity distinguished by a quarter-millennium of
fame could easily inhibit the growth of the brand in the present.
not so with Vacheron constantin. Founded in 1755 by Jean-Marc
Vacheron and expanded by his grandson’s partnership with
31-year-old François constantin, the august firm has been at
the forefront of watchmaking innovation since the beginning.
Vacheron constantin was the first watchmaker to produce standardized
interchangeable watch parts; one of the first to produce
a wristwatch of a type we know today (in 1889, an 18-karat
bangle bracelet, which was auctioned in 1994 for $19,531); and
one of the first to create a watch in platinum — a precious metal
so fabulously expensive and so notoriously difficult to work with
that only a handful of watchmakers have developed the
technical skills to master it; as well as having been the
creator of the world’s slimmest mechanical watch, the
patrimony (its movement just 1.64 mm thick), which debuted
in 1955 to mark the firm’s 200th year of watchmaking. The
year 2003 brought the Tourbillion watch in platinum,
a fashion-wise accessory that had to be ordered 18 months
in advance, despite the six-figure price tag mandated by the
1,000 man-hours of labor that go into each watch. in 2005
came the Tour de l’ile watch, cleverly mixing cutting-edge
technologies and traditional horological expertise, a
masterwork that was initially priced at $1.5 million and
was created to celebrate the company’s 250th anniversary.
“... a masterwork that
was initially priced at
$1.5 million and was created
to celebrate the company’s
250th anniversary.”
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“... a specially designed dial or an
exception movement that is 100%
in-house made, and cannot be copied.”
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named for the firm’s longtime home in Geneva, on an island
in the middle of the Rhone River, the Tour de l’ile was one
of the most complicated wristwatches ever produced, with 834
parts and 16 horological “complications” — that is, horological
features such as day, date, and moon-phase indicators; stopwatch
features; hour-and-minute chimes; perpetual calendars that
automatically account for leap year (thanks to one tiny gear
inside the watch that turns every four years); and gyroscope-like
tourbillons, which turn about once a minute to compensate for
gravity’s pull (and which add between $40,000 and $120,000
to the tab).
after the Tour de l’ile won the coveted L’aiguille d’Or
(Golden Watch Hand) at the watchmaking “Oscars” in Geneva
in 2005, Vacheron constantin did not rest on its laurels, but
instead tackled the newest challenge facing 21st-century luxury
watchmakers: a market flooded with some 40 million fakes
annually, some of them, superficially, at least, attempting to be
more-than-creditable copies.
The solution was to allow for personalization. in 2006, the
atélier cabinotiers special-order division was created
(cabinotiers were the early Swiss watchmakers), making fully bespoke
watches. These contain a specially designed dial or an exception
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The fluid contours and original silhouettes of the line are
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gold microlettering on the dial — the text too small to read
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“Up here, the dominant color
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the dominant color is blue — in all its variants. it’s
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Heading towards the beach, we see more of del
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is fully accessible to guests.”
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Full Spectrum
Wine Auction House Goes 21st Century
Spectrum Wine Auctions combines access
to both live and online auctions to satisfy
wine lovers around the world.
By Ariel Jastromb
Spectrum Wine auctions came to
be in the summer of 2009. Ever merging the old with the new,
Spectrum Wine auctions — with both its reverence for the
traditional and its history of innovative contributions to the
wine-auction industry — embraces the long-term expertise of
its parent company, Spectrum Group international, inc.
in its debut, Spectrum Wine auctions pulled in a cool $3.5
million in sales of fine and rare wines. Highlights of the sale
included: collections of Screaming Eagle cabernet Sauvignon at
a combined total of $214,920 (pre-sale estimate: $206,600);
château Montelena verticals from 1977 to 2008 in various sizes
at a combined total of $45,410 (pre-sale estimate: $38,500);
collections of château Lafite Rothschild sold for a combined
total of $619,368.50 (pre-sale estimate: $482,880); 12 bottles of
1982 château Lafite Rothschild in OWc for $49,293, $50,190,
and $53,775 (pre-sale estimate: $40,000 per lot); 12 bottles of
1982 château Mouton Rothschild in OWc for $19,120
(pre-sale estimate: $13,000).
Through the use of cutting-edge technology, innovations in
the auction process and absolute dedication to each and every
customer, Spectrum Wine auctions hosts live auctions from
both california and Hong Kong. can’t make it to china? Relax
and participate virtually though Spectrum’s unprecedented online
auction experience. perks include 360-degree images of every
lot offered and buyer-and-seller benefits that favor the most
user-friendly modes of operation.
These include cash advances of up to 50 percent of the
pre-estimate up-front payouts in full within 30 business days of
the auction’s close and single-number pre-estimates. in addition,
consignors can sell via bi-weekly online auctions, which run for
two weeks before officially closing, provided that the wine has
been stored properly and meets all requirements for auction.
“In its debut, Spectrum Wine
Auctions pulled in a cool $3.5 million
in sales of fine and rare wines.”
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These bi-weekly auctions maintain interest
and allow true aficionados to bid as often as
possible for the finest and rarest wines in the
world. With the mere click of a mouse, the
most demanding connoisseur can secure what
could become his or her next favorite and
most valuable wine.
For online bidding during live auctions,
Spectrum offers a fully integrated, real-time
software system developed by company
president Jason Boland. at only 28 years of
age, Boland represents the youth and vitality
that Spectrum has injected into its company
and its auction processes.
all transactions are secure and link to both
california and Hong Kong auctions, allowing
live-streaming audio and video from the
california location to bring the auction
experience straight through the computer to
the bidder. The bidder gets the feel for the
auction and can survey other bidders as well.
The ability to view the auction as it takes
place not only adds excitement to bidding,
but serves as a respectful nod to the traditional
auction-house atmosphere and etiquette.
“Our clients are essential to our success,
and every bit of technology and break
with tradition we bring to the wine-auction
equation is designed to make the experience
both enjoyable and easy for our customers,”
says company president Jason Boland.
Spectrum Wine auctions’ catalogues are
categorized by consignor and by region.
unlike traditional auction houses, where
wines are sold by the cellar (a whole cellar
must be sold before another is up for sale),
Spectrum auctions operate by grouping all
Bordeaux-region wines together, or all
california wines together, creating an auction
more appealingly targeted to buyers.
“Our clients are essential to
our success, and every bit of
technology and break with
tradition we bring to the
wine-auction equation is
designed to make the
experience both enjoyable
and easy for our customers.”

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“... Spectrum offers a temperaturecontrolled
storage facility in the
Wine Cellar Club ... which features
the option of long-term storage to
both buyer and seller.”
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in addition, Spectrum offers a temperature-controlled storage
facility in the Wine cellar club, located in irvine, california,
which features the option of long-term storage to both buyer
and seller. The ease of its auctions is a most important mark of
Spectrum’s success.
Spectrum’s dynamic team is directed by Greg Roberts, Spectrum
Group international chief Executive Officer, and by Jason Boland,
Spectrum Wine auctions president, who manages most of the
technological growth in the company and expands that auction
experience to an ever-increasing global community.
Mario Sculatti, a fourth-generation napa Valley native, along with
powell Yang, are Spectrum’s directors of Sales and consignments.
They specialize in both the domestic and asian markets, from where
many key Spectrum clients hail. amanda Keston, director of client
Services and auctioneer, rounds out the team.
Spectrum Wine Auctions, 888.982.1982, www.spectrumwine.com

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