Friday, Apr 15 2011
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Auction Watch: Sotheby’s April Auction Shows Tepid Results, But Doesn’t Lose Ground
The following timepiece auction analysis post is by Chris Meisenzahl. He is a long-time watch enthusiast and daily Speedmaster Pro wearer. He blogs at http://amateureconblog.blogspot.com/ and can be followed on Twitter at http://twitter.com/speedmaster. On April 13th, 2011 …
Alpina Startimer Pilot Collection - Baselworld 2011
During Baselworld 2011, I had a chance to check out Alpina's new Startimer Pilot watch collection, which consists of four models (two three handers, a regulator and a chronograph). The first thing I noticed is that the new collection is smaller than the most of the Alpina …
CEO of Ulysse Nardin, Rolf W. Schnyder has unexpectedly passed on
"With the passing of Rolf W. Schnyder, the watchmaking industry has lost one of its greatest visionaries, while Ulysse Nardin has lost an important source of innovation for the firm. We are profoundly moved and distraught at this sudden loss. Our full sympathies are with …
CEO of Ulysse Nardin, Rolf W. Schnyder has unexpectedly passed on
"With the passing of Rolf W. Schnyder, the watchmaking industry has lost one of its greatest visionaries, while Ulysse Nardin has lost an important source of innovation for the firm. We are profoundly moved and distraught at this sudden loss. Our full sympathies are with …
CEO of Ulysse Nardin, Rolf W. Schnyder has unexpectedly passed on
"With the passing of Rolf W. Schnyder, the watchmaking industry has lost one of its greatest visionaries, while Ulysse Nardin has lost an important source of innovation for the firm. We are profoundly moved and distraught at this sudden loss. Our full sympathies are with …
CEO of Ulysse Nardin, Rolf W. Schnyder has unexpectedly passed on
"With the passing of Rolf W. Schnyder, the watchmaking industry has lost one of its greatest visionaries, while Ulysse Nardin has lost an important source of innovation for the firm. We are profoundly moved and distraught at this sudden loss. Our full sympathies are with …
Hands-On With The New Rolex Daytona: What A Difference A Black Bezel Can Make (Live Photos)
The Daytona is not the largest watch in Rolex's sport lineup. That title belongs to the new Explorer II at 42mm the Deepsea at 44mm. 40mm, the size of both the Daytona and the Submariner, is a historical nod to the watches of yesteryear that began at 36mm, slowly crept to …
Jaeger-LeCoultre MC Diving SEALs Auto [Spied in FAST FIVE Movie]
By TLex Actor Paul Walker is wearing a JLC Master Compressor Diving 'Navy SEALs' Automatic in his latest Fast & Furious movie 'Fast Five'. The version that Paul can be seen wearing (just about) has a stainless steel case and is mounted on the JLC's articulated rubber divers …
JLC Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea 'US' Prototype Nº 1 Auction for Tides of Time
From JLC After the two very successful Tides of Time campaigns, Jaeger-LeCoultre presents its third online Auction, which will take place on 18th April, 2011 and once again the proceeds will be donated to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre. This year the Manufacture is …
The Making Of Piaget Watches
Up in the mountains of Switzerland watch movements are made. Down in the city of Geneva watches are borne. The contrast between the people who make the inside of watches and the outside of them is a benefit to the … Continue reading →
Just Because: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak "A-Series"
Every now and then, we come across photographs that simply don't need any explanation. You know, the type of thing like a Patek Philippe 5970 under water, for example. Today's "Just Because" is studio shot of a favorite watch of ours, the early Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. Enjoy!
Audemars Piguet VS. Hublot: The Turf Wars Continue In America
The turf wars are getting serious. This time I look at the battle on US soil between Swiss brands Audemars Piguet and Hublot. The heat between them has been on for a few years now. Behind the scenes the fight … Continue reading →
