Wednesday, Apr 1 2009
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Seiko goes global with Ananta
One of the frustrations of being a Seiko fan is that many of their finest watches are only released to the Japanese domestic market. At this year's Basel watch fair, Seiko announced the global release of more models under a new line called Ananta.
Suunto HelO2 dive computer
Suunto has just announced the release of a new hardcore dive computer, the HelO2. Designed for very serious divers indeed, this computer-interfaced wrist computer has the following features...
New Alpinist models from Seiko in August
Introduced in 1961, the Alpinist line has been Seiko's product for upscale outdoorsmen. Designed for the 'Yamatoko' or 'mountain man,' these are watches for those who hike and climb mountains. Over the years, Seiko has introduced both mechanical and quartz versions, many …
Baselworld 2009: Day 4 Slideshow
Here is a collection of photos from meetings and throughout the Baselworld show. Please fef check out Baselworld Day 1, Baselworld Day 2 and Baselworld Day 3.
Basel News: Rolex Releases Four Completely New Models
In what is easily the biggest news to come out of BaselWorld 2009, Rolex has just announced today the entrance of four completely new watches into their lineup. They have taken an interesting design approach to these new models, taking what many people consider sacred …
Most Beautiful Watch Not At Basel?!
It took me a few years, but I finally found the hands-down, most awesome watch ever made. I'm sorry, the most awesome watch that has ever, and will ever be made. Nothing will beat it's pristine beauty and function. It is a masterpiece by all measures. The holy grail of …
Basel 09 highlights
I probably should have gone to Basel this year. I never go. It always seemed so daunting: Switzerland is a closed country and I don’t have lederhosen and it just never worked. Anyway, Wired has a great round-up of watches including this striking Hami fef lton with no …
Survey Of The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Sport Watch History
The Hour Lounge is a serious enthusiast oriented forum dedicated almost wholly to Vacheron Constantin watches. If you ever have a questions about Vacheron Constantin watches, The Hour Lounge is the place to go. I've enjoying talking with their members on occasion who I can …
Exotic Wittnauer Chrono With Valjoux 72 Movement: Great Looks Plus A Heart Of An Angel
Wittnauer produced some really cool looking watches about 40 years ago (see?), but we don't feature them on Hodinkee that often. No real reason behind that, sometimes things just are because they are. Today we did stumble across a really cool vintage Wittnauer …
