Ernst Benz ChronoScope

Ernst Benz ChronoScope
Ernst Benz is a Swiss high-end luxury watch manufacture named after its founder Ernst Benz. Creator of pieces like ChronoLunar Automatic the Ernst Benz timepieces are renowned for their large format, accuracy, reliability and durability featuring equipment designed for professional aviators which are also in great demand by mechanical watch enthusiasts all over the world. The design of the Ernst Benz timepieces is inspired by the aviator military models from the World War II and is both elegant and fashionable which makes it excellent choice for men of all age groups as well as for all occasions from casual to formal attires. The Ernst Benz ChronoScope also known as the traditional chronograph with hours, minutes and sweep seconds is available in two sizes - 47 mm and 40 mm and is probably the best known and the most popular of the Ernst Benz collection. Its highly elegant design is a homage to the authentic aviation chronographs and aviator military wristwatches from the World War II. Brushed stainless steel case in diameter 47 mm or 40 mm houses the Automatic Valjoux movement, is water resistant to 50 meters (165 feet) and has an exhibition type sapphire crystal back revealing the movement. The dial which is marked by large Arabic numerals is available in black, copper and white colour with white or white with black luminous numerals and hour-minute hands. Both versions are available with brushed stainless steel bracelet and leather or alligator strap.

Azimuth Mr. Roboto

The Mr. Roboto like the Gauge Mecha-1 BMF are from Azimuth. Azimuth is a Swiss high-end premium watch manufacturer which distinguishes itself from other Swiss luxury watches by its avant-garde design and by pursuing development of new complications and technology. The Azimuth timepieces might not be appropriate for all men but if looking for truly unique and one of the kind high-end watch you should definitely check the Azimuth collection. The Azimuth Mr. Roboto is perhaps the best example of the brand's truly unique approach to watchmaking. It can be described as brilliant, amazing, impressive as well as unusual, weird or even bizarre. Mr. Roboto is one of those timepieces you either must have or would not wear it even if you would get paid for it. On the other hand, even its greatest critics must admit that Mr. Roboto is one of the most innovative watches ever created. The design of the watch which is everything but just another high-end timepiece greatly resembles a tin toy robot from the 1950's. The hour register and GMT indication function as the "robot's eyes", while the small rotating second hand and retrograde minute display appear as the nose, respectively, the mouth. To make the revival of the tin robot toys even more genuine the crown is designed in a shape of toy winding key. The amazing timepiece is powered by ETA 2836-2 modified automatic winding movement and has 25 jewels. The case of 43 maximum width and 50 mm length is made of 316L stainless steel and is water resistant to 50 meters (165 feet).

F. P. Journe Octa Lune

F. P. Journe Octa Lune
The founder of the Swiss high-end watch company F.P. Journe, Francois-Paul Journe is by many luxury watch connoisseurs considered one of the greatest living watch designer who has managed to join the traditional art of fine watchmaking and the demands for the advanced technology. Although being inspired by the 18th century watchmaking he has managed to achieve a perfect harmony between the traditional and innovative design. Thus all F.P. Journe timepieces are marked by timeless design which is modern at the same time.The Octa Lune of the Octa collection is one of the finest examples of Francois-Paul Joune's innovative approach to watchmaking. The case in diameter 30,80 mm is available in platinum and red gold, while the dial comes in 18 carat yellow, red or white gold featuring the distinctive guilloche silver off-centered hour-minute dial, patented F.P. Journe large date display, a power reserve indicator and moon-phase indicator. In addition to brand's name, the dial also features an inscription of the brand's motto "Invenit et fecit" (meaning "invented and made"). The exceptional timepiece with an exhibition type case back is powered by 1300.3 calibre movement and has a power reserve of amazing 5 days.
The Octa Lune was proclaimed the Best Men's Watch at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Geneve in 2003 and remains one of the most popular and desired men's wristwatches of the J.P. Journe collection impressing with its elegant, timeless and innovative design.

Jules Audemars Chronometer with Audemars Piguet Escapement

Jules Audemars Chronometer with Audemars Piguet Escapement

Audemars Piguet is a Swiss luxury watch manufacture timepieces of which are considered among the finest in the world. The company dates its history back to 1875 when Jules- Louis Audemars and Edward-Auguste Piguet began to create complication watches in the Joux Valley laying the foundation stone of one of the top luxury watch manufactures in the world. Audemars Piguet timepieces are definitely among the top Swiss luxury wristwatches, while the Jules Audemars Chronometer with AP (Audemars Piquet) escapement won the men's watch prize at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Geneve in 2009. The winner of the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix is an extraordinary watch already at first sight. Its design is truly unique and cannot be compared to any other design seen so far. The extraordinary white enamel dial is marked by off-centred hour-minute dial (located at 12 o'clock) with black Roman numerals and blued steel hands, small second subdial adorned with the brand's name (at 6 o'clock) and power reserve indicator at 8 o'clock. The dial also reveals the famous AP escapement and parallel-mounted twin barrels making the appearance of the watch one of the kind. The masterpiece is powered by hand-wound calibre 2908 movement with the AP escapement which is renowned for excellent efficiency and extraordinary shock-resistance. The case in diameter 46 mm is made of 950 platinum and has a sapphire crystal back. The Jules Audemars Chronometer with AP escapement has a power reserve of approximately 56 hours and is water resistant to 20 meters (65 feet).

Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Contemporaine Date Self-Winding

Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Contemporaine Date Self-Winding

Vancheron Constantin is a Swiss luxury watch manufacture founded in 1755 which makes it the oldest watch manufacture in the world with an uninterrupted history. Today, the brand is one of the leading premium watch manufacturers and a symbol of prestige, elegance, beauty and sophistication. Virtually all timepieces offered by Vacheron Constantin are extraordinary timepieces and works of art marked by technological excellence. The Patrimony Contemporaine date self-winding is most likely one of the most impressive of the Vacheron Constantine Patrimony collection of wristwatches for men which impresses with its simple, clean and minimalistic design. The amazing timepiece has a 2450 automatic movement, 27 jewels and a power reserve of approximately 40 hours. The case in diameter 40 mm has a transparent sapphire crystal back and is available in three materials: 18 carat white gold, 18 carat pink gold and 18 carat yellow gold. The white dial has hour, minute and central second display as well as calendar in aperture which is located at 6 o'clock. The model with 18 carat white gold comes with black Mississippiens alligator strap, while the models with 18 carat yellow gold and 18 carat pink gold cases have a brown Mississippiens alligator strap. All three variations are water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet).Except for time and date display the Patrimony Contemporaine does not have any special features nor any superfluous decoration except for the brand's symbol (the Maltese cross) at the 12 o'clock and discrete brand's name and headquarters below the symbol. The design of the wrist watch could not be more aesthetically appealing and it will appear as much contemporary and elegant as it does today in the future as well.

Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse

Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse
Patek Philippe & Co is a Swiss luxury watch manufacture famous for creating the most expensive modern wristwatch - the Sky Moon Tourbillon (Reference 5002P) which was sold for $1,49 million in 2008. The brand is truly one of the best among the best, while its timepieces are breathtaking and among the most desired timepieces for collectors and connoisseurs. All Patek Philippe timepieces are designed, developed and created in-house. The Golden Ellipse launched in the late 1960's is definitely one of the most recognizable wristwatches created by Patek Philippe. Although the brand is famous for its ultra-complicated watches and enjoyed a great demand among watch connoisseurs of a high social status including monarchs, popes and political leaders the Golden Ellipse collection impresses with its simplicity and formal purity. The distinctive elliptical design comes in two versions which distinguish themselves only in size and material of the case. The Golden Ellipse Ref. 3738 comes with anthracite sunburst or blue sunburst dial featuring gold applied hour markers and white gold, yellow gold or rose gold case, while the Golden Ellipse Ref. 5738P-001 is characterized by a large platinum case with 18 carat gold dial sunburst with Blue Gold featuring center applied baton markers and baton hands in 18 carat white gold. Both versions have a ultra-thin self-winding movement with 27 jewels and 6 bridges, a power reserve of approximately 48 hours and are water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet).

Breitling Navitimer

Breitling is a Swiss high-end watch manufacturer offering Certified Chronometers which are primarily designed for aviation use but are also very popular in men who require "instruments for professionals". The Breitling wrist watches are a perfect choice for all men who want more than just an "ordinary" luxury timepiece.The Breitling Navitimer is probably the most recognizable and popular of all Breitling timepieces. The first Breitling Navitimer was created in the 1950's and became a favorite among the pilots all over the world very soon because of its famous built-in navigation computer performing all required flight plan calculations. The Beritling Navitimer has been continuously produced since the legendary "806" model becoming the world's oldest chronograph. The "new" Breitling Navitimer retained the spirit of the first Navitimers and is marked by a perfect combination of highly functional, modern and timeless design. The amazing wristwatch is powered by Breitling 23 calibre and has a 25 jeweled self-winding mechanical movement with a power reserve of at least 42 hours. The case in diameter 41,80 mm is available in steel, steel and gold combination, and 18 carat yellow gold featuring bidirectional slide rule bezel and cambered sapphire crystal. Chronograph features 1/4th second, 30 minutes and 12 hours measurements which are located at 9 o'clock, 3 o'clock and 6 o'clock, while date display is located between 4 and 5 o'clock. The steel case version comes with steel bracelet, steel and gold case has a two tone (gold and steel) bracelet, while 18 carat gold case comes with 18 carat gold bracelet. All versions are also available with leather and crocodile straps in various colours and are water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet).

Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 King Size Chronograph

Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 King Size Chronograph, GMT - Technical data of the Vintage 1945 King Size Chronograph, GMT and the main features

Girard-Perregaux is one of the best known Swiss luxury watch manufacturers with a long tradition of fine watch making which dates back to 1791. The company produces, develops and designs all watch components and has introduced several far reaching innovations and registered nearly 80 patents. The Girard-Perregaux timepieces are marked by classic and elegant design revealing the company's rich history and tradition which joined with the newest technologies.

The Girard-PerregauxVintage 1945 is at far one of the most recognizable timepieces created by the brand. The Vintage 1945 collection is a revival of the rectangular Art Deco style watch from the 1945 renowned for timeless elegance and amazing details. The collection features 19 amazing models, while the Vintage 1945 King Size Chronograph, GMT is one of the most spectacular of the Vintage 1945 collection. The rectangular case is made of pink gold and is 32 x 32 mm in diameter. The 61 jewelled GP033CO automatic movement can be admired through an exhibition type sapphire crystal case back which is secured with four screws. The Vintage 1945 King Size Chronograph, GMT has a power reserve of 46 hours and is water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet). Besides hour, minute, small second and chronograph the spectacular watch also features date display and second time zone.

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean

Omega SA is one of the most recognizable premium watch brands in the world ( see Omega Watch History ). The company has a rich history dating back to 1848, while Omega Speedmaster Professional Chronograph has become the first watch on the Moon worn by "Buzz" Aldrin in 1969. Omega SA is also associated with the James Bond movies since 1995 when Pierce Brosnan began wearing the Omega Seamaster in the Golden Eye. The current James Bond - Daniel Craig also wears the Omega Seamaster. The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean (Reference 2201.50 00) is the latest "James Bond" timepiece worn by Daniel Craig in the Quantum of Solace. The case in diameter 42 mm houses Omega 2500 self-winding chronometer calibre featuring Omega's revolutionary Co-axial escapement movement which has a rhodium-plated finish. The domed sapphire crystal is scratch-resistant and anti-reflective. The black dial comes with stainless steel or 18 carat red gold hands depending chosen variation of the case which is available in stainless steel and 18 carat red gold (Reference 222.60.42.20.01.001). Both variations feature a date display located at 3 o'clock, screw-in crown, unidirectional rotating bezel, chronometer and helium escape valve, and are water resistant to 600 meters (2000 feet). The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean comes with stainless steel or 18 carat red gold bracelet but leather and rubber strap are available as well. It has a power reserve of 48 hours. The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean is aesthetically pleasing and elegant, comfortable to wear and has everything a man could expect from a luxury watch.

Rolex Date-Day II

Rolex Date-Day II - The Rolex Day-Date II review and technical data

Rolex is one of the leading if not the leading manufacturer of luxury watches. The company is the largest single premium watch brand whose timepieces are considered one of the finest in the world. If searching for a Swiss wrist watch for men you should definitely check the Rolex collection of timepieces.
The Rolex Date-Day is among the finest timepieces of the Rolex collection for men. The design of the self-winding chronometer which is notable for being the first wristwatch with a day-date function has not significantly changed since its introduction in the 1950's, while the new Date-Day II with a case in diameter 41 mm can be described as a bigger and contemporary version of the classic Rolex Date-Day. The masterpiece is available in 18 carat yellow, white or Everose gold, and platinum and comes with a Super-President bracelet and crownclasp. Like the classic Rolex Day-Date, the Date-Day II features day-date function with date display at 3 o'clock and display of the day of the week at 12 o'clock which is available in various languages. The Rolex Day-Date II is also notable for featuring the blue Parachrom hairspring which makes it resistant to magnetic shock. It is fitted with a fluted bezel and is water resistant to 100 meters (330 feet).
The Rolex Date-Day II is a perfect choice for all men who appreciate tradition and history joined with timeless elegance which reveals presti~ge and luxury. After all, a Rolex is a luxury watch.

Movado New Vizio

If you are looking for pure elegance, technologically advanced mechanisms, the best materials and Swiss precision and reliability you cannot miss if choosing a Movado timepiece. The Swiss company has a long tradition of fine watch making and a rich legacy of innovation in design and time technology owning over 100 patents and earning over 200 international awards for its masterpieces. Movado (meaning always in motion) created some of the most famous timepieces ever made and remains one of the world’s leading premium watch manufacturers impressing with distinctive and unique features and extraordinary elegance.
The brand’s most recognizable feature - a single dot at 12 o’clock can be also found on the New Vizio chronograph, a highly elegant timepiece which is the newest in the Vizio line. The New Vizio, like the other Movado’s timepieces reveals the brand’s distinctive design which is both modern and timeless. The watch does not include any superfluous decoration. Apart from the distinctive Movado large luminescent dot at 12 o’clock which is a homage to the legendary Movado Museum Watch there is nothing to attract attention from the watch’s functions:1/10th of a second counter at 2 o’clock, small second counter at 6 o’clock, 30 minute counter at 10 o’clock and date display at 4 o’clock. The round case in diameter 47 mm is made of solid steel and has tungsten carbide hard metal bezel and black rubber crown. Unlike the majority of other Movado’s timepieces, the New Vizio’s dark grey carbon fibre dial is detailed by applied markers – triangular hour markers a
nd white minute index and features silver luminescent hour/minute hands making time reading a lot easier at poor or low light. The New Vizio chronograph comes with stainless steel and carbon fibre bracelet or black carbon-fibre-textured rubber straps. Both versions are powered by precise Swiss quartz chronograph movement and have a scratch resistant sapphire crystal which is water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet).The New Vizio chronograph is truly an amazing timepiece which impresses with its clean and minimalistic but very elegant design. The brand has managed to create a truly timeless and modern timepiece confirming its role as one of the worlds leading manufacturers of luxury watches once again. Movado’s timepieces are often regarded as a symbol of elegance and distinction and the New Vizio reveals the brand’s dedication to tradition and legacy as well as to design innovations for the future.

MeisterSinger No O1 One Hand

The founder and designer of the MeisterSinger, Manfred Brassler attracted a lot of attention with his timepieces already at the start. His first collection of wrist watches which were introduced in 2001 announced the brand’s unique and new approach to time display which can be described as simple, elegant, clean, minimalistic, unusual, amazing but definitely not as ordinary. The brand become a major success in a very short period, while its most popular and most recognizable timepiece – the MeisterSinger No 1 won several awards and was proclaimed the watch of the year 2004 in the Netherlands.
Manfred Brassler found an inspiration for his most popular and the most successful wrist watch (so far) in the 17th century. Thus the MeisterSinger No 1 represents a revolutionary approach to time display and a return to the original timekeeping at the same time. The very first measurements of time – the sundials as well as the first modern mechanical watches featured only one hand and from that point of view the MeisterSinger approach to time display is actually more original than the conventional two hand timepieces. The company follows the motto less is more and rejects the superfluous decoration of watches which should only serve their main purpose – time display.
The MeisterSinger No 1 is notable for having a single hand. Despite that it enables very easy time reading to five-minute accuracy due to very accurate single hand, large and clean numerals and numeral markings on the dial. The dial is divided by 144 markers with each mark representing 5 minutes. Both the dial and needle like hand come in different colour versions: white silver/black, black/white, black/red gold and ivory/black. The stainless steel case with 43 mm in diameter houses ETA20801-2 manually wound movement. Glass base is secured by screws and is water resistant to 10 meters (33 feet). Apart from the numerals, markings and single hand the watch’s dial does not display any special features except for very discrete name of the brand and model. The design of the MeisterSinger No 1 is minimalistic and clean making the watch a truly unique timepiece.
The company has also released a limited series (5 x 111) of the MeisterSinger No 1 at fifth anniversary of MeisterSinger in 2006. Five versions of Jubilee Edition ED106 feature a fluorescent coating of dials, numeral markings and the hand greatly improving time reading at low light. Like the classic MeisterSinger No 1 models, all Jubilee Edition ED106 with Sellita SW Swiss automatic movement with Geneva stripes serve exclusively time display.

F.-P. Journe Octa Calendrier

F. P. Journe is a Swiss watch manufacture which is everything but “just” another Swiss high-end watch-making company. The brand’s motto Invent et Fecit (Invent and made) reveals the company’s vision of fine watch-making and time display. Francois-Paul Journe has managed to create truly unique timepieces originality of which can be noticed at first sight, while F.P. Journe Octa Calendrier is not only the first wristwatch with an annual calendar integrating large date but is also probably the finest of all F. P. Journe masterpieces.
The Octa Calendrier can be described as a genius timepiece. The amazing watch which received a Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Geneve Jury’s special Award in 2002 is truly a very special and impressive wristwatch. In contrary to other premium watches, Octa Calendrier does not impress with gemstones and diamonds but with its incredible time and calendar display which are simply brilliant. Off-centered hour, minute and sub-second display are semi-encircled by the retrograde annual calendar which actually makes the watch so special in compare to other luxury watches although Octa Calendrier offers a lot more than just an impressive calendar display. The case in diameter 30,80 mm houses an automatic winding caliber 1300.3 movement, 22 carat gold rotor and engine turned guilloche dial. The watch has 39 jewels and an incredible 120 to 160 hours of power reserve which ensures precise time display even when the watch is not worn. The case comes in platinum with silver dial or18 carat rose gold case with gold dial and has a scratch resistant sapphire crystal at both front and back enabling admiration of the watch’s movement. The watch comes with black crocodile leather strap and rose gold or platinum bracelet. The amazing retrograde calendar advances automatically to the next month and does not require any intervention except for every leap year when the date is advanced manually from February 28th to February 29th by a simple turn of the crown.
The Octa Calendrier is very different from “ordinary” luxury watches but very elegant which makes it an excellent choice whether you search for a different or a timeless and elegant men’s wristwatch. F. P. Journe’s Octa Calendrier is truly a masterpiece which will remain equally impressive even after decades and justifies the reputation of Francois-Paul Journe as one of the greatest living watchmakers.

JeanRichard Paramount Square

JeanRichard has inherited a great name and proved itself with its amazing timepieces which are marked by the traditional Swiss fine watch-making values and technology but reveal a lot of originality and innovative approach. The company is very proud on its self winding mechanical movement the JR 1000 which was produced in 2004 after years of study and is characterized by excellent performance. Many special features are still under study and considering the company’s achievements so far there is no doubt that a lot will be heard about JeanRichard in the future as well.
The Paramaount Square is definitely one of the most recognizable timepieces made by JeanRichard so far. The square shaped case houses the JR1010 in-house manufactured self-winding mechanical movement. The case of 36,30x36,30 mm in diameter and 12,05 mm in height is made of brushed steel and features curved, anti reflective sapphire crystal which is water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet). Sapphire glass case back is secured with four screws and reveals the watch´s movement. Satin-finished sunburst effect brown dial features large white Arabic numerals and white hour, minute and second hands which are coated with luminescent coating for enhanced visibility at low light. Date display is positioned at 7.30 o’clock. Highly elegant timepiece has a power reserve of 48 hours and has a linear power reserve indicator positioned at 1.30 o’clock. The Paramount Square comes with quality alligator integrated strap and steel buckle but steel bracelet is available as well. The model is also available in satin-finished sunburst effect silver dial with golden numerals and hands and sun-ray brushed black dial with white numerals and hands. Both variations have the same features and characteristics and come with alligator integrated strap with steel folding buckle or steel bracelet.
The Paramount Square does not have any special features besides time and date display but the watch is a very popular in men who require the Swiss precision and reliability. The design is quite simple but very effective and elegant and kind of universal. The watch goes well with all styles of clothing from casual to elegant and sporty look which makes it an excellent choice for men of all age groups who appreciate a quality timepiece which does not attract a lot attention and has everything a luxury mens watch must have.

Glashutte Golden Dragon

Glashutte Original mechanical masterpieces reveal a perfect combination of the company’s 160-year old tradition of fine watch making and innovative approach. The company is one of the few authentic watch manufactures producing almost all watch components from the mechanical movement to the final assembly and fine finishing. Its exquisite collections are marked by the characteristic features of Glashutte fine watch making such as the swan-neck fine adjustment, three-quarter plate, hand engraving and bevelled edges on filigreed movements joined with extraordinary sense for design.
Each of Glashutte’s collection reveals the Saxon watch manufactory’s passion for timekeeping and art, while the Star collection catches eye of every woman who appreciates beauty and elegance. The Golden Dragon is one of the most extraordinary pieces of the Star collection and has everything a luxury watch must have. The case in diameter 39,4 mm features red sun –ray guilloche dial with the distinctive image of a dragon in 18 carat rose gold with a ruby eye. Off-centred time hour and minute dial is surrounded by rose gold sun-like design which greatly resembles the sharp talons of the dragon. Time dial as well as the dragon’s tail which is located below the 2-disc panorama date display positioned at 4 o’clock and small second dial which is below the time sub-dial are pave set with 174 Top Wesselton IF Quality diamonds. The bezel pave is set with 64 rubies which weight about 0,96 carats. The case back is transparent and features a scratch resistant sapphire crystal
which is water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet). The crown is set with one ruby weighting approximately 0,96 carats. The manual winding caliber GO 65-01 contains 48 jewels and has a power reserve of 42 hours which is displayed in a form of the dragon’s tongue located at the 2 o’clock. The extraordinary watch comes with a red crocodile leather strap and 18 carat rose gold tang buckle set with 12 diamonds and 10 rubies. Like other Glashutte’s masterpieces, the Golden Dragon also features swan-neck fine adjustment, finely finished movement with bevelled edges and hand engraved designs which can be admired through an exhibition type case back.
The Glashutte Golden Dragon is definitely a piece of art which can compete with the finest pieces of jewellery. The exceptional timepiece is among the best examples of extraordinary combination of art and technique which meet the demands of a modern woman with exquisite taste for beauty and elegance.