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Join me on a journey to see how I pick and purchase my watches
In-depth technical analysis of a specific watch
Discover unique timepieces with me
Interviews with renowned individuals in the world of vintage watches
Auctions, fairs and events : my reports on major international events
ANDREA: Hi Roberto,In our previous chat we dealt with the challenging topic of military watches.Frist of all, we clarified what the term “Military Watch” means, then we had a close look at some models you came across with in these years and we also talked about your personal passion for
In our first chat with Roberto we talked about his boundless passion for vintage Speedmasters. A passion that grew together with interest in Space Mission Programs, which have always seen the Omega Speedmaster as one of the main protagonists. A dedication that, as a natural evolution, resulted in his ten-year
The Rolex Gmt Master is certainly one of the most beloved references by Rolex fans and aficionados. The reason is that its iconic features like the bi-color Inlay and the Red Arrow GMT Hand make it a very unique Model in the whole Rolex production. The collectors’ passion for this
In the spring of 1988, at the Basel Fair, Rolex officially introduced the new version of one of its most iconic models, the Daytona. The new references available are three: 16520 and 16528, with a case in steel and 18kt yellow gold, respectively, and 16523 in a steel/gold two-tone version.
The purpose of this topic is to attempt a clear cataloging of the casebacks that were used on the Sea-Dweller 16660. The subject of the 16660 casebacks is not very well known and, to my knowledge, has never been addressed with such detail. To create an accurate classification and correct
The topic of BIG EYES dials for the Daytona 6263 and 6265 references has already been addressed by various experts and collectors. The purpose of this brief guide is therefore to revisit this subject in detail, using high-quality photographs. Although the Reference 6239 turned out to be a commercial flop
Audemars Piguet and the Royal Oak collection are a cornerstone of the entire watchmaking industry. The watch, designed by Gerald Genta, has been widely discussed since its presentation in 1972 and has formally created the segment of sporty yet luxurious watches. This combination, seemingly contradictory, would prove to be the
The Rolex Seadweller ref. 1665 was introduced in 1967 circa as a flagship watch in the Rolex sports collection. Specifically made for diving professionals who needed a reliable watch that could tackle the depths of the oceans, the Rolex Seadweller was one of the most formidable tool watches of the
Rolex began producing its first wristwatch chronographs in the mid-1930s. The first years of production were a true laboratory of ideas. These first wrist chronographs were produced in a huge variety of versions, differing in the shape of the case, the caliber used, the type of pushers, hands and dials.
The history of the Patek Philippe World Time watches dates back to the early 20th century, when the world was experiencing a period of rapid globalization. As people began to travel more frequently and across longer distances, the need for accurate timekeeping became increasingly important. In response to this demand,
The new book “Rolex GMT-Master 1675: The Gilt Era” is now available.
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