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October 03, 2008

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New York—Manfredi Jewels and Swiss watch brand Omega gave watch enthusiasts an opportunity to become watchmakers for an evening at a private dinner and demonstration held on Sept. 25 at the retailer's newly renovated store in Greenwich, Conn.

This event was the second "Collector Dinner" in a series kicked off by Manfredi Jewels earlier this year.

The night included an in-depth demonstration with acclaimed watchmaking trainer and horologist Dan Fenwick, who shared his passion, patience and wisdom regarding horology and the Omega brand.

Guests were given a first look at photos of the new, limited-edition Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m Quantum of Solace watch, plus the opportunity to try on and model Omega's special-edition Speedmaster "Alaska Project" as well as its limited-edition JFK watch, an Omega Ultra-Thin that closely resembles the Omega watch worn by President Kennedy during his 1961 inauguration. The watch, released last Father's Day, was limited to 261 numbered commemorative pieces.

Fenwick also briefed the group on the history of watchmaking along with an in-depth discussion on Omega's revolutionary Co-Axial Escapement technology invented by George Daniels in 1986.

The evening ended with guests fully disassembling an Omega timepiece down to the main plate of the movement. Dressed in an official Omega watchmaker's coat and armed with a toolkit, each guest tried their hand at watchmaking, working with some of the 300 tiny parts that range from the size of a grain of salt to no wider than a human hair.

Guests were allowed to take home their coats and kits, plus the knowledge of watch movements and a greater appreciation for Omega's 160-year history of excellence.

"We were honored that our loyal customers could share in seeing Omega's exquisite collection of exclusive timepieces as well as learn of their history, philosophy and true passion for horology," Manfredi Jewels owner Roberto Chiappelloni said in a media release.

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