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Re: How to Win at a Watches Auction

mini — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:40:54 -0000

really enjoyed this article

Re: How to Win at a Watches Auction

mini — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:39:19 -0000

superb article

Re: Piaget = Passion + People: A Visit to a Place where Watches are Born

Allen Cook — Sat, 04 May 2013 07:08:14 -0000

Really a lovely website with wonderful collection of Piaget Watches.

Re: Ask a Question

Chung — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 22:57:06 -0000

Thanks!!!!!!!!

Re: Ask a Question

Meehna Goldsmith — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:07:42 -0000

Please send a photo of the watch and movement to mgoldsmith@christies.com and I will try to help you.

Re: Ask a Question

Chung — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:34:44 -0000

Dear Sir,

I am the client of Christie’s and I have a 14K gold Gubelin Minute Repeater pocket watch, circa 1890. Can you help to find out the original manufacturer of this pocket watch?

Thank you very much!

Best regards,

M Chung

Re: The Rolex Boutique New York: Why You Need to Visit

Paul Altieri — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 01:01:12 -0000

Its a great looking store and a "must see" for Rolex watch fans. They only sell new Rolex models - no vintage or pre-owned Rolex.

Re: To Wind or not to Wind, that is the Question: Queen Elizabeth Says Wind

Breitling Repair — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 03:39:07 -0000

The illustrious circular analogue computer was displayed
against a black face and black subdials - the sole color obtainable then. From
the Sixties on, the subdials began to be created in white and also the
Breitling name appeared on the face for the primary time. Eventually someday
throughout the late 60s the AOPA wings stopped showing on the watch face
forever.

Re: Christie’s to Auction Rare Stainless Steel Lange 1

Meehna Goldsmith — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:36:28 -0000

For purchase!

Re: Christie’s to Auction Rare Stainless Steel Lange 1

Max Reddick — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:35:58 -0000

Were these watches loaner watches to wear while your precious metal watch was repaired or were they for purchase?

Re: In the Wild: Roger Dubuis Windows Perpetual Calendar Dual Time

Cwilliam — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:09:25 -0000

I used to work for the Far East distribution arm of RD ... I remember sitting in our safe and trying on this model many times. My guess: a ultra wealthy Singaporean collector. This isn't an everyday man's watch!

Re: It’s Hip to Wear Pink! Yes, Men too?

Monochrome — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:31:48 -0000

Good point Meehna! I hadn't realized it, but you're right.

Re: Five Cool Reasons You Should Take a Look at Girard-Perregaux

Mike Margolis — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:59:50 -0000

Thanks Meehna!

Re: Five Cool Reasons You Should Take a Look at Girard-Perregaux

jfsuperior — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:08:12 -0000

GP in the 1970's was one of the true watch manufacturers who produced their own high quality quartz movements and which they also supplied to other important watch brands.

Best regards,
Jack Freedman

Re: With Ladies, It Gets More Complicated

Roy Slater-Hill — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:19:41 -0000

This is interesting as women do like small items of beauty (it's usually got diamonds somewhere !) and the aesthetics of a beautiful watch delights the eye. Just like beautiful ladies. The presumption is also that women have little if any idea of how (say) a car engine works. But most if not all car engines are smelly, dirty and noisy. Contrast that with a mechanical watch and not only does it look good it also sounds good. So a fine watch ladies or a car engine?
For once I think I know what a lady thinks !

Re: Patek Philippe 1518 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph: A Game Changer

Sylvia Jordan — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 02:34:36 -0000

I'm planning to buy patek philippe watches as a gift for my husband for his birthday. That 1518 looks very elegant. Hmmmm....

Re: Rolex 6036 Jean-Claude Killy Sets a World Record in Christie’s November 12, 2012 Auction: An Analysis

Paul Altieri — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 01:55:15 -0000

This a a real beauty....would be perfect for my vintage Rolex collection. The dial is in amazing condition.

Re: Happy Birthday to You! OnTheDash.com Turns 10

Paul Altieri — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 01:53:04 -0000

great looking site and these are pretty amazing vintage watch photos....thanks forsharing.

Re: Quirky Watch Brand Meets Genius Watchmaker

danyandnightmagazine — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 06:31:49 -0000

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Re: Chairman of Hublot, Jean-Claude Biver, Gives His Thoughts on Collecting Hublot, High Complications and Making Cheese

Meehna Goldsmith — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 09:38:43 -0000

Dear Roy,
i'm so delighted you enjoyed the interview. I appreciate your interest in the blog and if there are any topics you'd like to see covered we're open to suggestions. By the way, which watches particularly catch your fancy?

Re: Chairman of Hublot, Jean-Claude Biver, Gives His Thoughts on Collecting Hublot, High Complications and Making Cheese

Roy Slater-Hill — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 06:38:58 -0000

What a wonderful interview, thank you Meehna for bringing this man's passion for Swiss watches (and cheese!) to us. On a recent DAY TOUR in the Vallee de Joux I took a French gentleman ( an analytical aeronautical engineer) and his wife to see two small ateliers and it was after we finished the day and were chatting that the gentleman said that what he saw and heard was passion for watches and what they make by their own hands. That's so good nowadays when so much in life and business is done to a formula.

Re: Secret Time

Jack Freedman — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 12:19:47 -0000

Thank you for exposing secrets of horology not mentioned on the array of watch forums. These jewelry/timepieces are exquisite and functional at the same time.

Best,
Jack Freedman

Re: An Inside Look at Christie’s Watch Department with Aurel Bacs and Sam Hines

Dell Deaton — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:06:55 -0000

Watched this entire video start to finish, never once let anything else distract my full attention from it.

Sure: Obviously "Christie's Perspective" on the subject and itself. Still, I found it both unique and compelling. Aurel Bacs, and one presumes by his position, the broad culture of Christie's here, is deeply passionate about watches. Every aspect of 'em, nothing unworthy of fascinated attention.

Because of what I do, I see a lot of what's written on this subject through Internet chats. I interact with people directly at conferences and stores. Too often, if not surprisingly, it's a cold experience. Stakeholders for whom this is clearly nothing more than "business." Forums replete with angry watch guys. Insecurities evidenced by, I guess, fear that one's own watch preference must be vigorously defended in the face of the slightest praise, even that uttered in a vacuum, for alternative choices.

Yeah, the whole "product placement" debate, too. I don't get it. Interest in watches should be nothin' but unbridled fun.

So, kudos again, Meehna, for another great presentation of the bright side of wristwatches and all the joys surrounding them! As usual: Without sacrifice to the journalistic integrity that hallmarks your own name (brand).

Re: Watch Brands Celebrate the Year of the Snake

George Cramer — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 10:36:29 -0000

Not a fan of illustrated dials, but wow the Piaget with Boa Constrictor is really well done.

Re: Tornek-Rayville: The Military Dive Watch Bulova was Supposed to Make

Meehna Goldsmith — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 09:05:46 -0000

@George W. I've researched this watch thoroughly and spoken with an owner of the watch. If you have different information, I'm open to hearing it.