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Tuesday, June 30, 2015

The ability to reinvent, constant innovation and pushing the boundaries to effect real change. If this is Rado, then the Rado DiaMaster RHW1 Limited Edition is the epitome of the brand. - See more at: http://watchmobile7.com/articles/rado-diamaster-rhw1-limited-edition#sthash.iiGiwFsM.dpuf

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The contemporary IWC Portuguese is not merely a watch, but rather an entire model line within IWC’s collection, with everything from chronographs to minute repeaters and perpetual calendars counted among its ranks. It is one of the stalwarts of the Schaffhausen brand’s collection and almost universally loved by watch aficionados for the line’s clean, classic aesthetics, purity of design and fascinating history. And it all sprang from a single request from a singular watch market. Actually, make that two requests. http://gearpatrol.com/2014/07/15/icon-iwc-portuguese/

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Lange Grand Lange 1 Moon PhaseWatchTime and noted watch collector and expert Jeff Kingston have teamed up again for the 2014 edition of the popular “Inside Basel.Geneva” series of collector events, kicking off September 5 in Chicago. Among the timepieces featured there by the core sponsor watch brands is the new Grand Lange 1 Moon Phase from A. Lange & Sohne, which made its debut at SIHH 2014.http://www.watchtime.com/wristwatch-industry-news/watches/showing-at-watchtime-ibg-2014-a-lange-sohne-grand-lange-1-moon-phase/

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As the resident collector here at Quill & Pad, I think it’s important that I share with our readers what goes on in an enthusiast collector’s head as he or she ponders the purchase or sale of a watch, or even considers a fundamental re-shaping of his or her collection.http://quillandpad.com/2014/07/15/why-i-bought-it-vianney-halter-deep-space-tourbillon/

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Breitling’s new take on the decades-old Colt is true to the original, with features that have become hallmarks of the brand. Here’s a hands-on review of the new-look Breitling Colt.http://www.watchtime.com/reviews/basic-breitling-reviewing-the-new-breitling-colt/?utm_source=WatchTime+Daily+Update&utm_campaign=2d001bb168-WT+Daily&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8338768216-2d001bb168-14531153&mc_cid=2d001bb168&mc_eid=1436559a32

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Inspired by sculptor, Mark Von Rosenstiel, the Seiko Recraft SNKN01 features distinct design elements for a unique wristwatch fit for everyday wear. Seiko’s Recraft collection features timepieces influenced by the ingenuity of three innovators including choreographer, Jonah Bokaer and urban farmer, Annie Novak. The Seiko Recraft SNKN01 includes a self winding caliber 7S26 movement with functions including hours, minutes, seconds and a day and date aperture located at 3 o’clock. http://iwmagazine.com/new_watches/seiko-recraft-snkn01/

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For the thousands of readers who follow ATimelyPerspective, you already know from our many Facebook and Instagram posts that we just returned from Zambia, Africa, where we went exploring the Kagem Emerald mines in Kitwe with Gemfields (we will bring more about that trip soon).http://www.atimelyperspective.com/blog/2015/06/25/up-close-with-ralph-lauren-rl67-safari-chronometers-on-safari-in-zambia.html

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Besides a legendary racing career, another piece of Michael Schumacher’s legacy will be in the form of a luxury watch.http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/06/michael-schumacher-helped-develop-a-luxury-watch.html

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Way back in 1892, Bahne Bonniksen, a Danish watchmaker living in England, patented his new invention. He called his arrangement of rotating wheels and gears the karussel thanks to its motions. “Karussel” means “carrousel” in his native Danish.http://quillandpad.com/2015/06/25/l-evolution-tourbillon-carrousel-by-blancpain/

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Monday, June 29, 2015

But what was the Mod doing during the week end???Resting and having some good time, with the wife, the dog and the ferret...http://jlc.watchprosite.com/?show=forumpost&fi=2&pi=6510153&ti=941448

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The anchor of a mechanical watch serves to transfer the energy from the spring barrel to the balance wheel in the form of pulses whilst permitting the movement to run according to its frequency and thus display the passage of time. Whilst its form is indeed reminiscent of its maritime counterpart, not only is the watch anchor's function much more complex, its production is disparately more demanding than forging a piece of steel.http://ahci.watchprosite.com/?show=forumpost&fi=16&pi=6513928&ti=941908

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Minimalism isn't a quality that immediately comes to mind when you think of Jaquet Droz. But while its elaborate automata and intricate enameling are certainly hallmarks of the brand, Jaquet Droz has a more restrained side too. The new Grande Seconde Quantieme Ivory Enamel is the latest take on the pared-down design that first premiered in 2011.http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/hands-on-with-the-jaquet-droz-grande-seconde-quantieme-ivory-enamel

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Born of a desire to create a tourbillon chronometer made with cutting edge manufacturing but hand-finished the traditional way, the Project T is the latest timepiece from Japanese independent watchmaker Hajime Asaoka.http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2014/07/introducing-hajime-asaoka-project-t.html

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Continuing its 175th anniversary celebrations, Patek Philippe recently unveiled a collection of limited edition timepieces for its boutique in London, ranging from officer's case wristwatches to one of a kind, enamelled Dome Clocks.http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2015/06/introducing-patek-philippe-175th.html

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Sunday, June 28, 2015

Panerai’s latest version of its Radiomir 1940 3 Days Ceramica, this week’s Watch to Watch, blends history and modernity — with a contemporary, matte-black ceramic case and a minimalist dial inspired by the brand’s history as a supplier of timepieces to the Royal Italian Navy.http://www.watchtime.com/wristwatch-industry-news/watch-to-watch/panerai-radiomir-1940-3-days-ceramica-48-mm/?utm_source=WatchTime+Daily+Update&utm_campaign=8a9d76de4a-WT+Daily&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8338768216-8a9d76de4a-14531153&mc_cid=8a9d76de4a&mc_eid=1436559a32

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Saturday, June 27, 2015

1977. Paris. A young watchmaker of 20 embarks on an odd quest – to make his own tourbillon. Not to sell, not to show, but simply to prove that he can do it. Passionate and determined, equipped only with George Daniels’ book, “the Art of Breguet,” Francois-Paul Journe sets to work.http://www.watchtime.com/advertisement/featured-watch/who-needs-constant-force-an-insiders-look-at-f-p-journe-part-2/?utm_source=WatchTime+Daily+Update&utm_campaign=34d0388517-WT+Daily&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8338768216-34d0388517-14531153&mc_cid=34d0388517&mc_eid=1436559a32

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Friday, June 26, 2015

I am on the lookout for a black watch with subtle red accents. This example here I found after a good amount of searching is mostly what I'm looking for, but I would like to see if I can find anything with a smaller face (I'd like to be able to wear it formally or casually). Also, a leather strap or metal are fine.http://forums.watchuseek.com/f2/red-black-styled-watch-1552762.html

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The tenth anniversary of an independent brand is an important step in its history because it symbolizes its perennial presence and demonstrates its sustainability. That is why 2015 is extremely busy for MB&F since Max Büsser couldn't miss the opportunity of such a birthday to remind the vitality of his brand and its contribution to the creative watchmaking in recent years.http://ahci.watchprosite.com/?show=forumpost&fi=16&pi=7012398&ti=997648

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Panerai is now recognized as one of the major brands in the industry and has a huge impact on its aficionados and collectors, the ‘Paneristi’. But it has not always been like that. Back to its roots in the 1940s, Panerai was only a military oriented-workshop. But once the Richemont Group bought it in 1997, it became a real manufacture, with its own movements. And that’s the story that our friends from WatchTime tried to relate you.http://monochrome-watches.com/watchtime-wednesday-panerai-became-manufacture/

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Surprisingly, Montblanc has entered the 2014 edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG). I say surprisingly because I know that Jérôme Lambert, who became CEO of the German-Swiss brand in 2013 – moving there from Jaeger-LeCoultre – is not fond of “beauty contests.”http://quillandpad.com/2014/07/18/montblanc-a-winner-in-2014/

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Thursday, June 25, 2015

This is one incredible timepiece that was introduced at the 2015 edition of Baselworld. Though I do somehow feel that it was perhaps slightly overshadowed by the ridiculous amount of cool watches that Bulgari introduced at the fair this year, including the quasi-connected concept watch called Diagono Magnesium.http://www.forbes.com/sites/elizabethdoerr/2015/04/27/bulgari-tourbillon-saphir-ultranero-transparent-black-sapphire-magic/

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Developed and manufactured entirely by Porsche Design Timepieces AG, based in Solothurn, Switzerland, the Chronotimer Series 1 are influenced by legendary Porsche Design icons. At the same time, the models form the first complete series of timepieces developed entirely independently by the luxury brand and based on the principles of Professor Ferdinand Alexander Porsche. The new series will be launched in July 2015.http://forums.watchuseek.com/f2/porsche-design-chronotimer-series-1-a-1982706.html

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Vacheron Constantin has been working on the Project Tivoli grand complication pocket watch that, when complete, will become the most complicated watch ever made. Come September 2015, the "Grand Oeuvre" will be revealed to the world.http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2015/06/vacheron-constantin-is-nearly-finished.html

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Recently, I flew to Berlin and traveled onwards by car to the German home of watchmaking, Glashütte. The German town is located in Saxony and isn’t the easiest place to get to. However, within moments of arriving at the small atelier, positioned adjacent a railway platform, I knew my rationale for making the journey was justified.http://www.watchtime.com/blog/temptation-thursday-by-escapement-nomos-glashutte-lambda-rosegold/?utm_source=WatchTime+Daily+Update&utm_campaign=579a768d48-WT+Daily&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8338768216-579a768d48-14531153&mc_cid=579a768d48&mc_eid=1436559a32

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A great luxury watch collection is never complete without a smart rubber strap watch. These timepieces carry exceptional style, a high level of dependability and are ready to wear for all occasions. Compared to conventional materials like steel and leather, the rubber strap is lightweight, more comfortable, highly water resistant, rugged, secure and durable. The strap allows the skin to breathe and protects it from allergies. Rubber strap watches are the best option for divers, sports enthusiasts and adventure seekers where water, sweat and grime cause corrosion. Rubber repels water, making it practical for water sports and hot and humid climates. These straps do not stain easily and with a little maintenance, become quite long-lasting. Here we review some exceptional rubber strap watches for their superlative style, durability and resilience. - See more at: http://www.ethoswatches.com/the-watch-guide/rubber-strap-watch/?utm_source=Twitter&utm_campaign=TWG-Twt-Rubber-15062015&utm_medium=Twitter-Organic#sthash.Nh6Tu53S.dpuf

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A year ago, Alexandre Meerson impressed us when launching its brand, with an elegant first piece, very well designed and finished, with a nice movement, coupled with real old-fashioned elegance that can only be felt in the flesh, once you strap the watch on your wrist (something we really invite you to do). Indeed, for a first attempt, the Alexandre Meerson Altitude Premiere and Officer really pleased us. Only a year after, it’s time to enlarge the collection with a totally different watch, greatly designed again. Here is the sporty Alexandre Meerson D15 MK-1 GMT.

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We have been quietly following Manufacture Royale since it re-started as a manufacture some 5 years ago when they made splashes in the haute horlogerie world with their Opera. They have extended their collection to the Androgyne and recently a line they call 1770, which suggests the historical lineage of Manufacture Royale to its founding by the French writer Voltaire. The watch for review: The Manufacture Royale 1770 Micromegas belongs to this family. http://www.deployant.com/review-manufacture-royale-1770-micromegas/

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Urwerk's top of the line satellite cube complication, the UR-210, has been upgraded with a matching bracelet, nicknamed the "Full Metal Jacket". http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2015/06/hands-on-with-urwerk-ur-210s-full-metal.html

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In a new exhibit at the National Watch & Clock Museum visitors will learn about James Bond and the quartz watch. The suave spy wore more than Rolex and Omega watches over the years, placing 12 quartz watches on his wrist in films from 1973 to 1995. All of the quartz timepieces can be seen at the Columbia, Pennsylvania-based Museum’s new exhibit “James Bond Wore the Quartz Revolution” starting June 3.http://iwmagazine.com/2015/05/james-bond-and-the-quartz-watch/

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HYT continues its unique brand of watchmaking with the H3, developed together with Renaud & Papi and equipped with a linear fluid display, jump hour and retrograde seconds.http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2015/05/up-close-with-hyt-h3-equipped-with.html

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In 2015 TAG Heuer presented us with several new key timepieces. Among them is the TAG Heuer Monaco V4 Phantom: a thief in the night with sporty features.http://www.0024watchworld.com/tag-heuer-introduces-stealthy-monaco-v4-phantom/

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Today, our summer series takes us to Bora Bora. There’s no doubt about it, the Hermès Arceau Millefiori is THE watch you’ll need for this destination. This timepiece promises days scented with exotic citrus fruits—as sumptuous as the Maison’s fragrances—and above all, guarantees you’ll look extremely chic!http://www.wthejournal.com/en/news/view/to-bora-bora-with-hermes

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A couple of months ago I got a quick look at the new Classique 5277 in rose gold. My first impression was that it is a beautiful watch, and nothing has changed since then.http://breguet.watchprosite.com/?show=forumpost&fi=1&pi=6526513&ti=943388

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This Is How They Make Tiny Watch Screws http://digg.com/video/this-is-how-they-make-tiny-watch-screws

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Topper Fine Jewelers added Nomos Glashütte to it's brand profile earlier this summer and so far the response has been beyond our expectations. As tastes continue to shift towards smaller timepieces, and there is an ever increasing focus on movements, Nomos stands out as an original manufacturer with incredible value for its price point.http://www.topperjewelers.com/?p=blog&article=the-metro-our-first-nomos-glashutte-on-the-topper-blog

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Monday, June 22, 2015

In 2015 TAG Heuer presented us with several new key timepieces. Among them is the TAG Heuer Monaco V4 Phantom: a thief in the night with sporty features.http://www.0024watchworld.com/tag-heuer-introduces-stealthy-monaco-v4-phantom/

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