Category: BaselWorld 2010
Weird Watch Wednesday: The Rebellion Predator
It’s unique and aggressive styling make the newest timepiece from novice watchmaker Rebellion our feature piece for this week. Aptly named the Predator, this latest creation represents Rebellion’s first attempt at a timepiece in a round case whilst still staying true to their automobile racing roots. Conceived in collaboration with the highly regarded, international watch [...]
New Book: Twelve Faces Of Time – Horological Virtuosos
If you’re a regular visitor to The Watch Lounge you hopefully would have realized that we are big admirers and supporters of independent luxury watchmakers. Not only are we in awe of their exceptional craftsmanship and commitment to their trade and but also of the courage and discipline required as a result of the “independent” moniker. As such, it is with great pleasure that we share
New Ball Watch Engineer Hydrocarbon – Tool Watches As They Should Be
If you’re looking for a timepiece that is tough and hard-wearing yet at the same time still refined enough for the boardroom and reasonably priced, perhaps its time you consider the Engineer Hydrocarbon collection from American-owned Swiss watchmaker Ball Watch Co. Given a complete makeover ahead of its up-and-coming debut at Basel World this year, [...]
Weird Watch Wednesday: The Concord C1 Code Chronograph
This week’s piece from Swiss watch maker Concord is certainly unique but we’re not really sure if that’s a good thing. Over the last few years the luxury brand has built a reputation for pushing the envelope when it comes to design, in large part thanks to the marketing ingenuity of former President Vincent Perriard, [...]
Having The Best Of Both Worlds – Reconvilier Hercules Golf Master
Golf enthusiasts take note – now that Tag Heuer’s Golf watch has fallen into disrepute (thanks to the meteoric demise of a certain superstar’s reputation), we have a new and improved option for you that we think is far more stylish. And useful! You see not only will this new piece from Swiss watch maker [...]
Weird Watch Wednesday: The Odyssey Lady Skeleton From Clerc
This is our first lady’s watch to feature on Weird Watch Wednesday and taking a look at it, it’s not hard to see why! Entitled the ‘Odyssey Lady Skeleton’, this new piece will be presented by its maker, Clerc, at Baselworld this year. Although the Swiss watchmaker is well known for their futuristic designs and [...]
The Dream Factory – Basel World 2010
For the first time ever, master watchmaker’s URWERK, MB&F, Speake -Marin and Christophe Claret will be presenting their unique creations together as ‘The Dream Factory’ at the Palace (opposite the Swissotel) at Baselworld this year.
Bremont To Release Limited Edition Supermarine At Basel World 2010
Last year we told you about the release of British watch maker Bremont’s inaugural dive watch, the Supermarine 500. Highly praised for combining the functionality required from a dive watch with the classic characteristics of a dress watch, the Supermarine 500 was a great success.
Ateliers deMonaco Officially Announces In-House Minute Repeater
High-end new comer Ateliers deMonaco yesterday officially announced the introduction of their very first, fully in-house developed and manufactured Minute Repeater: the Carré d’’Or Squelette Grand Tourbillon Répétition Minute TB-RM1. An exceptionally attractive and complicated piece, this latest invention grants Ateliers deMonaco entrance to a
Corum Releases Two New Golden Bridges In Preparation for Baselworld 2010
In anticipation for the Baselworld 2010 fair in March, Corum releases two new Golden Bridge models. The new models, one of which is designed for women, celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original Corum Golden Bridge, slim, baguette movement.
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