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Tuesday, Apr 24 2012

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HourTime Show Watch Podcast Episode 104

aBlogtoWatch | 24. Apr 2012 22:26 |

In glorious episode 104 we discuss Movado's strange celestial watches, the Bovet Cambiano watch collection, Eterna's cool movements and sometimes tepid designs, as well as the RLH watch lover event series. Listen to the HourTime Show watch podcast episode 104 … Continue …

Gallery: Audemars Piguet celebrates Carmelo Anthony's 28th Birthday

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 24. Apr 2012 20:56 |

Audemars Piguet hosted a dinner last night honoring New York Knicks' Carmelo Anthony at Catch restaurant in New York City. Also in attendance were: Swizz Beatz, Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, La La Anthony, Amar'e Stoudemire, Francois-Henry Bennahmias, Landry Fields, Baron …

International Traveler, Edifice Atomic Worldtimer

PROFESSIONAL WATCHES | 24. Apr 2012 20:21 |

Edifice recently introduced a new version of their flagship multi-band atomic timepiece. The Edifice Atomic Worldtimer features Casio's best quartz movement technology, packaged in a premium black IP steel case. Above all, this is one of the most precise, easy to set and …

Field Notes: Inside The Workshop Of Casa Fagliano, And A Look At How Things Used To Be (VIDEO)

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 24. Apr 2012 19:31 |

Earlier today, we showed you the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Limited Edition that will use a hand-made strap from world reknowned polo boot makers Casa Fagliano.  In this special edition of HODINKEE Field Notes, we'll take you inside the workshop of these true artisans to …

REVIEW: 121Time Custom Build (Part 3)

WristWatchReview.com | 24. Apr 2012 16:01 |

  When you take a closer look at the dial, you notice that there’s a somewhat hidden texture to the dial; this is actually the 121 logo embossed on the dial – except for where the date display is (at 6 o’clock), that is.  Combined with the Roman numerals that are laid on …

Introducing The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Limited Edition With Casa Fagliano Strap For 2012 (Live Photos)

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 24. Apr 2012 15:26 |

Last year, Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrated the roots of the Reverso with a limited edition model of the Tribute To 1931 called the "US Limited Edition".  This watch closely resembled the standard production TT 1931 Reverso but took on a slightly more historic tone, with a …

Announcing The May 2 Hourtime Meet-Up In New York

WristWatchReview.com | 24. Apr 2012 14:51 |

Ariel and I are planning something special for you all on May 2. In conjunction with his Horology series, we’ll be taking over a nice space in New York for a night. If you’re interested in attending, drop me a line at john@wristwatchreview.com with the subject “NYC MEETUP” …

Russian President Medvedev Wearing HD3 Slyde Watch

aBlogtoWatch | 24. Apr 2012 14:21 |

When celebrities like actors and athletes are seen wearing watches I don't care too much. Mostly because I know what is involved in getting those watches on said actors and athletes. When important politicians wear watches I find it a … Continue reading → Related posts: HD3 …

Alessandro Baldieri MAGNUM 48

OceanicTime | 24. Apr 2012 12:36 |

By TLex Italian designer, Alessandro Baldieri reveals his new Italian Military inspired divers model. The MAGNUM 48 with its complex beveled 48mm case that took a whole year to make has been constructed of hand sandblasted Stainless steel. It has a water-resistance of …

HELSON Sharkmaster 600

OceanicTime | 24. Apr 2012 12:01 |

By TLex No hype, no preamble, only this! The new HELSON Sharkmaster 600 is available tomorrow! More than just a nod and a wink to the Seamaster 600 AKA the Ploprof, it is a faithful recreation of the diving icon, albeit with a few minor alterations. Features include: a …

Montblanc Timewriter II Chronographe Bi-Frequence 1000 Watch Hands-On

aBlogtoWatch | 24. Apr 2012 10:21 |

Precision chronographs seem to be on the mind of many watch makers this year. Tag Heuer certainly has their share of innovations and everyone seems to want to push forth into a territory people once thought of as "well if … Continue reading → No related posts.

RLH Event: Watch Lover Meetup In New York City May 2nd

aBlogtoWatch | 24. Apr 2012 08:36 |

Get ready for the first Real-Life Horology event. This time it will be a light social gathering to have drinks and talk about watches in New York City. Casual and fun. Come there and we will give name tags to … Continue reading → No related posts.

Hourtime Episode 104 – Rant & Roll

WristWatchReview.com | 24. Apr 2012 04:21 |

Welcome to the HourTime show, the best 30 minute (+/-) hour podcast on the web. In this weeks episode we discuss: Movado. RLH Watch Events by aBlogtoRead.com: Los Angeles & New York City. Eterna. Bovet. Also, the guys discuss Rolex collectors, watches on babies and other …

Sarkozy Almost Loses His Patek Philippe In Crowd, Takes A Lot Of Guff For It

Wristwatch News, Reviews, & … | 24. Apr 2012 00:16 |

Sarkozy manque de perdre sa montre à la Concorde by LeNouvelObservateur