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Thursday, Oct 6 2011

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Hublot F1 King Power Suzuka Watch

aBlogtoWatch | 6. Oct 2011 23:31 |

Since the Hublot F1 King Power as a watch is not new I will not going into detail about the technicalities. This is a new limited edition of 250 pieces (like all of them) for Japan's Suzuka race track released … Continue reading →

You're Invited: Spend Saturday With Ochs & Junior, A Watch Brand Of A Different Variety

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 6. Oct 2011 22:56 |

Do you know who Ochs & Junior is? You should. Founded by Ludwig Oecshlin and Beat Weinmann, the brand takes the foundation seen in the seminally awesome MIH watch and continues to push the limits of simplified complications.  What do we mean by simplified complications? …

SalonQP 2011 Watch Show In London

aBlogtoWatch | 6. Oct 2011 20:01 |

While I won't be attending there this year (I did go last year), I do invite you to attend the 2011 annual SalonQP watch show event in London. The focus is on English watch makers, but that is just part … Continue reading →

Update: Victorinox Swiss Army Alpnach

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 6. Oct 2011 19:56 |

More photos of the Victorinox Alpnach, which was officially announced earlier this week, have emerged. First, there is a previously unreleased black dial version with green accents (pictured below). Second, is the previously released dark grey dial version with orange …

SPOTTED (Already): Tiger Woods Wearing A Rolex Datejust II At The Frys.com Open

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 6. Oct 2011 18:51 |

Well, that didn't take long.  Rolex announced just yesterday that Tiger Woods has been signed as an ambassador, joining rival Phil Mickelson and buddy Roger Federer, and our man on the ground snapped a pic of Tiger wearing his new Rollie.  Taken at the press conference …

Photo Essay: The Vacheron Constantin American Heritage Exhibit (Out From Behind The Glass)

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 6. Oct 2011 16:31 |

We swung by the new Vacheron Constantin boutique yesterday to photograph a really cool collection of historically important pieces.  These Vacherons are part of the American Heritage Exhibit, a look into connection between American collectors and the oldest continually …

Seiko SNX123K Deal

WristWatchReview.com | 6. Oct 2011 15:56 |

I came across this, and thought I’d share the news out.  It looks like the folks at DiscountWatchStore.com are offering a Seiko SNX123K for sale today at a price of $59.  That seems like a great price from some quick online comparisons, and their rating at ResellerRatings …

Forget Radio Waves, Synch Your Watch With A Satellite

WristWatchReview.com | 6. Oct 2011 14:11 |

At least, you can if you get your hands on a Citizen Eco-Drive Satellite Wave, that is.  This is definitely a gadget-lovers watch, as it has a variety of technical features, even outside of the satellite synching. First though, we need to talk about that synch function. …

ORIENT M-FORCE Diver

OceanicTime | 6. Oct 2011 13:36 |

By TLex ORIENT Watch USA have just recently released this very cool video sequence of the M-FORCE Diver

LUMINOX Deep Dive 1525 SCOTT CASSELL SE [Sea Wolves UNLIMITED]

OceanicTime | 6. Oct 2011 09:31 |

By TLex LUMINOX have collaborated with Scott Cassell to create the new LUMINOX Deep Dive 1525 SCOTT CASSELL Special Edition dive watch. The Deep Dive 1525 Scott Cassell SE, has a 44mm stainless steel case, a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, a screw down crown …

Fortis B-47 Calculator Watch Has Amusingly Busy Dial

aBlogtoWatch | 6. Oct 2011 09:31 |

There is something comical about just how busy Fortis made this B-47 Calculator watch. Even the name is silly. When you hear the term "calculator watch" you immediately think of something digital quartz, and Japanese. I've had calculator watches when … Continue reading →

LUMINOX & Scott Cassell (30 mile dive)

OceanicTime | 6. Oct 2011 09:01 |

By TLex Armed with two special edition LUMINOX Deep Dive 1500 series dive watches and equipped with a state-of-the-art diving system, undersea explorer and combat diver Scott Cassell completed a world record breaking non-stop 30 mile scuba dive from Catalina Island to Los …

Video: MB&F Legacy Machine No. 1

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 6. Oct 2011 07:11 |

MB&F founder Maximillian Busser explains the unique features of the new LM1. He then describes the creative process that helped make the LM1 timepiece a reality. He also introduces the two watchmakers MB&F worked with to create this exceptional timepiece - Kari Voutilainen …

Official Video: The MB&F Legacy Machine One

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 6. Oct 2011 00:51 |

We're not sure how the watch world missed this official video of MB&F's Legacy Machine One, but it's a really interesting watch and worth the 4 minutes and 45 seconds.  You get to see Mr. Büsser explain the conception and see it in proper working order. So go ahead, watch it!

Rolex signs Tiger Woods

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 6. Oct 2011 00:16 |

Today Rolex announced a partnership with Tiger Woods. "In keeping with its passion for excellence and its long-standing commitment to the world of golf, Rolex is proud to announce its partnership with American golfer Tiger Woods." Tiger Woods joins fellow golfer Phil …