To The Extreme: The Best Watches For Intense Conditions Watches that are tougher than tough. Orignally published on HODINKEE, September 30th, 2021 Should you find yourself in the sort of outing one could only characterize as "really dangerous" or "te…
An interesting emotion comes with wearing certain watches. While it can be difficult to put into words, something changes when an Explorer II hugs your wrist. A sense of adventure ensues. You’re no longer sitting at your desk in a sea of cubicles – you’re ready to travel to the actual sea. Visions o…
If you have even a remote interest in watches, the first name you hear after Rolex, is OMEGA. The brand has brought fan favorites such as the Speedmaster (which went to space), Seamaster (which went to the bottom of the ocean), and dozens of other icons to the world of watches. OMEGA has a model lin…
How far would you go to get your hands on one of the rich and famous’ luxury watch collections? Hopefully not as far as the group of Hollywood Hills teenagers who began robbing L.A.’s celebrity elite in 2008. With Sophia Coppola’s feature film, The Bling Ring being released next week, this group is…
It is always sad when something great comes to an end! This year's French Open is almost over, with the women's singles finals being played today and the men's singles finals occurring tomorrow. In today's first semifinal match, the world's no. 2 tennis player, Maria Sharapova, will take on Victoria…
For those of you who feel upset and betrayed by last night’s brutal Game of Thrones episode, there is a silver lining: Ulysse Nardin has teamed up with HBO’s Game of Thrones to create a limited edition timepiece, called the Night’s Watch, inspired by the show itself. Creating only 25 pieces of this…
As one of the most popular ways to sell an expensive luxury item, auction houses carry a certain prestige and attract sellers looking to sell their own luxury watch. However, while sellers often choose to sell their watch through an auction house because of their good reputations, there are a number…
Along with the warm weather, summer also brings some great movies! Star Trek – Into the Darkness,” the twelfth installment of the Star Trek series, premiers Friday, May 17th. It is one of the most anticipated movies of the summer and is expected to do extremely well in the box offices, mainly do to…
Breitling ambassador and successful soccer player, David Beckham, has announced his retirement. Beginning his career in 1992 for Manchester United, Beckham spent the last six years playing for the Los Angeles Galaxy and signed a deal to join Paris Saint-Germain for 2013. During Beckham’s illustrious…
During our trip to Baselworld, we saw many exquisite watches. We were apart of the thousands of watch enthusiasts who entered the doors of Baselworld, excited to come away with a new favorite watch. However, Switzerland had more to offer than Baselworld. Just a train ride away is the city of Le Locl…
Fans will do anything to own memorabilia from their favorite sports player or celebrity. Whether it is a used towel or a luxury watch, fans will go to great lengths to own one of these items. Yesterday at an auction held by Sotheby’s, we saw another example of this. Barcelona futbol star Leo Messi p…
When you set out to buy a new luxury watch, you typically head to your local watch boutique or trusted jeweler. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted like royalty. Perhaps you’re offered an ice-cold beverage, and you’re escorted from case to glimmering case of shiny and sparkling timepieces t…
The Met Ball is held every year in New York City to celebrate the Metropolitan Museum's fashion exhibit at the Costume institute. Each Met Ball has a different theme each year and celebrities and fashion designers dress to impress while following along with the theme. This year's theme was "Punk: Ch…
In addition to Arnold & Sons and Haldimann, there were several other brands in the Palace at Baselworld that left a lasting impression. These brands may not have the recognition of Rolex or Patek Philippe, but they are certainly capable of producing exquisite watches that are unique and unlike a…
Baselworld is the largest exhibition of luxury watches and jewelry in the world. The largest luxury watch brands from around the world are present at Baselworld and use that week to introduce their latest models. There is so much anticipation building up among watch enthusiasts the weeks leading up…
It’s that time of year to honor mom for all of the wonderful things she does. Each time May rolls around, we all scramble to find something to praise mom in the way she deserves. Nothing makes mom feel more special than jewelry of course, but why not get her something functional and beautiful like a…
We all know that Rolex is very protective over its trademark. Rolex will go through some extreme measures to ensure that the Rolex trademark is protected and that it has full control over who uses its name. Rolex only allows a small number of authorized dealers to sell Rolex watches and it also bans…
It is finally summertime! The summer brings warm weather, trips to the beach, and new movie releases! There are many original movies that will make their premiere this summer, such as “The Great Gatsby,” “Man of Steel,” and “Star Trek Into Darkness.” While seeing new and original movies is great, so…
You are one of those people who spend all of your time researching the latest luxury watch. If your significant other would allow you, you would spend all of your money on luxury watches. Don’t worry – you are not alone! As we discussed yesterday, some people just don’t understand the obsession with…
For some of you reading this article, the first thing that you are thinking is “What’s the big deal with watches?” Gasp! I will tell you what the big deal is.While there are luxury watches for women, most of the most expensive and complicated watches were created for men. Women have plenty of access…
We have had a great time at Baselworld so far! There so many many beautiful watches on display and so many talented people to meet. We have taken several images and posted them on Twitter and Instagram. But for all of you how are not immersed in the social media world, we don’t want you to be left o…
Can My Automatic Watch Lose Time? The movement is the heart of the watch. Like the engine of a car, it’s the mechanism that makes the watch go. It drives the hands to move along the hour markers and powers any complications the watch may have. One of the primary types of movements is called automati…
Recently, members of our Crown & Caliber team had the incredible opportunity to view the SIHH collection from Hublot at its boutique in Phipps Plaza in Atlanta, GA. Walking up to the front of the boutique, the eye is immediately drawn to the watches displayed in the front window. Upon entrance i…
At it’s “Important Watches Spring Sale 2013,” Sotheby’s broke many records with their total sales amount reaching $28.4 million. One of the most surprising sales of the auction was Patek Philippe’s “The Magpie’s Treasure Nest Clock.” At the beginning of the auction, this clock was expected to sell f…
Are you going to be following along with Antiquorum’s Important Modern & Vintage Timepiece auction that is taking place today? There are several great pieces being auctioned off today, including this Patek Philippe ref. 1518, Patek Philippe 1415, Breguet, Rolex ref. 8171, Audemars Piguet, and an…
We have finally reached the end of the Road to the Final Four! People from all over the country are flocking to Atlanta this weekend to see their favorite teams play. If these final three games follow the pattern of the rest of the tournament, there should be several unexpected events throughout the…
After 22 years of hosting NBC’s “Tonight Show”, Jay Leno will be retiring in the spring of 2014. Jimmy Fallon, currently the host of “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” will be replacing Leno as the host of the “Tonight Show.” Another change that will be occurring is the location of the show. Now…
Baseball season has kicked off with a bang this spring. Across the nation families, couples, and die-hard baseball fanatics alike filled stadiums and sports bars to watch their favorite teams. On the west coast, the Seattle Mariners took on the Oakland A’s for their season opener, and once again, st…
I know, I know - All of you watch enthusiasts already know the answer to this question. However, many of the watch enthusiasts that are new to our world may not be quite so familiar with the difference between a watch with an annual calendar and one with a perpetual calendar. No fear. This blog will…
How do you choose between a Rolex Submariner and a Rolex Explorer? What is the difference between a Rolex Explorer and Rolex Submariner? Choosing between these two models is a hard decision. Both the Rolex Explorer and Rolex Submarine are rugged and durable watches. Every Rolex watch is precise and…
Ladies, grab your girls! Men, grab your dudes! Teens, grab your buddies! “G.I. Joe Retaliation” has something for everyone: a start-studded and studly cast, action-packed fights scenes, and iconic action figures. This movie epitomizes classic Americana at its finest, and what better way to do so tha…
Ever since it’s founding in 1755, Vacheron Constantin has never failed to create beautiful and innovative luxury watches. Vacheron Constantin can boast that their employee, inventor Geroges-auguste Leschot, was the first to convert watch movements into calibers and to create the pantographic device…
Sometimes, luxury watch owners get bored with the look of their watch and wearing the exact same watch every single day. They think that the best solution is to sell their watch and purchase a new watch. However, there is a much simpler and less expensive fix to this problem: change the watch strap!…
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