Reactions ranged from thunderous applause to irritated shaking of the head when a gold luxury watch with a strap made of rubber was presented for the first time in 1980. It is now clear that Hublot hit the bull’s eye with this material, which lends exclusive timepieces a dynamic lightness. The fresh breeze is most welcome – especially in summer. …
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« What is the coordinated universal time? » Two standards, great confusion: Many watch manufacturers, such as Rolex, use the designation GMT for their models with two time zones. Other manufactures, such as Rado or Sinn, call the same complication UTC. We explain the similarities and differences between the two designations and why the differentiation is crucial in many applications. Greenwich …
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« Swiss quality work for the premium segment » Anyone who buys a quartz watch expects above all reliability, precision and a long battery life. To guarantee top quality standards in the electronic segment, many watch brands have themselves supplied by Ronda. Our article explains who this manufacturer is, why a Ronda movement offers great advantages and which brands value …
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« Something fancy for the wrist » For some gentlemen, it is enough that they themselves know the value of their luxurious timepiece. Equally legitimate is the desire of other men that their precious accessory catches the eye. Do you belong to the second faction? Look forward to special wristwatches that testify to their sense of style and are guaranteed …
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« Watch trend that all brands will take up in 2023 » The Corona pandemic tugged at good spirits. Conspicuously often, therefore, green wristwatches were already launched in 2021 to boost them. The novelty: from head to toe, the color is a trend in 2023, which is welcome for exclusive timepieces. After all, beyond fads, design that conveys happiness and …
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« Waiting lists for luxury watches » Anyone who wants to realize their dream of owning a Rolex in 2023 faces a dilemma: eternal waiting times or astronomical prices on the secondary market? We explain how the infamous “waiting list” works, which models require the longest patience and which collections promise the highest chances of success. Top secret: The Rolex …
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« Sinn and Junghans vs Glashütte » Frankfurt, Schramberg, Glashütte: the heart of the German watch industry beats in three cities and brims with diversity. From the engineering wonder of a Sinn special watch to the Bauhaus-inspired elegance of Junghans watches, the spectrum of automatic models is huge and competes against a Glashütte brand world that couldn’t be more varied. …
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A lucky person remembers their grandfather’s inherited wristwatch. It turns out to be a coveted Rolex, for which collectors pay six-figure sums in euros. Bull’s eye! The marginal note in the daily newspaper stokes curiosity: What is my watch worth? It would be nice to have a DIY checklist to set the price in stone. Unfortunately, there is no such …
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« These watches are from design icons » Gérald Genta, Max Bill, Richard Orlinski: the most famous watch designers of all time are inextricably linked with their masterpieces, some of which have been causing excitement on our wrists for decades. Other design watches come from the pens of talents who are rather unknown outside the watch world. We take a …
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« New classics for elegant ladies » Small divas with great charisma: cocktail watches are the playful models of the watch world and give their aesthetics top priority. Where functional aspects take a back seat, creativity and glamorous details form a fascinating companion for noble occasions. What distinguishes the cocktail watch and which six models you absolutely have to know, …
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