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Blancpain: Fifty Fathoms “70th Anniversary Act 3” in Bronze Gold

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Tudor: The New Pelagos FXD

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A. Lange & Söhne: Lange 1 Perpetual Calendar

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Pacific Ocean Edition from Blancpain and Swatch

Blancpain X Swatch: Everything About the Collab

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Breguet: The New Type XX Chronographe

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Montblanc: Secret Minerva Monopusher Chronograph Limited Edition

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IWC Schaffhausen: Ingenieur Automatic 40

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Bulgari: Octo Roma

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Blancpain: Fifty Fathoms “Tech Gombessa”

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TAG Heuer: Carrera Chronograph 60th Anniversary Edition

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Seiko: SPB333 Limited Edition

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Oris: Coulson Limited Edition

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Omega: 60th Anniversary Bond Seamaster

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Breitling: Superocean

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Tudor: Ranger

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Out Now: WatchTime’s April Issue

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Carl F. Bucherer: Capsule Collection in Black

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Auto Exotica from Bovet

The watch world calendar year kicks off with the SIHH and Baselworld spectacles, where the great majority of new releases or “novelties” are introduced to the press and the public. The early summer watch and jewelry shows in Las Vegas – JCK and Couture – typically pale in comparison, at least when it comes to...

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Jun 20, 2010 by Mark Bernardo

Sponsored: Swiss Utility, Urban Adventure— The Victorinox Journey 1884 Automatic

Since its inception in 1884, Swiss watchmaker Victorinox has epitomized utilitarian excellence, most notably with the creation of its iconic Swiss Army Knife. Steeped in history and renowned for its commitment to no-nonsense functionality, since entering into horology in 1989 Victorinox has seamlessly transitioned its expertise in tool manufacturing to the world of watches, today...

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Dec 8, 2023 by WatchTime

Patrizzi & Co. New York Auction Generates $2,901,850

Sales in the Patrizzi & Co June 15 auction reached nearly $3 million with 145 of the 233 lots sold. The top lot was a minute repeater by F.P. Journe, featuring Grande et Petite Sonnerie striking chimes, which sold for $400,000. An eight-day Cartier Mystery clock with platinum, rock crystal and diamonds made in the...

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Jun 18, 2010 by WatchTime

Vacheron Constantin Sponsors NYC Power 100 Event

This past weekend, Vacheron Constantin sponsored The New York Observer’s Power 100 party, which recognizes the 100 most influential players in New York City’s real estate industry. The event was held at the 21 Club in midtown Manhattan. Among the hundreds of attendees were Mayor Michael Bloomberg (who dropped from No. 4 in 2009 to...

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Jun 17, 2010 by WatchTime

Sponsored: A Durable Style – Meet the Victorinox I.N.O.X. Chrono

Since its founding in 1884, Victorinox has been a steady champion of utility-driven style. From its now-iconic Swiss Army Knife, the brand has garnered a wide renown for reliable functionality in its products, with its modern collection of timepieces carrying that legacy forward. In the brand’s latest, the new I.N.O.X. Chrono, we see a continuation...

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Dec 1, 2023 by WatchTime

Louis Vuitton Tambour Spin Time GMT

What is Spin Time? Does it determine whose top wins? Is it from particle physics? Perhaps in some neighborhoods, but not here. Spin Time is an innovate new collection from Louis Vuitton featuring watches with no hour hands. Instead, each of the 12 hour positions is occupied by a rotating cube. At any given hour,...

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Jun 16, 2010 by WatchTime

Ball Watch Explorer Guillaume Néry’s Video Goes Viral

The new video from Ball Watch Explorer Guillaume Néry is called Free Fall – an unlikely title for a film shot underwater. Néry is a world-record holding freediver and the video follows him as he “base jumps” into Dean’s Blue Hole in the Bahamas, one of the the world’s deepest underwater sinkholes. The video was...

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Jun 15, 2010 by WatchTime

Patek Philippe ref. 5104 Brings $576,000 at Antiquorum Sale

On Thursday June 10 bidders watched as Antiquorum’s New York Spring Sale generated $4,511,268. The auction room was filled and 420 bidders registered online. Eighty-three percent of the 364 lots offered were sold, and 114% were sold by value based on the low estimates. Bids came in from Italy, the Netherlands, China, Israel, the Russian...

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Jun 14, 2010 by WatchTime

Watch Sales Down Again for Japan’s Big Three

Results for the fiscal year ended March 31 show that watch sales at Japan’s Big Three watch firms slumped for the second consecutive year as the Great Recession continued to suppress demand for mid-priced watches. Nevertheless, the watch divisions at Citizen, Seiko and Casio remained profitable. For the companies as a whole, only the Citizen...

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Jun 13, 2010 by Joe Thompson

Concord C1 Vintage Chronograph

Angular, functional, faded jeans for the wrist. The C1 Vintage stainless steel case receives a blue PVD coating, giving it a deep gunmetal color. Then it’s placed in a vibrating drum along with deburring chips, water and a detergent compound and subjected to over two hours of friction and rotation. The result is a shotblasted...

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Jun 11, 2010 by WatchTime

Ulysse Nardin Caprice Tiger in White Gold

The limited edition Caprice Tiger glistens with an array of gemstones. The tiger form sparkles with diamonds and looks out through emerald eyes, while rubies mark the hour. The simple automatic winding movement features a diamond-set rotor in 22-karat gold, visible through a clear sapphire-crystal case back. The 18-karat white gold case is topped by...

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Jun 10, 2010 by WatchTime

Frédérique Constant Healey Chrono-Automatic & Stoptimer Set

To celebrate its continuing relationship with Austin Healey Owner Clubs around the world, Frédérique Constant introduces two new limited edition boxed sets. Each set includes a Healey Chrono-Automatic wristwatch, combined with a unique mechanical, handmade Stoptimer. The Healey Chrono-Automatic wristwatch is available in two finishes: elegant rose gold plate with chocolate dial and leather strap,...

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Jun 10, 2010 by WatchTime

NAWCC Presents James Bond Enthusiast Weekend September 10 & 11

Mark your calendars for the weekend of September 10-11 when a special James Bond Enthusiasts Weekend will be held at the National Watch and Clock Museum in Columbia, PA. Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite James Bond character, and prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.

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Jun 9, 2010 by WatchTime

Ulysse Nardin Extends Warranties With Anchor Club

Ulysse Nardin customers in the U.S. can register their newly-purchased timepieces online and receive an automatic warranty upgrade. The new international warranty is valid for 3 years from the date of purchase (extended from the original 2 years), and customers who register their watches receive a free welcome gift and become members of the company’s...

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Jun 8, 2010 by WatchTime

Celebrity Watches by Vincent Daveau: Tracking Trendsetters Through Time

Newly released Celebrity Watches traces well-known and obscure connections between leading watch brands and their famous owners. From Napoleon to Steve McQueen and Einstein to Shaq, the author, a Paris-based watch journalist, chronicles the intersections between brand history and celebrity.

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Jun 7, 2010 by WatchTime

Patrizzi & Co. June 15 NYC Auction Highlights World Time Pieces

World Time watches and clocks are collector favorites. Along with dual-time watches, these timepieces are particularly relevant in this era of global interaction. For its June 15 sale in New York, Patrizzi & Co Auctioneers will present a selection of “World Time” men’s and women’s wristwatches, pocket watches and clocks, along with other collector-level timepieces.

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Jun 4, 2010 by WatchTime

Usain Bolt is Hublot’s Newest Ambassador

Hublot has announced that Jamaican sprint star and 3 time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt has joined the ranks of the exceptional sportsmen and women who are members of the Hublot family. Bolt electrified the world with his performances at the 2008 Summer Olympics and he currently hold world records in the 100 and 200...

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Jun 3, 2010 by WatchTime

Antiquorum’s June 10 NYC Auction Has Something for Everyone

On Thursday June 10 at its New York City headquarters, Antiquorum will offer 364 modern and vintage timepieces for collectors of all stripes. Pre-sale viewings will be held in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Greenwich and New York. The highlight of the sale is a modern Patek Philippe Ref. 5104, produced in 2008, expected...

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Jun 2, 2010 by WatchTime

Montblanc is the Official Timekeeper of the 2010 Belmont Stakes

Montblanc has announced that it will serve as official timekeeper for the Belmont Stakes thoroughbred race on June 5, 2010 at Belmont Park in Elmont, NY. At 1.5 miles, the Belmont Stakes is the longest and most demanding of the Triple Crown races. During the winner’s circle presentation, Montblanc North America President and CEO Jan-Patrick...

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Jun 1, 2010 by WatchTime

Movado Group Announces Results and Retail Boutique Closings

Movado Group, Inc. has announced its first quarter results. The company enjoyed top-line growth of 25%, though the bottom line did not fair as well, with an adjusted net loss of $4.8 million. The company also announced that it will close its retail boutique division effective June 30, 2010 in an effort to redirect investment...

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May 31, 2010 by WatchTime

Visual Quiz: Off the Cuff

Here’s another test of your watchspotting skills. We’ve lined up 15 watches, covered more or less (mostly more) by a shirt cuff. Your task is to identify as many as you can. They start out easy, but they get tougher as you progress. As always, the answers appear at the bottom. Good luck!

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May 30, 2010 by WatchTime

The NPD Group Acquires LGI Network

The NPD Group, a leading market research company, announced that it has acquired LGI Network, which provides retail point-of-sale information on fine watches and branded jewelry. NPD tracks sales of fashion watches and other accessories through its consumer and retail tracking services.

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May 28, 2010 by WatchTime