Just for the fun of it, I have pasted the OnTheDash "Links" page below . . . Please post suggestions as to other useful places that you visit on a regular basis.
I know that I need to do some deletions / clean-up, and I know that the formatting below is a wreck, and I realize that the version shown below is loaded with broken links, but please forgive all this and make some great suggestions of websites, blogs, dealers, etc. to add to the Links page . . . and we'll see whether we can freshen up the page.
Thanks for any suggestions,
Jeff
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Discussion Forums
- TZ-UK -- Watch Talk -- A friendly place to discuss all the watches -- new and old, chronographs and time-of-day, Swiss, German and Japanese . . . They discuss them all, and it works! TZ-UK also offers an interesting variety of other forums.
- International Vintage Heuer Owners Club -- Based in Italy, but written in English, this discussion forum features the most passionate vintage Heuer collectors.
- VetroPlastica Vintage Heuer Discussion Forum (Italian Language) -- An Italian language discussion forum, dedicated to the vintage Heuers. The Italians love the vintage Heuers, and we see their passion on this forum. Postings in English are also welcomed.
- TimeZone's Heuer / TAG-Heuer Forum -- Participants in this Discussion Forum focus almost entirely on the current TAG-Heuers, but there are occasional postings about the vintage Heuers. This Forum is part of www.timezone.com>, a huge portal of discussion forums and other information.
- Watchuseek's TAG-Heuer Forum -- This Forum also focuses on the modern TAG-Heuers, with occasional discussion of the vintage Heuers. This Forum is part of www.watchuseek.com SIZE="-1">,
a portal of discussion forums, links and other watch
resources.
- Military Watch Resource -- Main Discussion
Forum -- This Forum covers the
full range of military watches, and there are frequent discussions
of the military Heuers -- Bundeswehr (BW), Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Italian Air Force (AMI), and others. This Forum is part of www.broadarrow.net SIZE="-1">,
where you will also find a classified area of watches for
sale.
- PuristSPro -- No Heuer Forum here, but PuristSPro and its forums cover Omega, AP, A. Lange & Sohne, Patek Philippe, Glashutte Original and several more of the "high-end" brands. There is also a Collectors Marketplace to buy / sell / trade these types of brands.
- Vintage Rolex Forum. -- Nothing but vintage Rolexes here, but I admire a good watch forum, whatever the content. From the discussion forum, you can also visit their Vintage Rolex Market, vintage Rolex dial archive, and Rolex serial number project. There are often discussions of the state of the market for vintage watches.
Blogs and Websites Focusing on Heuers
- Calibre11.com
-- David Chalmers (HK) offers views and opinions of both Vintage Heuer and the newer Tag Heuer watches.
- Classic Heuers
-- As the title suggests, Jarl Fr. Erichsen (Norway) covers the vintage Heuers.
- HeuerMonaco.Co.UK
-- Rich Crosthwaite (UK) provides comprehensive information about the vintage Monacos, including a Price Guide, serial number registries, and a "For Sale" area. Also have a look at Rich's Silverstone website.
- HeuerWorld
-- Paul Gavin shares his amazing photographs of the vintage Heuers; have a look at this stunning group photo, as an example, then explore the entire website.
- Heuer Heritage
-- Thomas Lubbock's great looking buy / sell / trade website, also providing some information about the Heuers.
- 24Heuer.com
-- Andy Ogg's website covering the vinatge the Heuers.
Watch-Related Blogs
- Hodinkee
-- It describes itself as "a daily blog of the most interesting watches in the world", and that's really what it is . . . covers vintage chronographs and other interesting watches. There are a lot of watch blogs out there; this one is simply the best!
- ABlogToRead
-- Ariel Adams (US) seeks to provide accurate and honest information, watch reviews, and industry editorial - without hesitation, and with an educated understanding of the watch industry
- Alltop -- Watches -- An RSS Aggregator that offers headlines from dozens of watch-related blogs.
- SteveG's Watch Launchpad
-- Not a blog, and not a website, but definitely an amazing place to see and read about some very interesting.
- Chuck Maddox's Watch Blog
-- Chuck (US) blogged from late 2004 until his death (in May 2008), primarily on vintage chronographs.
- FratelloWatch Blog
-- Robert-Jan (The Netherlands) covers both vintage and modern, with empahsis on Omega, sport Rolex and other interesting watches.
- Nick Hacko Watchmaker
-- Nick Hacko (Australia) provides the watchmaker's perspective.
- The Watch Spot
-- Richard Askham focuses on wristwatch restoration, servicing and repair.
- Omega Constellation collectors
-- Covers the Omaga Constellations, and many other interesting watches.
- I Already Have a Watch
-- Ryan Rooney (US) focuses primarily on vintage watches, vintage Omega watches, and vintage military watches.
- WatchUSeek Blog
-- WatchUSeek's news blog; Robert-Jan Broer and Ariel Adams post articles.
Websites of Watch Magazines
Private Collections
- www.avantnoire.com SIZE="-1">
-- An Audi station wagon on the home page and the biggest
private collection of Heuers displayed on the internet. Also some
nice Sinn chronographs.
- www.mackmakeriet.se SIZE="-1">
-- OnTheDash contributor Arne Johansson has a beautiful cafe, in Sweden, so why not display his beautiful watches on the same website . . . Heuers, Omegas, Breitlings and some other nice vintage chronographs.
- www.cal11.com SIZE="-1">
-- OnTheDash contributor Par Wallstrom displays his beautiful
collection. Load of Heuers,
a few Omegas and several other brands.
- www.HeuerAutavia.com SIZE="-1">
-- The a-p-e collection of automatic Autavias, a useful reference for the automatic Autavias, including a Price Guide and tutorials to help you determine authenticity; also offers a comprehensive collection of Heuer catalogs and literature. Also, check the companion website Breitling-Navitimer.com.
Dealers in Vintage Watches andChronographs -- Likely to Find Heuers
- HeuerBoy.com -- On any given day, Nic Green's website is where you will find the largest selection of vintage Heuers in the world; the best of the best, and rarest of the rare, all found here. Great guy; great site.
- Matthew Bain Inc. -- This Miami, Florida dealer always has interesting vintage chronographs, and will usually feature some nice vintage Heuers.
- WatchesToBuy
-- Derek Dier's beautiful site has a broad selection of vintage
watches and chronographs; some emphasis on military timepieces;
usually some nice Heuers.
- World of Time --
A beautiful site, with a large selection of top watches. Among the hundreds of watches, at any given time, you can expect to find 10 or 20 excellent Heuer chronographs and dashboard timepieces.
- Wanna
Buy A Watch? --Los Angeles store, with as many chronographs as you will find anywhere; always a few Heuers. Ken is one of the great guys in the vintage watch world; reliable and trustworthy.
- ExoticWatches.net -- Philippe specializes in the vintage Rolexes, but always has some beautiful Heuers.
- Private Eyes Vintage Watches
-- Endo's site features an excellent range of chronographs, primarily from the 1940's and 1950's, with Heuer and many of our other favorite brands, all in top noth condition.
- Jack Road Watches
-- website is written in Japanese, and the store will not ship outside Japan, but the amazing selection of modern and vintage watches makes this a worthwhile visit.
- ClassicHeuer.de
-- a beautiful website from Jasper Bitter, a frequent contributor to OnTheDash and Chronocentric; primarily Heuers, and some excellent jacket and other accessories.
- ATG
Vintage Watches -- Alistair Gibbons, a long-time contributor to OnTheDash and Chronocentric, has re-launched his website (August 2006). This beautiful website
features Alistair's Blog,
as well as a lively Vintage
Watch Discussion Forum.
- CoolVintageWatches.com
-- Good looking watches, with emphasis on 50s through 70s; owner John Putnam is one of the nice guys in the vintage watch business.
- Terence Howells -- Dealer located in Basel, will usually have some nice Heuers.
- Bachman
& Scher -- A Munich store, wtih nice vintage chronographs (Heuer, Breitling, etc.)
- TimeMan.Net -- one of the largest selections of vintage chronographs on the Internet -- Heuer, Omega, Breitling and all our other favorite brands.
- GoodWatch.com
-- a nice selection of vintage watches and chronographs, which will usually include a handful of Heuers.
- Farfo's
Vintage Watches -- John DiDonato
has a great eye for the vintage chronographs, and will usually
have some Heuers in stock; also check this site for the "poor
man's Heuers"
- Clemens
von Halem -- Among the beautiful
Patek Philippes and Rolexes, you will usually find a handful of high-end
Heuers; often has pre-Carrera chronographs, from the 1940's and
50's.
- VintageHeuer.com
-- Respected UK dealer Jonathan Scatchard offers vintage Heuers and other interesting chronographs..
- Heirloom
Gallery -- a beautiful,
informative website with lots of top quality chronographs (and
always some interesting Heuers); owner Shawn is always excellent
to deal with, as well
- Gisbert
A. Joseph Watches -- the most
comprehensive website of watches and chronographs (for sale) and
incredible watch-related information
- Finer
Times -- adds new items almost
every day; you can search by brand or see what has been added most
recently
- Chronomaster
Mechanical Watches -- a U.K.
dealer, with a large supply; always some Heuers; lots of vintage
chronographs and military watches
Dealers in Vintage Watches and
Chronographs -- No Heuers, but Fun Anyway!!
- WorldlyWatches.com
-- Visit this site to admire the very best sport Rolexes, including vintage Daytonas, Submariners, Sea Dwellers and McQueen's "other" watches. Be sure to check out Stephane's personal collection. If only he owned a nice Heuer, his collection would be complete!!
- Robert Moran, Inc.
-- Load of high-end vintage chronographs, including the best from Rolex and Patek Philippe.
Websites relating to Breitling Chronographs
- History
of the Breitling Navitimer and History
of the Breitling Cosmonaute -- Alan Trott's fantastic illustrated histories of these legendary Breitling chronographs; also includes links to other Breitling resources.
- www.Navitimer.Net>
-- the unoficial website of the
Breitling Navitimer; includes a list showing serial numbers for
each year of production, from 1944 through 1978
- Breitling
Navitimer - by Kurt Broendum --
everything you ever wanted to know about the history and
variations of the Breitling Navitimer, including excellent photos
of the major versions.
- Breitling Source --
I have just spotted this website (January 2008), which seeks to become a comprehensive source of information about the Breitlings, both vintage and modern. The website has a series of forums -- including one covering the vintage Breitlings -- as well as articles, reviews and other interesting information.
- Horological Services --
Leading US factory certified service center for Breitling watches, with excellent restoration services.
Websites relating to Seiko Watches
Websites relating to LCD, LED, Jump-Hour and Other Crazy, Funky and Unusual Watches
- Watchismo-- Fantastic blog and a shop with lots of unusual watches. The Watchismo Times blog is self-described as "a relinquary of obscure timepieces from bygone eras as well as the cutting edge designs of today" I don't know what a "relinquary" might be, but this is a fantastic blog.
- 70s Watches.com--
This site announces that it sells 70's watches for watch collectors and "70's style gurus". Not so sure about the style guru thing, but this website does have some interesting watches and clocks.
- Digital Watch Forum -- When you want to take a break from the Heuers, Omegas and Rolexes, have a look at this forum, covering LED watches and LCD watches. Even if you aren't into these watches, you may admire a nice forum, with lots of references and resources.
Watch-Related References -- Non-Commercial
- Chuck Maddox's Articles
About Watches . . . an amazing
group of articles written by Chuck Maddox, and lots of links and
watch resources
- Chronocentric
-- The largest independent, non-commercial, consumer-oriented
resource on the Internet for owners, collectors and enthusiasts of
fine wristwatches. Online since 1998.
- Watchfinder
-- An incredible resource, for
modern and vintage watches; helps you learn which watch to buy,
and where to buy it . . . covers hundreds of brands and includes a
database to identify the watches that you want.
- WatchesOnline.biz
-- a portal for watch
enthusiasts featuring an extensive database of watch, clock and
horology links...news, reviews and watch discounts
Dealers in Vintage Rally Gear and
Memorabilia
- Retro-UK
-- Classic Rally Spares and Accessories
- Autochron
-- Specialists in historic race
and rally timing and navigational equipment
- autosportcollector.com
-- Laurence Edscer's fantastic selection of Motorsport
Memorabilia
- Ford
RS Stuff -- Ford RS and Rally
Sport Memorabilia
Websites relating to Watch Movements
Websites of Vintage Racing Photographs
- Formula
SL -- Formula One photographs
from the early 1970's, including many by our friend,
Sue
Lehmann (shown with Jo Siffert,
in the photo).
