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The new Bulova Marine Star models reframe a mish-mash of influences into bombastic new looks

Some watches play to a faithful template, while others prefer to try something more imaginative. These new Bulova Marine Star models are definitely in the second category, pulling influences from seemingly every direction and frankly it’s difficult to know what to make of them. All that said, if you’re looking for something with unashamed character … Continued The post The new Bulova Marine Star models reframe a mish-mash of influences into bombastic new looks appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The new Bulova Marine Star models reframe a mish-mash of influences into bombastic new looks appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.
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Watches, Stories, & Gear: Two Very Different EV’s of the Future, an Australian Surfer Discovers a Long-Lost Rolex and the Do’s & Don’ts of Shooting an F1 Race on Film

“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to be digging on this week. We love gear. Share your […] The post Watches, Stories, & Gear: Two Very Different EV’s of the Future, an Australian Surfer Discovers a Long-Lost Rolex and the Do’s & Don’ts of Shooting an F1 Race on Film appeared first on Worn & Wound.
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Highlights from Christie’s Art of F.P. Journe Auction: 3 Watches Sold for Over a Million Dollars!

F.P. Journe watches have attracted the attention of the collector community in recent years. Some amazing results have been achieved at auction, including the spectacular FFC Blue Only Watch 2021, which sold at Christie’s for a staggering CHF 4,500,000. Seven-figure sums at auction are nothing unusual for F.P. Journe, but the consistently high results are a sure sign that the brand has taken the lead among independents in the secondary watch market. The post Highlights from Christie’s Art of F.P. Journe Auction: 3 Watches Sold for Over a Million Dollars! appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon Platinum “Celestial Blue”

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How smartwatches could protect soldiers from chemical warfare

War played a crucial role in the evolution of the wristwatch.  Historians believe the idea of strapping watches to soldier’s wrists was probably conceived during the Boer War, although there are some accounts of Napoleon being frustrated by having to constantly fumble about for his pocket watch during battle. But the real game-changer that made … Continued The post How smartwatches could protect soldiers from chemical warfare appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post How smartwatches could protect soldiers from chemical warfare appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.
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New: Bremont WR-45 Limited Edition in partnership with Williams Racing

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Bremont has introduced the WR-45 LIMITED EDITION, a collaborative timepiece with British F1 team Williams Racing. Celebrating their partnership, Bremont and Williams Racing present a contemporary motorsport-inspired chronograph, limited to 244 pieces. The WR-45 pays homage to this season’s Williams Racing chassis, the FW-45, and combines high performance with durability, making it suitable for the [...] The post New: Bremont WR-45 Limited Edition in partnership with Williams Racing appeared first on DEPLOYANT.
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11 of the best pink dial watches you can actually buy from least to most expensive

While typically thought of as a traditional industry, the watch marketplace has never been more colourful. Brands are becoming bolder, exploring a wide spectrum of textures and hues. And, this is not for the sake of novelty. It is because buyers genuinely are looking for new ways to express colour and personality on their wrist. … Continued The post 11 of the best pink dial watches you can actually buy from least to most expensive appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post 11 of the best pink dial watches you can actually buy from least to most expensive appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Presents Second Capsule Collection

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Collecting and Patronage: Two Unique Watches from Independent Watchmaker Christian Klings – Reprise

GaryG had the good fortune to photograph two sensational unique timepieces from independent German watchmaker Christian Klings. The post Collecting and Patronage: Two Unique Watches from Independent Watchmaker Christian Klings – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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Morgan’s GADA Watch — The Rolex Explorer 124270

You have already heard about Lex’s, Nacho’s, Daan’s, Thomas’s, RJ’s, and Henry’s GADA watches, but now it’s my turn. You are probably not familiar with me because it’s my first article on the website. I am the photographer at Fratello, and I also have a GADA watch — the Rolex Explorer ref. 124270. It’s a […] Visit Morgan’s GADA Watch — The Rolex Explorer 124270 to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches over 2 years ago • 4 views

The Petrolhead Corner – A Recap Of The Masterful Centennial Edition Of The 24 Hours Of Le Mans And A Surprise New Rolex Daytona

If you have been watching the 24 Hours of Le Mans last weekend, you have been witnessing something spectacular. People sometimes say something was history in the making, and although everything that we do is literally just that, the saying does sum up the centennial edition of the famous endurance race (which ended up being […]
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Marnaut opens a new chapter with a Croatian boutique, Swiss movements and German manufacturing

A common feature of any independent brand, micro or otherwise, is the brave undertaking of “cutting out the middleman”. Even though this phrase has become overused, and in some cases, rightfully ridiculed, the success of many independent brands lies in online-only availability, which is often one of the main driving forces behind affordable prices. Yet … Continued The post Marnaut opens a new chapter with a Croatian boutique, Swiss movements and German manufacturing appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Marnaut opens a new chapter with a Croatian boutique, Swiss movements and German manufacturing appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.
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Hands-On With The Schofield Patinated Bronze Beater B3 — Big, Brawny Bronze Is Back

My love of quintessential British watchmaking is no secret. Indeed, thanks to my dad’s emigration from Norway more than 40 years ago, I feel half Brit. But that didn’t stop me from doing a sacrilegious thing. I had the first (very rare) watch released by Giles Ellis of the Schofield Watch Company, the Signalman GMT […] Visit Hands-On With The Schofield Patinated Bronze Beater B3 — Big, Brawny Bronze Is Back to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches over 2 years ago • 4 views

Why I Bought It: A. Lange & Söhne Odysseus (A Photofest!) – Reprise

If you’re at all a Lange enthusiast like GaryG, you’ll likely understand the most compelling reason for buying the Odysseus is that it's an A. Lange & Söhne watch you can wear every day. The post Why I Bought It: A. Lange & Söhne Odysseus (A Photofest!) – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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IWC celebrates 75 years of the Mark series with a silver-dialled Mark XX

There’s no doubt that IWC is one of the most important players in the pilot’s watch game. Without digging too deep, numerous legendary models have emerged, from the very first Mark 11 issued to the RAF in 1948 to the latest Big Pilot’s Perpetual Calendar. It is that very first Mark-series watch that is being … Continued The post IWC celebrates 75 years of the Mark series with a silver-dialled Mark XX appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post IWC celebrates 75 years of the Mark series with a silver-dialled Mark XX appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.
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The Three Watch Collection for $5,000: Reader Edition – Brett Braley

Editor’s Note: In this edition of the 3 Watch Collection for $5,000, reader (and newest contributor) Brett Braley brings us a refreshing collection that skews the expected in creative ways. All three of these watches bring a unique personality to the table, and offer a surprisingly diverse range when considered together. If you’d like to […] The post The Three Watch Collection for $5,000: Reader Edition – Brett Braley appeared first on Worn & Wound.
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Introducing: The Longines Spirit Zulu Time – Now In 39mm

A big new release of a smaller version of Longines' hit flyer GMT.
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Bell & Ross Latest Watch Made with the Patrouille de France is a BR 03-92 with a Bright Blue Dial

The latest from Bell & Ross is a new entry in their ongoing partnership and collaboration with the Patrouille de France, an aerobatic display team that’s part of the French Air and Space Force. The team was founded in 1953, making this year their 70th in operation, which naturally calls for a special limited edition […] The post Bell & Ross Latest Watch Made with the Patrouille de France is a BR 03-92 with a Bright Blue Dial appeared first on Worn & Wound.
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The Collector's Series – Horomariobro’s Explains How His Unique Armin Strom Turned Into A 10-Piece Limited Edition

Horomariobro is a renowned watch enthusiast from the US West Coast, also known as ‘the King of Macro Photography’ to his over 30,000 followers on Instagram because he likes to zoom in on the details of a watch using his iPhone and a loupe. With Armin Strom, he created a unique piece, the Pure Resonance […]
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