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Mechanicals
Junghans
Created in the era of the Bauhaus, the design watches of the Max
Bill by Junghans range are now modern classics for the wrist. The
two new max bill automatic models are simple and pure remaining true to the original purist style. Previously only found in the
hand-wound version, the new automatic is a slightly larger, but still
moderately sized rendition of its predecessor at 38 mm. Designed
and made in Germany with a Swiss movement (ETA 2824) within,
the new Max Bill line ranges in price from $870 - $980.
www.junghanswatchesusa.net
Martenero
The Ace revisits the pilot type with a tan dial
and American-made strap to match. Inside the
42mm stainless steel case beats a Miytoa 821a
automatic winding movement visible through the
see-through back. Martenero’s ace looks good on
the currently popular NATO style strap, but aficionados will likely prefer the Horween leather strap
crafted for Martenero by Tanner Goods. $610 at
www.martenero.com
Raymond
Weil
Pure lines and elegant dial decoration create the newest evolution of
the maestro series. The automatic winding Swiss mechanical movement has a 38 hour power reserve and features a large date window
at 3 o’clock. At a medium size 39.5mm, the polished stainless steel
case contrasts the textured black dial and croc pattern calfskin
strap. $1,096 at www.raymond-weil.com
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