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HODINKEE Radio: Episode 47: William Massena
The watch industry fixture talks about the early days of online horology, why his collection is so diverse, and the one watch he tells everyone to buy.
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Hands-On: Monsieur de Chanel Pocket Watch
Every year Chanel debuts a handful of timekeeping objects that are sleekly monochromatic yet lavishly constructed of precious materials like gold and rock crystal. They are beautiful, expensive, and the sort of object that would look at home in a US$100m penthouse. And because there are enough such penthouses to go around, these objets d’art inevitably find owners every year. Last year’s collection of objects included the Monsieur de Chanel Chronosphere, a clock within a glass globe supported by blackened-bronze lions, which was a five-piece limited edition. But the collection also included the one of a kind Monsieur de Chanel Pocket Watch suspended in a jewelled stand, an object that is simultaneously discreet and extravagant. Photo – Chanel Although the pocket watch and its stand retail for almost US$800,000, it is discreet to a fault. All of the materials within are precious, but the entire object is almost monochromatic. The pocket watch can be removed and carried, but is more likely to function as the ultimate desk clock. Standing about 25cm, or 10in, high, the stand is polished 18k white gold and panelled in glossy obsidian, a black, volcanic rock. And while it does not look the part, the sculpted lion is also 18k gold, but coated entirely in smooth, black Hyceram, a composite of ceramic and polymer. The diamonds within the stand are substantial, but subtle – the lion’s paw rests on a 18k gold sphere covered in baguette diamonds. The big ca...
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Ep. #132 Traveling with Watches
You know, over these past couple years, our opinions on A LOT of things have changed. But what Michael and I didn't anticipate is our view on traveling with watches doing a total 180. Are "travel watches" real? Is whatever the hell watch you wear while traveling a "travel watch?" Or is the idea of a travel watch still alive and well?
WatchAdvice
Rolex Sky-Dweller 326934 Review
One of the more prominent watches in the Rolex line up, the Sky-Dweller is a timepiece that is a true testament to the ingenious creativity that goes on in the in-house manufacturing of this brand. The watch itself is protected by 14 patents, therefore, it would come as no surprise that it’s also one of Rolex’s most complicated watches. The craftsmanship alongside sophistication is displayed to the highest quality in the Rolex Sky-Dweller. Unlike other Rolex models, the Sky-Dweller has one characteristic feature that stands out from the rest. This being the off-centre 24-hour display disk on the dial. This disk shows a second timezone that enables travellers to differentiate between daytime hours (9 am) and nighttime hours (9 pm) in that second timezone. The two timezones on the watch are displayed simultaneously. The local time is displayed through the normal hour, minute and second hand on the watch. The fixed red triangle under the Rolex logo on the dial indicates the chosen reference time on the 24-hour display disk. The time on the display disk can be set with relative ease through the use of a complex mechanism that allows the main hour hand to be adjusted independently backwards or forwards in 1-hour portions. When the hour hand is being adjusted, the minute and second hand are not affected. On the Rolex Sky-Dweller, the local time is displayed on the main dial, with the second timezone being shown on the 24-hour display disk. If you were to ...
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Rolex GMT-Master II – 116710 BLNR Review
Sitting in the mid-range of Rolex’s collection, the Rolex GMT-Master II 116710 BLNR is a favourite among watch enthusiasts. There are few other models within the GMT Master II range, all with close similarities to the 116710 BLNR. What sets them apart is the two-tone color schemes of the Bezel and also gold, rose-gold and bracelet variations. The GMT-Master II – 116710 BLNR is a previous generation model as Rolex has released a new GMT-Master II (126710 BLNR). There are some differences between the two models such as the new 126710 BLNR gets an updated movement along with a new jubilee bracelet. Watchadvice will review the 126710 BLNR at a later stage. To describe the GMT-Master II BLNR , it’s good to understand its beginnings. The very first Rolex GMT-Master was actually designed in partnership with Pan American Airways. Pan American Airways wanted to give the GMT-Master models to its pilots and crew to be able to use on those long flights. If you don’t know already, the GMT in the model name stands for Greenwich Mean Time which is translated to mean solar time. The personnel on the Pan American flights could use the GMT hand on the Rolex to set the time to GMT or even another time zone. Then using the rotatable 24hr Bezel and setting it to the correct offset, they can use it to read a second time zone. The main theory behind Pan American Airways giving this timepiece to its personnel was so that they could keep track of not only the current time zone but also t...
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The new Tudor Black Bay P01
TUDOR introduces the Black Bay P01, a watch based on a legendary prototype developed in the late 1960s and proposed to the US Navy, and in so doing lifts the veil on a little-known aspect of its history.
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Bring a Loupe: An Audemars Piguet Automatic Ref. 5273, An Art Deco Rectangular Tissot, And A 1989 Rolex Daytona Ref. 16520 'Patrizzi'
Your weekly round-up of watches from around the 'net.
Time+Tide
Green, lean and not at all mean – Hublot’s Classic Fusion Titanium Green
Editor’s note: For all that Hublot is a name strongly associated with big, bold colours (and rightly so, might we add), they’re not afraid to show their more subtle side on occasion. Take, for example, this Classic Fusion Titanium Greed – what a dial! This week we’re looking at Hublot watches that aren’t the Big … ContinuedThe post Green, lean and not at all mean – Hublot’s Classic Fusion Titanium Green appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Interview: Eric Singer
Revolution talks watches and music with the energetic and passionate drummer behind the rock band KISS, who was recently part of the jury at the 2015 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG).
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Breaking News: The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Ultra Deep Professional Becomes The Deepest Diving Watch Ever
There's a new king of the oceans.
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Review: Jacob & Co Epic X Chrono Carbon Bugatti
We get close up and hands-on with the new Jacob & Co Epic X Chrono Carbon Bugatti, a celebration of 110 years of Bugatti: forged carbon on DLC ti Chrono.
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The Grey NATO: Episode 83: Collection Inspection Vol. 7
Jason and James take a close look at a pair of their favorite dive watches.
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Review: Deep dive with the De Bethune DB28GS Grand Bleu
Hands on detailed review of the De Bethune DB28 GB Grand Bleu. A diving watch rated to 105m inspired by the movie Grand Bleu where the hero dives to 105m.
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Auctions: Phillips Announces 'Double Signed' Thematic Auction For November 2019
This is the latest in a series of thematic auctions from Phillips.
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Hands-On: The Andreas Strehler Trans-Axial Tourbillon
A new tourbillon from Andreas Strehler is the latest incarnation of his unique constant force mechanism.
Time+Tide
This guy did a survey and found that 38mm is the perfect watch size – here are our other takeaways
The guy in question is none other than Mark Cho, who’s kind of a big deal in the world of menswear. One of the co-founders of The Armoury and co-owner of Drake’s. He’s also a watch fanatic. He spent one of his first paychecks on an Omega Chronostop, and admits that after falling down the rabbit … ContinuedThe post This guy did a survey and found that 38mm is the perfect watch size – here are our other takeaways appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Review: A Familiar Face – The Patek Philippe Nautilus Annual Calendar Ref. 5726/1A
Patek Philippe Nautilus Annual Calendar Ref. 5726/1A Patek Philippe is a high-end watch manufacturer synonymous with excellence. Two things it is famous for, among a myriad of other things, is the Nautilus sports watch and the annual calendar wristwatch. In 2016, Patek Philippe put two and two together and introduced the Nautilus Annual Calendar inRead More
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HODINKEE Radio: Episode 46: Bradley Price
The Autodromo founder shares how he turned a country drive in a vintage Alfa Romeo into a line of watches and eventually a full-fledged lifestyle brand.
Revolution
Introducing the TAG Heuer Monaco 1979–1989 Limited Edition “Le Mans”
TAG Heuer launches number two of five special Monaco watches, very appropriately, at the 2019 24 Hours of Le Mans, in marking the watch’s 50th anniversary.
Revolution
In Conversation with Ben Clymer: The Man Behind HODINKEE
Wei Koh sits down with Ben Clymer, founder of HODINKEE to talk about their 10th anniversary and how they’ve revolutionized the the industry with a website and e-commerce.
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Bell & Ross BR V2-94 Bellytanker Bronze
Bell & Ross releases a new instalment to their Bellytanker series with the new Bronze black dial limited to 999 pieces. The watch is part of the brand’s vintage-style collection.
Time+Tide
On the road with Longines’ smart traveller, the V.H.P. GMT
Editor’s note: It’s not too often you see something genuinely ‘new’ in the watch space - with all the ‘novelties’ on offer. The Longines Conquest V.H.P. GMT Flash Setting, however, is new. The tech inside is user-friendly, smart, and makes for a better watch. And that’s something we can get behind. A few weeks ago … ContinuedThe post On the road with Longines’ smart traveller, the V.H.P. GMT appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Review: Citizen Eco-Drive Aqualand 200m Promaster 30th Anniversary
Our in-depth exploration of the new Citizen Eco-Drive Aqualand 200m Promaster 30th Anniversary Limited Edition. Hands on with live photographs.
Revolution
Introducing the AP Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph, The Hour Glass Commemorative Edition
In celebration of The Hour Glass’ 40th anniversary AP announces the Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph, The Hour Glass Commemorative Edition in platinum
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Bring a Loupe: An Omega Speedmaster Ref. 105.003-65, A 1963 Military Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, And Longines Sport Stopwatches
Your weekly round-up of watches from around the world.
Revolution
Gruen Airflight Jumping Dial
For pilots that needed a 24-hour time reference, the Gruen Airflight presented a clever if also quirky alternative to crowding the dial with markings.
Time+Tide
RECOMMENDED READING: Can’t stomach a smart watch? How about a smart strap
Smart watches are here to stay. But that doesn’t mean we have to be OK with it in a mechanical watch-fancying world. But it’s hard to deny that self-quantification and easy, breezy notifications on the wrist address certain functionality that the Submariner and its ilk struggle with. Never fear, Sony has a solution. The Wena … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Can’t stomach a smart watch? How about a smart strap appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Introducing: The RGM 801 Skeleton
A new version of the American brand's famous movement.
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Auctions: Sotheby's Announces Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Sale (Rare Speedmasters!)
A collection of special and rare Omega Speedmasters hits the block as Apollo 11 turns 50.
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Looking for a great first watch? The Nomos Club Campus could be just the ticket
Editor’s note: Nomos is a habitual entrant on our ‘best in budget’ lists, and there’s a very good reason for that. Strong looks, great style and serious credibility all add up to a package that punches hard for its price tag. Case in point, the Nomos Club Campus, which was released at Baselworld a few … ContinuedThe post Looking for a great first watch? The Nomos Club Campus could be just the ticket appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.