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Monday, Aug 17 2009

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Bremont MB1 (Martin-Baker project)

Fratello Watches | 17. Aug 2009 23:35 |

I just finished an article for the WatchUseek blog about the joint venture between ejection seat builder Martin-Baker and Bremont watches. So, what has this ejection seat to do with Bremont’s watches? Click here to read the blog post over at WatchUseek! Related posts:The …

Jean Richard Diverscope

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 17. Aug 2009 19:10 |

Earlier this year, at SIHH 2009, Jean Richard unveiled a new version of the Diverscope, powered by their in-house movement - the JR 1000. This automatic movement is the same one used to power their Chronoscope, as well as numerous other watches in their collection. It is …

Two Vintage Tudors Worth A Look: While Not Really Rolexes, These Come Damn Close

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 17. Aug 2009 15:40 |

As many of you probably know, Tudor is a subsidiary of Rolex that sells similarly themed watches for slightly less than the price of a Rolex.  While they are certainly not a Rolex, they are still very solid timepieces.  Rolex cases and crowns, and much of that Rolex finish …

Perrelet A1021/3 Day Date Power Reserve Cushion Watch Review

aBlogtoWatch | 17. Aug 2009 13:55 |

My opinion is that it takes years of learning about watches to really appreciate the little details that Perrelet puts into its watches. It makes me think about all the people out there who have nice watches and have no perception of the little amazing details because they …

Jean Dunand Shabaka Watch + Video

aBlogtoWatch | 17. Aug 2009 13:55 |

It isn't still a new release, but it is still darn good. The Shabaka watch by Jean Dunand is a special style of watch that takes a bit from the world of art deco (look up artist Jean Dunand and you'll understand), and what feels like British mod artists in the early 1980s …