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Friday, Aug 1 2008

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1930's Patek Calatrava in Steel

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 1. Aug 2008 20:31 |

Here is a beautiful antique Patek Philippe watch from the 1930's.  This watch is stainless steel and all original, that includes the case, face, crown, and movement.  Here is what the dealer has to say: The original dial is very interesting and 5a8 compelling. The printed …

CARTIER Ballon Bleu Tourbillon Volant

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 1. Aug 2008 20:11 |

[ via Cartier ] Considering last year's incredible success of the Ballon Bleu, shows marked by his eccentric cabochon, Cartier has decided to present last spring a new version of its model, with a whirlwind. Ballon Bleu Tourbillon Volant and in between the landscape of …

Another Modern Classic From Bell & Ross: The Geneva 126 Chronograph Watch

aBlogtoWatch | 1. Aug 2008 19:35 |

This is the chronograph version of the venerable Bell & Ross Geneva 123, which I discussed here. The pre-BR-01 Bell & Ross is a testament to the design finesse of the French watch firm. Although the Geneva 126 is merely a bi-compax chronograph version of the watch, the look …

Genta Mickey Racing Singapore Limited Edition

No Redirect | 1. Aug 2008 18:11 |

While I am not a big fan of Mickey Mouse watches, I thought that this new watch that Genta just released - a Mickey Racing Limited Edition - to comemmorate the first ever night Formula One night race to be held here in Singapore in September, would be a real collector's …