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DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Günter Blümlein 1943-2001 October 1, 2023 (today) marks the 22nd anniversary of the death of one of modern horology’s greatest personalities: Günter Blümlein. A great leader, motivator and visionary. I have had the personal pleasure of meeting and knowing this great man, and offer this memory.  Over the years, we have written and published several In [...] The post 22 years on: I still remember the late great Günter Blümlein appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Welcome to another edition of Sunday Morning Showdown. With a very special Speedy Tuesday in Tokyo behind us, the team that went to Japan is returning to the offices. Two of the Fratello members who held down the fort while the others were traveling were Thomas and Jorg. This gave them the perfect chance to […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Straum Jan Mayen Vs. Formex Essence ThirtyNine to read the full article.

Stepan Sarpaneva's Nocturne is a stunning example of Finnish creativity and collaboration between two very different types of art. And once the sun goes down and the dial starts to glow, this watch's visuals create a different world altogether. The post Sarpaneva Nocturne: Night and Day are Different Worlds – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The new Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50J takes inspiration from an Australian whisky distillery's bespoke cocktail The post The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

It’s a new day, and we have another entrant in the ever-popular integrated-bracelet game. The Certina DS-7 Powermatic 80 debuts today, and it provides another affordable option for those seeking to reach back into the ’70s. It’s also a Swatch Group product, and that equates to an unavoidable comparison to the standard-bearer in everyday watches […] Visit Introducing: The All-New Certina DS-7 Powermatic 80 to read the full article.

Well, despite ever-present COVID, the war in Ukraine, and a property crash in China, the world’s economy has held together enough to make 2023 a fantastic year for fine watchmaking. Here are Ian Skellern's predictions for the watches to win prizes at the 2023 GPHG. The post Ian’s Predicted Winners of the 2023 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Last week's big releases were particularly colourful, from laser tag-inspired Zodiacs to beautifully enameled Louis Vuitton watches. The post New releases from Nomos, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post New releases from Nomos, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and more 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 Porsche GTR 3 for Rennsport, the Greatest Concert Film Ever Made, and a New Night Stage from Autodromo appeared first on Worn & Wound.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors The Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3 is a limited edition dive watch created by Blancpain to commemorate the 70th anniversary of their iconic Fifty Fathoms model. This timepiece is inspired by the original “Mil-Spec” Fifty Fathoms and features a vintage-effect design. Press release with commentary in italics. New: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3 Limited to [...] The post New: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3 appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

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Perrelet, the distinct Swiss watch manufacturer with symbolic roots dating back to some of the earliest days of watchmaking, is set to make a spectacular debut at WatchTime New York 2023. This highly anticipated three-day watch collectors’ ...

A three-way collaboration between TAG Heuer, Japanese motorsport team and fashion label Team Ikuzawa, and legendary watch customiser George Bamford. Based on the 42mm Carrera Chronograph, it’s a love letter to racing heritage, style, and innovation. A Japan-only limited edition of 100 pieces, it’s a bit of a tease for the rest of the world. … Continued The post The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford is one for the motoring enthusiasts appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford is one for the motoring enthusiasts appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

A friend called Michael Friedberg recently, thrilled that he had just bought a rare 50th anniversary watch at a local boutique. Michael shared his joy and asked him how he acquired it – which led him down a rabbit hole of boutique madness. Here he shares his frustrating experiences trying to buy a luxury watch today. The post Buying Watches in an Age of Hubris: One Collector’s Search for the Truth – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The Oris Artelier collection holds a special place in my heart. The very first luxury watch I bought was an Oris Art Blakey limited edition from that same collection. I still wear it quite regularly and enjoy its bass-drum-inspired dial a lot. I think it came out simultaneously with the James Morrison Academy of Music […] Visit Hands-On With The New Oris Artelier S — With A Capital “S” For Both Style And Simplicity to read the full article.

Any car lover will instantly have a picture of a car in mind when hearing the words “Skyline” or “GT-R”. These three designations are linked to one of the most famous cars to ever come out of the Land of the Rising Sun: the Nissan Skyline. Made popular the world over thanks to video games […]

In the early 1950s, Blancpain’s CEO Jean-Jacques Fiechter was diving off the coast of Cannes when he lost track of time. It almost proved a fatal mistake as Fiechter ran out of air and almost died. That near-death experience motivated him to try and create a reliable instrument that could enable divers to monitor their … Continued The post Why Blancpain’s epic marketing flex didn’t involve a single watch appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Why Blancpain’s epic marketing flex didn’t involve a single watch appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

I have tried several Rolex Submariner watches over the years, from vintage to modern (ceramic). Again and again, though, I’ve concluded that the Submariner is not my thing. I prefer the Sea-Dweller. Whether a 1970s reference 1665 or one of the models up to 2017, the Sea-Dweller is the model for me. However, my encounter […] Visit Could This Solid Gold Stone-Dialed Rolex Submariner 16618 Be My New Grail? to read the full article.

Can you imagine buying a watch bracelet and then searching for the right watch to pair with it? Seems a bit far fetched, but that’s exactly what a good friend of GaryG's did a few years ago. And it led to him purchasing two beautiful 1815 Chronograph models from A. Lange & Söhne. The post Behind the Lens: Two 1815 Chronographs from A. Lange & Söhne – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

From the beginnings of the wristwatch in the trenches of World War I to mass production in World War II, we tell you all about the field watch. The post What is a field watch? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post What is a field watch? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Praesidus has quickly made a name for itself as a producer of great modern remakes of classic military watches. Not too long ago, I had the pleasure of trying out the wonderfully weird A-5 UDT. This time, I had a chance to check out the brand-new Rec Spec MACV-SOG. Behind this new model is a […] Visit Hands-On With The New And Surprisingly Detailed Praesidus Rec Spec MACV-SOG to read the full article.