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Omega Speedmaster X-33 Skywalker - In-Depth Live photos, specs and price - Monochrome-Watches
The Idea of reviewing a watch powered by a quartz caliber might be an anathema here at Monochrome-Watches. The mechanical beauty of the watches presented here, the complexity of their calibers, their finish, their overall design and their layout are parameters that drive Frank and the team to insist on presenting solely mechanical watches. Undoubtedly, mechanical watches have a certain prestige, a nostalgic aura among other qualities and are rightly associated with the term ‘luxury watch.’ However, there are some quartz timepieces that are uber cool. Watches that have been built with a sole purpose in mind, tool watches using to their advantage the capabilities of their quartz heart. One of these marvels of electronics and micro-engineering is the chronograph that can be branded as the brainchild of the mighty Speedmaster; the Omega?Speedmaster X-33 Professional Skywalker (reference:318.90.45.79.01.001).BackgroundThe legend of the Moonwatch (read the story about how the Ome
Pre SIHH 2015: Greubel Forsey GMT titanium Black ADLC - The Dark Side and the Earth (specs and price) - Monochrome-Watches
Since founding their unique watch company ten years ago in 2004, Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey have created an indelible footprint, instantly recognisable and firmly imprinted on the world of watchmaking. In the space of just one decade Greubel Forsey have become a benchmark watchmaker, and every move they make is followed keenly by collectors and other watchmakers alike. One of their most famous creations now comes in black: say hello to the?Greubel Forsey GMT titanium Black ADLC.For their latest foray, Greubel Forsey revisit the horological marvel that is their GMT from 2011-2012 and present the Greubel Forsey GMT Black in a new limited edition of only twenty-two pieces (we previously found a unique piece in?platinum DLC coated), and you know what, even if blacked watches are not your thing, they've nailed it again! It is hugely impressive and even though it's not a new concept, there is still so much to take in. Ad - Scroll to continue with article
Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador Flameante Salmon Dial - Review, Price
Cuervo y Sobrinos, the Swiss brand with Cuban roots, expands its Historiador collection with this new Flameante model with an elegant salmon dial. Like all Cuervo y Sobrinos designs, the mood is markedly retro. In the case of the Historiador Flameante collection, the inspiration is taken directly from a Cuervo y Sobrinos model produced in the 1950s. With its slim profile, distinctive lugs and hand-wound movement, the flaming' dial of the watch catches the eye immediately.Cuervo y Sobrinos is an oddity in the world of Swiss watchmaking: it is the only Swiss brand with Cuban roots. Established in Havana in 1882, the brand was revived in the late 1990s and has carved a niche with models that lean heavily on vintage design cues. In line with more contemporary tastes, the cases are larger than the original vintage pieces which inspired the collections. Most of the Historiador family watches are equipped with modern, Swiss mechanical movements. There are recreations, like the Historiador Lan
Hands-On Review Grand Seiko Spring Drive SLGA007 Lake Suwa (Price)
During the past year or so, fans of Grand Seiko have been well treated. The many new and superbly executed watches forming the Evolution 9 collection have provoked some discussions and certainly some sales too. And the two White Birch models, either the Hi-Beat Automatic SLGH005 or the Spring Drive SLGA009, have been some of the most coveted watches in the recent history of the brand. Yet, not everyone will be attracted by these light, intensely textured watches. But you don’t have to feel neglected if the White Birch isn’t your thing. Grand Seiko has more to offer, specifically with the “Lake Suwa” SLGA007, which is basically the same watch, sharing the same qualities, but with a different expression and dial colour that could even make you turn your back to the silvery-white version.?Grand Seiko White Birch Spring Drive SLGA009 (left) and Hi-Beat SLGH005 (right), both with a shimmering silver-toned and strongly textured dial.I’m not going to lie; the Gra
Pellikaan Timing Limited Edition FC Utrecht - Monochrome Watches
This is the first time a limited edition watch has been made especially for a Dutch soccer team and it’s made by a Dutch watch brand. Pellikaan Timing created the 2011 limited edition of 25?pieces for FC Utrecht and it’s a pretty cool watch!?See for yourself… the Pellikaan Timing LE 2011 for FC Utrecht.After Pellikaan Timing donated a Flying Dutchman watch to a charity auction held by Dutch soccer team FC Utrecht in 2010, responses where very enthusiastic. So enthusiastic that the idea to create a limited edition for FC Utrecht took shape and here you can see the result. Ad - Scroll to continue with article The FC Utrecht staff gave number 1/25 as a present to the club’s president who was leaving.?Number 2/25 was (again) donated by Pellikaan Timing to FC Utrecht’s yearly ?charity and that meant € 4,000 Euro for a good cause. Now 23
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