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Japanese Watches

Seiko Just Keeps Walking The Astron Price Higher Than Space X

Seiko has been price walking its watches for a few years now, but on the upside demand on the used market for Seiko watches is generally strong, arguably stronger than for some Citizen and Casio models, so maybe Seiko is a true investment watch? Maybe so, certainly an early Astron is now worth big money, but then not many quartz movements from the 1970s are … Continue reading Seiko Just Keeps Walking The Astron Price Higher Than Space X

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Classic Swiss

Two New Dial Variants For Frederique Constant Tourbillon

Frederique Constant has two new variations on its relatively cheap, Swiss manufactured Tourbillon, here’s the word; “Frederique Constant is now offering collectors two all-new variations of its Manufacture Tourbillon in a 39-millimetre steel case with a blue or silver-coloured dial. The contemporary look is a perfect complement to the classic design – and sits perfectly alongside the original rose gold version introduced earlier this year. … Continue reading Two New Dial Variants For Frederique Constant Tourbillon

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Best Swiss watches

Armin Strom Resonance Gets Subtle Green Dial Option

Armin Strom has added a green dial option to its Resonance model, here’s the word; Armin Strom’s Manufacture Edition of the Mirrored Force Resonance is now available with a green grenage dial and grey Alcantara strap. With a limited edition of 50 pieces for this watch, Armin Strom continues the design evolution of the horological revolution that is only fully achieved by the independent Biel/Bienne … Continue reading Armin Strom Resonance Gets Subtle Green Dial Option

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Japanese Watches

Grand Seiko Tentagraph: Brilliant, But Expensive

The Tentagraph boasts a long distance power reserve at up to three days, which is industry leading (says Seiko) plus a beautiful chronograph movement. The dial and hands are finished to a high standard, the bracelet is mirror polished. It offers something bespoke and hand built. You have to admire the way Seiko offers their GS models as a lux brand within their empire, Citizen … Continue reading Grand Seiko Tentagraph: Brilliant, But Expensive

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Watch market news

Crimewatch: Latest Wristwatch Robberies, Muggings etc.

It’s a tough world out there and as Britain’s prisons are full and the Police are busy on offensive WhatsApp chat groups, that means crims have easy pickings across the UIK. Here’s a round up of the latest watch thefts so that you can be on your guard. Remember, our advice at NWC is NEVER wear a watch worth over 3K out on the street, … Continue reading Crimewatch: Latest Wristwatch Robberies, Muggings etc.

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Classic Swiss

Watches and Wonders: Frederique Constant Goes For Gold

Forget everything we said about FC being an entry level brand, because the Citizen owned Swiss brand just produced an 18K gold case tourbillon which is beautifully finished. Now this is a bold move, since it doesn’t say Breguet, Arnold & Son, Lange & Sohne etc on the dial, so it’s priced a bit cheaper, but still £22,995 is kinda tasty for an FC watch. … Continue reading Watches and Wonders: Frederique Constant Goes For Gold

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Armin Strom Resonance: More Ltd Edition Genius At Play

Armin Strom has another limited edition on their site and as ever, it’s a technical tour de force. Beautiful details and finishing, twin balance wheels and that magic ingredient, resonance. What’s that you ask? We were baffled too, is it like a Bulova tuning fork? No, it’s a clutch spring set between the two balance wheel assemblies, which we reckon acts as a kind of … Continue reading Armin Strom Resonance: More Ltd Edition Genius At Play

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Vacheron’s Overseas Chronograph Ltd Edition

If you’ve won the lottery, inherited a fortune or just claimed your monthly expenses from the Houses of Parliament, then a Vacheron Constantin Overseas chronograph at £37,700 is a worthwhile investment. It’s a straight rival to a Rolex Daytona, Patek Grand Complications or perhaps a JLC Polaris, a true luxury watch, with an in-house movement (twin barrels btw) and that cachet of rarity too. Just … Continue reading Vacheron’s Overseas Chronograph Ltd Edition

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