Why I Bought It: Rolex Stella-Inspired Oyster Perpetual 41 with Turquoise Blue Dial

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There aren’t that many rules that GaryG applies to watch collecting, but one rule that he has found critically important is that it’s crucial to handle a watch before buying it. This story however is about how Gary completely violated that rule and nonetheless came away happy with a watch that few people would have guessed he would buy: the 2020-launched Oyster Perpetual 41 from Rolex with a bright turquoise blue dial.

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The author’s A. Lange & Söhne Pour le Mérite Tourbillon

Why I Bought It: A. Lange & Söhne Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon

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When the hammer came down at the Phillips auction and GaryG became the new owner of an A. Lange & Söhne Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon, the feeling was one of complete joy, representing the culmination of a multiyear chase. What makes this particular watch so special in so many ways to him?

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The Secret to Good Watch Design: The Art of Proportion

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A principle of art that Raman Kalra find best at capturing why some watches work so well is that of proportion. Here he explains why.

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RIP Mr. Armin Strom: A Master of Skeletonization

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With great sadness, the independent Swiss watch manufacture Armin Strom announces the death of its founder, Mr. Armin Strom at the age of 86.

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New Release: Armin Strom Tribute 2 Copper Edition

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The Armin Strom Tribute 2 Copper Edition features a mainplate with a distinctive grattage design in an elegant copper hue. It’s a limited edition of just 10 pieces.

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New Release: Parmigiani L’Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse: A Minute Repeater Striking Cathedral Gongs, No Dial Side Indications, and Packed with Arts and Crafts

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The art and craft is so important to the Parmigiani L’Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse that there are no dial side time indications. In fact, there is no dial side dial!

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Patek Philippe Ref. 5208R Grande Complication Reviewed by Tim Mosso

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The Patek Philippe 5208R is exceptional, even by the perception-warping standards of a watch industry insider like Tim Mosso and here he explains why.

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Top 20 Watch Brands by Geography: What Your Region Says About You

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Raman Kalra enjoys exploring different trends within the watch market. One topic he hasn’t considered until now is how geography plays a role in tastes. And here he does just that.

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Collecting F.P. Journe Watches: Strategies, Tips, and Advice with Osama Sendi (aka The Journe Guy)

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Osama Sendi, perhaps better known as The Journe Guy (@thejourneguy on Instagram), joined George Mayer in The 1916 Company’s New York office for a panel discussion where they go over collecting tips, talk about some of their favorite Journe models.

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Ulysse Nardin Freak S Nomad Reviewed by Tim Mosso – Spoiler Alert, He Likes It!

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The new Ulysse Nardin Freak S Nomad is titanium cased with carbon fiber composite cladding on its flanks. While the carbon is laced with subtle veins of yellow gold, the material doesn’t overpower.

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