Because that's the look that brings it closest to this Omega, or an old Eberhard

1956 Eberhard Extra-Fort Ref. 14010 in 18K gold, presented in 1956 to Georges (Alfred Georges Henri) Guignard (1892-1963), bourgeois of L'Abbaye in the Vallée de Joux, by Dépraz & Cie (today Dubois Dépraz, supplier to Patek Philippe, Rolex, Breitling, and

New arrival!! After my Eberhard with a beautiful enamel dial it was time to pick something more serious. It is one of the last truly classical Breguet chronographs, combining a stunning Grand Feu enamel dial with a beautifully finished Lemania-based manua

One of those historic brands that are Big in Italy like Eberhard, I remember seeing the Vintage versions which were gifted to Ferrari racing drivers in the 40s and 50s, these are the modern versions which I thought are very Cool ❤️ Source: Wyler Vetta

Bought today from a very nice gentleman. Flawless enamel dial in a wearable 39,2mm

I have questions

... as it represents the (historical) diversity of the brand. It´s quirky yet beautiful. The watch that came to my mind when looking at it is the Gilda from Eberhard & Co, still in production but at another level of watchmaking ;-)

In his comment to my thread dedicated to the Patek Philippe/Somazzi partnership , our dear Gordon aka GLau asked me how many retailers were able to have their signature on some Patek Philippe watches . Here's my answer : A / I have identified 58 retailers

One of the timepieces on display in the Patek Philippe Museum which I find intriguing and exquisite is the “ Cabriolet ” which served as a source of inspiration for the modern ref. 5099RG . The movement (based on a 9’’’ ébauche by LeCoultre & Cie) was

"The manual-winding movement was developed in collaboration with Manufacture AMT, the high-end division of Sellita. Using a Sellita AMT5100 base, the manual-winding EB 280 calibre controls the flyback chronograph with a column wheel. Extensively modified,