November 23, 2009
Invicta makes some decent looking watches, and they're actually priced pretty well. Not only that, but Amazon is having a big sale, so the watch pictured to the left, and several other models, are $100. About the watch:
It has: Precise, high-quality Swiss-Quartz movement, Flame-fusion crystal; Brushed, polished and textured gunmetal case and bracelet, Chronograph functions with 60 second, 30 minute and day of the week subdials; date function, Blue dial with luminous hands and silver-tone hour markers; Black unidirectional bezel; Gun metal crown and pushers; Tachymeter on inner bezel, and it's water-resistant to 330 feet (100 M).
You can check this model out HERE.
Not sure how long the sale will go on, but if you're interested, I'd grab one real soon.
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November 3, 2009
I love the look of this watch.
The original was made with gold, and limited to only 50 pieces. This is a version of it, made with stainless steel, and hopefully is a lot cheaper. Though I'm sure it's still going to cost a pretty penny or two.
There's not a whole lot of detail on the watch, other than the specs, which I added below, along with the marketing blurb:
In homage to Louis-Frédéric Perrelet for his exceptional split-seconds counter, which he patented in 1828, this split-seconds chronograph ( “ rattrapante ” ) collection represents the innovation and openness of the brand. Apart from the extraordinary complexity and decoration of he movement, watchmaking enthusiasts will appreciate the elegance of the finish on the glass discs, which have taken the place of additional hands. The result of a perfect harmony between tradition and modernity.
Movement: P-241, self-winding
Function: Hours, minute, second, date and split-seconds chrono
Case: Stainless steel with DLC treatment, Ø 43.5 mm
Water resistance: 10 meters
Dial: Skeleton, black, Arabic
Bracelet: Natural rubber, black
Warranty: 3 years
You can also check it out at the Perrelet site HERE.
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October 15, 2009
I like the look of this watch, and it has a pretty decent price at $570. Here's the details on it:
TX Watch Company adds a dose of glamour and adventure back into the world of travel. Introducing the newest style from TX’s World Time series of watches, the Airport Lounge put the world within your grasp.
Vintage inspired elements, like its raised case crystal, round case and pushers, recall an era when travel was filled with the lure of romance and the call to adventure. Capturing the essence of the timepiece, the signature embossed globe on the dial is beautifully designed to reveal the innovative complication it houses.
“The Airport Lounge is the fusion of past, present and future- it creates a timeless aesthetic that speaks to the essence of the TX brand,” states Stephen Scholz, TX Brand Director. Displaying the time and season for 24 locations around the world at the push of a button, the World Time series is engineered to account for short months and leap years, making travel effortless for the global watch connoisseur. Each TX timepiece features a proprietary 6-hand movement, driven by four independent motors. This complex technology is made simple by an easy to use interface. Featuring a 44mm circular case and genuine leather strap or integrated stainless band, the World Time Airport Lounge is available in combinations of silver or rose gold case with mirrored globe finishes, multi-color accents and tone-on-tone graphics.
530 SERIES Airport Lounge brings romance back to travel
Specs:
• Introduced in 2009
• 42mm solid 316L stainless steel case
• Available with solid 316L stainless steel bracelet or genuine leather strap
• Push button deployment clasp (some styles) and logo clasp (all styles)
• Signature TX globe graphic embossed on dial
• Super LumiNova® indices and hands
• Time and season displayed for 24 locations around the world
• Simplified handling of daylight savings time with season setting
• Time zones: Azores, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, La Paz, New York, Mexico,
Denver, Los Angeles, Alaska, Honolulu, Midway, Auckland, Noumea, Sydney, Tokyo,
Hong Kong, Bangkok, Bhaka, Karachi, Dubai, Moscow, Athens, Paris, London
• Dual multifunction retrograde display
• TX proprietary World Time movement
• Screw down crown
• Water resistant to 5 ATM
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October 7, 2009
Pretty nice for an all black watch. I like some of the Zodiac models. Here's the details on this one from the site:
The ZMX collection is the heart and soul of the Zodiac brand, delivering fearless style and one of a kind designs. ZMX timepieces exude craftsmanship, precision, technical design and exceptional performance. An icon of the Zodiac brand, the ZMX is the ultimate accessory for active lifestyles and encompasses the same passion and intensity of the bold and daring.
Case Size: 50 mm
Lug Width: 28mm
Movement: Quartz
Water Resistant: 10 ATM
Packaging: Ships in a Zodiac Box
Warranty: 2 year international
Origin: Switzerland
The watch costs $795, which is a little much seeing as how the band is rubber, but I could get past that.
You can check out the other Zodiac watches HERE.
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September 15, 2009
There is all kinds of fun you could have with this watch. I wish it ran for more than two hours, but that's actually pretty good. Here's the details:
This is the analog watch with an undetectable camcorder that provides hands-free video recording. The camera's lens is the size of a pinhole and is located at the two-o'clock position, yet the watch's hands never obscure the lens. The watch's 1.3 MP camera records video at 352 x 288 resolution, storing up to 12 hours of AVI-formatted video onto its built-in 2GB flash memory. The microphone is located on the outer case. Quartz movement provides reliable timekeeping. The camera's rechargeable battery provides up to two hours of use from a four-hour charge using the included USB AC adapter (which also allows you to copy your videos to a PC running Windows).
The watch will set you back $150, and you can pick one up at HERE.
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September 9, 2009
I'm pretty sure that the Chronomat B01 isn't going to come cheap, but I couldn't find a price for one.
The watch looks great, though I'll admit that I've never been a huge fan of the large numbers around the dial. Here's a little bit about it from the press release, but there's a lot more at the site HERE.
The ultimate chronograph
A powerful, unique and quintessential design, masterfully reinterpreted. A selfwinding chronograph movement entirely developed and crafted in the brand workshops. A stunning presence on the wrist distinguished by a blend of strength and elegance. Breitling has created a highly exclusive version of its leading Chronomat model, which is asserting itself more forcefully than ever as the benchmark in the field of mechanical chronographs. Equipped with the very first 100% in-house chronograph movement, the Chronomat B01 majestically heralds Breitling’s grand entrance into the selective circle of genuine watch movement manufacturers. Designed to guarantee maximum precision, reliability and functionality, it represents the culmination of the long-running quest for performance characteristic of Breitling “instruments for professionals”. Crafted with extreme concern for details, this flagship luxury model is bound to delight devotees of fine timepieces born to accomplish great feats. Chronomat B01: the mechanical chronograph has a new name.
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August 25, 2009
Yeah, I really want one of these. Not that I can get one, but that's beside the point. Here's the details:
The 40th Anniversary Limited Edition is powered by OMEGA’s calibre 1861, which shares its lineage with the calibre 321 used in the original Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. The stainless steel case body is delivered with a stainless steel bracelet which has been upgraded to include OMEGA’s patented screw and pin system.
The small seconds counter is a medallion which features an adaptation of Apollo 11’s famous mission patch. The watch’s hour, minute and the red-tipped chronograph seconds hands are coated with Super-LumiNova.
On the dial, the legend 02:56 GMT – the exact time that Neil Armstrong made his “one small step” onto the Moon – is displayed in red. The dial is protected by Hesalite, the same robust, shatter-proof acrylic crystal found on the original Moonwatch. A small, distinctive OMEGA logo has been etched evocatively inside the Hesalite crystal.
The Apollo 11 “Eagle” mission patch is stamped on the caseback along with the words, “THE FIRST WATCH WORN ON THE MOON”, the limited edition number (0000/7969), and “July 21, 1969”, the date Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin first stepped onto the moon’s surface.
You can check it out HERE. No idea where you can actually find one though.
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August 5, 2009
Vulcain has been giving the U.S. Presidents a watch since the 1950s. Their latest gift is a stainless steel Vulcain Cricket Anniversary Heart watch.
The watch has a partial skeleton dial, is 42mm wide, and water resistant to 50 meters. The back of the watch is also skeletonized, and is etched with the President's name, title, and date that he took office.
The retail price of the Vulcain Anniversary Heart watch is around $6,500, although it won't be exactly like the President's. Also, if you're not excited about the steel look, you can buy one in various other tones along with 18k gold.
You can read a little more about the watch over at Luxist HERE.
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August 4, 2009
This is a great idea for the hardcore sports fan. I must admit that I would love to see it take the next step and also show the current score, but I bet I'm asking for too much.
There's a watch for almost every MLB, NCAA Football, NBA, and NFL team, and they all go for around $115. Here's the details about the Chicago Bears watch from Amazon, but it's the same for any of the teams:
Whether you are a diehard fan keeping track of your favorite team, or a fantasy football manager keeping track of every team, the Chicago Bears Schedule Watch puts the entire season on your wrist. Each Chicago Bears Schedule Watch comes pre-programmed with the entire NFL schedule. Each week you will see who the Bears are playing, whether it is home or away, and what time the game starts. It will even play the National Anthem when the game starts as a reminder, so you may never miss another game. At the touch of a button, you can scroll through the Bears' schedule, or the schedule of every NFL team. Look ahead to see future games any week of the season, or look back at games already played. In addition, each Chicago Bears Schedule Watch is programmed with the results of past Super Bowls, so you can scroll through the history of the biggest game in sports. The patented technology allows your Chicago Bears Schedule Watch to be updated each season. By using the specially designed USB connector included with each watch, you can connect your Schedule Watch to a computer to download the next season's schedule into your watch via the internet. Officially licensed by the NFL.
You can check out the watches, and find your team, over at Amazon HERE.
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July 30, 2009
These are pretty cool looking, but I wonder just how big they will look on your wrist. Here's a little bit about it from the Watchismo.com site:
This Ultra-oversized 65 millimeter "Super Bad Ass" watch is built for performance and definitely not for the faint of heart. Four displays (including a chronograph, digital and two analog clocks) allow you to navigate multiple time zones without losing a second. Finely etched case is attached to a genuine black leather strap.
Summed up, there are big watches, there are oversize watches, but these are the first truly Bad Ass watches!
# Movement: Ana-Digi
# Strap: Leather
# Case Size: 65MM X 57MM
# Water Resistant: 5 ATM
# Comes in Diesel Packaging
# 2 year international warranty
The watch costs $289, which isn't bad. You can check it out over at the Watchismo.com site HERE.
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