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Monday, Sept 29 2008

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1920's Oversized Vacheron SS

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 29. Sept 2008 20:50 |

There are few brands that stand for excellence like Vacheron & Constantin, and that is why it is an absolute shock that we have never featured one.  Well, that is about to change. What we have found for you today is a truly massive watch (52mm) that contains a Vacheron & …

Going To Be In The Netherlands In Early December? Attend Watch2008: The Independent & Innovative Watch Maker Show

aBlogtoWatch | 29. Sept 2008 19:06 |

Wow, I really want to go, but being in the US makes things hard. Watch2008 (Yes, there will be a Watch2009, etc...) is going to be an excellent show and dedicated to smaller and innovative watch makers that are more dedicated to the craft of making quality watches than some …

LeJour: The Precise World of Chronographs Manual...

Chuck Maddox’s Watch Blog | 29. Sept 2008 16:11 |

 I recently purchased a LeJour:The Precise World of Chronographs Manual off of eBay. I just finished scanning the manual and posted it within an HTML framework for everyone's viewing convenience.Enjoy!-- Chuck

The Grand Prix d'Horlogerie of Geneva - The Asian Watch of the Year 2008

WatchingHorology | 29. Sept 2008 15:01 |

Tomorrow night at the Singapore Four Season's hotel, will be the first Asian - Grand Prix d'Horlogerie of Geneva - the equivalent of the Oscar awards for the Swiss watch industry. At the Gala the Asian Watch of the Year 2008 will be given out (Click the image above to see …

BLU - Bernhard Lederer's MT3 Tourbillon Photomontage

WatchingHorology | 29. Sept 2008 12:06 |

Here it is, the glorious MT3. Stunning has been over used in the watch world but I think in this case, it is apt. Quite unlike the familiar watches of today, BLU MT3 is a dramatic tourbillon that showcases's Lederer's recognised skills as a AHCI master watchmaker. The …

Grand Seiko SBGM001

WatchingHorology | 29. Sept 2008 09:11 |

There is only one addictive qualty of Grand Seiko watches and that is its consummate quality of materials and finish. This particular piece, a SBGM001 belongs to me and I have had it since January this year and despite enjoying everything about it, I only just realised that …

Grand Seiko SBGM001

WatchingHorology | 29. Sept 2008 00:26 |

There is only one addictive qualty of Grand Seiko watches and that is its consummate quality of materials and finish. This particular piece, a SBGM001 belongs to me and I have had it since January this year and despite enjoying everything about it, I only just realised that …