It’s been a big month for Formula One race-car driver Michael Schumacher – who officially confirmed his resignation this month — effective at the end of this season. The German born racer is a seven-time World Champion and is regarded as one of the greatest F1 drivers ever. Holding a host of records, Schumacher (who had …
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Time Capsules: Product – Beautiful Women’s Watches from Ulysse Nardin
Ok – so Atimelyperspective.com has been hearing from its female watch readers that they would like a little more attention paid their way. Today, Ulysse Nardin makes this task so easy with a stunning piece that serves as eye candy as well as sophisticated craftsmanship. This Caprice Butterfly watch – created in a limited edition …
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Time Capsules: Blancpain Releases Chinese Calendar Watch
Founded in 1735, Blancpain has become one of the most sought-after luxury watch brands. Today, under the direction of Marc A. Hayek, president and CEO of Blancpain, this Swiss brand has attained a number of world firsts and patents for its impressive parade of new calibers. Blancpain, this year, unveiled one of the most complex …
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Watch Stops: Chopard’s Newest L.U.C Collection brings Lunar Beauty to Earth
Tonight, the TimeCrafters show in New York is open to the press for previews before being open to the public tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday. With so many things to see, several brands pique interest with displays and concepts. Chopard offers a visually alluring display that focuses on the the moon and stars, and celebrates the level of reliability and …
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Off the Cuff: Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Watches
The perpetual calendar timepieces, as well as annual calendars, are a specialty of watchmaking legend Patek Philippe. This stunning masterpiece, Ref, 5496P, is a mechanical self-winding watch housing the caliber 324S QR with retrograde perpetual calendar. It is meticulously built in alluring platinum to offer retrograde date hand in an elegant arch around the dial. …
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Time Capsules: Product—Longines Unveils 180th Anniversary Chronographs
By Samantha Walsh To celebrate its 180th anniversary, Longines has released two new high-function watch models: the Longines Telemeter Chronograph and Longines Tachymeter Chronograph – each offering performance and elegance. The Longines Telemeter Chronograph has a white lacquered dial with a red telemeter scale on the dial that was inspired by a 1933 timepiece. Telemeter …
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Off the Cuff: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph
The iconic Royal Oak collection of timepieces from Audemars Piguet celebrates its 40th anniversary this year with much fanfare – including an entire new series of Royal Oak watches. The Royal Oak – designed virtually overnight by Gerald Genta for Audemars Piguet in 1972 – was the world’s first bold luxury sporty watch built in …
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Trend Report — Indestructible Steel Timepieces
Durability and water-resistant designs position stainless steel watches as a most versatile element in any man-on-the-go’s wardrobe. Most of these bold watches are offered with stainless steel cases and bracelets for ultimate wearability that will complement the casual elegance of summer. FROM TOP: From Carl F. Bucherer, this Patravi ChronoDate watch ($6,900) features an enlarged …
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Time Capsules Product: Sports Watches — Breitling Unveils Superocean White Water
Sports watches are particularly in vogue in the summer months when enthusiasts love to snorkel, dive and more. As such, Breitling has released its new Superocean 42, entirely clad in a white and aptly named the White Water. This new 42mm watch features a white strap, bezel, and dial with a sporty yet refined look. …
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Breaking News: Audemars Piguet Unveils Leo Messi Royal Oak Watch
Born Lionel Messi, but better known as Leo Messi, this premier Argentina-born soccer (football in Europe) player is currently Barcelona Teams’ all-time top scorer in official club competitions. The 25-year-old Messi, has incredible drive and motivation and continues to play at the top of his game – always striving for excellence. As such, it comes …
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