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Monday, Oct 11 2010

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Staying a Half-Step Ahead in a World of Innovation: An Interview with Seiko President Shinji Hattori

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 11. Oct 2010 19:56 |

Recently, I had the opportunity to interview Mr. Shinji Hattori, President and CEO of Seiko Watch Corporation. Within the landmark Wako building in the heart of the Ginza shopping district, Mr. Hattori discussed how his family values have molded the way he runs Seiko, the …

Michael Jordan Not Only Gives Pateks, but Wears an Urwerk: Confirms Status As Coolest Man Alive

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 11. Oct 2010 18:11 |

Earlier today we showed you a Patek Philippe given to a Chicago Bulls assistant coach by Michael Jordan.  The post was pretty popular, after all, it isn't every day you see a Patek with "MJ" engraved on the back.  Then, we received a tweet from our friend Ian Skellern with …

A Patek Philippe Calatrava Gifted by Michael Jordan: Now You Can Be Like Mike, And Wear A Patek

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 11. Oct 2010 14:41 |

Coming up for auction at Sotheby’s Important Watches and Clocks auction in New York City on October 27 is a watch made by one of the most respected manufacturers given by one of the most talented basketball players to one of the most innovative basketball coaches. We are …

Matt Baily Blog Cage Match - IWC Big Pilot 5002 Vs. Panerai 1950 GMT PAM233

Matt Baily | 11. Oct 2010 11:11 |

Part One of Three - This week sees the premiere of our first Matt Baily Blog Cage Match, where we pit two high-end pieces in withering battle for supremacy to gain my personal endorsement. Okay, so it’s not much of an accolade - and watches like these rarely need any help …

Bremont Supermarine 500 Watch Review

aBlogtoWatch | 11. Oct 2010 09:27 |

It was love at first sight with the Supermarine 500. That doesn't happen too often with watches. It wasn't the first watch I loved, and it won't be the last, but this timepiece certainly has a place in my heart. … Continue reading → Related posts:Bremont Supermarine 500 …

Grieb & Benzinger Blue Wave Skeletonized Chronograph

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 11. Oct 2010 00:46 |

Grieb & Benzinger recently restored a rare 1925 Minerva column-wheel chronograph movement, turning it into a unique, one-of-a-kind masterpiece, called the Blue Wave. This vintage Minerva movement has gone through many hours of restoration, hand skeletonization, hand …