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Hands-On: With The New Britain NA523 (Live Pics)
The NA523 On The Wrist A few months ago we told you about the New Britain Watch Corp., a new American watch brand making a high-quality Swiss product at a reasonable price. Well we finally got a chance to go hands-on with a New Britain NA523 and we have to say, that not without faults, there is a lot to like about this watch. The Heavy Metal Box Housing the NA 523 The NA523 comes in a military-style metal box that is a drab greenish-grey and extremely heavy. And we mean extremely heavy. You would be forgiven for thinking it is weighted, but it's just the heft of the materials themselves. Inside, the ...
Talking Watches: With Matt Jacobson
You don't meet people like Matt Jacobson often C but when you do, you remember them. You remember Matt not because he's a Silicon Valley celebrity like a Kevin Rose or his longtime friend and colleague Mark Zuckerberg, but because of the way he lives his life with purity and passion. Matt Jacobson was the eighth employee of Facebook, ever. He is a serial entrepreneur, with an impressive record to his name even before Zuckerberg asked him to come on and help lead Facebook as head of Market Development, a title which encompasses all forms of business development, including the role of overseeing acquisitions like Instagram. But what Matt Jacobson does so well is he...
Introducing the Girard-Perregaux HAWK Collection, Live From Miami (Live Pics)
Today?Girard-Perregaux?unveiled their new HAWK line of watches at?the Freedom Tower in Miami. The collection includes the Sea Hawk, Chrono Hawk, and a limited edition FOReverglades Hawk, and here we've got all the details. Plus, just after the launch, we went hands-on with a watch from the collection to give you our first impression of these bold new sport watches.The all-new Sea Hawk is a purpose built dive watch, with a 1,000 meter depth resistance and a helium release valve for use during decompression. The crown is located at 4 o'clock and is set into the 3-dimensional octagon shaped steel case. The dial side of the watch features large hour markers that stand up like towers along the ch...
A Special Gilt Vintage Watch Sale Curated By Our Own Benjamin Clymer
You may have seen vintage watch sales Gilt curated by Benjamin Clymer before, but never something like this. For this sale, dubbed The Ultimate Collection, our intrepid editor hunted down fantastic examples of some of the most iconic watches around. Here's a quick look at some of the highlights. Rolex Daytona Paul Newman It doesn't get much more "ultimate" than the Rolex Daytona "Paul Newman." This example, a ref. 6239, is from the 1960s and is still in amazing condition. It has the black dial with creamy subregisters, pump pushers, and a steel bezel with the tachymeter scale.? Rolex Day...
Yesterday Sotheby's New York held its Important Watches and Clocks sale at their Upper East Side headquarters. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the record-setting sale of the Duc D'Orlans Breguet Sympathique clock from 1835, a stunning clock with a docking pocket watch - yes, a docking pocket watch.Just looking at the Duc D'Orlans, you can tell you're staring at something impressive. The case is decorated with beautiful ormolu-mounted red tortoise shell, it stands at nearly two feet tall, and the amount of gold sculpture is staggering. But it's the little repeating watch perched on top that really makes the Duc D'Orlans special.?Abraham-Louis Breguet wanted to tackle the problem o...
In-Depth: The F.P.Journe Chronomtre Optimum Explained (VIDEO)
Say the name "FP Journe" and a certain set of watch collectors go all aflutter with boyish delight. ?Others? They just don't get it. ?You see, Journe, both the man and the brand, is simultaneously adored by a significant lot of seemingly smitten, almost sycophantic yet serious collectors, and still watch lovers en masse do not often take the time to fully understand this small manufacture of just 850 watches per year. ? And I admit even for myself, it took years of exposure to high-end watches and several hands-on experiences with Journe pieces to fully understand what makes this 13 year old brand so special. ??One thing is for sure, the more one understands about Journe the more you can app...
After a few weeks off, we're back with the ever popular HODINKEE Weekly Round-Up, and to make up for the missing posts from last week, we've gone a little crazy. ?In fact, we've gone downright nuts. ?Instead of looking all over the web for great vintage buys, we've focused on what is easily one of the best sources of vintage watches out there - yup, eBay. ?In this lengthy What's Selling Where Round-Up, we show you ten (yes, ten!) great vintage watches for sale on eBay worth considering - including an original Monaco, an Ed White Speedmaster, an original PloProf, a classic Datejust, a few chronos from LeCoultre and UG, and a killer Heuer Monza. ?Enjoy! 1960s LeCou...
Introducing The IWC Ingenieur Chronograph Racer And Silberpfeil, Some Serious New Racing Watches
IWC Ingenieur Chronograph Racer The year 2012 was all about the Pilot collection for IWC, but 2013 is the year of the Ingenieur. There is a whole new lineup of models being added to the range and a partnership with Mercedes AMG Petronas features prominently as well. Along these lines, we've got your first look at both the Ingenieur Chronograph Racer and Ingenieur Silberpfeil, watches with close ties to the world of Formula One Racing.As you might have guessed from the name, the Ingenieur collection is where IWC really shows off its passion for hardcore engineering. A partnership with Formula One only makes sense here. And the collection not only takes aesthetic ins...
Introducing The MB&F HM5, All Your 70s Tech Dreams Come True
The last Horological Machine dropped way back in 2010, and its impact can still be felt. The HM4 conjured images of WWII fighter planes, pin-up girls, and the like. It's safe to say that the HM4 left the HM5 some pretty big shoes to fill. So, when 2011 rolled around and hype for HM5 was peaking, MB&F did a 180 and released their LM1, showing off some serious classic watchmaking prowess with the help of Kari Voutilainen. Fast forward to present day, and we've got the HM5 everybody's been waiting for. Horological Machine #5 takes a decisive step back from where #4 left off. At first glance, you won't see any jaw dropping shapes...
The Man's Guide to Buying a Watch Episode 3: Form Versus Function
In the third installment of IWC's "The Man's Guide To Buying A Watch," we talk about form vs function.? Here you will hear from IWC's head of pre-development Sebastien Dordor.? You will get a background on some of the thought that goes into the pre-design process, such as what materials make sense for certain lines.? You will also hear from brand architect Chris Grainer, the man responsible for the environments in which you "experience" IWC - aka the amazing boutiques around the world (such as this one in NY).? This is a good one, folks....
Found: A Massive 46mm Patek Philippe From 1955 For Sale At Sotheby's
When you think Patek Philippe, especially Patek Philippe from 1955, the term "massive" rarely comes to mind.? But a watch for sale at Sotheby's NYC tomorrow is changing that, because this bad boy is a full-on 46mm in diameter, and it's got the vintage watch world buzzing.The average Patek watch of the day, time-only or complicated, was around 35mm.? There are records of Patek making two other pieces in this enormous 46mm size - a full 11mm larger than the average watch of the day essentially the same size as your modern IWC Big Pilot or Panerai - but they were both aviator's chronographs - not a time-only "dress" watch.? And that is what makes this particular watch so special and so curious....
Introducing The Arnold & Son DBS, Bringing Sidereal Time Into Focus
Arnold & Son hails from La Chaux-de-Fonds in the heart of the Swiss watchmaking industry, and carries the distinction "Since 1764" in the by-line. They tout a robust history of crafting maritime instrumentation for the British government. Heck, even John Roger, the "Son" bit of the Arnold & Son is said to have worked closely with none other than Abraham-Louis Breguet. Right about now you may be asking yourself how it stands to reason that the Arnold & Son just doesn't ring a bell. Turns out, like a lot of historic brands, there was a few gaps in the lineage, and it's taken some creativity and a lot of ingenuity to get back on the scene.Fortunately, Arnold & Son does have a lo...
HODINKEE At The Pop-Up Flea: All The Vintage Watches You Can Handle, Starting Today Through Sunday
Since our last appearance at the pop-up flea in New York, we've held similar events in San Francisco and Minneapolis in an effort to reach as many of our readers as possible, and to share the good news of fine vintage watches. This weekend, we return to where it all began, the pop-up flea in New York put on by the incomparable Michael Williams (of AContinuousLean) and Randy Goldberg (of UrbanDaddy).Not only will we be bringing 3 of our own (Ben Clymer, Stephen J. Pulvirent and Blake Buettner), we'll have a healthy line up of vintage watches offering something for all buyers. Prices will start at $55, so we mean it when we say we've got something for everybody. So, what can you expect. Being ...
Introducing The JEANRICHARD 1681 and Terrascope
For many years, JEANRICHARD has been one of those quiet achievers of the watch world, making no fuss, good quality contemporary watches. But just because theyve been quiet doesnt mean they havent been busy.For the last few years JEANRICHARD have been busy in the quiet hills of La Chaux De-Fonds, developing their own in house calibre, the JR1000, which forms the basis of the brand's collections, and ensuring continued supply in a post-ETA watch marketplace.?JEANRICHARD has also been re-thinking its entire collection; of which our favourite would have to be the 1681 ?($6,400), named for the year when Daniel Jean Richard created his first watch. The 1681 is a steel cushion cased watch (44mm)...
Hands-On: With the Monoposto, Autodromo's First Mechanical Watch (Live Pics)
The Autodromo Monoposto, Matte Silver Dial A few weeks ago we gave you an early look at the Monoposto, the first mechanical watch from Autodromo, a cool, well-conceived upstart based right here in NYC. Inspired by mid-century Italian grand prix cars, the Monoposto combines serious motoring heritage with very wearable style. Today we give you a hands-on look at this limited edition automatic.At 43mm, the Monoposto is starting to get up there in size, but it wears nicely. The tapered case sits nicely on the wrist and the thin, turned bezel makes the watch appear a millimeter or two smaller than it really is. The wire lugs might make changing straps a little fiddly, b...
About six months ago, we launched the HODINKEE Shop, featuring our own line of hand-made Italian straps, pouches, and travel rolls. They've been a big success, and we can't thank you enough for that. We will continue to develop our watch accessories to fill the needs of the average watch-lover and you can look for new products there soon. But today, we're launching something else entirely.Drake's of London has been making some of the finest neckwear and accessories for the better part of half a century, right in the heart of London. They've been a favorite of ours for a while, and just like a great watch, the Drake's ties are made by hand, just like they were a century ago. ?So, over drinks ...
Introducing The Richard Mille RM038 Bubba Watson Victory Watch
RM038 Victory Watch A few months ago we showed you Bubba Watson's actual Richard Mille RM038 when he won the Masters at Augusta National Golf Course. Well now Richard Mille has released a special edition RM038 Victory watch to commemorate the occasion. A piece of the proceeds go to charity and you get a cool watch to boot.The Victory watch is very similar to the regular RM038 (if there is such a thing as a "regular" Richard Mille watch), with a few design tweaks specific to Bubba Watson's Masters win. You'll notice the inner flange is green to evoke the iconic Masters Jacket and Bubba Watson's signature is engraved on the back. Otherwise you've still got the manual...
Announcement: We'll Be At The Pop-Up Flea This Weekend In NYC With Some Seriously Killer Stuff
The Pop-Up Flea rises again! If you've been following us for any length of time, you know we like to do the occasional pop-up shop, to give you, our readers and friends, the chance to get your hands on literally the best vintage watches we can find, from the most reliable sources, at the best prices.? Just like last year, we'll be manning a booth at the ever cool Pop-Up Flea, hosted by dose dudes Michael Williams (of AContinuousLean) and Randy Goldberg (of UrbanDaddy).? We're going to have just an unreal selection of the vintage watches you dream about (prices will start at $200) plus a full selection of HODINKEE straps and leather goods, and even some new products we're launching tomorrow.?...
Inside The Manufacture: Photo Report: Inside The IWC Museum In Schaffhausen
When we were over in Schaffhausen filming the currently on-going series "A Man's Guide To Buying A Watch" with IWC, they were gracious enough to let us into their absolutely awesome museum. Inside, we found some of the earliest IWC watches on record, and all of the classics pieces from the brand's superb history, including many that act as the inspiration for today's collection - think original Portuguese pieces from 1939, 1950s MKXI pilot's watches, late 60s Aquatimers, and the original Genta-designed Ingenieur SL. Take a look below and revel in the vintage IWC awesomeness, and if you happen to make it to Schaffhausen, we HIGHLY recommend you pay a visit. And, just so you know, Schaffhause...
Introducing The Limited Edition Girard-Perregaux ww.tc Chrono White Ceramic
The WWTC line from Girard-Perregaux has always been a favorite among watch-collecting globetrotters because it offers both a true world-time complication (showing 24 timezones at once!) with a manufacture fly-back chronograph, for about half the price of something you might find from the likes of Patek, VC, ALS, or Vacheron. ?Today we see a brand new limited edition WWTC, with a case of white ceramic. This new world-time fly-back chrono is all about contrast, and against the bright white ceramic case, you'll see black pushers, crown, and rubber strap. Though, perhaps the most interesting aesthetic point of this new watch is ...