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Watch Guide Video: Jeanrichard - 1681
Posted on July 26 2021
The 1681 by Jean Richard was the flagship of the JR line. Using their first in-house calibre, this is their interpretation of a dress watch.
Watch Guide Video: Omega 1970s Seamaster Chronostop
Posted on June 25 2021
This weeks watch guide video is about the Omega 1970s Seamaster Chronostop.
Watch Guide Video: Tag Heuer Monaco 1st Reissue
Posted on June 02 2021
The first Monaco of the modern era, in the late 1990’s Tag Heuer decided to look back and resurrect some famous models of the past.
Watch Guide Video: Sinn - EZM1 Limited Edition 'Final Run'
Posted on May 24 2021
The Sinn - EZM1 Limited Edition 'Final Run', originally produced as the watch for the German SWAT team of the German federal customs authority.
Watch Guide Video: Chopard Grand Prix De Monaco Historique Limited Edition
Posted on April 20 2021
The combination of Titanium and Rose Gold is a personal favourite, the darker hue coming from the titanium and the warmer colour from the Rose Gold make for a great looking pair that is a lot less in your face than the usual pairing of steel and yellow gold.
Watch Guide Video: JS Watch Co 1919
Posted on April 13 2021
JS Watch Co. has an interesting origin, four passionate and enthusiastic watch collectors had their shared dream come true when they founded Iceland's first and only watch manufacturing company. The limited volume of production gives every timepiece a personal character and a true feeling of exclusivity.
Watch Guide Video: Tudor Heritage Chrono Monte Carlo
Posted on April 08 2021
This weeks watch guide video review, is about the very cool Tudor Heritage Chrono Monte Carlo, and this is what Ryan had to say:
Find out more about this watch on our website here.
Watch Guide Video - IWC Le Petit Prince Pilots Chronograph
Posted on March 24 2021
Check out Ryan's video review of the IWC "Le Petit Prince" Pilots Chronograph watch which we have in store and online, available for sale right now: Or find out more about this watch here. The "Le Petit Prince" aspect of the watch is derived from Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s...
Watch Guide Video - 2010 Rolex Explorer 2
Posted on March 18 2021
Today Ryan will show you the 2010 black dial Rolex Explorer 2, which we currently have available online and in-store:
To find out more about this watch on our website click here.
Watch Guide Video: Patek Philippe - Naviquartz Clock
Posted on March 06 2021
Tune into the latest (one minute) edition of Ryan's watch guide video presentation it is all about the very cool Patek Philippe Deskclock Naviquartz, not something you see every day and a great gift idea for your everything horology loving friend.
Watch Guide Video: Louis Erard Excellence Regulator
Posted on February 05 2021
Today Ryan is presenting the Louis Erard Excellence Regulator. Louis Erard is a boutique Swiss watch brand company which has been producing beautiful watches since 1929, and is the newest brand of watches we are carrying. It has a slightly different way of telling the time, tune into this one...
Watch Guide Video: Doxa Sub 750T Sharkhunter limited edition
Posted on December 03 2020
Ryan has a great watch to show you this week it's the Doxa Sub 750T Sharkhunter. Bad news though we have already sold this watch but it's so cool we wanted to show it to you anyway...
Our Neighbours, worth a visit!
Posted on November 12 2020
FIVE:45 is located amongst an eclectic and colourful range of wonderful neighbours, including our favourite barber shop, world class restaurants, cool coffee shops, cafes and a new and very popular ice cream shop. Also a wide range of awesome retailers, including vintage and retro fashion and other speciality retail/gift stores.
Watch Guide Video: Heuer Pasadena Chronograph
Posted on November 10 2020
Today Ryan is showing us the Heuer Pasadena Chronograph watch which was first produced in 1979. This particular watch which we currently have in-store and online 24/7, is a generation 3 dial watch which means it would have been produced around 1983. This was one of the last watches that...
Watch Guide Video: Omega 1978 Speedsonic Chronograph
Posted on October 10 2020
The Omega Speedmaster Speedsonic, nick-named "Lobster" because of the interesting looking bracelet, was first released in the early 1970's.
Watch Guide Video: Seiko Yachtsman (UFO)
Posted on September 27 2020
The Seiko Yachtsman is more commonly referred to as the Seiko "UFO" because of the shape of the case and the tendency for it to "float" on the wearers wrist.
Watch Guide Video: Rolex 50th Anniversary Submariner (Kermit)
Posted on September 14 2020
Given the current timing of the latest release 2020 Rolex 50th Anniversary Submariner, and the fact that we have an immaculate 2007 example currently in stock, this week Ryan has decided to show us this beautiful watch.
What Are The Jewels in My Watch For?
Posted on September 10 2020
Jewel bearings are used in precision instruments where low friction, long life, and dimensional accuracy are important. In watches jewels are used as bearings to help in the frictionless movement of the many tiny parts in your watch. They're set in holes drilled into the movement plate and bridges, and hold the rotating pivots...
Watch Guide Video: Laco 1941 German Luftwaffe Navigation Watch
Posted on August 31 2020
I think you will agree that Ryan's watch guide today is about a very rare and special watch - the Laco 1941 German Luftwaffe Navigation Watch.
Watch Guide Video: Omega 1963 Pre Moon Speedmaster
Posted on August 19 2020
We are excited to introduce the "FIVE:45 Watch Guide". Which is a short video about one of our favourite watches currently available for sale in-store and online.
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