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Patek Philippe Calatrava Weekly Calendar Ref. 5212A: Patek’s First Production Steel Dress Watch in Decades

Patek Philippe surprised Joshua Munchow with the 2019 launch of the Weekly Calendar, a new dress watch in stainless steel and the brand's first steel-encased production model since the 1970s. The 5212A Calatrava Weekly Calendar is a mix of modern technology, classic style, and a couple of unique touches that help it stand out from Patek Philippe’s typical offerings, making it one of his favorite watches from the Genevan giant in quite a while. The post Patek Philippe Calatrava Weekly Calendar Ref. 5212A: Patek’s First Production Steel Dress Watch in Decades appeared first on Quill & Pad.
Quill & Pad about 1 year ago • 6 views

10 of the best sector dial watches

Sector, scientific, railroad - this Art Deco dial style has multiple names, but is undoubtedly a watch enthusiast favourite. The post 10 of the best sector dial watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post 10 of the best sector dial watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches about 1 year ago • 7 views

Experience: Explaining The Art of Sabrage. The Finest Champagne Ritual.

Whether it’s a special afternoon ritual at one of the St. Regis hotels, Napoleon’s way to celebrate a victory on the battlefield, or simply the coolest way to open a bottle of champagne, that’s exactly what the art of sabrage is about. Sabrage refers to the act of opening a bottle of champagne by sliding a saber over its neck. Now, while many believe that the saber slices the neck of the bottle or pushes the cork out, what in reality happens is that the slight impact of the saber on the seam of the bottle creates a chain reaction that makes the bottle release its pressure by breaking its top cork included.
Watch Collecting Lifestyle about 1 year ago • 4 views

eBay Finds: A Pair of Great Vintage Omegas, A Collectible Swatch, and a (Possibly) Issued Military Watch

eBay Finds is back! This bi-monthly installment will feature a selection of watches currently listed on eBay that have caught the eye of editor Christoph McNeil (@vintagediver). If you come across any hidden gems on the ‘Bay drop us a note at info@wornandwound.com for potential inclusion! Vintage Omega Seamaster  Going to start off this week with a […] The post eBay Finds: A Pair of Great Vintage Omegas, A Collectible Swatch, and a (Possibly) Issued Military Watch appeared first on Worn & Wound.
Worn & Wound about 1 year ago • 4 views

In-Depth – The History of the Zenith El Primero, The Glorious High-Frequency Automatic Chronograph That Almost Died

In our series on historically significant calibres, the best way to honour the El Primero calibre is by highlighting its qualities, functional characteristics, and pivotal role in shaping the watchmaking industry. While the tale of its salvation in 1976, along with that of Zenith as a company, by a courageous man defying the ill will […]
Monochrome Watches about 1 year ago • 4 views

Hands-On: Vacheron Constantin's Green Dial, Pink Gold Overseas

One of the most versatile integrated bracelet sports watches goes green.
HODINKEE about 1 year ago • 3 views

All Roads Lead to Art for Custom Porsche Builder, Visual Artist, and Watch Modifier Rich Gonçalves of ROCS

The post All Roads Lead to Art for Custom Porsche Builder, Visual Artist, and Watch Modifier Rich Gonçalves of ROCS appeared first on Worn & Wound.
Worn & Wound about 1 year ago • 3 views

Let’s Get Small: Why the Small Seconds Deserves More Attention

How six timepieces from different makers use the small seconds function to create BIG design impact.
Watchonista about 1 year ago • 3 views

Mid-Sized Dive Watches For Small To Medium Sized Wrists

Dive watches have always been popular, and it is no wonder nearly every brand must have one in their repertoire. People love owning overengineered things. This could be a car capable of reaching speeds well over 100mph, even though the highest maximum speed limit in the U.S. is 85 (in Texas), or a watch with […] The post Mid-Sized Dive Watches For Small To Medium Sized Wrists appeared first on Worn & Wound.
Worn & Wound about 1 year ago • 3 views

Grand Seiko Launches Two New Shimmering U.S.-Exclusive Limited Editions

Teddy Baldassarre - Watches about 1 year ago • 3 views

100 Years, 100 Watches: Zach visits private Citizen exhibition in NYC

I knew the Citizen exhibition in NYC was celebrating its 100th anniversary, but i didn't know 100 watches would be on display. The post 100 Years, 100 Watches: Zach visits private Citizen exhibition in NYC appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post 100 Years, 100 Watches: Zach visits private Citizen exhibition in NYC appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches about 1 year ago • 3 views

In Partnership - Gatherings: 100 Years Of Citizen: Honoring The Past, Embracing The Future

Citizen marked its 100th anniversary with a stunning exhibition in New York City, showcasing a timeline of its design evolution, including the latest LAYERS of TIME collection and the commemorative 100th-anniversary pocket watch.
HODINKEE about 1 year ago • 5 views

First Impressions: Unimatic Toolwatch UT1 GMT

Teddy Baldassarre - Watches about 1 year ago • 7 views

Delma Releases a Limited Edition Chronograph to Continue their 100th Anniversary Celebration

Earlier this year we told you about Swiss brand Delma’s 100th anniversary celebration, which kicked off with the release of a limited edition tourbillon. Of course, plenty of brands release tourbillons and they are a natural for a celebratory watch, but very few come in at under $10,000, which the Delma did during its pre-order […] The post Delma Releases a Limited Edition Chronograph to Continue their 100th Anniversary Celebration appeared first on Worn & Wound.
Worn & Wound about 1 year ago • 5 views

Certina DS Action Diver Chronograph

The post Certina DS Action Diver Chronograph appeared first on TimeZone.
TimeZone about 1 year ago • 3 views

Fratello’s Top 5 Omega Olympic Games Special Editions

Another Friday, another list! This week, we decided to skip our best-of-2024 lists and focus on watches commemorating the Olympic Games. With the Paris Olympics in full swing, it’s a good moment to look at some of Omega’s best Olympic releases. But while Omega has been the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932, […] Visit Fratello’s Top 5 Omega Olympic Games Special Editions to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches about 1 year ago • 3 views

TGIFridays: Ten glorious days with the Phase One XT

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors We spent ten glorious days photographing with the Phase One XT camera system with Rodenstock HR Digaron lenses and the IQ4 back. Is this the ultimate camera for landscape and architecture? Let’s find out! TGIFridays: Review of the Phase One XT Camera System If you don’t already know, Phase One is the top of the [...] The post TGIFridays: Ten glorious days with the Phase One XT appeared first on DEPLOYANT.
DEPLOYANT about 1 year ago • 3 views

Seiko Prospex Sea European LE – inspired by Zakynthos, Greece

The post Seiko Prospex Sea European LE – inspired by Zakynthos, Greece appeared first on TimeZone.
TimeZone about 1 year ago • 2 views

Green Rambles: The Price Is Right?

One of the most challenging things to discuss is the price of a watch. While the prices by themselves can easily be compared, the watches often cannot. When I entered the wonderful world of watches in the late 1990s, there was a reoccurring ...
WatchTime – USA's No.1 Watch Magazine about 1 year ago • 3 views

The Basics and Beyond: Minute Repeater

The post The Basics and Beyond: Minute Repeater appeared first on Revolution Watch.
Revolution about 1 year ago • 2 views