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The HMT Watch Collectors (HWC) group in Bengaluru will soon release a watch in memory of their founder Prashant Pandey, who died of Covid-19 last year. It will be called Malhar. It was ideated by Prashant himself but the HWC group has gone many steps ahead to make it a perfect tribute for him. The backside of each watch will have an image of Prashant, and the bottom of the face will be printed with PP39 (a reference to Prashant Pandey who died at 39), among other details. Prashant had worked on four more watch projects earlier for HWC, namely Janata, Kohinoor, Nakshatra, and a pocket watch. But Malhar was Prashant’s dream project, which got shelved because of the pandemic. “He called it Malhar as he believed the monsoon lifts spirits and brings optimism and hope in one’s life. Rains make the surroundings beautiful,” Juhi Pandey, his wife, told Metrolife. It is Juhi who takes care of Prashant’s collection now, which he had built over eight years and which comprised of more than 1,000 HMT watches. “The Malhar watch has already found customers across the world as Prashant was loved by many. He knew stories related to most HMT models, and even after the company shut down, he was still advocating for them,” she adds. Design details The watch is a result of consultations with Prashant’s watch collector friends. Besides Prashant’s image, one can find ‘P’ (in red) curled into the stem of the H, and the font of Malhar was chosen by Shubhangi, the couple’s daughter. “Every watch wil...

When it comes to watch markets around the world, the United States is the biggest importer of Swiss watches, followed by China and Hong Kong. According to a report released by Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH, in 2021, Switzerland exported watches worth CHF 3,078.8 million to the USA, worth CHF 2,967.2 million to China, and worth CHF 2133.4 million to Hong Kong. These top three importers were followed by Japan, the UK, Singapore, Germany, the UAE, France, and Italy. India came in at No. 24—Switzerland exported watches totalling CHF 156.8 million to India, 95 per cent lower than that of the USA. A silver lining was that the exports to India had seen a bump of 61.7 per cent from 2020. However, that doesn’t change the fact that watch brands still consider India a relatively small market. What this most tangibly, and at the most basic level, results in is a lack of access to certain models for purchase— brands may choose to not release those models in the country or just distribute them in bigger markets—and a chasm in the information about watches and watchmaking. Think of it as a support group for horophiles, only with a positive spin. From discussing new watches and iconic models to being able to get a large and varied set of opinions before buying a watch to even landing a vintage reference or a pre-loved piece at a great price, these groups help their members in several ways. But at the heart of it is the chance to connect with people who share the same p...

We are excited to introduce Khaki – a limited-edition collection of exclusive watches by Ajwain in partnership with Swarajya. Crafted with immense care and precision, this collection pays homage to the indomitable spirit and heroic feats of the Indian Army in three epic battles – Walong, Rezang La, and Basantar. The Khaki Collection: - Each timepiece bears the name of the battle and the units engraved on the case back, turning it into a remarkable piece of history that you can wear on your wrist. - These watches are entirely made in India – from the movement to the dial, celebrating the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat. - The Khaki collection is crafted from 100% stainless steel, promising long-lasting durability and a timeless look. This brave stand of the Kumaon Regiment against the Chinese attack in Arunachal Pradesh's Kameng Division is an example of resilience and courage. • Intense Conflict: The 6th Battalion of the Kumaon Regiment faced heavy assaults in one of the fiercest battles of the Sino-Indian War of 1962. • Gallantry Awards: Five Vir Chakras were awarded to individuals from 6 Kumaon for their bravery. • Stalwart Defense: The Indian soldiers, significantly outnumbered, showed tenacity and repelled multiple Chinese assaults. • Heavy Casualties: Only 17 Indian soldiers from the Delta Company of 6 Kumaon returned from the battle, while the Chinese side suffered approximately five times more casualties. The heroic last stand made by the 13th Battalion of the Kumaon R...

Note: The decommissioned Indian Army M19A1 Ammo can ( optional) is NOT 1961- 71 vintage, but from 1990 onwards . Specification • Domed Dial with Applied Metal Indices • Vintage Syringe type hands with Swiss Superluminova Lume • Domed Acrylic crystal • Case: 40mm Full Stainless steel case • Movement: Licenced Seiko 63A/ Allwyn A6300 17 Jewels Hand-wind. 21,600 VPH • 20 mm lugs • Solid Case Back • 2 years warranty. Strap • 20mm Ajwain canvas /Suede leather strap