The Renault 5 turbo was one of the most successful smaller rally cars of its era. There was also a road legal version, which was one of the first hot hatch models of the 1980s, arguably the most exciting time to drive sports cars in Europe as a combination of speed, light weight and sharp handling made cars like the VW GTi, Ford Fiesta XR2, … Continue reading Coming Soon: Yema Rallye 5Turbo
Nivada Grenchen have a super retro chronograph launch today. The dark cherry coloured watch is a collab with Worn & Wound magazine and has a refurbished Valjoux 72 movement inside the case. Delivery is due in Feb 23 and there are just 20 pieces being made. Price is $6900 which is kinda steep for us, considering you can get a mint Valjoux 72 watch from … Continue reading Vintage Valjoux 72, Or Refurbished? Tough Call
Seestern who also have the Sugess watch brand in their portfolio have sent us info on a new blue dial variant of the Sugess Pilot style chronograph. Also has a rose gold coloured case which adds a dress watch feel. Regular browsers of Ali Express and eBay will know the Sugess vintage Pilot watch well. It has a rather stunning movement, visible via the see-thru … Continue reading Sugess Pilot Chrono Gets A Deep Blue Dial
Just take a second or two to appreciate the details on this new Yema automatic FlyGraf model, especially the date window. Available in different langauges, but so compact, yet so clear. Retro, yet fresh. You know what it remids us of at NWC mag? The old day/date flipover calendars you once saw on every desk, in every office. Classic and functional. OK the classic theme … Continue reading The Coolest Date Window Feature Ever? Possibly
Baltic has brought back the Bicompax chrono model, and the 002 version has a more retro dial design, plus the ST1901 movement inside the case. It’s still 38mm wide, which is the same sort of width your classic Venus/Valjoux 7733 movement watches from the 60s and 70s were, give or take 1mm. Twin sub dials give you essential readings, an Italian calf strap adds a … Continue reading Baltic Bicompax 002 is Retro Heaven
Boldr has added a new blue dial variant to its Odyssey range, which features the legendary Valjoux 7750 movement.Priced at $1299 on pre-order it’s a relatively cheap way to acquire a 7750 chronograph. Here’s the word; Our super sailor is now in admiral blue! The Odyssey Regatta takes on a brand new nautical colourway with essential features and functionalities required to conquer a yachting competition. … Continue reading Boldr’s Valjoux 7750 Odyssey Got The Blues
Collecting watches isn’t just about trying to find that Holy Grail Swiss watch in a dusty drawer, or car boot sale, and then showcasing it on Antiques Roadshow claiming you had `no idea’ it was woth big money. Like Google was never invented. No, sometimes collecting watches is a lasting joy, like an old Swiss movement Accurist, that just keeps ticking away after 50 years. … Continue reading Are Accurist Watches Worth Anything? Some Are, Some Not So Much
UK watch brand Pinion have a Valjoux 7750 powered chrono in their line-up and it’s definitely worth a look. Unusual dial colours, lovely deep dish case design too. Here’s the word; Presenting the Elapse. Pinion’s first automatic chronograph that is powered by the world-renowned Valoux 7750 movement. Sized at 42mm in diameter, as the name indicates, will allow the wearer to track elapsed time in … Continue reading Time Lapse: Pinion’s Take on The Valjoux 7750
