Every Memorial Day, when I go to the cemetery to place flags on my father’s grave (he was a Marine in World War II) and on my uncle’s grave (he was in the army during World War II), I am always truly touched by the vast expanse of American Flags waving on the ground –…
Memorial Day Wrist Armor
With Memorial Day tomorrow, we thought it fitting to take a look at a brand that pays tribute to our brave. The USMC Marines Wrist Armor company offers a complete line of very affordable timepieces. This “Infra” instrument watch is crafted in 316L stainless steel with black PVD, and a K-1 mineral crystal. It is…
Introducing Clifton GMT from Baume & Mercier
For the busy traveler who wants time in two zones at his fingertips, Baume & Mercier answers the demand – and does so in style. The Swiss watch brand with 183 years of history and tradition, unveils the retro-styled Clifton GMT. Two styles are being released of the 43mm brushed satin-finished steel watch. One features…
Tutima Celebrates Heritage – Fliegers, NATOs, Saxon One and Patria
Tutima is a prime example of a small family owned business that has taken firm hold of its roots and quietly and consistently moved full steam ahead. This German brand has long been associated with pilot’s watches (almost since its 1927 inception) — building strong and reliable instruments for decades. A couple of years ago,…
Hublot LaFerrari – Is the Verdict In?
While in BaselWorld, we posted on our facebook pages about the new Hublot LaFerrari watch – created to celebrate the partnership between Hublot and the sleek and stealth Ferrari brand. As those who love cars and watches know, the Ferrari brand has partnered with other watch brands before Hublot: Girard-Perregaux and Panerai are among them.…
Exclusive Interview with Thierry Stern, Worldwide President, Patek Philippe
Thierry Stern, fourth generation to lead the Patek Philippe watch brand, is at once genuine in his passion for watches and sincere in his oath to continually strive to be the best. In an exclusive interview in Beverly Hills a few days ago with this global president of what is the benchmark gold standard in…