I. Victorinox Chronopro

The Victorinox Chronopro is Victorinox's premiere mechanical chronograph. It comes is a 42 mm stainless steel case, with an open caseback that affords a view of the Valjoux 7750 movement. Screw down pushers and crown ensure 100 meter water resistance. The price is excellent for a Swiss chronograph of this quality. Read more about the Victorinox Chronopro here.

Retail $1,650, Victorinox

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The Omega Grey Speedmaster (Ref. O32332404006001) was introduced at this year's Baselworld show. It is offered in a 40 mm stainless steel case, with both polished and brushed surfaces, and for the most part, looks like a typical Speedmaster.  It is powered by the standard, yet reliable Omega Calibre 330 mechanical movement that is officially chronometer certified (COSC) and has a power reserve of 48 hours.  However, by adding a black Cordura strap and grey dial, Omega has taken the traditional Speedmaster DNA and created a more modern and sporty looking timepiece. This new look, in contrast to the more conservative designs seen on most Omegas, really stands out. And I think that is why it was one of the hottest introductions this year by Omega.

Retail $3,850

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OMEGA is a Main Partner in the Solar Impulse project, which aims to circumnavigate the globe in an airplane powered only by the sun. In this role, OMEGA is providing financial support and significant technological expertise. This venture will contribute substantially to the scientific and ecological development of alternative means of sustainable energy for the future.

The Solar Impulse Project also aims to inspire people to realize that the sun is an enormously powerful energy source which has the potential to reduce our dependence on non-renewable resources and fossil fuels.

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Introduced at Baselworld last week, these are the two new versions of the Omega Speedmaster collection, which now feature Moonphase complications. The metal bracelet version (is shown above) and the black leather strap version (is shown below).

The movement, Omega caliber 1866, is a manual-winding chronograph with moonphase, which runs at 21,600 vph (3hz) and features a Glucydur balance. Power reserve is 45 hours.

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The Apollo-Soyuz Test Project mission is remembered for its political, technological and historical significance. It was the first time that spacecraft built by different nations had docked and it signalled an era of cooperation in space which would lead to the efforts to build a permanently occupied space station.

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Last week, I had a chance to shoot some close-up photos of the new Omega Seamaster Vancouver 2010 Olympic Edition Dive watch. It comes in 36 and 41 mm diameters and is powered by a selfwinding Omega Professional Co-Axial certified chromometer movement. Its stainless steel case is water-resistance to 300 meters. A screw-down helium escape value is located at 10 o'clock. To commemorate the Winter Olympics the caseback has been engraved with "Vancouver 2010" and the Olympic rings. Olympic rings have also been added to the seconds hand. The most obvious change, though, is the red unidirectional dive bezel. Hit the "More" link below to view the full press release and 10 exclusive photos.

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The "Milestone 1941" Collector's Piece is the ninth release in OMEGA's Museum Collection.

The Museum Collection is the result of OMEGA's desire to combine the historic values of the brand with its dedication to state-of-the-art horological standards. Each year, the OMEGA Museum Collection selects one classic timepiece - it has to be more than fifty years old - and honours it with a reissue blending its design excellence with OMEGA's tradition of innovative contemporary watchmaking.

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OMEGA has announced the launch of the Seamaster Planet Ocean Liquidmetal® Limited Edition, the world's first watch to bond ceramics and Liquidmetal®.

Swatch Group researchers collaborating with OMEGA's product development team have created a striking ceramic diving bezel whose numbers and scaling, made of the Liquidmetal® alloy, appear in stunning silvery contrast to the black ceramic background. The colour of the ceramic dial perfectly matches that of the bezel. The result is an aesthetic wonder only made possible by several new and innovative processes.

The remarkable world premiere is being launched in a limited edition of 1948 pieces in honour of the year OMEGA launched its popular Seamaster watch line.

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