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Swatch Group Terminates Partnership With Tiffany & Co. Citing Material Breach of Contract

Swatch Group announced today that it has terminated its cooperation contracts with Tiffany & Co. According to Swatch Group, “This action became necessary following Tiffany & Co’s systematic efforts to block and delay development of the business.”

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Sep 12, 2011 by WatchTime

Richemont Specialist Watchmaker Sales Up 34%

At its Annual General Meeting held today in Geneva, Richemont announced that its overall sales for the five months ended August 31 increased by 29% at actual exchange rates. At constant exchange rates, sales increased by 35%. The Specialist Watchmakers saw an increase of 34% at constant exchange rates, and 28% at actual exchange rates.

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Sep 7, 2011 by WatchTime

Geneva Time Exhibition Moves to New Venue for 2012

Under its new banner “The Art of Making Time”, the 2012 Geneva Time Exhibition will offer a new visual identity and a new concept from its new home at Geneva’s Espace Hippomène. The show runs Sunday January 15 through Friday January 20, 2012, the same week as the SIHH. Find images and a map for...

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Sep 6, 2011 by WatchTime

Al Pacino Receives the Jaeger-LeCoultre Glory to the Filmmaker Award at Venice Film Festival

Al Pacino is the recipient of the Jaeger-Le Coultre Glory to the Filmmaker 2011 Award, a prize of the Venice International Film Festival dedicated to an artist who has left an original mark on contemporary cinema. The prize has previously been awarded to some of the greatest figures in film including: Takeshi Kitano (2007), Abbas...

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Sep 6, 2011 by WatchTime

Unique Blancpain Villeret for Only Watch

You may be accustomed to seeing the dial side of the watches featured here, but in the case of this Blancpain Villeret for Only Watch 2011, the case back reveals the art that makes this watch special. The bridges of the “Villeret Grande Décoration” unique piece are hand engraved to depict a typical Monegasque scene,...

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Sep 5, 2011 by WatchTime

Quick Quiz: Reference Check

Patek Philippe and Rolex enthusiasts are known to speak an arcane digital language. Test your vocabulary in this week’s quiz. We’ve compiled a dozen reference numbers – six from each brand – and your task is to match them with the appropriate model name or description of that watch. Answers in the form 1-A, 2-B,...

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Sep 4, 2011 by WatchTime

Ulysse Nardin Aquires Dial Enameler Donzé Cadrans

After many years at the helm of Donzé Cadrans, Francine and Michel Vermot have decided to retire, selling their 100 percent stake to Ulysse Nardin. UN says this move will secure the long-term future of the business and its know-how, placing it in the hands of the company which renewed interest in the art of...

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Sep 2, 2011 by WatchTime

Alpina and Cessna Hold Collaboration Event

To celebrate their collaboration, Alpina and Cessna recently held an event at Cessna Aircraft’s headquarters in Wichita, Kansas. Selected VIP customers attended a presentation and viewed over 30 airplanes in different stages of production. Following the presentation, several Cessna planes were inspected in the main showroom, including a brand new Cessna Citation Mustang.

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Sep 1, 2011 by WatchTime

Only Watch USA Previews Just Days Away

The U.S. previews of the unique pieces to be auctioned at Only Watch in Monaco later this month will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, September 9 at Westime Beverly Hills in Los Angeles, and during the same hours on Monday, September 12 at Antiquorum Auctioneers at 595 Madison Ave. in...

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Aug 31, 2011 by WatchTime

Citizen Launches Official Facebook and Twitter Pages

Citizen has announced the launch of official pages on Facebook and Twitter. In coming months look for the brand to share exclusive photos and interviews with brand ambassadors, new product previews, and exciting promotions. You can like Citizen at Facebook here and follow them on Twitter here.

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Aug 30, 2011 by WatchTime

World #1 Novak Djokovic is Newest Audemars Piguet Ambassador

As the U.S. Open gets under way in Flushing Meadows, Audemars Piguet has announced that the world’s number one tennis player, Novak Djokovic, has joined the brand as its latest Ambassador. Seeded number 1 at the U.S. Open, Djokovic has enjoyed an exceptional 2011 season, running his record to 57-2, including five wins over former...

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Aug 30, 2011 by WatchTime

Quick Quiz: Tech Check

How well do you know the world that lies beneath your dial? Our quiz tests your knowledge of some basic concepts. As always, the answers appear at the end. Good luck! Click here to take our quiz

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Aug 30, 2011 by WatchTime

Glashütte Original Creates Unique Senator Chronometer for Only Watch

Glashütte Original has created this “1 of 1” Senator Chronometer for Only Watch 2011. The 18k red gold case is perfectly sized at 42mm. On tap are panorama date, day/night indication, and a stop-seconds feature with innovative minute detent. Of course the case houses a 58-jewel certified chronometer movement visible through a sapphire case back....

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Aug 26, 2011 by WatchTime

Redecorate With These Watch Wallpapers

For your viewing and home decorating pleasure, WatchTime offers a selection of watch wallpapers featuring IWC, Lange, Omega, Vacheron Constantin, Ulysse Nardin, De Bethune, Audemars Piguet, and Parmigiani. These images measure between 2400 and 7000 pixels wide and are sure to brighten up your desktop. Click the smaller images to view the full-size versions. Happy...

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Aug 23, 2011 by WatchTime

Patek Philippe Creates Unique Ref. 3939 for Only Watch 2011

Patek Philippe collectors will want to keep an eye on Lot 30 at the Only Watch 2011 auction. This Ref. 3939 is a unique manually-wound minute repeater and tourbillon in a 33.3mm diameter stainless steel case with interchangeable solid and sapphire crystal case backs. The 28 jewel movement is Patek Philippe Caliber R TO 27...

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Aug 22, 2011 by WatchTime

Gérald Genta Has Died at Age 80

Gérald Genta, designer of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, Patek Philippe Nautilus, IWC Ingenieur, Omega Constellation, Cartier Pasha, Bulgari Bulgari, and other icons of the modern era has passed away at age 80. Genta was born to Italian immigrant parents in Geneva in 1931. He launched his career as an independent watch designer in 1961,...

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Aug 19, 2011 by WatchTime

Michele Sofisti Appointed CEO of Sowind Group

PPR announced in Paris today the appointment of Michele Sofisti as CEO of Sowind Group, effective immediately. He will be seconded by Stefano Macaluso, Managing Director for Girard-Perregaux, and Massimo Macaluso, Managing Director for JeanRichard and the Manufacture, who remain in their current positions. Sofisti will also continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer Gucci...

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Aug 18, 2011 by WatchTime

Bell & Ross BR01 Casino for Only Watch 2011

For Only Watch 2011, Bell & Ross has created the BR01 Casino. The dial is made up of three rotating concentric circles in pink gold. And yes, it does tell the time. Have you worked out how? We’ll tell you inside. The 46mm diameter case is pink gold and PVD, and the roulette-themed display is...

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Aug 17, 2011 by WatchTime

Antiquorum New York

Important Collectors’ Wristwatches, Pocket Watches and Clocks

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Aug 17, 2011 by WatchTime

Sotheby’s New York

Important Watches

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Aug 17, 2011 by WatchTime