Thursday, Mar 17 2011
articles: 6
Basel 2011 URWERK UR-202S
(Click image for gallery - 2 photos) URWERK Press Release "Since URWERK was founded, our creations have always been presented on a leather strap," explains Martin Frei, artist and head designer at URWERK. "I love the timeless character of this noble material, the fusion of …
Collecting History: The Urwerk 103
Editor's Note: In this four part series, watch collector and MB&F NA President Stephen Hallock takes us through four of the watches that have not only defined the modern era of timepieces but also himself, as a lover of watches. These articles are originally published on …
Rolex Sued For Radiation Poisoning....In 1961
Could this bakelite bezel be radioactive? We all know that several watch companies have used materials that can be described as slightly to moderately radioactive over the years. Often times this refers to the lume used on the markers of a dial, but in some cases, it was …
BENARUS Moray Ti47 (first look)
By TLex BENARUS are now taking reservations for their latest diver, the Moray Ti47. The watch retains the classic 1950s style case of the BENARUS Moray, which had 45mm 316L stainless steel case with a water-resistance of 500m. The Moray Ti47, as its new suffix indicates has …
Montblanc Collection Villeret 1858 Vintage Pulsographe Watch
I think I am in love, again. There isn't much "new" in this new watch from Montblanc's Villeret location manufacture - but it is a beautiful thing. This is going to be a top-of-the-line dream watch for many. Totally hand-made … Continue reading →
HODINKEE Executive Editor Ben Clymer on What Time Is It? Radio Thursday At 10:30 EST
This morning, Thursday March 17th, our very own founder and executive editor, Ben Clymer, will be live on What Time Is It? Radio alongside noted horological journalist Elizabeth Doerr. What will they be talking about? The changing field of watch journalism, the future of …
