Iconic Watch Designer Gerald Genta has died

 Gerald Genta, iconic watch designer has died.

Although I never had the privilege to meet him, his exceptional watch designs, such as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Timepiece, became the standard to which I base timeless watch design.  In the past I have written numerous blogs about Gerald Genta, as he was one of the first watch makers whose genius caught my attention.   The Horological World will sorely miss one of the greatest watch designers of our time. I would like to extend sincere condolences to his family and friends.  May he Rest in Peace.

In his memory I present links to my Blogs about Gerald Genta and his work.

• The Genius of Gerald Genta: The man and the Company

• Gerald Genta Ladies Tourbillon

• Audemar Piguet Royal Oak and Royal Oak Offshore

• Jumping Hours and Retrograde Luxury Watch Time Displays.

• Feast your eyes on the Gérald Genta Octo Place de l’Etoile

• Baselworld 2010 Sneak Peak - Bvlgari for Gerald Genta

Baselworld 2010 Sneak Peak - Bvlgari for Gerald Genta

The wait is finally over, at last we get a sneak peak at the new Bvlgari/ Gerald Genta combination. Up until January 2010, Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth have been independent brands operating beneath the Bulgari group; however, times have become tougher and Bulgari has been struggling financially, thus Bulgari decided to merge Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth to make them a Bvlgari brand. The Bvlgari brand name will appear on any future watches.
Our first sneak peak of this fusion is the Bvlgari for Gerald Genta Jump Hour Biretrograde Watch. Daniel Roth and Gerald Genta no longer have their original watch designers and all the marketing, sales, design, distribution and manufacture are all unified with Bvlgari.

The Bvlgari For Gerald Genta (should be Gerald Genta for Bvlgari) Jump Hour Biretrograde Watch is a handsome timepiece, but the name Bvlgari on a clearly Gerald Genta Octo timepiece renders me a tad uncomfortable. Name aside, the 43mm case sports jumping hours, retrograde minute indication and a retrograde calender. What's interesting about the watch is the bezel, which is comprised of satin-finished black ceramic and accentuated with seven bezel studs forming an arc over the retrograde minute display. The onyx-capped beaded winding crown serves as a nice touch. The watch is powered by a GG7722 caliber, self winding mechanical movement capable of a 45 hour power reserve and a balance frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. The jumping hour and retrograde minute time display renders the timepiece extremely easy to read with a lovely retro design dial. Bvlgari's name is below the jumping hour towards the center of the dial, and Gerald Genta's logo together with "Cal 7722" is below the retrograde date.

I have a feeling in a couple years, Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth will be completely phased out, with just the distinctive case shapes and jumping hour/ retrograde displays remaining.

Now Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth timepieces have entered the realm of collectors items, which you can purchase at THE WATCHERY for up to 75% off the list price. Buy a Gerald Genta or Daniel Roth today, after all you may not know what tomorrow will bring.

Gerald Genta 75% off at THE WATCHERY

Gerald Genta founded his company in beginning of the 1990's; however, his contribution to the world of horology began in 1969. Gerald Genta created designs for Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet (Royal Oak). Gerald Genta became close friends with Daniel Roth where, in the 1990's, they even shared a workshop space in Le Sentier until both sold their companies to Singapore distributor, Hour Glass; eventually both companies were sold to the Bulgari Group in 2000. Both companies still remain in Le Sentier, Switzerland and still share workshop space producing inspiring timepieces. Although Gerald Genta the company is no longer run by Gerald Genta the founder, the timepieces are still produced with the same craftsmanship ,attention, precision and originality of the timepieces designed and manufactured by Gerald Genta himself.

Gerald Genta's timepieces possess a vibrant energy infused with shapes, color, design and ,of course, Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Many of the timepieces utilize a retrograde display whereby the minutes are displayed in an arc. Once the hand reaches the 60 minute mark, it jumps back to zero. The jumping hour is marked by an aperture where the relevant hour is displayed. Currently you can own a Gerald Genta for 75% off the list price.

Gerald Genta Retro Solo Fantasy Mens' Watch Automatic Stainless Steel Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel on Black Strap ROF-M-10-999-CNBAS71

A wave of diamonds chasing frantic Mickey Mouse racing across mother-of-pearl. An image afforded only by dreams. You can own the Gerald Genta Retro Solo Fantasy for a dreamy $8,000, a total of 68% off the List Price.

Gerald Genta Arena Sport Bi-retro Mens' Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Red Dial Diamond Bezel BSP-Y-10-125-B1BDS02 55% off List Price - Yours for just $12,735.00

Shapes, colors, textures feed the senses as only Gerald Genta timepieces can. Step over the boundaries of boring and vamp up your image with a luxury watch swirling with diamonds; accentuated with deep red grills and minute and date indicators looking very much like soda can tabs. The movement is automatic, wound by the gentle swinging of ones arm.

75% off !!
Only $3,750.00 Genuine Gerald Genta

Gerald Genta Arena Retro Ladies' Watch 18K White Gold Salmon Beige Guilloche Dial on Brown Leather Strap REC-S-60-490-CB-BA
Now don't get too comfortable with your regular watch face, because Gerald Genta has a watch for you. The retrograde minutes with large 0, 30 and 60 resting on a salmon dial is a testament to the originality of Gerald Genta.

THE WATCHERY has a huge selection of genuine Gerald Genta timepieces and other popular luxury watch brands.

In the mood for some luxury watch fun and joy?

Do you need to brighten your life with relaxing luxury watches? Do you feel the stress of it all getting to you? I mean the Dow dropping below 8000 points and winter approaching and all that... I do not need to tell you the stressors of life. You need to break the cycle of stress and invest in a watch that has a calming happy effect. You need a watch that exudes a sense of control over time. Stress and anxiety is bad for the health. So I have scoured the vast array of high quality watches at The Watchery and I have hand picked my favourite "feel good" watches.

It will be quite a challenge to be gloomy with this Raymond Weil W1 Chronograph on your wrist. The lime green dial exudes warmth and well being.

A watch collection with the named "Happy" definitely appeals to the emotions of the wearer. This watch from Chopard has all the right key words and aesthetic appeal to bring forth images of fun and happiness. Happy + Sports + Beach and besides there are tiny little glittery fishies suspended happily above a sea of blue. (I am thinking vacation, warm sun, endless beaches and happy happy fish)

Blancpain's Villeret ladies 18 K White Gold Blue Mother of Pearl Dial emulates a mid afternoon summer sky with gently cirrus clouds wafting overhead.

This Corum Pyrimid Ladies Watch broadcasts fun, fun, fun. Sugar Cube's dial is tiny , a mere 16 mm across and 11 mm high. Its bright colors and "cotton candy pink" band with vivacious numerals on the dial pulsate with joy.

What better way to bring a smile to your face than Gerald Genta's Fantasy Watch. Yep! Thats Mickey and I am sure you have plenty happy childhood memories associated with that cute little mouse and besides Mickey has such a happy expression on his face as he points the time while balancing on one foot. Gerald Genta is a genius in Watch Design and his Fantasy Collections are my favorite.

There is also another good reason to smile or dance or wave your hands in the air with pure uncontrolable happiness - THE WATCHERY has lowered its prices just in time for the Holidays. Mind-Blowing Discounts. Check it out. You will not believe your eyes,some timepieces are 80% the List Price. Amazing. The Watchery has lowered its prices to make you happy for the Holiday Season. And I can assure you once you see the low low prices - Happy you will be!