Tag: "rolex"

Collectors Take Note: Fellows & Sons Auction!

Collectors Take Note: Fellows & Sons Auction!

| September 9, 2009 | What Do You Think? (1)

Those great guys over at Fellows & Sons in the UK are at it again with another second hand jewelery and watch auction. Previous auctions have seen some stunning pieces go under the hammer, such as this one and this latest auction promises to be no exception. You have to be quick though, the auction [...]

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What Is An Officially Certified Chronometre?

What Is An Officially Certified Chronometre?

| September 8, 2009 | What Do You Think? (0)

If you are a luxury watch enthusiast then you will no doubt be familiar with the term Officially Certified Chronometre. But what does it actually mean? And who’s giving this certification? Read on to learn more about one of the most well-respected certifications in the Swiss watch industry.

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How To Pick The Right Watch For You

How To Pick The Right Watch For You

| September 5, 2009 | What Do You Think? (0)

These days when you ask someone below the age of 25 the time, chances are they will look to their mobile as opposed to their watch (assuming they’re even wearing one!) Yet, the wrist watch has been one of the most subtle and effective fashion accessories for the better part of the last two centuries. [...]

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Bamford & Sons Reimagine Rolex Milgauss For Colette Paris

Bamford & Sons Reimagine Rolex Milgauss For Colette Paris

| September 4, 2009 | What Do You Think? (8)

If you are a luxury watch enthusiast then chances are you are familiar with the name Bamford & Sons. Based in London, this innovative company is renowned for their unique and individualized after market modifications of luxury watches, namely Rolex. In their latest bespoke creation they have re-imagined a special edition of the iconic Rolex [...]

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Ulysse Nardin: Executive Dual Time

Ulysse Nardin: Executive Dual Time

| September 1, 2009 | What Do You Think? (8)

This is it, call off the search, I have found my offical ‘black-tie’ watch! Although I have always been somewhat of an admirer of the Dual Time collection from Ulysse Nardin, it wasn’t until they introduced the Executive Dual Time that I really fell in love.

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Full Black: New Wyler Genève Code-R chronograph

Full Black: New Wyler Genève Code-R chronograph

| August 31, 2009 | What Do You Think? (1)

It seems that black is back and its here to stay. I for one could not be happier. Especially when you consider the number of high quality, stealth look watches that have been steadily introduced to the market over the last 12 months. Take for example the new full-black Code-R chronograph from Wyler Genève.

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Omega Seamaster 1200m: Return of the Ploprof!

Omega Seamaster 1200m: Return of the Ploprof!

| August 29, 2009 | What Do You Think? (2)

Earlier this year Omega introduced an updated version of the legendary Ploprof. The Omega Seamaster 1200m which as the name subtlety indicates, is water resistant to an astonishing 1200m it is powered by a Calibre 8500 movement utilising Omega’s infamous co-axial technology.

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Most Expensive: 1960′s Rolex Submariner Sells For Record Price

Most Expensive: 1960′s Rolex Submariner Sells For Record Price

| August 25, 2009 | What Do You Think? (4)

On Monday the 19th of January a vintage circa 1960s Rolex 5513 Submariner with movement calibre 1530 became one of the most valuable items ever sold in a Wrist & Pocket Watch auction at Birmingham auctioneers, Fellows & Sons. The original sale estimate of £900 – £1,400 ($1,950 – $3,200) dramatically undervalued the classic, highly [...]

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