chronograph – Swiss Watch Makers

Top 3 Chronographs Under $10k

Nicolas Scatena — Wed, 15 Aug 2018 17:15:55 +0000

Many people dream of having the best watches out in the watchmaking world. For some of you who love watches, you may experience that when it comes to buying a nice watch it requires a good amount of money and then your dreams don’t come to life. In this list I will name three of the best chronographs, (in no order), that are less than $10,000.

1.Omega Speedmaster CK 2998 Pulsometer

This chronograph list would not be complete without adding this years Omega Speedmasters. This watch channels superiority and purity that has made Omega Speedmasters a fan favorite. It’s a beautiful object tied to a wonderful and important chronograph lineage. The CK 2998 Pulsometer is priced at $6,500 and could be the watch of any chronograph lover.

2. Montblanc 1858 Automatic Chronograph

When talking about aesthetics this Montblanc 1858 Automatic Chronograph is very well attractive and well made. Its stainless steel case measuring at 42mm has a dial that features a gorgeous black dial with arabic numerals which brings in vintage tastes. With a reliable Sellita SW500 movement, this timepiece is all you can ask for in a chronograph. This Montblanc chronograph is a good choice at a great price of $4,300.

3. Sinn 103 SA BE LE

The first thing that caught my eye when looking at the Sinn 103 SA BE LE, is the beautiful sunburst blue dial. With a lightly tanned lume, and a rich blue aluminum bezel, it is worn on a creamy leather strap. This 41mm chronograph is limited to 500 pieces with a 7750 ticking movement. This is a perfect chronograph for an everyday wear priced at $2,600.

Oris Chronoris Limited Edition

Nicolas Scatena — Thu, 02 Aug 2018 15:16:11 +0000

Over the years Oris has been releasing vintage style watches and the most notable collection, Divers Sixty Five Collection. Today the brand releases a reissued iconic model, the Chronoris. Oris released their first chronograph in 1970 with a typical seventies “pilot’s” or “helmet” case. This watch was also the first to be dedicated to the motorsport world. These watches had a motorsport vibe with typical color combinations and bright orange accents. The production of these motorsport watches was stopped in 2005 due to a crisis. Now in 2018, these renowned Oris watches have come back to the market.

This watch is a true “Chronoris” style, with masculine and robust features and a 1970s style case. The style of these watches are rather bulky and heavy but Oris have redesigned them to be lighter with a 40mm case. The Oris Chronoris Limited Edition is limited to 200 pieces and available either on a perforated brown leather strap, on black rubber or on a steel bracelet.

Some may realize that Oris used the same dial as the Williams 40th anniversary edition, with the only difference having the bright orange accents instead of the dark blue accents. Its a beautiful chronograph with vertically arranged 30-minute and 12-hour counters and no small seconds.

The case features a calibre 673 with a robust self-winding chronograph movement. It has the same specifications as the other Valjoux-equipped watches: 4Hz frequency, 25 jewels and a 48h power reserve. The Oris Chronoris Limited Edition is available at Oris boutiques and is priced at CHF 3,500 on a strap and CHF 3,800 on a metal bracelet.

Louis Moinet Tempograph Chrome – The New Generation

Nicolas Scatena — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 18:38:06 +0000

As many may know, Louis Moinet was the inventor of the first ever chronograph. Following the success of the first generation 20-Second Tempograph in 2016, Louis Moinet updates their success with a second generation which they call the Tempograph Chrome. The new watch is limited to up to 60 pieces in each metal, 18k rose gold or stainless steel.

A nice feature of the timepiece is the surround being either completely black or blue. The surround color hue matches perfectly with the strap and sets off the Louis Moinet’s signature “Dewdrop” hands. The new Tempograph Chrome also features a new case, borrowed from Louis Moinet’s Memoris collection, which is the first ever chronograph collection. The watch is packed with 52 components as the components are fully visible and give it an extravagant look.

The new changes in the second generation Tempograph gives Louis Moinet a turning-point to continue their legacy and success. Being more modern, more powerful, and very extravagant, this new piece is sure to continue with their previous success.

The Basics:

Material: 316L Stainless Steel or 18K gold
Diameter: 44 mm
Thickness: 14.75 mm
Water resistance: 50 meters

Strap: Hand-sewn Louisiana alligator leather with alligator lining
Movement: LM50 caliber, designed and manufactured by Louis Moinet
Winding: Automatic
Oscillations: 28,800 vi