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To The Extreme: The Best Watches For Intense Conditions

To The Extreme: The Best Watches For Intense Conditions

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…

Wrist Check: Rolex Explorer II

Wrist Check: Rolex Explorer II

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…

The Best Entry Watches to OMEGA

The Best Entry Watches to OMEGA

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…

“The Bling Ring” Movie Features Orlando Bloom’s Stolen Watches

“The Bling Ring” Movie Features Orlando Bloom’s Stolen Watches

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…

The 2013 French Open Stars and Their Luxury Watches

The 2013 French Open Stars and Their Luxury Watches

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…

Drawbacks of Selling Your Watch to an Auction House

Drawbacks of Selling Your Watch to an Auction House

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…

Breitling Ambassador David Beckham Retires From Soccer

Breitling Ambassador David Beckham Retires From Soccer

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…

Photos From the Zenith Factory and Patek Philippe Boutique in Switzerland

Photos From the Zenith Factory and Patek Philippe Boutique in Switzerland

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…

Leo Messi’s Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Sells for $81,850

Leo Messi’s Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Sells for $81,850

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…

Why Should I Buy a Pre-Owned Watch Instead of a Brand New Watch?

Why Should I Buy a Pre-Owned Watch Instead of a Brand New Watch?

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…

Tommy Hilfiger Gifts Rolex Day-Date II to Nicki Minaj

Tommy Hilfiger Gifts Rolex Day-Date II to Nicki Minaj

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…

Here Are Some of the Most Impressive Brands at Baselworld 2013

Here Are Some of the Most Impressive Brands at Baselworld 2013

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…

Hands-On With the Thinnest Tourbillon in the Market

Hands-On With the Thinnest Tourbillon in the Market

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…

Buy Mom a Luxury Timepiece For Mother’s Day

Buy Mom a Luxury Timepiece For Mother’s Day

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…

Rolex Sues Brooklyn Deli Shop For Copyright Infringement

Rolex Sues Brooklyn Deli Shop For Copyright Infringement

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…

What Watches Are In “Fast & Furious 6?”

What Watches Are In “Fast & Furious 6?”

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…

Why Would Someone Spend So Much Money on a Luxury Watch?

Why Would Someone Spend So Much Money on a Luxury Watch?

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…

What Does Your Luxury Watch Say About You?

What Does Your Luxury Watch Say About You?

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…

First-Hand Look at Watches From Baselworld 2013

First-Hand Look at Watches From Baselworld 2013

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…

My Automatic Watch is Losing Time. What Do I Do?

My Automatic Watch is Losing Time. What Do I Do?

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…

Crown & Caliber Gets Exclusive Access to Hublot’s 2013 SIHH Collection

Crown & Caliber Gets Exclusive Access to Hublot’s 2013 SIHH Collection

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…

Sotheby’s Sells Two of the Most Expensive Clocks in the World

Sotheby’s Sells Two of the Most Expensive Clocks in the World

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…

Do You Have Over $100,000 to Spend? Spend it on One of These.

Do You Have Over $100,000 to Spend? Spend it on One of These.

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…

What to “Watch” For in the 2013 NCAA Final Four

What to “Watch” For in the 2013 NCAA Final Four

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…

Felix Hernandez Gifts Rolex Submariner to John Jaso

Felix Hernandez Gifts Rolex Submariner to John Jaso

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…

What is the Difference Between an Annual and Perpetual Calendar?

What is the Difference Between an Annual and Perpetual Calendar?

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…

Watch Comparison: Rolex Submariner vs. Rolex Explorer

Watch Comparison: Rolex Submariner vs. Rolex Explorer

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…

The Men of “G.I. Joe Retaliation” and Their Watches

The Men of “G.I. Joe Retaliation” and Their Watches

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…

Story Behind the Vacheron Constantin Cross

Story Behind the Vacheron Constantin Cross

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…

You Will Be Amazed at The Difference A New Watch Strap Can Make

You Will Be Amazed at The Difference A New Watch Strap Can Make

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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