Three Masterpieces from Grieb & Benzinger

Singapore:GRIEB & BENZINGER, Rolls-Royce Motorcars and Revolution Magazine presented the three heaviest platinum watches in the world valued at a combined 1,200,000 euros // US$ 1,500,000. Courtesy of Grieb & Benzinger In an exclusive preview in Singapore, select guests from Rolls-Royce...

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Published on February 7 2012 by Watch watches

JEWELLERY - Leading the fight for ethical gold and diamonds

HH Magazine de la haute horlogerie - 2 February 2012 Some events mark a turning-point, a before and an after. The introduction of the Kimberley Process is one; the creation of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) is certainly another. The former saw daylight in 2003 to alert the rough...

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Published on February 7 2012 by Watch watches

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Minute Repeater Review

It seems that this year is to be the year of the super complication! Thanks again to the folks at Jaeger-LeCoultre, we had the opportunity to photograph and enjoy this piece for a very short period of time – enough to produce some images and gather some impressions of this rare bird. As usual,...

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Published on February 6 2012 by Watch watches

GRIEB & BENZINGER Masterpieces

GRIEB & BENZINGER Masterpieces in video

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Published on February 6 2012 by NorMan

Grieb & Benzinger Masterpieces

Beautiful Masterpieces from Grieb & Benzinger at Baselworld 2012

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Published on February 6 2012 by NorMan

What 3 Things to Consider When Choosing a Diving Watch

Watches have become an essential part of the personality. There are mainly three types of watches available, for both men and women. They include luxury watches, sports watches and particularly diving watches. Each of the types has its remarkable importance in the relative areas. Wearing a...

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Published on February 6 2012 by Watch watches

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Repetition Minutes a Rideau Watch

Only a few watches can withstand decades of history and has retained, and those called masterpieces are even rare. On the 80th anniversary, Jaeger-LeCoultre specially gives Reverso series a new look and launches the Reverso Répétition Minute à Rideau watch. Reverso Répétition Minutes à Rideau...

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Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Now Hear This: The Girard-Perregaux 1966 Minute Repeater

A stand-out moment at SIHH 2012 occurred following the formal press presentation at Girard-Perregaux. Journalists were chatting and passing the new models around, scrutinizing aesthetics and testing functions. From across the room, over the cocktail party-level din, I heard clearly the chimes...

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Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Maurice Lacroix Pontos S Dive Watches

A few months ago while with Maurice Lacroix at their manufacture I spent time with them going over small details on the prototype versions of these new Pontos S dive watches. We looked at little things like the polishes on the rings around subsidiary chronograph dials, colors, strap choices...

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Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Servicing Your Watches Luxury Watches Blog Wrist Clocks

Even when purchasing luxury watches from Wrist Clocks, timepieces don't come cheap. They are still expensive investments, especially the better brands. The best brands costs thousands of dollars for a watch. You could purchase a brand new car for the price of some watches. And like a car, you...

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Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Bell & Ross BR03-90 Grande Date & Réserve de Marche – 42mm

The name says it all: the Bell & Ross BR03-90 Grande Date & Réserve de Marche offers a big date and power reserve in a 42mm polished and satin-finished case with 100 meter water resistance. Beneath the sapphire crystal, the galvanic matte black dial combined with photoluminescent index,...

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Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Bulgari Papillon Voyageur WatchTime.com

Papillon means "butterfly" in French, and in this instance it refers to the unique and patented system for displaying the minutes on the new Papillon Voyager dual time zone travel watch from Bulgari. Find wallpaper images, launch date and pricing inside. Bulgari's new travel watch offers an...

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Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Angular Momentum 9 Dragons Collection Watches

You can disagree with me but I think that watches containing hand-painted dials are pretty cool. Especially when the dials depict actually masculine things like dragons. Most of these watches seem to be of flowers, fairies, or family portraits. I can dig these. Not on a daily basis, but I can...

Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Piaget Launches The Thinnest Altiplano Skeleton Self-winding Watch

Piaget is committed to the purpose of creating the top watches to the customers. It launches the thinnest Altiplano skeleton self-winding watch and once again builds two world's records. The world's thinnest skeleton self-winding watch (5.34mm) is powered by the globe's thinnest skeleton...

Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Recommendation on Longines Wedding Watches

Wedding ring is necessary for couples, but modern days there are more and more people will choose couples' watches too. Longines is a well-known Swiss made watch brand and welcomed by modern females. Many people would like to choose Longines watches as their couples' watches. There are several...

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Published on February 5 2012 by Watch watches

Laurent Ferrier Galet Micro-Rotor explained and a new prototype

Last year we started with the Laurent Ferrier Tourbillon Double Spiral as our first Weekly Watch Photo and now we'd love to show you a limited edition Tourbillon Double Spiral and news about improvements on the movement of the Galet Micro Rotor. As a special order for a customer, Laurent...

Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

JAEGER-LECOULTRE - Grande Reverso Ultra Thin SQ

Behind every creation lies the human hand, without which there would be no passion. I alone can combine intuition with expertise, awareness and enchantment. It alone masters the exact technical or aesthetic detail that will transform the object into a unique masterpiece. Since 1833, this...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

HYSEK - A boutique in Shanghai

Press release Strategic step that attests its international expansion, has chosen China to reinforce its presence on the Asian continent, following the opening of a first boutique in Singapore in 2010, at the heart of the Marina Bay Sands integrated resort. Mid February, the brand will...

Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

BELL & ROSS - Artcurial Auction: the rise of Bell & Ross' watch quote

Press release The sale, named "Aeronautics, the Air and Space Conquest" took place within the prestigious Hotel Dassault. Among the hundreds of items to be auctioned such as aircraft cockpits, propellers and dashboards, enthusiasts could also find 3 watches: - 1 Pilot Aéronaval Sapphire,...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

ARNOLD & SON - Hornet World Timer Skeleton

Press release With six hands to give frequent travellers a wealth of practical information, the Hornet World Timer Skeleton is a masterpiece of ingenuity. By removing much of the dial and skeletonizing many of the parts, its designers have blended function and form to create a watch whose...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

AUDEMARS PIGUET - Redefining an Icon

WORLDTEMPUS - 2 February 2011 Miguel Seabra One of the major talking subjects at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie was the new Royal Oak collection. After all, it was inevitable that the 40th anniversary of the iconic model born in 1972 would be accordingly celebrated in 2012 –...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

EBERHARD - The Gilda collection in new versions

Press release Modern steel is enrobed in the fascination of fine details and the much sought after shapes that combine with the fresh and determined impact of the Chéri® bracelet and the energy of the coloured alligator straps, with their "E&CO" monogrammed buckles. The Floral version of Gilda...

Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

SIHH 2012 – The Showstoppers

WORLDTEMPUS - 3 February 2012 Kristian Haagen Great: The Pilot's Worldtimer. A watch that makes perfect sense in terms of form and function. I only have to ask what took so long to come up with this kind of watch? © Wordtempus / Kristian Haagen Cool: RM052 Skull. is the modern pirate of the...

Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

AUDEMARS PIGUET - Novak Djokovic wins a third consecutive grand slam

Press release In the early hours of Monday January 30th, Novak Djokovic won the Australian Open against Rafael Nadal in the longest Grand Slam singles final ever. After an epic match that lasted five sets (5-7/6-4/6-2/6-7/7-5) and nearly 6 hours, Nole could finally lift the trophy. He overcame...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

EXPORTS - 2011, record year and good prospects

Press release Watch exports reached a very high level in 2011, creating a new landmark in their remarkable growth over recent years. With exports of nearly 19.3 billion francs, Swiss watchmakers exceeded their previous annual result by 19.2%. Except for 2010, which followed a major downturn,...

Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

The ALUMINIUM Watch – F.P. Journe launches the Octa Sport

In June 2011 F.P. Journe launched the first watch that was made of aluminium. That is, the case and bracelet were made of aluminium; the movement was still made from 18k rose gold. Today F.P. Journe launches a new watch, the Octa Sport, that is made of aluminium... entirely made of aluminium!...

Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

Was So Close to Buying a Watch

I am a big fan of watches. In fact, I am wearing a Kenneth Cole Reaction watch on my left wrist right now. I have had and have been wearing this particular watch for almost ten years now. As much as I love this watch and as much as I continue to use it, more and more I am looking to trade up...

Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

Armida A2 Watch Review

This is the Armida A2, and I like it quite a lot. Let me explain why I think this is one watch that is worthy of your consideration. Armida is a Hong Kong-based brand, using Fullswing for manufacturing, as do other brands such as the Helsons reviewed here. This becomes very obvious once you...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

A Brief History Of Pocket Watches

Everything has its beginning. And if you believe that time starts from somewhere, also consider the beginning of time measurements. Early people have devised a system to tell the exact date. But a device that exactly tells the precise time comes much later. Water clocks, sundials, and candle...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

Top Designer Qualities of Omega Watches

For over 100 years, watchmaker Omega has been creating masterpieces in the area of luxury brand watches. Both men and women have found something to love with this type of luxury watch. Whether it is the excellent craftsmanship which every single Omega watch possesses or the unique...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

Who's afraid of Red? Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso 1931 Rouge – LIVE Photos

Unusual... that's probably the best word for a watch with a red dial. In this case however it's not only unusual, but also very cool! The new Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso 1931 Rouge looks cool and sophisticated. I have to admit that I'm kind of conservative when choosing a watch for my own...

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Published on February 4 2012 by Watch watches

Some news from Hublot

Next week, February 8, 2012, HUBLOT will present the New York amfAR Gala at Cipriani Wall Street to kick off Fashion Week and hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker. Courtesy of Hublot In addition, in honor of those who've led the global struggle against HIV/AIDS, HUBLOT will unveil a second, special...

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Published on February 3 2012 by Watch watches

Tempus Fugit: DB28 "Aiguille d'Or"

An icon revisited In November 2011 at the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix prize-giving ceremony, the DB28 model by De Bethune was awarded the Aiguille d'Or (Golden Hand), the supreme distinction of these prestigious awards. To celebrate this victory, De Bethune revisits this iconic model and...

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Published on February 3 2012 by Watch watches

Blancpain Exhibition burglary attempt

Blancpain Exhibition closed after burglary attempt!

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Published on February 3 2012 by NorMan

Romain Jerome Chrono Tourbillon Limited Edition Watch

The newest high-end wrist watch from Romain Jerome is another version of their Titanic DNA and tourbillon collection. The naming of the brand's watches has gotten shorter over the years which is a good thing, but the DNA hasn't changed. I appreciate that the name of the watch is just the...

Published on February 3 2012 by Watch watches

There Are Tourbillons, Then There Tourbillons

Last month at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH ) in Geneva, Jaeger-LeCoultre unveiled the Duomètre à Sphérotourbillon, a tourbillon wristwatch that is both visually and technically amazing. In Geneva, I met with Stéphane Belmont, Marketing Director at Jaeger-LeCoultre, and...

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Published on February 3 2012 by Watch watches

F.P. Journe Octa Sport Watch

F.P. Journe is really pushing aluminum as its sport watch material of course. I've written in the past about not understanding why they would choose aluminum, which is a soft and easily dented metal for a super high-end luxury watch. It is very light, and I guess they like the quirk. Titanium...

Published on February 3 2012 by Watch watches

Battle of the Watches-The Dress Watch Round 2 with Philippe Dufour : Martin Green

Few things are as effective as a surprise attack and I most certainly didn't saw the Ralph Lauren 867coming to counter my Louis Cartier Tankin the previous rounds of the Battle of the Watches. This esteemed designer has indeed been able to launch a top class collection where the lack in...

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Published on February 3 2012 by Watch watches

Is the Luminox Navy SEAL Dive Watch a Good Gift Idea

Looking for a Gift, for someone special? How about a Luminox Navy SEAL dive watch? It might just be a good idea and will be appreciated by the person who receives it. It's a watch that grows on you and 9 times out of ten it would be a great idea for a gift. Of course, the level of appreciation...

Published on February 3 2012 by Watch watches

Richard Mille RM057 Jackie Chan

Here's a look at the Richard Mille RM057. This Exclusive Timepiece is a tribute to The Chinese Year of the Dragon and to Action Actor Jackie Chan. The RM057, successor to the $1.7 million RM056 commemorates the Year of the Dragon that lasts between January 23 2012 and February 9, 2013. It has...

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Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

SIHH - Independents at the Big Show

WORLDTEMPUS - 1 February 2012 Carlos Torres Monday morning at the SIHH is always a time of excitement and anticipation. Passing through security and walking the corridors that lead up to the exhibiting halls, one's glance has fallen first on two quasi-independent watchmaking brands whose...

Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

CARTIER - Rotonde Collection

Origins People often ask who first invented the minute repeater watch and for what reason watchmakers were led in the past to create such complex instruments having the capacity to tell the time through sounds. Of course minute repeater watches are no longer used to the same extent today as...

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Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

Cartier La Dona WE600651 Ladies 18K Gold Watch Review

Reviewed By: Amy Moolten Retailing at $17,275, this overpriced Cartier La Dona WE600651 ladies watch highlights a Roman numeral silver guilloche dial face encircled by a set of 18K gold-encased, authentic diamonds that are painfully upstaged by a tacky burgundy crocodile-patterned leather...

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Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

TNT Royal Retro Sapphire

Video of the TNT Royal Retro Saphire by Pierre DeRoche

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Published on February 2 2012 by NorMan

TNT Royal Retro Sapphire

Pierre DeRoche to present his new luxury timepiece at BaselWorld 2012

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Published on February 2 2012 by NorMan

SIHH - Real, Unreal, Surreal

WORLDTEMPUS - 1 February 2012 Elizabeth Doerr Chronicle Dinner with supermodels, conversations with princes and polo players, so little sleep as to be on the verge of exhaustion, and handling hundreds of watches adding up to millions and millions of *insert currency here* – this is the reality...

Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

Miss Pasha 18kt Rose Gold Diamond Watch WJ124026 Review

Written By Laura Rensing Looking to add a little glamour to your wardrobe? For an everyday watch that is anything but casual, Cartier has you covered with their Miss Pasha 18kt Rose Gold Diamond Watch WJ124026 . Cartier watches are crafted with the same meticulous care as their jewelry and are...

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Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

HANHART – Partnership with Kremer Racing

Press release Like the Swiss-German watch brand, the world's most successful private Porsche racing team is also celebrating a major anniversary in 2012. In addition to the team and vehicle branding, a number of joint activities and appearances are planned for this partnership. The...

Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

OMEGA Speedmaster Co-Axial Chronograph Caliber 9300 – My Personal Favorite Of 2011

The story of the Speedmaster began in 1957, when OMEGA's Claude Baillod designed the watch for his manager, Head of Creation Pierre Moinat. The first few models (CK2915 and CK2998) had a symmetrical shape and were replaced by the a-symmetrical case as we happen to know it now, in 1963. When...

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Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches

Prometheus Baiji Watch Giveaway

Prometheus just released their newest watch called the Baiji. The piece is meant to honor the now extinct freshwater dolphin species that was obliterated due to human intervention and pollution in their home waters in China. Baiji were incredible creatures and representative of an extremely...

Published on February 2 2012 by Watch watches