Thomas Kaufmann

Design and aesthetics of Alfred Dunhill watches Watches Alfred Dunhill are distinguished by their watch design elegant. They reflect theDunhill aesthetic unique. Each model is designed to be both aesthetically captivating and technically efficient. The design of Dunhill watches is a true style statement. It highlights signature visual characteristics. These elements evoke the brand’s British…

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Real User Experience: The Details That Product Sheets Leave Behind The Silicone Bracelet in Summer: The Uncomfortable Truth The standard silicone strap that comes with most models is functional — but in summer, it sticks. At 30°C and above, after two hours on the wrist, perspiration accumulates. This is not unique to Tsar Bomba, it…

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Why H. Moser & Cie is a prime target for counterfeiters H. Moser & Cie is not Rolex. Not Patek. This is precisely why it attracts counterfeiters of a certain level. The public who knows it is smaller, the points of comparison less obvious for ordinary mortals, and yet the prices are high – an…

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Who is Alexander Shorokhoff? The man behind the art of watchmaking Before talking about shops and prices, you need to understand why this brand exists. Alexander Shorokhoff was not born in a boardroom between a marketing director and a luxury consultancy. He was born in a workshop. Alexander Shorokhoff is a goldsmith and engraver of…

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Pagani models to look at first Objective: to avoid dispersion. Here are the references that “fit well” on the wrist and do the job for the price — without drowning you in 50 variations. PD-1639 “Submariner-like” The bestseller. Case ~40mm, bezel (often ceramic), NH35. Readability, presence, versatility. To check: bezel clearance, sapphire flatness, triangle alignment.…

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I threw 1,400 euros out the window. Transfer made, watch on wrist, seller evaporated. So. The rest is how I got here — and how to avoid the same stupidity. Alain Silberstein, for those who don’t know: a French watchmaker who made watches between the 80s and the end of the 2000s. Dials that look…

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Traveling with time on your wrist: why the dual time zone has changed watchmaking There are complications that arise from an aesthetic whim, and others from pure necessity. The dual time zone watch belongs to the second category. It tells the story of the rise of commercial aviation, the globalization of trade and this new…

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Why Bell & Ross attracts counterfeiters so much Before getting to the heart of the matter, you need to understand why this brand is a target. Bell & Ross is not Rolex – it is less publicized, less known to the general public – and that is precisely the trap. Buyers are often aviation enthusiasts,…

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Four buttons. No instructions. It annoys. In brief ✓ The 4 buttons are almost always: Mode, Set, Start, Reset (or equivalent) ✓ You enter the setting with a long press on Set or Reset depending on the model ✓ Start increases values, Reset moves to next setting ✓ Validate by returning to time mode via…

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Evaluate the philosophy of the major luxury watch houses Each house breathes a unique spirit into its creations. Some favor theclassic elegance while others explore very marked technical universes. Bell & Ross watches perfectly illustrate this approach dedicated to aeronautics professionals. Their clean style finds a natural resonance among lovers of precise instruments. You will…

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Tissot PRX vs Seiko 5 Sport: the real duel Two watches. Two worlds. Same budget. The Tissot PRX plays the 70s sport-chic card. Integrated bracelet. Sharpened housing. Sharp reflections. She talks about “beautiful watch”. The Seiko 5 Sportshe assumes the Tool watch / Diver style. Marked bezel. Wide needles. Dial that captures the light. Less…

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For the first time in its history, the Currency of Paris applies its know-how to the world of watchmaking. Twelve centuries of expertise in the art of coining, striking and metalworking are transposed onto a watch face. This first meeting between the Parisian institution and a watch brand gave birth to The Rooma limited edition…

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We look at the technical sheet. Massive concessions are expected. Not so much. THE Casio MDV-107 features are simple, readable, without embellishment: Stainless steel case Diameter of approximately 44 mm Thickness close to 12 mm Mineral glass Unidirectional bezel 120 clicks Screw-down crown Waterproof 200 meters Japanese quartz movement Nothing exotic. But it’s all there.…

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Key takeaways The Aigle watch embodies the style and elegance of French watchmaking A fashion accessory sophisticated combining urban design and premium quality French watchmaking know-how is reflected in every detail of the Aigle watch A timeless watch that will adapt to your lifestyle Discover how the Aigle brand has stood out in the world…

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Housing and materials, 904L vs 316L steel The metal speaks. To the eye. To the touch. L’904L vs 316L steel changes the situation on perception. The Rolex 904L captures light differently. More vivid reflections. Denser feeling in the hand. Tudor’s 316L remains robust, proven, more than sufficient for a diver. Element Submariner Black Bay Steel…

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Opinion on the Longines HydroConquest: rational? Massive. Cold. Logic. The question is simple: does the Longines HydroConquest ceramic holds its own against Tudor or Seiko? Yes. And without forcing. We’re talking about a serious Swiss diver. No vintage fluff. No unnecessary storytelling. Steel. Ceramics. An in-house movement based on a revised and muscular ETA. Point.…

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A fragment of space on the wrist In watchmaking, certain materials tell a story. Gold evokes luxury, titanium performance, ceramic modernity. And then there is the meteorite, a material literally from space. For some time now, meteorite dials have experienced a real resurgence of interest in the watch industry. Several brands have tried this recently,…

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It hits. Or it disappoints. There Aigner Trapani do not leave indifferent. In brief ✓ Asymmetrical horseshoe case, strong signature ✓ Reliable but basic Swiss quartz Ronda movement ✓ Mineral glass most of the time, sapphire rare ✓ Purchase design above all, not watchmaking performance Opinion on the Aigner Trapani Review: €500 justified? She imposes…

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In recent years, the watchmaking landscape has seen the emergence of numerous micro-brands. Some disappear as quickly as they appeared, while others manage to find a real place among enthusiasts. This is precisely the case of Venezianicoa young Italian house which is attracting more and more attention. Design inspired by Venice, serious technical choices, modern…

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There are two schools of watchmaking, those who trigger a chronograph like pressing “start” in the gym, and those who want to feel the small, clear, almost aristocratic click of a well-made mechanism under their finger. If you are here, you have already guessed that the column wheel chronograph is not a slogan, but an…

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A watch born from a real need: calculating in flight At the beginning of the 1950s, civil aviation entered a golden age: transatlantic lines, star pilots, on-board instruments which passed from the military to the general public. In this world where we live to the rhythm of flight plans, precision is not limited to time.…

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