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Geneva’s spring auction season kicked off in style at the weekend, when an exceptionally rare and unique Rolex watch became the most expensive Rolex ever to be sold at auction, going for $5,060,427.
Time. Something we all base our daily schedules around. Some have too much, some don’t have enough, but have you ever actually tried to get your head around the concept of time? In this day and age, it’s not only watch-wearers who are conscientious of timings. Following the industrial revolution, people became obsessed with times […]
Astronomical clocks are something of sheer beauty and technicality that date back to the 11th century. There are many fine examples of these that remain today, stunning parts of history, which have been passed down through generations as a treasure of both art and time. We are here today to delve into the depths of […]
One of the most fashionable and useful accessories throughout the Western World throughout the 20th century was the fob watch.With so many terms and names attached to timepieces, unless you are a walking watch glossary, it can all get a bit confusing with the term ‘fob watch’ often confusing many people.
There are few factors that can increase the value of antique pocket watches and classical watches at auction quite like the watch belonging to a celebrity figure.
If you’re new to the world of wristwatch timepieces you will ask yourself the question “what watch should I wear?”, well, you’re in luck, as our handy guide will help you decide what to adorn on your wrist.
Something that many of us have been wondering for some time now is what the fifth pocket on our jeans is actually for. You know, that tiny pocket that sits within the front pocket. The rumours have gone around over the years about it being a coin pocket and a ticket pocket or as simple […]
There is something special about pulling your favourite suit out of its case, polishing your shoes and preening yourself in preparation for a formal party, not only does it make you feel good, but you look great as well.
Have you ever seen antique pocket watches for sale and thought ‘I’d love to get into collecting vintage timepieces’, well, there’s never been a better time to start!
Like a scene straight from a Hollywood film, a dusty and forgotten safe was found in a dark a dreary corner of the Horological Society of New York, and when it was ‘cracked’, a haul of antique pocket watches and other timepieces were found inside!
George Daniels is often referred to as one of the most influential watchmakers of the last one hundred years. He was self-taught in making classic men’s watches, and pocket watches with the iconic horologist only making just short of thirty timepieces on his own before his passing back in 2011.
A critically acclaimed BBC drama has caused a shortage of antique pocket watches as gentlemen take style tips from the show’s leading men.
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