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Panerai Radiomir 3 Days Platino 47 mm

In the late 1930s, Panerai created a few examples of the Radiomir with a unique dial design. Today, only two examples survive. Why they were created is not known. Their history washed away with the Panerai archive in the Florence flood of 1966. The new Radiomir 3 Days Platino picks up this dial design, which...

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Apr 27, 2011 by WatchTime

It’s Time – WatchTime New York 2024 Tickets On Sale Now!

After an incredible show in 2023, WatchTime New York, the premier collector’s event in North America, is set to return to Manhattan from October 18th to 20th, 2024. WatchTime New York 2024 promises to be even more spectacular, with the show marking the 25th anniversary of WatchTime and bringing together the world’s finest watchmakers, timepieces,...

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Jun 20, 2024 by WatchTime

Carl F. Bucherer’s Patravi EvoTec DayDate Gets an Update

In 2008 Carl F. Bucherer achieved Manufacture status with the introduction of the CFB A1000 automatic winding movement with a peripheral rotor that combines the technical values of the central rotor with the visual advantages of the micro-rotor. The EvoTec DayDate is now available in a cushion-shaped case with a new steel bezel. Find wallpaper...

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Apr 26, 2011 by WatchTime

Bell & Ross Airborne II Limited Edition

The original Bell & Ross Airborne, launched in 2009, paid tribute to the military paratroopers and especially the US Airborne divisions that played such a distinguished role in the Second World War. The limited series hit with collectors and sold out quickly. Now in 2011, a new Airborne II is offered in an edition of...

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Apr 25, 2011 by WatchTime

TAG Heuer Monza Chronograph Calibre 36 Re-edition

In September 1975, Niki Lauda won the Formula One World Championship for Ferrari. Heuer was the team’s official timekeeper. To honor the result, Jack Heuer reworked an existing coussin-shaped 1930’s model in a special limited series. The new chronograph’s dial sported the “Monza” name above the Heuer logo. Now the Monza is back in a...

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Apr 22, 2011 by WatchTime

Glashütte Original Navigator Worldview

With the Navigator Worldview, Glashütte Original presents an homage to the adventurous 1920s when commercial aviation was in its infancy. With Vintage collection styling, the Navigator Worldview has an adjustable city-ring that allows its user to determine the time across different time zones. Find wallpaper and pricing inside.

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Apr 21, 2011 by WatchTime

Longines Master Collection Retrograde Moon Phases

The Longines Master Collection Retrograde Moon Phases is available in 41mm or 44mm diameters and combines four retrograde functions with moon phase and day/night displays. The retrograde hands indicate day of the week at 12 o’clock, the date on the right-hand side of the dial, a 24-hour second time-zone on the left-hand side of the...

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Apr 20, 2011 by WatchTime

Louis Erard Excellence Regulator

To celebrate its 80th anniversary, Louis Erard presents a new line, the Excellence, comprising seven steel models – five for men, two for women – that are also available in pink gold. The showpiece, the Power Reserve Regulator, pays tribute to the regulator, a symbol of precision in the field of chronometry. The round 40mm...

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Apr 19, 2011 by WatchTime

Oris Big Crown X1 Calculator

On October 14, 1947, the Bell X1 undertook the first manned supersonic flight, breaking the sound barrier and entering the history books. The new Oris Big Crown X1 timepiece is an homage to this aviation milestone. The Bell X1 pilots undertook their amazing feat in an age before computers and pocket calculators, relying on the...

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Apr 19, 2011 by WatchTime

Doxa Sub 4000T

The new Doxa SUB 4000T professional diver’s watch commemorates the tenth anniversary of the Doxa SUB collection. The hands and hourmarkers offer extreme luminosity, the rotating bezel indicates the decompression table, and the helium valve at 9 o’clock guarantees water-resistance to a depth of 1,220 meters. Dedicated to ocean-diving enthusiasts, this edition is limited to...

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Apr 19, 2011 by WatchTime

Hamilton Pan Europ

Hamilton is offering a revisited and gently nostalgic interpretation of the Pan Europ, the brand’s first automatic chronograph launched in 1971 and equipped with the famous Caliber 11. With its sturdy, slightly square case, red hands and blue dial and bezel, the new Pan Europ radiates tradition. The 1,971-piece limited edition is equipped with a...

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Apr 19, 2011 by WatchTime

Blancpain Villeret Chronographe Monopoussoir Quantième Complet

Blancpain is creating some aesthetic pleasures with its reinterpretations of the Villeret collection, which started last year. At Baselworld, the manufacture from Le Brassus showed a single-pusher chronograph with complete calendar and moon phases. This complicated watch, available in two versions, features classic dials that are both highly attractive and highly legible. Find wallpaper and...

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Apr 19, 2011 by WatchTime

Breguet 7787 Classique Moon Phases

The Breguet 7787 Classique Moon Phases is available in 39mm and 36mm sizes, and in white and red gold with a dial that is hand-engraved on a rose engine, and two versions in red gold, one with a grand feu enamelled dial, and one set with diamonds. This last configuration will be sold only in...

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Apr 18, 2011 by WatchTime

Visual Quiz: Mystery Watches

Can you identify manufacturers without seeing their names on the dials? We’ve lined up a dozen images, sans brand identification, to test your visual skills. Some watches are current, while others were produced in years gone by. As always, the answers appear at the end. Good luck!

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Apr 17, 2011 by WatchTime

Ulysse Nardin CEO Rolf Schnyder Passes On

Ulysse Nardin has announced that its CEO, Rolf W. Schnyder, unexpectedly passed away on April 14 after a short illness. Because a succession plan was already in place, current members of management will continue to operate the company without interruption, continuing in the spirit of Rolf W. Schnyder’s vision.

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Apr 15, 2011 by WatchTime

Seiko Ananta Automatic Chronograph Diver’s Watch and Sportura Alarm Chronograph

Among Seiko’s new launches at Baselworld were the Ananta Automatic Chronograph Diver’s Watch and the Sportura Alarm Chronograph. Priced thousands of dollars apart, these two models represent the range of Seiko’s achievements. One offers a manufacture automatic movement, hand-polished case and hand-painted lacquer dial, and the other quartz precision and functionality in a handsome package....

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Apr 15, 2011 by WatchTime

Jaeger-LeCoultre to Auction Prototype N°1 of the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea to Benefit Marine Site

Jaeger-LeCoultre is auctioning Prototype N°1 of the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea “LeCoultre Spécial Amérique 1959” commemorative edition watch. The auction provides devotees with the opportunity to acquire an exceptional piece while contributing to the protection of an endangered marine site. Proceeds from the sale will be entirely donated to the Malpelo Flora and Fauna...

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Apr 14, 2011 by WatchTime

Carl F. Bucherer Patravi TravelGraph

Carl F. Bucherer’s Patravi TravelGraph combines two of the most useful and popular functions: a chronograph and GMT. The brand has invested over a million dollars to bring this watch to life. All displays are controlled by the automatic caliber 1901 movement, developed by Bucherer, together with Swiss specialists well known for creating mechanical watch...

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Apr 13, 2011 by WatchTime

Tutima Launches Three New Models in Three Price Ranges

At Baselworld 2011, Tutima launched three new models: the Grand Classic Black Chronograph PR, the Grand Classic Reserve, and the Pacific Black. Each measuring 43mm in diameter, these new models offer three variations on Tutima’s classic good looks. Find wallpaper, launch dates and pricing inside.

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Apr 12, 2011 by WatchTime

Ball Fireman Storm Chaser DLC

As you may guess from the name, the Fireman Storm Chaser pays tribute to Ball Watch explorer Dr. Josh Wurman. The white on black design symbolizes lightning in the dark, and the caseback bears an engraving of “the Doppler On Wheels” vehicle that lets Wurman get up close and personal with tornadoes. Find wallpaper and...

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Apr 8, 2011 by WatchTime

North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking Celebrates First Graduating Class

The North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking celebrated its first graduating class on April 2. The Class is comprised of students who have completed a two year program and will receive a North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking Watchmaker Certificate.

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Apr 7, 2011 by WatchTime