The Romance of Rose Gold Watches
Written by admin on January 27, 2012 – 11:49 am -For decades, American watch buyers were enthralled by yellow gold, but in recent years that passion has largely shifted to pink and rose gold. Indeed, the rose-gold category has emerged as the leading precious metal available in today’s market. Its warm hues are derived by adding various amounts of copper to gold. The more added, the richer the tone. Depending on the ratio, the resulting color appears softer or richer, with each shade gradient assigned one of three specific codes: 3N, 4N, and 5N—from pale pink to deep, dusky rose. Rose gold experienced a wave of popularity during the 1940s, when pure gold was more difficult to come by. Postwar, watchmakers and jewelry designers reverted back to traditional yellow and white gold as the mainstays.... more
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TAG HEUER Baselworld 2011
Written by admin on January 20, 2012 – 10:30 am -TAG HEUER Baselworld 2011 Founded in 1860, TAG Heuer has pioneered, mastered and dominated high-frequency timing and chronographs since 1916, the year Charles-August Heuer introduced the 1/100th Mikrograph stopwatch. With the Calibre 360 in 2005, TAG Heuer introduced the first-ever wrist mechanical chronograph measuring and displaying 1/100th of a second. In January 2011, TAG Heuer went one step further with the Heuer CARRERA MIKROGRAPH 1/100th Second Chronograph, the first-ever wrist mechanical chronograph with a foudroyante central hand displaying 1/100th of a second. Of all major houses in the Swiss watchmaking industry, TAG Heuer is more than ever the unrivalled master of accurate time measurement to the tiniest fraction, thanks to 95 years... more
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Investing in Luxury Swiss Watches
Written by admin on November 25, 2011 – 11:31 pm -By: James Longman Special to CNBC.com Rarity, complexity and condition make all the difference when looking for a luxury watch. But while there are major gains to be made, it takes a good eye to know the difference between a clever investment, and a waste of time. In such a vast and specialist industry where prices range from $1,500 into the millions, it’s difficult to know where to start. But the prospective investor can head to auction to find some of the most lucrative deals on luxury time pieces. Geoffroy Ader of Sotheby’s says demand is highest for the best known names. "Most demands are based on the brands …the two ‘star’ brands are Rolex and Patek Philippe," Ader told CNBC. Alfredo Paramico, fund manager at Precious Times which... more
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Say Happy Holidays with His and Hers Swiss Watches
Written by admin on October 29, 2011 – 7:36 pm -Nothing says “I love you” at Christmas time, or any other time for that matter, like a luxury Swiss watch. Every man should own at least one very nice watch and in some cases men will actually own three or four. There are various designer names that are considered to be distinguishing in the watch industry and while some are more low-cost than others the meaning behind a nice watch says a lot. You can’t go wrong with the classics. Below are some of the classic men’s Swiss watches in varying price ranges. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Unveiled in 1953, the Submariner was the first watch water-resistant to 330 feet. Its combination of unparalleled elegance and spy-friendly versatility appealed to Sean Connery’s James Bond. MSRP $5,175 Details Description Features Reviews Rolex... more
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Breitling Bentley GT “Ice”
Written by admin on October 5, 2011 – 7:43 pm -By: Andrew Christian Breitling will present special all-white 'Ice' versions of the Bentley GT and Bentley GT Racing chronographs at Baselworld 2011. These timepieces can fit any wrist size as they are more compact than the other Breitling for Bentley models. They also offer a more distinctive and instantly recognizable appearance. The Ice White dial (an exclusive Bentley livery color) is complemented with a rubber strap in the same shade. These dials, highlighted by rimmed counters, are reminiscent of the dashboards of Bentley Grand Tourers. The bezel, with its knurled motif, is inspired by the marque’s control buttons, says WatchTime. The "chassis" of the Bentley GT Ice chronograph has a steel case with an all-polished finish. The Bentley... more
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Breitling Bentley Masterpiece Baselworld Preview
Written by admin on August 15, 2011 – 7:54 pm -Lisa Roman, Marketing Director at Breitling: "We are happy to bring you a sneak preview of the new Bentley Masterpiece being unveiled at Baselworld 2010. Please see the attached release which details the unique features of this one-of-a kind pocket-watch. In the past, our unique pocket watches have been sold at auction or to private clients in the range of $250, 000 to $300,000." The Breitling for Bentley collection welcomes a new one-of-a-kind model, dedicated to the founder of the prestigious British car manufacturer. This Grande Complication pocket-watch will be unveiled at Baselworld 2010. Each year, Breitling reaches a new peak in its art by creating a paragon of fine watchmaking named Bentley Masterpiece: a mechanical magnum opus combining... more
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Omega Speedmaster Professional Review
Written by admin on July 3, 2011 – 12:00 pm -This is the Omega Speedmaster 3570.50 review. The watch was worn on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission and is known as the "Moonwatch". It is a manual wind chronograph watch. Details Description Features Reviews Omega Men's 3570.50.00 Speedmaster Professional Mechanical Chronograph Watch List Price: $3,850.00 Sale Price: $2,800.00 You save: $1,050.00 (27%) Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days 1 used from $2,800.00 Description Add a true classic to your timepiece collection with the latest generation of the amazingly precise and rugged Omega Speedmaster. This stainless steel manual winding men's watch is a replica of the first watch worn on the... more
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Brietling for Bentley Mulliner Tourbillon Watch Review
Written by admin on February 28, 2011 – 7:40 pm -Mulliner: for connoisseurs of beautiful cars, the name of this Bentley workshop stands for absolute luxury. Tourbillon: for devotees of complicated watches, this sophisticated mechanism represents a pinnacle of the watchmaking art. Stemming from the encounter between two traditions of excellence, the Bentley Mulliner Tourbillon is a rare and even extremely rare watch, since only a few dozen of these chronographs will be made in the coming years, at a rate of just two per month. While exclusivity comes at a price, it also brings its share of privileges. Each Mulliner Tourbillon chronograph is customised according to the wishes of its future owner, who is free to choose the case material (platinum, yellow gold, rose gold or white gold), the dial... more
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OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean Liquidmetal (Limited Edition)
Written by admin on February 28, 2011 – 7:21 am -OMEGA has announced the launch of the Seamaster Planet Ocean Liquidmetal® Limited Edition, the world's first watch to bond ceramics and Liquidmetal®. Swatch Group researchers collaborating with OMEGA's product development team have created a striking ceramic diving bezel whose numbers and scaling, made of the Liquidmetal® alloy, appear in stunning silvery contrast to the black ceramic background. The colour of the ceramic dial perfectly matches that of the bezel. The result is an aesthetic wonder only made possible by several new and innovative processes. Read More →
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Tissot T-Touch Expert Watch Review
Written by admin on February 20, 2011 – 8:30 am -The Tissot T-Touch Expert is a tactile model that makes one immediately feel its irresistible sporty appeal. The watch is perfectly equipped to accompany its owner for any outdoor adventures. The latest Tissot T-Touch is developed as a really smart timekeeper that provides a range of innovative and extremely useful functions. It is equipped with an altitude-difference measurement mechanism (meters and feet), two alarms, a perpetual calendar, a countdown and backlighting. The watch also features the 'End of Life' indicator. The construction of the Tissot T-Touch XL case crafted in titanium has incorporated a rotating bezel and anti-reflective scratch-resistant tactile sapphire crystal. It guarantees 100-meter water-resistance. The watch is secured... more
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