Saturday, Dec 15 2012
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Omega Puts Watch Instruction Manuals On YouTube
For years I have complained that even high-end watches don't come with instruction manuals. That isn't universally the rule, but it is the standard. While that isn't likely to change, brands like Omega are taking the logical next step by creating video instruction manuals …
Bianci Ladies Watches Make For Decent Gifts
We get a lot of requests to write about "more affordable" watches - which is tough as we are such high-brow snobs. Having said that, aBlogtoWatch is produced by regular people whose budgets are probably closer to beer than champagne much of the time.... read more » …
Bathys Has A Deal For You
Sorry for the short post today, but things are just a bit hectic at the moment. That said, if you’re in the market for a watch, and like what Bathys has on tap, then you won’t mind the brevity of the post. First off, they have a limited quantity of the Benthic Ti: Kevlar [...]
Momentum Vortech GMT Review
This is the Vortech GMT from Momentum, an outdoor-focussed brand from Vancouver, BC that we quite like. Let’s start with some specifications: Titanium case, 44.0mm by 11.9mm, 53.1mm lug to lug. 7mm screw-down crown, 22mm lugs, total width 48.0mm including crown. 66g on the …
Bremont Victory
Alongside the new white-dialed Solo and the production-ready ALT-1WT, Bremont also launched their newest limited edition at BaselWorld this year. This new Bremont flagship is called the Victory, and in keeping with the philosophy of their hugely successful EP120 and P-51 …
The New Benarus Sea Snake
Following in the success of the Megalodon 4, Benarus has announced their newest model, the Sea Snake. Benarus seems to have a knack for developing distinct and rather original designs, and the new Sea Snake is no exception. Featuring a 44 x 14 mm stainless steel case with a …
Helson Buccaneer 47mm Review
After being very much impressed by the Helson Shark Diver 42mm, we were curious to see what Helson would release next. Regardless of our estimations, the new Buccaneer 47mm would have been hard to predict. The original Helson Buccaneer was a 45mm GMT diver with an external …
Pebble E-Paper Watch Rocks Kickstarter
If you have any doubts that the general public wants “smartwatches” to work in tandem with their smartphones, you may want to lay them to rest. The Pebble E-Paper Watch from Pebble Technology originally set out to with a $100,000 Kickstarter goal to fund the development of …
Piaget Emperador Coussin XL Ultra-Thin Minute Repeater Watch
For SIHH 2013 Piaget will once again break a record when it comes to being thin with the Emperador Coussin XL Ultra Thin Minute Repeater. No we are not talking about anything related to "The Biggest Loser," but rather a new movement which is the thinnest of its kind. …
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph Blue Dial Watch Hands-On
Some people will probably tell you that a "sporty Vacheron Constantin" is an oxymoron. It sort of is, but that hasn't stop a lot of traditional formal watch makers from producing high-end sport timepieces meant more for casual wear than actual active abuse. Sometimes I want …
JEANRICHARD Aquascope VICTORY WATCH
By TLex JeanRichard have presented Franck Cammas with a one of a kind Aquscope in recognition of being named Sailor of the Year by the French Sailing Federation, on December 10th. The dial of the Aquascope 'Victory Watch' is made of the mainsail from the winning boat in the …
Preview: 2013 TAG Heuer Carrera
Five weeks out from the first watch show of 2013, we can bring you this sneak preview of TAG Heuer’s 2013 Carrera. The Carrera was first introduced in 1963, meaning that next year marks the model’s 50th anniversary…a great excuse for a commemorative edition or two. And the …
