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The Patek Philippe 3940 perpetual calendar is one of the greatest watches ever made. Prices are increasing as collectors re-discover Patek Philippe’s greatest creation. Check out this article for an in-depth review of everything you wanted to know about the Patek 3940

An early piece unique masterpiece by Franck Muller auctioned by Sotheby’s Geneva soared past estimates of $60-120,000 – selling for $250,000. This perpetual calendar minute repeater also features a case by the legendary Jean-Pierre Hagmann, casemaker to the greatest brands and their most prized pieces such as Patek Philippe’s Star Calibre 2000. Two geniuses of horology in one watch! As we have been saying over the past few months, Franck Muller early watches should be on your radar. Prices are starting to tick up as savvy collectors re-discover these watches. CASE IN POINT: Today on instagram, super-collector Phil Toledano @misterenthusiast posted this watch from his collection, and expressed interest…

Cartier “Crash” prices have been rocketing over the past few years, and this fever has trickled down to other vintage Cartier shaped cases. The question is can the hype last? Here is an informative article behind the Cartier Crash story and it’s price history at auction. It’s worth noting that the Cartier Crash has ignited collector interest in other “funky” case shapes, of the 60’s and 70’s and this is lifting prices, for watches like the Patek Philippe Ellipse and others.

We discuss the often misunderstood “Rare Handcrafts” line of Patek Philippe… Why is this sought after by the VVIP clients of Patek? What is the future market potential for these watches?

Enamel dials have been getting more attention from collectors, thanks to limited edition releases from Patek Philippe’s Rare Handcrafts line. Vacheron Constantin, and Jaeger Le-Coultre have also released some of their most unique watch complications featuring enamel dials . Cloisonné. Champlevé. Paillonné. Grand feu. Miniature painting. These are all enamel techniques – one of the oldest and most precious crafts found in horology, but not every enamel dial is made the same way. Check out this article for the guide to enamel dials

Everything you want to know about “Tropical” dials on vintage watches is in this article

Everything you wanted to know about buying vintage Rolex, but were afraid to ask. Here is the comprehensive buyers guide by vintage Rolex specialist Philipp Stahl

Today we take a deep dive into the creation of the Rolex GMT Master and it’s deep roots in aviation history. Sotheby’s is auctioning a Rolex “Pepsi” GMT-Master 1675 once owned by Chuck Yaeger on April 5 2024. What was Chuck Yaeger’s role in the popularity of this watch with pilots worldwide?

Is any watch designer more famous, and on more collectors lips than Gerald Genta today? Gerald Genta is famed for designing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and Patek Philippe Nautilus in the 1970’s. Fifty years later, the Royal Oak and Nautilus have stood the test of time and are today’s hottest watches. But there is alot more to the Gerald Genta story. In fact, one of the next hot vintage watch trends, are the watches Gerald Genta produced under his own name in the 1980’s and early 90’s. Today, prices for these vintage Gerald Genta branded watches are increasing. The…

The Rolex GMT Master is perhaps the most iconic watch for pilots, adventurers, and military elite. First popularized by pilots in the 1950’s – every vintage Rolex GMT has been places and has a story to tell. For vintage collectors, Rolex GMT models can be a minefield. Knowledge is power. Click here for the complet guide to Rolex GMT Master vintage watches Pictured below is a Rolex GMT Master Ref. 6542 with bakelite dial. Formerly owned by Gonzalo Güell, Foreign Affairs and Prime Minister of Cuba. Sold at Monaco Legends for € 260,000 April 2024.