Vintage wristwatches have for centuries been one of the most prized collectors’ items. Not only that, but vintage watches are also hugely popular as hand-me-downs, family heirlooms and as gifts for a variety of celebrations. They do not even have to be ‘vintage’ in the strictest meaning of the word; many companies specifically design and [...] Read more »
Buying an Antique Pocket Watch
Pocket watches have an aura of romanticism and charm that wristwatches could never really claim—at least not until about the turn of the century. Antique pocket watches simply ooze with charm and sophistication. As early as 1462, an Italian pocket watch maker was made by Bartholomew Manfredi for a friend of the Duke of Modena. [...] Read more »
Swiss Army Watches – Do They Live Up To The Hype?
One of the most recognizable and well respected brands in the world is ‘Swiss Army’, but it seems that they are far better known for their knives than their watches. Switzerland as a country has always been known for its precision, elegance and beauty, and the fact that the Swiss government itself has a hand [...] Read more »
The Rolex Submariner: A guest post
The Rolex Submariner comes from a line of Swiss watches known to be among the most luxurious in the world. Say the words Swiss Watch and the odds are that people will think of Rolex first. The submariner has a long and illustrious past. It was first introduced in 1953 and since then it has [...] Read more »
The Rolex Daytona: A Guest Post by Sharmi
The name “Rolex” immediately creates an image of a company that produces quality and luxurious watches. It is no coincidence. This is one of the world’s most reputed brands of Swiss Watch. This watch manufacturer makes approximately 200 watches each day. It also generates revenues of almost 3 billion dollars a year. Rolex stores are [...] Read more »
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