Until recently, I had never changed my opinion about the originality of a watch three times in the same week. But that happened when the intriguing Gallet Navigator Telemeter crossed my path. Two other great collectors joined me on my journey of exploration, and they were equally puzzled. The buying experience of this rare Gallet […]

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I am so excited that I don’t even know how to start. This particular version of the Gallet MultiChron Clamshell was on my wishlist for years. When I think back on how it crossed my path, I find it so amusing, and I still can’t believe it. A few weeks ago, I mentioned that my […]

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Last week, I talked about how one of my watch resolutions for 2023 had gone and some of the lessons I learned. For this week’s #TBT, I’d like to not only reflect a bit more but also share my goals for 2024. They include primarily maintaining a one-brand focus while also keeping my eyes open […]

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In our #TBT series this year, we featured a quartz Breitling Colt, a unique design by Tian Harlan, and pleasingly original names like Telefoot. We highlighted never-before-seen complications like a Medana with a rotating day crystal, rare pieces like the Heuer Autavia with rounded numbers, and even virtually unknown models like the Gallet Big Date […]

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We all go through phases. Nowadays, I happen to find myself enjoying white dials like never before. I can’t get enough of them. Their lightness and pure energy shine far. I made up my mind already. On Christmas Eve this Sunday, I will wear one of these five shortlisted pieces. Three years ago, on Christmas […]

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My second article this year was dedicated to Gallet. My penultimate article this year will be dedicated to Gallet too. Today, we will look into the Gallet MultiChron Calendar Chronograph that just returned from a complete spa procedure at my watchmaker.    It was on my radar for a while, but I never pulled the […]

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Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we’re excited because we’re recording from the same room, and we’re in London. In fact, we’re in the Square Mile! Today, we’re talking about vintage Excelsior Park watches, movements, and the related brands that used the movements. Enjoy this vintage deep cut! Together again! Balazs […]

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The Gallet “Clamshell” MultiChron 30 is one of my favorite Gallet chronographs. It is so perfectly balanced that it makes 37mm look meaninglessly big, and I mean it. Not a single one of my 34mm watches gets as much wrist time as this does. All of the so-called “Clamshell” chronographs are highly regarded among collectors. […]

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Dear readers, I’m going on a rally adventure, and I’d like your assistance. I’ve shortlisted four watches to pick from, each with pros and some with cons. An Omega and an Oris are my two modern options, while a Seiko and a Gallet are my two vintage candidates. Help me choose one. I turned 40 […]

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It was a wild card in my selection of six straps from the Japanese manufacturer Accurate Form. And as sometimes happens, wild cards can surprise us and steal the show. Well, I can say without a shadow of a doubt that this wine-colored Japanese cowhide strap completely stole my heart. Let me give you a […]

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