Friday, Aug 19 2011
articles: 9
Pineapple Watches: An iPod Nano Watch Without The Music Player
With a name like Pineapple and a trade dress that looks like an iPod nano with the clip cut off, you can tell the gents behind Pineapple watches aren’t very well-versed on trademark law. But lets, for a moment, pretend it won’t be a problem. These watches come in seven …
Hourtime Episode 76 – Are You Ready to Sea (see?) God?
Welcome to the HourTime show, the best 30 minute (+/-) hour podcast on the web Today we discuss how some watch companies ‘can’t understand normal thinking’when it comes to naming their watch models. Such as the Moya Cuntur. Also we discover that John would actually wear a …
Just Because: A 1970s Rolex Day-Date "Single Click"
Even people that don't know the first thing about wristwatches know the Rolex Day-Date. It is the most copied wristwatch on planet earth (though some would say the Submariner gives its big brother a run for that title). It is also one of the only watches on earth that …
Speedmaster v Strela: The Battle Of The Moon Watches
Most “watch nerds” are familiar with the story of the Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” and the ensuing cult of flight certified and flown wristwatches. However like many things in the cold war, including the Space Shuttle, Concord, and the Harrier behind the iron …
Baume & Mercier Hampton Watches For 2011
I remember the good ol' days when watches were modern and design was fresh and enthusiastic. Boy, those where some crazy times. We sure have come a long way since then. Today things are better and we've learned our lesson. … Continue reading →
DEEP BLUE Alpha Marine ORANGE
By TLex Introducing the new Alpha Marine ORANGE, the latest diver to come off the DEEP BLUE conveyor belt, which is literally churning them out! Specifications include: A 46mm x 15mm 316L stainless steel case, water-resistance 500m, AR coated sapphire crystal and a Swiss …
Watch Designer Gerald Genta Is Dead
The designer of the iconic Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak and the Omega’s Seamaster Constellation. He was 80 years old and left an indelible mark on the luxury steel market. The timepiece genius was 80 years old and was born in Geneva in May 1931. Among his pieces is the …
Bremont Auctioning Off The C-17 Chrono For Charity
Bremont is auctioning off this handsome C-17 Chrono and 100% of the proceeds go to charity, namely limbless veterans and the RAF. The bidding starts at 1,000GBP and you can bid by emailing info@bremont.com. This is a charity auction I can actually get behind: no fuss, no …
Nooka 360 Rotating Display - New & Unusual Analog Design!
Telling time for others has never been simpler. The Nooka 360 features an analog display with a subtle geometric pattern as well as a unique watch case that rotates clockwise 360 degrees. Whether driving with hands at 10 and 2 or showing someone the time, turning your wrist …
