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Longines Legend Diver Gradient Dials 2022 Collection - Hands-On, Price
Born in 2007 and reviving the look of one of the brand’s most sought-after vintage dive watches, the Longines?Legend Diver has since its introduction become a sort of pillar in the winged hourglass’ collection. A typical modern icon that still looks as good and fresh as 15 years ago. Classically seen in black, the brand has created recently some cool colourful editions, mostly equipped with gradient dials – think brown and blue, or green on the bronze version. For 2022, the collection will once again expand with some very cool new colours, available either on the classic 42mm or the more compact 36mm version. Sand beige, ash grey, royal blue and burgundy, you now have even more choices for your Longines Legend Diver.BackgroundThe LLD, as often named, is a watch that has gained quite a community of fans. And for obvious reasons, as it is one of the best models to be found in Longines’ heritage collection. It is?modelled after an important vintage watch that Longi
Why The Omega Speedmaster 57 is a Great Alternative to the Moonwatch?
Anything that Omega can launch within the Speedmaster collection will be immediately compared to the one and only Moonwatch. It’s just the way it is… The original, classic Speedmaster Professional has such a formidable cult status that it has become a benchmark model for everything else Omega creates. And the comparison is hardly objective. But we have to keep in mind that the Speedmaster is more than just one watch; it’s an entire collection of chronographs. And although some might not have the same aura as the Moonwatch, there are nevertheless some true gems in the collection. Case in point; the recently revamped Speedmaster 57. And today, in our latest video, we make that difficult comparison with the Moonwatch. And, yes, it can be a great alternative to the all-time classic Professional model.Say you’re in the market for a luxury hand-wound watch (yes, because the Speedmaster 57 is no longer an automatic watch, and this is the main evolution compared to the
Hands on with the Montblanc ExoTourbillon Chronographe - Monochrome Watches
In 2010 Montblanc launched the ExoTourbillon and at this year’s SIHH Montblanc treated us on two new version, in 18 carat white and red gold. The ExoTourbillon is Montblanc’s first combination of a chronograph (not just a chronograph) and a?tourbillon (not just a tourbillon).?All classic watchmaking expertise of Montblanc’s Villeret manufacture, the former Minerva manufacture, is brought together in this peerless timepiece. A single pusher chronograph – Minerva is famous for its magnificent chronograph calibers – and a tourbillon that is?singularly distinctive, brilliantly finished and innovative. Ad - Scroll to continue with article The ExoTourbillon combines a tourbillon and chronograph with a two-time-zone display, day/night indicator on regulator-style display.?The Montblanc Villeret manufacture is one of the few holdouts using
Buying Guide - 6 Dual-Time Watches Launched in 2017 for Modern Travellers - Monochrome Watches
The vast majority of people are comfortable with watches which simply display hours and minutes, but for globetrotters, frequent travellers and those doing business around the world, a dual-time (or so-called GMT in certain cases) watch is highly practical and purposeful for their daily travelling needs.?We have picked 6 GMT watches of 2017, with choices to suit every pocket and taste.Frederique Constant - Classics Automatic GMTFrederique Constant has updated one of its most classic models. Designed with the classic gentleman in mind, the Classics Automatic GMT is an elegant, understated dual time watch presented in a 42 mm steel case. The silver dial features printed Roman numerals and guilloche decoration in its centre, and it's set off with Breguet-style hands. All functions can be adjusted through the crown and the automatic movement can be seen through the exhibition case back. As always with Frederique Constant, the price of this handsome timepiece is very reasonable, at CHF 1,39
LIVE FROM MONACO - TAG Heuer unveils Carrera Heuer01 SENNA 2017 edition in tribute to the legendary Brazilian driver (live pics, specs and pricing) - Monochrome Watches
TAG Heuer celebrates the 30th anniversary of Ayrton Senna’s first victory?at the Monaco Grand Prix, releasing three special edition watches in tribute to the legendary Brazilian driver. In his brilliant, way-too-short career, Ayrton Senna roared to three world championships, 41 victories and 65 pole positions and is still regarded as one of, if not the, best ever drivers in F1! The watches were unveiled this week-end in Monaco and we have live photos.The first, and for us at Monochrome, most interesting of these watches is a sporty, racing-inspired Heuer01 chronograph. It is clad in PVD steel paired with red accents and the Senna design elements, including the S logo which is reminiscent?of a S-chicane on a race track. Ad - Scroll to continue with article The 45mm case features a black ceramic bezel with a tachymeter scale. The crown is made of steel and r
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