Author Archives: Tom Mulraney

Girard-Perregaux Flyback Chronograph Monte Carlo 1973 Watch

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Tom Mulraney | 3 Comments

*Provided by contributing editor Tom Mulraney* It’s Monte-Carlo. The year is 1973.The atmosphere is electric, the scenery breathtaking and the people beautiful. All along the French Riviera expectant spectators, their breaths held in anticipation, crane their necks in the direction … Continue reading →

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Diamonds Are A…Man’s Best Friend?

Posted on June 25, 2008 by Tom Mulraney | Leave a comment

It is no secret that precious jewels have always featured in men’s high-end, luxury watches. Yet it seems that these days more and more of these jewels are finding their way onto dials, bezels and bands, as opposed to only being incorporated in the complicated … Continue reading →

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Patek Philippe – The Complication Of Time

Posted on May 10, 2008 by Tom Mulraney | 1 Comment

When it comes to grand complications, there are very few watch makers that can raise the bar quite like Patek Philippe. Yet, what really sets them apart is their ability to create pieces with timeless appeal that can actually be … Continue reading →

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Oris Regulateur “Der Meistertaucher” – Big Is Beautiful

Posted on April 24, 2008 by Tom Mulraney | Leave a comment

The polls have been counted, the results are in and the verdict…size matters! Well, at least underwater, according to Oris. The swiss watchmaker, well known for producing high quality yet at the same time surprisingly affordable diving watches, has just … Continue reading →

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Titanic DNA Day & Night – What Time Is It You Ask. At This Price, Does It Really Matter?

Posted on April 15, 2008 by Tom Mulraney | 5 Comments

Earlier this year saw the release of the incredible, yet arguably excessive, new timepiece series from Romain Jérôme, the Titanic DNA, a unique offering that uses parts of the actual ship in its construction. In what seems to be a … Continue reading →

Posted in New Watches, Romain Jerome, Watch Style