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Wednesday, Feb 23 2011

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Review: Roberto Bianci Black Ceramic 5843

WristWatchReview.com | 23. Feb 2011 23:51 |

I have to be honest here, I was somewhat dubious about a watch made from ceramic. Would it shatter if I dropped it? Is it really a good idea to make something like a wristwatch from ceramics? I’ve had bad experiences with ceramic knives, would a watch have the same …

Follow us on Twitter!

Matt Baily | 23. Feb 2011 23:16 |

As of this week, Jason and Melanie are on Twitter! Follow us for news, info, ramblings, and inventory updates from Montreal's favourite watch and jewellery store.   Keep your eyes on Jason_MattBaily for all watch-related twittery   And check out Mel_MattBaily for updates on …

Wednesday Afternoon Find: A 1960s New Old Stock Hamilton Thin-O-Matic with Box and Papers

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 23. Feb 2011 22:11 |

FOUND: A New Old Stock Hamilton Thin-O-Matic on Stretch BraceletThis morning we showed you the exclusive Pre-Basel release of a killer new Hamilton watch called the Thin-O-Matic.  We told you it is indeed inspired by and named after a watch Hamilton made in the 1960s.  Many …

HourTime Show Watch Podcast Episode 55

aBlogtoWatch | 23. Feb 2011 21:01 |

Enjoy an interview with Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte of popular high-end indy watch maker FP Journe. He handles FP Journe's North American business and is a fantastically knowledgeable watch industry savant. Listen to the HourTime Show watch podcast episode 55 here. … Continue …

SIHH 2011 Greubel Forsey Double Tourbillon 30 Technique

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 23. Feb 2011 18:41 |

(Click image for gallery - 7 photos - Photos by Peter Chong) The Greubel Forsey Double Tourbillon 30° Technique is now available in a platinum case. The Double Tourbillon 30° functions include an hour and minute display, outer tourbillon (4-minute rotation), inner …

New Release: The Hamilton Thin-O-Matic, A Reasonably Priced And Modern Vintage Dress Watch

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 23. Feb 2011 16:56 |

The 42mm Hamilton Thin-O-Matic - $875When you think of the 1960s horology, you can't help but think of Hamilton.  They produced some top-notch timepieces in those years, the types you, yes, would see on the Don Drapers of the world.  For Basel 2011, Hamilton has a new model …

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Chronograph

Mens Watches Blog | 23. Feb 2011 15:46 |

The Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Chronograph is the first automatic chronograph movement under the brand with a patented compressor key system that is incorporated on the crown and button

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Extreme W Alarm

Mens Watches Blog | 23. Feb 2011 15:46 |

The Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Extreme W Alarm case comes in titanium and stainless steel. It is 46.3mm in diameter, with a height of 16.5mm.

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Grande Ultra Thin

Mens Watches Blog | 23. Feb 2011 15:46 |

The Jaeger LeCoultre Master Grande Ultra Thin is 40mm in diameter and with a height of only 8.62mm, an extremely slim casing that ensures optimal comfort for the wearer.

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Hometime

Mens Watches Blog | 23. Feb 2011 15:11 |

The Jaeger LeCoultre Master Hometime has reference time zone that is displayed by a skeletonized hand that does not move with the exclusive Hometime function.

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Calendar

Mens Watches Blog | 23. Feb 2011 15:11 |

The Jaeger LeCoultre Master Calendar presents the weekday at 9; month at 3; moon phase at 6; power reserve display at 12.

H2O Kalmar Prototypes Part.4 (DLC / Mokume Gane Combo)

OceanicTime | 23. Feb 2011 12:51 |

By TLex There could be no better illustration of the versatility of the H2O Kalmar than the use of contrasting materials for its bezel, crown guard and even buckle. Featured here the Kalmar DLC exquisitely highlighted with a Mokume Gane bezel and crown guard. Among others …

STEINHART Ocean Forty Four GMT BLACK (new)

OceanicTime | 23. Feb 2011 10:31 |

By TLex Steinhart - in no way being coy about where they take their design cues from! You would be forgiven for thinking that their new Ocean Forty Four GMT is the lovechild of the GMT Master and the DEEP SEA. Though in all fairness Steinhart are one those who do the Rolex …

Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars Tourbillon Grande Date Watch Is Best Tourbillon Of SIHH 2011

aBlogtoWatch | 23. Feb 2011 10:31 |

A few years ago I decided that I was no longer really impressed with tourbillons. It isn't that tourbillons are not special or complicated, but the deluge of tourbillons from every brand able to buy one from BNB Concept (now … Continue reading →Related posts:Audemars Piguet …