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2008-08-10 20:01:39.0
2008-08-06 22:00:41.0
A journey through vintage ads (from:JLC)
I would like to share with you some vintage ads in order to go through 40 years of Jaeger-LeCoultre history (from the late 1920s to the late 1960s).
From Jaeger to Jaeger-LeCoultre
At the beginning of the 20th century, Lecoultre was an established company in the watchmaking industry, but it remained unknown to the final customers, as the manufacture was a supplier of nice movements for other brands. I have never seen Lecoultre ads from that period.
On the other hand, Jaeger was a recognized name,
2008-08-06 12:46:02.0
TAG Heuer Grand Carrera Calibre 8 RS Grande-Date GMT (Singapore Limited Edition) (from:Horological Meandering)
Took some pictures of the Calibre 8 RS ( rotating system) Grande-Date GMT (Singapore Limited Edition) which was announced last week.This LE version of 150 pcs only is to commemorate next month Singapore Grand Prix and the world first night race.(To read the press release please click here ) This piece is a working prototype, and nothing beats seeing the real piece . Here we go .........
The colour scheme is British Racing Green. It is also one of the corpor
2008-08-05 19:31:11.0
Debethune pictures from the technical drawings DB24 (from:Horological Meandering)
OK gentlemen. I can't really imagine any women wanting to read this after my "Hublot Big Bang King" below, as in
home.watchprosite.com
but this one...is for those who really do like movements AND a big wtch, and I really do like THIS DB24, and next to the "king from Hublot", this is the exact opposite, size is retained as an attraction. No Patek type of conservative BS here..chuckles, no offense to Patek!
Now for the very exciting parts and bits...
And this
2008-08-05 12:36:22.0
St Gallen - PPro ABR Contest -- The Results Show! (from:Horological Meandering)
Fellow PuristS,
The contest ended at 23:59 PDT 31 July 2008; contest rules and background reading clues: click here
The scores are in and tabulated.
The judges have pondered, debated, and cogitated.
We used our fingers and toes to tally the plus and minus points; and the winner ................................................................
........will be revealed "after the break" CLICK HERE to see who the winner is!
2008-08-02 03:48:39.0
Papillon chronograph continued..... (from:Daniel Roth)
I've worn this watch for several months now and I am still fascinated by all its details, the colours, textures and shapes. A picture is worth a thousand words so here are several fresh images shot in a the fading light at dusk.
Click here to see the rest of the photos.
Click here to see the rest of the photos.
2008-08-01 08:14:27.0
Photo report of July 31st New York Get-Together at the Grand Havana Room (from:Horological Meandering)
Photo report of July 31st New York Get-Together at the Grand Havana Room
On the last day of July, a group of New York based Purists / Watch lovers congregated at the Grand Havana Room for a night of cocktails, aromatic cigar puffing, fine dining, and all around camaraderie among old and new friends.
The Grand Havana Room, situated at the prime location of 5th avenue and overlooking some of the most magnificent architectures in midtown, is a private club and one of the few remaining spots left
2008-07-31 15:45:07.0
Watch Review - VC Patrimony Traditionnelle Self Winding (from:Vacheron Constantin)
Making It New
When Ezra Pound exhorted "Make it new," he was challenging his contemporaries to find value in the cultural works of the past and to recast them for the present. Pound himself used the techniques of translation, imitation, allusion, and quotation to achieve his artistic goals. An overarching challenge for watch designers at historical firms is to come up with designs that respect their firm's heritage while also remaining relevant to contemporary tastes. That is, to "make it new." They us
2008-07-31 12:19:41.0
JLC Contest (from:JLC)
The Prizes - 2 Copies of the JLC ONE 2008
The ONE 2008 is the first issue of the JLC Yearbook.
Inside consists the converged work of talented photographers and watchmakers showcasing over
a century and half of watchmaking marvels.
This inaugural issue of JLC ONE Yearbook is a must-have for JLC collectors and fans!
Contest Rules
2008-07-30 08:42:37.0
Cartier International Polo at The Guards Polo Club, Windsor Great Park (from:Horological Meandering)
This year Cartier International Polo celebrated its 24th anniversary. The most anticipated event of the polo calendar was watched by a 30,000 strong crowd and featured a thrilling battle for the Coronation Cup between England and Australia; it was a tight game with England ending up winning 10-9. The Cartier International Polo to this day remains the climax of the British social season.
Click here to see more.
- SJX
2008-07-29 08:11:19.0
Basel 2008: Patek Philippe 5207 instantaneous perpetual calendar (from:Patek Philippe)
Baselworld 2008
was a rich show for Patek Philippe. We certainly had enough new offerings to
please all Patek Philippe lovers. The simple watch amateurs got the marvellous
5124 Gondolo as a subject of admiration, the white gold version being a very
appealing homage to the 5101 tourbillon. The serious collectors have to choose
(if necessary) between the blue 5070P, the yellow 5970J or the pink dialed
5450P! Did we talk about the highly complicated pieces aficionados? Not yet! Oh
sorry! Here it
2008-07-28 20:04:43.0
Casemaking at Thomas Prescher Haute Horlogerie (from:AHCI)
Casemaking at Thomas Prescher Haute Horlogerie
Today I will be visiting Thomas Prescher to see their CNC machine making case parts and learn how this is done. After arriving in Twann by train I realise that I could have better taken the boat for a leisurely voyage. The train station is about 15 yards from the pier.
After a 5 minute walk to the Prescher shop I find Thomas and Marc, one of his watchmakers and CNC specialist, ready to go.&n
2008-07-27 20:09:51.0
Tag Heuer @ Sincere Watch Academy (SWA) with Monaco 360LS & V4 (from:Horological Meandering)
26th June 2008, Singapore TAG Heur Horology Colloquium - Mastery of Time from Heritage to Innovation Two gentlemen appeared at the SWA last month to highlight the achievements of the Tag Heuer in the field of timekeeping and timepieces.They were Thomas Houlon (Brand Director of the Innovation Team) & Jean Campiche (Head of Timing Department) from TAG Heuer.Beside going to listen for Tag Heuer new development, I was curious to meet the Jean Campiche. The person who could do multiple racing cars timekee
2008-07-27 10:32:00.0
I promise to relook at the Opus 8, as a potential customer. (from:Harry Winston)
For what it is worth...I have been thinking that to own one, may just add a certain "completeness" to my collection.
In fact, it may boost my collection's carnival status...I mean this in the most positive light!
So far, the team has been working on an even MORE ambitious and awe inspiring project...Opus 3, and it is about time to see it. My hats off to the guys behind both Opus 8 and 3.
Here is a new updated picture!
===For Bernard's original post in Harry Winston forum, plea
2008-07-24 13:21:38.0
Breguet La Tradition 7027 labelled movement (front & back) (from:Breguet)
Dear Purists,
Please find below my final labelled images of the anterior and posterior surfaces of the La Tradition 7027BA/11/9V6 (Cal. 507DR). Many thanks to Aaron and John who contributed greatly to my understanding of the anatomy and physiology of this unique timepiece. Please note that the labels used are not based on any official Breguet nomenclature.
Andrew
=== For Andrew's original post in Breguet forum, please CLICK HERE
2008-07-23 14:01:44.0
The first chronometry trial of the 21st century (from:Horological Meandering)
The first chronometry trial of the 21st century will be
held next year.
The following is the invitation for contestants.
Thanks to Magnus Bosse for the heads-up!
It will be interesting to follow this through the next year.
We can only support this and hope that it will not just be a one-shot affair,
and in the future include Japan
too. Don -------------------------------------------------------------------
International chronometry contest 2009 Preamble In orde
2008-07-23 13:44:34.0
Mickey WORLD'S 1ST NIGHT RACE Formula 1 ltd to 50 pieces, and close look at dial form (from:Gerald Genta)
The first night race in the world, F1 is to open in sept 2008. note the white visors, not black/tinted.
These are the 50 pieces to be issued on that day! Collectable for sure. Numbered as 1/50, NO other numbers at all.
1 of 50!!!
Now, the quality of the dials are quite exceptional. The white carbon fibre.
Note the on going sailor version is more complex...
The old Mickey dials are no match in terms of mult
2008-07-23 13:42:07.0
As we spoke of Perpetual Calendars, is the A.LECOULTRE 8 DAYS Perpetual the nicest? (from:JLC)
I recently posted a topic about the Grande Memovox, an appealing perpetual calendar with its platinum case and its deep blue dial...It gave me the idea to make a comparative post about JLC Perpetual Calendars...This A.L 8 Days Perpetual is, for me, one of the more elgant and very nicest JLC Perpetual CalendarIt corresponds more to the view I have of a classic and timeless piece.
The platinum case ( All the A.LECOULTRE watches have a platinum case ), is 41,5mm large, traditionnaly designed, with som
2008-07-23 13:00:29.0
The 21st centuries first chronometry trial (from:Horological Meandering)
The
first chronometry trial of the 21st century will be held
next year.
The
following is the invitation for contestants.
Thanks
to Magnus Bosse for the heads-up!
It
will be interesting to follow this through the next year.
We can only
support this and hope that it will not just be a one-shot affair, and
in the future include Japan too.
Don
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International
chronometry contest 200
2008-07-21 18:02:45.0
Reinventing the history of Jaquet Droz (from:Jaquet Droz)
I know many of you have seen the animated ad for Montres Jaquet Droz on the forum.
How do I know this?
Because of the number of emails I've received asking me to explain how it is possible for Jaquet Droz to be celebrating it 270th anniversary!
Well, here is the fact. In 1738 Pierre Jaquet Droz set up his first horological workshop at a farm called Sur Le Pont in La Chaux de Fonds. At the time there was no such thing as the modern day wristwatch. Pierre Jaquet Droz excelle
2008-07-21 16:26:32.0
Some impressions of the WW.TC Lady reference 49860 (and a real lady) (from:Girard Perregaux)
Dear enthusiasts,
new for 2008 are these additions to GP´s Lady WW.TC, the popular world timer which was re-designed to fit the female wrists:
The newly added variations include fully paved cases in pink or white gold, with genuine mother-of-pearl dials in different matching colours an satin fabric straps. Another variant, which already is quite in demand, is the "WW.TC Shopping" we´ve covered earlier - the "shopping zones" in 3 different variations make for a fun accessory,
2008-07-21 09:13:52.0
Quick thoughts about an admirable watch: The Senator Rattrapante (from:Glashütte Original)
Last week, I had the opportunity to see and admire another great Chrono, one of those you / we never think about when we speak about prestigious pieces...The Senator Rattrapante!
This is true, we always speak of the PP 5070, the Chrono Malte from Vacheron, the JLC Duo Metre A Chronographe or, of course, of the Lange Datograph...And never, or quite never, of this GO!This is not fair, as this Chrono is a beautiful example of the sense of the finish of the German Watchmaking...First, a gorgeous, not to
2008-07-20 04:34:51.0
The Jaeger-LeCoultre 175th Anniversary exhibition in Singapore (from:JLC)
To mark its 175th Anniversary, JLC has organised a series of events here in Singapore, including a watchmaking Masterclass as well as various talks. In conjunction with those events is an exhbition of some of the best JLC timepieces from past and present. Click here to see more.
- SJX
SJX's report: CLICK HERE
raphmeister's report: CLICK HERE
Kong's report: CLICK HERE
MTF's report: CLICK HERE
Jacky's report: CLICK HERE
2008-07-19 11:13:08.0
A quick view on the Longines Diver Vintage (from:Horological Meandering)
At the Beginning of
the 60ies, or at the end of the 50ies, some manufactures released very nice
Diving Watches, like Vulcain with its Nautical, JLC with the Deep Sea Alarm,
Enicar with the Super Divette, the Sherpa, etc, with this specificity that
there were 2 crowns watches, with an inside bezel.
Of course, I'm not saying that the diving watches appeared only in the
beginning of the Sixties, as Panerai launched in 1936 the Cali, and some famous
brands were competiting on this thema since 1953
2008-07-16 21:29:37.0
A quick Ode to the Black Memovox (from:JLC)
This is IMHO the nicest, the most elegant Memovox ever made!I had the opportunity to get one for some days, and to take some pics to share with you all.And, although I already knew that I loved it, now I know that I need it!The Memovox ref E 855, is IMHO a timeless watch, and with the black dial and these thin and long embossed indexes, this version is just gorgeous.Look at these curves, at these proportions and volumes,
Did you notice the slightly domed plexy, which enhances the ch
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