Hands-On: The Panerai Submersible Bronzo Blu Abisso A cult tool watch gets a little bit smaller. When it launched in 2011, the Panerai Submersible Bronzo PAM 382 wasn't the world's first bronze watch. Other brands had done it before, including the er…
Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love the watch community on Instagram. That said, I’m getting pretty tired of seeing the same ten stainless steel sport watches in my feed. In a world of endless horological choices, the hypebeast culture has immortalized a fraction of what watches have to offer. Thi…
Dive watches are among the most popular and most sought-after timepieces today. Their versatility and tough-as-nails construction make them great everyday watches. Many are just as at home in the office as they are under water. If you take a moment and think about them, the Rolex Submariner is proba…
We know that buying or selling a watch can be a little overwhelming and risky. However, it doesn't have to be that way. No matter your style, transitioning through life’s various phases can make you want to change up the look of the watch on your wrist. You may never have considered selling y…
Breitling watches have been highly prized by adventurers and connoisseurs alike for one hundred and thirty years. Their history of fine engineering and precision manufacturing has built their reputation as one of the finest Swiss brands. A long association with aviation has made Breitling the choice…
On June 12, 2014, “the biggest single-event sporting competition in the world” (according to FIFA) will begin: The World Cup. The World Cup brings together the world’s greatest soccer players who will proudly play for their home country’s soccer team. It will put these players’ talents and skills on…
OMEGA has built a reputation in the industry for their reliability and precision. That’s one of the reasons why OMEGA is such an extremely popular brand. The first watch on the moon was an OMEGA. In addition, OMEGA has been the official timekeeper of the Olympics for many years. These endorsements c…
Once one has decided to begin saving up money to purchase a luxury watch, the next step is to decide which watch to buy once the money is saved. The very first thing to consider is whether to buy a brand new watch or a used, pre-owned watch. The person that buys a brand new watch is probably someone…
At Crown & Caliber, we are privileged to be able to see and consign some incredible luxury watches every day. Right now, we are consigning this stunning Piaget Altiplano Ref G0A35130. There are many “ultra-thin” watches out there, but none quite on the level of the Piaget Altiplano. The P…
TAG Heuer, and Heuer before it, has achieved great success and popularity. The brand is known for its casual sort watches with racing DNA–many of its flagship models have been around since the 1960s–as well as its penchant for constantly innovating and updating its watch designs. So what kind…
Rolex is one of the most widely recognized luxury brands in the entire world. Rolex watches are associated with wealth, status, success, and prestige. Rolex watches are also made with the highest care and are of the highest quality. This makes them extremely precise and reliable. As a result, Rolex…
Cristiano Ronaldo, one of, if not the, most popular soccer player in the world, has just been named as TAG Heuer’s newest ambassador. Ronaldo is a forward for Spanish soccer club Real Madrid and captain for the Portugal national team for the upcoming World Cup. Just last year, Ronaldo was named as a…
“You never actually own a Patek Philippe, you merely hold it for the next generation.” Patek Philippe watches are made to last for decades—centuries, even. Exceptionally talented watchmakers spend long hours crafting each timepiece, assembling incredibly complex movements inside finely-crafted cases…
Many consider Patek Philippe watches to be the finest timepieces in the industry. Not only are Patek Philippe watches of the very highest quality, but they also, along with Rolex, hold their value better than any other brand in the industry. As a result, Patek Philippe owners who are interested in s…
Founded in 1860 in Florence, Italy, Officine Panerai has a rich history that was born in the middle of the Renaissance. Panerai introduced the first dive watch and patented many other features, such as the crown guard and the luminous markings, which were originally filled with radium. Since the ear…
Over a century after it was founded, Rolex continues to create exceptional watches and is recognized as one of the most powerful brands in the world. Han Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, had a vision of creating a reliable wrist watch during a time where pocket watches were the main time keeping devi…
So you have decided to sell your Rolex. Inevitably, you want to get the best price selling it you can. There are many options for selling a Rolex watch, but there are pros and cons to each of these solutions. This can be overwhelming, so we have laid out some options for you to help make the best de…
Since 1848, OMEGA has been recognized for its rugged and athletic watches. Over the past century and a half, OMEGA has had many incredible accomplishments. In addition to receiving countless awards for precision and accuracy, OMEGA also was the first watch on the moon. OMEGA has also been the offici…
According to Forbes, Rolex is one of the most powerful brands in the world (63rd most powerful to be exact). Rolex has position themselves as one of the most widely recognized brands in the world. It has positioned itself to be synonymous with luxury and success. Rolex was founded in the early 1900s…
On Tuesday, March 18th, Crown & Caliber hosted "Vintage Watch & Wine," a complementary watch valuation event at Tweeds Clothing Store in Atlanta. The event brought local media and watch collectors and enthusiasts to the west-side of Atlanta to discuss their love of luxury watches. Attendees…
Slyde watches masterfully combine the high standards of luxury Swiss watchmaking with the innovation and technology of the modern day. Like the traditional Swiss luxury watch, Slyde watches are of the highest quality and are Swiss made. What immediately sets them apart from the typical Swiss luxury…
Rolex Sea Dweller and Rolex DEEPSEA Reviews Rolex has built a reputation for its advancements in the field of dive watches since the debut of the Submariner in 1953. Over the years, they’ve worked to enhance their dive watch offerings, first with the Sea-Dweller in 1967. Today, Rolex continues to pi…
Since the company’s founding in 1884, Breitling watches have appealed to the adventure-loving, fun-seeking watch enthusiast. Not only do Breitling watches please the wearer aesthetically, but they are also extremely useful and functional in all situations. Breitling introduced the first independent…
Valentine’s Day is just one week away. If you’re still looking for that ideal present for your special someone, it’s not too late to get something great. Show how much you care by making an investment in a gift that will stand the test of time: a luxury watch. Whether your loved one is a watch colle…
Since its introduction in 1954, the Rolex GMT-Master has been the watch of choice for the world traveler. With each passing year, the GMT-Master continues to grow in popularity. The first GMT-Master was ref. 6542 and was in production from 1954 – 1959. Some of the features of the Rolex GMT-Master th…
Rolex Yacht-Master Review Rolex has built a reputation on their classic and timeless designs. They’re not one to release a new model every other year. In fact, after the launch of the Daytona in 1963, it would be nearly another 30 years before they’d debut an entirely new model. That model was the R…
“Experience a Rolex.” “It Doesn’t Just Tell Time. It Tells History.” These phrases are used in Rolex advertisements and portray Rolex watches as timepieces that have a history and tell a story. Introduced in 1956, the Rolex Day-Date was the first watch to display the day and date on its dial. One of…
For the uninitiated, choosing between the Rolex Submariner Ceramic (Date) and No-Date may be a simple decision based on aesthetics. To savvy Rolex aficionados however, the choice is grounded in far more. Think of it as picking between a vintage 1965 Mustang hardtop and convertible. Not so easy, is i…
Like the Rolex Explorer, the Rolex Submariner gained a significant increase in popularity once it was a part of a major accomplishment. In September of 1953, Auguste Piccard and his son became took a bathyscape to 10335 feet under the sea, which was the deepest dive in history. This amazing feat was…
The Rolex Milgauss Review During the 1950s, the United States saw a significant increase in government funding for scientific research, as well as public support for scientific projects. This can largely be attributed to the public’s awareness of the role science played in ending World War II. It wa…
Whether you are selling your Rolex watch or you are in the market to purchase a pre-owned Rolex, the first thing you think is “How do I value a Rolex watch?” You want to make sure that the price you are setting (whether selling or purchasing), is fair and realistic. This can be a very complicated qu…
Rolex Explorer Review The Rolex Explorer is one of the brand’s most iconic models. It garnered well-deserved fame in 1953 when it became the first watch to reach the top of Mt. Everest. That year, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first to climb to the summit of Mt. Everest. In 1953…
A Rolex watch is similar to a finely-tuned sports car: Both are crafted of high quality materials and are designed for performance. Both carry substantial price tags and are treasured by collectors and aficionados. And -- perhaps most importantly -- both require significant skill to service. As wit…
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