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Archive for January, 2010

HD3 Complication Black Pearl Pirate Watch

 

Fabrice Gonet has designed a new pirate-themed watch. Only 11 of these HD3 Complication watches have been produced, and they each have a price of $400,000 USD. There's plenty of details to examine, from the skull and crossbones on the side of the case to the etching in the sapphire case back. Follow […]

GMT+9 Tries Out the Seiko SKX007J for a Week

Filed under: Diver, Men's Wrist Watch, Seiko
 

GMT+9 has a new post on a week long experiment with the Seiko SKX007J. This diver has been very popular the last couple years. It offers the simple elegant Seiko style for not too much money. This is the Japanese version; denoted by the "J" on the end of the model number, […]

Marathon GSAR Watch Report Review

 

Watch Report has posted a new review of the Marathon GSAR. This is model is a special edition with a ETA-2824 Swiss automatic movement. It seems to be half military watch and half diver. It's rated to 300 meters and has a 316L grade stainless steel case. The retail price on […]

Nooka x Gommi Arcade Collaboration Future-Shock Watch

 

Nooka and the brand Gommi Arcade have teamed up on a new collaboration watch. It's named "Future-Shock" and it's a limited edition model inspired by the Japanese comic of that name. Only 800 units will be produced. Look for it to be released in March.
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Mokume Gane Dragon Watches by Kees Engelbarts

 

The WUS blog has a new post on the watches of Kees Engelbarts . He uses the Japanese technique of Mokume Gane, which involves the intricate engraving of metal to create beautiful works of art. He is probably best known for his dragon-themed watches. These watches are all hand made and many […]

A Guide to Watch Shopping in Taipei, Taiwan

 

Ivan has posted a "Watch Shopping 101" guide for Taipei, Taiwan over on his Horology Crazy blog. The Taipei 101 building is a major landmark, as well as a great place to go watch shopping. There's a basic rundown of all the good shops to check out for all the major brands. […]

Ocean7 G2-S Dive Chronograph Watch Report Review

 

Watch Report has posted a new review of the Ocean7 G2-S. This diver features a chronograph movement in a 41mm brushed steel case. The sapphire crystal has a AR coating, and the case and band have a black PVD finish. This watch is an update to the orginal G2 from Ocean7. […]