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Ball Engineer Moon III: Classic Elegance, Triple Date Style

The latest from Ball Watch is a classic triple calendar model, with that 50s style day, month and sweeping date hand. It has the signature gas tube lume and comes with cream, light or dark blue, black, green or silver dial options.  Called the Engineer II Moon, it has a sapphire crystal and 40mm steel case, with see-thru caseback. Here’s the word; “Imagine the possibilities … Continue reading Ball Engineer Moon III: Classic Elegance, Triple Date Style

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British Watches

anOrdain Go Large With Model 2

Scotland based brand anOrdain has launched a bigger version of its 36mm Model 2 watch. The new 39.5mm case size offers a bit more oomph on the wrist and the trademark hand-crafted enamel dial remains a key feature. Interestingly, there’s no blue dial option, just white, grey, a kind of greeny-grey mix and grass green. Here’s the word from an Ordain; We have expanded the … Continue reading anOrdain Go Large With Model 2

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New Ball Roadmaster Challenger II On Pre-Order

The latest upgrade to the Roadmaster range from Ball watches; The new Roadmaster M Challenger II is proof of this belief in action. Powered by our Chronometer Manufacture Caliber, the Challenger II delivers precise time-reading while going head-to-head with any adversary in any environment. Even in the dark of night thanks to micro gas lights – the boldest glow in watchmaking available in two color … Continue reading New Ball Roadmaster Challenger II On Pre-Order

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Micro Brands

Ferro Revs Up The Distinct 2.0 Model

Ferro is bringing back the Distinct 2.0 model. The unique watch combines old school military pocket watch features like that big crown, with a single red hand dial. Inspired by a Porsche dashboard dial, this quartz watch has a sapphire crystal plus a 44mm case and an optional NATO strap. September delivery on pre-orders. Cost is $375 and you get a free pouch on the … Continue reading Ferro Revs Up The Distinct 2.0 Model

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Rolex Explorer II: Classic Tool Watch Makes a Great Investment

The latest Explorer II made its debut yesterday and we have to say the white dial and vivid orange GMT hand are classic touches that didn’t need to be changed. The new movement is a welcome upgrade, so you now have a 70 hour power reserve, plus the dial features new super-bright lume on the markers and hands. The case size is 42mm too, which … Continue reading Rolex Explorer II: Classic Tool Watch Makes a Great Investment

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Latest Ball Engineer II Model; Waco Glider Edition

The latest from Ball Watch Co; On the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, BALL Watch proudly presents the all new Engineer Master II Waco Glider, an officer’s watch that combines vintage style with modern technology. Limited to 1,943 pieces each to commemorate the year that the Waco CG-4A gliders went into active service, the Engineer Master II Waco Glider features a … Continue reading Latest Ball Engineer II Model; Waco Glider Edition

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Micro Brands

Ball Engineer II Timetrekker Is a Bright Delight

We have a lot of time for Ball watches here at The Northern Watch Co magazine, as they offer great build quality for the price, plus those superlume gas tubes. This luminous touch makes them useful tool watches. Or just stand out at night like a Jean Michel-Jarre concert. This is what Ball are telling us; The new Engineer II Timetrekker is a professional tool … Continue reading Ball Engineer II Timetrekker Is a Bright Delight

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Ball Engineer DeepQUEST II is One Tough Cookie

Ball has launched a new variant on their Engineer Hydrocarbon dive model, called DeepQuest II. With a depth rating of 1000 metres, they are serious about the deep bit. Made from titanium, this 42mm case sized watch is a high spec watch. The usual brilliant set of tubes illuminate the hands, bezel indices, plus 12 and 6pm position numerals. It’s a COSC certified, in-house Cal … Continue reading Ball Engineer DeepQUEST II is One Tough Cookie

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