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Quiz: Corum Concept Watch Quiz

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How many collections does Corum have?
Corum is currently based on five collections that embody its vision of 21st-century watchmaking: Admiral, Golden Bridge, Heritage, LAB and Bubble.
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The main plate and bridges of the movement of the Concept Watch are made of which specific material?
The movement’s every component has been meticulously crafted and seems to be suspended within the sapphire plates, resulting in a visually striking effect that perfectly embodies the essence of elegance and skilful workmanship.
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The outstanding features of the Admiral, a collection that embodies Corum’s idea of maritime watchmaking, are the _________ as the hour markers on the dial and the 12-sided case.

The Admiral embodies Corum’s idea of maritime watchmaking. It was the industry’s first watch to feature a water-resistant square case.

Since then, it has evolved into it has transformed to become a modern-day icon: the instantly recognizable 12-sided case, as it has been since 1980, and nautical pennants on the dial.

The nautical pennants remain as a nod to Corum having been a longstanding partner of the most prestigious regattas and leading sailors conducted from 1957 to 2003. It uses sporty elements for a contrasting — and different — feel from the usual, and embraces the lifestyle attitude made for today’s navigators and sailors of life.

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What is the Corum emblem?

The Corum emblem is a key pointing skywards, which symbolizes a mystery to be fathomed, the enigma to be resolved, new territories to be explored, and innovation. It also alludes to the inventiveness, tenacity and bold spirit required in order to attain total mastery of time.

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What is the frequency of the Flying Tourbillon beating inside the Concept Watch?
The Concept Watch is powered by a mesmerizing flying tourbillon movement that beats at 3 Hz (21,600 a/H), performing with precision and to satisfaction.
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What is the power reserve of the Concept Watch?
The CO 374 calibre’s energy source provides an exceptional power reserve of 90 hours.
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What material is used for the case of the NEW Concept Watch?

Corum presents a groundbreaking timepiece that pushes the boundaries of design and technology, and inches toward sustainability.

The case, inspired by organic shapes with gentle curves and smooth edges, is meticulously crafted from recycled titanium grade 5. This demonstrates Corum’s dedication to environmental responsibility and also adds a distinct visual appeal to the timepiece.

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What materials are used for the “dial” of the Concept Watch?
The “dial”, situated beneath the watch’s movement, is made of aventurine stone, which evokes the captivating imagery of a meteor shower, adding an alluring touch of celestial beauty to the Concept Watch.
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When was Corum founded?

The Swiss luxury brand, Corum, was founded in 1955

Founder René Bannwart, together with his uncle Gaston Ries and niece Simone Ries, established the brand in La Chaux-de-Fonds, a significant watchmaking center that is home to some of the most famous watchmaking manufacturers, including Corum.

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Which trademark Corum model was devised by Vincent Calabrese and introduced in 1980, and to date remains a benchmark with its unique baguette movement?

Introduced in 1980, the Golden Bridge is Corum’s flagship complication model and remains a benchmark with its unique baguette movement.

The Golden Bridge collection is a testament to showing the beautiful coexistence of mechanics and art. It is also regarded as an avant-garde watch thanks to its movement placed in the centre of a transparent sapphire crystal case.

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