OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean 42mm (white ceramic)

By TLex Driven by the latest generation of OMEGA's Co-Axial movement, the calibre 8500/8501 is this new white version of the Seamaster Planet Ocean 42mm. In Omega's own words it is as 'fashionable' as it is technically innovative! Its stainless steel case features all the typical characteristics of the Planet Ocean family; a uni-directional rotatable divers bezel, a manual helium escape valve and water-resistance of 600m. Cosmetic enhancements include a lacquered white dial and a polished white ceramic bezel. A perfect choice for the discerning female or the debonair man about town ;)

JLC Prototype Auction for Tides of Time (UPDATE)

From JLC For the third year in a row, Jaeger-LeCoultre put up an exclusive timepiece for the online Auction to raise funds for "Tides of Time": the Prototype N° 1 of the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea, "LeCoultre Spécial Amérique 1959" commemorative edition, in tribute to the legend of diver’s watches.

The winning bid was £16'208. This collector will now have the pleasure of being the proud owner of this limited-series watch, belonging to Jaeger-LeCoultre's technical heritage, as the first diving watch ever to be equipped with an alarm and self-winding Calibre in a new size that reflects current trends.

100% of the proceeds from the online Auction will be donated to the Colombia’s Malpelo Fauna and Flora Sanctuary which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2006.

OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean Chrono Cal.9300/9301

By TLex OMEGA extends the Planet Ocean family with the new Planet Ocean Chronograph Calibre 9300/9301. As with all Planet Ocean models the new PO Chronos are equipped with unidirectional rotatable divers bezels and helium escape valves. Their 45.5mm cases have a water-resistance of 60 bar or 600 meters. From the exterior the new chronos boast some attractive new styling details; there's choice of either a matte black ceramic or orange matte aluminum bezel insert and a fantastic new set of mini-plongeur hands for the chronograph's 3 o'clock sub-dial.




However its under the hood where the real action is taking place with the inclusion of an exclusive OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 9300/9301 in-house movement, which combines the Co-Axial escapement and free sprungbalance for a level of reliability that has allowed Omega to offer a 4-year warranty. It is also the first in Omega's family of in-house movements to incorporate a chronograph function. The performance of this extraordinary movement can be observed through its sapphire crystal exhibition caseback.

HELSON Skindiver '100 Fathoms'

By TLex There are no prizes for guessing, where Peter Helson took the inspiration for the Skindiver. He has a real passion for vintage divers, which has lead him to the creation of a number of outstanding watches; which in turn have helped garner HELSON's unique position in the Boutique dive watch arena as not only the young watch company with whom we should now expect the unexpected, but as the boutique watch company who are capable of making dreams come true!



Yes, dreams made by the latent wannabe vintage dive watch collectors and connoisseurs of this world. Those of us, who neither posses the know-how nor the dollar to track down and acquire such rarities. And not only us, those too who already own originals are also buying HELSON's vintage recreations as everyday wearers not least of which because they are so enjoyable to wear, but because they offer exceptional value for money, and are of an outstanding quality.



The HELSON Skindiver's 41mm 316L stainless case is water-resistant to 100 Fathoms or 200m. It features a lumed acrylic bezel, which wraps around a thick domed acrylic crystal. The Skindiver houses an ETA 2824-2 Swiss caliber and is available with or without a date window and with a choice of C3 SuperLumiNova or light orange lume. It comes presented on a vintage style rubber divers strap.



So what should we expect from HELSON, next? All I can say is keep expecting the unexpected and keep dreaming, if Peter Helson has anything to do with it, it won't be too long before you have the vintage dive watch collection of your dreams!



UPDATE The Skindiver will be available from April 27th, price 649USD . . .


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DIEVAS Vortex Professional (new)

By TLex For the full story on the new DIEVAS Vortex Professional . . .

PROMETHEUS Jellyfish Giveaway (CLOSED)

From TLex Hi folks if you haven't already entered into the OceanicTime PROMETHEUS Jellyfish Giveaway here's your last chance to do so and win this fantastic tritium tube dive watch. There are just two days left for you to put in an entry. Good luck!

2011 Land Rover Type Range Rover Evoque

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has turned the much-acclaimed LRX concept car into reality, faithfully capturing the spirit of its landmark cross-coupé design. True to the Range Rover brand, the Evoque effortlessly delivers premium levels of craftsmanship, luxury and performance, but shrink-wrapped into a more compact package. The lightest and most fuel-efficient Range Rover ever, the Evoque