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Patek Philippe Sky Moon Tourbillon: The Sky on the Back of a Watch
A rose gold Patek Philippe Sky Moon Tourbillon reference 5002R sold for about USD 1,542,500 at Sotheby's in Hong Kong in 2021. It …
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Brands & History
Marlon Brando's Rolex GMT-Master: The Watch With No Bezel
Marlon Brando's Rolex GMT-Master reference 1675, worn as Colonel Kurtz in Apocalypse Now, sold for USD 1,952,000 at Phillips in Ne…
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Brands & History
The Omega Speedmaster 2915-1: A Record, Then a Reckoning
An Omega Speedmaster CK2915-1 sold for CHF 3,115,500, about USD 3.4 million, at Phillips in Geneva in November 2021 against an est…
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Brands & History
F.P. Journe Astronomic Blue: The Tantalum Prototype That Tripled Its Estimate
The F.P. Journe Astronomic Blue, a unique tantalum prototype with eighteen complications, sold for CHF 1,800,000 at Only Watch in …
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Brands & History
George Daniels Space Traveller I: The Most Expensive English Watch
The George Daniels Space Traveller I sold for GBP 3,615,000, about USD 4.56 million, at Sotheby’s in London on 2 July 2019, making…
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Brands & History
Philippe Dufour Grande et Petite Sonnerie No. 1: The First of Its Kind
The Philippe Dufour Grande et Petite Sonnerie No. 1 sold for CHF 4,749,000, about USD 5.19 million, at Phillips in Geneva in Novem…
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Watch Movements
Mechanical, automatic, quartz, and complications explained, the engineering that powers every timepiece.
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Types of Watches
Dive watches, pilot chronographs, dress watches, GMT, every category and what defines it.
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Watch Anatomy
From the case and bezel to the hairspring and escapement, the parts that make up a watch.
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Brands & History
The stories behind iconic maisons, the Quartz Crisis, and the rise of independent watchmaking.
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Buying & Collecting
Authentication, servicing, insurance, storage, practical guidance for collectors at any level.
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Market & Economics
Watch market cycles, auction dynamics, the grey market, and watches as an investment class.
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How Secondary Market Pricing Actually Works
Explore the complexities of secondary market pricing for luxury watches, including factors that influence value and market behavio…
Buying Pre-Owned: How to Avoid Frankenwatches
Acquiring a pre-owned luxury watch is an art that requires knowledge and vigilance. This guide helps you identify and avoid franke…
Your First Luxury Watch: A Buyer's Framework
Embarking on the journey to acquire your first luxury watch can be daunting. This guide provides a structured framework to help be…
A Short History of Rolex: From Wilsdorf's London Office to Geneva
Discover the fascinating journey of Rolex, from its founding by Hans Wilsdorf in London to becoming a symbol of luxury in Geneva a…
Sapphire, Mineral, Acrylic: Which Crystal Is Right?
Understanding the differences between sapphire, mineral, and acrylic crystals is essential for discerning watch enthusiasts. Each …
The Anatomy of a Watch: Every Part Explained
Explore the essential parts of a watch, from the movement to the case, and understand how they work together to create precision t…
Pilot's Watches: A Functional History from WWI to Today
Pilot's watches have evolved significantly from their World War I origins, transitioning from essential navigational tools to luxu…
Automatic vs Manual Wind: A Practical Comparison
Understanding the differences between automatic and manual wind mechanisms is essential for watch enthusiasts. This article offers…
How a Mechanical Watch Movement Works: Mainspring to Escapement
Explore the fascinating world of mechanical watch movements, from the mainspring to the escapement, and discover how these intrica…