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Is Benrus’ New Diver the Better Ultra-Deep?

Benrus first released their Ultra-Deep in the 1960s (you’re late to the party, Omega) and it quickly became a revered watch among divers for its simple design and hardy build. Is it the prettiest ticker in the ocean? Certainly not. But its unassuming size (36.5mm) and near-Bauhaus dial design are a bit of a rare thing in the world of super compressors.

The Ultra-Deep’s extra bezel rotates an internal bezel with perfect smoothness and adds a quirky touch to the whole show, both practically and aesthetically. A Swiss-made Soprod caliber P024 provides the juice, with hacking seconds and quick date-change functionality, all of which runs unaffected to as deep as 200 meters… given you’re part of the 1 in 62,853 people who are professional divers in the world.

This release from Benrus is steel, lumed, backed by a reliable, 38-hour automatic movement and tied to a classic design ethos. What’s not to love?

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Piaget Steals the Show at WatchTime NY!

WatchTime New York 2023, one of the most anticipated collectors events of the year is taking place in a few weeks. Among the trove of pieces being showcased, is Piaget’s Polo Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin. It doesn’t take more than a brief look at this skinny beast to recognize the Nautilus influence (Fun Fact: In the watch world, “influence” = 100% copied).

Unlike the Patek though, this Piaget manages to merge even more sporty flavor with an impressive calendar complication that runs day, month, and moonphase sub-dials. And it will continue to run for as long as you and your nightma— kids live. At 42mm in diameter and a slim 8.6mm thick, the stainless steel case trumps many of its precious metal counterparts in its dimensions, practicality, and affordability. Get it on bracelet, a rubber strap, or a piece of roughly braided fishing line. However you wear this, it’ll definitely be one of the most impressive watches in your collection.

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Watch Fact

Patek Philippe made the first ever working wristwatch for Hungary’s Countess Koscowicz in 1868. They’ve had a lot of practice since then!

3-Watch Collection

3 Watch Collection: Japan Edition

A sport, dress, and everyday watch, all made in Japan. The question is ‘How big can you dream in the Land of the Rising Sun?' This week, a snowy Grand Seiko, an invincible Casio, and a wonderfully classy Credor.

Casio GMWB5000TVB1 (Sport watch) - $1,700 is like a lot for a Casio, except this isn’t your average Casio. 200m water resistance, unshakeable shockproofing, solar charging, and a titanium case make this a do-anything sports watch that’s worth every cent. This could be the hardest and most capable Casio ever made.

Credor GBAQ971 (Dress watch) - Credor, Seiko’s most under-the-radar offshoot, also happens to be their most regal. An 18k white gold case protects the 6870 hand-wound calibre in absolute style. There’s nothing mediocre about this $11,500 beauty.

Grand Seiko SBGA211 (Everyday watch) - Powered by Grand Seiko’s proprietary Spring Drive movement and inspired by the skyward-reaching Hotaka mountains, this minimal masterpiece grants its wearer an unparalleled sweep and a one-of-one dial texture for $6,200.

Total Collection Cost (USD): $19,400

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Quick Bites

• TAG Heuer and Bamford have collaborated on a striking new racer for Team Ikuzawa - a Carrera chronograph that nods to Japanese street culture.

• Gerald Genta’s latest Mickey Mouse watch, designed for the Only Watch auction, is perhaps the most sultry piece of Disney-inspired luxury watchmaking ever. An octagonal 18k white gold case houses the manual winding GG-001 movement below a hand-enamelled dial. Disney fan or not, this is a very special piece!

• Jaeger Le-Coultre have added new dial options and an updated movement to their Polaris collection. The chronographs now come in blue and grey, with a sublime lacquered finish. Beneath these lie the 761 caliber, which contains a column-wheel chronograph mechanism and a 65-hour reserve.

• Louis Vuitton has just announced the semi-finalists for their revered LV Watch Prize and there are some rather interesting timepieces on the list. Kross Studio, Behrens, Yosuke Sekiguchi, and more grace the list.

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