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The Omega Speedmaster Professional: The Original Nasa Moonwatch

Written by papajon on November 28, 2011 · Leave a Comment

There is one watch that has gone beyond this earth in terms of its fame and reliability and that is the Omega Speedmaster Professional, the original Nasa moonwatch that has gone to space and to the moon. This is the watch that Buzz Aldrin wore on the surface of the moon in July 1969(although Neil [...]

Rolex Vs Omega: A Brief History of Two Great Watch Brands

Written by papajon on October 31, 2010 · 5 Comments

As with Ford and Chevy, Canon and Nikon, BMW and Mercedes, or Coke and Pepsi, in the world of luxury watches, the debate between Rolex vs Omega is a heated one. These two titan companies (both Swiss in origin) have been battling each other to win the hearts, minds (and pocketbooks) of high-end consumers for [...]

The Most Popular Swiss Watch Brands

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The history of some of the more popular Swiss Watch brands dates as far back as 1735. Swiss watch makers today draw on a tradition and craft that has been built up over centuries. So although many Swiss watch manufacturers use the most modern techniques and technology, their craft is one that runs deep in [...]

Buying an Antique Pocket Watch

Written by papajon on August 1, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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. [...]

The Wide Range of Swiss Military Style Watches

Written by papajon on July 5, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Among Switzerland’s most famous brands is the wide range of military style watches that are produced. These draw on both Switzerland’s heritage of watch making and fine craftsmanship as well as on its tradition of independence and neutrality. Switzerland’s military has long been revered across Europe and the rest of the world and it has [...]