Baume & Mercier Capeland Flyback Chronograph

aume & Mercier Capeland Flyback Chronograph

The vintage-styled Baume & Mercier Capeland Flyback Chronograph (refs. M0A10006 & M0A10007) collection is a modern re-interpretation of the classic "monopusher" design from 1948. This version will appeal to many representatives of the generation of baby boomers looking for a nice "classic" chronograph at a relatively affordable price. What could be even more exciting (for the brand,) there is a good chance that some of the brand's younger customers would want one of these timekeepers, too, thanks to its impeccable finish, elegant exterior design, and, of course, the good mechanism made by La Joux-Perret: the brand's new source of mechanical calibers.

IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Eight Days Caliber 59210

IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Eight Days Caliber 59210 (Ref. 5101) manual-wind watch

Playing on the crowded field of -ahem- "affordable" luxury dress watches, the Portofino range has always been somewhat of an ugly duck in the family of beautiful swans. Now, however, updated with the 2011 IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Eight Days Caliber 59210 (Ref. 5101) model, the collection has been moved a tad upmarket.

Versace Reve Carre Ladies with Caliber Ronda 762

Versace Reve Carre quartz ladies watch

The Versace Reve Carre series was unveiled about a year ago, so it is sort of old news by now. Still, St. Valentine's Day is upon us and if you are still on the market for a nice gift for your loved one and can't spare your month's rent for an expensive timekeeper, getting one of these gold-plated watches with their luxurious look and potentially low maintenance costs courtesy of a Swiss-made quartz movement may be a good idea.

Panerai Luminor Marina Edition New York (PAM 417)

Panerai Luminor Marina Boutique Edition New York (PAM 417) automatic watch

While the new Panerai Luminor Marina Boutique Edition New York (PAM 417) doesn't offer much in the 'uniqueness' department, it still may be of some interest both to collectors and aficionados alike for whom the Big Apple holds some sentimental value. If you fall into at least one of these categories, you should probably hurry up and reserve one of these babies since there will be not so many of them to be offered.

Montblanc Star World-Time GMT (ref. 106464)

Montblanc Star World-Time GMT automatic watch (ref. 106464)

The new Montblanc Star World-Time GMT 106464 collection is a new member of the Star collection that was officially presented at the SIHH 2011 event. The 2011 collection offers a nice pseudo-vintage styling that is tastefully flavored with almost perfect legibility and careful approach to design: a combination that defines timekeepers manufactured by one of the oldest makers of luxury writing instruments even when it comes to their "entry-level" models.

Louis Vuitton Tambour Regate Navy Flyback Chronograph

Louis Vuitton Tambour Regate Navy automatic flyback chronograph (ref. Q102D0) watch

The relatively young fashion brand, which is especially popular among wealthy customers from China and other parts of the region, will soon start selling its new Louis Vuitton Tambour Regate Navy (ref. Q102D0) limited-edition automatic flyback chronograph.

Hublot Big Bang Chronograph Celebrates Greengo Club

Hublot Big Bang 44mm Greengo Bang Limited Edition Chronograph (Ref. 301.CI.1170.GR.GGG10)

Hublot has already established itself as an authority when it comes to bold-looking, salivation-inspiring high-tech ultra-luxury timepieces. Recently, the brand has teamed up with the famous Greengo nightclub (located in Gstaad, Switzerland, the iconic establishment that has just celebrated its four decades in business is a part of the Gstaad Palace Hotel that is known among particularly wealthy fans of the local ski resort for its plush apartments and especially friendly hosts) to offer this limited-edition Big Bang 44mm Greengo Bang (Ref. 301.CI.1170.GR.GGG10) chronograph. While offering nothing particularly new in terms of design, the sporty timepiece still looks impressive with its green-and-black (or vice versa) color scheme.

Chaumet Dandy Edition Metronome W1118C-25M

Chaumet Dandy Edition Metronome (ref. W1118C-25M) hand-wound watch

The French jeweler Chaumet -a brand that belongs to the same conglomerate that owns such loud names as Bulgari, Hublot, Zenith, and, last but not least, a certain Ardbeg Distillery of the Isle of Islay in Scotland- has introduced its signature Dandy timepiece equipped with a metronome-style seconds hand module. Naturally, the 2011 Chaumet Dandy Edition Metronome (ref. W1118C-25M) is dedicated to Frederic Chopin who, for a time, lived in the same building in Paris where Chaumet's Salons is currently located.