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- Brand Spotlight
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The History of the Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver: From Cockpits to Wrists
The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver represents a fascinating evolution of this unique design ethos. A watch that blends the brand’s aviation instrument heritage with the rugged demands of underwater exploration, the BR 03-92 Diver is a testament to Bell & Ross’s ability to innovate while staying true to their roots.
27 Aug 2024
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- Watch Knowledge
Metallurgy: Get to Know the Essential Watchmaking Metals and Alloys
In our savoir-faire series, we highlight the evolution of watchmaking metal alloys, from the conventional to the exotic, and how metallurgy has enabled wristwatches to be more advanced than ever.
30 Jul 2024
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- Curated by Cortina
- Watch Knowledge
Ingenious Gem-Setting Techniques Used in Jewellery Watchmaking Explained
From prong to invisible setting techniques, gem-setting in jewellery watchmaking is a highly skilled business.
08 Oct 2023
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- Watch Knowledge
Hacking Seconds: The Most Underrated Complication Explained
A ubiquitous feature of modern mechanical movements, the hacking seconds may not receive much attention but it is essential to keeping time accurate up to the second.
30 Sep 2023
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- Watch Knowledge
Discovering Watch Complications: Part 2
In the second of our two-part series, we look at some of the most technically sophisticated complications that money can buy.
22 Aug 2023
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- Watch Knowledge
Discovering Watch Complications: Part 1
28 Jul 2023