If Henry Fischer, Stührling’s “affably intense” founder, had listened to the well-meaning conventional wisdom, then Stührling would never have proved that terms like “internet brand” and “quality timepiece” can be used in the same sentence. “I kept asking, ‘Why not?’” he said. “As in, ‘Why not a watch brand that’s manufactured in the same part […]
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Last week was very impressive auction week. First, the Omega Speedmaster CK2915-1 that sold for a over 230.000 Euro via the Swedish auction house Bukowski (click here for our report) and then there was the Rolex Daytona ‘Paul Newman’ reference 6239, owned by Paul Newman himself, that fetched a whopping $17,752,500 USD at the Phillips […]
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This week I’ll wear my Bedat & Co No 8. A beautifully designed and constructed watch, which is hardly known and not often seen. Bedat & Co No 8, ref 888.018.310 – 52Mondayz, week #44 Nowadays Bedat & Co has its focus totally on ladies watches. However, one, two decenia back, there were attractive mans watches […]
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Skeleton watches are a category on their own. Since it is almost Halloween I thought this was a good moment to talk about those watches. But before we talk about it I would like to show you my version. When you think about what is important for a watch, one of the first things that […]
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As we introduced you to our Catawiki Favorites (Editor’s Choice) two weeks ago already (click here), this time we show you three different watches of our choice. A tough one, as we could choose from a nice variety of watches (and brands). However, this week we picked a Yema, Omega and Heuer. We have partnered […]
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As per the title says this article is not about the latest iPhone extension screen, as well known as ‘smart watch’. It however, details a tool watch. A purposely-built object for the ones in need of a companion during their (adventurous) journeys. The anomaly is that while it is not a smartwatch, it is a […]
Visit Tissot T-Touch Expert Solar II – Not a smartwatch to read the full article.
New Coke, the Porsche 996, and Star Wars: The Phantom Menace – all things that, upon introduction, were meant to be better than their predecessors. On paper, they probably were or perhaps they tested well amongst some group of people thought to encompass the product’s target market. But…we know what people ultimately thought. On the […]
Visit #TBT A Matte Dial Rolex GMT-Master 16750 to read the full article.
This year, Omega not only introduced the 60th anniversary ‘Trilogy’ and the ‘Speedy Tuesday’, they also brought us the Seamaster Aqua Terra 2017 models. Not too long ago, we published an article on the 15th anniversary of the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra (you can find it here), showing you an overview of these models since […]
Visit Hands-On Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 2017 Review to read the full article.
Quite spectacular for Speedmaster enthusiasts is the auction at Bukowskis tomorrow on October 25th in Stockholm. Two first generation Speedmaster watches, reference CK2915-1. This means not only the first generation, but really the very first (‘-1’) models. According to Bukowskis, the pristine CK2915-1 from June 1958 is the most prestigious watch they’ve ever auctioned. Both […]
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Here at Fratello Watches, we enjoy getting out to see our longstanding readers while taking the opportunity to meet new faces. Last week, I had the chance to do exactly that. A month or so earlier, Markus (aka @vintagewatchzilla), informed me that he was working with Omega Austria to organize a small, but activity packed, […]
Visit Speedy Tuesday – the Omega GTG in Vienna to read the full article.
A design homage with many details done right, the Monta Oceanking. Its looks clearly remember us of dive watches as seen half way the last century. Modern techniques make sure this watch stands out from a crowd however. Monta Oceanking – 52Mondayz Author Michael Stockton already wrote an extensive write up on the brand after […]
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Right before the Christmas madness will break loose, Oris introduces to you their new Artelier Date Diamonds models in 33mm. A mid-sized case watch for women whereas the watch was previously only available in a small 28mm. This Artelier Date with 12 brilliant-cut diamonds on the dial might be a great gift (for your wife, […]
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MILENEAL a new and emerging brand of men’s watches will be catering to an exclusive niche – the young and dynamic working class mainly comprised of millennials, the watch design is a stylish combination of comfort, quality and versatility. Its inspired design is an ode to geometry and nature. The new micro brand’s tagline is […]
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An introduction to mechanics Plates, axes, wheels, gears. For all those who spent hours building and dismantling technical constructions, experimenting in the engineering world, the Big Bang MECA-10 offers itself as a transitional object. It took two years to develop and refine a new manufacture movement with on-board mechanics. Atypical architecture with Meccano-type design. Following […]
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In all honesty, even though I love this brand from Glashütte, I don’t own a NOMOS watch (yet) nor was there one – seriously – on my radar. Reason? They are too small for me (or I am too big for them), that’s basically the reason. Now, NOMOS introduced 14 new watches as being part […]
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At Fratello Watches, it could be said that we’ve viewed the inception and subsequent growth of the American micro brand, Oak and Oscar, from afar. However, that’s not exactly the case. Several of us are in touch with its founder, chief designer, and wearer of many other hats, Chase Fancher, on a relatively frequent basis. […]
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It was 2007 and I was window shopping at a watch store that had low to mid range watches. Brands like Festina, Casio, Tissot and Certina were in there, mostly sports models and of course mostly chronographs. Two watches stood out of the crowd for me; the Tissot PRC 200 (which I bought, not there […]
Visit Certina DS Podium Chronograph Lap Timer – Hands on Review to read the full article.
Cosmonaut Gennady Padalka has spent 879 days in space, during 5 different missions. It is about 50 days more than the second record holder (also a cosmonaut). During Padalka’s International Space Station Expedition 31/32, he wore an Omega Speedmaster Professional. Now, this watch is being offered at an auction this month. Not a special engraved or radial […]
Visit Speedy Tuesday – Bid On A Flown Speedmaster Professional to read the full article.
Florijn, Dutch Glory! In the 52Mondayz line up this is the second watch brand with its origin in The Netherlands. The first one I covered was Fred Dingemand’s d.m.h., and now it’s the Florijn brand designed and produced by Hans Heuvelman. Teun Heerebeek mentioned the brand in his Watches & Pencils #20 before, we never […]
Visit Florijn F03 – 52Mondayz, week #42 to read the full article.
Classic design, engineering precision and high functionality Classic design, engineering precision and functionality are the guidelines for the outstanding Pilot Chronograph watches of ARCHIMEDE. The first Pilot Chronograph was rewarded several times: Winner and 3. place at the Golden Balance, 3. place at the award ‘Pilot watch of the year 2012’ of the German FliegerRevue. […]
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Technological development has always been one of the key features of Tissot. Tissot has several achievements under their belts. Did you know for instance that they assembled the first non-magnetic watch in 1929? Or that Tissot was the first company to release watches made of plastic, stone and wood? Surely, once the brand from Le […]
Visit Tissot Ballade Powermatic 80 COSC – Hands on review to read the full article.
We have partnered with Catawiki to bring you a selection of interesting watches they’ve auctioned. Different from the other auctioneers in the market, Catawiki started originally in 2008 as a website where collectors could manage and keep track of their collections (comics for example). Then, because of growing popularity of the website, Catawiki started to […]
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One of our long time readers and friends, Boris Pjanic, told us about his Brüggler chronograph. A new brand from Zürich, specialized in creating bespoke chronograph watches. Even though Boris considers himself to be a vintage watch guy, he was intrigued by the story of owners Katarina and Michael (Brüggler) when he first met them […]
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We are happy to invite you for the Speedmaster GTG on October 28th in Munich, Germany. No matter whether you have a collection of +20 vintage Speedmaster watches or just one modern one that you love dearly, you are more than welcome to join the Speedmaster gathering in Munich on October 28th. The Fratello Watches […]
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Living in the South West of Germany has its perks; it’s the warmest area of the country, the scenery is breathtaking and France and Switzerland are just a stone throw away. Two of the legendary Germany circuits are also within short driving distance. The Nürburgring is only a few hours drive for me but Hockenheim […]
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In part 1 you’ve read that during our reader’s journey to Japan, we’ve been visiting the Grand Seiko manufacture in Shiojiri. In that location, we witnessed the creation of Grand Seiko and Credor models, using their Spring Drive and 9F quartz movements. We also had a workshop in polishing cases in the ‘zaratsu’ style and […]
Visit Fratello Watches x Grand Seiko Reader’s Journey – Part 2 to read the full article.
A topic that kept our friend TLIGuy occupied for a while has to do with the use of calendars by astronauts during their mission. In fact, he asked a few astronauts about the H-shaped calendar they wore on their JB Champion bracelets, and at some point, he received an answer by one of them via […]
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You’ve probably never seen this Universal Geneve, and probably can’t even imagine they ever made such a watch. Obviously they did. Universal Geneve Senna 41, ref. 998.310 In the late 1990’s Universal Geneve teamed up with the Ayrton Senna Institute (IAS). Founded in 1994 by Ayrtons Senna’s family and presided by Viviane Senna. Viviane being […]
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With over 2,000 watches in auction every week, you can imagine that some true treasures have been bought and sold at online auction platform Catawiki. Looking back at their previous watch auctions, you’ll find a number of intriguing timepieces. Their team of watch experts, who review every watch and curate each weekly auction, have shared […]
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Flagship model from Tutima Glashütte creates a new style in the world of German watches. For more information please visit the Tutima website Tutima presents the flagship model of its new watch family to the public: the SAXON ONE symbolizes sportiness and toughness – and also delivers unmistakable esthetics. Even the name SAXON ONE heralds […]
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An Urban Jürgensen timepiece has always been an example of uncompromising craftsmanship, a tradition the company feel honour-bound to perpetuate. The Maison’s timepieces are not factory made out of some anonymous industrial building, but carefully honed in a traditional atelier. The creation of an Urban Jürgensen watch is not the product of expedience, but instead […]
Visit Reference 1142 Grenage Dial in Rose Gold or Platinum to read the full article.
2017 sees ANONIMO celebrate its 20th birthday. The last two decades have been full of innovation, change and diversity, with new products being inspired by new talent and new locations. Birthdays always inspire reflection, so this is a look back at the ANONIMO which has been, and a look forward at the ANONIMO yet to […]
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Forget about the level of difficulty concerning perpetual calendar or even tourbillon movements. A chronograph movement is the toughest to design and produce. Perhaps the reason why Audemars Piguet is able to come up with the craziest complications, but not (yet) with their own in-house chronograph. Peter Stas, CEO of Frederique Constant stressed it once […]
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Single subject watch auctions have clearly graduated from the absolute exception to somewhat of a normal occurrence. We’ve seen remarkable results from the Christie’s Speedmaster auction of almost 2 years ago and the trailblazing Bacs & Russo team has done the same with auctions focused on the Daytona and the Datejust. For fans of a […]
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Perhaps you noticed the massive Grand Seiko coverage on our Instagram (stories) already, but last week our Grand Seiko reader’s journey took place in Japan. With a couple of our readers (from the United States, Belgium and Germany) who signed up for this trip, we visited the Grand Seiko manufactures in Morioka and Shiojiri. Grand […]
Visit Fratello Watches x Grand Seiko Reader’s Journey – Part 1 to read the full article.
One of the benefits of having the Speedy Tuesday feature is that you often run into interesting people with interesting stories. Last week I was in Tokyo and met a guy who picked up his Speedmaster Speedy Tuesday in the Omega Boutique in Ginza (and I joined him) and had a wonderful time with him […]
Visit Speedy Tuesday – A Collector Talks About His Omega Speedmaster 50th Anniversary ‘Patch’ 311.30.42.30.01.001 to read the full article.
As you could read in last week’s installment of our 52Mondayz, Gerard is currently somewhere in South-America and he only brought one watch with him. So, I will take over this week and talk about a watch that I will wear. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15202ST I wrote about this watch often on Fratello Watches, […]
Visit Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15202ST – 52Mondayz, Week #40 to read the full article.
Every November, the Movember Foundation (founded in 2003) encourages men to grow their moustaches to raise money in support of 1200 health projects world wide. The Movember Foundation’s mission is to help men live happier, healthier and longer, and raise awareness (and funds) for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Oris announces […]
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In 2017, Favre-Leuba celebrates its 280th anniversary. Founded as a small watchmaker’s workshop in Le Locle in 1737 by Abraham Favre, Favre-Leuba can look back on a successful history marked by uncompromising courage, a bold pioneering spirit, the enduring refusal to accept boundaries, and the drive to grasp opportunities and strive to achieve the extraordinary. […]
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Balazs and I arrived to the Doxa booth one afternoon at Baselworld 2017 for a meeting with Rick Marei, the General Manager and “spirit” of the lauded brand. If you’ve never met Rick, he’s unlike anyone in the established watch business. As someone who runs a business that sells entirely without distribution, you could liken […]
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