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Best Super NEWS Watches
It's Friday and we've showed you some great stuff this week, including a hyper rare Rolex Sea-Dweller, a look at two AP Grande Comps each worth over $1,000,000, an FP Journe CS given to George Daniels by FP Journe himself, and an incredibly detailed (and critically aclaimed!) review of the A. Lange & Sohne's Lange 1 Time Zone. But, we're back to show you more, and as with all round-ups from HODINKEE, each item is actually for sale, currently. Today we have a super early Explorer I, a nice original Omega Constellation Pie-Pan (with original bracelet), and arguably the coolest chronograph Breitling ever made, the SuperOcean "slow moving" chronograph. 1950s Ro...
On The Block: An F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain Given To George Daniels By FP Journe Himself
You want horological heavy hitter provenance? It doesn't get much better than this.When George Daniels passed away late last year, we lost arguably the greatest watchmaker of the modern era.? With Daniels gone, it would be fair to say that Fran?ois-Paul Journe is the heir apparent, and the two shared a close personal relationship.? Journe has at times mentioned Daniels as a true inspiration for his work, and in the November 6th Sotheby's sale of the Daniels estate, we see this in the physical form.Lot No. 27 in the Daniels sale is an FP Journe Chronometre Souverain in platinum that was a personal gift from Francois-Paul to George in 2010.? On the balance, it reads: ...
A Week On The Wrist: The A. Lange & Sohne Lange 1 Time Zone Luminous
A Personal Note If someone were to design a watch that would fit me (me being Ben Clymer, journalist and editor of this here horologically-focused web-log), it might look very much like A. Lange & Sohnes Lange One Time Zone White Gold Luminous. I travel. A lot. Sometimes too much. ?And shockingly, I dont own a dual-time watch, nor a world-timer. ?I also dont own a Lange C which as someone who really (really, really) likes watches, is becoming something of a misstep. But thanks to ALS North America, I was able to test-drive their new Lange 1 Time Zone in white gold with luminous hands while traveling around Europe. This is my detailed review of a watch I didn...
Guy Builds A "Watch Room" In House, Shows It Off On Forum, Instantly Makes "Watch Room" A Thing
I think we've all dreamt of it, but few have made it happen. I'm talking about a room, in your home, where you can slip away from the rest of your family, and just totally immerse yourself in your passion. In other words, a room where you can just sit and play watches. Well, a man by the name of Chris, a Heuer and vintage chronograph collector of sorts, signed into OnTheDash last week and showed off not his great purchases of 2014 like everyone else. No, no. His triumph would be much greater. Chris was there to show off his very own dedicated watch room, built into the library of his house.Here are a few pictures of the room leading up to his secret lair, then what?you'll find inside, such a...
To kick off 2015, here are eight interesting watches currently on the market, including four from eBay. This week's mix includes a bevy of brands big and small, from Tudor, Rolex, Bulova, and Eterna to Heuer, Gallet, Waltham by Blancpain, and Vacheron Constantin. (And as a bonus for all you Universal Geneve fans, I've included a "Bidder Beware" note about a Univeral currently for sale on eBay.)Tudor "Snowflake" Submariner Vintage Tudor sport watches are very popular right now and I particularly like Tudor "Snowflake" Submariners as they are great tool watches with distinctive looks. ...
Introducing the Ralph Lauren Sporting World Time in Steel
The Ralph Lauren Sporting World Time Ralph Lauren has offered their Sporting World Time watch for a while now, but only in white and rose gold. Not anymore. Take a look at the first steel Sporting World Time, a quintessentially Ralph Lauren take on what might be the most aspirational complication. Sporting World Time Dial At first glance, there is a lot that is familiar about the Sporting World Time (in any metal). The 45mm case, with its six functional bezel screws, brings to mind the?RL67 Safari Watch, which certainly isn't a bad thing. The roman numerals and railroad-style minutes track are standa...
Hands-On: With Two Audemars Piguet Grande Complications (At The Same Time!)
Seeing one Audemars Piguet Grande Complication is exciting enough, but two is just ridiculous. Last week we were able to compare a semi-openworked white gold Grande Complication with the piece unique Pride of Argentina while they were both visiting New York City. Needless to say, we were impressed.Before we get into these two watches themselves, let's talk about what actually constitutes a grande complication. Each maker has a different definition, but Audemars Piguet holds itself to a particularly stringent standard - not only does the watch have to have three major complications, but it must have at least one from each of three "families" of complications: the measurement of short interval...
Introducing The Porsche Design P6300 Flat Six Watches
The Porsche Design P'6350 Flat Six Porsche Design, founded by FA Porsche 40 years ago, has a storied history of innovative uses of material and forward thinking concepts.? After all, the same man that drove the helm of PD until his passing earlier this year is responsible for one of, if not the, most lasting design in not only automotive, but consumer products history, the Porsche 911.? Today we are showing you the new line of Porsche Design P'6300 Flat Six watches.There are three new models here, two three-handers and a chronograph.? First we have the P'6350, a 44mm steel time-only watch that is very much in the Porsche Design mindset.? It is super sleek, and uses...
A Visit to the Bamford Watch Department
The Bamford Watch Department Turn down a side street off one of London's most famous roads, and you'll find yourself on a block that could be nearly anywhere in central London. Rows of identical townhouses in faded brick line both sides of the narrow paved lane, and there is something sleepy about the place. But hidden on an upper floor of one of these nondescript residences sits the Bamford Watch Department.?The Bamford Watch Department is the brainchild of George Bamford, a charming, amiable Londoner with a love of spy novels (which inspired the semi-hidden headquarters) and a very earnest telling of the inspiration for his company.? For his eighteenth birthday, ...
It's been a busy week here on the 'Dink, but that doesn't mean we've forgotten our promise to show you some of the illest vintage ish for sale on the net - you know, if you're NOT saving up for a $4,000,000 platinum Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph owned by Eric Clapton. This week it's all about vintage chronographs and we've found you some great ones including: a solid gold early El Primero Zenith, a great super vintage-looking Heuer Autavia, and a cult-classic IWC pilot's watch, in ceramic. This is a good one, folks. Zenith Reference G381 El Primero Chronograph The early El Primero ch...
Check Out Stephen's Window At Paul Stuart on Madison Avenue
This fall,?Paul Stuart asked six bloggers and editors to style the Madison Avenue shop's windows. Our Associate Editor, Stephen J. Pulvirent, Esquire's Nick Sullivan, Departures' Tasha Green, and others, were given the theme "Mad for Plaid" and told to style three mannequins any way they choose. Along with the clothes, each window contains a one-off piece of plaid furniture to be auctioned off for charity at tonight's launch event. Check out the video for a little behind-the-scenes look at Stephen kitting out his mannequins, and be sure to check back later for a recap of the night's festivities.For more details, click here....
Introducing: The Wempe Chronometerwerke, A Nautical Chronometer For The Wrist
If you've ever been inside a Wempe retailer, you may have noticed the handsome ship's chronometers they keep on display. They make for lovely office decor and conversation fodder given the company's history of manufacturing these pieces for the aid of maritime navigation. Manufacturing of these nautical chronometers is handled by the Hamburger Chronometerwerke, a company Wempe has owned since 1938. After a period of dormancy due to WWII, the company picked up the production of chronometers at the turn of the twenty-first century. The nautical chronometers served as inspiration for not only the appearance but also the inner workings of the new Chronometerwerke wristwatch.Since 2006, Wempe has...
Hands-On: With The Hajime Asaoka Tourbillon #1: High-End Independent Watchmaking, From Japan
When it comes to high-end manufacture tourbillons, it's fair to say that the Swiss (and occasionally the Germans) have it on lock.? And usually, these tourbillons are created by men and women who have spent the better part of their lives in training - at WOSTEP, or in the halls of Audemars Piguet Renaud et Papi - working with the most modern machines for which one could ask.? Not Hajime Asaoka.Asaoka isn't a watchmaker. He's a product designer that taught himself watchmaking by reading George Daniels' Watchmaking book, fiddling around with alarm clocks, and watching Youtube videos.? Not only is he not officially trained in watchmaking, but he's never actually done work for anyone but himself...
Introducing The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Michael Schumacher Limited Edition
Michael Schumacher This morning Audemars Piguet unveiled their latest collaboration with a sports superstar, the Royal Oak Offshore Michael Schumacher Limited Edition. The driving legend has been a fan of the brand for over a decade, an official ambassador for nearly two years, and now he has taken a hands-on role in designing a new watch bearing his name. The Royal Oak Offshore Michael Schumacher starts with a substantial 44mm Offshore chronograph case, with a few crucial modifications. The one piece bezel is made of the ultra-hard CeraMet and is held down with automotive-inspired nuts.?The dial is...
Weekend Report: HODINKEE Goes To Roswell For Felix Baumgartners Record-Breaking Jump
A little over a week ago, I was having dinner with a few peoplefrom the Zenith watch company at one of Roswell, New Mexicos half-empty,nondescript restaurants. Near the end of our meal, a familiar person approachedour table. Felix Baumgartner was making the rounds, shaking hands withunsuspecting guests, sponsors, and media who were there eating. A compact,muscular 43-year old, he looked far too relaxed for a man planning to skydivefrom 23 miles high. One expects a thrill-seeking adrenaline junkie to have ahyperactive personality, but Baumgartner exudes quiet confidence and has a readysmile. As I shook his hand, I told him, good luck. He turned back and said,Not good luck. Good skills. ...
Inside the Longines 180th Anniversary Exhibition at the Tourneau Time Machine
Longines is celebrating its 180th anniversary this year, and they're showing off their rich past with an exhibition of both vintage and modern pieces. We went inside the exhibition, housed on the lower level of Tourneau's Time Machine, and here are some of the highlights.? The main portion of the exhibition is broken up into two presentations, set along a large curved wall with inset display cases. The first is an overview of Longines' history, as told through modern, currently available watches inspired by historical references arranged in a timeline. Some of the designs are so closely modeled on the originals that you'd be ...
In-Depth: A Personal, Detailed Account Of Eric Clapton's Platinum Patek Philippe 2499
The most hackneyed term used by any watch journalist, dealer, or auction house expert is "important." ?To us, everything is important. ?Whether it be because of the technical firsts it represents, or the general rarity, or who owned it, you could make the case that just about any watch is "important." But some watches are more important than others, and Eric Clapton's Patek Philippe 2499 in platinum is undoubtedly incredibly important. More so than just about any other watch made in the last 25 years, and in this in-depth post, we'll tell you why, and include tons of live photos that we captured when Mr. Clapton's watch paid a visit to NY this weekend. ?We'll also tell you how this rare bird...
Hands-On: With The Glashtte Original Grande Cosmopolite Tourbillon
There are a few travel-friendly complications out there. There's the world time, showing all timezones at once, the GMT, which tracks a second hour on a 24-hour scale, and the totally independent second timezone for maximum versatility. But here, Glashtte Original has a new one for us: a second timezone that uses a 24-hour scale for the hours, and is adjustable to any of the world's timezones. And, as if that wasn't cool enough, it's linked to a perpetual calendar and driven by a flying tourbillon. If there's one word to describe this watch, "grand" is certainly it. Looking at the watch, picking it up, or even seeing it on screen, you immediately know you're looking at something interesting...
BREAKING NEWS: Felix Baumgartner Jumps From The Edge Of Space, And We Go Hands-On With His Watch
Add one more record to the list of those broken this afternoon when FelixBaumgartner stepped out of a pressurized capsule at nearly 128,000 feet and became thefirst human to freefall at Mach 1. Strapped to his wrist, outside of his spacesuit,was the Zenith Stratos Flyback Striking 10th, making it the firstwristwatch to be exposed to such a velocity outside of an air- or spacecraft. This is officially the fastest watch in the world. With this feat, the Stratos joins anelite list of legendary space watches, such as the Breitling NavitimerCosmonaute and the Omega Speedmaster Professional. During the lead up to Baumgartners mission to the edge of space, we got our hands on one of thesehighl...
Watch Felix Baumgartner Jump From Space Live On HODINKEE (Wearing A Zenith Watch)
This is a big deal. Watch it live right here on HODINKEE, and stay tuned for details about the Zenith watch Felix is wearing....