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Oris ProDiver Chronograph

The new 51mm Oris ProDiver features an innovative safety system: the rotating unidirectional bezel must be lifted before it can be turned. A vulcanized rubber ring makes it easier to manipulate the bezel. The ProDiver’s titanium case houses a black DLC-coated safety barrier to protect the crown and pushers while still allowing them to be...

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Apr 24, 2009 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

12 FACES OF TIME Profiles Top Watchmakers

The mood was refreshingly festive inside a packed pavilion in front of Hall 1 at Basel as luminaries from the world of watches gathered to celebrate Elizabeth Doerr’s new book, 12 FACES OF TIME: HOROLOGICAL VIRTUOSOS. Slated for release this fall, 12 FACES is a non-commercial, close-up look at 12 leading independent watchmakers and their...

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Apr 23, 2009 by WatchTime

Antiquorum’s May Sale Includes Patek 1436, 5016

On May 9 and 10 Antiquorum will auction over 300 watches and clocks at the Grand Hotel Kempinski in Geneva. The highlight of the sale is a Patek Philippe Ref. 1436, stainless steel split-seconds chronograph, pictured below. This piece is one of four known examples of which three survived, and one of only two first...

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Apr 22, 2009 by WatchTime

Sotheby’s Collector Timepieces in Geneva

On May 10 at Geneva’s Beau-Rivage Hotel, Sotheby’s will offer vintage and modern collectible timepieces including Patek Philippe Refs. 5959P and 2499 (fourth series), and a historically important gold, enamel and diamond presentation pocket watch most likely made for King Ludwig II of Bavaria circa 1880.

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Apr 20, 2009 by WatchTime

Antiquorum Collectors Watches in Geneva

On May 9 and 10 Antiquorum will auction over 300 fine timepieces at the Grand Hotel Kempinski in Geneva. Featured lots include Patek Refs. 1436 and 5016, and a 1928 Patek Tiffany single-button split-seconds chronograph. Previews will be held in Shanghai April 26 and 27, Hong Kong April 29 and 30, and Geneva May 7...

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Apr 20, 2009 by WatchTime

Sotheby’s Geneva Auction Features Patek 5959

Sotheby’s May 10 auction of fine timepieces at the Beau-Rivage Hotel in Geneva will feature treasures old and new. The star among the modern offerings is a Patek Philippe split-seconds chronograph Ref. 5959P. This piece, estimated at between $250,000 and $350,000, contains Patek’s first fully in-house chronograph calibre, CHF 27-525PS, which, at 5.25mm, is the...

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Apr 20, 2009 by WatchTime

Patrizzi & Co. Watchmaking Masterpieces

On 4 June in New York City, Patrizzi & Co. will auction a collection of watchmaking masterpieces including Patek Philippe references 2499 third series and 3940 first series, so-called 58/60. Pieces to be auctioned will be on display June 1 – 3 at Patrizzi & Co. 595 Madison Ave., Sixth Floor, NY, NY. Additional exhibitions...

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Apr 19, 2009 by WatchTime

Patrizzi & Co. European Renaissance Clocks

Patrizzi & Co. will auction a collection of European renaissance clocks on Sunday 24 May at the Grand Hotel Et De Milan in Milan, Italy. The pieces to be auctioned will be on display on 21 – 23 May 2009, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 24 May 2009, from 10 a.m. at Patrizzi &...

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Apr 19, 2009 by WatchTime

Philippe Bonay Named Lange N.A. President

A. Lange & Söhne has announced the appointment of Philippe Bonay to the position of President of A. Lange & Söhne, North America, effective April 13, 2009. Mr. Bonay has a strong background and knowledge of the luxury watch industry, having previously held the post of President of Panerai North America where he played a...

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Apr 18, 2009 by WatchTime

DeWitt’s Wild Antipode

Jerome DeWitt is a charming man who knows how to create suspense, and how to create watches. We entered his elegant booth at Basel and were seated in comfortable chairs around a low table. As the presentation began, Mr. DeWitt produced what looked like a substantial watch on a small stand, covered with a cloth,...

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Apr 15, 2009 by WatchTime

Hamilton for 2009: BASE Jumping, Diving, and More

Some say the trend toward ever-larger watches is slowing, but you would not know it to look at Hamilton’s new 50mm Khaki BASE Jump watches. That’s BASE as in parachuting off of Buildings, Antennas, Spans and Earth. Available in automatic and chronograph versions, we will focus on the latter as it presents an interesting twist...

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Apr 14, 2009 by WatchTime

Movado’s Classic Datron is Back

Movado’s new Series 800 Datron is inspired by the classic 1970 Datron automatic chronograph. The new model is the first entry in Movado’s Collector’s Edition series. The 40mm tonneau-shaped Datron is powered by the ETA caliber 2894-2 automatic chronograph with 37 jewels and a 42 hour power reserve. The round date aperture at 12 is...

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Apr 13, 2009 by WatchTime

Longines Column-Wheel Chronograph

Longines started manufacturing timing equipment in 1878 with the launch of a simple 20 ligne column-wheel chronograph, reference number 20H. Over the years, many other Longines chronograph calibers have incorporated a column-wheel mechanism. The new Longines Column-Wheel Chronograph continues this horological heritage into the 21st century. This Longines houses a new caliber developed by ETA...

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Apr 7, 2009 by WatchTime

Patek Ladies’ Nautilus and Rose Gold Calatrava

Following the relaunch of the Nautilus men’s collection in 2006, Patek Philippe presents a new Nautilus ladies’ line for 2009. Design and technical elements from the men’s line carry over. The new ladies’ Nautilus models are available in 18K white or rose gold with precious diamonds (Ref. 7010/1) or with a satin-finished bezel (Ref. 7011/1),...

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Apr 7, 2009 by WatchTime

Daytona Brings World Record Price at Auction

A vintage Ref. 6270 Rolex Daytona in 18k gold brought a world record Sfr. 360,000 at Antiquorum’s Spring sale in Geneva, held March 28 and 29. The record-setting Daytona’s bezel contains 28 baguette diamonds. Patek Philippe wristwatches also performed well. An 18k yellow gold Ref. 2499/100 perpetual calendar produced in 1980 brought SFr. 312,000, and...

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Apr 6, 2009 by WatchTime

Patek Calatrava Officer’s Watch Ref. 5153

For 2009 Patek Philippe introduces the Ref. 5153 Calatrava officer’s watch in 18 karat yellow gold. The 38 mm 5153 succeeds the smaller 5053, and its case combines hallmarks of the Calatrava and officer styles: a highly-polished bezel, straight lugs with screwed strap bars, a knurled turban-style crown, and a hinged case back. The dial...

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Apr 6, 2009 by WatchTime

Davide Blei Rolex Collection Brings $3.7 Million

On Sunday March 22 in Milan, Patrizzi & Co. auctioneers brought the hammer down on the Davide Blei Rolex collection, selling 98% of the lots for a total of 2,736,400 euro or slightly more than $3.7 million. The sale result does not include a buyer’s premium, as Patrizzi & Co. does not charge a buyer’s...

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Mar 25, 2009 by WatchTime

Ulysse Nardin Executive Dual Time

For 2009 Ulysse Nardin introduces ceramic to the Executive Dual time collection. The 43 mm Executive is available in stainless steel and in 18 carat rose gold. Complications include an oversize date at 2, small seconds at 6, and Ulysse Nardin’s patented Dual Time display at 9 with ceramic plus and minus pushers at the...

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Mar 25, 2009 by WatchTime

Breguet 5347 Twin Rotating Tourbillons

For 2009 Breguet introduces Ref. 5347 with twin rotating tourbillons in pink gold. Housed in a 44mm case, the tourbillons operate independently and rotate on the hour axis, completing one revolution every 12 hours. The two tourbillons are coupled by means of differential gears and are mounted on a rotating center plate. The differential device...

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Mar 25, 2009 by WatchTime

Concorso Italiano Tees It Up for 2009

Concorso Italiano is a 24 year tradition during the Monterey classic car weekend, which includes the Pebble Beach Concourse, Monterey Historic Races at Laguna Seca, and several high-profile auto auctions. Held on golf links in the past, the Concorso moved to the Marin City airport last year where the acres of tarmac inspired little love...

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Mar 19, 2009 by WatchTime

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