Tag ETA Unitas 6498

Tissot Heritage 1936 Hand-Wound T104.405.16.012.00

Tissot Heritage 1936 Hand-Wound (ref. T104.405.16.012.00)

During the last three or four years, Tissot has introduced several great classic-styled timekeepers in their Heritage line. For this year, the entry-luxury brand adds an even more impressive (although deceptively simple) hand-wound Heritage 1936 (ref. T104.405.16.012.00). Staying true to the collection's concept, the model combines a deliciously vintage appearance with a time-proven hand-wound caliber and a more than attractive price. What else would you want for Christmas?

Well-Balanced: Chr. Ward C8 Regulator Pilot

Chr. Ward C8 Regulator Pilot watch

Christopher Ward, a brand that offers watches that are not only well designed but are also affordable and reliable (a rare mix in this segment), has finally started taking pre-orders for its new Chr. Ward C8 Regulator that was first announced back in June as "C800" model. Featuring an aviator-style design similar to their recently announced Chr. Ward Typhoon chronograph, the watch offers an extremely legible and surprisingly well-balanced dial layout.

Frederique Constant Carrera Panamericana Collection

Frederique Constant Carrera Panamericana Limited Edition (refs. FC-435S6B6 & FC-435V6B6) hand-wound watch

During the Baselworld 2012 international trade fair that took place in March, right, 2012, the Swiss brand presented its limited-edition Frederique Constant Carrera Panamericana collection. Presented in two versions (each limited to 1888 numbered pieces,) it was powered by a hand-wound movement based on a "vintage" pocket-watch caliber.

Archimede Delivers the Final Version of the Deck Watch

Archimede Deck Watch R (Ref. UA7952)

For this year, the German watchmaker has presented a revised version of its last year's "deck" timepiece, which is now aptly named Archimede Deck Watch R. Initially introduced early last year as a prototype, the original was inspired by the famous (at least, among serious collectors) Stowa Kriegsmarine maritime chronometer used by the German Navy during World War II.

This Kudoke KudOktopus Skeleton is a Masterpiece

Kudoke KudOktopus hand-wound skeletonized watch

At the Baselworld 2011 show, the young master-watchmaker Stefan Kudoke presented his extensively skeletonized Kudoke KudOktopus model. Featuring a vintage movement that was elaborately cut to resemble a giant octopus, the timepiece would probably easily compete even with made-to-order timepieces from Grieb & Benzinger... if only it was equipped with a higher-grade caliber.