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Roger Dubuis Chronograph La Monégasque Big Number

At SIHH the Roger Dubuis booth presented a casino look, consistent with the launch of the new men’s collection La Monégasque. The piece that best represents the high-stakes gambling theme is the limited edition Chronograph Big Number which sports the classic casino colors black, red and green. The 44mm rose gold case recalls the brand’s...

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Feb 1, 2011 by WatchTime

IWC is Official Timekeeper for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012

The Volvo Ocean Race is undeniably the world’s premier ocean race and one of the most demanding team sporting events in the world. Over the course of nine months, the teams will sail 39,270 nautical miles, crossing the globe’s most treacherous seas. IWC Schaffhausen will be the official timekeeper for the 2011-2012 edition.

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Jan 31, 2011 by WatchTime

Christophe Claret Adagio

For years Christophe Claret labored in relative obscurity creating horological masterpieces sold under the names of others. To date he has devised and executed 68 unique complicated movements. In 2009, the man behind the curtain released the first timepiece widely marketed under his own name. Following the “bravos”, Claret is launching a second piece bearing...

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Jan 28, 2011 by WatchTime

Maurice Lacroix Launches New U.S. Distribution Under the Direction of Hartmut Kraft

Independent Swiss watch manufacture Maurice Lacroix has completed the restructuring of its North American market. Martin Bachmann, CEO of Maurice Lacroix and Hartmut Kraft, the CEO who re-launched Chronoswiss in North America, have signed an exclusive distribution agreement.

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Jan 27, 2011 by WatchTime

Vacheron Constantin Historiques Aronde 1954

This newcomer to the Historiques collection is inspired by a model created during the post-war years. Its pink gold 31.2 x 44. 55mm case embodies a complex construction. “Aronde” is an Old French word for a swallow’s wings, and it refers to the original double-rounded curve unfurling almost like wings along the case flanks. The...

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Jan 26, 2011 by WatchTime

Panerai Luminor Composite 1950 3 Days – 47mm

One of the hits at SIHH 2010 was Panerai’s Radiomir Composite Marina Militare. For 2011 Panerai presents a new Special Edition in that sought-after material: the Luminor Composite 1950 3 Days – 47mm. The new piece combines the lightness, strength and durability of Panerai Composite with the new hand-wound P.3000 caliber, which is designed and...

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Jan 26, 2011 by WatchTime

Richard Mille Caliber Extra Flat Automatic RM 033

Until now, the adjectives “round” and “thin” were not often found in close proximity to the name Richard Mille. The RM 033, launched at SIHH last week, changes that. Ultra-thin is clearly in, and Mille is not missing the boat. His caliber RMXP1 is a mere 2.6mm thick, and at 6.3mm deep, the RM 033...

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Jan 25, 2011 by WatchTime

Baume & Mercier Capeland Flyback Chronograph (Video)

For 2011 the 180-year-old brand is launching a new chronograph in its Capeland line. The 44mm case, available in steel or 18K red gold, houses a La Joux-Perret automatic bi-compax chronograph movement with flyback and date. The dial offers a distinctly vintage appeal with telemeter and tachymeter scales. Blued or gilt Breguet hands complete the...

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Jan 24, 2011 by WatchTime

IWC Launches New Web Site

IWC has lunched a completely revamped Web site that showcases the full collection of IWC timepieces through detailed photos and interactive elements that let users experience IWC know-how virtually. The site is beautifully designed and incorporates HTML5, so it is fully functional on the iPad and other mobile devices. This technology provides an excellent foundation...

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Jan 23, 2011 by WatchTime

Richard Mille RM 038 Tourbillon Bubba Watson

As I type this, Bubba Watson leads the Farmers Insurance Open PGA tournament in San Diego. [Update: he went on to win.] This year Bubba joins Rafael Nadal and Felipe Massa as a Richard Mille ambassador. Bubba is the longest driver on the PGA Tour, and if you wonder whether it is safe to wear...

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Jan 22, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso Duo

Jaeger-LeCoultre created the first Reverso Duo in 1994 when they replaced the Reverso’s “shield” with a second time display. A single movement powered both sets of hands in opposite directions, with each display being independently adjustable. With this stroke, JLC reinvented the GMT watch.

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Jan 20, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: Montblanc Star World-Time GMT Automatic

Ease of use and user-friendliness are the top priorities for Montblanc’s new Star World-Time GMT Automatic. All functions can be operated via the readily grasped and screwed crown. Presented in a 42mm steel case, this piece is available with black or silver guilloche dial.

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Jan 20, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Automatic Bronzo – 47 mm

More than half a century ago Panerai produced a watch for the Egyptian Navy. This new model, bearing reference PAM00382, is a development of that original piece. It’s unique feature is that the case is crafted from bronze, a material associated since antiquity with the sea. Look inside for launch dates, pricing and wallpaper.

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Jan 19, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: Calibre de Cartier Multiple Time Zone Watch With Caliber 9909 MC

Calibre 9909 MC is the first multiple time zone movement to feature in Cartier’s Fine Watchmaking Collection, housed in a Calibre de Cartier watch. The movement is entirely developed and produced within the Cartier Manufacture.

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Jan 18, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: Lange’s New Saxonia Thin

For 2011 Lange is redsigning the Saxonia family, and the new Saxonia Thin offers discrete luxury and classic elegance in a case that measures only 5.9mm thick. And at 40mm in diameter, the Saxonia Thin makes a stylish statement on the wrist.

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Jan 18, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 XXL

The Vintage 1945 collection is a modern reinterpretation of the spirit of an Art Deco-inspired model with a rectangular case. At 35.25 x 36.20mm, the generous dimensions give it a strong presence on the wrist.

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Jan 17, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: JeanRichard Shows Two New Bressels and the Highlands Sand Sports Watch

At SIHH JeanRichard is introducing three new men’s models: the Bressel Homage “Daniel” is inspired by a Daniel JeanRichard pocket watch created in 1710. The Bressel 1665 Small Hour and Minute offers a distinctive time display, and the sporty Highlands “Sand” reinterprets the original Highlands from the mid-1990s. All three are powered by in-house JeanRichard...

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Jan 17, 2011 by WatchTime

SIHH: Girard-Perregaux 1966 Tourbillon With Gold Bridge

At SIHH, Girard-Perregaux’s Haute Horlogerie collection will be enhanced by the addition of a model inspired by its history and its complication: the Girard-Perregaux 1966 Tourbillon with Gold Bridge. Expressing the essence of Girard-Perregaux watchmaking tradition, it will be available in an edition of 50 individually-numbered pieces.

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Jan 16, 2011 by WatchTime

Basel Preview: Harry Winston Histoire de Tourbillon 2

In 2009 Harry Winston launched Histoire de Tourbillon collection. This year, for its second edition, the House launches an exclusive new timepiece with a bi-axial flying tourbillon in a 20-piece limited series. The monumental case features eight sapphire crystals housed in a 48.5mm white gold structure. The tourbillon has no upper bridge and is supported...

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Jan 14, 2011 by WatchTime

UTS Adventure GMT

12 years ago Mechanical Engineer and watch collector Nicolaus Spinner had a vision to create his own watch. Having access to the latest CNC machines in Munich, Germany helped make the dream a reality. The UTS Commander was born, a unique watch case that featured a 45mm case with front and back sapphire crystals. Fast...

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Jan 14, 2011 by WatchTime

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Roger Dubuis Chronograph La Monégasque Big Number

Sponsored: Turn Your Watch Collection into a Revolving Line of Credit

IWC is Official Timekeeper for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012

Christophe Claret Adagio

Sponsored: The Re-Edition of the First G-Shock Gets a New Color Variant

Maurice Lacroix Launches New U.S. Distribution Under the Direction of Hartmut Kraft

Vacheron Constantin Historiques Aronde 1954

Panerai Luminor Composite 1950 3 Days – 47mm

Richard Mille Caliber Extra Flat Automatic RM 033

Baume & Mercier Capeland Flyback Chronograph (Video)

IWC Launches New Web Site

Richard Mille RM 038 Tourbillon Bubba Watson

SIHH: Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso Duo

SIHH: Montblanc Star World-Time GMT Automatic

SIHH: Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Automatic Bronzo – 47 mm

SIHH: Calibre de Cartier Multiple Time Zone Watch With Caliber 9909 MC

SIHH: Lange’s New Saxonia Thin

SIHH: Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 XXL

SIHH: JeanRichard Shows Two New Bressels and the Highlands Sand Sports Watch

SIHH: Girard-Perregaux 1966 Tourbillon With Gold Bridge

Basel Preview: Harry Winston Histoire de Tourbillon 2

UTS Adventure GMT