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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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JLC Embraces Communications Technology for SIHH 2010

Jaeger-LeCoultre will take the members of its online community on an unprecedented technological journey during the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH). The journey begins on January 18 with the unveiling of an exceptional new timepiece. This video hints that it may be something rugged.

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Jan 16, 2010 by WatchTime

MB&F Horological Machine No. 2 SV

MB&F take Horological Machine No. 2 to a stunning new visual level with the limited SV edition. SV means Sapphire Vision, and only 25 will be produced. The case consists of sapphire crystals mounted on a titanium back. The left dial displays the date via a retrograde display as well as a bi-hemisphere moon phase,...

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Jan 15, 2010 by WatchTime

Christie’s Auction Features Thomas Jefferson’s Watch Key

Christie’s Americana Week sale takes place January 21-25 at Rockefeller Plaza in New York. The sale includes a unique watch key owned by Thomas Jefferson. The key contains a lock of his wife’s hair and is inscribed “Martha W. Jefferson Born 19 Oct. 1748, Died 6 Sept. 1782.” Jefferson, who never remarried, pledged to always...

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Jan 13, 2010 by WatchTime

IWC Launches iPhone Application

IWC’s iPhone application is officially live. The app is available for free download on iTunes – just log in to iTunes and search “IWC” to locate it. The app showcases the entire collection, plays all of the IWC films, downloads screensavers and locates IWC Boutiques and authorized retailers. Users can explore details of the IWC...

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Jan 11, 2010 by WatchTime

TIME TEST: Famous Firsts

The first month of a new decade: what better time to mull over other promising (albeit not always successful) beginnings? Test your knowledge of a dozen watch-world firsts (the answers are at the end).

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Jan 10, 2010 by Norma Buchanan

JLC Master Compressor Diving Alarm Navy SEALs Incursion Edition

Jaeger-LeCoultre announced today they will produce the Master Compressor Diving Alarm Navy SEALs Incursion Edition. Limited to 19 pieces in black gold and 62 pieces in titanium grey PVD, this series will only be available for sale at the Jaeger-LeCoultre Beverly Hills Boutique. The JLC Beverly Hills Boutique Connoisseurs Club had direct input with the...

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Jan 8, 2010 by WatchTime

Blancpain Spécialités Tourbillon Diamants

Countering the trend toward lower-priced offerings, Blancpain announces the newest Spécialités Tourbillon Diamants, a 40mm men’s model with more than 20 carats of diamonds. The white gold 3 piece case is set with 571 stones totaling 14.15 carats, and the dial adds another 164 diamonds and 5.17 carats. The clasp, crown and hands add the...

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Jan 6, 2010 by WatchTime

Big Shots: Images from 2009

For those of you who like to collect watch images, we’ve assembled a few that we presented in larger resolutions during the past year. We have a little of everything… something old, something new, something for everyone. Simply click the smaller images to view the larger versions. Enjoy!

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Jan 4, 2010 by WatchTime

Is the Sales Decline Slowing?

The Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH reports that November recorded the highest monthly value of the year for Swiss watch exports, and also the most moderate decline at -10.6% compared with November, 2008. The report notes that while the November figures are negative, they represent a marked improvement over prior months. For 2009...

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Dec 31, 2009 by WatchTime

Luminox Sponsors USA Olympic Bobsled and Skeleton Team

The U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton Team is well on the way to achieving medal-level victory in the Winter 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, Canada, in February, and Luminox is a proud partner in the team’s effort. Both the men’s and women’s teams have been performing with outstanding success on the 2009-2010 World Cup tour. The U.S....

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Dec 30, 2009 by WatchTime

Swatch Group Chairman Wants to Stop Deliveries to Competitors

Reuters is reporting that in a recent interview published in the Swiss daily l’agefi, Swatch Group Chairman Nicolas Hayek said the group plans to stop selling watch parts to other brands. Swatch Group supplies movements and crucial components to many brands through its ETA unit. “We no longer intend to produce or deliver to third-party...

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Dec 29, 2009 by WatchTime

Beyond Tiger: Watches, Celebs, and Scandal

If, in the wake of the Tiger Woods scandal, you were wondering about the status of his endorsement deal with TAG Heuer, you need only check the company’s Web site for the answer. As this is written, the TAG Heuer home page features a statement from brand CEO Jean-Christophe Babin that “The partnership with Tiger...

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Dec 28, 2009 by Mark Bernardo

Seiko Donates Spring Drive Spacewalk Sale Proceeds to Charities

On September 17, 2009, the Seiko Spring Drive Spacewalk watch that was taken into space by Richard Garriott was auctioned at Antiquorum’s New York sale. The sale generated lively bidding, and the selling price exceeded both the reserve and the pre-sale estimate. Seiko has now donated the sale proceeds to the two charities that Richard...

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Dec 28, 2009 by WatchTime

Frederic de Narp New President and CEO at Harry Winston, Inc.

Harry Winston Diamond Corporation has announced the appointment of Frederic de Narp as President and CEO of Harry Winston, Inc., its New York-based jewelry and watch subsidiary, effective January 4, 2010. Mr. de Narp previously served as President and CEO of Cartier North America. He succeeds Tom O’Neill who led Harry Winston, Inc. over the...

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Dec 24, 2009 by WatchTime

Navy SEALs Test Jaeger-LeCoultre in the Field

When the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum hosted its 24th annual Veterans Day Ceremony (known as the “Muster”) at Fort Pierce, Florida, members of the Jaeger-LeCoultre North American team were on hand to witness and participate in the activities, including a 5K race, a live auction, and a live capabilities demonstration preformed by US Navy SEALs....

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Dec 23, 2009 by WatchTime

Hublot Launches Bode Bang With Charity Tennis Event

Four-time World Champion skier Bode Miller recently launched the new Hublot limited edition Bode Bang watch with a celebrity tennis match at Sutton East Tennis Club in New York City. The participants gathered to support Bode’s relationship with the Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program. Following the Celebrity Challenge, Bode led a basic tennis clinic...

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Dec 22, 2009 by WatchTime

Glashütte Original Senator Chronometer

Glashütte Original’s Senator Chronometer generated strong buzz among collectors and enthusiasts at this year’s Baselworld, and as of December, 2009, the watch is available at retailers. This is GO’s first timepiece to confirm its timekeeping accuracy with an official chronometer certificate from the observatory in Glashütte, issued under German standard DIN 8319. The DIN standard...

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Dec 21, 2009 by WatchTime

2009 Filled with Awards for A. Lange & Söhne

2009 proved to be a very successful year for A. Lange & Söhne. With a total of 21 international awards, it is in fact the most successful year in the history of the brand, which was re-established in 1990. Since the presentation of the first collection, the timepieces made in Saxony have won more than...

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Dec 20, 2009 by WatchTime

TIME TEST: The Year in Watches

For those who may have missed it, this was our featured article last week, and it was so popular, we’ve carried it over. Say goodbye to 2009 with this WIS quiz on some of the year’s top stories. To see how you did, or to ensure a perfect score, scroll down to the bottom of...

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Dec 20, 2009 by Norma Buchanan

1969: Seiko’s Breakout Year

When it comes to anniversaries, the once generally ignored 40 is the new 50. This year has been marked by a parade of 40th anniversary bashes: Woodstock, the moon landing, and in watches, the legendary Zenith El Primero movement. Now, with two weeks left in the year, there is still one monster anniversary to go...

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Dec 20, 2009 by Joe Thompson