Earlier this spring, right after Watches & Wonders Geneva, we wrote in depth about the incredible Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante. The $28,700 watch was a world premier and is the first to use a split-second Rattrapante (generally used for a chronograph) for a GMT second time zone hand. This watch offered innovation inside and…
Heritage Auctions has picked the 10 most “intriguing” timepieces that will be up for auction at the October 27 New York Watches and Fine Timepieces Auction. According to the auction house, world-wide bidders will see a hand-curated selection of exotic, fresh-to-market timepieces at opening bids “unheard of in the collecting hobby.” According to Jim Wolf, director of…
In 1960, John Wayne, now a legend around the world for his quintessential American spirit, starred as Col. Davy Crockett in “The Alamo.” It was a film about the true story of a small group of soldiers who died trying to prevent the taking of the new Republic of Texas. “Republic. I like the sound…
It’s auction season again and we couldn’t be happier. There are so many great timepieces up on the block and they are commanding high prices that we believe collectors are willing to spend. Antiquorum’s upcoming auction on October 8 at The Roosevelt Hotel in New York is ripe with promise. At the sale of Important…
Just a couple of days ago, Breguet created a beautiful video to showcase the craftsmanship and high technology of the brands Tradition Automatique Seconde Rétrograde 7097, which was first launched at Baselworld last year and which is still being made. Crafted in 18-karat while gold, 40mm Tradition 7097 is open worked to deftly show off the bridges, wheels,…
Easily one of the most beautiful and complex timepieces ever made, the Complication One by Emmanuel Bouchet has been a hot topic among watch collectors around the world. Now, the brand has created a special unique piece for the upcoming Christies’s Important Watches auction on October 19th in Dubai. The special pice is crafted in…
Today, Vacheron Constantin released a host of all new Harmony watches and they are among the most beautiful timepieces of 2016. While there are 10 new versions for men and women, revolving around five functions, there is only one that steals my heart with grand intensity. The Harmony monopusher Chronograph with pulsometer has one of…
One of the key colors of the year in watchmaking is blue — a warm hue that makes for one of the most alluring watch dials when on the wrist. Now, Nomos Glashütte unveils an exciting new family of Neomatik watches with midnight blue dial and colorful accents. In August, the brand released the Tetra nematic Nacthblau…
With the Ryder Cup in its final stages today, it seems a fitting time to take a look at some of the finest golfers out there. Crown & Caliber, on line retailer of certified pre-owned watches, has created a video interview with American golfer (PGA Tour) Jim Furyk — who talks about his favorite watch.…
Just a couple of days ago in Miami, Seiko opened its first Miami boutique in the heart of the Design District. The opening celebration was a stellar success: a Grand (Seiko) kind of night, with some of the rarest Seiko timepieces on display — including pieces from a collection that is typically not sold in…
Earlier this year we brought you news about the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Collection, its revamping and the introduction of the Overseas World Time watch. We also introduced you to images taken around the globe by famed photographer Steve McCurry, who shot a dozen key locations around the world for the brand’s Overseas World Tour campaign.…
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