HELSON new MODELs

By TLex HELSON Watches have released four new models. They are: 

the Buccaneer 47 BRONZE,



the Gauge 1000 SAPPHIRE,



the Stingray 43 BRONZE,



and the Stingray 47 TITANIUM.



SALE They are kicking of their X-MAS sale with a 10% discount on all models bought between December 1st. and 15th. Simply enter 'XMAS' as the discount coupon when ordering.

EXTático DIVER Nº1

By TLex Here are the first real pictures of the EXTático DIVER Nº1. And what a an incredibly cool look diver it is!  The first series of watches have already begun assembly, but are currently awaiting new larger crowns before final assembly. They have already been sold out - however a second series is already underway.



Technical specifications include: a 316L Stainless steel watch case measuring 44mm wide x 15.5mm high with a screwdown 316L Stainless steel caseback, a twin-locking screwed down crown, a 120 click-type unidirectional rotational divers bezel and a water-resistance of 40ATM or 400m.



Further features include: a red or gray dial with Luminova, a Sapphire crystal with red anti-reflective coating on both sides and Luminova applied hands. The watch is powered by a Swiss made ETA 2824-1 automatic mechanical movement.



The watch comes with both black and red custom rubber divers straps with EXTático signed 316L Stainless steel buckles.



The EXTático DIVER is proudly made in Spain and has a 3 year warranty. It's price is 875Euro + shipping. Please contact EXTático for further details.



Follow the logo below to visit EXTático's current website, which is only a week away from a re-launch with a number of new and enhanced interactive features. It will also be fully mobile-device compatible and will have an online store.

ROLEX Sea-Dweller DEEPSEA André Borchers LE by BLAKEN

By TLex Either I am incredibly naïve about the current state of mens’ fashions or (more likely) there are some ladies, who have more than a casual appreciation for what are essentially ’big boys toys’, but who still feel the need to take them and for want of a better word bastardize them so that they can match their handbags! This would appear to be one such example. Here’s another . . .



This special edition Rolex DEEPSEA has been custom coated by Blaken of Germany, whose custom watches, which are typically models from Rolex or Panerai are created using two multiple-patented hi-tech procedures and coated in DLC diamond-like carbon; a complex and expensive process that takes more than 16 days to reach a stage where it can meet with their stringent demands for toughness. Blaken’s patented DLC treatment is simply called ‘DLC-coating'.



The Dial has been created by accessories designer André Borchers also of Germany. The watch is a Limited Edition of 7 pieces. For further details contact Blaken . . .

DEEP BLUE Depthmaster 3000M 2ndLook

By TLex This is possibly the world's most affordable 3000m rated mechanical wristwatch!



The Depthmaster 3000M from Deep Blue Watches is powered by a reliable Japanese made automatic movement. It features a tough, scratch-resistant Sapphire crystal, 120-click-type stainless steel unidirectional divers bezel with sapphire inlay and a manual HEV (10 o'clock).



It has water-resistance of 3000 meters, which makes it one of only a handful of dive watches in the world that are capable of such extreme water-resistance.



You can see how its water-resistance was successfully tested with a Roxer RXF 500 up to 375bar, the equivalent or 3750 meters of water-resistance. [HERE]



Specifications include: a massive 49mm x 19.5mm x 59mm (lug to lug) 316L stainless steel case with a screwdown caseback, secured with double O-rings and its screwdown crown with triple O-rings.



It comes on a 316L solid stainless steel bracelet with 26mm solid end-pieces, 26mm first link, solid pin ’n’ tube system for adjustable links with solid deployant clasp and divers extension.



It comes in a choice of six dial colors: black, blue, green, orange, yellow or white. You can see live images of my black dial version [HERE].



The Depthmaster 3000M is currently available from ShopHQ priced 680USD - that's less than 5 bucks a meter!

ENNEBI Fondale Vintage BRONZO Ref. 9700

By TLex ENNEBI will produce a limited edition of their Fondale Vintage in bronze. The limited edition of 33 pieces will be numbered from 01/33 to 33/33. The material used for the watch case will be bronze B14. This is going to be a stunner!



Liked this? Check out the ENNEBI Fondale Vintage CRONO!

• Hand-wound mechanical movement caliber ϕ 37,2;
• Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o'clock;
• Power reserve 46 hours.
• 18000 Frequency vibrations per hour;
• 17 jewels;
• Body made in patinated bronze (natural on request);
• 24 mm lug;
• Pressure and water resistant up to 300 m;
• Bronze winding crown, with identical finish of body;
• Tightness on crown secured by 2 o-rings and one energized lip seal gasket;
• Acrylic crystal;
• Dial with luminous numerals;
• Hands lume matching with dial numerals;
• Grade 5 titanium case back fixed on body by 6 screws DIN 912;
• Tightness on body ensured by O-ring gaskets;
• Self-locking, bidirectional turning bezel with resolution of 2,5 minutes;
• Precious metal index on bezel.

HUBLOT King Power 48 OCEANOGRAPHIC 1000

By TLex Finally we see HUBLOT's latest diver, the King Power 48 OCEANOGRAPHIC 1000 up close, but what more do we know about it?! Stay tuned . . .





Read up on Hublot's 4000m super watch, the Oceanographic 4000: Carbon, Only Watch, All Black Blue, Alinghi, Gold White, King Gold and Denim watches. Also see how the Oceanographic 4000 was tested for it phenomenal water-resistance.

SQUALE 101 ATMOS Ref. 2002 DIAMONDs

By TLex Try not to spit that coffee you were just sipping! Here's something a little unexpected. It's a Squale 101ATM with its bezel set in diamonds plus custom 'Lux' text at 9 o'clock. Not to everyone's taste, but it might look good on the missus!



Diamonds not for you?! Read my REVIEW of the SQUALE 1001 ATMOS.

XICORR Circle 'Garda' DIVER LE 243m

By TLex Here are the first images of the pre-production XICORR Circle 'Garda' DIVER LE.



There will be a few minor updates for the production models such as BGW9 blue lume for the hour markers and maybe the screws for strap mounting will also be updated a little.



Xicorr hope to have the watches ready for sale before the Holidays.



A charming watch with a lot of interesting details and cool [story]. Stay tuned for more soon . . .

VintageVDB pre2012 PVD Nº101

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