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    The Rolex Oyster Case: Everything You Need to Know

    Pegged as one of the most innovative and historical updates to the wristwatch, the Rolex Oyster case has enjoyed its day in the sun and for good reason. In this in-depth article courtesy of our colleagues at WatchTime India, we take you through the different parts of this piece of horological history and help you...

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    Mar 28, 2022 by WatchTime

    Sponsored: Boasting Cutting Edge Technology, G-SHOCK Introduces Its Latest MT-G

    G-SHOCK’s premium MT-G collection of timepieces has long been found at the crossroads of bold style and cutting edge technology, and with the new MTGB3000BD1A that trend only continues. Found as part of the larger MTGB3000 series, the watch is constructed of stainless steel, fine resin, and carbon, and features a renewed Dual Core Guard Structure...

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    May 18, 2022 by WatchTime

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    Stopwatches at the Top: 7 Chronographs with In-House Movements

    Looking for a chronograph with a completely in-house-manufactured movement? In this feature from WatchTime's June 2017 issue, we showcase some of the industry’s top picks, from seven power brands, from Breitling to Rolex to Zenith.

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    Mar 20, 2022 by Alexander Krupp

    What Makes Rolex so Successful? Here Are Nine Reasons

    Rolex is viewed by many as the Number One among major Swiss watch manufacturers. Why? Rüdiger Bucher, Editorial Director at WatchTime's German sister magazine, Chronos, lists nine reasons for the success of Rolex.

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    Feb 10, 2022 by Ruediger Bucher

    2021, The Watch Year in Review: 10 Captivating Chronographs

    By almost any standard, the luxury watch world enjoyed a successful year in 2021 despite the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and its worldwide economic consequences — with high-profile retailers reopening and expanding, new auction records set, some large-scale industry events (like our own WatchTime New York) returning, and of course, a host of...

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    Dec 26, 2021 by Mark Bernardo

    The Extra-Terrestrials: 5 Timepieces with Meteorite Dials

    Meteorites are extraterrestrial objects that have passed through the atmosphere and landed on Earth. They can be divided into two different types: stone meteorites and iron meteorites. Most meteorite dials are made from the latter, which make up only four percent of all meteorites. Iron meteorites were born in the core of four-billion-year-old asteroids that...

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    Nov 14, 2021 by Jens Koch

    Oak or Oyster? Comparing Steel Luxury Sports Watches from Audemars Piguet and Rolex

    Rolex Oyster steel models are hard to come by and are trading well above their original retail price. For just a bit more money you can purchase alternative models from Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak line. Is it worth it? ChronographsThe Rolex Daytona in steel has been a rarity for quite some time. But the confusing...

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    Nov 5, 2021 by Jens Koch

    Rolex Adds Meteorite to the Daytona for a Truly Cosmic Cosmograph

    Among Rolex’s new releases at Watches & Wonders 2021, the vintage-look Explorer and updated Explorer II claimed most of the spotlight, but the Swiss mega-brand launched several other noteworthy timepieces alongside them. These include an all-new version of its iconic, motorsport-styled sport chronograph, the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona, whose dial is literally out of this...

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    Apr 23, 2021 by Mark Bernardo

    List vs. Ask: Comparing Steel Rolex Prices at Retail to Prices on the Secondary Market

    It is no secret that many watches within Rolex’s steel range can be difficult to come by at retail prices. With wait lists stretching for weeks to months to even years, depending on the dealer and the model reference, many collectors are now turning to watch resellers and the grey market to cut their wait...

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    Dec 18, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

    FEATURE:

    Hello, Newman! 10 Panda-Dial Chronographs That Aren’t the Rolex Paul Newman Daytona

    Actual pandas are a rare and vulnerable species, only recently removed from the endangered list, but "panda dial" watches — loosely described as chronographs with black subdials on a predominantly white main dial — are more ubiquitous than ever, especially in the wake of the record-breaking auction sale of the world's most famous panda-dial watch, Paul Newman's Rolex Daytona. Here we round up 10 currently available panda-dial watches.

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    Jul 8, 2020 by Mark Bernardo

    FEATURE

    Tracking the Rolex Daytona: A 55-Year History

    In this feature-length article from WatchTime's January-February 2016 issue, we take a look at the 55-year history of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, the brand's iconic chronograph watch.

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    Mar 24, 2020 by WatchTime

    FEATURE

    Design King: Updating the Rolex Datejust

    The new Datejust that Rolex unveiled at Baselworld 2016 scarcely differs from the Rolex Datejust II. The similar design characteristics set Rolex watches apart from other brands. Learn more details in this feature article from WatchTime's Special Design Issue 2017.

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    Mar 13, 2020 by Jens Koch

    AUCTION PREVIEW:

    Seven Highlight Watches from the Current Christie’s Online Auction

    In my opinion, Christie’s ongoing series of online watch sales is one of the most consistently interesting parts of the watch auction world. Their watch specialists are able to curate a terrific balance of vintage and contemporary models at a diverse range of price points, meaning there’s practically something for everyone regardless of collector status. The...

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    Mar 6, 2019 by Logan R. Baker

    FEATURE

    Discovering 100 Years of Rolex Chronometers and Rolex Oyster Watches

    Read the full story of the “Class A” chronometer certificate awarded to a Rolex wristwatch over 100 years ago, and trace the evolution of the Rolex "Oyster” watches that resulted from it, with photos of all the major Rolex Oyster models from 1926 through 2014.

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    Mar 1, 2019 by Alexander Linz

    FEATURE

    11 Watch Brands That Make Their Own Metals

    We take a look at 11 watch brands, including Rolex, A. Lange & Söhne, Hublot and Omega, that have invented their own alloys by combining different metals.

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    Nov 27, 2018 by Mark Bernardo

    AUCTION PREVIEW:

    13 Highlights from the Fortuna “Important Watches” Fall Sale

    Back in June, we introduced you to Fortuna Auction House, a new presence in the watch auction sphere that distinguishes itself through a straightforward pricing strategy and a hands-on, no-risk approach to buying and selling vintage timepieces. After a successful summer sale, the seven-year-old, New York-based company has returned for its sophomore watch auction with...

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    Sep 24, 2018 by Logan R. Baker

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    13 Highlights from Christie’s Current “Falling for Time” Online Watch Sale

    Christie’s ongoing series of online watch sales is one of my favorite parts of the auction world. Their watch team is able to consistently curate a terrific balance of vintage and contemporary models at a diverse range of price points; basically, there’s something for everyone. The current “Falling for Time” sale is their largest one...

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    Sep 18, 2018 by Logan R. Baker

    From Fratello Watches

    10 Classic Chronograph Movements

    FratelloWatches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer's lists his personal Top 10 chronograph movements, including the Patek Philippe CHR 29-535 PS Q, the TAG Heuer Caliber 1969, Zenith El Primero, and others.

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    Aug 2, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

    QUIZ

    Can You Identify Famous Watches By Their Bracelets?

    Can you identify well-known watches just by their components? In some instances, a watch's bracelet is so distinctive in style that it is enough to reveal its identity. Below, we've illustrated the bracelets of five famous watches. Test your knowledge by naming the watch represented by each illustration before clicking through to the next slide that reveals the model.

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    Jul 28, 2018 by WatchTime

    QUIZ

    Can You Identify Famous Watches By Their Dials?

    Our latest series of visual quizzes asks: Can you identify well-known watches just by their components? We’ve removed the identifying logos from the dials of five famous watches. Can you identify the watches solely by their framed subdials, date windows, distinguishing patterns and unusual markings? Test your watch knowledge by naming the watch represented by...

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    Jul 21, 2018 by WatchTime

    QUIZ

    Can You Identify Iconic Watches By Their Hands?

    Our latest series of visual quizzes asks: Can you identify well-known watches just by their components? One of the most difficult challenges is to identify a watch solely by the design of its hands, and those who can do so can surely be numbered among the ranks of genuine watch connoisseurs. We’ve illustrated the hands...

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    Jul 14, 2018 by WatchTime
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