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American Watch Manufacturers: Production Summary

 How many watches were produced by American watch companies? When looking at the total output of American watch manufacturers, a natural distinction can be made between companies producing higher-quality jeweled pocket watches and those producing lower-quality "dollar-style" (or otherwise minimally-jeweled) watches. Over 500 million low-cost watches were produced by companies like Ingersoll, Ingraham, New Haven and Ansonia, accounting for a large percentage of total US production. We are more concerned with the production of higher-quality, jeweled pocket watches of at least seven jewels; the type that might be considered collectible today. Obviously, a rare watch tends to be more valuable than a common watch, so an understanding of which companies made more or fewer watches is worthwhile information for any watch collector. The passage of years and incompleteness of factory records means that it is probably impossible to create a completely accurate accounting of American wa

Benefits of luxury apartment vacation renting

 One can say that there really is no need for further explanation when it comes to luxury holidays on the exotic locations, spent in luxury waterfront apartments, surrounded by beauty and cosyness at every corner. This is why the dilemma whether or not you should buy or rent a luxury real estate is very much real, and for lots of reasons. For example, you need to take a break from everything and the allure of the villa holiday is something you really can’t resist, but you’re also looking into waterfront luxury apartments with prospects of buying. Normally, we would advise purchase, but there certainly are some benefits of renting you should consider, before leaping into decision making that should not be taken for granted. Seaside vacation rentals make you take a break from your routine So, you’ve decided on your vacation and aimed for somewhere breathtaking and exotic? Luxury waterfront apartments are a regular part of almost every exotic retreat there is out there, so you can definit

Unique Artisan Watches

 As you might have heard, most of the pocket watches produced at the end of XIX beginning of the XX centuries originally had their cases made of precious metals. Then, during the war, many antique pocket watch movements had become orphaned from their original cases. As the result, these movements remained uncased, and we found vigor in restoring and preserving the beautiful pieces in a functional way. By reverse-engineering antique parts, we were able to create a wristwatch case that housed the pocket watch movements in the same way as the original pocket watch case. To make these historical quality time machines wearable again, we create a modern wristwatch case individually for each movemen We produce two different types of cases that gently hold the movements: cast cases and chiseled cases. We also have some ready-to-wear stainless steel cases. The stainless steel cases usually have the bezel redesigned to make them look unique. Most of our cases are made with the exhibition back co

Amouage brand – meet the incredible fashion oasis

 The fragrance has the power to change your mood, and the Amouage brand created some of the most finely crafted perfumes in the world. This Arabian art of perfumery has gathered a global reputation for using only the finest ingredients from around the world, to leave a trail that lasts long.  Amouage brand appreciates the process of perfume making and each of their creations is carefully handmade and skillfully blended into critically-acclaimed masterpieces, including their well-known items such as Amouage Interlude and Amouage Epic.  These are some of the many reasons why Amouage perfume is well recognized in high-end fashion centers like Paris, Grasse, Geneva, and New York. But how did it all start? Continue to read and find out the story behind the Amouage brand.  Amouage brand origins – royalty from Sultanate of Oman Almost 40 years have passed since the Amouage brand was founded at the request of Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said who wanted to preserve the perfume-making traditions o

Advantages of working from your home by the seaside

2020 has definitely been a year to remember. The ongoing escalation of the COVID-19 pandemic has affected numerous industries around the world, in a variety of different ways.  To increase the safety of their workers and promote social distancing in an effort to suppress the spreading of COVID-19, companies worldwide have turned to remote & online-working models. This shift has resulted in a number of people transferring their offices to the comfort of their own homes. This dramatic change in the way we work created a platform for a new category of “digital nomads”, who have prioritised moving away from the hustle and bustle of big cities to smaller towns with picturesque landscapes and amazing nature. Given the increase in demand for a more inspiring location to work and live in, we have decided to state a couple of most important perks of working from your home by the seaside.  Low taxes and investment opportunities on the dreamy coast of Montenegro  One of the biggest advantages

A success for Boka – Niche hand painting of sails

Even during lockdown last year, creativity and entrepreneurship found its way to the surface on Boka Bay’s shores. Michael Neundlinger, founder of Nirvana Yachting, a charter company based out of Porto Montenegro, approached local artist Jana Farkas with the challenging task of painting his unique brand logo on the 18x4m sail of Selena. The larger-than-life project meant that Jana had to pull together a team to help and invited young artists, engineers and architects from the Boka region in order to create the branded, hand-painted sail in a show of impressive marine artistry. Aleksandra Stajović, an architect from Budva, had no prior painting experience but was delighted to be involved from the beginning: “I had never done anything comparable, nor did I have any idea whether I could work a paintbrush, especially on such a large scale. I used AutoCad and PhotoShop to transpose the logo onto the sail and worked on a few prototypes. It was demanding at times, requiring constant improvisa

A legacy at the water’s edge

Porto Montenegro is a destination like no other – a waterfront sanctuary steeped in maritime heritage and lasting charm. Established as a naval base in the 19th Century, our shores were the place where ships and submarines were repaired and ceremoniously relaunched. Over the years, it has evolved into a shimmering marina resort decorated with luxury residences and vibrant activity. From shipyard to playground, no matter its role, its legacy as a prestigious place to work has stood the test of time. Marko Krivokapic’s family have been working on the Porto Montenegro grounds for generations. The first member of the Krivokapic family – Marko’s grandfather – started work here in 1962, followed by Marko’s uncle in 1980, then his father a year later. Marko joined the Porto Montenegro team as a summer intern whilst he was still a student in 2012. Now a technician responsible for the surveillance system throughout our village at the water’s edge, Marko is carrying on the Krivokapic tradition w

How did Hublot watches become celebrity and fashion favorite?

Recently we obtained the opportunity to present you with a couple of luxury watch brands, and now we continue that row with another luxury darling – Hublot watches.  Hublot is a luxury watch brand that successfully epitomizes the art of fusion – what is that fusion about, you’ll find out down below, but nevertheless can be defined as brand that gracefully combined the art and tradition of horology and innovation.  Hublot is a Swiss company that operates since 1980., producing high-end luxury watches of the highest quality and a superb choice of materials. Hublot boasts with supreme awareness when it comes to their clients, continually exceeding expectations with more than exclusive and luxurious watches.  A company that, as of last year, we have a privilege to call our Official Timekeeper, and a company that perfectly encompasses our exclusive marina lifestyle community, presenting you with Hublot luxury watches, their company history and their iconic watch models.  Hublot history – Hu

Legendary Omega watches – story of the favorite watch brand

We can freely start this story by saying that Omega watches are legendary. The Omega name has been around for over a century, founded in 1848. by Louis Brandt in Switzerland, named Omega – a title that didn’t take too long to become a synonym for success.  Much like Rolex, Omega too is one of the most famous luxury watch brands in the world, and much like Rolex, it has more than a few historical achievements under its belt. From the exploration spanning to the ends earth, lunar landing, mastering the Olympics, and coming up with a new caliber there is little Omega hadn’t achieved. As if all of that wasn’t enough, the Omega watches are considered to be one of the most luxurious brands in the world when it comes to wristwatches worn as accessories, not to mention that timeless design of their collections has launched it among the style and fashion favorites.  In order to genuinely understand what Omega watches are all about, let us take a look at the Omega company history, and how it all

How did Rolex watches become an essential part of your lifestyle

Perpetual Rolex. Luxurious Rolex. Eternal Rolex. We’ve heard it numerous times by now, all in association with a single watch brand, unlike any other – the Rolex watch. Rolex is a luxury brand of watches that has been epitomizing that very own luxury from the first moment it was crafted.  Rolex luxury watches are not only the objects of extreme value, but also pieces of history, with every single one of them containing a unique narrative, a story of how it was created and what has inspired it’s creation. This narrative of tradition and value is precisely what makes us feel drawn to luxury, which is why today we tell a narrative of our own and dedicate it to the history and craft behind the one of the most luxurious brands in the world – Rolex brand. A brief history of luxury Rolex brand The Rolex Watch Company was founded by mr. Hans Wilsdorf, born on 22nd March 1881., in Switzerland. At 19 years old, Hans began working for Messr, a firm that dealt in exportation of watches. This is ho

Tom Ford brand – the story of timeless elegance and superiority

 When the name Tom Ford is mentioned, the first association is that he is a renowned  American fashion designer, a filmmaker and one of the most significant people in pop culture from the 90s and until today. He is the owner of a luxurious brand of the same name, founded in 2005. in New York City, in the United States. Tom Ford clothes are known as the elegant, classy and glamorous. Stunning menswear, beautiful fragrances, top quality sunglasses, impressive watches are just some of the Tom Ford clothes, very popular among the high fashion lovers. Here is the story of the Tom Ford brand, one of the most beloved fashion labels and its fashion line which is considered a true work of art. Tom Ford history – from the early days until today   Tom Ford history begins in the late 80s of the 20th century in a sportswear company. After some time working there, Tom Ford designer received a call from Gucci creative director Dawn Melo to join Gucci in the year of 1990. as the brand’s chief women’s