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But it wasn't just celebrities who attracted Jacob & Co. - collectors also took notice of his luxury timepieces, as Arabo specialises in highly complicated timepieces that feature iconoclastic designs made from precious materials such as rare gemstones. Arabo, who started from scratch, approaches watchmaking in the same way he selects the finest gemstones: with technical proficiency and a certain respect for luxury. Some might say that's over the top, but at the same time, Jacob & Co.'s creations are truly dazzling. The following five watches perfectly embody the style of this iconoclastic manufacturer. replica Zenith PILOT Porter Jacob & Co 3-D Astronomia Minute Repeater This is truly an otherworldly watch. The 3-D Astronomia debuted at Baselworld in 2014 and has become more exciting and complex every year. This year, Jacob & Co. has introduced a minute repeater version, only to increase the value of this extremely rare watch. It features a Carillon minute repeater mechanism with three gongs and hammers (instead of the usual two). The gongs are stacked vertically so that you can better see their operation through the sapphire case side. Chimes chime with the familiar Doh Re Mi note to mark the hours, minutes and 15-minute intervals, and an innovative safety feature protects the movement by preventing the wearer from winding the watch while the chimes are chiming. Four arms radiating outward from the center support the triple-axis tourbillon. The 3-D Astronomia's case is set with 15.44 carats of sapphires in two colors, and baguette diamonds are set on the baseplate and case. There's also a one-carat spherical diamond set in the display, and the lacquered dial features a spinning globe. The coolest part? The flying astronauts spin around the 3D globe's axis! replica Breitling Avenger watches Jacob & Co. Twin Turbo Furious: Twin Turbo Furious Bugatti Edition In March, Jacob & Co. announced a long-term partnership with automaker Bugatti to launch a series of exclusive co-branded products, a business move that's as disruptive as Jacob & Co.'s luxury watches. According to the press release, the partnership is designed to "push mechanical limits." The news marks the end of a long relationship between Bugatti and Parmigiani Fleurier, which has produced some outstanding watches. But with the Twin Turbo Furious: Twin Turbo Furious Bugatti Edition, Jacob & Co. is once again looking to take things a step further technologically. The watch is powered by two triple-axis tourbillons (to ensure precise timekeeping). Other additions include a column-wheel chronograph and a decimal minute repeater that strikes in 10-minute intervals. It's also more eye-catching. Its turquoise bezel is a nod to Bugatti's 110th anniversary blue Chiron. 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