Monthly Archives: May 2009

May 27, 2009

What Is a Shock Resistant Watch?

Categories: Glossary & Terms, Swiss Watch Tips & Trivia

You’ve seen it advertised before: this [insert name of watch here] is shock resistant. But what does that really mean? According to the U.S. government, a watch is considered shock resistant if it can withstand an impact equal to that … Read More

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May 12, 2009

Rare Patek Philippe Sets Auction Record

Categories: Patek Philippe, Swiss Watch News

The worldwide economic recession was no where to be seen at Antiquorum’s “Important Collector’s Wristwatches, Pocket Watches, Clocks and Horological Tools” auction, held May 9-10 in Geneva. The highlight was sale of a vintage Patek Philippe’s Ref. 1436 (see photo)–a … Read More

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