Friday, Mar 16 2012
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GIVEAWAY: The Simpel Switch
So, did our review earlier today on the Simpel Switch (aka the slap watch) grab your attention? Then read on, because today is your lucky day! Courtesy of the fine folks over at Simpel, you’ve got a chance to win a Simpel of your very own. Just comment on this post …
Wristshot: All New Crown Operated Casio G-Shock
At Baselworld last week, Casio introduced an all new crown operated G-Shock. According to the US Marketing director, the new system is easier to use. Impressions have been very good. More info to follow.
VIDEO: The Schofield Signalman Explained By Schofield Founder Giles Ellis
By now you've probably heard about the UK based upstart Schofield and their first watch, the Signalman GMT. The young brand, launched at the 2011 Salon QP, shows considerable promise and boasts a story with a lot to love. While in Basel last week, we ran into company …
Just Because: Two Watches Designed By Jack Heuer, Almost 50 Years Apart, Next To Each Other
One of our favorite things to do with new watches that are, in theory, connected with the watches of previous generations is put the old and new side-by-side. You saw it here with the Rolex Explorer II Orange-Hand and here with the Royal Oak Jumbo, and at Basel World, we …
Basel 2012 - New U-Boat U42 Limited Editions
Continuing our Baselworld 2012 coverage of new products from our brands, we present the latest U-Boat U-42 limited editions which expands the popular line. First up the is the U-42 GMT, a 53mm watch with a titanium case. It uses the styling details of the existing U-42 …
REVIEW: The Simpel Switch
If you’ve been paying attention to some of the newer affordable fashion watches (and, indeed, our various reviews) you know that interchangeable quartz movements in colorful silicone bands have become a popular trend. So, what’s a maker to do to have their model stand …
Magnetic Baller - Christophe Claret X-Trem 1
The Christophe Claret X-Trem 1 features a watchmaking first retrograde hours and minutes display that uses floating metal balls, controlled via magnetism, to show the time. A 60-second tourbillon at the bottom of the dial shows the seconds. The mechanics are visible on the …
TokyoFlash Giveaway Winner (Update?)
Well, we had selected our winner and announced it back on the 8th… But I haven’t heard from our winner! If we don’t hear from Toni today, I’ll pick a new winner over the weekend. Stay tuned… Toni, you can reach me at Patrick @ wristwatchreview.com…
Chopard Updates L.U.C Lunar One Perpetual Calendar, Shows New Design Direction (Live Pics)
Chopard first introduced the L.U.C Lunar One in 2005, bringing a perpetual calendar moon phase into the brand's range-toping collection bearing the initials of the company's founder, Louis-Ulysse Chopard. For Baselworld 2012, the watch receives a decidedly contemporary …
ANONIMO Carbon Diver DRASS
By TLex ANONIMO have released a new DRASS version of their Carbon Diver, based on their hugely popular entry level dive watch, the Sailor Diver. The new watch boasts a combination of Carbon (for its dial and bezel) and 'Double Refinished Anonimo Steel Surface' or DRASS for …
JeanRichard DIVERSCOPE & Franck Cammas VICTORY
By TLex JeanRichard congratulate Groupama 4 skipper, Franck Cammas on his victory in the fourth leg of the Volvo Ocean Race. Franck Cammas was equipped with his JeanRichard JR1000 Diverscope . . .From JR Saturday, March 10, 10:33 UTC. One of the longest leg of the Volvo …
CREPAS Tektite Giveaway WINNER
From TLex Many thanks for your patience, folks; we finally have a winner for the Tektite Giveaway ! Revere Griffin of Dallas, Texas has one himself a fantastic CREPAS Tektite which he will receive sometime in mid May, when CREPAS start to ship the watches. BIG Congrats! ;)
URWERK UR-1001 Zeit Machine Pocket Watch Hands-On
The UR-1001 could easily be mistaken for the world's most expensive computer mouse, especially with the dangling chain and its almost too ergonomic shape that just fits under your hand. Alas, the buttons don't work and I don't think it … Continue reading → Related posts: …
Hublot Watch Winder Safe By Dottling
As useful as they are, people still don’t get super excited about watch winders. Well, perhaps most watch winders. The upper echelon of watch winders are incredibly impressive machines that do way more than merely keep your favorite automatic timepieces … Continue reading → …
Baselworld: Tradition Breguet 7067 GMT
Breguet first introduced the 7027 Tradition in 2005, it was the first of its wristwatches to reveal the movement mechanics on the dial side of the mainplate. The Tradition has since become a signature piece within the brand. Now, at Baselworld 2012, they have introduced a …
