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Christmas Buying Guide - Our Top 5 Dress Watches of 2015 - Monochrome Watches
The end of the year is coming fast, and like most of us, you’ll probably have this big question in mind: what are THE watches to focus on this year? What were the noticeable introductions of the year 2015? To start with a series of articles that will look at sports watches, dive watches, chronographs and accessible timepieces (and more), why not start with the dress watches…? Simply because on New Year’s Eve, you’ll have to find what to wear on your wrist, together with your tuxedo. Here are our Top 5 Dress Watches of 2015.The Montblanc?Heritage Chronometrie Ultra SlimWhat is the definition of a dress watch? A slim, rather small and simple timepiece that can find its place under the cuff of your shirt and that can match with a suit or a tuxedo. Well, this?Montblanc Heritage Chronometrie Ultra Slim has all of this – and for a super-decent price. It features a hand-wound ETA/Peseux calibre 7001, fully decorated with Geneva stripes. This movement helps to kee
Immerse Yourself In Spy Thrills With The New Bremont Argylle Collection
In the upcoming February release, Matthew Vaughn unveils his latest cinematic creation, Argylle, delving into the entertaining and twisted world of espionage and spies. Drawing parallels to Vaughn’s other hit, Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015), known for its stylish clandestine intrigue, Argylle promises an equally riveting experience. Vaughn’s ongoing collaboration with the British watch company Bremont makes this announcement relevant to these pages. Having previously partnered with the Kingsman series, where Bremont was the official timepiece supplier, the alliance extends to this new Argylle collection.Past collaboration birthed a collection of movie-themed models, and much to fans’ delight, Bremont introduces a trio of limited-edition timepieces inspired by Argylle and its enigmatic characters. We invite you to watch Argylle once in cinemas and decipher the connections while we unveil the Bremont timepieces inspired by Vaughn’s latest movie. For a complet
Hands-on with the Habring Jumping Second with Power Reserve - Monochrome Watches
Habring2 is the small independent watch brand of Austrian watchmaker Richard Habring and his wife Maria. Today we bring a hands-on experience with the Habring2 Jumping Second with Power Reserve.?Monochrome already brought you information about about the Habring2 Jumping Second back in 2009. Especially if you like to know more about?the jumping second mechanism Habring developed, after the n.o.s. Doxa calibers he used before ran out,?than it’s a recommended read. Another great watch made by Habring2 is the Foudrayante… this time no second hand that ticks like a quartz watch, but the second hand flies around the dial with an incredible speed. Today our contributor Y.Chan brings you a hands-on experience with the Habring2 Jumping Seconds with Power Reserve. Ad - Scroll to continue with article Habring2 is?Very much a family business, they only produce a
Buying Guide - 8 Skeleton Watches, From Ultra-Luxury to Ultra-Accessible
Well-executed dials, decorated with classic Grand Feu enamel or elaborate guilloche, can add thousands to the price and define the character of a piece; however, there are times when the sheer absence of a dial can result in the most intriguing aesthetic. Andre-Charles Caron, legendary clockmaker for Louis XV of France in the mid-18th century, developed the first skeleton watch around 1760. The style adds a visual sophistication that few dials can compete with and creates the ultimate horological spectacle. Here's a list of eight great skeleton watches available today, ranging in price from money is no object to surprisingly accessible.?WHEN THERE'S ALREADY A BENTLEY IN THE GARAGESome of the most prestigious brands in the world have unleashed skeletonized pieces that exemplify design prowess. Showcasing the best calibre designs and advancements in openworked form is arguably the best way to flex horological muscle (and your bank account). These two watches highlight the ultimate in hig
Five Watches Presented in 2021 Making Full Use of Luminescence - Monochrome Watches
Some watches shine brighter than others; we all know that. And that doesn't necessarily have to be attributed to copious amounts of gems or a superbly polished case. It can also be the result of the amount and application of luminescent material. And this, quite literally, can make a watch shine brighter than any diamond, especially at night! Here's our list of five watches presented in 2021 that put Super-LumiNova to good use!Bovet 1822 Virtuoso VIII Chapter Two ReimaginedIt might be considered an unlikely candidate for a Buying Guide, but Bovet is not a brand that shies away from the unconventional. The independent watchmaker has a history of creating superb, elaborate pieces often mixing traditional crafts with contemporary design and complex movements. Ad - Scroll to continue with article The Bovet 1822 Virtuoso VIII Chapter Two Reimagined, however, pushes t
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