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Finally, Hamilton Made a Jazzmaster You’d Actually Want to Buy

The Hamilton brand suffers from an image problem in the UK watch market, but all that may be about to change. The latest Jazzmaster Face-2-Face III has a flip-up dial face that adds some gadget appeal, plus the chronograph actually looks stunning in its normal resting face position. Basically the dial flips up into a sort of desk clock position, which is something of a … Continue reading Finally, Hamilton Made a Jazzmaster You’d Actually Want to Buy

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British Watches

New Stuff: Farer Three Hand Automatics in 36mm Sizes

New watches from Farer are always worth a look as the UK brand always makes an effort with the details. The latest three hand 36mm range have Swiss made, La Joux Perret movements, which boast a 68 hour reserve. Plus you get sapphire box crystal, see thru casebacks and the 36-ers are slimline too, at just over 10mm high. That makes a bold dress watch … Continue reading New Stuff: Farer Three Hand Automatics in 36mm Sizes

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Farer Three Hand: Modern Tech, Retro Style

Farer are one of those Brit watch brands that rarely feature on people’s radar, but they should, because they’re excellent value especially when compared to something like Bremont. Not every collector can afford three grand for a watch, and if you want to buy a British brand name, then Christoper Ward, Marloe, Duckworth Prestex and others all offer interesting timepieces at well under a grand. … Continue reading Farer Three Hand: Modern Tech, Retro Style

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Girard-Perregaux: Three Bridges, Three Graces

Luxury cars and watches kinda go together like trophy wives and lip fillers. We tried to like this tech tour-de-force by Girard-Perregaux, which carries the famous Aston Martin name. Yes, three bridges are beautiful, in a spartan Forth rail bridge kind of way. Those big jewels and empty spaces in the case are like a 3D drawing of a movement on show for everyone to … Continue reading Girard-Perregaux: Three Bridges, Three Graces

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Micro Brands

Boldr Medic III Has Anti-Virus Coating

Boldr has sent us some onfo on their new field watch and we like the cut of their jib with this one. It’s got a fancy coating which is resistant to virus stuff and bacterial warfare. OK, maybe not warfare..but you know, dirty old microbes looking to expand their activities. Here is the word from Boldr; This striking blue beauty is the new Field Medic … Continue reading Boldr Medic III Has Anti-Virus Coating

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Bell+Ross Launch Three Time Zone GMT Model

The latest from Bell + Ross, who have a new GMT model in their range and yeah, for Family Guy fans, this one is a three-way; True to its iconic square flagship model, the new BR 03-93 GMT replaces the existing version. Redesigned, more modern, more functional, more readable. This “tool watch” goes back to basics in terms of design and shape which were influenced by two … Continue reading Bell+Ross Launch Three Time Zone GMT Model

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FP Journe’s Pre-Owned Service With a Smile – Plus 3 Year Warranty

This new service from F.P. Journe is something we would love to see from Rolex, IWC, Hublot, AP, Breitling and other Swiss brands. Basically FPJ are buying up some of their pre-owned watches, giving them a complete refurb, if they need it, and then selling them via their boutique network with a three year warranty. Yes, we know, Rolex would never do that because they … Continue reading FP Journe’s Pre-Owned Service With a Smile – Plus 3 Year Warranty

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Micro Brands

Kickstarter Projects: Three Kings Watch Covers All The Angles

Angles watches are doing something unique on Kickstarter and it seems popular with over £60,000 spent backing the Three Kings watch. Here’s the word on this wandering hours watch design; At Angles, our watches are all about showcasing to the world that we bring to market more watch at higher quality and lower cost than competitors. Even a new watch enthusiast recognizes something special is … Continue reading Kickstarter Projects: Three Kings Watch Covers All The Angles

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