The first atomic clock, on display at the Science Museum, London.
Modern civilization owes a lot to accurate timekeeping and in particular, the atomic clock. As the atomic clock celebrates its 62nd anniversary this year, we take a trip down memory lane and look back at the history of timekeeping. In other news, one of the biggest announcements in the past two weeks was the discovery of Paul Newman’s own Paul Newman Daytona watch. We always knew that it was out there somewhere, so this discovery was pretty big news. Find out the story behind Paul Newman’s Paul Newman Daytona in this round-up.
Finally, no round-up would be complete without a smattering of new watches and in this edition, we have a vintage-inspired Oris Watches Homepage Replica Chronoris watch, the Porsche customizer-designed Singer Track 1, and the “entry level” HYT H0.
1. The Atomic Clock, Accurate To 1 Second Per 300,000 Years, Turns 62 Today
Knowing the right time has always been important. In earlier times, it was the invention of the marine chronometer that allowed sailors to precisely calculate their longitudinal position and successfully navigate the seas. Now, it is thanks to extremely accurate clocks that we are able to have GPS that can determine our position on Earth to an accuracy of mere meters. Take a look back at the history of timekeeping as we celebrate the 62nd anniversary of one of the most important inventions of modern civilization, the very first atomic clock.
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2. Oris Chronoris Date Watch Hands-On
Oris has been on a roll lately, coming with lots of great vintage-inspired watches like the Oris Watches Latest Model Replica Divers Sixty-Five and the Oris Divers Sixty-Five 42mm. For 2017, Oris has come up with yet another great-looking vintage-inspired watch, the Chronoris Date watch. This new watch is a modern take on the vintage Chronoris that was introduced in 1970. That Chronoris from the ’70s was a chronograph, but this is a time and date only watch – hence the name Chronoris Date. It has an attractive retro look and I’m sure it is going to be a hit like the earlier Divers Sixty-Five watches. Take a closer look at it here.
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3. Singer Track 1 is a $40,000 Watch From The Porsche Car Modifier
Unless you are a Porsche fanatic, the name Singer will likely be unfamiliar to you. Quick introduction, Singer makes some of the world’s most desirable customized Porsches. Go do a quick Google search – their Porsches are automotive works of art. Likewise, their Singer Track 1 watch doesn’t disappoint and thoroughly lives up to the high standards set by the brand. The Singer Track 1 watch, like their cars, pays homage to air-cooled Porsches of old. But more importantly, it is immaculately crafted and features a technically interesting movement from famed movement designer Jean-Marc Widerrecht. If you love Porsche, you must check out this watch.
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4. 2017 Monaco Grand Prix With TAG Heuer Watches
Like sibling Hublot, collaborations and partnerships are a key strategy for TAG Heuer. One of the brand’s newest partnerships is with the F1 Red Bull Racing team. We went to the Monaco Grand Prix with TAG Heuer and took a look at two of their watches that represent the motorsports heritage of the brand. The first is the vintage recreation of the “Steve McQueen” Heuer Monaco and the next one is the Carrera Heuer 01 Red Bull Racing Edition watch. Give it a read for an account of the race and the watches as well as a ton of photos of both.
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5. Cost Of Entry: Breitling Watches
Breitling is a popular brand among many first-time luxury watch shoppers and for good reason. If I’m not mistaken, all new Breitling watches are certified chronometers by the COSC, which therefore means they are highly accurate. In addition, many of their watches are designed to be professional instruments. In other words, they are hardy and reliable, which makes them excellent watches for everyday wear. To help our readers better understand the brand, we take a look at some of Breitling’s most affordable watches here. You won’t be able to get their iconic Navitimer unless you are willing to pay more, but that doesn’t mean you cannot get a handsome day watch that can take you from the beach to the boardroom.
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6. HYT H0 Watch Review
At Baselworld this year, HYT presented their new H0 watch, which is a visual reinterpretation of the brand’s original watch, the HYT H1. You won’t mistake the new H0 for any other watch other than an HYT, and to be honest, the differences between the two watches are actually quite subtle – both watches even have the same movement. That said, the new H0 does have a significantly different and more modern and casual vibe about it. It looks organic and fun. And personally, if I had to choose between the two, I would pick the new H0 over the H1 every day.
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Whether it’s the sponsorship of efforts for the preservation of a forgotten island or partnering with Australia’s Royal Flying Doctor Service, Swiss watch brand Oris was involved with some pretty trendy causes over the years. The Oris Big Crown D.26 Limited Edition is Oris’ newest retro-style pilot version. With a green dial and the Oris Caliber 754 pointer-date movement, the Oris Big Crown D.26 286 HB-RAG is a interesting new retro watch that will appeal to enthusiasts searching for a vintage-inspired timepiece with a great deal of character and Oris’ standing for value.In a welcome change of pace, green dials are getting more common from a lot of brands — most recently, the well-received Panerai PAM735, 736, along with 737 collection, such as. Of course, there was also Oris’ very own Divers Sixty-Five using a green dial too, among others. Personally, I find it to be an exciting trend. We have observed a seemingly endless stream of gloomy dials over the past couple of years, and as an enthusiast with quite a few blue watches, I am starting to feel a little burnt out. It appeared that all at once everybody else wanted to add a blue dial for their rotation, and manufacturers were excited to accommodate. While amazing in a lot of cases, I’m prepared to find some new tendencies emerge. Though this might seem small after a few of the recent pilot watch releases, it’s in accord with the classic theme — and there’s absolutely no lack of classic aviation influence here. Pretty much every single feature of the watch is affected by the military-green cockpit of this Dewoitine D.26 aircraft, and it’s spot on. Oris prides itself on its slim-line case and curved lugs, taking direct clues and inspiration in the Large Crown watch family that has been introduced in 1938. The case features a fluted bezel and an over-sized crown (for twisting with gloves on) — something that looks and feels fantastic against the green dial. The dial, in keeping tune with the traditional pilot watch design while scoring sway in the cockpit’s gauges, features published Super-LumiNova Arabic numerals and traditional polished nickel hands. Adding to the old fashioned inspiration is a domed sapphire crystal, and the addition of two leather straps — a dark brown or a tan. Engraved on the caseback is the D.26 airplane, along with the limited edition number.