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There is a rich history behind regulator hour displays, dating back to ship navigation
in the 18th century. It was brought to the attention of the masse by horologists
Graham and Harrison, and used by many Swiss and German watchmakers to test the accuracy
of other clocks and time pieces. The Franc Vila Column Regulator carries
on this tradition, by displaying the hours in the subdial, the minutes in the center
of the watch, and the seconds in the second subdial located at the 6 o'clock spot.
There is also a date display in the upper section of the watch which is constructed
from meteorite, and small panes of sapphire run through the dial so that you can
see the wheels lying below.
To truly appreciate the new designs of the Franc Vila Column Regulator watch,
it's helpful to learn a little about the man behind the design. Franc Vila hails
from the Spanish region of Valencia, where he started designing watches after studying
fine art, philosophy, and bio-chemical engineering. This emphasis on fine arts can
be seen in the unique designs of the Franc Vila collection, which showcases truly
special and charming works of art, which are as functional as they are easy to admire.
The Franc Vila Column Regulator is the latest in a long line of specialty
designer watches, including the Esprit Unique which made him famous. This new watch
design is meant to blend art, nature, and science into a state of harmony. With
a black rubber strap, a folding black PVD steel clasp, scratch resistant sapphire
crystal, and an 18kt rose gold crown and screws, the Column Regulator is a precious
design that is ideal to give to the timekeeping enthusiast in your life, or to wear
on your own as an elegant fashion statement.
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