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In-Depth: Everything You Should Know about the Legendary Valjoux 7750 Chronograph
The ETA Valjoux 7750 chronograph movement is well-known in the world of watchmaking for being tough, reliable, and versatile. Since it was first introduced in the early 1970s, it has gained a strong reputation for being accurate and long-lasting, which has made it a favourite chronograph calibre among both watchmakers and enthusiasts. In addition, the 7750 is built in a way that makes it relatively easy to service and update so that it can be used as a base for different kinds of upgrades and changes. Because of this, it's been used in thousands of watches, from affordable to truly high-end ones, showing how versatile and appealing it is, but also how influential it has been for the industry. We gladly mark the 50 years of the Valjoux 7750 by offering a look at its origins, characteristics and importance to the industry.Valjoux – 1901 to 1983, from Reymond Freres SA to ETAThe most better-known and pervasively present chronograph movement was created by a company founded in 1901 b
Hands-On Review of the Zenith El Primero 410 Triple Calendar and MoonPhase Chronograph (live pics, specs & price) - Monochrome-Watches
Admittedly, calendar watches are convenient, especially when it comes to full calendars (the one that display the day, the date and the month). In a glance, it allows you to have a look at all the calendar datas. So, when you mix it with an icon like the Zenith El Primero?(yes it is, both the movement and the watch that includes it), with an inspired look and a great quality, it brings you quite a package (something we were sure about at the time of its introduction). This watch has a name, the?Zenith El Primero 410 Triple Calendar and MoonPhase Chronograph and we had it for a while on the wrist. Hands-on review.A sporty, balanced elegance can define Zenith El Primero 410 Triple Calendar and MoonPhase Chronograph. It’s not our first time with this watch, as we’ve already covered it in 2014 when Zenith presents it to the public and we’ve been briefly?touching it, in a blue dial edition, at Baselworld 2015. However, you know the truth for a long time now: nothing is com
Video - Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Chronograph Skeleton Automatic
It seems to be a never-ending success story. Another year, another new ultra-thin model, another world record… Once again, Bvlgari introduces a new, ultra-technical, ultra-impressive model in its Octo Finissimo collection, once again, it sets new standards for thinness, and once again, it proves that when it comes to ultra-thin movements and watches the brand is amongst the best in class. This year, Bvlgari archives its sixth record with an openworked watch equipped with a tourbillon and an automatic chronograph… and with a case that measures just 7.40mm in height (this is less than most time-only, ultra-thin watches…) and a movement that is just 3.50mm thin. Yes, the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Chronograph Skeleton Automatic is once again a demonstration of savoir-faire, which is fully explained in the video at the top of this article with Jean-Christophe Babin, the brand’s CEO.More details about this new Octo Finissimo here, in our hands-on review, and a
Oris Aquis Date New York Harbor Limited Edition (Price)
Watchmaker Oris has been championing environmental projects around the world under its “Change for the Better” umbrella, always revolving around the theme of water. From whale and dolphin conservation to cleaning up the world's lakes?and rivers and saving coral reefs, Oris has struck upon another original project involving bivalve molluscs. This time, Oris is collaborating with the Billion Oyster Project, a non-profit determined to restore one billion oysters to New York Harbor. To help the Billion Oyster Project reseed the harbour waters with baby oysters, Oris is releasing 2,000 pieces of its high-performance Aquis diver's watch with a wonderful watery green mother-of-pearl designed to evoke the colour of the waters of New York Harbor.Billion Oyster ProjectAccording to a report by NY's Department of Environmental Projection, the Harbor is cleaner today than it's been in nearly 110 years, attracting humpback whales feeding on menhaden, or bunker fish that are now thriving
The New Fortis Marinemaster M-44 Watch (Specs & Price)
As explained in our first article, Fortis is revamping the Marinemaster collection, a name that has been with the brand since the 1950s. Presented in two sizes, the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 and M-44 are perfectly suited for the adventurous individuals among us. With proper tool watch specifications, and built to withstand a serious beating, the new collection is shaping up to be the next pillar collection for Fortis. Taking a closer look at the bigger Fortis Marinemaster M-44, it quickly becomes apparent it differs from the M-40 in more than sheer size alone.In a break from the skyward bound Official Cosmonauts and Flieger Collections, the new Fortis Marinemaster collection is geared towards people with an adventurous spirit in general. Whether it's fishing, hiking, climbing, surfing, or any other outdoor activity you can think of, you definitely want a watch that can take a punch. And judging by the specifications it certainly seems like this Marinemaster M-44 is up to the task.
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