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Retailer Spotlight: Oliver Smith Jeweler In Scottsdale, AZ, And Aspen, CO
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Retailer Spotlight: Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers in Milwaukee, WI, and Right Time International Watch Center in Highlands Ranch, CO
Our two retailers in this edition feature both the established favorites and some lesser-known brands.
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Retailer Spotlight: Davis Jewelers In Louisville, KY, And Moyer Fine Jewelers In Carmel, IN
Mom & Pop shops are the unsung heroes of the American economy.
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Retailer Spotlight: Liljenquist & Beckstead Jewelers In The Washington, D.C. Area, And Projekt8 In Bahrain
"The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn." – Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Retailer Spotlight: TIVOL In Kansas City, MO, And Oster Jewelers In Denver, CO
Two top watch retailers: a fourth-generation jeweler and a first.
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Retailer Spotlight: Cellini Jewelers In NYC And Roldorf+Co In Vancouver
What do both of these retailers have in common? Fantastic limited editions.
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Retailer Spotlight: Henne Jewelers In Pittsburgh, PA, And Carat & Co. In Flushing, NY
Watch shopping? Check out these spots in the Steel City and the Big Apple.
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Retailer Spotlight: Fourtané Estate Jewelers In Carmel, CA, And Manfredi Jewels In Greenwich, CT
Small businesses have played an important role in fueling past economic recoveries.
SJX Watches
The Low-Key Debut of the Coolest Recent IWC Big Pilot
Last month IWC premiered a limited edition that has all the qualities of a hit: a bestselling classic in an exotic material, made in a very small run – and also incorporating nerdy, collector-oriented details. Instead, the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Edition Black Carbon was debuted quietly, delivered to clients, and pretty much went unnoticed around the world. The first ever Big Pilot with a carbon fibre composite case, the Big Pilot Black Carbon has a black dial with grey hands and markings, replicating the colour of the composite case. It’s livened up by red accents on the power reserve indicator and seconds hand (and also the date disc, for a small number of special watches, more on that below). The famous “fish” More unusually, the Big Pilot Black Carbon has a “fish” crown – the oversized, onion-shaped winding crown has a stylised fish logo on its top. Despite being a seemingly trivial detail, the “fish” crown is dear to IWC enthusiasts, being a memorable element from IWC’s 20th century history – one many collectors regard as a golden age. From the 1950s until the mid-2000s, most water-resistant IWC watches featured a “fish” crown. The very first generation of the Big Pilot, the ref. 5002 introduced in 2002, featured a “fish” crown. Not long after, the “fish” crown was dispensed with in favour of a crown featuring the IWC “Probus Scafusia” emblem. This happened sometime in 2006, first with a “transitional” ref. 5002 that was equi...
SJX Watches
Urwerk to Sell UR-111C Worn by Robert Downey Jr. for Charity
Synonymous with playing Iron Man in Disney’s The Avengers franchise, Robert Downey Jr. is also a fan of Urwerk, having worn several of its watches on screen. Having loaned an Urwerk UR-105 CT to Mr Downey to wear in Avengers: Endgame, the watchmaker then offered the watch up for a good cause, selling it at Phillips auctioneers last year for US$312,500. Proceeds from the sale went to Random Act Funding, a charity established by Mr Downey and his wife, Susan. Now another watch worn by Mr Downey is going under the hammer, once again to benefit Random Act Funding. The watch in question is the UR-111C Black that was worn by Mr Downey to the premieres of Avengers: Endgame in New York and Los Angeles last year. Robert Downey Jr. sporting the UR-111C. Photos – Urwerk Offered in like-new condition, the UR-111C is one of just 25 examples made and identical to the standard model save for one important detail: “RDJ” is engraved on the case place where the serial number would usually be. The watch is being sold in an online auction, with the bidding starting at 125,000 Swiss francs. Bids can be placed from now until 9:00 pm Swiss time on February 24. Only registered members of Urwerk Pre-Owned can bid on the watch, and registration can be done on Urwerkpreowned.com. For more information, please contact Urwerk social media manager Alex Rose.
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Is newer always better? Buy vintage or go homage?
Homage or vintage? Retail or ceased production? At a certain stage in watch collecting, many may face this conundrum. Should I get a modern iteration of a watch, when the original vintage is potentially more desirable?
SJX Watches
Interview: 800 Years of Japanese Swords and the G-Shock
Acclaimed in ancient literature and collectible today, swords made by the Gassan school trace their lineage back centuries, as is only possible in Japan. The school originated some 800 years ago, dating back to the early Kamakura period, approximately the 13th century. It started at the base of Mount Gassan, the highest of a trio of sacred mountains in what is now Yamagata prefecture. Though the school became dormant sometime in the 16th century, it was revived sometime in the mid 1800s by a descendant of the Gassan family in Osaka. The revival was successful and the Gassan school made swords for several Japanese emperors in the 19th and 20th century. Six generations on, the Gassans continue their craft with Sadanobu Gassan, and his father, Sadatoshi, now based in the city of Sakurai in Nara prefecture, about six hours southwest of Tokyo. At Baselworld 2019, Casio announced its collaboration with Sadanobu Gassan to create the G-Shock MR-G “Gassan” MRG-G2000GA, which has key parts of the case and bracelet finished by Mr Gassan himself in his workshop. In essence, it links the Gassan family’s eight hundred centuries of tradition with the latest in Japanese timekeeping technology. We got in touch with Mr Gassan to discuss his work for G-Shock, and also the state of his ancient craft. The interview has been edited and condensed. The G-Shock MR-G “Gassan” MRG-G2000GA What made you want to continue in your family’s footsteps? At a young age, I witnessed my...
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Must go! and you are invited! Patek Philippe Watch Art Grand Exhibition Singapore 2019
We bring you sneak previews of the Patek Philippe Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Singapore. And you are invited: From Sept 28 to Oct 13. Details within.
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New Release: Casio’s first ‘5000 series’ G-Shock with full metal construction (with full tech specs and price)
For 2018, CASIO has released the GMW-B5000, the first watch in the 5000 series with full metal construction. The new timepiece’s outer components including its bracelet, case, and bezel have been rendered entirely in stainless steel.
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Review: Czapek Genéve Place Vendôme Tourbillon Suspendu “Ici et Ailleurs”
Hands-on, detailed analytical review of the Czapek Genéve Place Vendôme Tourbillon GMT, with high resolution photographs, specifications and price.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Ep. #18 - Our 1k Follower Giveaway and a Deeper Discussion About the Cash-In-Your-Chips Watch
The Two Broke Watch Snobs 1000 Follower Giveaway is freaking live, watchfam! Wooooo! Tune in to the show for details on how to enter and win. Kaz and Mike discuss even further the idea of the "cash-in-your-chips" watch - that watch that you end your collection with - that final horray!
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RGM 801-COE “Corps of Engineers” - An American Legacy
There was a time when the American watch industry was a fierce compeditor of the Swiss. Some believe this is once again the case, although now the Americans are armed with the Apple Watch. Personally, I think that for some, the Apple Watch might be an “add on” to their collection, but I am not […]
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Tissot’s Datejust-Style Automatic Watch Gets an Ice Blue Dial
Tissot adds an ice blue dial to its Datejust-inspired Ballade COSC, pairing familiar styling with a Powermatic 80 automatic movement.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Tissot Found a Clever Way to Make Its Familiar PRX Automatic Watch Feel New Again
Tissot brings a white mother-of-pearl dial to the 40mm Tissot PRX Powermatic 80, adding an expressive look to the familiar $850 automatic.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
The Certina DS Action Diver Is an Affordable Titanium Dive Watch for Summer
Three new summer colorways for the Certina DS Action Diver 38mm Titanium, an affordable Swiss diver with a Powermatic 80 movement.
Monochrome
First Look - Tissot Sizes Down its Gentleman Collection to a Brilliant 38mm (Incl. Video)
If there’s one thing to be said about Tissot over the past couple of years, it’s the fact that they have a keen sense of what the community wants. Sure, the size reduction of the brilliant PRX Powermatic 80 might have taken a bit too long for our liking, but we now have it in […]
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Tissot Updates Its PR516 Automatic Watch With Two New Dial Colors
Tissot adds white and aqua blue dials to the PR516 38mm Powermatic 80, reinforcing it as an accessible automatic watch for new collectors.
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New: Tissot PRX reinvented in Titanium and Damascus Steel
Tissot adds to their very popular PRX Powermatic 80 model lineup with four new references. Here is the full release info with price and commentary.
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New: Tissot releases a COSC version of the Ballade
Tissot releases two new Ballad COSC in two sizes, powered by the Powermatic 80 and 48 movements. A total of 8 new variants in this new sub-collection.
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Introducing: Bright Red Sunburst Dials For The Tissot PRX Quartz
It’s no secret that we are fans of the Tissot PRX here at Fratello. Multiple team members, including yours truly, own a PRX Powermatic 80, so we meet any new addition to the lineup with great interest. The latest expansion of the extensive PRX collection is a pair of red-dial versions of the PRX Quartz […] Visit Introducing: Bright Red Sunburst Dials For The Tissot PRX Quartz to read the full article.
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First Look - Tissot Knocks It Out Of the Park Again with the PR 516 Automatic Chronograph
Lately, it seems that Tissot can do little wrong. Release after release shows an impressive sense of style, historical inspiration and solid mechanics, all the while remaining true to the brand’s relatively affordable pricing strategy. Following the immense success of the PRX Powermatic 80 and subsequent PRX Chronograph collections, Tissot is now pushing the PR […]
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First Look - Certina Adds a Chronograph to its Integrated Sporty DS-7 Collection
Last year, Certina ventured into the popular 1970s-inspired integrated-bracelet sports watch category. In this space, fellow Swatch Group brand Tissot has made waves with its highly successful and accessible PRX series. While the 2023 Certina DS-7 Powermatic 80 models offer a simple time-and-date functionality, they bring a more contemporary, slimmer, and less angular design, setting […]
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First Look - The Lightweight Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic in Titanium
Integrated sports watches have been a hit since the 1970s when the Royal Oak and Nautilus changed everything, and affordable options are all the rage today. Look no further than Tissot’s PRX Powermatic 80 as an example. Maurice Lacroix’s Aikon Automatic perhaps does it best with a masterful combination of luxury and attainability. Usually comprised […]
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Hands-on - The Refreshing Tissot PRX Mint Green
In 2021, Tissot introduced the PRX collection, a lineup that perfectly captured the essence of its 1970s inspiration with a barrel-shaped case, integrated bracelet, and quartz movement. A few months later, the design was reissued, featuring the Powermatic 80 movement. It quickly became clear that the series was perfectly in tune with the growing trend […]
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Tissot Introduces an Affordable Skeleton Automatic
Tissot added to the Chemin Des Tourelles Squelette collection of accessibly-priced skeleton watches. Sharing the same exact case design as last year’s updated model, the trio of new additions have open-worked dials that display the inner workings of the Powermatic 80 calibre. Both the styling and movement are no-frills, and matched with a price below US$1,000, making them a good option for the beginner enthusiast. Initial thoughts Tissot is known for affordable Swiss-made watches and the Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton is exactly that. The novelty of the watch lies in the open dial that reveals the skeleton movement. Although the calibre isn’t fancily executed, it is cleanly finished and provides visual detail that sets this apart from most similarly priced watches. The design is also enhanced by the fact that it doesn’t have a date, which gives the dial a clean, symmetrical appearance. Priced between US$895 and US$975, the Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton is a good value proposition, especially since skeleton watches are not common in this price segment. Entry-level skeleton While the sporty PRX collection is now its most high profile product, the brand overhauled the Chemin des Tourelles line last year. Named after the street where the Tissot headquarters are located, Chemin des Tourelles is made up of dress watches, with the skeleton model being the top-of-the-line. The Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton has a case that’s 39 mm in diameter and 11.2 mm thick, with a domed ...