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WLG to distribute Franc Vila watches

June 10, 2008

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Irvine, Calif.—The W Luxury Group (WLG), headed by Michael Wunderman and Johnny Wizman, has signed an agreement to be the exclusive North American distributor of Franc Vila timepieces.

According to a media release from the company, WLG President Michael Wunderman has been an admirer of Franc Vila timepieces for years and is impressed by their unique design.

"Every single element of the product and brand experience is mastered to the highest degree of luxury," Wunderman said in the release. "Not only do I like the exquisite timepieces, but also the man behind them is an incredible visionary...a rare and exciting combination."

Franc Vila timepieces are produced in limited editions of 8, 48 or 88 units and all feature the "Esprit Unique" case design. The company's latest offerings highlight grande complication movements and the use of cutting-edge materials such as Franc Vila's own Lightnium alloy. The most recent collections feature Tourbillon Dial-Side Column Wheel Monopusher Chronograph movements that push the boundaries of contemporary watchmaking.

WLG Vice President Johnny Wizman said he is looking forward to developing the partnership with a limited amount of the most prestigious North American jewelers.

"I am extremely excited to be working with a brand of such high quality whose timepieces cater to the creme de la creme of watch buyers and collectors," he said in the release. "Franc Vila has all the ingredients to be a major niche brand in the market, and I am proud that our group will be responsible for taking it there."
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