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Skagen Watches best prices. We have all the latest models on sale now.

2010-08-05T16:09:00.001+01:00

The complete range of superb Skagen watches for ladies and men on sale now at Designer Watches and Jewellery.

We can supply any watch in the Skagen range, discount prices and free delivery in the UK.

Skagen watches are quality tested at every stage of manufacture and come with a 3 year worldwide manufacturers warranty.

Order safely at our online shop Designer Watches and Jewellery

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Comparing Fine Wine to Swiss Watches, and cheese.

2010-08-05T15:49:00.001+01:00

Jean-Claude Biver, CEO of Hublot, discusses his passion for collecting, and drinking, fine wines, and cheese making.

" He said he collects it for the creation of emotion, the creation of pleasure, so the wine is much more than simply drinking a liquid. "That's what excites me," he said. "I like the additional value. It's like a watch. You do not need a watch to tell time anymore. You can do that on your cell phone, your iPad, your computer. You buy a watch for emotional reasons, for the status it represents."
Okay, I can buy that -- but why the cheese? He explained that every watchmaker in Switzerland started making cheese long before they made watches.

Margie Goldsmith - The Huffington Post

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Calvin Klein Bangle KJ35AB0101. Special offer price £45. Save 40% on RRP.

2010-08-05T12:45:00.001+01:00

Calvin Klein. Jewellery Bangle KJ35AB0101 Begin. Stainless steel, polished, Only one left. Size small.

Save 40% on RRP.
This is the only one we have left in stock and as far as we can tell the only one left on sale in the UK. When it's gone, it's gone.
So be quick if you want a stylish stainless steel bangle from Calvin Klein, one of the most respected of designer labels.

CALVIN KLEIN CK JEWELLERY- unique jewellery for unique women

Calvin Klein CK Jewellery is the product of an inspirational challenge to the creative teams in Biel and New York.

CK Jewellery features clean lines and the characteristic curved metal surfaces that make for a sexy but simple design aesthetic.

Materials used are hypoallergenic steel.

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New Police Watch Fuel 11289JSTU/61M. Special offer price £84

2010-08-04T17:20:00.001+01:00

This is a special one off sale of this superb Police Fuel Watch. Save 40% on RRP but be quick, we only have a few left and when they are gone there will be no more.

Police Fuel watch 11289JSTU/61M available now from The Watch and Jewellery Shop. £84.00

Police have done it again with this extraordinary Gents 11289JSTU-61M Watch? Featuring a Gun dial and accurate Quartz movement. The casing is made from tough Stainless Steel and the bracelet is Stainless Steel. This Police Watch also features a Date function and comes with a Police manufacturers warranty, packaging and instructions.

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Breil Designer Watches at discount prices

2010-08-04T13:01:00.001+01:00

The Designer Watch and Jewellery Shop is currently offering 18% discount on the complete range of Breil Fashion Watches

Since 1942 Breil Watches has been the only brand of glamour watches to boast a strong Italian character. Accurate designing and technical excellence have created seductive collections distinguished by avant-garde models.

Irresistibly unisex, Breil watches are both male and female to the core. It is impossible to part with these essential, ironical and unconventional Breil watches.
Free UK shipping on Breil Watches.
Insured delivery Plus £5.00 Subject to stock availability

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Jersey Pearl Jewellery now on sale at Designer Watches and Jewellery

2010-08-03T17:46:00.001+01:00

Choose from a fabulous range of pearl jewellery, pearl necklaces, pearl bracelets, pearl drop earrings and pearl stud earrings.

Perfect for every occasion, this stunning new collection blends high quality pearls with a strong sense of style and value.

You want the best, so Jersey Pearl assures that all their pearls are real, that they have never been dyed and are CarbonNeutral.

As pearl specialist for over 25 years Jersey Pearl offers the ultimate reassurance giving you the confidence that whatever you choose will suit your lifestyle perfectly.

25 years running the UK’s largest pearl showroom have helped Jersey Pearl learn where to get the finest quality pearls to make pearl earrings and pearl necklaces. Pearls are sourced directly from farmers and every pearl has ‘Excellent’ lustre (the shininess of a pearl), which is the highest level on the GIA’s pearl grading system. We believe that it doesn’t matter how big or small a pearl is, so long as it has excellent lustre and a clean surface then it will make fabulous pearl jewellery. All Jersey Pearl jewellery, from a pair of Freshwater pearl stud earrings to a Tahitian pearl necklace, is guaranteed for a year and will arrive beautifully packaged.

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Accurist 'Charmed' wrist watch for jewellery beads launched

2010-07-22T15:57:00.001+01:00

Hello

The jewellery bead bracelet phenomenum has just taken a new twist. We are now able to supply the Accurist 'Charmed' watch which can accomodate beads from the major bead suppliers. They are a great gift for those wanting to begin wearing a bead bracelet or for those wanting a new way to showcase their bracelet bead collections. The added advantage, of course, is that you can tell the time as well! Why not take a look on our new revamped website:

www.designerwatchesandjewellery.co.uk.

Regards

Michael Strutt

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New ck glam watch

2010-03-18T12:36:00.001Z

Introducing CK glam. This glamourous watch collection is inspired by transparency, purity and the essence of fresh design. Destined to be this season's must have fashion watch, ck glam is available in a black, white,beige and light grey dial. Already dubbed the "ck fly" of 2010, ck glam is the talk of the town and demand for the collection is high.

Available soon on this website.

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A Watch A Day Christmas Offer

2009-12-09T10:14:00.001Z

This offer has been extended for one more day. We are offering this fantastic 80's inspired digital Mens Black Dice Guru
watch for the amazing price of £65, a reduction of more than 20%. It comes
on a black genuine leather strap with a stainless steel case. Custom
developed LED coloured display, digital date and time, alarm and 50m water
resistant. Comes with full authenticated paperwork.

http://watchandjewellery.co.uk/shop/-c-14_25.html

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A Watch A Day Christmas Offer

2009-12-08T16:02:00.001Z

We are offering this fantastic 80's inspired digital Mens Black Dice Guru watch for the amazing price of £65, a reduction of more than 20%. It comes on a black genuine leather strap with a stainless steel case. Custom developed LED coloured display, digital date and time, alarm and 50m water resistant. Comes with full authenticated paperwork.

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A Watch A Day Christmas Offers

2009-12-07T14:22:00.001Z

We are offering this fantastic ladies Hot Diamonds Cuff watch for the amazing price of £95, a reduction of more than 35%. It comes on a charcoal leather cuff and with full authenticated paperwork.

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Ice Watches

2009-11-10T10:41:00.001Z

This new, exciting watch brand is now available. Ice watches come in a range of vibrant colours and have plastic or rubber straps and are waterproof to 50 metres. They are taking the fashion watch market by storm and make the perfect Christmas gift. Orders can be placed on our telephone order line 01775 714900. The watches will be live on the website very shortly.

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A new face for police watches

2009-10-12T16:49:00.001+01:00

Police watches - looking for a new face:

David Beckham and George Clooney have been ambassadors for Police watches but in an attempt to get closer to their consumers and allow unknown people to represent the brand, Police watches will soon stylishly be seen upon the wrist of one lucky individual in a new grand and glamorous advertising campaign. Police have been taking submissions from people all over the world who have entered the 'Are Younique?' promotion. This will eventually see 60 individuals undergoing scrutiny by a panel made up of Police representatives who will then chose one lucky winner to become the new face of the brand. It is great to see that Police recognise that despite people aspiring to look like celebrities and using products as a way of replicating their style, by opening up this opportunity to the public it will only help to further raise the profile of Police and allow consumers to identify with the brand on a more personal level.

Police watches are always a brand to be seen in due to their timeless and chic appeal.

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Amazing Skagen watch story

2009-10-06T13:42:00.001+01:00

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Skagen watches appear to have a higher level of waterproofing than they claim! I am not altogether surprised as they are very well made and surprisingly durable for such a stylish and minimalist watch. They are of course available from us.

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Fossil photo competition

2009-09-22T13:15:00.001+01:00

View some great fossil watches on our site and enter the Vintage Revival photo competition as well.

http://registration.fossil.com/uk/vintagerevival2009/?utm_source=sitefooter&utm_medium=online&utm_campaign=vintagerevival2009_uk

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New Breil watches

2009-09-21T16:15:00.001+01:00

Lots of new Breil watches are now on the site. The case quality is superb and they represent excellent value for money. Take a look.

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Skagen Watches at discount prices. We have all the latest models on sale now.

2009-09-03T11:17:00.001+01:00

The complete range of superb Skagen watches for ladies and men on sale now at The Watch and Jewellery Shop.

We can supply any watch in the Skagen range, discount prices and free delivery in the UK.

Skagen watches are quality tested at every stage of manufacture and come with a 3 year worldwide manufacturers warranty.

Order safely at our online shop http://watchandjewellery.co.uk/shop/-c-245.html today.

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Calvin Klein Watches at discount prices. We can supply any Calvin Klein CK watch currently available in the UK

2009-08-24T12:04:00.001+01:00

Calvin Klein Watches

CALVIN KLEIN CK WATCHES- unique watches for unique men and women

Calvin Klein CK Watches are a statement in fashion with unmistakable fluid organic lines with sensual and integrated curves.
CK Watches reflect a close cooperation between Calvin Klein the designer, in partnership with Swatch the largest manufacturer of the finest quality Swiss timepieces.
CK Mirror CK Suspension CK Flash CK Dress CK Smooth CK Bold CK Ray CK Horizontal represent the ultimate unique designer watches.
High quality Swiss made quartz mechenism. Hypoallergenic 316L stainless steel cases. Casebacks are engraved with CK logo, watch model number, water resistance etc. The watch crown is branded with the CK logo. Bangle bracelets are stainless steel. Some models have a PVD surface treatment as an alternative to gold plating. CK watchstraps are primarily calf leather with traditional pin buckles.
2 year manufacturers guarantee. CK watches come in a Calvin Klein presentation box. The majority of CK Watches are water resistant to 3 atm.
We can supply any Calvin Klein CK watch currently available in the UK. If the CK watch you want is not illustrated here please contact us

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Breil Eros BW0309 gents watch at a fantastic price of £160

2009-07-30T13:49:00.001+01:00

This rose gold gents watch is one of the most popular and stylish in the Breil range. It is a full chronograph with a screw down crown that gives better waterproofing characteristics.

Quartz analogue movement
Chronograph stopwatch accurate to 1 second
Wooded effect dial with Rose gold plated batons

Rose gold pvd plated stainless steel case

Rose gold logo Breil buckle
Screw down crown
100m water resistant

Breil 2 year manufacturers guarantee

Breil box

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Special one off D&G dw0284 £99 watch offer

2009-07-24T12:17:00.002+01:00

D and G watch. String DW0284 A great ladies watch for the summer. Stylish and elegant from a brand that turns heads. Watch Information
Brand Name:	D&G Dolce & Gabbana
Model number:	DW0284
Part Number:	DW0284
Case material:	Stainless Steel
Case diameter:	28 millimeters
Band material:	White Strap
Dial color:	Polished stainless steel silver-tone case, White
Movement:	Quartz
Water Resistance	30 Meters
Warranty Type:	Manufacturer

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Too many spares in the garage?

2009-07-22T13:44:00.001+01:00

Now my garage is full of all sorts of clock and watch bits but for how much longer?

http://newslite.tv/2009/07/21/style-your-garage-my-other-car.html

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Mondaine EVO watch.£95. Special discount price. Limited offer.

2009-07-17T09:47:00.001+01:00

Mondaine special offer Evo gents watch. Available now from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

For a limited period we are running a special offer on the iconic Mondaine
Evo watch, the official watch of the Swiss Railways. With clean lines and a
clear dial, it has a slightly domed face with a magnifying effect. The
larger dial with its bold hour and minute lines, combined with the
distinctive hands produce a graphically clear and legible overall effect.

a.. Gents Evo Watch Details:
b.. Category: Official Swiss Railways Watch Evo Collection
c.. Movement Function: Time
d.. Movement Type: Quartz
e.. Movement Caliber: Ronda 763
f.. Case Material: Stainless Steel
g.. Case Size: 35MM Diameter
h.. Water resistance: 30/100 m/ft - Not Suitable For Swimming
i.. Glass Material: Curved Mineral glass
j.. Strap Material: Black Leather
k.. Strap Width: 18MM
l.. Warranty: 2 Years

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Special watch offer final clue

2009-07-16T10:07:00.001+01:00

So what is this special watch offer coming this week? Think of the Swiss railways and you will be half way there.

Look out for the offer on Twitter.

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Update on the special watch offer coming this week

2009-07-14T12:37:00.001+01:00

People are asking me what this is going to be but as stocks will be limited, I am not saying yet. I did say it will be a very desirable Swiss watch.

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Accidents at work

2009-07-14T11:41:00.003+01:00

This is some comfort to this clock repairer - my expletives can now be excused... http://newslite.tv/2009/07/13/shouting-swearwords-helps-cut.html

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Great new Mondaine retro watch

2009-07-11T10:57:00.001+01:00

Mondaine retro watch coming soon to the website. Available now on our orderline tel.01775 714900

Form and function blend harmoniously in this newest shaped Retro styled legendary Mondaine watch. The immediately identifiable Mondaine dial with its signature red second hand is framed by an elegantly shaped case whose lugs smoothly fade into the integrated genuine leather strap. A curved sapphire crystal that magnifies the characteristic dial further enhances the chic retro style. The new line is available in two sizes, 40 mm for Gents and a generous 28 mm for ladies. The Gents version offers day and date indication. The ladies model features date readout. Both are offered in high polished stainless steel with a white dial, or in elegant matte brushed finish with a black dial. For those preferring a metal bracelet, the piece comes in a stylish, subtle matte finish. The watch is tested to 10 ATM water resistance classic design with Swiss Quality. It is accompanied by a two-year guarantee, is Swiss-made, and backed by the Mondaine International Service Network (MISO).Available from authorized, professional watch dealers.

Technical information

Gents size/ Ladies size

Time Day Date / Time Date

Screwed case back / Screwed case back

Movement Ronda Quartz 517 Day-Date / Ronda Quartz 585 Date

Stainless steel case 40 mm / Stainless steel case 28 mm

Curved sapphire crystal / Curved sapphire crystal

Integrated black leather strap or stainless steel bracelet with fold over buckle/ Integrated black leather strap or stainless steel bracelet with fold over buckle

Water resistant tested to 10 ATM / Water resistant tested to 10 ATM

Origin Swiss Made / Origin Swiss Made

Mondaine Reference number (mens)

A667.30340.11SBB (white dial leather)

A667.30340.14SBB (black dial black leather)

A667.30340.16SBM (white dial metal bracelet)

Mondaine Reference number (ladies)

A629.30341.11SBB (white dial leather)

A629.30341.14SBB (black dial leather)

A629.30341.16SBM (white dial metal bracelet

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Real quality

2009-07-08T13:46:00.001+01:00

Designer watches and jewellery from the Watch and Jewellery Shop. On sale now, online..

I have been working on an exquisitely made 19th century French mantle clock. Will conservation and green issues mean that one day we will eventually return to real craftsmanship and durabilty?

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Timely Reflection No.2

2009-07-07T10:03:00.001+01:00

No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main; if a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less...any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind...

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Timely Reflection No.1

2009-07-06T14:35:00.001+01:00

Perchance he for whom this bell tolls, may be so ill, as that he knows not it tolls for him; and perchance I may think myself so much better than I am, as that they who are about me...may have caused it to toll for me...and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee. (John Donne)

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The first timepiece equipped with a flashlight function

2009-07-04T14:55:00.001+01:00

The Victorinox flashlight watch from The Watch and Jewellery Shop

This unique module was conceived and developed by Victorinox Swiss Army and features the exclusive 'wrist flashlight' function. The five different illumination modes are controlled by means of a single multifunction pusher located at 8 o'clock and operated by the right thumb.

PRODUCT DETAILS

- Swiss-made analogue quartz movement
- Solid 41mm diameter stainless steel case (316L)
- Water resistant to 50 M (5 ATM/ 165 FT)
- Hardened mineral crystal
- Luminous hands and numbers
- Double O-Ring Crown
- Date calendar
- Screw-in caseback
- Flashlight
- End-of-life indicator
- Rubber strap

LED Features
Swiss developed and Swiss?made low consumption light module with 3 different light sources:

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White LED flashlight (continuous light, signal and strobe functions)
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Blue LED for dial illumination
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Red LED for multifunction
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light pusher (locator and EOL indicator)
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Rubber/steel combination case with a genuine black rubber strap

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Amazing watch

2009-06-29T15:00:00.001+01:00

Amazing watches from the Watch and Jewellery Shop. On sale now (but not this one), online..

The face, hands and gears of this watch are cut from wood, the most improper material for precise mechanisms. Crafted somewhere in Eastern Europe in the early 1900's, it still works. Amazing.

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Follow us on twitter

2009-06-26T15:30:00.002+01:00

The Watch and Jewellery Shop will soon be offering special offers and deals on Twitter

Many of our customers have been following our blog on the website or on one of the several blogging and social networking sites to which we subscibe. We will shortly be offering special offers on watches and posting these on Twitter. So why not follow us and get all the latest deals?

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A real Swiss pedigree

2009-06-22T11:15:00.001+01:00

The Watch and Jewellery Shop can now offer the full range of Victorinox watches.

The Victorinox Swiss Army Timepiece division has two reasons to celebrate in 2009: the 125th anniversary of the company and the 20th birthday of the first Swiss Army Watch. Exactly 20 years ago, the first Victorinox timepiece for the North American market was produced in the Jura Mountain region of Switzerland. Entirely in the spirit of the parent company, the products from the Biel watchbrand stand for quality, functionality, and the Swiss inventive spirit. As homage to the 125th anniversary of Victorinox, two models from the Infantry Vintage Collection have been launched by Victorinox Swiss Army in special series: First, a Jubilee Edition, which will only be made during 2009, features special attributes that set it apart from the standard collection and comes in a very characteristic olive-green styling. And then a Limited Edition, which comes in a unique combination of strong Victorinox red with yellow-gold dial décor and is limited worldwide to only 125 individually numbered pieces. The caseback of both models is engraved with the Victorinox anniversary seal and the inscription "125 Years - Your Companion for Life." The Infantry Vintage Limited Edition mirrors the 125-year history and roots of Victorinox, the manufacturer of the "Original Swiss Army Knife": a precision tool where great value was placed on optimum function, reliability and performance in its design. In addition, Victorinox Swiss Army connoisseurs will enjoy a very special watch edition in late summer this year. To celebrate the anniversary, the watch and knife specialists joined forces to create a travel alarm. The design and opening mechanism is inspired by the legendary Swiss ArmyKnife and makes the typical pocketknife "click" when opened and closed.

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Victorinox Special Edition watch

2009-06-18T10:20:00.001+01:00

The Watch and Jewellery Shop can now offer the new Victorinox Jubilee edition watch.

Victorinox celebrates its 125th anniversary with this special edition watch. This model is available exclusively in 2009 through accredited outlets. The case measures 44mm and it features a Swiss ETA quartz caliber. The crystal is sapphire and it is water resistant to 100 meters.

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New Diesel watches

2009-06-13T11:35:00.001+01:00

We can now offer the new Diesel DZ9044 No Face sideview watch. The watch, has tiny side-mounted watches, instead of putting them on its face, that can simultaneously tell time in four time zones. The No Face is robust and made from solid stainless steel.

Two versions are available, the DZ9044 with a bold black ion-plated finish and black leather band and the DZ9045 with a shiny stainless face and a brown leather band. Diesel's No Face watch is water resistant up to 10 ATM (about 330 feet).

The price is £225. Soon to appear on our website. Telephone orderline 0044 1775714900

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All about Skagen

2009-06-06T10:22:00.001+01:00

Every characteristic of Skagen watches remains consistent to the
founder's original vision year after year: Ultra-slim, signature mesh bands;
sleek yet classic designs; and subtle, inspiring colors and styles based on
the pinnacle of contemporary culture.

The Skagen brand began as a result of a personal passion to design beautifully
designed, high-quality objects at reasonable prices reflecting a creative
Danish spirit. Skagen Designs has become a major force on the European watch
market, instantly becoming the leading watch brand in Denmark and the second in Germany.

Today, Skagen Designs operates both European and Asia Pacific Offices with its
U.S. Worldwide Headquarters sitting in Reno, Nevada, where the owners and
their 75 employees enjoy a quality lifestyle. The number of employees around
the globe reached 160 last year. Seen as a category leader, the brand offers
more than 250 watch designs sold in more than 5000 retailers worldwide. Skagen
also operates 2 flagship stores in Denmark, one in the inspirational starting
point of Skagen, Denmark and the other in bustling, modern downtown
Copenhagen. Additionally, independent Skagen concept stores are located in
Tokyo, Japan and Taipei, Taiwan with new openings in Nagoya and Korea planned
for later this year.

Limited-Edition 20th Anniversary Collection

In honor of the Anniversary Year, a special Limited-Edition Skagen
Collection has been designed. The unveiling took place at the legendary BaselWorld event from March 26 to April
2, 2009 where Skagen distributors and dealers from around the world
experienced the brand design and innovation first hand.
The Skagen 20th Anniversary Collection features one-of-a-kind men's and
women's timepieces with the brand's signature, best-selling, ultra-slim
stainless steel mesh bands in silver. New details include modern, over-sized
designs with shiny cases and clean, round dials. Adding to its collector's
style appeal, for the first time in the brand's history, the case backs will
include the signature of Charlotte & Henrik Jorst, the designers. All will be enclosed in a
specially designed gift box.

About Skagen

On the northern-most peninsula of Denmark where the North and Baltic seas
merge, the picturesque beaches of Skagen offer respite from the commotion and
complexity of modern life. It is no wonder countless artists have made their
pilgrimage here to capture the stark, elemental beauty of the sea, the light,
the air and the sand.

Two decades ago, Copenhagen emigres Henrik and Charlotte Jorst founded Skagen
Designs on the same aesthetic ideals that inspired those artists. Skagen
produces everyday works of art that prize simplicity over embellishment and
harmony over extravagance. Merging natural, high quality materials with clean,
uncomplicated composition, Skagen epitomizes the beauty of Danish Design.

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Boccia watches

2009-06-02T15:04:00.001+01:00

We are often asked what is so special about Boccia watches, one of our best selling brands. Here is some information that should answer these questions.

Boccia Watch Facts

Boccia watches are produced in Titanium, a totally hypoallergenic, nickel-free metal that is 30% stronger and 50% lighter than steel, and up to 5 times as expensive.

Titanium takes its name from the giants of Greek mythology who put up fierce resistance against the Gods of Olympus.

Boccia uses Swiss and Japanese movements.

Boccia watches are water resistant to a minimum depth of 3 bar (1 bar is 10 metres). Sports watches and chronographs are water resistant to a depth of 10 bar. The resistance is indicated on the back of the watch. Titanium is resistant to corrosion.

Boccia straps are leather or titanium as appropriate. The polished bracelets and bangles are also titanium. Boccia has perfected the art of polishing titanium.

Boccia gold plate is applied by hard gold plating of 3 microns. The gold plating is nickel free and exceptionally resistant to abrasion.

Boccia watches use mineral glass on all models except the "Outside" range, which has sapphire crystal glass.

Boccia watches carry a two-year international guarantee.

The name "Boccia" has a soft 'c' and is pronounced "Bochia."

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Victorinox I phone application

2009-05-21T12:49:00.001+01:00

Victorinox Swiss Army claims to be the first watch company to introduce its timepieces interactively on the iPhone.

The company is offering a free iPhone application that will let owners of the Apple mobile and the iPod touch "try on the timepieces virtually" by holding their device up to their wrists.

This comedy feature aside, the app will also provide info on the Victorinox's watch range, the history of the company, GPS-linked directions to stockists and a newsletter.

The "3D Timepiece" function will allow you to visualise the Chrono Classic XLS Multi-Task from every angle as well as interactively test the functions.

Victorinox Chrono Classic watches available now from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

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Gravitation watch

2009-05-18T16:50:00.001+01:00

There are some eagerly awaited watches coming from Calvin Klein and they certainly look interesting. Take for example the CK gravitation
Classic. It is certainly elegant. Inspired by the detail and precision of a compass and the distinction of watches created in the early 20th century,
the oversized silver dial is completed with a big seconds hand in blue. Completed with sapphire glass, this Swiss made timepiece displays hours, minutes, and seconds (as well as chronograph functions in the corresponding watch) and is enclosed in a brushed and polished stainless steel case. The thick masculine strap is offered in black or brown leather with buckle closure. Available in men's gent and chrono size. Keep an eye on the site. It is coming soon.

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Mondaine

2009-04-03T15:52:00.002+01:00

Mondaine watches seem to be going through a period of ressurgence. Their classic designs have always been popular with those with an eye for design flair (we sell a lot to architects unsurprisingly) but the minimalist, classic Swiss Railway clock face has several variations. The Sports II Chrono and Day watches are a case in point

Like all Mondaine products, they are based on the original 1940s Swiss railway clock, the work of (then) railways employee Hans Hilfiker. These watches are both available in black or white, with the Chrono offering a brushed steel case, coated bezel, illuminated display, full chronograph functionality and a leather strap.

By contrast, the Day is a more minimalist watch, but with the same steel case and contrasting bezel and leather strap. The Day retails for £210, the Chrono sells for £330.

Mondaine watches available now from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

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Twitter

2009-03-14T13:16:00.001Z

I thought that only birds tweet but it would seem that is not the case. My education has now extended to an understanding that blogging is now taking on different forms and that Twitter allows us to follow the everyday whereabouts and brief thoughts of many people. So this blog is now posted to Twitter if anybody is interested. I can, therefore, follow Stephen Fry (apparently the most followed person after Barack Obama) but will he follow me? I very much doubt it. People say that all this blogging, especially Twitter, is changing and affecting the way we communicate with other for the worse, that what we have to say is too ephemeral and lacks substance and style. I don't agree. Yes, things are changing but language and communication evolve. So much more can be said these days and with easier access to different audiences and for different purposes. I think that makes communication all the richer.

Back to the clocks and watches. I have had three fine carriage clocks in for repair this week. They are always a delight unlike the dial clock with the faux American movement (actually Indian I believe) that refused to go until I improved one or two things that were actually wrong at manufacture. How I hate fakes!
That is why we only stock watches of good quality - you should get what you pay for. No imitations. No style over substance!

By the way, we now have the Obaku watches in the shop and they will soon be up on the website.

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Taking on Obaku

2009-03-04T14:36:00.002Z

I was very impressed with this brand at the Spring Fair. The Obaku-Harmony watches are designed by the two Danish designers, Christian Mikkelsen and Lau Lieng ærd Ruge. Christian Mikkelsen and Lau Lieng ærd Ruge have combined the best from the Scandinavian minimalistic design traditions with the Obaku-Zen design traditions. The watches are characterized by pure, harmonic design, calm colour scheme, high functionality and good craftsmanship.

All the watches have a clean design including every small detail. Some may believe simple and clean design is an easy process. It is the opposite; the simpler the design, the greater the demand for perfection, because even small design flaws will be exposed. Tiny details, such as the size and shape of the crown, the hands, the strap and the choice of colour are just a few examples that have to be taken into consideration and worked into the whole.

The watches are even underpinned by a conceptual philosophy. In Asia, Zen philosophies have given rise to a natural simplicity - in thought and act. Obaku Harmony takes its name from a branch of Zen philosophy and has created a universe characterised by a sense of calm - free from all superfluous details. The Northern European countries have a long design tradition featuring functionality and simplicity of composition.

Obaku Harmony has inherited the best from both these cultures, and has blended the simplicity found in both.

The watches should be available in the next couple of weeks.
Obaku watches available soon from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

Recession

2009-02-28T15:33:00.004Z

A lot of business colleagues selling watches are naturally worried about the economic downturn. I am not so concerned. The truth is that, although some non essential purchases will be affected by a lack of disposable income, people still need to tell the time and watches will continue to sell. All the brands we sell are selected for a combination of style and quality. People may well become more discerning in choosing a watch that is well priced, durable and good value for money - brands such as Victorinox, Mondaine, Boccia and Skagen particularly meet those criteria. So I wont worry. Life is too short anyway!

Victorinox watches available now from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

Ted Baker

2009-02-06T15:59:00.002Z

People sometimes ask me how I choose a new brand to put on the site. Some things are obvious such as a watch having a decent quality movement and a well built case. You come to expect a certain minimum standard in a watch these days as you would in a car. But in terms of styling, I look for the quirky or the individual, subtle points of styling that show attention to detail. For those reasons, I decided to stock Ted Baker watches. Rose gold buttons, straps that are patterned on the inside, purple hands, unusual case shapes, patterned dials; many are the ways that these watches have been made to stand out from the crowd.

Ted Baker watches available now from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

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Snow report

2009-02-05T11:20:00.001Z

10cms of snow. Few people in town. A good chance to catch up with repair work. If only my fingers would thaw out...

Mondaine watches available now from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

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Victorinox v Tag Heuer

2009-02-04T19:05:00.002Z

Noticing some similarities, a customer asked what the difference is between the two brands. The same quality but about half the price. Why? Just consider Tag's marketing budget.

Victorinox watches available now from the Watch And Jewellery Shop.

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obaku

2009-02-03T19:19:00.001Z

Obaku is a new brand being launched in the UK, showing at the N.E.C. this week. Watch this space.

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If Clocks Could Talk

2009-02-03T18:48:00.001Z

Some clocks have such a story behind them like this one I repaired this week. Follow the link for the story: www.perthshirediary.com/html/day0403.html

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The Story of Watches.

2009-02-03T17:33:00.000Z

How watches have changed over the years.

Years ago there were watch makers and companies and now there are brands.

I love the appeal of an old mechanical watch but a watch is now so much more than a means of telling the time.

It is a piece of jewellery, a statement of personality and affordable enough to be able to have more than one of, depending on mood and occasion.

A lot negative is said about branding but it allows this to happen and makes the world a much more interesting place.

Designer watches and jewellery from the Watch and Jewellery Shop. On sale now, online..