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Patek Philippe Chimes in the Holidays

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Blancpain Air Command Titanium Joins The Collection

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Vacheron Constantin Unveils Traditionnelle Complete Calendar Openface

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Panerai Goes Smaller in 40-mm Luminor Marina Quaranta

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Bulova Watchmaking School Co-founder Stanley Simon Dies at 93

The New York Times is reporting that Stanley Simon, who was instrumental in bringing the Bulova Watchmaking School into being, has passed away in Manhattan. He was 93. The School, founded in 1945, became a model for industry-lead rehabilitation of disabled veterans. First conceived as World War II drew to an end, the school trained...

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Aug 17, 2010 by WatchTime

Sponsored: Artem Sailcloth Straps Offers Unmatched Comfort and Superior Versatility, Including in Latest “Loop-Less” Design

Earlier this year, Australia-Based Artem made its debut on WatchTime, introducing to our readers its trendsetting, next generation of sailcloth straps. Ever since, the brand and its impressive range of straps have only grown in popularity, trending on forums and garnering increasing attention for its traditional pin-and-buckle options as well as its more contemporary deployant-clasp...

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Jan 1, 2022 by WatchTime

College Survey: No Need for a Wristwatch

Born when Ross Perot was warning about a giant sucking sound and Bill Clinton was apologizing for causing pain in his marriage, members of this fall’s entering college class of 2014 have never written in cursive or worn a wristwatch. In their world, e-mail is way too slow, and Russians and Americans have always been...

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Aug 17, 2010 by WatchTime

Bertolucci Bella Costa

Bertolucci updates the Bella Costa line for men and women with two models: Day-Date, and two time zones with big date. The stainless steel cases have off-center openings highlighted by asymmetrical bezels. Each model is available in 3 finishes: fine-brushed steel and black PVD, all black, and a ladies version featuring a bezel set with...

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Aug 16, 2010 by WatchTime

James Bond Weekend Coming September 10 and 11

The James Bond Enthusiast Weekend is part of the first-ever “Bond Watches, James Bond Watches” exhibition at the National Watch & Clock Museum in Columbia, PA. The display includes the widest selection of 007-related watches ever assembled. Highlighting the exhibit is the only known Rolex owned and worn by Bond creator Ian Fleming – believed...

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Aug 13, 2010 by WatchTime

Marvin Watches Launch in the USA This Fall

Swiss watch brand Marvin is launching a new collection in the United States. The 160 year old brand offers more than 110 styles of men’s and women’s watches for sale in the U.S. this fall. Retail price points range from $780 to $2,500 for watches with mechanical movements.

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Aug 12, 2010 by WatchTime

Cartier Opens New Store in the Forum Shops at Caesars

Cartier has opened a new, significantly larger store in The Forum Shops at Caesars in Las Vegas. The new boutique is located at the mall entrance in front of the Fountain of the Gods. To celebrate the opening, clients are invited to view The Cartier Precious Jewelry and Timepiece Collection in the new boutique through...

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Aug 12, 2010 by WatchTime

NAWCC Opens Sales Site to the Buying Public

The National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors (NAWCC) is allowing non-members to make purchases at its online home for auctions, trading, and classifieds. This means that buyers who are not NAWCC members can register to browse and buy, but not sell; selling still requires NAWCC membership. NAWCC is excited to showcase the quality merchandise...

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Aug 11, 2010 by WatchTime

IWC Celebrates Plastiki Success With Online Auction

IWC celebrated the success of the Plastiki expedition by holding an online auction for a unique timepiece created to commemorate the event – a platinum version of the Ingenieur Automatic Mission Earth Edition “Adventure Ecology”. The piece sold for 30,800 euros or a little over $40,000, and IWC will donate the entire proceeds to the...

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Aug 11, 2010 by WatchTime

Hautlence Coming to North America

Swiss luxury watch brand Hautlence has announced a new agreement under which New York-based Totally Worth It will distribute Hautlence timepieces in the U.S.A. and Canada. Launched in 2004 and based in Neuchâtel, Hautlence produces innovative and imaginative timepieces in small numbers. Totally Worth It distributes several niche brands in North America.

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Aug 9, 2010 by WatchTime

Thunderstruck: MB&F’s latest horological machine arrives like a bolt from the blue

It started with the figure-eight-inspired central tourbillon HM1. Then came HM2, with flying buttresses and porthole dials. HM3 followed with rotating cones providing the time. Earlier this year came a redesigned HM3 with cones resembling the bulging eyes of a frog. Now, MB&F rolls out its latest model, the HM4, which makes its predecessors look...

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Aug 8, 2010 by Mark Bernardo

Oris Creates U.S. Subsidiary, Names V.J. Geronimo CEO

Oris SA has established a new U.S. and Caribbean subsidiary, Oris Watches USA, and named V.J. Geronimo as the chief executive officer. Effective September 1, the new subsidiary will take over U.S. distribution from Hawthorne, N.Y.-based Oris USA, Inc., headed by Mark Wasserman. Oris officials said the move reflects a decision to exercise greater control...

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Aug 6, 2010 by WatchTime

RGM Updates Website and Adds Trade-in Program

RGM Watches has redesigned its website, making additional information available and easier to find. The site is also integrating its content with popular social networking sites Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, allowing fans to receive updates instantly. The site’s navigation is now upgraded, making it more consistent and intuitive.

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Aug 6, 2010 by WatchTime

Cartier Sues Online “Flash” Retailer HauteLook Over Watch Sales

Cartier has sued HauteLook, Inc. in federal court in Manhattan alleging the Los Angeles-based retailer falsely claims to offer new Cartier goods at deep discounts based on a special relationship with the brand. Cartier’s complaint states that it has no relationship with HauteLook, and that the retailer is selling secondhand Cartier watches and other goods...

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Aug 5, 2010 by WatchTime

Swatch Group First Half Sales and Profits Jump to Record Levels

Swatch Group’s gross sales for the first half of 2010 exceeded SFr.3 billion for the first time ever, topping the 2008 record, and the future looks bright, thanks largely to China and Russia. The Group’s Chief Executive Nick Hayek told Reuters “We do not see what could keep us from achieving record sales and profit...

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Aug 4, 2010 by WatchTime

Bell & Ross Vintage

Bell & Ross is launching a new collection with two lines: Vintage Original and Vintage Heritage. The collection is an homage to 1940s aviator watches. Legibility is excellent, and the watches have the trademark Bell & Ross look. The collection includes a time and date model (BR 123) and a chronograph (BR 126). Both watches...

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Aug 4, 2010 by WatchTime

Christie’s New York

Important Watches

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Aug 3, 2010 by WatchTime

Antiquorum Auctioneers New York

Important Collectors Wristwatches, Pocket Watches & Clocks

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Aug 3, 2010 by WatchTime

Patrizzi & Co. New York

Important Pocket Watches, Vintage & Modern Wristwatches

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Aug 3, 2010 by WatchTime

Sotheby’s Geneva

Important Watches

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Aug 3, 2010 by WatchTime

Antiquorum Auctioneers Geneva

Important Collectors Wristwatches, Pocket Watches & Clocks

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Aug 3, 2010 by WatchTime