mkt33For some reason, the bezel is a very special component on a watch for me. The interface between the bezel and crystal, the decorative elements, and the thickness....it either makes or breaks the purchasing decision for me. Here are two watches with unique bezels and cases.: The Villemont Ultime bezel with the custom design motif and the body of the case cradled by the lugs. It is not obvious in the picture but in the metal the interplay between the brushed surfaces of the case and the highly polished edges .....">Story

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KMII' Frederick Douglass taught that literacy is the path from slavery to freedom. There are many kinds of slavery and many kinds of freedom, but reading is still the path.' Carl Sagan That reading is the path should be obvious to all PuristS; after all, we spend a good deal of our spare time here at Watchprosite, reading and interacting (i.e. writing) about one of our favourite hobbies, watches. So let me delve right into enabling you a further reading experience here, from the Montblanc Boutique reopening in .....">Story

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MTFChopard and the Mille Miglia Race Mille Miglia 2017 Race Edition Chronograph sketch Mille Miglia 2016 Winner Mille Miglia 1927 Mille Miglia 1927 The Mille Miglia 2017 is an extra special event because it is the 90th anniversary of "the world's most beautiful race". Mille Miglia 2017 Race Edition Chronograph Chopard has been the official timekeeper and partner of the Mille Miglia since 1988 and even fields some racing cars each year. The relationship was born from a personal passion for classic cars nurtured ... ...">Story

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andrewluffI have tried on many clear watches over the years, all the way from costing several million Swiss Francs down to the original Jellyfish Swatch watch (which was one of my first watches and long lost, but I still have good memories wearing it). Swatch Jellyfish (circa 1985) Since owning my Jellyfish, there has been nothing that I would actually part with my own money for and enjoy as a permanent part of my collection. OK, there were watches I could see myself wearing but with a price tag not to match my budget! ... ...">Story

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amanicoThis is a familiar feeling: you discover a watch, you fall in love with it, and some months after, the lust has gone. Each year, when I go to the SIHH, I have my horological " coups de coeur ". Some are here to stay, others go quite fast. I have a technique about that...">Story

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foverstaA few days ago, Montblanc organised a presentation of the 2017 novelties (leather goods, watches, writing instruments, accessories) in a prestigious hotel close to the Place de la Concorde. Clients of the brand and journalists were invited to discover them in the different rooms of the suite which was booked for this purpose. For me, it was a good opportunity to discover the timepieces novelties since I couldn't attend the SIHH. Sadly, this 2017 collection was not comprehensive even if the key pieces (the .....">Story

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foverstaSo here it is! The 2017 collection landed on Paris and it will be displayed till the 24th of May at the Lange boutique located rue de la Paix. Well, when I say the 2017 collection, it is not the full one since the complicated watches are missing and I regret it. These pieces obviously contribute to the Lange prestige and it is a pity that the people who couldn't/can't attend the SIHH don't have the opportunity to see them. So the Honey Gold Zeitwerk Decimal Minute Repeater, the Tourbograph Perpetual Calendar .....">Story

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amanicoOne of the highlights from the 2011 collection certainly was the Tribute to Reverso 1931. We tend to forget the rose gold version which was introduced at the very same time than the steel. The steel being unveiled in an edition for the US: This trio was the premise or the promise of a rich collection of Ultra Thin Reversos. Judge by yourself: In 2012, we had The Red, in 2013, the Silver steel ( yes in 2011, there was also a silver grained dial in white gold ) and the Blue Duo, in 2014 came the Grande Reverso .....">Story

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foverstaThe Tour Auto 2017 has just ended in Biarritz after a week of race that allowed competitors to visit for the first time Brittany. The gathering of vehicles on the starting line at the Grand Palace is a must for all lovers of classic vehicles. Beyond the beauty of the monumental location that undoubtedly enhances the sensual lines of the bodies of these mechanical wonders, it is the quality of the set of the competitors that makes this rally so special and magical. It allows especially to appreciate vehicles .....">Story

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andrewluffJust as a follow on from my fun thread, I have a serious question here.... Does the tag line 'Making watches since XXX' really sell watches or it is just all smoke and mirrors? Turn back a few months to Baselworld 2017 and a visit to my favourite area in the fair now relocated and rebranded as 'Les Ateliers' (previously known as the tent or the official name - The Palace). This was advertised as the place to visit for independent brands and for me, has always been the creative hub of the fair - the place ... ...">Story

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