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Eisenhowers Heuer, Jordans Datograph, Bond's Submariner... 5 Great Missing Watches
Some watches have gained true cult status, mostly because of who wore them. Notable actors, men of political and historical importance, some of the greatest pilots or even space heroes who walked on the Moon. Not only are these watches great horological objects, but their background has given them an unbeatable aura, which extends far beyond the small circle of watch enthusiasts. Some years ago, Ben Clymer of Hodinkee published a list of 12 great watches that were known to exist but that were MIA (missing in action). Since then, a couple of them have resurfaced; however, today we are going to look at five other lost watches that we’d love to see reappear.?Buzz Aldrin during the Apollo 11 mission, his Speedmaster on the wrist.Many watches that have built up the reputation of a certain model have been lost. Take for instance Buzz Aldrin’s Omega Speedmaster, one of the two actual watches that gave this model its “Moonwatch” name. What about Jean-Claude Killy’
The New Bulgari Octo Finissimo Carbon Gold Editions (Live Pics & Video)
Attaining iconic status in the world of watchmaking is no easy feat. This is what however very much what Bulgari has achieved in a record span of just ten years, with the bold contemporary Italian design and sophisticated Swiss mechanics of the Octo Finissimo. Naturally, the Octo Finissimo is above anything else a statement of style and class. Bulgari crowned itself the master of ultra-slim movements, through what the brand likes to call La Estetica de la Meccanica. This culminated in no less than 8 world records in ultra-thin watchmaking since 2014. But one aspect that is not often widely discussed is how the use of the material has been crucial in the evolution of this collection, if only for a matter of colour, comfort and touch for this eminently tactile and ergonomic watch. On the occasion of Geneva Watch Days 2023, Bulgari introduces two new versions of its ultra-thin luxury sports watch in an original combination of materials: Carbon and Gold.Following titanium, platinum, rose a
IWC Portugieser Chronograph 3714 (Specs & Price)
Since its debut in 1998, the IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ref. 3714 has become the most sought-after, the most recognisable, and certainly the best-selling model in the Portugieser family. Apart from being a veritable design success, this watch has acquired cult status for one reason: it hasn’t changed a bit since its inception. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of this modern icon, we thought it was time to take an in-depth look at this watch with a review of the?Portugieser Chronograph 3714.A short history of the?IWC PortugieserThe IWC?Portugieser (not referred to as Portuguese or Portugaise any longer) has its roots in the country that gave its name to this iconic watch. Portugal has a rich history of navigating legends, with explorers of the stature of Vasco da Gama or?Ferdinand Magellan, but maritime exploration has nothing to do with the name of this watch. Ad - Scroll to continue with article
Opinion - what to think about the new Piaget Polo S and Polo S Chronograph in steel (specs & price) - Monochrome Watches
In an event that occurred yesterday night in New York City, Piaget, the manufacture?known for ultra-thin watches, introduced a brand new version of its sports watch, the Polo. This new?Piaget Polo S is special in?several aspects, as first of all it shows an entirely new design – previous watches looked like this (click here)?and were still rather consistent since the inception of the model in 1979 – and secondly, it is made in?steel (previous series were in?gold or titanium). It becomes the new “entry-level” for the brand, and is a new proposal for the?luxury sports watch segment. With its pretty?face and in-house movements, the new Piaget Polo S?seems to be a pretty good deal, however that pretty face looks familiar….?Introducing?the?new Piaget Polo S and Polo S Chronograph in steelFor this brand new edition, the Piaget Polo undergoes a serious refreshing cure. The design of the collection, which was consistent since its inception in 1979 (a sort of cushi
A Personal Insight To Why I Bought the Union Glashutte 1893 Johannes Durrstein
I’m very fortunate (and spoilt, in a way) to handle hundreds of watches every year working for MONOCHROME Watches. To the point that I almost have to admit it’s not that easy to be impressed anymore, but it does happen from time to time. Of course, it’s not that difficult to be amazed by very complex and exquisitely finished watches, but I have to take a certain budget into account when it concerns my own collecting adventures. But when I first stepped into the Union Glashutte manufacture about a year ago, I did not expect to be swept off my feet. The reason for this unexpected love-at-first-sight moment? The handsome 1893 Johannes Durrstein Edition Power Reserve, which I wrote about first in 2022. Seeing it in person made me pull the trigger on this one, which was far from planned, given I had a wedding to pay for shortly after that. Despite all this, and since I now own one, I wanted to revisit the 1893 Johannes Durrstein Edition Power Reserve for my own – and
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