FIVE WAYS HI-FIDELITY LTD

TEMPTION

The name "Temption" is made up from parts of the words "tempus" and "functiones" and expresses the philosophy behind these watches. These are instrument watches par excellence. They are superb everyday watches. They are tough and robust. The information is presented in a clear, simple and uncomplicated way. Priority is given to easy readability. There is no superfluous ornamentation. Even the logo is understated, being black on black for the black dial watches.There is a strong element of "less is more". The designs of these watches are original, refreshing and timeless and are the creations of Klaus Ulbrich who is the firm's owner. These watches carry an exclusivity which comes with the small production numbers. They have an international reputation among watch enthusiasts and connoisseurs. The philosophy behind these watches includes certain principles. One is that the watches should be of outstanding quality (they are). Another is that there should be no imitation of fashions and styles from times past and no imitation of the current crop of mass produced watches. This makes these watches not only functional devices for today but also for any day. They are thus potential timeless classics.

The bracelets are integral parts of the designs (except for "Cora" and the other strap only models ). This is a brand where we think the bracelet versions should be first choice although strap options are offered.

There is much attention to detail (e.g. the crystals have anti reflection coatings on the insides only. External coatings, being softer than the sapphire substrate, would be vulnerable to abrasion. The date panels are black - much nicer than the usual white - and the build quality is excellent. The larger watches (42mm.) are substantial and satisfying yet easy to wear because of their thoughtful designs. The absence of horns and the way the bracelets join the cases allow these 42mm. watches to sit well even on smaller wrists. The end to end dimensions and distances between the bracelet hinges are less than usual for 42mm. watches making the wearability of these models at least as good as most 40mm. watches from other makers. The bracelets are wider than usual at 24mm. (excepting "Curie" and "Olympic" - 20mm.). The removable links are secured by screws (i.e. not split pins) so that adding or removing links to adjust the length is very easy.These are not cheap watches but they are very good value for money. When making comparisons remember these watches are usually supplied with a high quality bracelet. Good bracelets are significant extra cost items for many other watches and only the best ones use screws. Where a strap is chosen it is not the usual simple device but includes terminations like those of the bracelet and a "butterfly clasp".

Like Schauer, this maker produces watches which will stand comparison with anything. Like Schauer there is enthusiasm , originality and design flair. With Temption these are expressed in a different direction. Perhaps Temption is the more suitable everyday watch and Schauer the one for special occasions. The two makes do not compete. They simply complement each other very well.

Each watch is supplied with a guarantee/instruction book which contains a timing test report for the actual watch and Klaus Ulbrich's signature.

The manufacturer's web site may be visited at : www.temption-watches.de

Please note that enlarged images are not available as the primary images are sufficient (Cora excepted).

OLYMPIC (CMO2). GMT watch (second time zone). Automatic. Stainless steel case with "satinized" finish. Black dial. Luminous. Screw down crown with integrated onyx. Water resistant to 100m. Sapphire crystal with anti relection coating (internal surface only). Sapphire back. Massive (20mm.) stainless steel bracelet secured by screws (leather strap optional). D= 38mm. H= 9.8mm. Movement: T16.1 based on ETA 2893-2. Superb time/date watch with the bonus of a second time zone.

With bracelet £952
With strap £917

A similar watch is available with D= 35mm. and a 20mm. bracelet or strap. (CURIE) This model is a scaled down - in proportion - version of the Olympic.
The pricing is the same as the Olympic.

CM03. GMT watch (second time zone). Automatic. Stainless steel case with "satinized" finish. Unidirectional rotating bezel. Black dial. Luminous. Screw down crown with integrated onyx. Water resistant to 100m. Sapphire crystal with internal anti reflection coating. Sapphire back. 24mm. stainless steel bracelet or leather strap (secured by screws). D= 42mm. H= 10.7mm. Movement T16.1 based on ETA 2893-2

With bracelet £1007
With strap £972

CM03 is now available with a white dial and slightly different styling.

With bracelet £1007
With strap £972

CM06. This is an automatic single time zone watch with additional features. It has day, date, week and power reserve indicators. Stainless steel case with "satinized" finish. Unidirectional rotating bezel. Black dial. Luminous. Screw down crown with integrated onyx. Water resistant to 100m. Sapphire crystal with internal anti reflection coating. Sapphire back. 24mm. stanless steel bracelet or leather strap (secured by screws). D= 42mm. H= 11.8mm. Movement T16.2 based on Soprod 9075.

With bracelet £1366
With strap £1331

CG103. Automatic chronograph. Day and date. Stainless steel case with "satinized" finish. Unidirectional rotating bezel. Black dial. Luminous. Screw down crown with integrated onyx. Water resitant to 100m. Sapphire crystal with internal anti reflection coating. Sapphire back. 24mm. stainless steel bracelet or leather strap (secured by screws). D= 42mm. H= 14.8mm. Movement T17.1 based on Valjoux 7750. Superb standard chronograph and probably the one to choose - unless the extra features of CGK203 are required.

With bracelet £1366
With strap £1331

CGK203. This watch is similar to CG103 but has in addition month, moon phase and synchronized 24hr. indication. The general specification, including dimensions, is the same. Movement T18.1 based on Valjoux 7751.Excellent choice if the extra features are required.

With bracelet £1710
With strap £1676

CORA. As far as we know this is the smallest chronograph in production today. Automatic. Stainless steel case with "satinized" finish (also available in rose gold or white gold). Crown and pushers with onyx cabochons. Tachymeter scale available. Black or mother of pearl dial. Luminous. Water resistant to 60m. Domed sapphire crystal. Leather strap secured by screws. D= 29.2mm. H= 9.6mm. Due to the small size this is a popular lady's model. Movement T22.1 based on ETA 2094.

Stainless steel version (black or mother of pearl dial) with leather strap £2055

CHERUBIN-R. This is a "split seconds" chronograph. It can time two events simultaneously. It is the most expensive Temption model and yet in the world market it is the third most popular. It has date indication and a "pulsometer" scale. Stainless steel case with "satinized" finish. Dial black, white or "rhodiumized". Hands can be white, green or red. Luminous. Crown and pushers with onyx cabochons (or other gem stones at slightly higher cost). Domed sapphire crystal with internal anti reflection coating and sapphire back. Water resistant to 100m. Screw down crown. 24mm. stainless steel bracelet and leather strap secured by screws. Both are included with the watch along with a changing kit and deluxe presentation box. D= 42mm. H= 15.3mm. Movement T19.1 based on Valjoux 7750.

With bracelet and strap, black dial, onyx cabochons, white hands £3574
The same but with white dial and opal cabochons £3574
With rhodiumized dial, ruby cabochons, green hands £3781

Other versions are available with jade, emerald, turquoise or sapphire cabochons.

CHERUBIN-GDA. This is an annual big date chronograph. It knows the difference between 30 and 31 day months and only needs resetting once a year. There is a month indicator. It comes with a C.O.S.C certificate. Pulsometer scale. The rest of the specification is the same as Cherubin-R with the same options except: Movement T20.1 based on Dubois-Depraz 4900.

With bracelet and strap, black dial, onyx cabochons, white hands £3021
The same but with white dial £3069
With rhodiumized dial, turquoise cabochons, green hands £3021

Other versions are available with jade, emerald, ruby or sapphire cabochons

This model is now sold out

CGK204 Chronograph with complications. The specification is similar to CGK203 (above) but with different presentation. There is a tachymetre scale on the bezel. Leather strap with new flat single wing security clasp. D= 43mm. H= 14.5mm. T18.1 movement based on Valjoux 7751. Usual chronograph functions plus moon phase/synchronized 24hr./month. Sapphire crystals front and rear. Water resistant to 100m.

With strap £1849

FORMULA Chronograph for the rally/racing enthusiast. The specification is similar to CG103 (above) but with different presentation. There is a tachymetre scale on the bezel. Leather strap with new flat single wing security clasp. D= 43mm. H= 14.5mm. T17.1 movement based on Valjoux 7750. Sapphire crystals front and rear. Water resistant to 100m.

With strap £1573

This watch is also available as the CLASSIC (far right). This is the same watch but with more conservative presentation (same price). Detailed variations are available for both and these may be seen on the Temption site.

CURARE. This watch is very similar to the Formula and Classic but is finished in black PVD. Skeleton rotor. Amber cabochons. Limited edition (200).

With strap £1711

CEBRA. This is a new model. Stainless steel case. Automatic. Sapphire crystals front and back. Luminous hands and indeces. Water resistant to 100m. D =35mm. H =8.8mm. Base movement: ETA 2892-A2

With strap £918

CEBRA is also available with a white dial.

With strap £918

COMMENT
Superb everyday watches with design originality from a dedicated German maker. We find the Olympic (CM02) the most popular model as it seems to please most people.

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