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The Iconic Omega Speedmaster That Went To the Moon

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Ever since Buzz Aldrin landed on the lunar surface wearing his Omega Speedmaster Professional, it has been an icon. On 20th July 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped on the moon safely with just 30seconds of fuel remaining.  Neil Armstrong was the first man to exit the craft and step foot on the moon, followed by Buzz Aldrin with the Omega Speedmaster on his wrist. Eventually, the Omega Professional Speedmaster became the ever first watch to be worn on the moon.  Indeed, the watch has the words ‘The First Watch Worn On The Moon’ inscribed on its case back.  Let’s today explore more about the iconic Omega Professional Speedmaster - popularly known as the Moonwatch.  Sell My Watch A Watch Made for Speed Launched in 1957, the Omega Speedmaster was famous among pilots and race car drivers. The watch sported the split second-timing chronograph function that allowed the racers and pilots to calculate the fuel consumption accurately.  A...

The New Breitling Avenger Collection Released at Los Angeles Summit

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The third Los Angeles Breitling Summit that took place two months back saw the re-launch of the aviation-inspired, sporty Avenger collection. The brand-new Avenger lineup combines the old Avenger reference style with the design elements of discontinued (supposedly) Breitling Colt.  Breitling has now launched fourteen new references, in three sizes and different case materials, colourways and bracelet options.  Here is a brief review of what the revamped Avenger has to render. Let’s take a look! Sell My Watch The New Breitling Avenger GMT Models Breitling introduced the new Avenger references in three case sizes – 43mm, 45mm and 48mm. The Breitling Super Avenger 48 is the biggest and boldest of the new Avenger lineup.  However, both the Super Avenger 48 and its Night Mission version come with COSC-certified self-winding chronograph calibre.  The Breitling Super Avenger Chronograph 48 features a stainless steel case, sub-dials at 9, 6 and 12 ...

How to Sell My Watch for Cash?

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Are you looking to sell your watch to raise some fast cash for a vacation? Or, you want to invest in a new Rolex watch? Whatever your reason might be, if you have decided to sell your watch, you may now wonder: ‘ How to sell my watch quickly and securely? ’ or ‘ where can I sell my watch for the best price? ’ With the top-notch design, upgraded technological components and precision, a luxury watch indeed falls in the troposphere of its own and also, is a valuable possession. Luxury watches of elite brands like Rolex , Omega , Cartier and Breitling tend always to retain their value with time. And, while the market for pre-owned luxury timepieces is booming, potential watch buyers often promise to pay top prices for used luxury watches in good condition.  If you want to ‘ sell my watch ’, ‘ sell watches ’ or ‘ sell watch online ’ more simply and conveniently, continue reading below: How much is My Watch Worth? When it comes to selling a luxury timepiece in ...

Omega Speedmaster Apollo 11 Limited Edition Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Lunar Landing

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Omega celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first lunar landing, releasing a gold Omega Speedmaster Apollo 11 Limited Edition watch. However, the watch is not inspired by the original timepiece that went to the moon but indeed, inspired by the one that was presented to the astronauts for the successful lunar landing. The timepiece was made of 18ct gold featuring a rare burgundy bezel and an engraving on the case back, stating: ‘to mark man’s conquest of space with time, through time, on time.’ Whether you are planning to ‘ sell watches ’ or ‘ sell my watch ’ and raise some quick cash, let’s first take a look at the new Speedmaster 50th Anniversary Limited Edition timepiece that still today remains true to that coveted design.  The 50th Anniversary Speedmaster Limited Edition Model The new commemorative Speedmaster has been fabricated in 18ct ‘Moonshine’ gold that is Omega’s patent new alloy having a paler hue than conventional yellow gold. This unique proprietary yell...

Sotheby’s Announces Special Omega Speedmasters Auction Sale

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While vintage Omega Speedmasters are becoming more valuable to collectors all across the world and Apollo 11 commemorating its 50th anniversary, Sotheby’s plans to present an upcoming dedicated Speedmaster sale on 19th July, New York. Thus, before you head out to ‘ sell my watch ’ or ‘ sell watches ’, let’s take a look at what Speedmaster references this auction dubbed ‘Omega Speedmaster: To The Moon And Black’ would represent.  Sotheby’s Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Sale The historical auction will be held on July 19th in New York. It is just a few days before the 50th anniversary of the legendary Apollo 11 mission to walk on the lunar surface. Indeed, it is now 50years since Buzz Aldrin took his first steps on the Moon wearing the Speedmaster – a moment that changed horological history forever.  However, Sotheby’s auction will have some of the most significant, expensive and rarest Speedmaster references of the world, including two reference 2915-1s. One is th...

4 Successful IWC Pilot’s Collection released at SIHH 2019

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Many people were merely looking forward to seeing what one of the Richemont’s biggest brands would launch at the SIHH 2019. This year at SIHH, IWC has released its exquisite Pilot’s collection. While it added new timepieces to the Top Gun Series, the manufacturer upgraded and launched a new Spitfire series along with a special edition ‘Antoine de Saint Exupery’ and two ‘Le Petit Prince’ models.  Whether you are looking to ‘ sell my watch ’, ‘ sell watches ’ or sell your IWC watch for cash, let’s today explore and take a closer look at the IWC’s successful Pilot collection. IWC ‘Top Gun Series’ The significant release of the IWC Top Gun collection is the Pilot’s Watch Double Chronograph Top Gun Ceratanium. This is the first Pilot’s watch of IWC that comes with a ceratanium case, developed by using lightweight titanium and scratch-resistant ceramic. The base element for the patent ceratanium is a titanium alloy that turns scratch resistant and hard after going through...

The Legendary Omega Calibre 321 is Back in Production

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The Omega Calibre 321 is regarded as the most famous vintage chronograph movement among the watch lovers. Indeed, it was the first movement that landed on the moon, and the brand’s Instagram post confirming its return caused a massive uproar in the luxury watch market . Since 1968, the Calibre 321 movement is today in production for the first time. Luxury watch brands are instantly recognisable and admired also because of the calibres powering their watches. This is one of the significant features that help the watches to retain their value with time. Thus, luxury watch owners can choose to ‘ sell watches ’ or ‘ sell my watch ’ to trustworthy watch buyers in London or anywhere in the UK and raise instant cash without any hassle. Regardless, continue reading below to know everything about the famous Omega Calibre 321.  Calibre 321 – One of the Legends in the Luxury Watch Industry The first 1957 Omega Speedmaster ‘Moonwatch’ featured the Calibre 321 that also met the de...