An Italian banker based in Milan has spent almost ten years amassing a collection of ten Patek Phillipe watches . Now Alfredo Paramico’s personal set of watches is ranked one of the top ten across the world valuing approximately $25 million dollars. Let’s take a look at seven pieces from his masterful anthology. The first and most important piece is reference number 1518 orignally from 1943, and one of only four known in existence. It brings in about $6 million of the collection and features an everlasting calendar and chronograph. Number two is a white-gold single button Chronograph from 1928 READ MORE
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Cartier’s Iconic Watch Influenced by WWI Vehicle
Jackie O, Princess Diana, Greta Garbo, Grace Kelly: Cartier’s tank watch has graced the wrists of some of the most well known beauties of our time. It remains one of the fabled jewelry house’s best selling watches. The original was launched in 1919, and most say it drew inspiration from the square cockpit view its namesake armored vehicle. Others believe it was a French thank you to American tanks that helped to ensure victory for the allied forces. Now Cartier has released the Tank Anglaise with slight rounding to the edges curving the face and updating the design. The yellow READ MORE
Omega President Discusses Partnership with James Bond
Omega company President Stephen Urqhart met with Fox Business’ Market Now team to discuss dressing James Bond and the implications for his brand. Daniel Craig is an ambassador for Omega. Urqhart spoke about Daniel Craig’s dual role with Omega as James Bond and as a brand ambassador in his own right. He went over the brand and Craig’s commitment to Flying Eye Hospital charity with Orbis, and discussed how Omega watches came to be the star of the James Bond feature films. Omega invests a set amount to promote film for ten weeks before opening and ten weeks at its READ MORE
Omega Commemorates Last Man to Walk on the Moon
40 years after the last man set foot on the moon, Omega releases the Speedmaster Moonwatch “Apollo XVII” 40th Anniversary Limited Edition to commemorate Captain Eugene Sternan commander of the Apollo XVII. The Speedmaster is engraved with the details of that historic moonwalk, “THE LAST MAN ON THE MOON”, “DECEMBER 14, 1972”, “APOLLO XVII”, “40TH ANNIVERSARY” and the limited edition number falling somewhere between 1 and the 1,972 pieces allowed. The dial is stamped with the Apollo XVII patch showing a picture of a man, the future, the Recollection of Apollo, and the flag. The face contains black hands operating READ MORE
Panerai Announces a Pair of Radiomir Composite Models
In 2010, Panerai introduced a new material to watch design, Panerai Composite. The two new models in the Panerai collection released October 10th, PAM00504 and the PAM00505, are both crafted from this innovative substance that was previously used in aeronautics, automotive and motorcycle components. It is resistant to scratches and high temperatures guaranteeing a high performance while remaining lighter and harder than most ceramics used in watchmaking. The Radiomir Composite 3 Days (PAM00504) measures 47mm and features gold hands, beige hour markers, and a cushion case in Panerai Composite, a deep brown. The movement is powered by the hand wound READ MORE
Watchmaker Franck Muller Meets Cristiano Ronaldo
The Swiss master of time pieces, Franck Muller, presented Cristiano Ronaldo, the famous Portuguese football player, with the first of a limited edition QP Bi-Retro Chrono CR-7. Franck Muller has a history of associating himself with football, previously creating a personalized watch for members of the Spanish World Cup team. Cristiano models the latest coveted piece Frank Muller brand. Image Source READ MORE