patrick_yModerator Patrick_y highlights the importance of setting watches precisely and wishes more brands offered user-friendly features. Swiss brands lack these features, unlike German brands like the Glashütte Original Senator Chronometer, which excels in this aspect. Patek Philippe is incorporating hacking seconds, but top Swiss brands like Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet lack this feature. Glashütte Original prioritizes user experience, delivering precise, easy-to-use watches....Story

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Cpt ScarletThe article discusses the importance of quality straps for watches, noting that cheaper options often have a short lifespan. The author invites readers to share their experiences with various makers and favorite watches. Best, Captain....Story

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quattro_spiritThe article discusses a reference similar to the 5070 watch, named the Minute Repeater, with cathedral gongs. Introduced in yellow gold in 2002, rose gold in 2005, and platinum in 2009, production ended in 2015. The author finds the reference gorgeous, despite confusing online information and reference numbers. Variants include 5074J-001, 5074J-010 in yellow gold, 5074R-012, 5074R-001 in rose gold, and 5074P-012, 5074P-001 in platinum....Story

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quattro_spiritExplore the Patek Philippe 3940 introduced in 1985 through its various series: 1985, 1987, 1995. The 5140, a modern update to the 3940, launched in 2006. Variants like the 3940J, 3940R, and 5140R-011, with Roman numerals, provide a diverse collection. Check sources like Twain Time and specific websites for further details....Story

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amanicoYou know the Czapek Antarctique. It is regularly posted here. But did you know about the Antarctique Green Meteor? Czapek cut a slice of the Gibeon Meteorite, lacquered it in green, then polished it. The outcome is quite cool, I must say...Story

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amanicoJaeger-Lecoultre introduced the Tribute, creating the Geophysic family. The Tribute was the first, featuring an automatic movement instead of manual. In 2015, they unveiled the True Second and Universal Time with the new Cal 770 and Cal 772 movements. The Universal Time features a unique world timer function and Gyrolab balance wheel. The True Second has a date function, while the Universal Time does not....Story

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amanico- INTRODUCTION - When you're considering building a collection of fine Chronographs the 5070 is certainly a piece which comes or will come to your mind, along with some past or recent models such as the Lange Datograph, the Vacherons (Les Historiques / Malte / Patrimony), and the more recent Jaeger-Lecoultre Duomètre à Chronographe. All these references belong, in my opinion, to the top class family of Chronographs, and each of them has its own personality, with its flaws and its qualities which will be revealed ... ...Story

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sebksVisited lu2019Epee 1839, a historic Swiss clock maker known for collaborations with MB&F. Clocks made in-house in Delemont, with one watchmaker assembling each piece. The latest collab, Lu2019Albatros, weighs 17kg and costs 120k chf in raw materials. Starfleet Machine and The Orb are other notable collaborations, featuring intricate details and unique designs. Clocks are handmade, some with exotic leather covering....Story

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amanicoThe article explores the uncommon presence of Tourbillons in sports watches, highlighting Moser's Streamliner Cylindrical Tourbillon for Alpine. The watch features a cushion case, synthetic dials in blue and pink, and a skeletonized movement with a cylindrical hairspring. While the concept of sporty tourbillons may be unconventional, the Alpine Streamliner is praised for its unique design and balance, despite some reservations....Story

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amanicoTwo new iterations of luxury watches: Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges features rose gold case and PVD coated bridges for modern touch; La Esmeralda Tourbillon A Secret Eternity Edition pays homage to 1889 pocket watch with pink gold case, hand guilloché dial, and a hinged case back. Prices set at 180,000 Euros and 472,000 Euros respectively, but may not be to everyone's taste....Story

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