In 1976, Patek Philippe positioned its own vision of natural elegance with the famous Nautilus model. From the successes achieved, they did not stop there. In 1997, the Swiss manufacturer once again affirmed its ability to innovate when it introduced another high-end sports watch called the Aquanaut, a design that was extremely attractive from the moment it was launched. New Aquanaut watches coming in 2021 With a modern, unexpected design and a completely unique style, Aquanaut has created strong emotions. That bold look has remained intact to this day. The angular octagonal case and bezel, inspired by the Nautilus watch, is distinguished by its instantly recognizable shape and interlacing of polished and satin-brushed parts. The dial and strap are the same color, embellished with an embossed checkerboard pattern, for a strong, original look. Aquanaut Luce and Aquanaut Travel Time for women Aquanaut Luce In 2021, Patek Philippe introduces a new evolution in design with the Aquanaut Luce for women featuring a larger dial (38.8 mm in diameter) and integrated synthetic strap. This watch with a spirit of natural luxury is available in steel (Ref. 5267/200A) and rose gold (Ref. 5268/200R) versions, and owners can also choose from dial colors and coordination strap. Aquanaut Travel Time Also debuting for the first time in the Aquanaut Luce line for women is the all-new, elegant and practical dual time Travel Time (Ref. 5269/200R) travel watch, equipped with a movement. quartz. Aquanaut Chronograph for Men Meanwhile, the Aquanaut men’s models are also enriched with the introduction of the first white gold version of the Aquanaut Chronograph, available in either dark blue or khaki blue (Ref. 5968G). The embodiment of modern Patek Philippe style, the Aquanaut and Aquanaut Luce watches combine true sports ethos (robust construction, water resistance to 120m on most models, easy reading of the hours. and ergonomic design) with the classic attributes of its watches: unparalleled quality, precision and craftsmanship at every stage of production and finishing. Perform: Tuan Anh

Li Bai (701-762) was one of the most famous poets of the Tang Dynasty in China. He is not only known as a great poet, he is also known as “Zu Trung Tien” because of his rare wine-loving style. In particular, in his poems, there was once a cup of wine that could not be exhausted no matter how he drank it: “The ladle of the falcon, the cup of the parrot, one hundred five thirty-six thousand days, one day should be inclined three hundred cups.” (Tuong Duong ca). The cup of wine “drinking forever” really exists in history. Photo: Sina Archaeologists have always been very interested in the “parrot cup” or “parrot cup” that Li Bai refers to, but such artifacts have never been excavated. It was not until the discovery of an ancient Jin Dynasty (317 – 420) tomb in 1965 that archaeologists found the strange wine glass described in these poems. Invention ahead of its time In 1965, archaeologists discovered a family tomb in Xiangshan, Nanjing. Based on the stele unearthed, the archaeological team judged that the owner of the tomb belonged to the Vuong family, one of the four largest clans of the Eastern Jin Dynasty. Here, in addition to finding a large number of burial items, which are of great value to the study of family culture and funeral customs of the Wei and Jin dynasties, scientists were also very surprised. when unearthed a large snail shell in the grave . The cup was unearthed. Photo: Sina The appearance of the Anh Vu snail caused a lot of controversy in the professional world, because this was the first time they unearthed a strange artifact. Through research, the experts eventually discovered: It turns out that this is the famous “parrot cup” in history, this cup is originally made from Anh Vu snail shell. Perhaps, the owner of the tomb is also a person with a passion for wine like poet Ly Bach, so he decided to bring this cup to his final resting place. This is the first time people have unearthed a parrot cup, so experts are very interested and want to study why the parrot cup can contain such a large amount of alcohol, because from the outside, this is really a normal Anh Vu snail shell, nothing special. The secret inside To find out the answer to this problem, experts decided to take an X-ray of the cup, it turned out that the image of “300 cup tilting day” in Li Bai’s poetry was not a product of pompous tricks, it’s true. Inside the parrot cup there are lots of naturally created nets that occupy the dense interior of the prison and, all hidden nets are connected by small holes. When the ancients poured wine into the parrot cup, the wine would gradually seep into the net through small holes. In this way, when the ancients poured wine from a parrot cup, the wine inside would not be poured out all at once, but flowed out little by little under the influence of air pressure.In this way, it gives the illusion that the alcohol in it never runs out. Recreate the image inside the parrot cup. Photo: Sina After the experts learned this secret, they felt great admiration for the wisdom of the ancients. The working principle of the parrot cup is very similar to today’s activated carbon, it uses the spatial structure inside the object to achieve the purpose of slowing down the flow. Drinking with a small glass of wine with such a long pouring power is very elegant and rich in emotion, so the parrot cup is always sought after by antique wine lovers. The parrot cup is so popular, but why has it disappeared from history? Experts believe that the cause is due to the main material of the cup – the Anh Vu snail, which has a very small number. This animal lives on the seabed several hundred meters deep in the tropics and subtropics, so it is not easy to find.

The K-3 was the first nuclear-powered submarine of the Soviet Union. Photo: RBTH The Leninsky Komsomol K-3 nuclear-powered submarine was one of the special cases in which the Soviet Union had to find a way to catch up with the United States. The reason the Soviet Union decided to have nuclear energy submarines In 1945, the United States showed the world the destructive power of new nuclear weapons. However, deploying a nuclear bomb by air (as it did when bombing Japan) also comes with significant risks. At the time, the United States believed that the only “safe” way to deploy nuclear weapons at that time was by means of submarines, which could secretly reach enemy coasts and unleash. the decisive blow. The first nuclear-powered submarine project of the US is implemented in secret. The decision to build the first ship was made in 1951 and on June 14, 1952, the construction of the ship called “Nautilus” officially took place. At the same time, the Soviet Union began building its own nuclear-powered submarines. Russia started the construction of the K-3 submarine in Severodvinsk on September 24, 1955. If the US Nautilus submarines still use the same body frame as diesel-electric submarines and the only difference is that there is an additional nuclear reactor, the K-3 submarine of the Soviet Union has a complete design difference in order to be able to operate under water optimally. Therefore, the nuclear power submarine K-3 of the Soviet Union has a faster speed than the Nautilus. The K-3 submarine has a maximum displacement of more than 3,000 tons when floating and 4,750 tons when diving, and can travel at speeds of more than 50 km / h even though the reactor is not operating at full capacity. The ship was originally designed to attack enemy coastal naval bases with just a massive (1.5 meter) caliber thermonuclear probe. However, this approach was ineffective and too expensive, so it was canceled. Instead, the Soviet Union switched to using torpedoes capable of carrying nuclear warheads. A special feature of the K-3 submarine To increase the stealth level of the K-3, the Soviet Union used special mechanisms to reduce the noise of the interior components, special coating for the entire ship, and low-noise propellers. Some of the special features of the K-3 are that it does not have anchors, does not carry any defense weapons, and does not have an emergency diesel reactor. The K-3 is the first submarine to break 2.5 meters of ice in the Arctic. Photo: Sputnik Later, those who were on the K-3 submarine said that the interior of the ship was like a work of art. Each room is painted a different color and uses bright tones to create a pleasant eye feel. Some of the ship’s bulkheads are made to look like a picture, while others look like a large mirror. All of the equipment on board is made of precious woods and is specially designed to be used in an emergency situation, not just for its original purpose. For example, the large hall table in the lobby can be easily converted into something under certain circumstances. In July 1962, the Soviet nuclear submarine Leninsky Komsomol successfully sailed to the Arctic, four years after a similar American achievement on the Nautilus submarine in 1958. Submarines K-3 also marked the first time in the history of the Soviet Union and later Russia, having a long journey under the ice in the Arctic and twice passing through the northernmost point of the Earth./.

Four new Patek Philippe Nautilus watches were unveiled at Watches & Wonders 2021

After announcing that 2021 will be the last year of the Nautilus Ref. Crafted with a navy 5711 / 1A dial, Patek Philippe introduces the all-new olive-green Nautilus watch, featured on this iconic simple and elegant creation for the first time. The new dial will also appear on a version with a baguette diamond-studded bezel.

Reference form Ref. The 5990/1 Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph is renewed with a rose gold case and blue-brushed dial, with the introduction of a new Nautilus Haute Joaillerie, encrusted with fully improvised diamonds that attracts all eyes.

Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph

Nautilus Haute Joaillerie

First introduced in 1976, the Nautilus watch always contains many surprises. The choice of stainless steel is truly an unusual choice for a luxury watch. The octagonal bezel with rounded corners also differed from conventional designs of the time. The case design was inspired by the roof of a submarine. Exceptional durability and 120-meter water resistance is a formidable challenge for a timepiece produced regularly. The interference between polished and brushed finishes also contributes to the uniqueness of the shaping elements.

As the kick-off for Watches & Wonders Geneva 2021 – also the first time Patek Philippe has entered – the remarkable Nautilus collection captures all eyes with the arrival of four new versions based on existing models. Here are four variations from a unique, timeless design that has maintained an unmatched bold personality since its inception more than forty years ago.

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