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Hautlence HL2 Watch Prototype
I can already tell that the Hautlence HL2 (HL2.0) watch is going to be one of my favorites of 2011. I learned about the piece sometime ago, and now we have images of an actual prototype. The thing works. Fellow watch lover and watch forum moderator Francois-Xavier Overstake had a wonderful opportunity to view (and play with) a prototype of the upcoming watch from the boutique Swiss brand. The hands-on pictures in this post are his, a link to his article is below.What is this thing? Only the latest and greatest machine that tells the time. Pardon the watch's unfinished stated. Though all the promise is there. This is a new step for Hautlence - who finally get their own movement. Interestingly enough if you compare the watch to their earlier models -the way of telling the time is 'thematically' the same. Meaning a retrograde minute hand (that is unique) as well as quasi-digital hour indicator. The HL2 is also the brand's first automatic movement, it also contains a power reserve indicato

OMEGA launches Ladymatic in Beijing with Nicole Kidman
Beijing, Friday, October 29, 2010Oscar-winning actress and OMEGA brand ambassador Nicole Kidman was on site in Beijing for the worldwide launch of OMEGA Ladymatic. This timepiece, which combines state-of-the-industry-technology with extraordinary aesthetic appeal, was designed as the definitive mechanical wristwatch for women of accomplishment in the 21st century. Nicole Kidman wore a dress designed by Lanvin and shoes designed by Dolce&Gabbana. The event was attended by members of the media from around the world.

B-Day present just in - Armida A8
Got it in yesterday from Hong Kong. It only took 72 hours 3 business days to receive by FedEx as the company promised. I did order a nice band from Panatime, the watch did come with a rubber and a NATO band. The watch also came with two bezels a typical style and a solid brass one. I used the solid brass bezel and blued the numbers and markings. I also aged the watch just a little bit to bring down the extremely shiny brass. I wanted the aging to look natural and not like some aged watches I have seen out there that look like a science project that has gone bad.This is the way the watch is delivered from the factory.

MKII LRRP...First impressions
I have no idea why but a couple of weeks ago I had a look at the MKII site and the watches that Bill Yao had to offer. The prices looked good so I decided to go for a LRRP. The watch arrived yesterday and here's what I think.First up Bill is a great Bloke to deal with, prompt answers and no problem with changing my order once it was placed. 10 out of 10 for serviceSo a couple of weeks later and the Fedex man delivers a box and inside that box amongst the packing beads was another box and then yet another black box......11 out of 10 for the package, totally bomb-proof.So inside the black box are the goodies..And there are a few extras apart from the black case and foam, a few extra spring bars and a strap changing tool, nice touch.. 10/10 for extras !! Now the watch, to cut a long story short, it is amazing. I have no idea how Bill can produce a watch of such quality for such a reasonable price. 12/10 for value Onto the wristThe "LURP" looks and feels great, the steel band starts at 22m

Interview ahead of time Patek & Kobold.
Interesting articles one about Mike Kobold, Founder Of Kobold Watchesand one about Hank Edelman CEO of Patek Philippe USA.A Patek Calibre 89, with 33 complications,sold at auction in 1989 for $2.7 million.Just click on the more for each article.watchtime/interviews/index.php