Throwback Thursday: 1930 Heuer Single Button Chronograph

Some brands have been focussed on a single complication for a very long time. This goes for sure for Heuer, who has nurtured the chronograph as the focal point of most of its endeavors. That they excelled at this can not only their current collection testify for, but also their vintage models such as this single button chronograph from 1930.

By Martin Green

Rolex Datejust Lapis Lazuli: It Is All About The Dial

When it comes to Rolex, the dial can make all the difference. Think of the Stella dials on the Day-Date or the Paul Newman dials on the Daytona, while with the Rolex Submariner the difference is all in the details. With the Datejust however, there is not one particular dial that made a prominent name for itself, but there are some out there that should, like this Lapis Lazuli dial.

Patek Philippe Ref. 3450/1: The Charm Of The Integrated Bracelet

You like it, or you don't: an integrated bracelet on a watch. Unable to detach, it defines the look of the watch, for better or for worse. In case of this Patek Philippe Ref.3450/1, it is the first, adding to the character of this imposing watch.

Throwback Thursday: Universal Genève Cairelli Split-Second Chronograph

A look back at the Universal Genève Cairelli Split-Second Chronograph, one of the most coveted military watches ever produced.

Throwback Thursday: Audemars Piguet/Cartier Minute Repeater

A very subtle and discreet watch, it actually houses an impressive complication, especially for the 1920's. The lever on the side of this Cartier already shows us a hint of this.

Rolex Ref.3330 Chronograph: The Oversized Vintage Delight

Despite their often small size vintage chronographs are among the most desirable watches. That is also what makes this Rolex ref.3330 chronograph so special, as it has a diameter of 37mm.

The Remarkable Patek Philippe ref.1436 Split Seconds Chronograph

Put steel, vintage, chronograph and Patek Philippe together in a sentence, and you know that we are talking about an extraordinary watch, especially when that watch is a ref.1436 split seconds chronograph!

Throwback Thursday: Rolex ref. 6085 “The Dragon”

When it comes to vintage Rolex some of the most coveted pieces are their famed cloisonné enamel dials, such as fitted on this ref. 6085, nicknamed "The Dragon."

Throwback Thursday: Longines Type A-7 Avigation Watch

For a collector of vintage military watches, it is always a challenge to find rare models in good condition, but this Longines Type A-7 Avigation should tick all the boxes!

Throwback Thursday: Patek Philippe Ref.530 Astrua Torino

While there are many rare watches, they cannot beat unique watches, especially not when we are talking chronographs by Patek Philippe, such as the Ref.530 Astrua Torino.

Throwback Thursday: Heuer Autavia “Jo Siffert”

TAG Heuer's involvement into the world of racing, and especially Formula One racing, is something that dates back to the time when the company was still named only Heuer. One of the watches that had such a strong connection was the Autavia Reference 1163T Chronomatic.

Throwback Thursday: Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Alaska II’ Project Watch

The Omega Speedmaster is celebrating its 60th birthday this year. A milestone for a watch that will forever be known as the Moonwatch. Although this Alaska Project II never went to the moon, it is one of the most desirable Speedmasters out there. And this example is only one of three

Throwback Thursday: Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Ref. 2499

In the world of vintage watches, Patek Philippe's chronographs with perpetual calendars occupy a category of their own. They are benchmarks in the industry, and that goes especially for the Reference 2499, which we examine here.