Vintage
Don Draper plays by his own rules
As Jaeger-LeCoultre releases a limited edition tribute to the hit TV show Mad Men, we take it upon ourselves to have a much closer look at Don Draper’s watch box. And we’re not entirely happy with what we find…
By The Prodigal Fool, published on 9 January 2012
We have all the time in the world: The wristwatches of James Bond
Dublo applies his usual thorough approach to a look at the watches of James Bond.
By Dublo, published on 30 November 2011
Omega Dynamic: A winner because it’s a loser?
The Omega Dynamic might just be the underdog that triumphs in a world of Seamasters and Speedmasters. At least that’s what Andrew Morgan thinks. And you?
By Andrew Morgan, published on 6 September 2011
“Passion” pervades Maastricht’s exclusive vintage Rolex gathering
Passion runs deep amongst vintage Rolex collectors. We found out just how deep at an exclusive event held in Maastricht in late March where most participants wore one watch on each wrist. Only the hard-core, folks…
By Straight-Six, published on 9 August 2011
Talking Hands: The Rolex Oyster Perpetual, reference 1530
It’s Talking Hands time again. And this time, the Fool and Six sit down after dinner and far too many drinks to discuss the watch it seems you’ve all been waiting to hear about: the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, reference 1530.
By The Editors, published on 4 July 2011
Vintage watch crystals rejoice! Polywatch keeps you sparkling and unblemished
Fanatical little Straight-Six is not content only spending hours detailing his M3. Today he devotes more of his time to rejuvenating the appearance of his vintage watches. In Polywatch he’s found a product that almost makes him shake with excitement. It costs next to nothing, works miracles and rejuvenates the battered acrylic crystals on your cherished timepieces – modern or vintage. Turns out it’s time well spend.
By Straight-Six, published on 1 July 2011
Prodigal Questionnaire: 1968 Breitling Cosmonaute
The Prodigal Questionnaire: One watch, one decision, and 12 little questions that shine a probing, edifying light on them both. Today, we’re putting Ben Oliver, contributing editor of CAR Magazine and their watch columnist, on the couch to examine his decision to buy a 1968 Breitling Cosmonaute.
By The Prodigal Fool, published on 4 April 2011
Vintage Rolex ‘Passion’ event
The Guide spends the afternoon in the presence of some certified lunatics: vintage Rolex collectors. But we will say this: the brand has the largest and richest vintage watch catalogue out there today, and it’s increasingly only because of enthusiasts like those at the Passion event. Whatever the future of Rolex, its past is still alive and well, thank God!
By Straight-Six, published on 22 March 2011
Philipp Stahl introduces the Hillary Tenzing Explorer project
The Fool and Straight-Six travel to Maastricht to meet Philipp Stahl, renowned vintage Rolex nut and owner of Steiner. Stahl introduces his exciting new Hillary Tenzing Explorer project on video for us the only ways he knows how: at extraordinary length!
By The Prodigal Fool, published on 21 March 2011
Talking Hands: The Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso – perhaps the most iconic watch design in the world – turns 80 this year. So, to celebrate, we’re bringing you the latest in our Talking Hands series, an episode entirely devoted to the Reverso – The Prodigal Fool’s very own Grande Reserve model. Go ahead, pour yourself a drink then hit the play button, sit back and join us for Talking Hands.
By The Editors, published on 10 March 2011
