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A Guide to Different A. Lange & Söhne Models

While the Swiss are famous for leading the charge in fine watchmaking, there are other nations that boast a proud history of horology. Take for example the German watchmaker, A. Lange & Söhne....

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The History and Evolution of the Automatic Rolex Daytona

While these days it seems that vintage manual-wound Rolex Daytona chronographs are the stars of the auction world and watch collecting circles, it was only when the Daytona became an automatic watch...

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Celebrating Italian Flair with the Panerai Ferrari Granturismo Rattrapante

When it comes to design, the Italians know how to get it right. From high fashion and fast cars to lavish jewels and striking watches, there’s something to be said for the Italian take on design....

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Mixing Metals: The Best Two Tone Watches for Women

The best part about a two-tone watch is that there is no need to think twice about out it matches with the rest of your jewelry and accessories. Typically combining precious gold with sturdy stainless...

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What is the Patek Philippe Gondolo?

While some Patek watches, such as the Nautilus and the Calatrava, need no introduction, there are some less famous models that could benefit from some further investigation. Take the Patek Philippe...

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October Birthstone Jewelry: Tourmaline & Opal

For those of you born in October, you do not just have one birthstone, but two–tourmaline and opal. What’s more, since tourmaline and opal gemstones are available in a range of colors, there are so...

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What is the Calibre de Cartier Watch?

Although no one can deny that Cartier has had a long history of making gorgeous watches that people want to wear, the company was sometimes criticized for not producing their own in-house movements....

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Designer Jewelry: A Pair of Horsebit Gucci Diamond Rings Not to Miss

A statement-making ring is a must-have for any jewelry box. Whether worn during the day or at night, tt’s a great way to add some fire to a look. And Gucci, the famous Italian design powerhouse behind...

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Spotlight on the Panerai Daylight and the Sly Stallone Connection

While the Luminor and the Radiomir are famous names in Panerai parlance, there’s also the Daylight, which has significance in the brand’s modern history. Let’s find out the origins of the Panerai...

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Watch of the Month: Bovet Fleurier 46 Tourbillon Orbis Mundi Amadeo

  There are luxury watches and then there are examples of haute horology. The latter is an expression of extraordinary watchmaking skill, where complex watch complications, exceptional decoration, and...

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Dress It Up With the Rolex Cellini Dual Time

While the Cellini collection has been a part of Rolex’s catalog for decades, it was in 2014 that the brand introduced a new crop of modern Cellini dress watches flaunting a brand new design and an...

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Three Versions of the Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver Watch

While Ulysse Nardin may not be a household name, within the luxury watch world it is a brand that is highly recognized and respected. Makers of very fine Swiss watches, Ulysse Nardin was in fact...

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The History and Evolution of the Rolex GMT-Master

As the leading luxury watchmaker in the world, Rolex has a long line of hits. From the Daytona to the Submariner to the Day-Date to the Datejust, there are so many must-have Rolex watches out there....

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November Birthstone Jewelry: Topaz & Citrine

Welcome to a new month! It’s hard to believe but the end of the year is just around the corner. But before we get there, let’s celebrate those born in November. Just like October, if your birthday is...

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The First Patek Phillipe Annual Calendar Was the Ref. 5035

Today, the Patek Philippe Annual Calendar is one of the renowned Swiss watch manufacture’s most popular watches. However, what some may not know is that the annual calendar is a relatively new watch...

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Fall In Love With The Lady Arpels Pont des Amoureux Watch

  Why use a watch to simply tell the time when it can do so much more? Discover how Van Cleef & Arpels depicts a delightful tale of romance using the dial of the Lady Arpels Pont des Amoureux Watch...

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The Rolex Yacht-Master II, Four Ways

Perhaps one of Rolex’s most polarizing models to date, the Yacht-Master II is big, brash, and mechanically complex. There are those that love them and those that argue that the Yacht-Master II is the...

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A Pair of Popular Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Watches Not To Miss

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Royal Oak Offshore by Audemars Piguet. Although the Offshore began its life an a commemorate model to celebrate an anniversary of the Royal Oak, it...

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What is the Breguet Classique Hora Mundi Watch?

Hora Mundi, which is Latin for world time, is an exquisite traveler’s timepiece crafted by Breguet–one of the world’s most illustrious watchmaking brands. Join us as we find out what is the Breguet...

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Top Tonneau Watches That We Love Right Now

Named after the French word for “barrel,” tonneau watches stand out for their unusual silhouette. Not round and not quite rectangular, tonneau shaped watches became prominent during the Art Deco period...

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