Girard-Perregaux has history dating back to 1791 and are a true manufacture, making cases, dials, and movements. In fact, other brands seek out their high quality movements as a base, such as URWERK and MB&F. Scroll down for some other great facts you might not have known. First ... Read more
In the horology world, details make a big difference in value, from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands or more. It comes down to four major areas of consideration we call the 4Q’s (qualities of): maker; rarity and exclusivity; condition and originality; and, provenance and freshness to market. ... Read more
Since his debut in Ian Flemming’s novel Casino Royale in 1953, secret agent James Bond, code named 007, has become part of the general fabric of society. Men aspire to channel him and women hope to find their own man of mystery. Everything from his bon mots and clothing to ... Read more
Whatever you think of him, James Bond persists as a force in our culture. In honor of this iconic fictional character, Christie’s presents 50 Years of James Bond – The Auction. Since our focus here on Longitude is watches, I’m pleased to announce that two models, actually worn by actor ... Read more
Dell Deaton, an expert on James Bond watches, has given us insight into an interesting and always compelling part of Bond history: what 007 chooses to wear on his wrist. I’ve asked the tough questions and Deaton’s answered with honesty, digging into the topic without avoiding the issues. In ... Read more
James Bond is big business, especially when it comes to watches. In part 1, part 2, part 3 and part 4, Dell Deaton explores the ramifications of the relationship between 007 and his timepiece. An integral part of Bond’s arsenal of weapons, they have become an important element for the ... Read more
In our continuing series about James Bond Watches (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3), Dell Deaton, one of the world’s experts on the subject, continues to let it fly on some pretty provocative questions. See how he goes about blaming me! for the idea of Rolex as the definitive Bond ... Read more
Dell Deaton in Part 1 and Part 2 talked about the alluring nature of James Bond as a character and how he became the leading expert on Bond watches. Quite an interesting specialty. Here we continue our series with Deaton weighing in on the Rolex/Bond connection and which watch he ... Read more
Last week I introduced James Bond Watches expert Dell Deaton in Part 1 of a special interview. Here Deaton continues to explain the Bond character and his relationship to watches. Why do you think James Bond is such an enduring character? You ask that question as if there’s some widespread ... Read more
Bond. James Bond. It doesn’t matter what language you speak. Say those three words anywhere in the world and you’ll be understood. Dreamed up by Ian Fleming in 1952, the character still pulses with vigor and swagger 60 years after he came to life on the page in 1953. For ... Read more