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Extreme Platinum Timepieces

Grieb & Benzinger Blue Sensation Features an Extraordinary Design

— November 26, 2010 — Fashion
The Grieb & Benzinger's 'Blue Sensation' was inspired by the historic Patek Philippe for Tiffany movement in 1889.

Constructed from 165g of solid platinum, making it the heaviest platinum watch on the market, this extraordinary and complicated timepiece has gone through a painstaking process so that every bridge features skeletonizing and guilloché.

The Blue Sensation features hand-skeletonized sterling silver with a Grieb & Benzinger-style frosted finish. This incredible timepiece is priced at $264,062.

Implications - With the recession coming to an end, consumers on the market are looking for items that feature a luxurious edge. Products that contain an element of glamor appeal to shoppers who want to experience something exclusive.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Timepieces - The rise of the luxury timepiece market presents an opportunity to create and market high-end, exclusive watches like Grieb & Benzinger's Blue Sensation.
2. Platinum Materials - The use of platinum in luxury watches presents opportunities to create and market unique, heavy and intricate timepieces.
3. Historical Inspiration - Drawing inspiration from historical designs, such as the Patek Philippe for Tiffany movement, presents an opportunity to create modern, unique timepieces.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Goods - Luxury goods industries with the ability to incorporate high-end materials and unique designs into their products can tap into the lucrative luxury timepiece market.
2. Fine Jewelry - Fine jewelry industries can leverage their expertise in intricate and ornate designs to create high-end watches using materials like platinum and with unique design inspirations.
3. Watchmaking - The watchmaking industry can capitalize on the demand for luxury and exclusive timepieces by incorporating unique designs, materials, and customization options into their offerings.
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