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PS-801-CE Classic Enamel

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

RGM Adds Classic Enamel to 801 Pennsylvania Series Models

(USA, Mount Joy, PA) November 28, 2018 –

RGM introduces the PS-801-CE, Classic Enamel.

 The classic double sunk enamel dial is inspired by classic pocket watches from the past. The double sunk enamel dial is made of three separate pieces and then soldered together to make the dial; the same technique that was used on pocket watch dials over 100 years ago. The three different layers of enamel give the dial depth and add to the overall beauty of the watch. This kind of dial can only be made by a very experienced and skilled enamel dial craftsman.

 The Grand Feu (French for “Great Fire”) technique was utilized to make these dials. Creating an enamel watch dial is a high-risk art. Enameling is a technique in which powdered glass is applied to a metal plate. The surface is then heated to a temperature high enough to cause the powdered glass to melt and form a new surface. The Grand Feu technique raises the stakes. The repeated baking of successive layers of enamel at extremely high temperatures ensures a uniquely crisp aesthetic while permanently setting the enamel. Using such high heat to create these beautiful dials also poses a risk: each time it is re-fired, the danger of cracking, melting or burning increases. With great risk comes great reward – the appearance of a real glass enamel dial is unmistakable.

 Under this extraordinary dial is RGM’s original in-house movement: Caliber 801. Inspired by America’s great watchmaking history, the 801 highlights classic bridge shapes, reminiscent of Keystone Howard Watch Company’s Edward Howard model. The unique winding click is inspired by the Illinois Illini model. The entirely hand finished and decorated 801 movement denotes the quality of its construction, including polished and blued steel components. The movement can also be customized.

 The watch is housed in a polished stainless steel Pennsylvania series case. With its large luges and ribbed sides, the watch is architecture on the wrist. Like many of the components of the Caliber 801, the case is also made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, USA, and finished by hand.

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Technical Specifications

Movement:                            American-made RGM Caliber 801, manual wind

                                               19 jewels

                                               18,000 vph

                                               Rhodium or gold plated

                                               Circular damaskeening

Perlage

                                               Anglage

                                               7-tooth winding click

                                               Optional wolf’s tooth winding wheels available

Power Reserve:                     40-44 hours

Features

Case:                                      American-made polished stainless steel                                

Sapphire crystal front and case back

Dimensions:                           Diameter: 43.3mm

                                                Height: 12.3mm

                                                Width between lugs: 22mm

Dial:                                        Grand Feu white enamel double-sunk

                                                3 levels of enamel

                                                Subsidiary seconds dial

                                                Blued steel Breguet hands (Keystone hands also available)

Crown:                                    Stainless steel with Keystone insignia

Strap:                                       Alligator

Price:                                       USD$11,900 (steel), $24,700 rose gold

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