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2020 Omega Constellation Co-Axial Master Chronometer 39mm Review
When mentioning Omega and its collections, the immediate and easy answers will be “Speedmaster” and “Seamaster”. Certainly, those two lines of watches are some of the most iconic in the entire industry. Still, Omega has (much) more to offer, including a slightly overlooked but rich collection named “Constellation”. Born in the 1950s, it would become the experimental collection for the brand, with fascinating designs and a constant focus on precision. Now established with its classic claws and integrated bracelet configuration, it was about time for Omega to inject a bit of modernity into this collection… Because integrated bracelets, shaped cases and sporty looks are hot these days (to say the least!).The Omega Constellation, a Complex collectionWhile the Speedmaster is a collection that can be easily understood, and the Seamaster is seen as the definitive Omega dive watch, the history of the Constellation by Omega is a bit more complex, if not
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Ref 6000V - SIHH 2019 (Specs & Price)
This year Vacheron Constantin looks to elevate its luxury sports watch to a new level with the introduction of a popular complication. For the first time, the iconic Overseas collection will include a self-winding tourbillon movement. You won't find it wrapped up in precious metal though. Keeping with the sports watch ethos, VC will offer this beauty in a stainless steel, ultra-thin case. Read on for all the details.The Overseas collection needs little introduction. Popular with collectors and enthusiasts alike, it is VC's answer to the AP Royal Oak and Patek Philippe Nautilus. Over the years these steel luxury sports watches have evolved to become complicated masterpieces in their own right. For example, last year saw the debut of the Nautilus Perpetual Calendar 5740G and the Royal Oak RD#2, the world's thinnest self-winding perpetual calendar. Ad - Scroll to continue with article
IWC Pilots Watch Mark XVIII Edition Laureus Sport IW324703 (Specs & Price)
Just like every year, IWC celebrates a good cause with the launch of a special Laureus edition. The 12th of its kind – see more models here – and the first to be based on the “Small Pilot” Mark XVIII, this watch is?part of IWC’s commitment to support Laureus Sport for Good, which uses the power of sport to end violence, discrimination and disadvantage. Featuring a striking combination of black and blue, here is the 2018 IWC Pilot's Watch Mark XVIII Edition Laureus Sport.Before we move to the watch in question, a few words about?“Laureus Sport for Good Foundation”.?Sport eliminates differences, imparts self-confidence and promotes team spirit: this is the motto of Laureus Sport for Good, an organization that believes in the integrative force of sport, harnessing its potential to advance social change and provide more promising future prospects for disadvantaged children and adolescents. The foundation and its ambassadors from the world of profes
Hands-On - Patek Philippe Chronograph Annual Calendar 5905R-001 Brown Dial (Specs & Price)
The watch we’re looking at today certainly wasn’t Patek Philippe‘s main novelty of 2019. If you want some fresh, truly unprecedented pieces, you’ll have to look at the Calatrava Weekly Calendar 5212A, the Alarm Travel Time 5520P or the (superb) Chronograph 5172G. And so what?… Can’t we just enjoy a new edition of an existing watch, especially when it’s a Chronograph Annual Calendar and that now comes in one hell of a beautiful colour combination? Well, we can and here’s a look at the pink gold/brown dial Patek Philippe Chronograph Annual Calendar 5905R.BackgroundTo understand where the Chronograph Annual Calendar 5905R comes from, a bit of history is required. This watch is the last evolution of a model that sums up what Patek does best: calendar chronographs! Certainly, most of us will have in mind the ultimate combo, the QP-Chrono, a lineage started in 1941 with the reference 1518, followed by the references 2499, 3970, 5970 and 5270. S
IWC introduces the Portuguese Yacht Club Chronograph Laureus Sport for Good Foundation - Monochrome Watches
Seven years ago IWC started their commitment to the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, a perfect way to?demonstrate IWC’s commitment to philanthropy by releasing a limited edition timepiece in aid of the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation. Part of the proceeds resulting from the sale of the watches go to help needy children all over the world. ?Every year another timepiece from another collection gets elected to serve the good cause and this year the choice was made in favor of the Portuguese Yacht Club Chronograph. It is limited to 1,000 pieces and features both the signature blue Laureus Sport for Good Foundation dial and the engraved case back. Ad - Scroll to continue with article I think most Monochrome readers are familiar with the Portuguese Yacht Club Chronograph (click here and here), as its appearance in the IWC collection marked a special moment.
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