Tuesday, Aug 23 2011
articles: 6
Treasures of Vacheron Constantin Exhibition, Singapore
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Photographic Flashback: A Window Full of World War I Trench Watches Attracts A Crowd In 1920 Washington DC
In 1920, the trench watches used during World War I were sold off by J. Selinger in Washington DC (820 F Street N.W.) at break-neck prices. For example, a $25 grade watch would be sold for $5, some as low as $4. The window here is indeed J. Selinger of Washington with a …
Hublot Opens South Korean Boutique, I Don’t Care
Some dude, some lady, and some other dude cut some ribbon. This, sadly, is what amounts to news to most watch companies. Don’t get me wrong: I love Hublot. When/if I’m rich I’ll buy a Big Bang. But look at that: Usain Bolt cutting a ribbon with two other people. That’s not …
“Customize” while you wear the Magrette Regattare Bronze
Today, I’d like to bring your attention Magrette’s latest model, the Regattare Bronze. While the Regattare model is, itself, not a new model, the bronze casing is something quite new to Magrette, and not something you see on many watches. I, for one, and all in favor of …
Artya Time Shot Watches Use Real Bullets
Yvan Arpa's newest concept for his Artya brand is combining bullets and watches. The result will be a new series of strictly piece unique watches that somehow combine guns and timepieces. This one (called the Sun of a Gun) literally … Continue reading →
Baume & Mercier Hampton collection
Originally launched in 1994, the Baume & Mercier Hampton collection has been updated for 2011. The new Hampton collection features the same key elements of the 1940s Baume & Mercier Museum piece. A curved caseband, curved sapphire crystal and a rectangle shaped case. The …

