Introducing: The Aquastar Benthos H1 Diver
The last several years have been great for Aquastar fans. A consistent flow of hit releases shows that the brand is back on firm footing under the lea ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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First Look – The New Doxa SUB 300? Collection, With Ce
Beta or ?… The second letter in the Greek alphabet, but also the sign of renewal for Doxa. The second phase of its life… Sleeker, more modern, les ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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The 40th Anniversary G-Shocks are Among Casio’s Finest
The world of G-Shock is, frankly, expansive. There are myriad references, materials, colors, and special and limited editions. Navigating this can ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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Countdown to Christmas: Nomos Glashütte’s Popular Adve
Advent calendars are currently experiencing a surge in popularity, with companies becoming increasingly inventive in the surprises they include within ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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Sponsored: A Durable Style ? Meet the Victorinox I.N.O.X. Ch
Since its founding in 1884, Chrono, we see a continuation of this work, with the new design at once harkening to the essence of Victorinox historical ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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Introducing: The Doxa Sub 300? Collection In Steel
Doxa is a diver-focused brand that continues to make its mark with pieces inspired by its back catalog. Today, though, we see something different with ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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First Look – The Travis Scott x AP Royal Oak Perpetual
Collaborations and watches inspired by pop and street culture are, without a doubt, an important part of Audemars Piguet‘s recent history. No other ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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Monochromatic and Mysterious: Meet MeisterSinger’s New
The German watch brand MeisterSinger is renowned for its clear and minimalist single-hand watches, embodying the philosophy of “Less is more,†and ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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ABTWW: Watch Stunts, Fire Resistant Watches, And Custom Watc
This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Rick, David, and Ariel are once again joined by Ed, who calls in from Osaka, Japan. David starts things off lamentin ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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Hands-On With Ressence’s New Type 1° Round Multicolour
It may not seem like it for those engrossed in the watch hobby, but most of the watches out there are quite monochromatic. Often, dials are just black ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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The Best Field Watches Of 2023 ? Fratello’s Top 10 Pic
Another Friday, another list! Today, we continue our “Best of 2023†series that we kicked off last week with dive watches. This week, the focus is ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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Introducing – The Lang & Heyne Anton Manufaktur E
Despite its modest production, Lang & Heyne is one of the most impressive German watch brands today. Founded in 2001 by Marco Lang and Mirko Heyne, ev ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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GIVEAWAY: Marc Anthony Concert Experience And Bulova Marine
December 2023 is upon us, and as the world prepares for the holiday season, it can only mean one thing for us here at aBlogtoWatch – it’s time for ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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Building The Perfect Watch Collection With ?25,000 ? Henry
I do love daydreaming about watches, as my partner will ruefully confirm. I can spend hours looking at obscure references, reading the backstories of ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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Introducing – IWC Big Pilot?s Watch 43 Tourbillon Le P
IWC goes to town with its Big Pilot?s Watch, fitted with a tourbillon and dedicated to the protagonist of Le Petit Prince, the charming prince from An ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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Hands-On: the Buci “Garde-temps”
When it comes to deciding on a new watch, I know I think about all the usual suspects: build quality, fit and finish, movement, and most importantl ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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TAG Heuer Honors the Chinese Year of the Dragon with Two Car
TAG Heuer is welcoming the Chinese Year of the Dragon with two limited editions of its classic Carrera chronographs, featuring vibrant red accents ass ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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The Fratello Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Season’s greetings, dear Fratelli! It is indeed that time of year once again. The holidays are just around the corner, and our yearly gift guide is ...
01-12-2023 19:47
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First Look – The New, Vintage-Inspired Aquastar Bentho
It can be notoriously difficult to pin down the exact release date of watches from the 1970s and before. In a time before the internet, things were re ...
01-12-2023 19:48
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Panerai Gets Ready To Race With The New Luminor Marina Carbo
For some people, their first exposure to Panerai was the 1996 film Daylight starring Sylvester Stallone. For me, it was mooring up in the Isle of Wigh ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Interview – Andi Felsl of Horage On Creating a One-of-
Horage is a truly unique company within the Swiss watch industry. And this is something you immediately feel when visiting the independent watchmaking ...
30-11-2023 19:55
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New Release: Breitling Top Time B21 Classic Cars Chronograph
Since its introduction in mid-2021, the Breitling Top Time Classic Cars collection has changed the Top Time?s positioning in the brand hierarchy from ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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How To Recognize When A Vintage Watch Was Made At A Glance
Today, we are doing Watch Dating 101, going over some basic techniques to help determine when a vintage watch was made. Of course, many watches can be ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Introducing – The New and Playful Ressence Type 1 Roun
In 2010, Benoît Mintiens introduced his initial Ressence prototypes, unveiling the original concept of replacing traditional watch hands with revolvin ...
30-11-2023 19:55
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Arcanaut’s New “Havender” and “Klint
We?re nearing the end of the year, and being the type of person who is already keenly interested in list making as a form of assessment, I?ve natur ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Comparing Two Generations of The Timex x Worn & Wound W
Collaborations are some of the most fun we get to have here at Worn & Wound. They allow us to highlight products we think are excellent while injec ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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#TBT The 1955 Ford LeCoultre & Longines His And Hers Se
Vintage watches, alarm complications, classic cars, business success, recognition, and love… The LeCoultre & Longines watch set for the best Ford sa ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Geneva Watchmaking School Found a New Home
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The full version is online!
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30-11-2023 19:53
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New Release: Bell & Ross BR 01 Cyber Skull Sapphire Ice
While Bell & Ross is arguably best known for its utilitarian design language that draws its inspiration from cockpit flight instruments, the brand als ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Seiko Celebrates 100th Brand Anniversary with Limited Presag
Established in 1881 by Kintaro Hattori, Seiko’s rich history provides an opportunity each year to reflect on a technical milestone from the past. Ne ...
30-11-2023 19:54
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Introducing: The Snazzy Ressence Type 1° Round Multicolour
A refreshing novelty recently landed in my inbox, instantly lifting my spirits. I am talking about the Ressence Type 1° Round Multicolour, which hits ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Introducing – The Combat-Ready Ikepod Seapod Camo Pixe
Ikepod was founded in 1994 by entrepreneur Oliver Ike and influential designer Marc Newson, the name behind three Atmos clocks for Jaeger-LeCoultre an ...
30-11-2023 19:55
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Watch Review: Breitling AVI Chronograph 42 Mosquito For Soli
The Breitling Classic AVI is more than just a handsome watch collection, but rather it’s an entire platform. This particular model is the Classic AV ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Fratello Talks: Watches That Changed The Way We Look At Watc
Another week, another episode of Fratello Talks! This is our 47th episode so far, and it’s one in which we’re feeling a bit philosophical. You joi ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Shinola Introduces the Bronze Monster GMT, with a Brown Fumé
One of the most interesting developments in the collector community over the past few years is the emergence of Shinola, and their acceptance in en ...
30-11-2023 19:53
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Globics Brings Pininfarina’s Visionary Design To The S
Sponsored post presented on aBlogtoWatch for an advertiser Perhaps a legendary Italian name like Pininfarina needs no introduction. The Turin, Italy-b ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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CIGA Design Makes a Statement with the Bioceramic ‘Eye
CIGA Design is a Chinese brand that is making strides in the Western markets by combining innovative design with Chinese craftsmanship at competitive ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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Baltic Introduces Gold Toned Versions of Three of their Most
For nearly seven years, French watch brand Baltic has been producing at a luxury level that far exceeds its retail price point. We?re always excite ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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A Hands-On Look At The New Baltic HMS 002, Bicompax 002, And
I adore the combination of black and gold. There is something magical about that combo that immediately draws me in. So when this trio of Baltic Gold ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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The New Certina DS-7 Watches Integrate With Automatic And Qu
Sponsored post presented on aBlogtoWatch for advertiser Until May of 2021, American fans of Certina watches looked on longingly as the Swiss brand mer ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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Introducing – The New Gold PVD Collection of Baltic (I
In only a few years, Baltic, a relatively young French brand, has made a name for itself on the market with its cool yet accessible vintage-inspired w ...
29-11-2023 19:50
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Building The Perfect Watch Collection With ?25,000 ? RJ?s Pi
Most of my colleagues already had their turn to assemble their perfect watch collection with a budget of ?25,000. I have seen some exciting picks, but ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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Hands-On: Blancpain X Swatch Scuba Fifty Fathoms Bioceramic
While I typically don?t purchase the watches that most people would consider to be hype models, I also thoroughly enjoy some budget-friendly horologic ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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Introducing the Zenith Chronomaster Sport Blue
The latest addition to Zenith’s Chronomaster Sport line demonstrates the refreshing effect that color can have. This is the first time a blue dial h ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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Introducing – The Gerald Charles Maestro 3.0 Chronogra
Gerald Charles has pulled off something quite extraordinary in the watch world: all its collections revolve exclusively around one case design. And wh ...
29-11-2023 19:50
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First Look – The New Carl F. Bucherer Manero Periphera
Mostly known for being the brand of the peripheral technology, Carl F. Bucherer, within its Manero collection, is no stranger to complications. Rangin ...
29-11-2023 19:50
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A New and Very Limited Atelier Wen Perception Puts a Spotlig
In the year since Atelier Wen and Wristcheck collaborated on their first limited edition Perception, Atelier Wen?s stature in the burgeoning afford ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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Hands-On With The New Holthinrichs Deconstructed With Aventu
In May of this year, Holthinrichs introduced its Deconstructed model. The all-titanium, 3D-printed, and hand-finished piece looked more like a concept ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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New Release: Ikepod Seapod S003 Camo Pixel
Quirky brand Ikepod is a design-first company that puts form over function in many instances. The Ikepod Seapod is a perfect example of the brand?s ph ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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Introducing – Capturing the Cosmos with the Holthinric
Dutch 3D-print watchmaking pioneer Michiel Holthinrichs has moved his watchmaking vision in a new direction with the Deconstructed, which we showed yo ...
29-11-2023 19:50
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Seiko World Cup: Final Round ? Daan?s SPB317 ?Turtle Origin?
The time has come, everyone! We?ve reached the final round of Fratello?s Seiko World Cup. It was a lot of fun because we all got to pick our absolute ...
29-11-2023 19:49
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First Look – Once Rejected, Now Coveted… The Wri
Just like the phoenix rises from its ashes, something beautiful can emerge from destruction. Or, in this case, almost destruction… What you see here ...
28-11-2023 19:48
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The Eleventh Fratello × REM Strap ? This Time, For The Speed
This month’s Fratello × REM strap is most definitely not for everyone, but we wanted to design something for the famous Omega Speedmaster X-33. So h ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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First Look – Indie Watchmaker Remy Cools Comes of Age
If you are a recurring reader of MONOCHROME, you might be familiar with Remy Cools. We first met this promising young watchmaker in 2018, freshly grad ...
28-11-2023 19:48
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Fratello On Air: Our Favorite Watches Of 2023 ? Including Gr
Fratello On Air returns with a fresh new episode! Though 2023 still has a month left in the tank, we’re ready to declare our favorite watches thus f ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Travelling around the world with Vacheron Constantin Les Cab
Launched on November 27th, the new collection from Les Cabinotires of @vacheronconstantin will take you on an exclusive journey around the world.
An ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Recapping Dubai Watch 2023 With 7 Watches Made Just For Sedd
The sixth edition of Dubai Watch Week was the largest yet, with more participating brands and a greater number of guests coming to Dubai for the major ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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First Look – Space-Age Material and a Whirlwind Animat
One of the most conspicuous and unmistakable watch cases on the market must be Hautlence?s retro TV-shaped case with ample viewing room to enjoy the b ...
28-11-2023 19:48
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Recap: Watches, Diving, & Enthusiasm At Dubai Watch Wee
Last week marked the 6th edition of Dubai Watch Week, an educational forum and brand exhibition situated in the heart of Dubai?s Financial Center. ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Introducing: The Wristcheck × Seconde/Seconde/ × Atelier Wen
Atelier Wen is a Chinese brand that we’re excited to cover here on Fratello. The team behind it is making beautiful watches that are proving quite p ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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New Release: Wristcheck X Seconde/Seconde/ X Atelier Wen Per
I sure hope you haven’t had enough of Seconde/Seconde/‘s collaborations, because here’s another one. After a successful collaboration last year ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Linde Werdelin Introduces LW Auctions ? The First Piece Goin
Through the years, Linde Werdelin has always found its path in the world of watches. In 2016, it was the first brand in the watch industry to launch a ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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The Easy-Wearing, Multi-Talented Ball Roadmaster Marine GMT
Sponsored post presented on aBlogtoWatch for an advertiser Evolving at the forefront of watchmaking’s technical achievements for decades, Ball Watc ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Panerai Launches Limited Edition of Luminor Flyback Chronogr
In this latest edition of the Luminor Flyback Chronograph (PAM01498), limited to 200 pieces, Panerai presents the legendary sandwich dial in an expres ...
28-11-2023 19:47
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First Look – The Schwarz Etienne Roswell 08, Now in Bl
While well-known by enthusiasts for providing high-end movements to some of the coolest indie watchmakers on the scene, like Ming or Ophion, Schwarz E ...
28-11-2023 19:48
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Roue Introduces Two New Colorways to their TPS Chronograph C
In 2019 Roue introduced their TPS line chronographs, which are inspired by the Porsche 910 that won the Nürburgring 1000-kilometer race in 1967. Th ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Watches Rooted In Important Design Movements ? Examples From
As watch lovers, we tend to treat the watch world as a standalone universe. In reality, though, watch design lives within a much broader context. Tren ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Best travel destinations with Vacheron Constantin's new watc
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Visit our website: Our Instagram: Support us on Patreon for extra ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Hands-On: TAG Heuer Carrera Plasma Diamant D?Avant-Garde Chr
Recent years have seen an uptick in exotic gem-set designs throughout the watch industry, and at the same time, we?ve seen a rapid advance in the fiel ...
28-11-2023 19:46
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Straps Fully Tailored To You: Sampling The Jean Rousseau Bes
Sponsored post presented on aBlogtoWatch for an advertiser A quality timepiece is defined by an all-encompassing sense of quality, an effect no watch ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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Hands-On with the Hublot MP-15 Takashi Murakami Tourbillon S
What other brand but Hublot would debut their first central tourbillon in a watch shaped like a flower" The outlandish and innovative brand released t ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Introducing – The Chopard Alpine Eagle Sunburnt in Sup
Introduced to the luxury sports watch scene in 2019, the Alpine Eagle draws inspiration from the original 1980s Chopard St. Moritz, Karl-Friedrich Sch ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Oris Returns to the “Cotton Candy” with a Sepia
There?s been a flurry of Oris news over the last few weeks, between the ProPilot X Laser and their collaboration with Collective Horology on a sunb ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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A Gray Monday Morning Asks For A Longines Spirit Flyback Tit
Stating that the chronograph is by far the most popular complication sounds about right. In truth, though, it isn?t. The date function is the most bas ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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Ariel’s Thoughts: Making Sense Of Wristwatch Customiza
One of the most interesting trends in wristwatch selling these days is the tendency for companies to offer customization opportunities to those buying ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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A Celestial Beauty: Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic
In celebration of its 35th company anniversary and 15th anniversary of its in-house tourbillon movement in 2023, Frederique Constant introduces the Ma ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Special Gifts with Select Purchases
As the holiday season is in full steam ahead with Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we at the Windup Watch shop want to continue bringing you the very ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Hands-On With The New Seiko SPB411 Navigator Timer Reissue
Occasionally, a watch brand releases a new model that is exactly what you were hoping for. I am not referring to getting the call from your authorized ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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aBlogtoWatch Strond SSC-101 24H GMT Giveaway Winner Announce
Our team at aBlogtoWatch is happy to announce Kenneth B. of Cayey, Puerto Rico as the winner of our Strond SSC-101 24H GMT watch giveaway. Its moody, ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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Interview – Director General of Dubai Watch Week Hind
Dubai Watch Week just closed its sixth and largest edition, consolidating its trajectory as a reference and an industry-leading event. The show attrac ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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LAST CHANCE WITH CYBER MONDAY DEALS
It’s the final day of our huge Black Friday sales week which means we’ve arrived at Cyber Monday. With multiple watch, accessories and EDC deal ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Ulysse Nardin Drops The Freak One OPS
While it may be cold, wet, and wintery here in Europe, over in the sunny climes of Dubai Watch Week, Ulysse Nardin treated visitors to the first sight ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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Vintage Watches Aren?t As Fragile As You May Think
Fratelli, we need to talk. I love a brand-new watch as much as the next guy, but I feel that vintage watches get an undeserved bad rap. People often a ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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SUPERLATIVE: Todd Register of Garmin
This week on the Superlative Podcast, host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by Todd Register, a Creative Lead at Garmin supporting the O ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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Mido Releases Multifort Powermatic with Golden Looks
In the 1950s, Mido gave its most powerful caliber the attractive name “Powerwindâ€. In 2022, the Swiss brand revived this bestseller from yesteryea ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Introducing – The Impressive Vacheron Constantin Les C
Vacheron Constantin invites us on an exotic journey of discovery with its latest Les Cabinotiers Réctis de Voyages, unique timepieces that trace the i ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Seiko Looks to the Early 1970s for their Latest Speedtimer R
When we last checked in on Seiko?s Speedtimer line, we saw it in an unusual execution that made us think (fondly, for the most part) of funky watch ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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Rare Air: The 2023 Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Colle
Today, Vacheron Constantin releases a series of unique watches within its Les Cabinotiers line. As we will see, these models bring mechanical complexi ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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In-Depth – All About Greubel Forsey?s Latest Creation,
In the realm of tourbillons, there are tourbillons, and then there are Greubel Forsey tourbillons. Since its establishment in 2004, the company has be ...
27-11-2023 19:44
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The Chopard Alpine Eagle 41 Sunburnt Adds An Artsy Touch For
The Chopard Alpine Eagle has been on quite a run since its introduction in 2019. A reinterpretation of the 1980s Chopard St. Moritz, the sporty yet dr ...
27-11-2023 19:43
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Sunday Morning Showdown: A. Lange & Söhne Odysseus Chro
When it comes to perpetuating the values of Haute Horlogerie, longstanding brands like Breguet, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and Vacheron Constant ...
26-11-2023 19:42
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Buying Guide – MONOCHROME’s Favourite New Watche
With the whole watch world zooming in on Dubai for about a week and a half, it was expected there would be no shortage of captivating and fresh new wa ...
26-11-2023 19:43
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Building The Perfect Watch Collection With ?25,000 ? Thor?s
Is this a difficult story to write as a watch journalist" Yes. But the intriguing thought of selling off everything and starting fresh is immensely te ...
26-11-2023 19:42
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Hands-On: Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Orlinski Titaniu
While Hublot is best known for its bold and highly technical designs, the Swiss brand also produces a fairly diverse assortment of art pieces, and rat ...
26-11-2023 19:42
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A Week In Watches: Episode 68 – Q&A From Worn
This special episode of A Week In Watches takes a break from the regular news cycle to answer some of your questions submitted to us through the Wo ...
26-11-2023 19:42
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Acquiring A Taste For Vintage ? A ZRC Diver Once Owned By A
Brands that share their backstories and celebrate their history, particularly with public exhibitions and museums, serve to inspire the next generatio ...
25-11-2023 19:45
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Hands-On: Chopard L.U.C XP Urushi Spirit of Shi Chen Watch
The greater Swiss luxury watch industry looks back at two decades of outstanding growth in Asia, driven, above all else, by Chinese customers who disc ...
25-11-2023 19:45
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The Three Watch Collection for $5,000: Reader Edition ? Grif
Editor?s note: In this week?s 3 Watch Collection for $5,000, Griffin Bartsch (@cgriffinbartsch on Instagram), a seasoned collector and watch enthus ...
25-11-2023 19:45
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The Petrolhead Corner – Dressed In Jägermeister Orange
Nowadays, F1 drivers are focused on F1 and F1 only, apart from the odd adventure Fernando Alonso undertook in 2017 as he entered the Indy 500 and allo ...
25-11-2023 19:46
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