Hayek to Trump - "I've got your tariff right here!"

WHAT IF...TARIFFS? From Swatch -

Courtesy of Swatch

Tragically (and I mean that sincerely), this is only available in Switzerland.

Here's the skinny straight from Swatch -

WHAT IF...TARIFFS?

The inspiration behind the WHAT IF…TARIFFS? model lies in the current events unfolding in today’s world. The unique details on its dial and battery cover hint at the US tariffs imposed on Switzerland. 

Courtesy of Swatch

WHAT IF...TARIFFS? features a square Bioceramic case and edge-to-edge biosourced glass that allows a side view of the watch’s dial. The blue square dial, complemented by an integrated biosourced strap, is adorned with glow-in-the-dark hands. The inversion of Arabic numerals 3 and 9 on the dial subtly references the number 39. Paired with the percentage symbol found on the battery cover, this inversion hints at the US tariffs imposed on Switzerland and the deeper narrative woven into the watch’s design.

Announcing the 1858 from the Oberlin Watch Company!

A bit of shameless self-promotion, but here goes -

We are very excited to announce that our newest watch from the Oberlin Watch Company, tentatively named the Montre 1858 will be available for pre-order shortly.

Pre-orders will be available for a non-refundable deposit of $58 (US dollars). We anticipate delivery next April / May, in time for graduation and class reunions.

And we are very pleased to announce that these will all be assembled in the US.

The pre-order price is tentatively set at $358.

Stay tuned!

Dear Corum - YES, It's Too Soon

Okay, I know that Switzerland is, allegedly, neutral.  I know that being cheeky can be fun and a clever way to pitch an idea.  I mean, I like to poke fun too!

But...

Given the current tensions in the US and UK, I honestly do NOT think that your choice of names for your recent Bubble press release was really that well thought out.

The level of tension currently in the US regarding the political situation and leadership of the country is at an all time high.  People who have been friends for years are no longer talking to each other, and regardless of which side of the rapidly expanding cultural and political divide you find yourself, it is safe to say that you wish that things were different.

While I realize that this was meant to be a clever jab, it really is a bit too far.

Shamelessly borrowed from the worldwide infoweb

 
I truly do like Corum and I love the Bubble, but I think all things being equal, following the controversy of retaining Booba, the incredibly tacky "Make Corum Great Again" hats intentionally designed to resemble the then candidate (now President) Trump's headgear that were being handed out at BaselWorld, and now this?
 

BUT...

that is just my opinion, and in the interest of avoiding being accused of not reporting fairly, or spreading "fake news", here is the press release exactly as I received it -

Courtesy of Corum

Bubble America First & Bubble Brexit  
In Bubble We Trust

Flag flying high, America's greatness takes centre stage. Corum introduces a proud and independent Bubble. On Stars & Stripes, the colours of the New World are on majestic display for Independence Day. In God We Trust, In Bubble We Trust. 

This "4th of July", Corum is giving prominence to those colours associated with the land of Uncle Sam. True to the grandeur and power of the country, the La Chaux-de-Fonds watch brand has chosen to immortalise not one, but two nations on its dial.
This is how the United Kingdom’s tricolour flag also came to be represented on the dial, suitably enlarged thanks to the legendary magnifying effect of the Bubble’s sapphire crystal.
In keeping with the bubble style unique to Corum, the Swiss watchmaker proudly exhibits the colours of both nations, united in their exceptional power.

Montana Watch Company - Bridger Field Watch - continued

This is another example of the Montana Watch Company's Bridger Field Watch.

www.montanawatch.com

Montana Watch Company - Bridger Field Watch

This is the first in a series of posts about the Montana Watch Company's Bridger Field Watch. It has actually been more than a few years since the Montana Watch Company appeared on the scene, but I also suspect that this might be something new for some of you.  I will be posting more detailed information in the coming week on the Bridger Field Watch and the Montana Watch Company, so stay tuned - this is just something to get you started thinking about it.

If you want more information right away, check them out at:  www.montanawatch.com/