Secs and the City (Jeweller)
Maybe, Baby?
With the birth of the Royal baby imminent, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's 1st child is still a closely guarded secret. No names have been suggested for the 7th in line to the British Throne, nor has the gender been disclosed. But with all the media speculation surrounding this most joyous event for the first-t...
What is the connection between a carrier bag and a wristwatch?
No, it's not a joke and in some ways it is greater than you may realise.
For some time now we have been told, nay warned, of the impact our lifestyles are having on our planet. Westminster gave us a wake up call by taxing our regular ...
BASELWORLD 2019: I was frightfully, frightfully drunk....
I was frightfully, frightfully drunk...
They say what goes around comes around, and never is that truer than in the world of fashion. The watch industry being no exception. As sure as beautifully Bregueted hands continually circumnavigate an exquisitely guillochéd dial, so too the trends of yesteryear - re-edited 2:0 st...
BASELWORLD 2019: You Say "Basel", I Say "Basle"... Let's Call the Whole Thing OFF!
You Say "Basel", I Say "Basle"... Let's Call the Whole Thing OFF!
Reflecting on my latest whistle-stop tour of the renowned 'Basel World', I realise that it is now over 30 years since my first visit there. Back then it was better known as "The Basle Fair" but, although many years have passed and there have been my...
SOLD Rolex Air-King
Another classic timepiece sold from our Pre-Owned collection, The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King. Rolex's sleek Air-King range was released in 1945 amidst World War II, and is the only model still in production from the original Rolex "Air" range. During this golden age of aviation, the Air-King proved to be favoured by pi...
Watch Of The Week: OMEGA Speedmaster Mark II
Watch Of The Week
The latest edition to our Pre-Owned Watch range is the Omega Speedmaster Mark II, one of Omegas earliest and most well-known models. The Speedmaster went on to be named Speedmaster Professional after rigorous testing by NASA and eventually they were dubbed the Moon Watch after successfully being worn by Buzz Aldrin a...
SOLD Rolex GMT Master II
Rolex's Oyster Perpetual GMT Master II is a reliable and stylish watch that was designed to measure three different time zones, two of which can be read simultaneously. The GMT range is easily recognisable by their 24hour bidirectional ceramic bezels. Honor Blackman, the glamorous actress who played Pussy Galore, famously wore a GMT Master...
Welcome to the World of Gucci
Arguably one of the world's leading designers, Gucci have well and truly taken over the fashion world. With fierce glamour and eccentric style, their fashion shows and creations have captivated the world over since its founding in 1921 by Guccio Gucci.
SOLD TAG Heuer Formula 1
From McLaren to more recently Red Bull, TAG Heuer has a close relationship with Formula 1. With both parties sharing similar aspirations for utilising cutting edge technology and pushing it to its limits. The TAG Heuer Formula 1 is the perfect example of this, with unidirectional bezel, sapphire crystal, and a screw-down crown t...
SOLD Tudor North Flag
Inspired by the timepiece worn by the British North Greenland Expedition in 1952 the Tudor North Flag has a delicate yet sporty appearance. The satin-finish to the case creates a matte effect which is complimented by the black ceramic bezel. With an approximate 70 hour power reserve, this impressive watch has an in-house manufact...
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