Found: A Heuer Carrera Reference 1158CHN With A Formula 1 Family Connection To Be Auctioned At Kaplans

Often asked about his favorite Heuer watch, Jack Heuer has several times responded publicly the Heuer Carrera reference 1158. The weighty 18k yellow gold case could justify such a choice on its own, but the true reason for Heuer’s pick is much more interesting. This specific Carrera might actually represent the apex of Heuer: not only does it offer its first automatic and in-house chronograph caliber, but this watch is also deeply linked with Heuer’s involvement with the iconic Ferrari Formula 1 team and the very best drivers of the 1970s. The fascinating story of those watches can often be read in caseback engravings, which display the name of each watch’s adventurous owner, and this Carrera 1158CHN about to be auctioned at Kaplans is no exception.

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A Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 Gilt Dial Watch Purchased To Impress A Prince

During the 1960s, while on vacation in England, a friend of the Prince of Kuwait purchased himself a brand-new reference 5513 Rolex Submariner with the hopes of impressing his royal companion when he returned home. As the 5513 had just been introduced a few years prior in 1962, it was still a relatively new design.

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Bring a Loupe: An Orange Seiko ‘Samurai’ SBDA005, A Grey Zenith Chronograph A271, A Rolex Explorer Reference 5506, And More

This week, Bring A Loupe starts with a discontinued Seiko diver, the “Samurai” SBDA005. It might not be vintage already, but its stunning orange dial and brushed titanium case make it a coveted piece, especially in such mint condition. You’ll also hear about an unusual Rolex Explorer with a gold-filled case – the Canadian-model 5506. Our favorite chronographs definitely made the cut as well; they are represented by the Zenith A271, the Universal Genève Compax “Nina Rindt,” and the Breitling Sprint “Bow Tie” – this Friday, you’ll hear some of the cool nicknames of some equally cool watches.

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Review – Citizen Aqualand Promaster, The Blue Collar Dive Watch from Japan

When we refer to Japan and its watch industry everyone, and rightly so, instantly think of one company: Seiko. However, there is more than that. Although Seiko has produced a large number of excellent, iconic and historical timepieces, it is unfair to forget other companies like Citizen. In this article we are going to examine one of the most iconic dive watches coming from Japan of all time. No, it is not the Tuna Marinemaster or the Seiko 6105, but the iconic Citizen Aqualand Promaster.

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RSC P-51 Mustang SCAT7 Pilot’s Watch

In 2016, RSC Pilot Watches became the principal sponsor of a fully renovated fighter plane. This American P-51 Mustang with the eccentric name “Scat VII” entered active duty in the latter stages of WWII. The plane was piloted by triple ace Robin Olds.

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Introducing the Glashütte Original Senator Excellence, Now with Date and Moon Phase

First introduced at Baselworld 2016 as a time-only wristwatch, Glashütte Original Senator Excellence is distinguished by the calibre 36 inside, a newly developed, solidly built movement. Now the calibre 36 has been upgraded with new complications, with either a big date display or both a date and moon phase. Known as the Senator Excellence Panorama Date and Excellence Panorama […]

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The Zoute Grand Prix Rally 2016 sponsored by Lebeau-Courally Part 2 – “master crafts fuse together again”

“Master crafts fuse together again”? What do hunting arms and watches have in common? Hunting arms are meant to kill or to keep wildlife growth under control. Watches may be used to kill time but usually it is to read time. Continue reading if you want to know what the similarities are? And why Lebeau-Courally, a sponsor of the Zoute Grand Prix event decided to acquire the IMH Manufacture in Le Locle? In part 2 of the Zoute Grand Prix coverage we will focus on Lebeau-Courally and its newest mechanical watch, the beautiful Phase de Lune with 18 layers of enamel. We talked with Laurens Peeters, Manager at Lebeau-Courally, about the company, its history, its products and especially the Phase de Lune during the Grand Prix event.

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Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic Watch Review

“Kill your darlings, kill your darlings, even when it breaks your egocentric little scribbler’s heart,” wrote Stephen King – seemingly the guiding principle behind the editing process that designed the new Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic – which replaces the Alpina Extreme Diver, read more…

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 11th November, 2016 – the American greatness edition

trump-celebrations-2Well, the unavoidable news this week is that Donald Trump is the President-elect of the United States – a surprise victory won on the back of a promise to ‘Make America Great Again’. Don’t worry – we won’t get all political on you. But we did feel this edition of the Wind Down was the perfect opportunity for a look at all that’s great about American watchmaking, past and present. And if you need a stiff drink to go with it, don’t let us stop you. In the nineteenth century, American watchmaking was on a par with the best the Swiss had on offer, with companies like Waltham, Hamilton, Elgin and Ball making high-quality, accurate timepieces on an industrial scale. While several of these great names – such as Ball and Hamilton – still exist, these days they’re made in Switzerland. Which isn’t to say that American watchmaking is purely a thing of the past. Brands like Kobold, RGM and Weiss are continuing this grand tradition, albeit on a much smaller scale. Perhaps a boost here could help make American watchmaking even greater? But it’s not easy. A while back the American Federal Trade Commission cracked down on deceptive marketing practices regarding ‘American Made’ claims.…

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