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Most Memorable Featured Storiesof Luxury Watches

Every month we buy and sell hundreds of authentic luxury replica watches from some of the most famous and prestigious manufacturers in the entire world. As you might imagine, the owner of such a company would also have a large personal collection of fine timepieces, but which one do you think would be their favorite?  rolex-datejust-31mm-278289rbr-white-gold-and-diamond-automatic-white-dial
In this article from the Wall Street Journal, we take a closer look at a watch of this description and find out exactly what makes it so special. As you can guess from the article’s title, it’s definitely a Rolex, but you’ll have to read the full story to find out which one it is
Transparency has been one of the basic principles of our replica watches since day one, and we openly post the purchase and sale prices of each model on our website. We are often referred to as the “Kelly Blue Book of Watches” because anyone can now go to our website and instantly find out what it costs to buy a watch and how much they can get for it if they plan to sell it.
Certain luxury watch brands, such as Rolex and Patek Philippe, are known for having ultra-desirable models that are completely unavailable at the retail level and sell for several times more on the pre-owned market than their original new retail price. However, this is the case for almost every brand, and for many other luxury timepieces, huge savings can often be found by shopping on the pre-owned market.
The luxury fake watch industry has grown considerably over the past decade, with more and more people interested in researching and collecting watches every year. As one of the most trusted pre-owned Rolex brands with over a decade of experience in buying and selling some of the world’s most exclusive luxury timepieces, we are often asked questions about the watch industry and its current trends.

1812nycadmin / February 16, 2022 / new

Rolex Chromalight vs Super-LuminNova Two-Tone Daytona 116503

Rolex first introduced the Chromalight display on the Deepsea Sea-Dweller in 2008. While it is also a photoluminescent material, this time, instead of green, Rolex’s proprietary compound glows blue in the dark. Moreover, according to Rolex, Chromalight can last up to eight hours, more than twice as long as other luminescent materials. Following the Deepsea, Rolex began equipping other sports replica watches, such as the Submariner, Daytona and GMT-Master II, with Chromalight instead of Super-LumiNova.
Today, every Rolex sports watch uses Chromalight on its hands and hour markers. In addition, since 2015, most of the classic watches in the brand’s Oyster collection have also been equipped with Chromalight on their hands and hour markers. interestingly, some modern Milgauss watches have included both blue and green luminescence for a very short period of time. With this in mind, the latest Milgauss models are exclusively made with Chromalight.
To create its proprietary Chromalight display, Rolex first uses an ultra-fine metal oxide powder composed of aluminum strontium, dysprosium and europium. Creating this powder requires a complex and delicate manufacturing process to achieve the right balance of materials. The mixture is then heated to form crystals through a reaction that can only occur at controlled high temperatures.
At this point, the luminescent material is in the form of a crystallized powder, and although it will still react to light and glow, its form does not allow it to be applied to the hands and hour markers of a watch. In order for it to be used to complete the tiny surfaces on fake watch components, this luminescent ability must first be turned into a liquid coating.
The phosphorescent powder is then combined with the liquid resin before it can be applied to hands, hour markers and any other details that need to glow in the dark. This, of course, requires a very detailed application process and strict quality control to apply the exact amount needed to ensure consistent Chromalight luminescence on all modern Rolex watches.
Regardless of the color, Rolex replica watches perform very well at night and have a unique look even in the dark. Some Rolex watches, such as the Submariner Diver, will shine brighter than others because the former has more luminous material than the latter. All else being equal, more luminous material results in a brighter, longer-lasting glow – which is precisely why Rolex’s sporty watches typically have larger hands and hour markers than their classic-style counterparts.

1812nycadmin / December 25, 2021 / rolex

This Singular Seiko Vintage Reference Points To Japan’s Incredible Olympic History

It was a punch in the gut to fulfill executives’ desire to become a truly global brand. Shortly after the 1960 Rome Olympics, Seiko made preparations for the ’64 Games a top priority, with extensive engineering, production of many timepieces, clocks, and replica watches, and a thorough marketing effort to promote Seiko worldwide. plus9time’s Anthony Kable’s excellent analysis of the various timing devices involved in the ’64 Olympics is well worth a read.
While anything related to Seiko and the ’64 Summer Olympics is well worth collecting, there is one single reference that takes the gold medal in terms of desirability, and that is the Seiko 5718-8000 Counter Chronograph. What makes this watch stand out is its unusual feature of a two-digit counter at 12 o’clock controlled by two pushers on the left side of the case. The button at 10 o’clock advances the counter by one digit and the one at 7 o’clock advances the counter by a full 10 digits. This is a unique feature, and the only Seiko watch with this complication.
The 5718-8000 uses Seiko’s first chronograph movement, the 5719, and adds the complication to it. 5719 is known as the Crown Chronograph. According to the book “History of the Seiko Quick Timer” written by Sadao Ryugo, it was not Toshihiko Ohki, the father of the Crown Chronograph, who added the complication to the 5719 movements, thus creating the Olympic timer, but his superior Tsuneyoshi Ono.
The fake watch was made in very limited numbers. Exact production figures do not exist, but expert Erik Strickland, who owns two 5718s – the executive version with silver and gray dials – speculates that there were about 100 of them. It was only sold for 15 days, so there would not have been a large production run.
Strickland has both known executions, but finding them won’t be easy.” Diligence and time – it took about three years for the charcoal set – to check the saved searches and stay engaged,” he said of his hunt.” It sounds long, but when you’re hunting a bunch of stuff and learning, the time doesn’t really drag.” Two of his examples were shot for this story.
For him, the replica watch represents not only years of searching, but one of Seiko’s most thoughtful designs.” The chronograph hands are a different color than the running hands and have more contrast with the dial, so you read them first. White on gray, black on white. Designers often get this wrong. Also, any time you look at it, some polished hand, applied detail, or angled track will catch the light. In a way, it was the grand rise of Japan on the global stage, and for Seiko, it was the time when the brand became the “Seiko of the World” as we know it today.

1812nycadmin / November 2, 2021 / new

Tom Cruise Wears A Wacky TAG Heuer Watches In ‘Jerry Maguire’

In the 1990s, Tom Cruise was a huge movie star, even bigger than he is today. In 1996 alone, he starred in the first Mission Impossible blockbuster and today’s film of choice, Jerry Maguire. It was not a bad year. The film follows the eponymous Maguire, a sports agent whose life gets turned upside down after getting fired from his agency, leaving him with only one client – pro football player Rod Tidwell. In the midst of all that, Maguire falls in love with his only employee, Dorothy Boyd. This is not only a sports movie, but also a romantic comedy, but really it’s one great game of Tag – as in TAG Heuer.  
The closing ceremony of the 2020 Olympics takes place this weekend, but the Olympics aren’t the only sporting event going on right now. Between Major League Baseball’s trade deadline, NBA free agency, and the start of NFL training camp, it’s a full-blown sports frenzy. Where there are elite athletes, there are agents. Sports agents are responsible for negotiating on behalf of athletes in terms of contracts, in addition to acting as their representatives in all areas of the sport and beyond.
Directed by Cameron Crowe, who captured the 1970s in Almost Famous and the 1980s in Fast Times at Ridgemont High, this 1990s classic is a portrait of the decade’s fashion, music, and exact replica watches. There really is no watch brand that captures the 90’s better than TAG Heuer. Or why Brad Pitt wore one in “Moneyball”. In Jerry Maguire, it felt as if the entire cast was wearing them. I think when the prop man approached Crowe, he interrupted her and said, “You remind me of TAG Heuer.”
The two-tone TAG Heuer Professional 200m worn by Gooding is definitely more modest. Zellweger wears what appears to be a stainless steel Professional-type quartz replica watch with a plastic bezel that completes the party. It’s hard to make out her watch in the film, so if anyone has a better eye, please let me know in the comments.
In the film’s first act, as Maguire’s entire career spectacularly unravels in a single day, he raises his left hand to his face, showing off his loud and wild TAG S/el to the empty room. This is a crucial moment because it comes just before his next phone call – to Tidwell – where we get the “Show me the money!” line that became an instant catchphrase and national phenomenon.
The aim at the scene is to illustrate Maguire’s inability to love unconditionally and to move the plot forward, helping his character grow into his “you complete me” self. For our purposes, however, this scene is significant because it contains the only real close-up of the fake watch. That would be Tidwell’s two-tone TAG Heuer Professional watch, which fills the frame just as his wife knocks on the crab shell.

1812nycadmin / October 9, 2021 / Article

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Best Vintage Rolex Daytona 6263 Stainless Steel Watches

Of all vintage Rolex watches, the various hand-wound Daytona models of the first generation are often regarded as the most valuable, desirable, and collectible. However, not all vintage Daytona watches are considered the same, some are simply more highly regarded than others, and the reference 6263 has always been one of the most coveted vintage Daytona watches.   
Part of the reason the 6263 model is so popular is that it was the last iteration of the first generation of hand-wound Daytona watches, before self-winding movements, sapphire crystals and large 40mm cases with crown protectors were introduced to the line. This means that these Rolex Daytona replica watches are the last true vintage Daytona models and represent Rolex’s ultimate vision for its manual-winding chronographs.
It is also worth noting that the Daytona 6263 is generally taken to be more valuable than the ref. 6265. Aside from the difference in the bezel, these two vintage Rolex Daytona watches are virtually identical, but the black acrylic bezel on the Daytona 6263 makes it significantly more valuable than the otherwise identical ref. 6265, especially the black acrylic insert is in perfect condition and free of any cracks, chips, and scratches.
When all is said and done, as is the case with almost all vintage Rolex Daytona models, the 6263 is a joy to wear and own, regardless of the type of dial. While their values may vary, each has its own character and appeal, all of which makes for one of the most desirable vintage Rolex timepieces in the world.
That’s my point of view. Now, before I go on a rant like Zach and I did last time, let me say that I prefer my Sub bracelet. It actually is a great combination. However, I also really like the way it looks on my rubber strap – in this case, the black “Rubber B” strap that uses the factory Glidelock buckle. For me, this combination gives me a break from the more conservative original pairing, while maintaining a really solid look and feel.
The rubber combo also adds a more casual, low-key vibe – more sweatpants and sneakers than shorts and loafers. That’s not to say you can’t use it with a more sensible casual outfit the 1:1 replica watches. The Aquanauts and Yacht-Masters of the world look great with anything – I’d be happy to bring Everose Yachty on Oysterflex to the next black-tie event. In a way, it’s an evolution of pairing submarine and Seamaster straps with suits, which has become standard practice, despite our past protests.

1812nycadmin / September 8, 2021 / rolex

Shocking news about Justin Hartley with his watch

However, it’s not another Speedmaster. At this weekend’s MTV Movie and TV Awards, Justin Hartley was known for his work on the hit show. When they announced Anthony Mackie for the award – a logical choice considering his transition from Falcon to the new Captain America – Justin could be spotted wearing the Omega Constellation 41mm watch. 131.63.41.21.03.001. The Time+Tide team agreed that the watch looked great on him. But what we also like is that whether the replica watch is part of his personal collection or the result of him being a friend of the brand, it’s nice to see the broader Omega reference catalog get a little deserved time in the spotlight.   men watch
The Omega Constellation has been getting more attention lately, with Zayn Malik recently wearing the precious metal Omega Constellation in one of his recent music videos. But it’s no secret that the Seamaster and Speedmaster are the most common focal points for watch collectors and enthusiasts alike. The beauty of the Constellation in this setting is that it feels right at home.
OMEGA’s Constellation is firmly in the category we call “robust elegance”. It has a decidedly sporty, yet sassy, integrated design that, to be honest, can only be compared to the vintage Piaget Polo watch – and even then, it’s not really an apples-to-apples comparison in this most modern iteration. Sports replica watches have come to dominate the world, so when we see someone like Justin Hartley spreading the love and going for the less obvious choice, we’re all for it. Especially considering the quality of the Constellation collection’s design.
The OMEGA Constellation 41 mm model. 131.63.41.21.03.001 is housed in an 18-carat Sedna™ gold case. It features a polished blue ceramic bezel with Ceragold™ Roman numerals, a sun-brushed blue dial, and a date window at 6 o’clock – its discs are in matching shades to minimize distractions from the dial. The hands, the OMEGA logo, the constellation stars, and the faceted hour-markers are also in 18-carat Sedna™ gold, contrasting with the rich sunburst pattern on the blue dial.
The fake watch is fitted with a blue leather strap with rubber lining, which echoes the dial and serves as an elegant foil to the sporty Constellation case. Inside is the OMEGA Co-Axial Chronometer Calibre 8901, visible beneath the domed, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, which provides the owner with the same quality movement you find in the more common Seamaster watches.

1812nycadmin / July 7, 2021 / Article

A New Generation Of The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 Watches

Specifically for the standard production models, the 2021 Aquaracer collection is divided into two categories, 43mm and 36mm. All seven new Aquaracers feature a handsome new hand, a simplified dial design, a newly designed ceramic bezel insert, water resistance to 300 meters, a screw-down crown, and a sturdy case back. Likewise, all new WBP2XX iterations use TAG Heuer’s Caliber 5, an automatic movement based on ETA 2824-2. With a 42-hour power reserve and a date display placed at six o’clock, the Caliber 5 is a fully known quantity that offers a lot in terms of reliable performance, timekeeping ability, and ultimately service cost. replica watches
The general style of the two size options is identical, but you can quickly distinguish one from the other, as the standard 43mm model has yellow text on the dial and yellow accents at the position of the second’s hand.
While full and specific dimensions have not been disclosed, TAG Heuer has said that the new Aquaracers are thinner, lighter, and have shorter lugs. TAG Heuer has also fitted a new strap with a tool-free micro-adjustment system to the clasp. It offers a 1.5 cm extension and can be adjusted without removing the replica watch from the wrist. This thoughtful strap design is not common in the dive watch world and I can’t wait to see the mechanism and try it out on my own wrist.
While certainly similar to the previous WAY2XX reference, these new Aquaracers don’t look as fussy. The dial has been simplified with new markers and less text, the hands are less complicated, and the date has been moved to the six o’clock position and covered by a Cyclops mounted inside the crystal. Likewise, the design of the bezel has been improved with a more elegant font inserted and a bezel along with the profile for better grip.
Putting all this together, this looks like a positive step forward for the Aquaracer collection, but I can’t help but scratch my head a little at its size. A brand like TAG Heuer has to offer an attractive dive watch for everyone, and it’s hard to argue with the fact that the 40mm has been a success throughout the history of cheap replica watches.
While I don’t necessarily think a 43mm version would be too big, I do think the Aquatimer needs to exist in the 39-40mm range, and that need will only become more pressing in the coming years. That said, who knows, maybe the middle ground is already being chosen. It seems like a blown issue – arguing about the difference between 40 and 43mm – but think about how much a 2mm change has meant to Tudor over the last few years.

1812nycadmin / June 8, 2021 / tag heuer

Getting Into Pre-owned Replica Watches?

We’ve tackled the world of vintage watches, the world of current representation, accessories, prints, and spoken word. We’ve rethought how the community can provide feedback directly to watchmakers, and we’ve even overhauled watch insurance there. We always did this with our watch lover’s hat on.
There has always been one category that we loved but didn’t know how best to contribute, and that was used watches. I want to clarify what I mean by that. It is not vintage watches, which we usually think of as watches made before 1990. And certainly not gray market watches, which for us has always represented something special in this world. What I mean here is simply watches that are defined as modern, but not brand new.
What makes the Crown & Caliber special? First of all, it’s not just a platform for you to list your best replica watches, nor is it even a consignment store. No, Crown & Caliber will buy your watch from you and get you paid for it. This solves a huge problem we see all the time – how do I move my watch so I don’t have to wait forever to get a new one?  IMG_4431 IMG_4454
Next, we want to look at the post-purchase process, which is another area where Crown & Caliber excels. After Crown & Caliber has purchased your watch, they will bring it into their state-of-the-art facility and have it inspected and serviced (if needed) by their in-house Swiss certified watchmakers. The watch will then be posted online for purchase.
We have searched the world for watch sellers and no one handles used replica watches with the integrity and customer-first perspective that Crown & Caliber does. We just love the way they do business. Yes, we are now one company and what that means for you is that in the next few months, you will see our two sites begin to work with each other to better serve you, the watch buying community.
The most amazing thing about this concept is that Hamilton Powell, the founder of Crown & Caliber, and I have been friends for many years. Neither of us is really ready for it, but the idea never left our minds. What has changed today? We are launching a small used selection on our website that will grow exponentially over time. As we’ve been saying for years, we know that selling a watch is just as important as buying one, and the level of trust required is no exception. So we’ve done this with you in mind – to make it a little easier for everyone to have an extra link in the nebulous world of watches.

1812nycadmin / May 5, 2021 / new

Unlocking the Equity in Luxury Watches without Selling

Easy and effective access to capital when needed to help people solve problems, seize opportunities and achieve their dreams. While traditional financial institutions can meet many of the financial needs of most affluent individuals and families, they often fall short when people need five to seven figures in a short period of time, or when individuals are highly leveraged, or both. For owners of luxury assets (especially replica watches), Borro is a specialized financial services provider that fills these gaps with confidential non-bank loans and lines of credit that can be financed almost immediately. Borro simply pledges one or more of the borrower’s luxury assets as collateral and also provides inventory loans to dealers in the luxury trade.
Luxury assets can yield substantial returns. However, unlocking their equity through a private sale or auction takes a lot of time and effort. Borro makes it easy to realize the true value of your replica watch or collection without waiting and, more importantly, without selling.
Borro’s lending process is highly personalized, beginning with a discussion with a Borro specialist about the amount of funding required and the assets to be used as collateral, either by phone, email, or by private appointment at the company’s New York City or Denver offices. Based on the discussion, a verbal loan offer is made based on the final valuation of the collateral. From there, the assets are securely shipped to Borro for valuation and a final loan agreement is provided for signature. Upon receipt of the executed loan agreement, the proceeds of the loan are remitted to the client’s designated bank account. Once the loan is paid off, the client’s assets are returned.   Luxury Watches

Borro provides exceptional security, care, and handling of luxury assets during the transportation, valuation, and storage process. Assets are insured from the time they are shipped or brought to Borro’s facilities, stored in its vaults until they are returned after the loan is paid. Borro uses advanced protocols to handle and track assets, and its vaults are the most secure available.
Burke concludes, “Even people with significant incomes and high net worths run into situations where traditional funding sources are too slow, too cumbersome, or too onerous to even address a situation or meet an opportunity. There are a lot of lenders out there; for our clients, it’s about time, trust, and flexibility to structure something to meet their individual needs.”

1812nycadmin / April 1, 2021 / Article

Popular Modern “Retro” Rolex Watches

The foundation of Rolex’s success is the extremely high quality of its products, which have continued over the years. Rolex replica watches tell the time accurately and are strong, sturdy, and reliable. Maintaining consistently high quality, with an estimated annual production of around 750,000 pieces, is an art in itself. The advantage of the Rolex is the omission of unusual complications. It doesn’t have a tourbillon, perpetual calendar, or minute repeater – or even a movement with a large date display, power reserve indicator, or alarm function.
The company has focused on what it does best and is constantly improving the details. Whether it’s the movement or the case, it’s all the same. You won’t find a ratchet as clean and smooth as the rotating bezel on the Submariner or GMT-Master II in any competitor, even the more expensive offerings from other high-end manufacturers. Rolex Watches for men rolex-078780
The Rolex name is significant because the brand was early to introduce innovative features that made the watch ideal for everyday wear, and the first water-resistant replica watch was introduced in 1927, followed a few years later by the automatic winding mechanism – because to keep a watch water-resistant, you shouldn’t have to pull the crown every day. These two features are reflected in the product name “Oyster Perpetual Calendar”, which adorns almost every Rolex, and the Datejust, introduced in 1945, was the first watch to combine the three functions of automatic winding, waterproof case, and chronometer certificate. Along with the date window of the same name, it had all the basic functions.
The watch’s everyday wearability is a function of its design. The round design of the fake Rolex contributes to its water-resistance and excellent legibility. It is also equipped with a central scanning seconds hand and a Cyclops date magnifier. The existing collection has undergone years of maintenance and constant improvement.
There have been no sudden shifts or leaps in design, and even the size of the case has changed only gradually. Typical design features such as grooved bezels, “Mercedes” hands, Cyclops magnifying glass, and Oyster bracelets were part of several different models and rarely changed so that today’s Datejust or Submariner is very similar to the earlier models. That’s why Rolexes are always easily recognizable from a distance.

1812nycadmin / January 23, 2021 / rolex