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Rolex Submariner Ref 6204 (1954)

Stainless steel case in 37mm. Automatic Cal. A260. The first Submariner was introduced in 1953 which had a water resistance capabilities of up to 100 meters, making this a very early example. This watch is available at Phillips Auction on 10th July 2020 in Hong Kong. Estimate : 100,000 to 200,000 USD

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Jaeger LeCoultre Grand Reverso Ultra Thin (2014)

Jaeger LeCoultre Grand Reverso Ultra Thin Tribute to 1931 Chocolate was released in 2014.  The watch is housed in a 18K pink gold case with a brown dial that was inspired by an early Reverso from Jaeger-LeCoultre.  Another unique feature is a burgundy cordovan strap from Argentinian polo boot maker Casa Fagiliano – Grand Reverso size comes in at 46.8mm x 27.4mm and only 7.3mm thick.  On the movement; it uses calibre 822/2, beats at 3Hz, 19 jewels, 45-hour power reserve.  Priced at 12,000 Euro

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Cartier Pasha de Cartier Skeleton (2020)

Stainless steel case in 41mm. Automatic in house 9624MC movement, using dual barrel. The all new Pasha features a new smooth bezel, stainless steel bracelet features a new “QuickSwitch” system to easily remove and switch; also the “SmartLink” system for wearer to adjust the length of the bracelet without any tools. Power reserve is 50 hours. Priced at US$25300

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Heuer Monaco 1133B 1969
  • Worn by Steve McQueen in the racing film, Le Mans.
  • In 1971, Steven McQueen starred in the racing “documentary styled” movie Le Mans; directed by Lee Katzin.
  • This is before the trend of brand using movies to build their presences; and the production team went out to purchase these watches at retail price.
  • McQueen took one Monaco and gave it to his chief mechanic; thanking him for keeping him alive for the past few months.
  • At first, Haig Alltounian didn’t want the watch but McQueen told him he had already done the engraving on the case back, he couldn’t give it to someone else.
  • The Monaco watch was first introduced in 1969, bearing a few significant details, first and foremost is the case shape, being square isn’t the easiest to make it water resistant; but they’ve managed to get the Monaco to withstand water to 100m.
  • 39mm stainless steel case.
  • The movement was the legendary cal 11. In 1967 a group of companies; Breitilng, Hamilton-Buren, Heuer, and Dubois-Depraz— joint effort to develop a new automatic chronograph movement.
  • In 1969, they unveiled the Cal. 11. The Heuer Caliber 11 was the company’s first and arguably most famous automatic chronograph movement.
  • This watch is up for auction on December 12th at Phillips auction (New York).
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Rolex Daytona (2017)

Rolex Daytona receives an update with their new dial design (2017), still driven by the cal. 4130 automatic chronograph movement. Three material – Everose, YG & WG, all in 40mm. Priced at 27400, 26200, 27400 CHF

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A. Lange & Sohne Lange 1 Time Zone (2020)
  • 18k pink gold case in 41.9mm x 10.9mm.
  • Manual winding movement a brand new manufacture calibre L141.1, using a single barrel comprise of 448 parts.
  • Also featuring the newly designed day & night ring shaped indicator.
  • Power reserve is 72hrs.
  • Priced at 49,200€
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Grand Seiko SLGW003 “White Birch” (2024)

Brilliant Hard Titanium case in 38.6mm with a thickness of 9.95mm, sapphire crystal with display case back, water resistance to 30m. In house manual winding calibre 9SA4 hi-beat, regulated to -3/+5 sec per day, anti magnetism to 4,800A/M Power reserve is 80 hours

Priced at USD10,700

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VACHERON CONSTANTIN Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra Thin Skeleton Blue (2022)
  • 18k pink gold case in 41.5mm with a 8.1mm thickness; sapphire display caseback, skeletonized movement with pink gold indexes and hands, luminous hands and marker. Integrated bracelet with quick release system, together with extra rubber strap.
  • Automatic in house calibre 1120 QPSQ/1, 22k winding rotor, Geneva Seal certified.
  • Power reserve is 40hrs
  • Priced at 130,000 Euro
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H Moser Endeavour (2020)

H Moser Endeavour Center Seconds Funky Blue (2020).  Case is 40mm in 18k white gold case with a thickness of 10.7mm.  Automatic in house calibre HMC 200, using bi-directional pawl winding system.  Power reserve is 72 hours.  Limited to 100pcs exclusively available thru the Brand’s online store.  Priced at CHF22,000

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Breitling Navitimer B12 Chronograph 41 Cosmonaute Limited Edition (2024)

18k red gold case in 41 mm with a thickness of 13.6mm, sapphire crystal with display case back; water resistance to 30m. Calibre B12 automatic with bidirectional winding, column wheel with vertical clutch, COSC certified. 24 hour indication.

Limited to 250pcs

Priced at CHF21500

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