Friday, August 29, 2014

Girard-Perregaux, the new face Acquired in 2011 by Kering, the Sowind Group has witnessed a very intense phase of activity under the leadership of Michele Sofisiti.http://www.wthejournal.com/en/portraits/brand/category/girard-perregaux

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What is the goal of a tourbillon? Improving the accuracy, by negating the effect of gravity. What is the goal of a double tourbillon? Improving twice this accuracy. As basic as it seems to be, a double tourbillon is not a simple mechanism. And that’s what Hysek, a brand we didn’t cover yet, choose to introduce this year, in the Verdict 46mm Double Tourbillon Sapphire Dial. And this is not the only feature that comes into this watch. http://monochrome-watches.com/hysek-verdict-46mm-double-tourbillon-sapphire-dial/

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Cuban turned European watch brand Cuervo y Sobrinos has an interesting history. The original company was based in Havana and then shut down for many years until it was revived to be Swiss made but with "a Latin soul." To a large degree, that is still true in their interesting designs that are heavily inspired by the original pieces from the brand. http://www.ablogtowatch.com/cuervo-y-sobrinos-torpedo-pirata-chrono-bronze-dlc-black-watch-hands/

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Thursday, August 28, 2014

Introduced at Baselworld 2014, the Omega Speedmaster Mark II is a remake of the 1970s chronograph of the same name. Aesthetically almost identical to the original, the new Mark II is nonetheless equipped with all the upgrades found in modern Omega watches, like the Si14 silicon hairspring.http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2014/08/hands-on-with-omega-speedmaster-mark-ii.html

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The Seiko T001 – Mother Of All Smart Watches By Mario Squillaciotihttp://monochrome-watches.com/seiko-t001-mother-smart-watches/

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Panerai has something that no other brand has this much of. It is one of the rarest commodities in watchmaking, and many watchmakers lose sleep over the lack of it. That commodity is space. You’d expect a Panerai to be big and bulky since it is an essential part of the DNA of the brand.http://revo-online.com/panerai-luminor-base-8-days-master-of-the-essentials/?utm_content=bufferbf17e&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

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It is not that easy to navigate through the Carrera chrono collection by TAG Heuer, I counted 59 versions on their official website while taking into account those special editions released to celebrate some of the F1 Grand Prixs or made upon request for a special market, you will hardly find on the net.http://horbiter.com/en/the-tag-heuer-carrera-calibre-36-flyback/

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This year it has been 15 years since the first generation Datograph was introduced, and two years ago, in 2012, the Dato (as it’s lovingly referred to by collectors) was slightly redesigned.http://monochrome-watches.com/lange-sohne-datograph-review-exclusive-photos-price-specs/

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Last year, Louis Moinet released the 10 Second Tempograph – a revolutionary timepiece, where the seconds were displayed in a 10 second retrograde format. http://www.watchmarvel.com/louis-moinet-20-second-tempograph/

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Those interested in reasonably-priced mechanical Swiss watches that exist almost exclusively as an ode to the past need look no further than the historic brand Longines. http://www.forbes.com/sites/arieladams/2014/08/21/longines-twenty-four-hours-single-push-piece-chronograph-watch/

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In early September, I will be headed to Hong Kong for the 2014 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and the primary reason I am excited about it is that I expect to see a lot of bold new – not necessarily great, but undeniably new – designs and concepts. http://www.ablogtowatch.com/itanano-phantom-carbon-automatic-49-watch-review/

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Wednesday, August 27, 2014

There’s an old saying that goes, “The devil is in the detail.” This makes detail sound like something decidedly unpleasant, but in the case of the new Classics Index Collection from Frédérique Constant, the extraordinary design features, unbelievably attractive pricing and technological marvels built into each model mean that, when it comes to these watches, “the detail is utterly delightful.”http://www.frederique-constant.com/the-all-new-frederique-constant-classics-index-range/?utm_source=ReviveOldPost

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New to watches? Thinking about starting a collection? Lets face it, watch buying and collecting can be addicting and time consuming. But once you’ve gotten bit by the watch bug, it is hard to stop, and there will always be one more watch you need to ‘complete’ your collection. http://www.orientalwatchsite.com/starting-a-watch-collection-for-under-1000-the-variety-pack/

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Hublot is a luxury watch brand that has built it reputation on its concept of “the art of fusion” where avant-garde materials and aesthetics are combined with the centuries-old art of watchmaking, resulting in watches that are high-tech while still retaining the heritage and tradition of Swiss fine watchmaking.http://www.hublotnation.com/2014/05/15/inside-the-hublot-manufacture-high-complications/

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The popular face of the wristwatch is constantly changing. Sure, the hands, indices and dial always remain, but their styles of presentation have been all over the map. Digital displays, which were once all the rage, fell out of favor for the more classic faces they had previously displaced. Gold, too, has come and gone a few times over, as titanium, platinum and unobtainium become the most precious of metals for case creation. Oversized watches, too, recently boomed and now seem to have gone over the hump. http://gearpatrol.com/2014/08/12/best-vintage-style-watches-for-men/

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Blue-on-blue isn’t the only popular watch-color trend of recent years. “All-black” watches, with ebony-colored cases, dials, and straps, have also remained popular. Nearly every watch brand, from mass-market and inexpensive to pricey and high-end, now makes at least one black-on-black model. Here are 17 watches that, like Johnny Cash and goth teens, are clad in black from top to bottom. http://www.watchtime.com/blog/blackout-10-black-on-black-watches/

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Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Nomos Beta Movement-Extremely well finished manufacture movement for the price. http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,13287.0.html

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Zenith El Primero Stratos Flyback "Rainbow" - This watch is a long time coming. Dilly dallying... thinking... contemplating... In the end, I succumbed... as usual... http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,13583.0.html

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The process of shopping for a wristwatch can be daunting. There are so many styles to choose from, so many different brands, and, quite frankly, so many ripoffs. http://www.askmen.com/fashion/trends/500-watches-under-500.html

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Not every watch that strikes our fancy is a rugged tool watch or a minimalist German dress watch. No, sometimes curious, quirky watches grab our fancy. Watches that aren’t necessarily part of the larger watch tradition. Watches one might find in a museum shop or boutique fashion store. http://wornandwound.com/2014/08/11/hands-void-v02/

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Inspired by the unforgettable 19th century vampire legend and the mystical bloody eclipse of Transylvania, the H1 Dracula DLC features red fluid in its timekeeping capillaries as well as red-stained creases in its black alligator strap. http://blog.perpetuelle.com/watches/hyt-h1-dracula-dlc-watch/

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One of the foremost experts on military timepieces, Konrad Knirim has written two masterpieces on the subject, the first covering German military watches and clocks. With over 1000 timepieces featured, German Military Timepieces: 150 Years Watches and Clocks of German Forces is the most comprehensive study of some of the most interesting military watches ever. http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2014/08/review-german-military-timepieces-by.html

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Monday, August 25, 2014

INDUSTRY NEWS - Bremont and Jaguar to Create Series of Six Unique Watches http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=6845662&rid=21#msg_6845662

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The Sinn U1000 Diver's Chronograph - Review by Page and Cooper http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-_9l3-JiTk

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Hands-On With The Montblanc Villeret 1858 Vintage Pulsographe: In-House, Enamel, And Totally Under The Radar http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/hands-on-with-the-montblanc-blah

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Hidden or Exposed: Omega Apnea/Planet Ocean Review http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=6849680&rid=12189#msg_6849680

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Omega Flightmaster: A Pilot's Watch for the Supersonic Traveller http://omega.watchprosite.com/?show=forumpost&fi=677&pi=6553818&ti=946228

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Making up for the gloomy months of winter, the Scandinavian summer is one where the sun almost never sets; where people’s vitamin-D levels spike up and spirits are at their highest. To celebrate the season, Swedish duo Gustafsson and Sjögren (you can read about them here) of GoS watches have created the Midnight Sun. http://www.thehorophile.com/watches/gos-midnight-sun/

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Sunday, August 24, 2014

It used to be the case that a watch was for life. You’d be bought one to commemorate some milestone – your 18th or 21st birthday for example or your graduation – and, until it finally gave up the ghost, that would be the only watch you’d ever wear. Not anymore. Now you’re encouraged to think about your watch in the same way you’d think about any other accessory in your life. However, before we start to look at what should be in your wardrobe, we must cover some ground rules. http://www.eveswatch.com/watch-guide-building-watch-wardrobe/

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Titoni is a Swiss watch brand I don't normally see featured outside of Switzerland. At least not here in the US that often. They are among the many more affordable brands that have actual histories but have decided not to ascend the steep luxury ladder into the serious lifestyle arena that defines many of the Swiss brands that we cover. http://www.ablogtowatch.com/titoni-seascoper-dive-watch/

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Thursday, August 21, 2014

Just some pics of the Sistem51 I received in the mail this morning... http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,13429.0.html

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After almost 1 month of anxious waiting (I was notified that the watch was posted on 14/07/2014) and after tracking the package on the German Post and Pos Malaysia website daily, this was finally delivered today by Pos Malaysia...a sigh of relief...I'm sure lots of fellow forum members have gone through such similar anxious moments. http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,13563.0/topicseen.html

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The amount of praises I read about Stowa has all this while been quite astounding. It tickles the pessimist in me, asking "How can it reaaaalllly be that good?". http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,13566.0/topicseen.html

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A quick shot for the weekend http://ap.watchprosite.com/?show=forumpost&fi=3&pi=6548943&ti=945753

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You could argue that there have been luxury watches since the 1500’s, when people first began wearing their own timepieces. These first timepieces were certainly luxuries. They were entirely handmade and their elaborate ornamentation put them out of reach for all but heads of state and nobility. http://gevrilgroup.com/luxury-watches/

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Wednesday, August 20, 2014

IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition Expedition Jacques-Yves Cousteau – REVIEW with exclusive photos, specs and price http://monochrome-watches.com/iwc-aquatimer-chronograph-edition-expedition-jacques-yves-cousteau-review-exclusive-photos-specs-price/

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When you were at BaselWorld 2014 and you entered the booth of MB&F, you know you could expect something pretty outlandish from the brilliant mind of Maximilian Büsser. But perhaps you didn’t expect a clock rather than a timepiece… The Starfleet Machine clock pays homage to the sci-fi world which Max so likes, resembling a futuristic space craft fit even for Star Trek itself. http://www.0024watchworld.com/mbf-starfleet-machine-a-futuristic-space-craft/

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If you plan on storing your Swiss dive watch for an extended period, like the IWC Aquatimer above, make sure to tighten the crown first. This will keep out any moisture or dust that might be in the air, and prevent damage to the seals that might compromise water resistance next time you go for a dip. http://swisswatchwire.com/2014/08/storing_a_diver.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

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Tuesday, August 19, 2014

There has been a great sense of anticipation since the news broke on the first day of Baselworld in March that Tudor would once again be available in the UK. The wait is almost over – and we are extremely proud to reveal that Watches of Switzerland will be among the first official Tudor retailers when the brand launches here next month. http://www.watches-of-switzerland.co.uk/news/the-rose-returns

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Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts When Buying a Watch by Roberta Naas http://www.atimelyperspective.com/blog/2014/08/15/top-10-dos-and-donts-when-it-comes-to-buying-a-watch.html

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All divers’ watches share certain characteristics that make them divers’ watches: unidirectional rotating bezels, secure screw-down crowns, higher-than-typical water resistance. Some of these divers’ watches, however, go the extra mile (or fathom), with cases that can descend to 3,000 or even 4,000 meters, chronographs operable at incredible depths, or high-tech depth gauge devices built into their mechanical movements. Below, we take a look at six of these “extreme” dive watches and what sets them apart from the pack. http://www.watchtime.com/blog/6-extreme-divers-watches/

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Chic and sporty, the new White Diamonds makes a stunning addition to the long-established Multifort collection, first launched by watchmaker Mido in 1934. Graced with 11 real diamonds, its dial in white mother-of-pearl set into a satinated disc is the height of bold femininity. The white rubber bezel encircling the dial bears the Mido imprint. The strap, also in white rubber, and the rose PVD-treated steel case bring a resolutely contemporary touch to this model, making it one of summer’s must-haves. - See more at: http://watchmobile7.com/articles/mido-multifort-lady-white-diamonds#sthash.8WzWwYh4.dpuf

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Some People Just Don’t Understand Watch-Collecting Addicts http://www.atimelyperspective.com/blog/2014/04/22/some-people-just-dont-understand-watch-collecting-addicts.html

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