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The best of times: here and now.
2021: Current Series The Patek Philippe catalog currently lists the Reference 5230 as the latest original World Time fake watch, available in white gold and rose gold. The hand-guilloché pattern in the center of the dial is particularly beautiful. At the same time, its case diameter is 38.5 mm, which is slightly smaller than its predecessor. At first, this may seem like a big mark, but the detailed miniature world map and its colorful enamel nuances represent a special value in themselves. The same goes for the women’s Reference 7130 in white or rose gold, sporting a diamond bezel. All models are powered by the 240 HU movement. It was…
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Zenith Pilot Type 20 Extra Special Cohiba Maduro 5 Edition
Another smoking drop from Zenith and Cohiba. While this special edition collection commemorates Zenith’s collaboration with high-end cigar maker Cohiba, even non-smokers can appreciate the sexy tan timepiece. The Pilot Type 20 Extra Special Cohiba Maduro is from the Pilot Type 20 collection, which was launched in 2017 with a retro style reminiscent of World War II pilot watches, available in two versions: rose gold; and a bronze chronograph. Both come in a 45mm case. The choice of metal is spot on. Although the Pilot Type 20 has a solid design DNA, the polished rose gold case is ideal for a chronograph dial, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication…
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Breguet White Gold and Blue Tradition Quantième Rétrograde 7597
An amazing iteration of a beautiful watch. Introduced in 2005, the Breguet Tradition featured an inverted movement that revealed most of the movement on the dial. It is a modern concept inspired by the 19th century: the movement is inspired by the souscription pocket watch created by Abraham-Louis Breguet. Since its launch, Tradition has grown into a full-fledged collection, from time-only models to top-of-the-line tourbillons with fuse and chain. The Tradition Quantième Rétrograde 7597 is the simplest yet most striking, refreshed with an attractive blue dial. I’ve always found Tradition appealing, especially the earlier models with smaller case sizes, which tended to fit better with traditional color palettes like gold…