http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/news.php Provides articles on latest events in the watchmaking industry. en-gb Thu, 15 May 2008 04:11:41 +0100 Thu, 15 May 2008 04:11:41 +0100 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/citizen-brings-worldwide-radio-control-accuracy-to-the-skyhawk-ni-20.html The new 3rd generation Citizen Skyhawk promises a whole range of high-tech features, including but not limited to radio controlled atomic time updates from Europe, Asia and America; ensuring accurate time keeping almost worldwide. The Skyhawk is available now in two variations, stainless steel bracelet and leather strap, at the fairly modest price tag of £349 and £299 respectively. Sat, 29 Sep 2007 16:35:26 +0100 article:20 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/is-the-riva-diamond-collection-for-you-ni-19.html This beautiful new range of Citizen Watches is perfect to catch pretty much anyone’s eye in a matter of seconds. A stunning mother-of-pearl face truly grasps the magnificence of light, a perfect complement to the 24 diamond set case. Sat, 08 Sep 2007 12:48:06 +0100 article:19 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/an-introduction-to-breil-watches-ni-18.html Breil are well known designers of stylish and fashionable timepieces. Based in Italy, Breil style represents everything from innovation to seduction. Born in 1942, Breil has become a well known brand worldwide, offering similar quality and style as its D&G competitor. Tue, 21 Aug 2007 13:05:29 +0100 article:18 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/seiko-watches-solution-to-global-warming-kinetic-technology-ni-17.html This revolutionary micro technology is now present in the majority of high end Seiko Watches. The oscillating motor within the watch is used to transfer the energy from the motion of the wearer’s arm to the electrical storage unit. We decided to put the Kinetic motor to the test, find out how it ticks, and see how it performs in real life use. Wed, 08 Aug 2007 14:03:32 +0100 article:17 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/affordable-radio-controlled-watches-ni-16.html Traditionally watches rely on their own movement to record the time, unfortunately unless the movement is extremely accurate, these watches can loose the accurate time. A range of modern watches are now controlled by an external radio wave or other signal. The original radio controlled watches were expensive and would often have problems obtaining a signal. Recently as the technology powering the radio controlled watches has become more refined the price has fallen significantly, allowing an entry level radio controlled watch to be purchased for under £1000. Sat, 04 Aug 2007 14:38:34 +0100 article:16 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/watches-and-the-facts-about-water-resistance-ni-15.html It is now becoming more and more common for watches to offer some level of water resistance as standard, even when the watch is not specifically designed for diving. In this article, I will look at some of the common misconceptions about water resistance; tell you where it’s safe to use your water resistant watch and finally how to care for your water resistant watch. Thu, 02 Aug 2007 14:36:15 +0100 article:15 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/rotary-watches-company-history-ni-14.html In 1895, the Rotary brand was invented. With family at the heart of his business Moise Dreyfuss opened his factory in the city of La Chaux-de-Fonds, one of the largest cities in the French speaking district of Switzerland. Even till this very day the company claims that watch making is still “a family affair”. Sat, 28 Jul 2007 14:09:54 +0100 article:14 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/learn-how-to-measure-the-quality-of-diamond-ni-13.html Often when purchasing a diamond the different sizes, letters and names which represent these factors can be confusing. Our diamond guide covers each of the 5 areas concerning diamonds so you can be sure of purchasing your perfect diamond. The price and also the quality of a diamond usually depends on 5 different factors: the colour, the cut, the clarity the weight and the shape of the diamond. Wed, 25 Jul 2007 17:35:56 +0100 article:13 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/seiko-watches-velatura-range-giving-racers-their-edge-ni-12.html The latest creation from Seiko Watches doesn’t disappoint. Inspired by their new partnership with the International 49er Class Association, the Velatura Yachting Timer provides that important precision to give any competitor the edge they need to set them apart from their competitors. Both of the new Yachting Timers provide race specific features which are vital to ensure pole position and precise, to the second timing. Tue, 24 Jul 2007 15:41:12 +0100 article:12 http://www.firstclasswatches.co.uk/meet-the-four-faces-to-watch-from-guess-watches-ni-11.html From over 45,000 online registrations in the highly successful Faces to Watch campaign, four lucky international finalists have been selected to model a new elegant line of watches from Guess, two more than originally anticipated. In this article, we take a look at the four faces which have caused a huge buzz following the viral marketing campaign. The newly released range is expected to be in direct competition with well known brands such as TAG Heuer and D&G, subsequently expanding the Guess brand to new levels. Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:51:32 +0100 article:11