The newer Baume & Mercier Capeland watch is not new for 2012 as it originally came out a year or two ago. I covered some of the 2011 Capeland models here. For 2012, Baume & Mercier extended the collection with new colors, and I got a nice hands-on look at the collection. It goes without saying if you have seen both of these articles that the Capeland is a rather photogenic timepiece.
Perusing Baume & Mercier's website you'll find at least 15 versions of the new Capeland available. This is because the case comes in both 42mm and 44mm wide version, with two different dials styles, and two different movements. Plus, many versions of the Capeland come with a few dial color choices and on a strap or metal bracelet. Really a lot of Capelandian options.
The flagship model for 2012 is the Capeland reference 10068. This version of the watch has the larger 44mm wide case (in steel), with the more retro of the two dials, and the bi-compax flyback chronograph movement. While the case is steel, the hands are gold toned over the black and white dial. It makes for a really attractive look, making you ask yourself "is this just a really fashionable watch or a healthy execution of a tool watch?"
This "more retro" style dial with Breguet style numerals and pomme hands only comes in the 44mm wide case I believe. The other dial version comes in both 44mm wide and 42mm wide cases. Though I think only the 42mm wide version is available with the steel bracelet. Color choices are plentiful. There are more classic black and white tones, as well as a healthy assortment of metallic blues, silvers, and browns.
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