Category: New This Week
Patek Philippe 5235 Annual Calendar Regulator – Inspired?
Aficionados will no doubt already be familiar with the recently released Ref. 5235 Annual Calendar Regulator from Patek Philippe – the storied brand’s first ever piece to feature a regulator dial. Like all good Pateks (is there such a thing as a bad one?) the dial design is clean and easy to ready yet still retains a high-level of visual appeal, drawing the eye without the usual fanfare other brands are forced to rely on.
Been There, Done That: The First Watchmakers’ Ball
A few months ago The Watch Lounge received a Press invitation to the first “Watchmaker’s Ball”. Our first reaction was something along the lines of “never heard of it, sounds like it would be boring no matter what palace it’s at” So when the computer asked ‘Do you want to delete this email?’ the answer was a quick and decisive ‘yes!’
Only Watch 2011 – Our Picks So Far
Undoubtedly many of you would be aware of (and eagerly anticipating) the arrival of the ‘Only Watch’ auction that is held in Monaco every 2 years under the patronage of HSH Prince Albert II. This special event sees some of the best known watch-makers and artisans in the world dedicating their exceptional talents to creating unique pieces to be auctioned, with the proceeds being donated to fund medical research into Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
The Incredible Story of Raketa Watches
Got some spare money taking up space in your bank account? And some free time to spend on your passion; watches? Then come with us, we’re going to show you how to rebuild a brand.
L’Incroyable Histoire de Raketa
Vous avez un peu d’argent de côté ? Du temps libre à consacrer à votre passion, l’horlogerie ? En ce cas, suivez-nous, nous allons vous montrer comment reconstruire une marque. Nous avons rencontré Jacques von Polier. Avant tout, il est homme d’affaires, vivant en Russie depuis plus de 15 ans. Il connaît le marché, il connaît la [...]
Complications : les tendances de demain
Le monde des complications ne connait pas de limite. Mais les horlogers ont-ils pour autant le loisir de créer tout ce qui leur vient à l’esprit ? Naturellement non, et pour une raison principale : l’opinion du consommateur est forgée par ce que les marketeurs appellent des ‘tendances’. Et le fait est que la tendance de 2010 fut celle d’un retour à des pièces simples, discrètes, lisibles, ce qui n’est pas vraiment le terrain de jeu favori des inventeurs géniaux mais un peu hors normes. Comment les deux vont-ils se (ré)concilier ?
Press Release: Jaeger-LeCoultre To Auction Memovox Tribute To Deep Sea Prototype N°1
Within the framework of the partnership between Jaeger-LeCoultre, the International Herald Tribune and the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, the Grande Maison in the Vallée de Joux is announcing the auction of a unique model. The proceeds will be entirely devoted to safeguarding a remarkable marine site, the fauna and flora sanctuary around Malpelo island, Colombia.
Pre-Basel World 2011: The Twenty-8 Collection From Kari Voutilainen
Basel World 2011 is almost upon us and soon the market will be literally inundated with new releases from the world of luxury watches. It can be hard to wade through the enormous amount of information disseminated during this incredible show however we do encourage you to try and save some processing space in your overworked brain for this particular unveiling; the new Twenty-8 collection from world-renowned, independent watch-maker Kari Voutilainen.
Extremely Rare Patek Philippe Ref.2419 Sells For $710,500 At Auction
A few weeks ago we wrote about an extremely rare and historically significant Patek Philippe that was to be offered at auction by vintage watch specialists Antiquorum. This never before seen piece was made in 1946 and originally retailed by Cartier New York to a wealthy New York businessman.
MB&F HM3 ReBel – For The Right-Handed Rebel In You
You know you have something truly special when you have to create a unique piece just to enable your die-hard fans the opportunity to really stand out from what is already a very exclusive crowd. Yet, this is exactly what luxury machine-maker MB&F has had to do, leading to the creation of the HM3 ReBel – a limited edition piece for those who like to walk on the even wilder side.
Wow Watch Wednesday: Patek Philippe Ref. 2419 Minute-Repeater Offered At Auction (VIDEO)
Famed antique watch auctioneers Antiquorum have just announced that they will be offering a never before seen Patek Philipe ref 2419 minute-repeating wristwatch, originally retailed by Cartier, in their upcoming auction on March 10th in New York. To ensure maximum exposure collectors will have the opportunity to take a closer look at this unique piece at special previews to be held in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Los Angeles and New York.
Snowgolf Cup 2011 : Vacheron glacé
Concentration, précision du mouvement, tradition, élégance, ainsi, quoi qu’on en dise, qu’une certaine forme d’élitisme : le golf et la haute horlogerie partagent de toute évidence un ADN commun. De Rolex à TAG Heuer, les plus grandes marques s’aventurent régulièrement sur les greens. Vacheron Constantin ne manque pas à l’appel, mais au travers d’une formule pour le moins atypique : la Snowgolf Cup.
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