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Universal Genève: The Forgotten Swiss Innovator | Crown Vintage Watches

Universal Genève: The Forgotten Swiss Innovator

Introduction Founded in 1894, Universal Genève is one of the lesser celebrated names in Swiss watchmaking, yet its contributions to chronograph development, micro-rotor automatics and refined mid-century design are among...

Universal Genève: The Forgotten Swiss Innovator

Introduction Founded in 1894, Universal Genève is one of the lesser celebrated names in Swiss watchmaking, yet its contributions to chronograph development, micro-rotor automatics and refined mid-century design are among...

Omega Flightmaster – The Other GMT Master | Crown Vintage Watches

Omega Flightmaster – The Other GMT Master

Introduction Produced between 1969 and the late 1970s, the Omega Flightmaster stands as one of the most technically ambitious pilot’s watches ever created. At a time when commercial and military...

Omega Flightmaster – The Other GMT Master

Introduction Produced between 1969 and the late 1970s, the Omega Flightmaster stands as one of the most technically ambitious pilot’s watches ever created. At a time when commercial and military...

The Seiko 6105-8110 “DVDP1973”: The Antarctic Diver of the Dry Valley Drilling Project

The Seiko 6105-8110 “DVDP1973”: The Antarctic D...

Among Seiko’s extensive catalogue of tool watches, few embody the spirit of function and history as powerfully as the Seiko 6105-8110 “DVDP1973.” Unlike standard production models sold through retail channels,...

The Seiko 6105-8110 “DVDP1973”: The Antarctic D...

Among Seiko’s extensive catalogue of tool watches, few embody the spirit of function and history as powerfully as the Seiko 6105-8110 “DVDP1973.” Unlike standard production models sold through retail channels,...

Cartier and the Shaping of Watch Design: A Collector’s Perspective | Crown Vintage Watches

Cartier and the Shaping of Watch Design: A Coll...

Cartier’s role in horology has never been about brute technical innovation or high-beat escapements. Its significance lies in how it shaped the language of watch design itself. At a time...

Cartier and the Shaping of Watch Design: A Coll...

Cartier’s role in horology has never been about brute technical innovation or high-beat escapements. Its significance lies in how it shaped the language of watch design itself. At a time...

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak – A Radical Beginning

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak – A Radical Beginning

When the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak appeared in 1972, it was more than just a new model in the brand’s catalogue. It was a turning point for Swiss watchmaking at...

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak – A Radical Beginning

When the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak appeared in 1972, it was more than just a new model in the brand’s catalogue. It was a turning point for Swiss watchmaking at...

Tudor Submariner: A Dive Watch Icon in Rolex’s Shadow | Crown Vintage Watches

Tudor Submariner: A Dive Watch Icon in Rolex’s ...

Introduction Few watches in Tudor’s history hold as much weight as the Submariner reference 7928. It was not simply a continuation of the Submariner story, but rather a milestone that...

Tudor Submariner: A Dive Watch Icon in Rolex’s ...

Introduction Few watches in Tudor’s history hold as much weight as the Submariner reference 7928. It was not simply a continuation of the Submariner story, but rather a milestone that...