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We get asked for advice on buying watches all year long but we can’t answer everyone. If you still aren’t sure what watches should be on your shopping list this holiday season, let’s see what the aBlogtoWatch writing team has to say. Check out the 2012 aBlogtoWatch editor’s watch buying gift guide below and see what everyone feels is worth your money.

Ariel Adams’ Choices

Casio ProTrek PAW-2000T-7

It won’t win any beauty contests but a Casio Protrek might save your life, and it is a damn reliable and handy timepiece. A perennial favorite of mine, high-function Casio ProTrek (formerly Pathfinder) watches are a must for anyone who does anything outdoors. Light, durable, and extremely reliable, these go anywhere, do anything watches are something you’ll come to love if you don’t already. I own a bunch of them and continue to lust for more. A great model is the Casio ProTrek PAW-2000T-7, which comes on a titanium bracelet. There is also the standard PAW-2000 (reviewed here) that comes in black on a polyurethane strap. As far as ProTrek models go it is very thin and also light. It has a duplex LCD screen, is atomic clock controlled with a solar powered battery, and has along list of functions that you or anyone you get this for will actually probably use. Price: $450. pathfinder.casio.com

Bell & Ross BR 126 Sport

In true Bell & Ross fashion, the “Sport” version of the newer BR 126 model is a refined looking modern watch that already feels like a classic (read the aBlogtoWatch review of this piece here). People have compared it to the Omega Speedmaster – which ironically I have listed below – but I don’t see a huge, huge similarity. Clearly, I would be happy with both. Depending on how you measure it, the BR 126 Sport is 41-43mm wide in steel, with a lovely looking case and that unique black retro looking dial compared to the rest of the BR range. On the bracelet it looks fantastic (also because the bracelet is fantastic) and inside the watch is a Swiss ETA 2894 automatic chronograph. It makes for a good daily wear with its versatile looks, and isn’t a bank balance killer with a price of $4,500. bellross.com

Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Co-Axial Chronograph

The whole point of our gift guide is to suggest watches that we’d buy, which we also feel would satisfy other people’s tastes. Among many of the watches I reviewed in 2012 (click here to read the review), the newer Omega Speedmaster with the Co-Axial Chronograph in-house made Omega caliber 9301 (9300) movement was a top pick. I loved the larger size compared to the smaller original Speedmaster, and I was joyous to review not merely the standard steel version, but Omega’s higher-end 18k orange gold model with the black enamel dial. It is a lovely mixture of class, utility, and luxury. I can’t think of too many men who wouldn’t like one. Price is $25,700. omegawatches.com

James Stacey’s Choices

Citizen Promaster PMX56-2811 Diver

The Citizen Promaster PMX56-2811 is a fantastic everyman diver. Featuring a single piece titanium case, a bulletproof Eco-Drive solar movement and an excellent bracelet with a ratcheting extension, you’ll be hard pressed to find any casual or sporting situation in which this diver isn’t right at home. Those with smaller wrists will love the 41.5mm wide case and its svelte 11mm thickness. It might look like a entry-level military style watch but it is not. Priced at $400. citizenwatch.com

Bremont BC-Solo White

The BC-Solo (SOLO) is Bremont’s entry level watch but that doesn’t mean they have held back any of the signature Bremont feature set. The SOLO features a 43mm Trip-Trick hardened steel case, a hardened AR-treated sapphire crystal, and timekeeping is managed by the COSC certified BE-36AE automatic movement. Better yet, the SOLO is now available in a crisp white dial and can be yours on a bracelet. Priced at $4,550. bremont.com

Linde Werdelin SpidoSpeed Steel

If there are chronographs and there are Chronographs, the SpidoSpeed is certainly the latter. Boasting a 44mm wide 32-piece skeleton case, the SpidoSpeed is a distinctive interpretation of the modern sport watch that is unlike anything else on the market. The SpidoSpeed runs on the LW 03 automatic movement which is sourced from Concepto and then been decorated by Linde Werdelin. The SpidoSpeed Steel is certainly not cheap but it does stand out for its futuristic design, unique appeal and proven attention to detail. Price is $13,000. lindewerdelin.com

Paul Hubbard’s Choices

Damasko DA36

While inexpensive, it isn’t cheap- and you get a lot more than you might think at first glance. The case steel is proprietary to Damasko, and at 60HRC and 52PRE its tougher and more corrosion resistant than stainless steel or titanium. Modified ETA 2836 movement (day and date moved down) with anti-magnetic casing, Viton gaskets that last longer than default nitrile, negative-pressure resistant and a unique, legible design that I quite like. At 40x12mm it’s versatile and perfectly sized. The do-it-all sport watch, below the radar. Price: $1,150. damasko.de

Grand Seiko Spring Drive Diver Ref. SBGA031

It’s one hell of an expensive Seiko, but research a bit and you’ll see why Grand Seiko is one of the most respected marques in horology. Unique in-house Spring Drive automatic movement and Grand Seiko level finishing in a 200m-rated watch tough enough for sports and daily abuse. Consider it stealth luxury. Titanium keeps the weight down to 137g for a 44x14mm case. Price: $7,600. grand-seiko.com

IWC Ingenieur Vintage Ref. IW323310

A blue-dial, retro take on the classic Ingeniuer Vintage Automatic. In-house movement, versatile style, in a limited edition of 1000. Hard to find but the limited edition of 1000 pieces blue dial is a stunner. In addition to being a very nice dress watch, the Ingenieur Vintage line is also quite resistant to shock, vibration and magnetism, making it practical to boot. Price: $8,000. iwc.com

James Lamdin’s Choices

Tag Heuer Carrera Jack Heuer 80 Limited Edition

As iconic as they come, this stunningly retro piece from Tag Heuer celebrates the life and achievements of Jack Heuer, heir to the company’s namesake and father of the original Carrera. Featuring the robust Caliber 17 movement, dial detailing reminiscent of early models, the Heuer family crest and Jack’s own signature on the case back, this chronograph stands apart in the robust Carrera lineup.

Larger than the original Carrera, the Jack Heuer 80th Birthday edition is sized at a comfortable 41mm, and is available on a bracelet or a beautiful black rallye strap with red backing to evoke the brand’s motorsport heritage. My favorite detail? The classic red Heuer logo on the dial (importantly sans “Tag”) and the awesome deployment clasp detailing.

2013 will be the 50th Anniversary of the original Carrera chronograph, so snap it up now before the limited run of 3000 pieces disappears in another bout of Heuer-Mania! See a hands-on aBlogtoWatch look at this watch here. Priced from $4900. tagheuer.com

Helson Sharkmaster 1000M

A tool watch through and through, the Helson Sharkmaster combines design elements of classic Omega divers with modern materials, movement, usability, and a price point which makes it a great choice for professional and amateur divers alike. Machined from a massive block of 316L Stainless Steel and measuring a substantial 44mm by 54mm, the Sharkmaster definitely offers a wrist presence sure to attract attention both on the dive boat and at the Tiki Bar at the end of the day.

Powered by the ever-reliable ETA 2824, the Helson makes use of C3 Lume, monobloc construction, and a large, easily gripped unidirectional rotating bezel with no-decompression markings – all welcome features in a watch designed from the ground up to be used and abused. This is a piece that begs for its first battle scars from the moment you open the box (tangling with actual sharks not recommended…).

The Sharkmaster 1000 comes with a mesh bracelet and an Isofrane style rubber strap, and with super-cool stylings evoking the PloProfs of yesteryear, the Sharkmaster is a beaut of a brute and would be welcome in my stocking any day. Priced From $900. helson-watches.com

Jaeger-LeCoultre Tribute To Deep Sea

An oft-overlooked fact in horological history, Jaeger-LeCoultre was once a leading manufacturer of serious sports and diving watches. They are perhaps known better today amongst watch collectors for their elegant contributions in the realm of haute horologie, but it’s nice to know that JLC hasn’t forgotten their heritage, and last year they unveiled the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea, an homage to their original 1959 masterwork (which has in its own right become a Holy Grail amongst dive watch collectors, with just over 100 examples known to still exist).

The Tribute to Deep Sea is available in both a US and European Edition, with different dial designs, each featuring their high-end Caliber 956 movement inside a 40.5mm case. The US edition was limited at release to 359 pieces, while the European market edition numbered 959. Roughly a year after launch, I can only speculate how many are still available – but with design details nearing perfection and a cult-like following, I’d wager not many. Just like the original, they are destined for future collectability, and it would behoove you to put one under the tree before they go all unobtanium. Yo, Santa – you hear me? Priced From $12,300. jaeger-lecoultre.com

Adi Soon’s Choices

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Grand Taile

The JLC Reverso is a watch every well-dressed man considers at some point. The classic art deco style with the familiar dimensions of the rectangular case has the kind of iconic presence that goes well with any dressy occasion. Matched with an alligator strap, this watch just oozes class, and elevates a man’s wardrobe to a totally different level.

This particular version of the Reverso, the Grand Taille, is, in my opinion the best among all the modern Reversos. Coming in at a height of 42.2mm, versus the Classique at 38.7mm, it is a good size for the modern man, while at the same time being able to sit underneath a shirt cuff where all good dress watches should reside. Also, the particular aspect ratio of the rectangle that makes up the case retains the classic Reverso shape, which is infinitely preferable from anything in the more squarish Squadra series.

Aside from looking good, and having a manufacture movement, this watch has the trademark flipping case, which is always a good conversation starter at parties. From that point, one can then begin the tale of the Reverso’s beginnings as it relates to polo and the protection of the fragile watch crystal in the 1930’s. Reverso is a high-end watch that while pricey, is still remarkably accessible. For what it can give you, an iconic design and a dress watch for life, there is no better bargain. Prices start at $7,150. jaeger-lecoultre.com

Meistersinger No.1

The Meistersinger No.1 is without doubt the purest expression of the single hand dress watch. Meistersinger of course, is the brand known for its classical design with a single hand on the watch dial.

There is something innately relaxing about telling time with a single hand. When used as a dress watch, the single hand moves imperceptibly, almost frozen at each instance that you want to tell the time. There is no moving second hand calling attention to itself, nor is there enough precision to tell the time to the exact second. In a dressy environment, these are perfect attributes, as one should pay attention to your company and the event you are enjoying rather than to the time.

For your money, you get a ton of value. Choose between the 38mm or 43mm case, both slim enough to slip under the cuff. The No.1 as shown here is powered by a hand wound ETA 2801-2 movement. If you’re the type who prefers an automatic movement, Meistersinger has you covered with the No.3, which features the ETA 2824-2 movement. For variations of dial colours, think classic. Only black, white and cream dials are available, matched with brown or black leather straps or a stainless steel bracelet. Price for the No.1 comes in at £950, while the No.3 comes is at £1,325. meistersinger.net

Alpina Startimer Pilot

Want a Big Pilot style watch but still want to be different from those who have the IWC version? The Alpina Startimer Pilot automatic is a viable alternative. If you’re an aficionado and fan of the B-uhr style first seen on the wrists of German World War 2 bomber crews, you would already know what the main ingredients are: a large stainless steel case, an onion style crown for hacking seconds with thick gloves in the cold interior of a plane, sweeping second hands to synchronise your bomb run, as well as white numbers on a black dial for outstanding legibility.

The Alpina Startimer Pilot automatic takes these ingredients and gives its own unique twist to the proven formula. The onion style crown is different from that of the IWC, being slightly more elongated. The font of the brand as well is more modern, giving the dial a more updated feel, and the case is 44mm, which should be more comfortable for those who cannot wear the 46mm IWC Big Pilot because of skinny wrists.

The best reason to go for the Alpina however, has to be the price. At £970, it is without doubt a much cheaper alternative to the IWC. How does being almost one fifth cheaper at most places sound to you? From what I can tell, the differences are minor and not overtly so that it would not provide you with as much satisfaction. The look is the same, the feel is the same, and it is one hell of a bargain if you love the Pilot style. Priced at $1,150. alpina-watches.com

Anish Bhatt’s Choices

SevenFriday P3

Yup it’s big. Yup it’s also brash. But sometimes that’s OK. At an excellent price point of sub $1,000, the P3 offers exceptional value in my eyes. No it isn’t Swiss Made, but that aside there is not much that would distinguish this from a watch 5 or 10 times more expensive! The case and dial are fantastically well made, with alternating finishes seen throughout both. The addition of sibrings rubber coating to the case (similar to the IWC Aquatimer Galapagos) brings a nice contrast and feel to the watch, and in terms of the actual presentation box and accessories…well higher priced manufacturers could learn a thing or two from these guys.

At 47mm the size won’t suit all. I do remember the days where I wore a Panerai 127 and IWC Big Pilot with no problem on my 6.5″ wrists, both of which wear much bigger due to their thickness and large crown/crown guards. Now I generally stick to the sub 45mm category, but I have no issue with these and happily wear the brand in rotation with my higher priced pieces. Plus if that dash of red doesn’t signify the holidays are coming, I don’t know what does! Price is 897.79 Swiss Francs. sevenfriday.com

Arnold & Son HMS 1

This is a bit of a left field choice in a watch world filled with so many options, but I recently had the chance to really spend some time with this watch and I absolutely love it! A beautiful classic design is something that’s hard to find fault with. At 40mm in width it’s the perfect size for formal attire and slips effortlessly under even the most fitted shirt cuff. Powered by the svelte 2.7mm thick in-house calibre A&S1001, the watch displays only the necessary hours minutes and seconds on the dial (HMS, geddit??!) and the twin barrels mean you get a very impressive 80 hours of power reserve out of a full wind. For me though the dial is stunning, and this is close to perfection in terms of a dress watch! Price is 9,990 Swiss Francs. arnoldandson.com

MCT Sequential One

I can’t help but love this watch. Mechanically it’s fantastic and a joy to watch in action. The billboard style rotating large digits combined with the dynamic minute track are so well executed, and yet the case is a wearable and comfortable in size. Though it’s far from cheap, it’s been reasonably priced in my opinion and importantly it offers true innovation in terms of an alternative way of displaying the time!

The different finishes and colour options all offer something a little different, though my personal preference is still the ‘plain’ white gold version. Denis Giguet may have left the brand but a recent takeover means there may still be light in the horizon, and whatever the outcome I do feel these pieces may one day become very much collectors items. Price is 92,500 Swiss Francs. mctwatches.com

Adam Morin’s Choices

Seiko “New” Monster SRP307K1

You’d be hard-pressed to find a line of watches more recommended than the Seiko Monster. It is widely considered one of the absolute best bargains for a mechanical watch. This line of capable divers received an update this year including an upgraded movement with hacking and manual winding, something particularly useful if this is a gift for the uninitiated. Style tweaks and new color options round out the changes but this is definitely still the Monster we’ve come to love over the years.

I dive with my Monster and actually gave one to my best man for being in my wedding. I’m partial to the black dial and stainless variation but it was with orange that the Monster truly found its legs. These aren’t commonly sold in stores in the US but are readily available online for $200 – $300 USD depending on the style and bracelet. Expect to pay a little more for newer models but it just might be worth the increase in price. Read a full review of the updated Monster here. Price around $300. seikowatches.com

Ball – Engineer Hydrocarbon DeepQUEST

It’s no secret that watch guys tend to like tool watches and divers in particular. The vast majority of high-end dive watches never enter the water but that’s not really the point. We still like knowing that our watch is capable of continual operation at extreme depths even if we never plan to rely on it in such a fashion. If it can live up to that it can certainly handle your life, right? The Ball DeepQUEST is an extreme diver for those who shun the ubiquitous Rolex. Not only is this titanium beast rated to a depth of 3,000 meters, it also offers refined styling and will look good on your wrist for a night out. Just because a watch is capable of withstanding extreme environments doesn’t mean it has to look like it.

In typical Ball fashion, the DeepQUEST is also fitted with micro gas tubes to offer exceptional night reading that won’t diminish as the night goes on. If you, or your holiday beneficiary, desire a serious tool watch without the showy coronet or Greek letter, this Ball might be in your court (sorry). Read an early hands-on of the Hydrocarbon DeepQUEST here. Price is $4,399. ballwatches.com

Zenith El Primero Stratos Flyback Striking 10th

If you follow anything watch-related then you’ve no doubt heard the Stratos Flyback Striking 10th mentioned ad infinitum due to its association with Felix Baumgartner and his Zenith-sponsored jump. Recognition by association aside, the Stratos Flyback Striking 10th is a seriously cool watch and worth taking a closer look at. Despite the debatable practicality of the Striking 10th complication, the long line of El Primero movements is one of the most storied in the business.

Kill your darlings, kill your darlings, even if it breaks up your egocentric little scribbler’s heart,” wrote Stephen King — apparently the guiding principle behind the editing process that made the new Alpina Watches New York Replica Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic — that replaces the Alpina Extreme Diver, also makes a very strong case for getting a second chance to make a first impression.Earlier from the calendar year, the newest Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic was introduced using an admittedly over-dramatic video exhibiting an ice-climber which makes his way up a mountain into a snowy, high-alpine lake, cutting a hole in the ice and falling in to get a frigid, late-night swim. Now, as divorced from reality as the theory may seem, the basic spirit of this Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 and these adventurous aspirations feel somewhat warranted through its broad-shouldered case, tasteful applications of colour, and clean, minimalist design language. It’s rare when a watch with a base-level automatic motion comes along that really turns heads, especially in one of the most hotly contested segments in most of watchmaking. But it’s even rarer if such a watch goes on to become one of this year’s most under-the-radar surprises, all from what boils down to some very simple dial and bezel swap that finally breathes new life to the Alpina Seastrong collection.

The Stratos Flyback Striking 10th houses the lauded Striking 10th movement in the well-received Stratos case while looking modern and paying homage to the original 1069 tri-color El Primero subdials. The fact that it was worn on a record breaking jump from near space is just icing on the horological cake. It may not be unique in and of itself but this watch should be sought after for years to come. Read a hands-on look at the the El Primero Stratos Flyback Striking 10th here. Price is $12,100. zenith-watches.com

Swiss Grade Alpina Startimer Sunstar Watch Japanese Movement Replica

Kill your darlings, kill your darlings, even when it breaks up your greedy small scribbler’s heart,” wrote Stephen King — seemingly the guiding principle behind the editing process that designed the new Alpina Watches Nz Replica Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic — which replaces the Alpina Extreme Diver, and makes an extremely strong case for getting another opportunity to make a first impression.Earlier from the calendar year, the newest Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic was released with an authentic over-dramatic video exhibiting an ice-climber which makes his way up a hill to a snowy, high-alpine lake, cutting a hole in the ice and falling in for a frigid, late-night swim. Now, as divorced from reality as the theory might seem, the fundamental spirit of this Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 and those adventuresome aspirations feel somewhat warranted through its broad-shouldered case, elegant applications of colour, and clean, minimalist design language. It’s rare when a watch using a base-level automatic movement comes along that truly turns heads, especially in one of the most hotly contested segments in most of watchmaking. Nonetheless, it’s even rarer when such a watch goes on to become one of this year’s most under-the-radar surprises, all from what boils down to some very simple dial and bezel swap which ultimately breathes new life to the Alpina Seastrong collection.

Alpina Startimer Sunstar Watch Watch Releases

SIHH is becoming a cloudy memory, but just in time there’s yet another Swiss watch show right around the corner that goes by the name of “Basel World” – perhaps you’ve heard of it? While there will be plenty of big reveals done during the show itself, we’re starting to get word of some of the new models ahead of time. One that’s grabbed our attention early on, is this new Alpina Watch 1950 Replica Startimer that’s going by the name, Sunstar.

Now, if you’re familiar with Alpina, you know that they’ve got quite the range of aviation watches, stemming from the fact that they supplied watches to military aviators in the first half of the twentieth century. That means it’s not much of a leap for them to come up with a new model. While I’m not deeply familiar with others in the Startimer line, I do know that the Sunstar is a sharp-looking piece.

Alpina Startimer Sunstar Watch Watch Releases

As is befitting for an aviator watch, the 44mm case is treated to a satin finish (the better to reduce reflections) and is topped with an AR-coated sapphire crystal. Under that crystal is where this watch gets its name – the grey dial with it’s sunray finish. When done properly, a sunray dial can be a sublime way to add subtle texture to a watch. You are also going to love the raised hour markers. And, when it comes to pilot watches, that’s a welcome bit of detail, breaking up the sometimes monotonous look we get from flat black dials.

On top of that dial you’ve got what’s probably my favorite bit of the watch – a whole lot of applied bits and pieces. The minute ring is applied on top (along with it’s indices), as are the large lume-filled numerals. This gives some lovely dimension to the dial, meaning that light is going to play along the face of this watch in some interesting ways.

Alpina Startimer Sunstar Watch Watch Releases

Topping it all, you’ve got a handset that’s evocative of the blades of a plane’s propellers (you know, in case you forget the inspiration for the watch). This is also where the signature red triangle makes its appearance. Rather than popping in up at the 12 o’clock orientation mark (as you might expect), it instead attaches itself to the second hand. Perhaps not a prominent placement, but I’m OK with that.

Alpina Startimer Sunstar Watch Watch Releases

That little touch of red gives a splash of color to what might otherwise be considered a bit of a monochromatic watch, given the black strap, grey dial, and satin finishing to the case. While I realize that it might not be everyone’s cup of tea, I personally rather quite like the look. It doesn’t hurt that it’s all done in the name of reducing glare, which is what you’d look for in a pilot watch – assuming you’re flying a plane. Even if you’re not, this is still quite a nice watch to sport around town. Coming in at a price of $1,495, you’ll have a watch that’s ready to fly off into the sunset, even if you aren’t. alpina-watches.com

We Buy Alpina Sailing Collection Chronograph Eta Movement Replica Watches

Alpina Sailing Collection Chronograph Watch Releases

Instead of focus on what’s different about the new Alpina Watches Malaysia Replica Seastrong Diver 300, what is the same is almost as interesting — especially when you consider that its striking new identity is constructed atop the exact same 44mm case and oversized crown of its predecessor. What is particularly nice, however, is that despite some subtle similarities between the above, not one of the new components feel derivative — almost like homage is being paid in fleeting glimpses, re-drawn from memory.

In honor of a new Alpina sponsorship that I could care less about comes a watch that I do care about. Apparently, this one is the first in a “Sailing Collection” of watches made for … Sailing. This Chronograph model is a regatta timer – a first, I believe, for the Swiss brand. Regatta timers are used for helping sailors to carefully line up their boats with the beginning of a yacht race. They are, basically, modified 10 minute countdown timers. Unless you are sailing, they are pretty much useless for anything aside from imprecise 10 minute countdowns. The good news is that they are relatively diminutive on the dial and add a fun sense of color. Plus, you get to explain to people who don’t own deck shoes what a regatta is.

The chronograph is based on a modified SW500 automatic movement that is Sellita’s take on the ETA Valjoux 7750. This one of the first times that I have seen it used and it is supposed to be a pretty nice movement. For at least the last few decades, yacht timers have often taken the form of little circles that move from one color to another as time goes down. People operating a racing boat don’t have time to look at little hands, so the circle and color system makes seeing how much time you have left at a glance fairly simple. It also leaves the dial open.

Alpina Sailing Collection Chronograph Watch Releases

The case is 44mm wide in steel and clearly has some resemblance to the IWC Aquatimer. I like the large crown and masculine, but not too massive, chronograph pushers. The watch is water-resistant to 300m which is pretty good for a diver style chronograph. One thing I don’t get is the markers on the rotating bezel. They look cool, sure, but why a navigational bezel? I mean, it isn’t totally without use, but it feels more for show than anything else. I would prefer a more standard diver’s style bezel with a 60 minute ring – a 60 minute countdown ring might be interesting, actually.

Coming in two dial colors (black or white), the Sailing Collection Chronograph will come with your choice of either a metal Milanese (mesh) bracelet or a rubber strap. I like the dials a lot but wish the hands were a bit more prominent (bigger!). Price is $2,795 on rubber and $2,995 on the metal bracelet.

Tech Specs From Alpina:

Reference: AL-880LB4V6/ AL-880LS4V6
Delivered in a special gift box with an Extreme 40 boat miniature

Movement
Automatic with yacht timer function, caliber AL-880 PVD Black coated Alpina Vertigo Watch Replica rotor

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, yacht timer function.

Case
Stainless steel case, 44 mm diameter
Sapphire crystal, see-through case back
Unidirectional turnable bezel
20 ATM Water-resistant

Dial
Black or white dial,
Large white luminous indexes
White luminous hands with Alpina red triangle signature on the second’s hand

Strap
Black rubber strap / metal bracelet / mesh bracelet

Cheapest Alpina 12 Hours Of Sebring GMT Chrono Watch Replica Watches Essentials

Alpina 12 Hours Of Sebring GMT Chrono Watch Watch Releases

2010 is the second year of Alpina Fitness Watch Replica being the official timekeeper for the storied 12 Hours of Sebring race in Florida. The manufacturer celebrated this partnership with the production of a limited edition, two-timezone chronograph creatively called the 12 Hours of Sebring Automatic Chrono GMT. The watch is strongly influenced by style elements of race cars. This concept, unless overdone like in several AP Offshores, works fantastically. The sporty, yet subtle style and quality specs of this watch appealed to me when I first received the press release but playing with the actual timepiece at Baselworld 2010 was when I really got to appreciate it.

Perhaps the most distinctive element of Alpina watches is the Extreme Avalanche cases. The big, rubber-clad crown and thick, flat bezel make are adept for a larger size case. This explains why most Alpinas today are between 45 and 48mm in diameter, and why the 42mm models are eyed mostly by women. The 12 Hours of Sebring Chronograph spans 47mm on the wrist. The shape of the case is a mix of tonneau, and pillow with a generous dose of modern, angular sculpting. The crown-protecting shoulders are indicative of an Alpina watch. On Alpina chronographs, streamlined pushers replace the shoulders. One detail of the Sebring Chrono’s PVD coated, stainless steel case that I find particularly noteworthy are the black, luminescent markings on the bezel. Overall the lines of the Avalanche Extreme give the impression that the watch is as aerodynamic as a Lamborghini.

Alpina 12 Hours Of Sebring GMT Chrono Watch Watch Releases

The 12 Hours of Sebring is an international race. American, European, and Asian automakers compete. This aspect is captured by the Alpina Watches Youtube Replica 12 Hours of Sebring GMT Chronograph by a second timezone that is displayed on a 24-hour inner bezel. Alpina takes advantage of a lucky coincidence to provide a more meaningful connection between the watch and the race. The ETA 7750 chronograph movement that powers the timepiece is configured by default to measure 12 hour intervals. This is represented on the dial by the chronograph’s hour indicator at six o’clock, which sports a symbolic red twelve. The white, photo-luminescent numeral hour markers are reminiscent of a tachometer. While I am not too strong on themed watches, the 12HoSGC does a good job at keeping the references very subtle.

Continuing with the race car parallel, the strap of Alpina’s GMT Chronograph captures the luscious and exotic interiors of luxury sports cars. The exterior shell is covered with synthetic fabric that is imprinted with a carbon-fiber-like pattern. It would be nice if some veritable fiber mesh fabric was used to achieve this effect, but if my experience with capricious coramid straps is any indication, this route may actually have been too fragile. The underside of the strap is made of naturally grained, red leather which matches the red stitching and the the numerous red details on the dial. A folding, “depolyante” clasp is fitted to the strap and decorated with black PVD and Alpina Watches Luxembourg Replica engravings.

The motion, which probably remains unchanged from the original piece from a couple of decades back and hence will probably stay hidden behind a solid steel case-back, is a Sellita SW-200 automated base motion that provides a rather short 38-hour-long power reserve. Alpina has added to it what will most likely remain an in-house-made module, which allows for the jumping hour setting of this local time, independent from the GMT and moments indication. In this manner, when you’re traveling, you can adjust just the hour hand at one-hour increments, without messing up all of other indications.What’s new for your Alpina Alpiner 4 GMT Business Timer is what Alpina officially refers to as a Pepsi colorway — a phrase generally used for watches using a red-blue colored bezel or flange ring, but many often connected to the Rolex GMT-Master II (hands-on here). Lately, Alpina has painted red the 9-17 section, to emphasize normally accepted business hours — that are proudly not at all adhered to by anybody on the aBlogtoWatch group, I can promise you.Two versions will debut the Alpina Alpiner 4 GMT Business Timer, a black and a silver plated version — kudos into Alpina for matching the colors of this date disks to the respective dial colors, admittedly a pet peeve of ours (and pretty much each experienced watch enthusiast in the world). One thing the official communication fails to inform us about is the reason why the dial now says “Ice Legacy – Believe – Preserve – Transmit” — so I went through the trouble of Googling it and learned that two polar explorers, Borge Ousland and Vincent Colliard are walking 20 glaciers to “believe, preserve, transmit the glaciers and our ancestral ice into future generations.”
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The back of the watch exhibits the Alpina AL-750 calibre movement through a sapphire crystal. The AL-750 is a modified ETA 7750 ébauche, which offers automatic winding, a 42 hour power reserve, and unbeatable reliability. The black rotor is finished and engraved at the Alpina manufacturing facilities. Alpina is very strong on finishing movements, which does not surprise me since they are a manufacture, able to build movements from the ground up. On a side note, Alpina watches are big consumers of wonderful Sellita movements, so I would not be surprised that Sellita’s new SW-500 chrono caliber replaces the 7750 in future versions of Alpina chronographs.

The Alpina 12 Hours of Sebring GMT Chrono extracts a lot of its personality from the world of sports cars, but it does so without becoming a kitschy, themed watch. Had it been released as a regular part of the Alpina line, many may not even have noticed its link to automotive racing. Like a black Audi R9 or a Lamborghini Murcielago, it captures the spirit of the racetrack in a street-ready package.

Written by Marco, who sells Alpina Watches España Replica Watches at Matt Baily.

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Ice Legacy – Believe – Preserve – Transmit.” Behold, a worthy contender for the Most Random Choice of Words On A Watch Dial 2016 Award, as featured on the Alpina Alpiner 4 GMT Business Timer. Beyond the at first baffling dial text, there actually is an intriguing and competitive, though not entirely new offering released now by Alpina, so let us take a nearer look.Alpina, if you did not know, is Frédérique Constant’s sister brand, purchased and revived under FC in an effort to offer the parent brand’s strong points — competitive pricing, layout, and quality — in a sportier package since the more tasteful styling of Frédérique Constant would not have taken well to some sporty brand new leadership. The “4” from the Alpiner 4 collection title identifies a 1938 set from Alpina (that the manufacturer says was the first “contemporary Korean sports watch”), together with the number 4 phoning to: Stainless Steel, Water Resistant, Anti-Magnetic, and Anti-Shock. Due to this, the Alpina Alpiner 4 GMT Business Timer is ISO764 compliant and can be licensed to withstand magnetic fields of up to 4,800 A/m. Last, as for anti-shock properties, the watches are certified to the ISO1413 standard.

Alpina makes sporty but classic watches. What does that mean, you say? Well, allow me to explain. The design of Alpina watches has always aroused my curiosity. While they hold themselves as makers of “wild, extreme,… Xtreme!” watches, they actually take much more influence from more simple classic timepieces. Which is an interesting concept when people are trying to push the envelope with design. Alpina seems to understand that their watches need to stay decent looking a few years from now, and build in a sense of ongoing appeal. In fact, these are watches that age nicely, as opposed being the type that capture your attention with novel looks, and then get stale with haste. Look over their collection and you will find a much softer, less brutal nature than the names of their watches might communicate. I actually just looked over their 2010 catalog and found that over 90% of their watches have the name “Extreme” in the title. This watch is one of the few that don’t. But imagine what it would look like as the “Extreme Manufacture Regulator.” Now you are talking! Actually they do have a watch called the “Extreme Regulator.”

No, this is more easy on the eyes than something “extreme.” The Manufacture Regulator here is one of many renditions of this collection that Alpina is fascinated by (meaning regulator watches). I believe that the Regulator used to not have an in-house movement, and now does (which is why “Manufacture” is part of the name). I don’t know much about the movement actually, aside from the fact that they make it. I have a feeling it is based on another type of movement with Alpina’s special treatment for the dial and the addition of the automatic winding system. The back of the watch is actually what drew me to this piece.

Kill your darlings, kill your darlings, even when it breaks up your egocentric little scribbler’s heart,” wrote Stephen King — seemingly the guiding principle behind the editing process that designed the new Alpina Watches Alpiner 4 Replica Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic — that simplifies the Alpina Extreme Diver, also makes a very strong case for acquiring a second opportunity to make a first impression.Earlier from the year, the newest Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Automatic was released with an authentic over-dramatic video exhibiting an ice-climber making his way up a mountain into a snowy, high-alpine lake, cutting a hole in the ice and falling in to get a frigid, late-night swim. But as divorced from reality as the concept may seem, the fundamental spirit of this Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 and these adventuresome dreams feel somewhat warranted through its broad-shouldered case, elegant applications of color, and clean, minimalist design language. It is rare when a watch using a base-level automated movement comes along that truly turns heads, particularly in one of the most hotly contested segments in all of watchmaking. Nonetheless, it’s even rarer when such a watch goes on to become one of the year’s most under-the-radar surprises, all from what boils down to some simple dial and bezel swap which ultimately breathes new life into the Alpina Seastrong collection.

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The movement is really quite nice, and I love the unique style of automatic rotor that Alpina places in the watch. A little visual trick making it look asymmetrical when it is actually balanced. The rotor is further in polished black steel, against a decorated movement surface. Note the blued steel screws, and the large balance wheel (which makes me think UNITAS). It is a sweet movement and a worthy visual to the “Manufacture” promise. Nice work on that Alpina.

Alpina likes large watches as much as I do. But this is a big watch at 46mm wide. It even wears large due to the cushion style case design. The surface of the steel is a mixture of polished and brushed surfaces while the bezel is PVD black with Alpina triangle style screws. The sport message is there, while the theme is not over done with loads of contrasting colors, angles, and surfaces. Emphasis is almost entirely on the round dial. Under the sapphire crystal the oh-s0-bold dial looks at you with its novel appearance.

Large, applied Arabic numerals in brushed steel inhabit the face while you search to make out how to read it. This watch is in fact not a traditional regulator. Regulator watches have the main dial for the minutes, and two subdials, one for the hours and one for the seconds. This watch has no seconds subdial. The subdial below is for the date. In the review video I mentioned how there would have been room for another subdial that could have been used for the seconds – I still feel that would have been an excellent design decision.

Honestly, I can not argue with what Alpina has done together with the Startimer Pilot Automatic. Sure, you will find more striking watches with air borne styling although not many come close when you take into consideration the list of attributes on the Alpina. You’re getting a trusted Swiss motion in a Swiss created package with a tastefully completed pilot remedy for a cost of about $1,000, which is a sweet place for many collectors and general buyers alike. In a watch world of ever increasing choices, together with micro brands nipping at the heels of leading players, Alpina have survived and thrived by producing value propositions like the Startimer Pilot Automatic. Alpina have mastered the craft of taking a number of their high end design thoughts of bigger manufacturers, sending them throughout the Alpina mixer, and releasing them at costs regular people can actually afford. Despite my minor issues, for me, it’s a concept which really takes off.Keeping that the Alpina Startimer Pilot Automatic faithfully attached to a flight-suit, or in most cases, your wrist, is a thick black leather strap with contrasting white stitching, that’s exactly the exact same regardless of which of the four versions you choose. No word about a bracelet has been yet announced. As mentioned before, the Alpina Startimer Pilot Automatic AL-525 is offered in four variations; stainless steel with a black dial, stainless steel with a white dial, a polarizing increased gold plated version with a white dial, and a “titanium coloured” model using a dark grey dial. The two steel versions will retail for $995 whereas the increased gold plated and ceramic versions will probably come in at $1,295 and $1,050 respectively.
The sides of this case and bezel display some wonderful satin and high-polished finishes that provide a sharp contrast to this vibrant anodized bezel insert — in this case, red. Alpina was advisable to keep matters classic using an aluminum insert rather than following the ceramic trend — that could have felt considerably out of location here.The bezel itself has a crisp, satisfying rotating activity with zero drama. Its borders are not super grippy, but with a pair of serrations every ten minutes, there is more than enough to grab, even with wet fingers. There are 12 raised, glowing hour markers applied on the bezel insert, with the first 20 minutes also being luminous — an unexpected touch. But it would have been a nicer surprise when the lume on the dial and hands were as fantastic as the lume on the bezel, but that is a minor nitpick — this ai not a Panerai, after all.

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While the dial is fun, it is not something I personally would want to look at daily. But on certain days it hits the spot. One other change I would highly recommend Alpina Watch Ranking Replica to execute is the treatment of the subdial rings. The hours subdial is overlapped by the date subdial, and the intersection looks awkward. It would have been better for the dials not to touch, of if they did, not have one eat up the other dial, leaving too much visual gap. It isn’t a big deal by any means, but something my trained eye picks up. In the end, the visual contrast of the red, black, and brushed steel are make the dial fun and unique. The watch calls a lot of attention to itself, and does so in a refined way that doesn’t scream “what is that?!” I have to say that this piece does get a fair number of compliments. Oh, and I really like the design of the hour and minute hands.

Reading the watch in the dark is a bit tough. While the hour and minute hand have good lume on them, the markers don’t. So unless you are really used to the dial, it won’t be super easy to read the minutes and hours in the dark. At least not for me, as I like having at least a few of the hour markers lit up with lume.

The watch crown is large and comfortable. It has textured rubberish insert and is large in diameter. If this watch wasn’t an automatic and only manually wound, it would be really nice to operate. The side of the crown has a cool looking Alpina red triangle logo motif in it. Wearing the Manufacture Regulator is an enjoyable experience. Actually, the watch is too large on me, but the large, flat underside of the case makes it so that it doesn’t slip around my wrist. With a smaller strap it would be more snug, but I do have small wrists. The case is also 200 meters water resistant.

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Alpina matches the watch to their thick black rubber strap. It features one of those nice “tuck-under” deployments where the excess strap is hidden from view. The push-button deployment is really cool looking actually (and works well), certainly a selling point of the watch. On outside of the strap you’ll find “Alpina Geneve,” and inside the strap you’ll find “Alpina” written engraved in the rubber again and again as a repeating patten texture – a nice touch.

Price for the watch is a strong point. With a manufacture made movement, this Swiss watch retails for $3,750 (Ref. AL-950BR4AE6). The watch can be fun, and offers a type of style you can’t easily find elsewhere. Alpina Watches 2015 Replica watches are actually popular in Europe. Do they have a solid formula for US appeal? I think so. Not with every model, but they have enough well-priced Swiss sport watches (with a classic soul) to leave many people satisfied. What is their top of the line model? Funny you should ask, it is the $52,500 “Extreme Tourbillon Regulator Manufacture.” alpina-watches.com

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WTF Alpina? Seriously, is this a joke? Does this watch suffer from hereditary dwarfism? Can you even call a 44mm wide watch a dwarf? Oh, I am sorry, I meant “little watch.” No, the watch is the right size, but the hands, those sad pathetic looking hands, are shrunken at the least. Look at them looking all sad? Even the chronograph subdial hands feel bigger.

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Ice Legacy – Believe – Preserve – Transmit.” Beyond the at first baffling dial text, there really is an intriguing and aggressive, though not entirely new offering released today by Alpina, so let us take a nearer look.Alpina, if you didn’t know, is Frédérique Constant’s sister brand, purchased and restored beneath FC in an effort to offer the parent brand’s strong points — aggressive pricing, layout, and quality — at a sportier package since the more elegant styling of Frédérique Constant wouldn’t have taken well to a sporty new direction. The “4” from the Alpiner 4 collection name refers to a 1938 set from Alpina (that the brand says was the very first “contemporary Korean sports watch”), together with the number 4 calling to: Stainless Steel, Water Resistant, Anti-Magnetic, and Anti-Shock. Last, as for anti-shock possessions, the watches are certified into the ISO1413 standard.

I have no clue what Alpina was thinking when their designer approved the hands on this Startimer Classic Automatic Chronograph watch. More like TinyTimer. This is exactly the type of crap that pisses me off. This watch makes me want to yell obscenities. Everything else about this watch is fine if you are going for that retro chronograph watch look – but those hands, what the hell is up with those stupid tiny hands? This isn’t just a mistake, this is horological abuse.

Do I need to even explain to anyone why or how the hour, minute, and chronograph seconds hands are small beyond excuse? Maybe this is a joke. Maybe Alpina is just messing with me. I can see them in Geneva giggling like 7th grade pranksters. “E-mail it to Ariel, make sure he thinks it is serious! Huh hu, he is gonna flip!” It wouldn’t be the first time…

In addition, the Alpina Electronic Watch Replica Startimer Automatic’s width of 44mm at a relatively thin 10.7mm could be a challenge for all those with smaller or rounder wrists although I understand why the opinion is a bit large as dimensions is another important facet of a pilot’s eye. Think about the popular IWC Big Pilot in a whopping 46.2mm or some true classic military pilot watch like the Laco B-Uhr at a now unwearable 55mm (designed to be worn over a flight-suit) and the Alpina begins to look like a more reasonably sized choice with just enough heft to allow you to know it was designed with aviation heritage in mind.When you are talking about a completely featured Swiss made watch at a cost point such as that of this Startimer Automatic, you hope to wind up with a somewhat less impressive movement to supply some economies but in this circumstance, the Alpina AL-525 quality gets the job done. Although it’s basically a base grade ETA 2824-2 having an Alpina rotor, the 38-hour power reserve AL-525 is precisely the right type of movement for the soul of the watch and enables the extremely approachable price of entrance. When you get right down to it, a pilot’s watch takes little more than a precise and powerful movement and also the ETA 2824-2 has had that exact standing for decades. Servicing is also easy with such a ubiquitous caliber and some other competent watchmaker should be able to keep it in form. One thing I want to mention that I really like is the large crown, which will be a wonderful tapered design.
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In addition, the Alpina Watches Frederique Constant Replica Startimer Automatic’s width of 44mm in a comparatively thin 10.7mm might be challenging for those with smaller or rounder wrists although I understand why the opinion is a bit big as size is another important facet of a pilot’s eye. Consider the popular IWC Big Pilot at a whopping 46.2mm or a real classic military pilot’s watch such as the Laco B-Uhr in a now unwearable 55mm (designed to be worn over a flight-suit) and the Alpina starts to seem like a more reasonably sized choice with just enough heft to let you know it had been equipped with aviation heritage in mind.When you’re talking about a fully featured Swiss made watch at a cost point such as that of this Startimer Automatic, you hope to end up with a somewhat less striking movement to provide some savings but in this circumstance, the Alpina AL-525 caliber gets the job done. Although it’s essentially a base grade ETA 2824-2 having an Alpina rotor, the 38-hour power book AL-525 is precisely the right type of movement for the spirit of the watch and enables the extremely approachable price of entrance. When you get right down to it, a pilot’s watch takes little more than a precise and robust movement and also the ETA 2824-2 has had that precise reputation for decades. Servicing is also easy with such a ubiquitous caliber and some other competent watchmaker ought to have the ability to keep it in form. One thing I want to mention that I love is the large crown, which is a wonderful tapered design.

The watch dial even has a pulsograph for measuring pulse. Pretty worthless with those hands. The chronograph seconds hand only goes so far as the start of the hour indicators. WHY?! Screw it, I don’t even want to be nice or attempt to figure this out anymore. If you are the person who designed this dial then please never be in the same room with me. You not only embarrass an otherwise decent brand, but you display with incredible clarity just how inept you are a watch or industrial designer. Go back to making dollhouses. Repugnant. This watch gives me vertigo and makes we want to give up analog watches altogether and buy a digital Casio.

If you haven’t had enough short-handedness or simply don’t get the point of what I am saying, click over here for more.

P.S. Had I not been so overtaken with the teeny tiny hands I might have also commented that as a chronograph watch this piece appears to have no chronograph pushers as well!

UPDATE: Alpina Watches Frederique Constant Replica figured out the problem and “fixed” the Startimer Classic Chronograph. After all has been said and done here is the piece you’ll be able to buy. All cleaned up and pretty:

Maybe best known for their Seastrong diver’s collection and their Startimer pilot’s watches, Alpina have, in the last few years, branched out by producing their own manufacture calibers as well as their very first smartwatch. But, Alpina’s core power remains their ability to generate high quality casual and sports watches at far more available prices than most of their larger Swiss relatives. We have covered Alpina’s outgoing Startimer pilot watch collection before right here, and earlier this year Alpina introduced an upgraded Startimer collection, the Alpina Startimer Pilot Automatic Al-525 watch, a 44mm tool watch that we go hands-on with here.Taking even a brief glance at the Startimer Automatic, it’s clear to see that Alpina are tipping their hats into a number of the excellent military and pilot’s watches previously. On the dial, oversize applied luminous numbers for hour markers alternative with big rectangular luminous indices at twelve, three, six, and nine which all sit inside of a printed ring graduated at one-minute periods and labeled at five-minute increments. Taken together, the dial elements very intentionally provide the aviation instrument feel. The dial itself, and really the watch, are available in four different variations; black, white, white with golden accents, and a kind of dark grey. A red rectangle, a Alpina signature, sits prominently at the top marking the sixty/zero minutes position.

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The glowing hands are a slim, curved sword design using a stick seconds hand which once again features the reddish Alpina Watches Youtube Replica triangle, this time as a counterweight. Dial printing of this Alpina logo and signature is big, though given the 44mm case and ample dial property, it isn’t overpowering. All in all, the dial is effective and appealing. One of the key elements of any pilot’s opinion is instant legibility and the Startimer Automatic has that in spades given its clear and clean layout. Some might take offense at the replica of Alpina’s triangle that appears no less than three times from the dial and hands but, quite frankly, that is simply how Alpina rolls and you see their logo everywhere in their own collection. The inclusion of an anti-reflective sapphire crystal ensures unfettered viewing of the dial despite variable lighting conditions.Moving into the circumstance, which can be 44mm by 10.7millimeters in dimension with a brushed finish and a very minimal utilitarian layout, we see again how Alpina are paying homage to significant pilot’s watches of times long ago. Absent are any intricacies in alternating finish or complex case shapes or bevels. The instrument watch feel is evident here and gives the watch a no-nonsense aesthetic that plays into the pilot’s view idea. A simple but neatly engraved case back increases the pragmatic idea. A minor issue for me is the use of case plating on two of those four variants of this Startimer Pilot Automatic. While I know the drive to produce a “golden” and a “titanium” variant, I believe that the notion of case plating is a bit distasteful for some who know this plating can easily wear off with use, especially on a tool watch.

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This year, like many years before it, has brought many new Alpina mens replica watches to the world — from a fascinating new 36-mm Tudor, to a new look for the Rolex Daytona, to a revision of the IWC Pilot’s replica watch series, to a new case shape in Cartier’s vast collections. And this year, like many years before it, replica watch manufacturers have continued to push replica watchmaking mechanics and designs forward in their efforts to cater to consumers’ preferences — and one element of this forward movement, somewhat ironically, is plainly a pronounced influence from the designs of the past.
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This is the sentiment held by Alpina CEO Guido Benedini when I met with him recently to discuss the acquisition of his brand’s parent company, Frédérique Constant, by the Japanese brand Citizen (which you can read more about here). He expressed his own appreciation for vintage replica watches — and how as a whole each year more and more people seem to be interested in buying a replica watch with a history. It’s for this reason that he has in the past year developed a number of different historically inspired replica watches, including the piece we will be focusing on today: the Alpina Seastrong Diver Heritage Replica.

This unorthodox-looking replica watch, released early in 2016, is based heavily on a piece released by Alpina 50 years earlier, the Alpina “10.” This historical replica watch was developed in partnership with Ervin Piquerez SA (EPSA), the first brand to patent this replica watch’s “Super Compressor” case design. This new design, partly developed in response to Blancpain’s patent at the time on the unidirectional bezel, promised to better secure the replica watch from water damage with correspondingly deeper diving depths and higher water pressure to better clamp the two sides of the case together. Along with Alpina, many other brands — such as Wittnauer, Hamilton, Enicar, Bulova, and plenty of others — also produced this style of replica watch alongside EPSA.

Eventually, as Blancpain’s patent ran out and replica watch technology improved, the “Super Compressor” style went out of fashion in favor of the more popular outside-the-case unidirectional bezel. But, as today’s appreciation for vintage styles have only continued to grow, Alpina has developed this replica watch to pay homage to its 50-year-old predecessor.

This modern timepiece has a 42-mm steel case water-resistant to about 300 meters and has two screw-down crowns — one with a traditional waffle pattern at the 2 o’clock position, and the other with the Alpina logo at the 4 o’clock mark. Powering the replica watch is the automatic Caliber AL-525, based on the Sellita Caliber SW 200, which has an approximately 38-hour power reserve — an attribute that suggest daily wear. On the dial is a black- or navy-colored outer rotating 60-minute counter, while for the inner section you have the option for either a silvered white or sunburst black dial. Indicating the time is a stick hour hand, an arrow-shaped minute hand, and an interesting pointer for the sweeping seconds hand that moves over the non-traditionally placed date indicator at a sub-3 o’clock position. If you are on the hunt for this piece, it is normally priced around $1,700.

This modern replica watch does share some obvious similarities to both the Alpina “10” and other vintage “Super Compressors,” with — of course — a few modern changes. The first thing to notice is the change in case size: historically, the options were either a 36-mm or 41-mm case. The 42-mm size of today’s replica watch is a bit larger and more in-line with the sizes Alpina has offered throughout its contemporary collections. Also, the choice of a leather strap instead of a metal bracelet or rubber strap, while in line with the vintage “10,” is different from most “Super Compressors,” especially as these are replica watches specifically designed for high water contact during diving. Other changes to note are in the more modern finishing overall and higher quality of materials on the modern replica watch as compared to the “10,” and the smaller, more refined crowns on the side of the modern replica watch.

As similarities go, there is much more common ground between the historical and modern replica watch than there are differences. This is seen in the dial colors, the choice of hands, the overall shape of the case, and of course the “Super Compressor” inner rotating 60-minute counter. Even some of the more subtle characteristics of the vintage model are evident on the contemporary model, such as the waffled crown, slightly non-squared date indicator, and the double-tick hour markers at both the 6 o’clock and 9 o’clock positions.