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BENTLEY RECRUITS 120,000 WORKERS The motor manufacturer is promoting a new type of Flying B by introducing colonies of British Apis Mellifera honey bees to hives at its Crewe headquarters. It's all part of a new biodiversity initiative in Cheshire and the luxury car maker has partnered with local beekeepers to install the hives on grassland at the edge of its factory complex.

FOR SALE: THE MOST FAMOUS CAR IN THE WORLD RM Sotheby’s is offering perhaps the most iconic Aston Martin of all time at the 2019 Monterey auction on 15 August. Featuring thirteen functioning Bond modifications, the James Bond 007 Aston Martin DB5 is one of just three surviving examples commissioned in period by Eon Productions and fitted with MI6 Q Branch specifications as pictured in Goldfinger. More: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWkSZ22gC 9s&feature=youtu.be

COOL FOR CATS If you are planning to take your classic Jaguar for a spin in the summer heat, you will be delighted to know that our Camp Collar shirts are returning to stock. SHOP: https://www.masonandsons.com/collections/ camp-collar-shirts

BIRTH OF THE COOL Miles Davis knew the secret of staying on track when things got hot, dressing in both linen and the coolest of cotton cloth, seersucker. Read more on our latest Intelligence blog: https://www.masonandsons.com/…/intellig en…/birth-of-the-cool

THE DUKES OF LONDON Aside from looking resplendent in their Mason & Sons summer suits, Merlin and Algy McCormack are the talented siblings behind "Duke of London", the capital's peerless destination for the restoration, storage and sales of classic automobiles: https://www.dukeoflondon.co.uk

CALLING ALL DOG LOVERS This rare Aston Martin DB5 "Shooting Brake" will be auctioned at the RM Sotheby's Monterey sale in California next month. It is one of only twelve made. Details: https://rmsothebys.com/…/r0174-1965-ast on-martin-db5…/793625

MARLON BRANDO ROLEX FOR SALE Phillips to offer Marlon Brando’s long lost Rolex GMT-Master, worn in 'Apocalypse Now'. The watch, hand-engraved by the actor himself, will be auctioned in New York on 10th December 2019. Details: https://www.phillips.com/…/phillips-to- offer-marlon-brandos…

GOLDFINGER AT SILVERSTONE Formula One is heading to Silverstone for its 1,007th race, and the Red Bull cars have been dressed in James Bond livery to celebrate team sponsor Aston Martin's connection with the film franchise. In addition to the 007 insignia, one of the cars will bear the registration plate number BMT 216A - borrowed from the famous Goldfinger DB5.

SILVER SPITFIRE A 1943 WWII Spitfire has taken to the air for the first time in 60 years, following a painstaking 2 year restoration in which 90% of the original parts were used. It is aiming to complete a round-the-world trip later this year - its machine guns and military markings have been removed to ease passage across borders.

THIS SUMMER, PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD Former management consultant Tobias Cox reimagined the humble espadrille, creating the Mulo brand with a family of footwear that represents the best of breed. Read more: https://www.masonandsons.com/…/put-your -best-foot-forward-t…

HOUSTON, WE HAVE LIFT OFF The highly regarded Texan journal "Paper City" has kindly reviewed the launch of the new Mason & Sons home in Houston.

HRH MEETS 007 The Prince of Wales on the set of "Bond 25" at England's Pinewood Studios, visiting as a royal patron of both the British Film Institute and the U.K. intelligence services.

USA TRUNK SHOW PREPARATIONS Ryan Chua, our North America representative, is currently preparing to visit customers in a number of cities across the Unites States over the coming weeks. For itinerary details, please follow this link: https://www.masonandsons.com/pages/overse as-visits

AND THE WINNER IS.... This beautiful example of a 1952 Jaguar C-Type has been awarded "Best of Show" at the 2019 London City Concours. It has been a pleasure to have been part of the event.

PRECIOUS METAL Valuable pieces are starting to appear in the heart of the City of London for the launch of this year's City Concours event. We look forward to seeing those who can make it to the Honourable Artillery Company tomorrow or Thursday: https://londonconcours.co.uk

THE BEAST OF TURIN Humbled to know that, during this week's London City Concours, we will be in the presence of the FIAT S76, one of two cars built in 1910 by the Italian company specifically to beat the world land speed record. The fire-spitting 28.5 litre engine powered the car to a record-breaking 132mph, earning the nickname, "The Beast of Turin". The car then laid dormant for over a century until the restoration by a British car enthusiast saw its return to former glory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TV2l6TOu GA

LAMBOS IN LONDON A display of up to eight Lamborghini Miuras will be shown at this year's London City Concours. Mason & Sons will also be exhibiting their wares, so please come to visit us (and the cars) on June 5-6 at the Honourable Artillery Company HQ in the heart of the City of London.