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Gold dress watches sometimes seem to be on the brink of extinction, and Martin Green was almost ready to write their obituary. However, they do still exist and here he presents us with four classic gold dress watches for the consideration of the discerning modern-day, yet classically inclined, gentleman. The post 4 Gold Dress Watches for the Classic Gentleman: Yes, Gold Dress Watches Still Exist. Gentlemen on the Other Hand are Much Rarer – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The last few days of May were fun for dive-watch fans. We saw more than a handful of watches come out right before the vacation season hits us. Among these fresh releases was the new and improved Maurice Lacroix Pontos S Diver 42mm. But instead of sending out a press release, the brand planned something […] Visit Checking Out The New Maurice Lacroix Pontos S Diver 42mm to read the full article.

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As the title shows, this week’s Sunday Morning Showdown is between the Seiko SPB317 and the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium. But this showdown doesn’t just involve two particular watches. On top of that, it’s also about the differences between the more established brands and the new kids on the block. It’s impressive heritage versus young bravura. […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Seiko SPB317 Vs. Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium to read the full article.

Watch collector Quentin R. Bufogle was determined to add a piece to his collection harking back to those dust-strewn days of early Las Vegas, a time when the occasional tumbleweed still ambled along what would one day become the famous Las Vegas Strip. And he found it in a 1946 Bulova Aviator B. Here's how and why. The post Why I Bought It: A Bulova Like Mobster Bugsy Siegel – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

New Accutron Spaceview Evolution is literally a twist on the Spaceview 2020 Movement orientation has shifted 30 degrees, offering a new dial aesthetic and crown placement at 2 o’clock  New decoration style for dial-side of the movement with “knurled” bridge detailing Accutron’s claim to fame is the fact that they were the first to offer … Continued The post The Accutron Spaceview Evolution is a more decorative twist on the Spaceview 2020 appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The Accutron Spaceview Evolution is a more decorative twist on the Spaceview 2020 appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

“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: A Succession Episode Power Ranking, Packing for a Long Weekend with Topo Designs CEO Mark Hansen, & Racing With Giants Documentary Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Le Mans appeared first on Worn & Wound.

From a visit to his atelier to his daughter who's following in his footsteps, we rewind some of our favorite stories about the master watchmaker.

If you’re looking to build a well-rounded watch collection, a mechanical chronograph has to be in the conversation. You could go all in with a blue-chip piece such as a vintage Speedmaster, Daytona, or Navitimer, but that might eat up a good chunk of your discretionary budget. Luckily, it’s a great time to add a … Continued The post The 5 best affordable mechanical chronographs under $3,000 appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The 5 best affordable mechanical chronographs under $3,000 appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

A curated selection of what the Hodinkee Shop has to offer.

For the past few weeks, I’ve been thinking that we should find a better way to talk about micro- and independent brands. Somehow, using either word — or the wrong one — doesn’t always do the brand justice. A microbrand can make small quantities of outstanding watches that don’t cost too much. And an independent […] Visit Hands-On: The Nodus Unity — An Everyday Watch With A Character Of Its Own to read the full article.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Horage, a brand known for its innovative designs and refined engineering in the field of watchmaking, has introduced a new timepiece called the Lensman 2 Exposure. This watch combines the fascination of photography with the art of watchmaking, offering a unique function that simplifies the process of calculating exposure settings. Review: Horage Lensman 2 Exposure [...] The post Review: the new Horage Lensman 2 Exposure appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Some watches are so perfect there isn't a thing you want to be changed about them. For Martin Green, this was the case with the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Split-Seconds Chronograph Ultra-Thin Collection Excellence Platine. Apart from its name, which he thinks is decidedly too long. But a look through the display back more than makes up for that. The post Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Split-Seconds Chronograph Ultra-Thin: Restrained Glamour And Understated Excellence – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Picture this. I was sipping a glass of champagne with a Dutch author on fashion, design, and history while on the second floor of Cartier’s new boutique in the poshest shopping street in Amsterdam, P.C. Hooftstraat, looking at the shop window of a French fashion house that shall remain unnamed. The mannequins in the window […] Visit Watch Elegance For Dummies — The Return Of The Age Of The Stylish Gentleman to read the full article.

It is said the first-ever motor race happened right after the second-ever car was built. And as difficult as it is to constitute that claim, it does paint a pretty good picture of how far back motor racing goes. Sources mention several different events as the first official race in history, but the original one […]

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The Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic collection has been expanded with three new light colours With their sporty versatility and summery colour schemes, they could be considered affordable alternatives for the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 The Classics Premiere collection has also been announced in limited numbers, with traditional looks in an elegant case Often when discussing … Continued The post The colourful Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic and Classics Premiere appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The colourful Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic and Classics Premiere appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

A Rolex Milgauss ref. 6541 was auctioned for CHF 2,238,000 this past March, I am sure you heard. Now that the dust has settled somewhat, we ask ourselves: was it worth it? What makes this such a special watch? And why did it outperform its estimate by so much? Let’s have a look at one […] Visit Why Did A Rolex Milgauss Ref. 6541 Fetch CHF 2.2 Million? to read the full article.

The Kodo Constant Force Tourbillon is a full manifestation of the precision excellence one finds at Grand Seiko. It is also a tacit indication that there should be no doubt in any aficionado’s mind whether Grand Seiko belongs in the top tier of haute horology. The post Grand Seiko Kodo Constant Force Tourbillon: Grand Seiko Unleashed – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.