Just recently, Universal Pictures released the next film in the “Bourne” series of espionage thrillers, “The Bourne Legacy,” starring Jeremy Renner as the leading man, Aaron Cross. Now, if you are just a normal film lover- you went (or plan to go) to the movie and enjoy it. I, too, have such a desire, however …
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Aptly named the Dark Night, the newest Girard-Perregaux ww.tc watch is a stealth and mysterious timepiece that will only be available in the United States. Created in a limited edition of just 25 pieces, the ww.tc Dark Night is a special edition of the brand’s famed ww.tc world timer watch. The Dark Night is created …
A modern and edgy new brand, JBW Timepieces offers new men’s and women’s collections crafted in stainless steel, leather, rubber or ceramic with Swiss movements and diamonds. According to the brand’s literature and marketing stance, luxury can also convey raw attitude and daring edge. This concept is carried though in the brand’s catalog, advertising and …
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Since just before BaselWorld ended on March 14, I have been wearing a very new watch brand on my wrist: Blacksand Geneve. This brand, first unveiled to the world at Basel last year and covered by Atimelyperspective then, is an interesting one. It is an independent brand, founded by Alain Mouawad – a name well known …
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photo by Kenji TomaToday’s fashion-forward watchmakers have jumped on the engineered ceramic bandwagon – making affordable ceramic watches that look sleek and cool. Of course, it was Rado that first utilized high-tech ceramic (from the space and automotive industry) for timepieces just about 30 years ago – and naturally the brand continues to be on …
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It’s been more than a decade now that Chanel has been creating tourbillon timepieces. The newest one unveiled this year may take the cake. It is a one-minute flying tourbillon. Naturally, Chanel remains ever faithful to its vigilant female followers, but surprises and delights with this Premiere Flying Tourbillon watch. Crafted in a fully diamond-adorned …
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Last year, Ulysse Nardin announced the brand’s newest in-house-made caliber, the UN 118. It was not yet finished and housed in a case. Now, it is – and this is one sweet looking piece that is loaded with patents and accomplishments. The escapement of Caliber 118 is produced in collaboration between Ulysse Nardin and Sigatec …
A real statement in excellence, this striking Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date watch is crafted in 18-karat white gold. The 40mm watch is equipped with a rotating blue ceramic bezel and blue dial, and is waterproof up to 300m/1000 feet. I had the pleasure of using this watch recently and it is several things for …
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Since the 1950’s Jaeger-LeCoultre has been supplying ocean explorers with Memovox timepieces for underwater accuracy. Then in the 1970s the Memovox Deep Sea made its foray into the seas. Now the brand unveils a new piece in tribute to that rich heritage. The Memovox Deep Sea Vintage watch is a classical yet sporty timepiece. The …
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Just in time for SIHH in Geneva, Richard Mille announces his all new CRMA1 caliber – available in titanium, red or white gold case. The new movement is a skeletonized automatic with hours, minutes and adjustable rotor geometry. The base plate and bridges are made of titanium with Titalyt treatment to offer stronger rigidity. Bridges …
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