This is a black dialled Tavannes trench watch from 1914. It took me several days to complete my research, and I had been looking to…
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Luxury watch manufacturers use different reference systems to distinguish their models, and initially, interpreting these values can be intimidating. Omega is no exception to this…
Comments closedThis post was inspired by the recent news that one of Winston Churchill’s prized timepieces will be available for sale by Dawsons Auctioneers on the…
1 CommentIf you were to start collecting Swiss made pocket watches from the early 20th century, inevitably, you would come across the name George Stockwell. His…
4 CommentsHave you recently acquired an antique watch? Perhaps you have recently inherited a family heirloom? Or maybe you have started a small collection of antique…
2 CommentsIn 1769, King George III commissioned the observatory in Kew, Richmond, Surrey, primarily for conducting astronomical observations. In particular, it was used to observe the…
Comments closedA service is needed to clean and re-lubricate the movement. This will ensure the timekeeping is within normal tolerances and prevent the oils from drying,…
2 CommentsWhen starting an antique collection, it can be easy to get carried away, buying the first item that you see. However, if you do not…
2 CommentsIn today’s watch world, building a collection has become one of the biggest trends in the market, with more and more collectors turning to the…
1 CommentOne of the watches high on my wish list is the Land & Water trench watch, made by Zenith and retailed by Birch & Gaydon.…
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