I discovered recently the existence of these two “ Métiers d'art ” timepieces made by Vacheron Constantin in 1953 . Both feature a cloisonné enamel dial made by Stern Frères and depicting a mermaid , probably the twin-tailed Melusina . Ref. 4710 in yellow gold - Cal. 454 credit: @watchesandwords & @
I believe this is the northern most minaret in Europe. Dobo ter (Square) named after Dobo Istvan who led the fight against Turks and who is immortalized in the book Under the Crescent Moon. the Tudor Black Bay 58 is proving to be a very capable and versatile travel companion.
The Origin of the Name “Royal Oak” For your interest and reference I believe there is profound meaning in understanding the story behind this name. The name does not simply mean “a noble oak tree.” Rather, it is rooted in a real historical episode about surviving against all odds and escaping certai
Some will regret the level of finishings of the Tourbillon with gold bridges and their traditional look, but this modern evocation gains some cool factor, here. An interesting alternative, in my opinion. At the point I seriously considered getting one. Best, Nicolas
Nycwatchguy is someone you can follow on IG, a really cool profile if you want to see top-tier watchmaking and not always the same Rolex, AP and Patek watches. The link below is an article he wrote about constantly rising prices and some extreme auction results. Take it for what it’s worth, it’s jus
Of all the interpretations of the Lemania 2310 , this particular one, caliber 1142 , is my personal favorite . One thing that's rarely mentioned is that this hand-wound caliber provides an extraordinary tactile sensation when you wind it. The best I've experienced so far : smooth yet really clicky .
The Toric Memory Time is one of my favorite Parmigiani Fleurier models. It has been crafted in all four precious metals . Despite my preference for the warmth of coloured gold, my favorite here is probably the platinum version, as I'm not entirely convinced by the two-tone aesthetic of the rose and