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Live AuctionThe Geneva Watch Auction: XGeneva
ConcludedNov 10 2019
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179 Lots

Welcome To The Geneva Watch Auction X

Five years and ten Geneva-held auctions since the launch of Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo, we're proud to present one of the best auction catalogs to date.

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Specialists Pick: Five Watches From The Geneva Watch Auction X

Held over two days on November 9-10 at the Hôtel La Reserve, the Geneva Watch Auction X will feature more than 200 timepieces, with different styles, makers, and eras figuring in the catalog. Ahead of the sale, we asked the specialists who spent several months with these timepieces to choose some of their favorites.

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No Regrets On No Reserve Lots

No Reserve lots: What they are, how to spot them, and why you should definitely be paying attention to them, according to Senior Consultant Aurel Bacs.

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Dress Watches: A Must Have In Any Collection

Everyone wants a stainless sports watch these days, but there's great, great value to be found in a classic dress watch, explains Arthur Touchot.

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Comparing: Two Rolex Reference 4113 (Of The Twelve Made)

Seeing double? Not quite. We discuss the (subtle) variations between two Rolex Reference 4113.

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Five Key Dates: Zenith's El Primero

Much like the stop-start nature of the mechanism that powers Zenith's iconic chronograph, the story of the El Primero is one animated by a sequence of new beginnings. Fifty years after its launch, we revisit some of the defining moments of this beloved chronograph.

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How it Works: The Slide Rule of the Breitling Chronomat

One of the most complicated features ever to grace a wristwatch, explained through some vintage problem solving. Welcome to the latest in our "How To" series, featuring the Breitling Chronomat.

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Revisiting: The Cartier Monopoussoir CPCP With Denis Flageollet

Made more than twenty years ago by two future stars of the independent watchmaking scene, the Cartier Monopoussoir CPCP has become a symbol of the great collaborative spirit of the late '90s. Denis Flageollet revisits the now iconic timepiece, and shares memories of working with François-Paul Journe and Cartier.

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Independent Watchmakers: The Bridge Between Vintage And Modern Collectibles

It's the latest trend in an always evolving watch market. Lovers of vintage timepieces are turning their attention towards contemporary independent watchmaking, and here's why you should too.

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The Art Of: Enameling

Enameling is one of the oldest and most precious crafts in watchmaking, but not every enamel dial is made the same way. We take a look at some of the most common enameling techniques thanks to our selection of enameled timepieces from The Geneva Watch Auction X.

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Kari Voutilainen: Master of Dials

Ahead of the Geneva Watch Auction X, which features a Vingt-8 with two bespoke dials, we sat down with Kari Voutilainen to find out how these are made, where he draws inspiration from, and what challenges this unique craft presents. 

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