I'm a vintage watch guy at heart and I can't stress that enough. As you can probably guess, I scour the web on a daily basis--both in school and out--in search of rare and important timepieces from the likes of Rolex, Patek, and Longines. Amid these searches, I must've come across some fabulous watches, right? Right! Oh, and here they are!
Read MoreYesterday, I met with Michael Safdie. Michael is a collector, a dealer, an expert, and the founder of the museum-like NYC boutique known as Madison Fine Time. His horological "museum" is devoted to only the most sought-after and rare Patek Philippe creations out there. Whether your budget is $20,000 or $1,000,000, he's got something for you.
Read MoreSam Fremstar is literally a watch-collecting superstar. Not only because he's the man behind the renowned Instagram account, @Fremstar, but also because he has one hell of a modern and vintage watch collection. If Sam isn't chilling with his buddy Fake Watch Busta or some other Rolex-sporting, walking-watch-encyclopedia type, he's probably on the hunt for his next horological acquisition....
Read MoreLet's face it, there are A LOT of collectible vintage watches out there: The Daytona, the Speedmaster, the El Primero, the Tank, the Royal Oak, the Fifty Fathoms, the Memovox, and many other "must-have" watches for the established collector. But what if you could only have one watch? A watch that would remain timeless, hold its value, and still possess these traits after sitting in a time capsule for a few decades....
Read MoreThis Tuesday, at 20 Rockefeller Center, Christie's will be holding their last Important Watches sale of the year. Whether you're after that early 2000's Journe or late 50's tropical dial Rolex sports watch, the likelihood of Christie's having whatever you're looking for is quite high.
Read MoreIf someone were to ask me what my favorite watch is, my immediate response would be, "the Calatrava!" No, not necessarily Patek's Calatrava...Only days away from Christie's New York December 9th sale, it's the perfect time to point out some excellent...these three watches are being sold publicly for the very first time....
Read MoreWatch bloggers, watch collectors, and "watch celebs" convened in commemoration of Patek Philippe's 175th anniversary on Wednesday evening. This legendary manufacture not only held quite an affair at the Rainbow Room, atop 30 Rockfeller Center, but brought along an exceptional collection of timepieces.
Read MoreDay one of the IWJG New York show was nothing short of a success. Esteemed dealers from all corners of the globe convened to share and, of course, sell their cherished timepieces. A feeling of excitement filled the air; even as the day was coming to an end, negotiations amongst many dealers were seemingly interminable (in a good way).
In this first IWJG photo report, I feature various vintage and contemporary watches manufactured by Rolex, Tudor, and Patek Philippe.
Read MoreThe watch industry has developed into one of the largest, most lucrative niche industries on earth. With collector and dealer communities growing by the hour, minute, and second, success is seemingly perennial for plenty of individuals in this business. Certain watches owned by the "market-makers" and "market-players" have seen a drastic increase in value over the past decade. Here are some shining examples of such watches, all currently for sale, that not only exhibit the effects of this strong market, but also have a promising future.
Read MoreLate yesterday evening, I learned from various sources that the extremely sought-after, unique Patek Philippe Reference 2458 had changed hands. Only moments ago was this confirmed NOT TRUE, though the watch has indeed been privately sold.
The story [rumor] goes like this. Until about one year ago, this watch was owned by the prominent Miami-based dealer and collector, Massimo Barracca. Then, after consigning the Patek in a Christie's Geneva sale, it sold to Alfredo Paramico (Manager of the Elite Adviser's "Precious Time Fund") for a record-shattering amount of almost four million dollars. The most recent exchange of this piece was between Mr. Paramico and Angelina Jolie, who then gifted the wristwatch to Brad Pitt.
Read more HERE at Forbes.
Read MoreThis year, Patek Philippe celebrates their 175th anniversary. In honor of this occasion, Christie's will be hosting the "Patek Philippe 175" sale at the historic Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues in Geneva. One hundred of arguably the world's preeminent timepieces, all displaying Patek Philippe's triumphs and rich heritage, will be auctioned off at the sale that evening. As we near the date, I will certainly provide in-depth reports. Until then, I will discuss my two favorite watches offered at this auction--interestingly enough, both have remained in private hands until now.
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