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Ralph Widmer2019-10-23 11:22:302019-10-23 12:36:25Absolute relaxation - Wellness in the Allgäu region
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A visit at Glashütte Original
Glashütte – A place with history
Switzerland is not the only country that masters the craft and art of watchmaking. A little outside of Dresden is the village of Glashütte, which has about 6500 inhabitants, most of whom work in the watch manufactory. In 1845 watchmaker Ferdinand Adolph Lange settled in Glashütte. With a small subsidy from the government, he begins training the first watchmakers, the majority of whom were previously straw weavers and miners. Despite some challenges and start-up difficulties, the watch industry later formed the backbone of the region. The first and second world wars and the division of Germany follow, but the knowledge and also the Glashütte watch factories survive. Even today, the local watch industry is still the most important branch of the economy and creates thousands of jobs in the region.Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Panoramadate Moonphase – Ref: 1-36-04-04-02-0
Glashütte Original – The art of watch manufacturing
The day in Dresden comes to an end, in the evening we visit the Dresden Music Festival to see Tan Dun and the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra. While I’m listening to this wonderful classic music, I notice an equality that unites every form of art – I think Goethe said it appropriately: The word ‘Philharmonie’ origins from the Greek and means ‘love of harmony’. Every single movement, every participant, every instrument and every sound is perfectly coordinated. And this is exactly what you will find in the art of watchmaking, it is a kind of perfection, a maximum capacity in its form. It is the attention to detail that makes Glashütte Original an exceptionally beautiful brand. Even the smallest part of a movement is ground, polished and reworked down to the finest detail over hours – sometimes days.Glashütte Original Vintage Collektion Sixties Panoramadate – Ref.: 2-39-47-04-02-0
What makes Glashütte Original special?
During our time in Dresden and Glashütte, we had the opportunity to visit the manufactory as well as the historical museum. There are a few things we definitely want to sum up:Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Panoramadate – Ref.: 1-36-03-03-02-0
A visit at Glashütte Original – our conclusion
We are still delighted about our trip and this incredibly beautiful brand and the great time with the team. And now I definitely have a few more models on the list!7 Reasons to get a Jaguar F-Type
Piedmont, late summer. The sun is setting and shines over the hilly landscape near Barolo, while the sky turns red and twilight approaches. We are surrounded by vineyards, winding roads and pretty Italian villages. The windows are open, a pleasantly warm wind blows through my partner’s hair, we are on our way to Monforte D’Alba and life is just simply beautiful. The breathtaking sound of the hissing V8 halls through the wine region as I approach the next bend with my Jaguar F-Type – short braking, turning in and out at full power. I can feel this car doesn’t do any compromises!
At this point, it’s still a press car I’m testing for A Gentleman’s World. It’s the moment I know I want a Jaguar F-Type – simply, because it’s probably the most emotional cars I’ve ever driven. Now, I own it since 12 months and I thought it’s time to take a look back.
7 Reasons to get a Jaguar F-Type
A few months before our trip to Piedmont, we drove the Jaguar F-Type S Convertible to Gstaad, the V6 looks unbelievably beautiful and is a lot of fun – but the V8 tops simply everything.
1. It’s a beautiful British Cat
From the long bonnet, the harmonious curves to the potent rear with its spoiler – the Jaguar F-Type is an absolute eye-catcher. It is impossible for me to stop at a gas station without talking to curious pedestrians. I’ve stopped counting how many great compliments I’ve already received for this car.
2. Interior quality
In comparison to the some competitors, here one finds a very noble and above all functioning interior, manufactured from high-quality, noble and solid materials. There’s absolutely nothing rattling, no wind noise (which you wouldn’t hear with the sound anyway) or similar. It’s British made-to-measure perfection.
3. Power
The Jaguar F-Type SVR was developed by the Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) department, which focuses on how to make it aerodynamic, lighter and faster. The Jaguar F-Type lost weight and now weighs around 1’700 kg. From 0 – 100 it takes 3.7 seconds, while the titanium exhaust system initiates an orchestra that is unparalleled.
It is really impressive how severe and uncompromisingly things are progressing here. The SVR pushes so hard, you never miss power. In numbers? 575 hp and 700 Nm torque. How it feels to drive? A bit like a deafening and unstoppable wrecking ball – madness!
Then there are numerous extras: if, for example, the spoiler is extended, air resistance is reduced by 2.5 percent and the lift coefficient by 15 percent (more downforce – or even easier – more grip on the race track).
In principle the F-Type SVR is an all-wheel drive, but distributes approx. 75% to the rear axle, which leads to a lot of driving pleasure. However, it is not recommended to drive outside the race track without ESP, because the rear comes out of the bend in full force and does not allow any mistakes! With ESP, however, the Jag confidently corrects the enormous power.
4. The coupé has enough space for a week’s holiday
In terms of everyday suitability, the F-Type scores 1st rank and offers enough space for a week’s holiday. That makes it a perfect grand tourer. I’m comparing vehicles I’ve already driven.
Boot volume comparison
Audi R8 5.2 FSI Quattro Plus 112 Litre
Porsche 911 Carrera 145 litres (there is some additional space at the back seat)
Ferrari 458 Speciale 230 litres
Ferrari 488 GTB 230 litres
Aston Martin DB11 270 litres
Nissan GT-R 315 litres
Mercedes AMG GT 350 litres
McLaren 570 GT 370 litres
-> Jaguar F-Type SVR 408 litres (without parcel tray)
5. Where can I get better value for money?
Of course, a car should be practical. You need a car for the city? A Range Rover Evoque could be an option. 4-person family? How about the Jaguar F-Pace? But when it comes to the perfect grand tourer, I simply have never had a car with such good value for money.
6. You don’t see the Jaguar F-Type at every corner
There’s a 911 at every corner in Zurich. At every corner. No question, it’s a great car and who hasn’t dreamt of it? However, an average equipped 911 4s costs a similar amount of money and in my opinion does not offer what the F-Type has. The Jaguar F-Type has something no one else has: a mix of individuality, uniqueness and elegance.
7. Elegance & timelessness
My conclusion? Jaguar got away from the somewhat rusty ‘grandpa image’. They are back again, in full presence and with the typical elegance and timelessness. I am the owner of a ‘Jag’ – and honestly, I am more than happy with it!
GANT Beacons Project – A shirt made of plastic waste
It is part of our responsibility to keep the planet clean – everyone can contribute to it. Some renowned companies are doing it with various charitable projects, so does GANT. Recently, the Swedish fashion company presented the ‘Beacons Project’, a shirt made of plastic waste that floats in the oceans.
It’s hard to imagine: about 165 million tons of plastic waste float through the oceans of our beautiful earth. It’s an unbelievable amount of waste that pollutes our seas and harms the living beings.
GANT Beacons Project – The Tech Prep Shirt made of plastic waste
Founded more than 50 years ago on the US East Coast, GANT has been strongly associated with the sea since then. This heritage and the passion to keep the oceans clean led to the GANT Beacons Project. The Tech Prep shirts are processed with upcycle plastic from the oceans.
For this project, GANT is working with the SEAQUAL organization, a company that processes the plastic waste collected in the seas into special polyester yarns, which are then used for the new GANT Tech Prep shirts.
The Beacons Project builds on GANT’s vision of sustainability and the effort to produce timeless products with excellent style and quality.
The Beacons Project Video
How is the shirt worn?
Ideally, it can be combined with jeans, chinos or khakis – plus an elegant blazer. Or just the shirt with some pants plus trendy sneakers looks really stylish! You can combine the shirt to dress codes like smart casual or casual.
In addition, the shirts are stretchy, breathable and moisture-regulating. The buttons and packaging are made from recycled materials.
Where can I get one and how much does a shirt cost?
The new and sustainable Tech Prep shirts are now available in the GANT stores. In Zürich there is one at Europaallee, Rennweg or Glattzentrum. The shirt is priced at 179.00 CHF.