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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

Sponsored: The Return of the Legendary Hanhart 417 ES

The reissue of the Hanhart 417 ES marks the return of a legend among wristwatches. More than 60 years ago, the original model served as the first pilot’s chronograph for the German armed forces. Today Hanhart combines the watch’s iconic historical design with the most modern production techniques to produce a robust chronograph suitable for...

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Oct 20, 2021 by WatchTime

Military Time: 10 Watches With NATO Straps

WatchTime contributor Alexander Linz showcases 10 watches with NATO straps, from brands like Tudor, Blancpain, Omega, Hamilton, and others.

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May 26, 2017 by Alexander Linz

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Vintage Style: 10 Modern Re-Editions of Vintage Watches

With many brands in the watch world releasing modern takes on old classics, our Watch Insider lists his personal choices for 10 of the best of these re-editions that have debuted within recent years. He includes watches from brands like Alpina, TAG Heuer, Jaeger-LeCoultre and others.

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Mar 9, 2017 by Alexander Linz

Destination Moon: Introducing Two new Hakuto-R Eco-Drive Chronographs from Citizen (with Live Photos)

Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. and space start-up Ispace Inc. have recently joined forces. As corporate partner of Ispace’s planned commercial lunar exploration program, the 100-year-old Japanese watchmaker and pioneer in the use of titanium has now released two limited-edition chronographs dedicated to the upcoming missions that should also bring parts made of the brand’s Super...

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Oct 13, 2021 by WatchTime

Watch Insider’s Top 10 Best-Value Chronographs

Watch Insider puts the spotlight on chronograph watches offering the best value for money, including: Baume & Mercier's Clifton Chronograph; Certina's DS Action Diver; Omega's Speedmaster Mark II, and others.

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Sep 13, 2016 by Alexander Linz

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The Rolex Air-King Gets a Makeover at Baselworld 2016 (With Live Photos)

The new Rolex Air-King combines a more audacious design with the most advanced technology available at Rolex.

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Mar 27, 2016 by Alexander Linz

BASELWORLD 2016:

Watch Insider Previews the New Chopard L.U.C. Perpetual Chrono

To celebrate the first 20 years of the L.U.C manufacture in Fleurier, Chopard will launch the L.U.C Perpetual Chrono in a limited edition of only 20 pieces at the Baselworld 2016 watch fair.

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Mar 11, 2016 by Alexander Linz

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Watch Insider’s Top 10 Watches (+1 Very Special One) Introduced in 2015

Watch Insider Alexander Linz names his top 10 watches released in 2015, including new luxury watches from Rolex, Omega, Breitling, and Patek Philippe.

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Jan 9, 2016 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider Previews Three New IWC Aquatimers Ahead of SIHH 2016

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Dec 25, 2015 by Mark Bernardo

Watch Insider’s Christmas List: 24 Gift Ideas for Watch Lovers

It’s the holiday season, and many of you are probably seeking out a watch as a gift for a loved one, or even as a year-end reward for yourself. In response to the many readers of my blog, Watch-Insider.com, asking me for recommendations, here are my personal selections of this year’s most gift-worthy watches.

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Dec 14, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider Reviews the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Altimeter

Learn more, in WatchTime's Watch Insider review, about the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Altimeter wristwatch, which comes equipped with a mechanical barometric altimeter-and-barometer movement.

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Dec 4, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch-Insider Asks: Which of These 5 Watches Would You Take to a Desert Island?

Stranded on a desert island? We offer 5 luxury watches to choose from as your "desert island" watch, with models from Panerai, Rolex, Blancpain, Cartier and Omega.

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Nov 30, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider Reviews the Longines Heritage Diver

We take a look at the Longines Heritage Diver watches, which are modern versions of Longines watches for divers produced in the 1970s.

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Nov 24, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Splash of Color: Watch Insider’s 10 Colorful Dive Watches

Assuming that all divers’ watches from luxury brands are similarly suited to perform their functions properly underwater, how best to determine which one is right for you? Obviously, the look of the watch has a lot to do with the decision, and nowadays you have an array of colorful options to choose from. Some years...

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Oct 26, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider Explains the Rado Hyperchrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer

Read this user-friendly guide to how the Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer works.

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Oct 8, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider: My Top 15 World-Time Watches

We showcase 15 World-Time Watches - from brands like Breguet, Breitling, Patek Philippe and Girard-Perregaux - to help you surf through the world's time zones instantly.

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Sep 7, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Close-Up: Cartier Calibre de Cartier Diver

WatchTime contributor gives you the scoop on Cartier's foray into the world of "real" sports watches, the Cartier Calibre de Cartier Diver.

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Aug 17, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider: A Week With the Apple Watch

By now, you’ve probably read a lot about the Apple Watch, and might even be thinking of purchasing one to add to your collection. If you’re looking for a little more info on what it’s like to wear an Apple Watch, the Watch Insider family has you covered! In this article from Watch-Insider.com, published shortly...

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Aug 17, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider’s Top 10 Chronograph Watches: Are These The Best Chronographs?

For lovers of chronographs, read our WatchTime contributor's list of his personal choices - from brands like Breitling, Chopard, Jaeger LeCoultre, Patek Philippe and others - for the top chrono watches.

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Jun 6, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider’s Top 10 Watches Under €10K With In-House Movements

Top 10 list reveals which watch brands offer affordable models with in-house movements. Included are brands such as Jaeger-LeCoultre, Rolex, Zenith and others.

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May 26, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider: 17 Ultra-Technical Timepieces

On my blog, Watch-Insider.com, I assembled this list of 17 “techie” watches, all released within the past few years, that have most fascinated me in the area of technical innovation and watchmaking prowess. This list of ultra-technical watches will be updated whenever we stumble upon a new extraordinary watch. Here are 17, with photos and...

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May 6, 2015 by Alexander Linz

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