Jaquet Droz In Museum Exhibition
The Museum of Arts and Design unveiled Object Factory: The Art of Industrial Ceramics, an exhibition documenting contemporary innovation in industrial ceramic production and the renaissance of ceramics in art and design. On view from May 6 through September 13, 2009, Object Factory examines unexpected uses of ceramics as time keeping instruments, kitchen appliances, knives and even digital electronics, all made possible by new technologies. The Grande Seconde Ceramique, which combines a ceramic case with an enamel dial, is the only timepiece in the exhibition. The limitless potential of ceramics��a medium that has been in use for millennia��is underscored by its use in such innovative ways as the housing of watches like the Grande Second Ceramique created by the renowned Jaquet Droz Manufacture. We are happy to have this fine timepiece included in Object Factory: The Art of Industrial Ceramics, said David McFadden, the Museum of Arts and Design's Chief Curator.The Museum of Arts and De

Giveaway: Breil Orchestra Automatic Watch
Italian Breil wants one of you to win this Orchestra reference TW1027 automatic watch. The very similar Breil Orchestra TW1020 was reviewed on aBlogtoReadwatches-dealer here. In a 45mm wide black-toned steel case this is the cool skeletonized mechanical Orchestra model. It features an exposed automatic Japanese Miyota automatic mechanical movement that has been thoroughly skeletonized on the front and back. The dial is still very legible. Attached to this model is a black leather strap and it has a retail price of $475. Enter below for a chance to win one.To Enter You Must: 1. Comment on this post below (on aBlogtoReadwatches-dealer, not Facebook or elsewhere you might see this article) before the giveaway is over with your valid e-mail address where required. In the body of your comment mention whether or not you like exposed mechanical movement mechanics on watch dials.2. Be a pal. If possible, Facebook like all or any of the following:Like aBlogtoReadwatches-dealer on Facebook?Like

the divorce collection is with Bonhams in London....
many members here.....did ask for more details rgd. the 16.12. auction. there are only 2 subs and one old tudor chrono for you guys. but many extremely rare military watches. unfortunately I had no access to the watches before the send off to bonhams as part of my divorce settlement court ordered forced sale of assets and therefore I`d rather clarify a few details. I will try to assist with local UK friends in pick up after payment and 3. party shipment into countries with fierce customs in a way, the declarations are NOT stating watches ; Values aso. all I can do now, is to explain more details. the auction house was somewhat light on specifics so far..... we are still waiting on factory confirmations for some watches to go with the purchase. So here are the lots, that might need a few additional explanations. That is lot 33-69. All working fine. Lot 33: 100% original and factory restored in the 90`s 34: perfect original condition. Factory restored in the 90`s. 35: maybe the rare

SMP300 Bond Limited Edition
This just arrived via FedEx from DavidSW. Its been a number of years since I owned a SMP300. I've gone through Planet Oceans and Speedmasters in the past couple of years. But I am happy to say that this will be with me for a long time

Pam 372 vs pam 422 weight
Hi does anyone know the weight difference between the two ? I'm assuming the 422 is heavier due to sapphire crystal and slightly thicker case but by how much? My ad only has the 372 in stock and it feels light.