First, I was surprised by how thin they were compared to modern extra-thin watches, and by the flexibility of the bracelet (even the base bends). The presence of the aged steel was also outstanding. However, there were few examples with dials in pristine

First, I was surprised by how thin they were compared to modern extra-thin watches, and by the flexibility of the bracelet (even the base bends). The presence of the aged steel was also outstanding. However, there were few examples with dials in pristine

Cheers, HSTE

collab releases with the 5691 is obvious. But they’re also related to the Pop Swatch, with its unique design allowing to pop the watch on different surrounding “containers”. But the most important for me is how beautiful the 5691 is: no date, no lume, no

The original Jumbo and the latest 16202 Extra-Thin look almost identical, but I found that the 5402, with its flat case back, is actually thinner. This photo was taken at a store in Milan. I came across a specimen in excellent condition right from the sta

It is - the B-2000 (in, what AP calls „the small case number“) and - the number 100‘000 (in, what AP calls „the big case number“ which is engraved inside the case). Cheers, HSTE

From June 1972: Reference 5402, number A-3x. Unmolested. Pure. Plain. Minimalistic. The Original. Cheers, HSTE

Of course the 16202 has a three-part case, not two-part like the OG 5402, but I still think it's a great version of the Jumbo with an improved movement and it makes a wonderful duo with your 5711! Huge congratulations again on this acquisition! Best, Emma

Swiss native architect Albert Frey. He significantly influenced the Palm Springs mid-century modernist architecture. In the second picture (taken by me last Saturday) you see the Aluminaire House from 1931 outside the Palm Springs Museum of Art. A fascina