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Friday, Oct 5 2007

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DRSD 2007

Fratello Watches | 5. Oct 2007 21:06 |

The first DRSD (Dutch Rolex Sun Day) 2007 was a great success! It was held on the 30th of September at a superb location for a number of (about 25) people of the Dutch Rolex Forum. The organization of the DRSD welcomed all visitors (I was there as well) with Bollinger …

New Release: NIKE AMP+ Watch

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 5. Oct 2007 19:06 |

[ via Nike ] Nike just released their Nike Amp+ wristwatch and it is available at the Nike store for $79 right now. It is available in four colors: black/light graphite, black/sport red (pictured), border blue/ozone blue and deep nomax green/solar orange. An LED display …

The McGonigle Tourbillon Photomontage

WatchingHorology | 5. Oct 2007 17:56 |

After weeks of delay here is finally the photomontage of the independent watchmakers John & Stephen McGonigle. Handling the watch and photographing it, I was able to appreciate the level of attention given to the finishing of the watch. It was also easy to see with the …

COSC Certification Process - Ever Wonder?

The Breitling Watch Blog | 5. Oct 2007 05:06 |

Have you ever wondered what exactly the COSC Certification for mechanical watches entails? I have - So I looked it up. There are three labs all located in Switzerland that do the COSC certification: One in Geneve, one in Le Locle, and one in Biel/Bienne. The entire testing …