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Montexn · 11 January 2011, 11:49 PM

Today's mail call was a welcome event to say the least. My long awaited anticipation was sated today with the arrival of a truly unique, beautiful addition to my humble collection. Some of ya'll might remember this exact piece when it was introduced by FEAR on this very forum last month. I can not thank him enough for providing me with such a truly unique looking piece to add to my collection. He and I discussed this piece at quite some length and I have to say that not only was everything he said true, but as it turns out it is even better than I expected. This wonderful representation of the Corum Admiral's Cup line is a welcome addition to my collection with a pleasing style all it's own. So without further ado, I am proud to present my review of the Corum Black Hull.

The Corum Black Hull
The twelve-sided 48mm black PVD Grade 5 Titanium case is flawless in it's matte black finish and creates a stunning wrist presence with a WR of an amazing 30 ATM (1000 ft). The angular black PVD push buttons directly flanking each side of the crown not only engage the chronograph functions, but they stylishly provide ample protection for the crown as well. Engraved with the Corum "Key", the screw down crown ensures the maximum protection against water damage. Complimenting the sharp angularity of this watch are it's unique slide locks which are located to each side of the pushers and when engaged will prevent them from being accidentally activated.

The flat black enamel painted brass dial is graced with a minute sub at the 3, an hour sub at the 6, and a small second sub at the 9, all sporting Rhodium coated, black Superluminova "Dauphine" hands. Also residing at 430 on the dial is the easy to read date window which can be set by simply by utilizing the pin pusher located on the case edge at the 10. Large Rhodium coated hour/minute hands with black Superluminova make it easy to read at a glance and the Corum "Key" acts as a beautiful balance on the sweeping seconds hand.

The dodecagonal chapter ring masterfully displays nautical pendants that correspond to each of the Rhodium coated/black Superluminova chevron hour indicators. Protecting the dial is an AR coated convex Sapphire crystal which is ringed by a twelve-sided vulcanized rubber bezel that is the trademark shape of the Admiral's Cup Series.

The Grade 5 Titanium screw-in case back is adorned with an engraved SS Admiral's Cup trophy cup, Limited Edition 918/999, and is coated with vulcanized rubber. Securing the Black Hull to the arm is via the very comfortable non-tapered 24mm rubber strap and Corum engraved Grade 5 PVD coated tongue and tang buckle. The heart of the Black Hull is Corum's COSC Caliber CO753 which beats at 28,800 vph and touts a reserve of ~48 hours.

I have not really considered a Titanium piece before, but in retrospect I am very pleased with this new addition. It is a watch that has great wrist presence, unique design, well finished, and very comfortable to wear.

johnbeth · 12 January 2011, 12:02 AM

Looks cool!

WatchTimes · 12 January 2011, 02:06 AM

VERY nice!
When I was a kid one of my fathers friends was visiting us from NY and he was wearing some type of Corum Yachting watch, he was a partner in Studio 54 back in the day. I remember what a unique watch it was!

I have never owned one, I debated the Bubble Skeleton but I just have never actually found a Corum that has gotten me to pull the trigger but plenty have come close.

I think they are a quality brand that is really aiming itself at the higher end (dress & complications) market even more so now than even

MonBK · 12 January 2011, 02:07 AM

Nice

vukotab · 12 January 2011, 05:44 AM

Very interesting watch, I would like to see it in person!

Big congrats on timepiece that you don`t see every day!

Montexn · 12 January 2011, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JYogi

VERY nice!
When I was a kid one of my fathers friends was visiting us from NY and he was wearing some type of Corum Yachting watch, he was a partner in Studio 54 back in the day. I remember what a unique watch it was!

I have never owned one, I debated the Bubble Skeleton but I just have never actually found a Corum that has gotten me to pull the trigger but plenty have come close.

I think they are a quality brand that is really aiming itself at the higher end (dress & complications) market even more so now than even

JYogi I agree with you on Corum aiming itself towards the higher end market and hope they continue to steer away from the "Niche" watches they were making. Their "Bridge" series has got to be one of the most iconic pieces made IMO and I'm hoping I can add the Ti Bridge to my collection so the Black Hull doesn't get too lonely as the only Corum in the group.

Quote:

Originally Posted by vukotab

Very interesting watch, I would like to see it in person!

Big congrats on timepiece that you don`t see every day!

Thank you sir, it is for sure one of those pieces you really have to see in person and it is surely unique enough that you can be assured of not seeing them on every street corner.

spuds · 12 January 2011, 08:19 AM

Superb! Onea my clients wears a Corum & they're excellent pieces.

Congratulations Richard.

Montexn · 12 January 2011, 05:15 PM

Thank you Dan, I would love to see Corum come out with some more in-house movements, which I think would really establish them as one of the more premier brands available. Just as long as the style they developed wasn't a relapse to their earlier models of "Niche" type pieces.

While I appreciate uniqueness in design, some makers lean so far forward as to be over the top IMO and this tends to polarize their market base. The Admiral's Cup series on the other hand, is one of those styles that while being unique with it's dodecognal style case, it still is not so over the top as to alienate a large % of potential customers.

Corum has proven they have the capability to design and produce some stylish, finely crafted pieces, and I for one would welcome some new additions that continued this trend.

wannabelean · 17 January 2011, 09:41 PM

How much did you get it for? What kinds of discounts do AD's offer for Corum?

AR · 17 January 2011, 09:59 PM

Congratulation Richard on a very nice watch. I ve seen the Corum Admiral Cup in person, a truely unique and attractive design.

Karajan · 17 January 2011, 10:00 PM

Hello Richard!

Congratulations on the beautiful watch

Wear it in good health

sea-dweller · 19 January 2011, 02:37 PM

Very unique watch!

alby.bda · 19 January 2011, 02:53 PM

love it

11 January 2011, 11:49 PM	#1
Montexn Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Richard Location: Montana Watch: All of them Posts: 71	New addition arrived...woohoo! Today's mail call was a welcome event to say the least. My long awaited anticipation was sated today with the arrival of a truly unique, beautiful addition to my humble collection. Some of ya'll might remember this exact piece when it was introduced by FEAR on this very forum last month. I can not thank him enough for providing me with such a truly unique looking piece to add to my collection. He and I discussed this piece at quite some length and I have to say that not only was everything he said true, but as it turns out it is even better than I expected. This wonderful representation of the Corum Admiral's Cup line is a welcome addition to my collection with a pleasing style all it's own. So without further ado, I am proud to present my review of the Corum Black Hull. The Corum Black Hull The twelve-sided 48mm black PVD Grade 5 Titanium case is flawless in it's matte black finish and creates a stunning wrist presence with a WR of an amazing 30 ATM (1000 ft). The angular black PVD push buttons directly flanking each side of the crown not only engage the chronograph functions, but they stylishly provide ample protection for the crown as well. Engraved with the Corum "Key", the screw down crown ensures the maximum protection against water damage. Complimenting the sharp angularity of this watch are it's unique slide locks which are located to each side of the pushers and when engaged will prevent them from being accidentally activated. The flat black enamel painted brass dial is graced with a minute sub at the 3, an hour sub at the 6, and a small second sub at the 9, all sporting Rhodium coated, black Superluminova "Dauphine" hands. Also residing at 430 on the dial is the easy to read date window which can be set by simply by utilizing the pin pusher located on the case edge at the 10. Large Rhodium coated hour/minute hands with black Superluminova make it easy to read at a glance and the Corum "Key" acts as a beautiful balance on the sweeping seconds hand. The dodecagonal chapter ring masterfully displays nautical pendants that correspond to each of the Rhodium coated/black Superluminova chevron hour indicators. Protecting the dial is an AR coated convex Sapphire crystal which is ringed by a twelve-sided vulcanized rubber bezel that is the trademark shape of the Admiral's Cup Series. The Grade 5 Titanium screw-in case back is adorned with an engraved SS Admiral's Cup trophy cup, Limited Edition 918/999, and is coated with vulcanized rubber. Securing the Black Hull to the arm is via the very comfortable non-tapered 24mm rubber strap and Corum engraved Grade 5 PVD coated tongue and tang buckle. The heart of the Black Hull is Corum's COSC Caliber CO753 which beats at 28,800 vph and touts a reserve of ~48 hours. I have not really considered a Titanium piece before, but in retrospect I am very pleased with this new addition. It is a watch that has great wrist presence, unique design, well finished, and very comfortable to wear.

12 January 2011, 02:06 AM	#3
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	VERY nice! When I was a kid one of my fathers friends was visiting us from NY and he was wearing some type of Corum Yachting watch, he was a partner in Studio 54 back in the day. I remember what a unique watch it was! I have never owned one, I debated the Bubble Skeleton but I just have never actually found a Corum that has gotten me to pull the trigger but plenty have come close. I think they are a quality brand that is really aiming itself at the higher end (dress & complications) market even more so now than even __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

12 January 2011, 05:44 AM	#5
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	Very interesting watch, I would like to see it in person! Big congrats on timepiece that you don`t see every day! __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

12 January 2011, 08:19 AM	#7
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Superb! Onea my clients wears a Corum & they're excellent pieces. Congratulations Richard. __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

19 January 2011, 02:37 PM	#12
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Very unique watch! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

12 January 2011, 12:02 AM	#2
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Looks cool!

12 January 2011, 02:07 AM	#4
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Nice

12 January 2011, 05:15 PM	#8
Montexn Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Richard Location: Montana Watch: All of them Posts: 71	Thank you Dan, I would love to see Corum come out with some more in-house movements, which I think would really establish them as one of the more premier brands available. Just as long as the style they developed wasn't a relapse to their earlier models of "Niche" type pieces. While I appreciate uniqueness in design, some makers lean so far forward as to be over the top IMO and this tends to polarize their market base. The Admiral's Cup series on the other hand, is one of those styles that while being unique with it's dodecognal style case, it still is not so over the top as to alienate a large % of potential customers. Corum has proven they have the capability to design and produce some stylish, finely crafted pieces, and I for one would welcome some new additions that continued this trend.

17 January 2011, 09:41 PM	#9
wannabelean "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: UAE Posts: 14	How much did you get it for? What kinds of discounts do AD's offer for Corum?

17 January 2011, 09:59 PM	#10
AR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: MY Watch: A. Lange Saxonia Posts: 70	Congratulation Richard on a very nice watch. I ve seen the Corum Admiral Cup in person, a truely unique and attractive design.

17 January 2011, 10:00 PM	#11
Karajan Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Phillip Location: Brazil Posts: 51	Hello Richard! Congratulations on the beautiful watch Wear it in good health

19 January 2011, 02:53 PM	#13
alby.bda 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Alberto Location: bermuda Watch: patek 5712-1A Posts: 390	love it

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