Since 2009, Swiss watch Manufacturer Frédérique Constant celebrates the legendary Runabout yachts of the Roaring Twenties, by offering an attractive series of limited edition timepieces named “Runabout”.
The specialist in chronographs and instruments for professionals signed a long-term partnership agreement on May 10th with the International Air Sports Federation (FAI). This is the logical culmination of a long and distinguished history intimately bound up with the conquest of the skies.
Timo Glock, ARMIN STROM Brand Ambassador, visited his F1 team sponsor’s watch manufactory in Biel and participated in a production workshop. Timo learnt about the precision, technology and passion required and the importance of every small detail contributing to the watch’s final success – in fact, many aspects reminded him of Formula 1. His steady hands during the workshop seemed to indicate a natural watchmaking talent, even though he has no previous experience.
The Santa Maria, Christopher Columbus’ boldest sail merchant ship, was often endearingly called the Gallant Maria by her crew. The flagship vessel, used for the explorer’s first expedition in 1492, was regal and daring. Larger than her two sisters, La Niña and La Pinta, the Santa Maria is one of the most important ships in history for what she represented – fearlessness.
Libellous and untruthful contributions in various watch forums and blogs were aimed at TrustedWatch over the last few weeks by some, predominantly anonymous, users. The Swiss watch forum Watchtime.net was also involved.
The OMEGA Speedmaster Professional is surely the most famous wristwatch of the world. It was the first and only watch to have been worn on the moon ever and therefore is also known as the “moonwatch”. This website is an absolute highlight for all enthusiasts and fans. Here you can find many historic facts, additional information and pictures of the moonwatch. Succumb to the fascination of the moonwatch and enjoy this unique website.
The advertising slogans on 123tv for DiamStars watches have a ring of real luxury. A men's watch is being advertised, for example, with the following advertising slogan: "Only the finest! From the House of DiamStars, this elegant chronograph with 7 diamonds and 45 sapphires!“. At Mybestbrands, these pseudo-luxury watches are being promoted with up to an incredible 90% discount!
A burglary attempt occurred yesterday night the Blaincpain X Fathoms exhibition at “Cité du Temps” in Geneva. Fortunately, nobody was hurt during the robbery.
For months now, the hotels have been booked, the interviews and filming schedules arranged, and the film and video equipment for the BASEL12 report is already in Switzerland. The "advance team" is to meet in Basel from mid-February to make all of the necessary preparations for the BASELWORLD 2012 in order to create the logistic and technical conditions for the extensive reporting schedule.
