http://www.trustedwatch.com/rss TrustedWatch - the international timepiece portal with latest information from the watch industry. en-en Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:18:02 +0100 The Swatch Group is planning new buildings for Swatch and Omega and a renovation and redesign of existing buildings at its premises on Rue Jakob Stämpfli in Biel / Bienne. Under the project lead of Hayek Engineering construction is set to begin in November of 2012. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/business/11838/Swatch-Group-invests-in-Biel http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/business/11838/Swatch-Group-invests-in-Biel Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0100 La Neuveville the medieval city of Lake Biel, is celebrating its 700 anniversary in 2012. Located in the watch region par excellence, La Neuveville is also the home and DNA of the brand RSW. With his new creation, RSW wanted to mark this important anniversary by giving it its name. “La Neuveville” with its simple and elegant vintage case perfectly illustrates the spirit of this historical town and allows RSW to add his own stone to the mosaic of famous watches in the region. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11730/BASELWORLD-2012-A-Tribute-to-la-Neuveville http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11730/BASELWORLD-2012-A-Tribute-to-la-Neuveville Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0100 Birds of a feather flock together... is one of the best-known proverbs, and it especially applies in this meeting of two Swiss symbols: Freddy Nock and CYRUS. Two independent entities, two strong characters, the same clear and long-lasting vision and a steadfast spirit of conquest. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/society/11727/Two-Swiss-symbols-CYRUS-and-Freddy-Nock http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/society/11727/Two-Swiss-symbols-CYRUS-and-Freddy-Nock Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0100 The Grand Ocean collection, that hymn to the world of water sports and yacht racing, is now augmented by a supremely elegant ladies’ model. While retaining the silhouette and curves of its more masculine sisters, the new Chronolady is available in a pure, feminine style. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11721/BASELWORLD-2012-The-Edox-Grand-Ocean-Chronolady http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11721/BASELWORLD-2012-The-Edox-Grand-Ocean-Chronolady Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0100 During the next 8th GRAND PRIX HISTORIQUE DE MONACO (May, 11th to May, 13th), CYRUS will have its own FORMULA 3 car and its own models dedicated to that event. A choice inspired by the unique design of the KUROS collections, very often compared to design of sports car. Even the rubber straps will be developed with the rubber coming from the wheels that will be used during the competition. That is something very exclusive. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11718/BASELWORLD-2012-The-KUROS-collections-by-CYRUS http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11718/BASELWORLD-2012-The-KUROS-collections-by-CYRUS Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0100 In 2010, BALL Watch Company was the premier watchmaker to present the first mechanical movement including a day and date function combined with a 24- hour time zone display. The “Engineer Master II Diver Worldtime” and “Trainmaster Worldtime” models were the first BALL timepieces to have a caliber with this new module developed specially in our workshops. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11715/BASELWORLD-2012-The-TrainmasterWorldtime-Chronograph http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11715/BASELWORLD-2012-The-TrainmasterWorldtime-Chronograph Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0100 With Icons of the World, Michel Jordi pays tribute to some of the world’s most legendary places. One collection, eight places, each issued in a limited edition of three. In cooperation with Jean-François Mojon, Michel Jordi has created an unusual gong-striking mechanism. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11706/Michel-Jordis-Icons-of-the-World http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11706/Michel-Jordis-Icons-of-the-World Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0100 Something completely new for the Hublot brand: an extra-thin skeleton watch, a Classic Fusion whose design has been refined, while retaining the dynamic and modern codes immediately recognisable as Hublot. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/top-watches/11703/BASELWORLD-2012-The-Hublot-Classic-Fusion-extra-thin-skeleton http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/top-watches/11703/BASELWORLD-2012-The-Hublot-Classic-Fusion-extra-thin-skeleton Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0100 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. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/internal/11676/BASELWORLD-2012-Final-preparations-are-running-at-full-speed http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/internal/11676/BASELWORLD-2012-Final-preparations-are-running-at-full-speed Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:00:00 +0100 Another dimension of the Invicta innovation is revealed within the Jelly Palette, Ocean Series. Models from favorite Invicta collections have been reimagined, presenting a new vision. Capturing the original essence and capability, models from Excursion, Russian Diver, Akula, S1 Rally, Reserve, Venom, Subaqua and Bolt all take on a new unique point of view through the Jelly Palette, Ocean Series. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11712/BASELWORLD-2012-Invicta-presents-the-Jelly-Palette-Ocean-Series http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11712/BASELWORLD-2012-Invicta-presents-the-Jelly-Palette-Ocean-Series Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0100 Challenge rules and defy conventions. Reject the unexceptional. Think ahead, and differently. Be free-minded and rebellious to the very core. Give time a new look, a new allure. Don’t just evolve — revolutionize. In a word: innovate. In two words: TAG Heuer, a Swiss legend whose pioneering spirit has driven it forward for more than 150 years. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11655/In-one-word-innovate-In-two-words-TAG-Heuer http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11655/In-one-word-innovate-In-two-words-TAG-Heuer Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0100 A burglary attempt occurred yesterday night the Blaincpain X Fathoms exhibition at “Cité du Temps” in Geneva. Fortunately, nobody was hurt during the robbery. http://www.trustedwatch.com/community/watch-search-warrant/11646/Blancpain-Burglary-attempt-at-the-Blaincpain-X-Fathoms-exhibition http://www.trustedwatch.com/community/watch-search-warrant/11646/Blancpain-Burglary-attempt-at-the-Blaincpain-X-Fathoms-exhibition Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0100 This new line in the Aqua collection by Doxa is pure eye candy. Splash! A watch for active men who grab life by the horns. Date, chronograph and tachymeter are contained inside its 47 mm diameter, along with the three essentials of hours, minutes and seconds. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11637/Pure-eye-candy-DOXA-Splash-Gent http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11637/Pure-eye-candy-DOXA-Splash-Gent Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0100 Last week, Marussia F1 Team driver and Armin Strom Brand Ambassador, Timo Glock, visited the Armin Strom ‘Manufactory’ in Biel for an insight into the business of watch making, even taking a turn himself on the bench as a watchmaker. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/society/11634/Marussia-F1-Team-driver-Timo-Glock-visits-Armin-Strom http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/society/11634/Marussia-F1-Team-driver-Timo-Glock-visits-Armin-Strom Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0100 For over 100 years, AEROWATCH has safeguarded an enviable global reputation as a maker of extraordinary timepieces. AEROWATCH continues this remarkable heritage with the limited edition launch of the "Les Grandes Classiques Venus 203" collection. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11628/AEROWATCH-Les-Grandes-Classiques-Venus-203 http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11628/AEROWATCH-Les-Grandes-Classiques-Venus-203 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0100 Breitling introduces the “traveler's chronograph” in a new size suited to all wrists. The Chronomat GMT comes in a new 44 mm diameter ready to conquer all wrists on all continents. This slightly smaller-sized version is also distinguished by its rotating bezel providing a 24-hour third timezone reading. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11625/The-new-Breitling-Chronomat-GMT http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/watchnews/11625/The-new-Breitling-Chronomat-GMT Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0100 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. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/law/11601/Watchtimech-Operator-Thomas-H-Ernst-deletes-untruthful-posts http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/law/11601/Watchtimech-Operator-Thomas-H-Ernst-deletes-untruthful-posts Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0100 The UR-110 Torpedo has now been embellished with a solid gold armor. The UR-110 RG with its red gold bezel – 5N for the purists – consummately blends a golden touch of class with a high-tech Grade 5 titanium body. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/top-watches/11570/Protected-by-a-golden-shield-The-UR-110-RG http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/top-watches/11570/Protected-by-a-golden-shield-The-UR-110-RG Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0100 The Polish version of TrustedWatch is developing more than positively after only a few weeks. User feedback regarding the free offer of information is excellent, and in particular, it's watch lovers and watch collectors that have been inspired. The most impressive occurrence: The most important watch club in Poland, "Klub MiłośnikówZegarów i Zegarków", has sealed an official partnership with TrustedWatch Poland. http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/internal/11567/TrustedWatch-cooperates-with-a-leading-watch-club-and-a-luxury-magazine http://www.trustedwatch.com/news/internal/11567/TrustedWatch-cooperates-with-a-leading-watch-club-and-a-luxury-magazine Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:00:00 +0100 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! http://www.trustedwatch.com/community/blackwatch/11540/DiamStars-Watches-The-Trick-with-the-Diamonds http://www.trustedwatch.com/community/blackwatch/11540/DiamStars-Watches-The-Trick-with-the-Diamonds Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:00:00 +0100