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The 10 Stories You Enjoyed Most During Baselworld 2017

Baselworld 2017 is over. Thus, we, at the redaction, have to come with our Top 10 watches of the show. You’ve already seen Xavier Markl’s picks and Frank Geelen’s top 10 watches, combined with a quite critical take on the fair. And don’t worry, my best of the show will come later this week. But what about you, readers? What are the 10 watches you enjoyed most during Baselworld 2017? The deal is simple: what were the 10 most read articles from the 22nd of March till the 30th of March 2017. And the result is not that surprising…

In The Shop: A 1960s Aquastar Genève With Thermometer, A 1970s Zenith El Primero Reference A781, And A 1970s Lemania Chronograph ‘Broad Arrow’ For The Israeli Army

Ten (yep, count ’em) fresh vintage offerings are available on the Shop today, ready to adorn your wrist for the warmer months to come. We have watches that cover the highlights of mid-century Rolex, chronographs both civilian and military, and a pair of linen-finished timepieces that marry sophistication and wearability. Each of these watches boasts a rich history as well as good looks, so you surely won’t want to miss out. Read on below.

In The Shop: A 1960s Aquastar Genève With Thermometer, A 1970s Zenith El Primero Reference A781, And A 1970s Lemania Chronograph ‘Broad Arrow’ For The Israeli Army

Introducing – Vacheron Constantin Malte Tourbillon – Now With Slate Dial, Still With Exceptional Level of Finishing

The Malte always had a special position in the Vacheron Constantin collection, as using something that tends to disappear nowadays: a shaped case. Indeed, the Malte relies on a certain Art-Deco flair, on a voluntarily outdated style that gives the watch all its charm. But this timepiece is not just a pretty face, as inside the case is an exquisitely finished (to say the least) tourbillon movement. And as of now, its 18k pink gold case can be combined to a dark grey dial, for a warmer look. Here is the Vacheron Constantin Malte Tourbillon Pink Gold Slate Dial.

VIDEO: Your entry level (or impulse buy) mechanical watch is here and your credit limit is safe…

The Presage collection has been nothing short of a game changer for Seiko, and it’s turned out to be a devilish cat among the Swiss watchmaking pigeons. As Felix said, it “delivers on the spirit of fine mechanical watchmaking that Seiko is well known for, but at a price point that’s far from prohibitive.” As evidenced in the Seiko Presage SPB039J1 which comes with Seiko’s ‘Trimatic’ technology. This comprises of the magic lever (for efficient winding), Spron alloy (for stronger and longer lasting springs) and Dia-Shock (Seiko’s shock resistance technology). All for $1250.

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VIDEO: Your entry level (or impulse buy) mechanical watch is here and your credit limit is safe…

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Introducing: The Seiko Astron Giugiaro Design Limited Edition

Seiko and Giugiaro aren’t two names that most people would ordinarily associate – one is a maker of a bewilderingly diverse range of wristwatches, and the other is a design house most famous for a huge series of automotive designs for firms as varied as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lancia, and Ford. Giugaro has also produced everything from camera designs to phones to (believe it or not) several guns, including collaborations with Beretta. Maybe, after all, the two companies do have something in common: the ability to generate an enormous number of different incarnations of their design visions. Of course, for Seiko enthusiasts, the fact that Seiko and Giugiaro work together is old news.

Introducing: The Seiko Astron Giugiaro Design Limited Edition

Breaking News: Christie’s Announces A Rolex-Themed Sale To Be Held On May 15 In Geneva

Christie’s has just announced its latest sale, which will be taking place in Geneva on May 15. And it’s not just your usual spring auction. No, this will be a Rolex-themed sale, including 116 lots encompassing 55 different references from nine decades. You might remember Christie’s Rolex Daytona “Lesson One” auction from back in 2013, but this is something very different. Yeah, you don’t want to miss this one.