Roll up, one and all, March Mania has reached its second round At this stage, our eight competing writers get a rest. Rob and Dave will present our weary warriors remaining four watches over the next four days, with each post featuring the winners of two first-round votes.Here come the last four standing from Gerard and from RJs groups. The writers arent going head-to-head just yet, so the seedings attached to each watch stay put from the previous round. By the end of the week, well be down to the final two from each initial group of 12 as we barrel towards the showpiece final. As always, what we need from you is simple: vote for your favorite watch and let us know why in the comments below....
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Ben Saunders (pictured left), who seems to be the most favorite candidate of Dutch talent show The Voice of Holland, chose a omega Submariner ref.16613!Ben Saunders went to Jaap (on the right) of Precisionwatches to get his new crown. Ben, who picked up his new watch at PrecisionWatches, used to wear Cartier before. This coming Friday, we will probably see him wearing his new omega during the first The Voice of Holland show in 2011.More information on the omega Submariner 16613 can be found here....
In this interview with Rolf Studer (Oris co-CEO) and Katsu Manabe (Momotaro), we talk about their new collaboration watch. The Oris Divers 65 Momotaro, with its turquoise dial and denim strap, is the product of these two independent players.The bi-color (steel and bronze) Oris Divers 65 a Momotaro watch is not a limited edition, but an addition to Oriss regular collection. We talk to Rolf Studer about doing special edition watches like these, and how these collaborations come to life. Katsu Manabe talks about the denim culture in Japan and how he got in touch with Oris. Both are completely down-to-Earth people as you will discover in our video interview and open to discuss any questions. Wit...
?? 2Albert Einstein (1879 1955)?? Exhibition for the centenary of the Theory of relativity:the new doctrine of time according to Einstein.The exhibition is the most comprehensive and expensive event devoted to Albert Einstein ever staged. It is running from June 16, 2005 to April 17, 2006 at the Historisches Museum in Switzerland???s capital city of Bern. Named ?? 2person of the century?? by Time Magazine, Albert Einstein lived in Bern from 1902 to 1909 ?? ? the most scientifically fruitful period of his life. His Longines pocket watch is being displayed for the first time at this exhibition as an eloquent reminder that with his theory of relativity Einstein changed forever our percepti...
The origins of Vacheron Constantin go back to 1755 when Jean-Marc Vacheron (1731-1805) founded his watchmaking business. This makes it one of the oldest watch brands in the world. In 1819, Fran?ois Constantin joined the company, leading to the name Vacheron Constantin. Much later, in 1970 to be precise, the was dropped, and the name Vacheron Constantin was born. Sound like a dull history lesson? Well, at least it fits our The Best Boring But Brilliant Watches In The World series perfectly. Let's have a look at the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony an underwhelming watch collection or the ultimate essence of a historical maison?In the early 2000s, watch brands tried to convince the public that ...
We choose our 10 favorite vintage pieces from this years TBT feature.Scrolling through the articles from this years TBT brings me a satisfying smile. Here and there I stop for a while and recollect the memories connected to the shooting or research. Well, all watches and their stories rightly deserved to be featured, but we can shortlist just a few of them. We welcome you to see our selection of best pieces and reasons, why we picked it up. If some of them slipped your attention during the year, here is your chance to catch up on the best vintage pieces published in 2019.Top 10 Vintage Watches From TBTOmega Seamaster 300 CK2913It doesn't happen often such a grail watch re-surface in such ...
Green really is the color of 2021 so far; at least TAG Heuer believes so. Hot off the heels of the recent launch of the green-dialed Monaco, the Swiss brand has decided to green up another of its classics. This time, the Carrera gets goods with the TAG Heuer Carrera Green Special Edition.A new shade of greenThankfully we're not seeing a direct port of the Monaco's green dial color here. I say that with a healthy dose of respect, though, as that shade was delicious. For the Carrera Green Special Edition, TAG Heuer has chosen a very different shade of green, verging on teal. It's a softer color and one that actually quite suits the Carrera silhouette, with the mixture of blue and green hues th...
Omega Speedmaster LegendIts Speedy Tuesday As you probably know, when the Speedmaster was being introduced in 1957 there were no signs of a role in the space program yet. The Speedmaster was essentially meant for sports people and race car drivers. Once in a while, Omega still grabs back to the heritage of car racing and introduces a Speedmaster that has a link with racing.Michael Schumacher was ambassador for Omega for a long time before hopping over to Audemars Piguet. However, when he won the world title in F1 racing for the 6th time (2003), Omega decided to introduce a Speedmaster broad arrow model to commemorate this accomplishment by the German F1 pilot. The Speedmaster Legend was born...
What do you want to talk about on Monday? Most definitely not about the weekend groceries, the chores around the house, or getting soaked in the downpour while cheering on the kid on the hockey field. That's why we present you with a couple of watch conversation starters for the coffee corner. You can use the ideas at the water cooler too, obviously, or during lunch; it's up to you. We will give you a peek at what's new, what's happening, and what's hot. And we will find you some interesting, watch-related stuff to do in the near future. We kick off the week with a couple of numbers, an exhibition featuring Jaeger-LeCoultre's Atmos clock, the 20th anniversary of the Patek Philippe museum, an...
Hereby we share with you the Speedy Tuesday Event videos that we took on January 8th in Biel, Switzerland. Also, you will find some of the official photos that were taken during the day by Omegas photographer. Our own photos can be found in our previous How to wear it report here.Speedy Tuesday Event VideosToday, we share with your three Speedy Tuesday Event videos that Bert Buijsrogge shot during the day. The first one below gives an overall?impression of the day in Biel. With about 45 guests, 6 of the Fratelli (Bert, Gerard, Balazs, Michael, Sky and RJ) and of course the Omega staff, we had a day where we not only celebrated the Speedmaster on a Speedy Tuesday, we also had the honour to be...
The vintage Omega Constellation is the watch that basically started it all for me. The passion for watches that is. A number of relatives of mine had (and have) an Omega Constellation and it were these timepieces that got me interested in watches in the first place. I inherited a nice vintage Omega Constellation from 1968 which I truly cherish as it has been on the wrist of my grandfather for over 40 years (on a daily basis).?I also bought some Constellation watches myself as well through the years.So, it is about time I give the vintage Omega Constellation a bit of well-deserved attention here on Fratello Watches. A few months ago, we (Bert Buijsrogge and I) visited a collector of rare and ...
With our personal love for sports chronographs, we were very pleased to see the Baselworld novelties from TAG Heuer. Especially the TAG Heuer Carrera CH80?chronograph. Inspired by the first generation of Carrera chronograph watches and faithful to the original design by Jack Heuer back in the 1960s. Powerful design, pure lines and optimal ergonomics with an easy-to-read layout'? as TAG Heuer proudly quotes on their website. During the introduction of the TAG Heuer Carrera CH80, both dial configurations were shown to us. The high-contrast color combination of black and white on the dial with the sporty looking red accents makes the new TAG Heuer Carrera CH80 a very attractive watch in our opi...
If there is something that drives Breitling collectors nuts, it's all the online listings where sellers claim that Sicura was a sub-brand of Breitling. Or, more controversial still, that Sicura watches were produced by Breitling or even that a Sicura watch is effectively a Breitling watch in disguise. Let's make it clear once and for all. To help us, lets focus on the witty Sicura Rally GT with an unusual bezel.The problem mentioned above is endemic. If you go online, you will find many Sicura watches listed incorrectly. And it doesn't only happen on eBay, but you can even see it at auction houses. Why is there so much confusion? Is it just an unfortunate misunderstanding or is it the delibe...
While its nice to see a gradual release of watches throughout the year, I love the horological assault that shows like Watches And Wonders bring. All these new watches released in one go are like a massive sugar overload. As a bit of a sugar addict, Im all good with that. Some brands played it relatively safe with their launches, bringing small, incremental updates and conservative tweaks you know the stuff. But some brands went big and threw some real curveballs. I like being caught off guard. When brands think outside the box and have the gumption to have a go, I think calculated risk is a good thing. It should be encouraged. This kind of approach helps keep the watch industry fresh and mo...
omega decided to make Watches and Wonders 2021 all about the Explorer. As always, the news was surprising for what came and what didnt. For some of us, the news of a return to 36mm was welcomeomega is like a box of chocolates; you never know what youre going to get. Each and every year, the internet wizards bring out their Ouija boards before the shows in an attempt to channel the spirits into revealing the next omega releases. Just like clockwork, these pundits are wrong on an annual basis. This year, everyone felt that the Explorer was due. Well, they were right, but the predictive details were woefully incorrect.The Explorer was in focus this yearFirstly, omega refreshed the Explorer II b...
Yes, I confess, I believed that the omega Oyster was The Origin of many a wrist-worn invention and that the automatic watch was invented by omega. Surely the first rotor that spun under a case back had a crown on it? Well, this is all about busting myths, so you already know what's coming, Sonny omega didnt invent it, but perhaps the hypnotic spin of winding rotors would merely be a side note in history without Wilsdorfs crown. You might question my sanity when I compare the history of automatic movements to the history of the electric car, but be patient as there is a good reason for it.What is true is that omega deserves plenty of credit for refining the now well-known self-winding wonder ...
Hey there, its This Week in Watches for March 21, 2020 and we have some news for you We delve into a concept watch and a couple more made for derring-do.H. Moser Endeavour Centre Seconds Concept WatchH. Moser makes some downright gorgeous watches. Their dials are mesmerizing and Im generally a fan of their case work. The Endeavour Centre Seconds Concept watch fits within a trio of watches on the theme. Theres a tourbillon, a piece with diamonds and this simple piece. The concept moniker means that there is no branding or printing on the dial. The prices on the tourbillon are $65k USD (CHF is the same) in either white or red gold, and $59,900 USD (same in CHF) in steel. What we have here is a...
Shots fired Or so it may seem from that provocative title. The thing is, as much of a omega hater as I may sound like in proclaiming the Cellini Moonphase has the dumbest moonphase display in the industry, it actually pains me to have such an opinion. Why? Because I love the watch Or at least, I love the idea of it.The Cellini Moonphase is exactly the type of watch I feel omega should have in its collection. Sure, theres no doubt the brand makes absolutely killer sports watches. But I believe having one complicated dress model to balance the offerings is honestly a great idea. It has historical precedence for the brand. It provides a classy, understated, and less hyped option for those seeki...
Welcome back to Wrist Game or Crying Shame, the weekly series that allows you to participate in an important online survey while being stuck in the house. Today, well head back to the late 90s with the Breitling Navitimer Montbrillant. But firstWith our current homebound lives imagine how this will read in a years time a week ago seems like a month. But it was only last week that I showed you a NOS Seiko SKX007J, the ubiquitous everymans diver that not every man owns. For $289 on favored grey market dealer?Jomashop, the watch boomed to a stunning 86% Wrist Game win. Today, well go with something a lot more complex and 10 times more expensive in the Breitling Navitimer Montbrillant.The Brei...
We like to talk about vintage watches a lot within the Fratello team. Where the daily routine is largely focused on the most recent developments in the world of watches, the most fun for many of us lies in the world of vintage watches. It's a world full of history, remarkable watches, incredible stories, and quirky details. It inspired us to come up with a series of articles focusing on the best watches per decade from a select group of brands. Some of them priceless, some of them still affordable. But all of them are remarkable watches. In this second installment, we will take a look at the best Omega watches from the 1950s.The best Omega watches from the 1950s? What does that actually mean...