Community
blomman Mr Blue chronicles Watchout 2015, Sweden's largest watch event, hosted by Nymans Ur in Stockholm. The post highlights the participation of 16 major watch brands, their creative displays, and the prestigious 'Watch of the Year' awards.
This week the biggest Swedish watch event (ever?) were held here in Stockholm: ”Watchout 2015”!
Organized and hosted by Nymans Ur, this year 16 major watch brands had gathered in Grand Hotel for a two days exhibition:
A. Lange & Söhne, Audemars Piguet, Blancpain, Breguet, Breitling, Chopard, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Omega, Panerai, Richard Mille, Rolex, Tudor, Ulysse Nardin, Varcheron Constantin and Zenith.
The brands offered different colorful and imaginative displays!
Rolex light display.
Tudor
Breguet.
Panerai with a Submersible theme.
Watchmakers showing their skills.
During the day the Watch of the Year was awarded by the magazine 0024 Watch World!
Winner of category 4: Men’s watches from 100.000 EUR – A. Lange & Söhne, Richard Lange Perpetual Terraluna:
Of course a lot of great watches were shown!
Omega, James Bond Spectre:
Blancpain, Ladies Day and Night:
Jaeger-LeCoultre, Geophysic World Time:
Ulysse Nardin, Skeleton Tourbillon:
Zenith, Academy Georges Favre-Jacot:
I will come back with more detailed reports on some of them in respective brand forum.
A big thank you to Nymans Ur for organizing this great show!
Best
Blomman
The Omega Seamaster 007 Edition, reference 210.92.42.20.01.001, distinguishes itself within the Seamaster Diver 300M collection through its specific aesthetic and material choices. This particular reference offers a distinct interpretation of the Seamaster Diver 300M, setting it apart from standard production models with its unique dial and bezel execution, and the use of lightweight titanium for both the case and bracelet. It represents a focused design within the broader Seamaster lineage.
This edition features a 42mm case crafted from grade 2 titanium, paired with a domed sapphire crystal that enhances its vintage-inspired appearance. The watch is powered by the Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8806, an automatic movement certified to meet the industry's highest standards of precision, chronometric performance, and magnetic resistance. It offers a power reserve of 55 hours and is water-resistant to 300 meters.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking a Seamaster Diver 300M with a specific material and color palette. Its cohesive design, from the tropical brown dial to the titanium mesh bracelet, creates a unified presentation. The absence of a date complication further contributes to its clean and symmetrical dial layout, a detail often appreciated by enthusiasts.
Mixed feelings.... Some good, some less good... Best Blomman
Here is a side-by-side of the Geophysic and the True-Second: Best Blomman
This thread is active on the Horological Meandering forum with 7 replies. Share your knowledge with fellow collectors.
Join the Discussion →
