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Omega Speedmaster Super Racing: Forget the Moon. This Speedmaster Is Chasing Two Seconds.

By Brent Robillard To the moon and beyond When most of us think of the Omega Speedmaster, we think of the Moon. And fair enough. It’s a pretty tough act to follow. Few watches can claim such an extraordinary place in history, and fewer still have managed to build an identity so closely tied to a single achievement. But not every Speedmaster needs to go … Continue reading Omega Speedmaster Super Racing: Forget the Moon. This Speedmaster Is Chasing Two Seconds.

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Omega Speedmaster 145.022-76: The Moonwatch That Bridged Apollo and the Space Shuttle

By Brent Robillard A working watch I’ve always had a soft spot for the Omega Speedmaster. Not necessarily the rarest or most collectible references, but the ones that have quietly accumulated stories over the years. And when it comes to vintage watches, I’ve learned that sometimes the most interesting stories are hiding in plain sight. During my recent visit to Kaplans Auktioner in Stockholm, I … Continue reading Omega Speedmaster 145.022-76: The Moonwatch That Bridged Apollo and the Space Shuttle

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Rolex Submariner 5513: A Closer Look at a 1964 Gilt-Dial Classic

By Brent Robillard Vintage Rolex The first thing I look forward to when arriving at Kaplans each October is seeing the people. Our friends Sanna and Marlene, Daniel and Georgios, make the long trip to Stockholm worthwhile. The watches are a fairly convincing reason to stay. This year, the collection set aside for our photography included some wonderful pieces, both vintage and contemporary. One that … Continue reading Rolex Submariner 5513: A Closer Look at a 1964 Gilt-Dial Classic

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