Watch Reviews, watch blogs & watch news by Angus Davies
About Escapement MagazineESCAPEMENT is an online magazine aimed at individuals with a passion for watch collecting, who appreciate “the finer things in life”. It is owned and operated by Angus Davies and his wife, Heidi Davies. Angus regularly writes reviews on timepieces which pique his interest, whilst Heidi edits all of his work. In addition, guest writers often contribute to ESCAPEMENT, providing an alternative view of the world of luxury.
Philip Day discusses Yorkshire Single Malt Whisky, Spirit of Yorkshire An old school-friend of mine is a bit of a ‘completist’. All during his years at school he collected bus timetables and bus tickets from the many bus companies that existed in the 1960’s onwards. He then got the cinema bug and made it his…
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Mouthwatering Urban Jürgensen has recently unveiled its Reference 1140L RG Brown, a timepiece with a rich, dark chocolate dial. Angus Davies discusses in detail this mouthwatering concoction. Watches and food are two of my greatest passions. In this instance, it would appear Urban Jürgensen has blended the two together to splendiferous effect. Its latest model, the…
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Join the Club The Baume & Mercier Clifton Club 10337 is a modern timepiece from the Genevan brand. It features the hours, minutes and date, along with a delightfully clear orange and white central sweep seconds hand. With its neoteric mien this is a very versatile watch, suitable for an array of different social settings….
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Ascending to New Heights The Chopard Mille Miglia Classic XL 90th Anniversary Limited Edition is the most prestigious and highly specified timepiece to bear the iconic red Mille Miglia logo on its dial. Chopard has enjoyed a lengthy association with the Mille Miglia, arguably the most beautiful race in the world. This marriage was consummated…
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Wonderfully Aged The Graham Chronofighter Vintage Aircraft Ltd looks to the past with its aged steel case, vintage colour scheme and depiction of a Halifax bomber on its case-back. Life generally favours the young. Growing old is not something many individuals relish. Body parts tend not to work as well and limbs become a little…
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‘Finished To Perfection’ Justin Hast visits the retailer, William & Son, and falls in love with an exclusive Laurent Ferrier timepiece created for the prestigious, Mayfair-based retailer. Creating an instantly recognisable round watch is one of the great challenges any watchmaker faces. Laurent Ferrier has been taking on this challenge, with great success, since…
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