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Your impressions of BASEL/SIHH 2008?
Now that they much anticipated horological event of the year has ended, I thought about the trends and impressions of the new watches I have from the reports and images shared. It looks like there were several common themes from a few brands.
First is the reissue of old models.
Second the use of horizontal rectangular cases.
Third renewed focus on diving or diver's watches (not necessarily to be used for diving) with larger case sizes and depth capability.
I wonder if others here had the same impression and if not, what themes they thought was prevalent in the new watches for 2008.
Cheers
Harry
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Your impressions of BASEL/SIHH 2008?
Now that they much anticipated horological event of the year has ended, I thought about the trends and impressions of the new watches I have from the reports and images shared. It looks like there were several common themes from a few brands. First is the...
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