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Business News: The 2019 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) Finalists
One of these will take home watchmaking's biggest prize.
Results for WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Educational Program)
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Revolution
Review: A. Lange & Söhne Double Split
A. Lange & Söhne Double Split is the leading lady of a month-long summer romance that one reviewer will long remember.
SJX Watches
Seiko Introduces the Presage Spring Drive Enamel Dial
Seiko has cultivated its Presage collection as one that offers watches featuring dials decorated with artisanal techniques like Shippo enamel or Arita porcelain, but at extremely affordable prices. Now Seiko has just rolled out the first-ever Presage watches powered by the brand’s best-known innovation – the Spring Drive, an electronically regulated mechanical movement previously only found in Credor, Grand Seiko and Prospex watches. And the Spring Drive has been combined with a decidedly more traditional face, with both new models featuring vitreous enamel dials. Available in either white or black, the enamel dials are once again produced by master craftsman Mitsuru Yokosawa and his team, who are adept at producing enamel dials of high-quality and in large quantities, but relatively low prices. The clean and slightly retro dial design, however, is the work of the design studio founded by Japanese industrial designer Riki Watanabe. After his death in 2013, the design of his work was entrusted to his colleague, who stuck closely to Watanabe’s ideals of functionality and beauty in the conception of the watch. The dial is characterised by a striking clarity thanks to the high contrast between the hands, hour markers and dial, as well as Arabic numerals in Didoni typeface, a favourite of Watanabe. Notably, the date is properly integrated into the dial design with a date wheel that matches the colour of the dial, while the combination of the contrasting...
Revolution
Very Briefly: Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendars (Pre-2000, Prices)
A skeletal essentials-only history and price guide to Patek Philippe perpetual calendar watches from the 20th century, in mostly incomplete sentences.
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Quick takes: IWC Pilot’s Watch Timezoner Spitfire Edition “The Longest Flight”
IWC's contribution to the “Silver Spitfire - The Longest Flight” project. The IWC Pilot's Timezoner is easy to operate with gloves and created with the pilot in mind.
Hodinkee
The Grey NATO: Episode 88: A Chat With Nirmal 'Nims' Purja
Jason sits down for a chat with "Nims," the man behind the amazing and audacious Bremont Project Possible.
Revolution
The Moon Phase Watch
An easy understanding of the moon phase watch to rekindle the relevance of this beautiful orb to our lives.
Hodinkee
Hands-On: The Monta Atlas
Monta's latest GMT is a handsome and reserved take on a versatile travel-ready watch.
Revolution
Citizen Watch To Fabricate Super Titanium for the Moon
The watchmaking business is a frequent borrower in the library of aerospace engineering. Citizen’s Super Titanium sets the gear on reverse.
SJX Watches
Longines Introduces the Master Collection Moonphase
Longines’ Master Collection excels at entry-level complications that are affordably priced – last year’s annual calendar is a great buy – and the latest in the range is a moon phase and date. The Master Collection Moonphase is a watch that’s clear in what it wants to to. Aside from the time, it has a pointer date and moon indicators in a sub-dial at six, for a clean and symmetrical dial. The Master Collection Moonphase ref. L2.919.4.78.3 It’s powered by the L899 movement, an automatic based on the ETA A31.L91, which is an upgraded version of the common ETA 2892. The most obvious functional upgrade is the extended 64-hour power reserve, achieved in part by reducing the beat rate of the balance wheel from 4Hz to 3.5Hz. Like many other models in the Master Collection, the new moon phase is offered in two cases sizes – 40mm and 42mm – both in stainless steel. Dial options are silvered barleycorn guilloche, black barleycorn, or sun-ray brushed metallic blue. The smaller, 40mm case is also offered with brilliant-cut diamond hour markers on all dial styles. The Master Collection Moonphase 42mm The ref. L2.909.4.97.0 with diamond markers Key facts Diameter: 40mm or 42mm Material: Stainless steel Water resistance: 30m Movement: L899 Functions: Hours, minutes, second, moon phase and date Winding: Automatic Frequency: 25,200bph, or 3.5Hz Power reserve: 64 hours Strap: Leather strap or steel bracelet Price: US$2,350 for all versions, US$2,750 for the 40...
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Commentary on the new Omega Seamaster Aqua-Terra Ultra Light
Omega updates the Aqua-Terra collection with a Ultra Light model, in Gamma Titanium and a telescopic crown. Developed with golfer Rory McIlroy.
Hodinkee
Business News: U.S. Steel Watch Shortage Good For Gold
U.S. retail sales of gold watches rose 19% in value in the first half of 2019, according to the NPD Group.
Revolution
Purebred Athlete: Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra “Ultra Light”
In rethinking every aspect of the sports watch, Omega has created a veritable stunner in the Seamaster Aqua Terra “Ultra Light”.
Hodinkee
HODINKEE Radio: Episode 54: Jack Forster
Our editor-in-chief talks about the winding road to becoming a watch journalist, his early days in New York City, and the pocket watch that changed his life.
Revolution
Introducing the Longines Master Moon Phase in Stainless Steel
Longines introduces Master Moon Phase in stainless steel, in 40 and 42 mm in Taiwan.
Time+Tide
Dive into the Christopher Ward C65 Trident Automatic
Editor’s note: Sometimes, amid all the hullaballoo around specifications, it’s easy to forget what makes watches fun. Sure, helium escape valves can play a part in that. But if we’re completely honest, it’s about how a watch looks on the wrist, and makes us feel. And by those metrics, the Christopher Ward C65 Trident Automatic … ContinuedThe post Dive into the Christopher Ward C65 Trident Automatic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Hodinkee
Sunday Drive: Monterey Car Week 2019 With Photographer Bruce W. Talamon
Chasing down some of the finest cars in the world while experiencing all that Monterey Car Week has to offer.
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Short Takes: The Gemset Rolex Daytona 2019
The Rolex Daytona 116588TBR-0003 was introduced at BaselWorld 2019. As much as it's famous for tool-watch stainless steel Daytonas, Rolex has also an arsenal of precious metal models famed for their 'outlandish' designs.
Time+Tide
INTRODUCING: Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Date limited edition
The Polaris collection was launched by Jaeger-LeCoultre last year to pay tribute to the dive watches produced by the brand in the ’60s and ’70s. Instantly recognisable with the super-compressor style case and internal bezel, the Polaris has been given a new look in the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Date. What makes this new edition different can … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Date limited edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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In Depth: Armin Strom Masterpiece 2 Minute Repeater Resonance
We go in-depth and hands-on with the Armin Strom Masterpiece 2 Minute Repeater Resonance, recently released on the brands 10th year under new owners.
Hodinkee
Hands-On: The Zodiac Astrographic 50th-Anniversary Limited Edition
A "mystery dial" explores time and space.
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Up close: Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Carbon
We go up close to the Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Carbon, and give our review after living with the watch for two weeks.What is it like? We reveal all.
Time+Tide
3 things you need to know about the Seiko Prospex LX collection
Editor’s note: The Seiko Prospex LX collection has finally hit Australian shores, so we thought we’d revisit this piece from Baselworld, where the design guru largely responsible for the look of the new line dropped some LX-oriented knowledge … Seiko’s Baselworld press conference is one of my few must-not-miss appointments, if only for a much-needed … ContinuedThe post 3 things you need to know about the Seiko Prospex LX collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time+Tide
Another look at the Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph
Editor’s note: In the last few years Montblanc has made quite the pivot away from the dressier end of the watch spectrum, to some sportier, more robust models. Case in point, the Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph from a few years ago now. While Montblanc is not a mainstream chronograph brand, with watches this smart, it’s … ContinuedThe post Another look at the Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Hodinkee
Happenings: A HODINKEE Meet-Up At The Leica Store San Francisco On Wednesday, August 21
Come out to talk watches, cameras, and more.
Revolution
Revolution Watch Podcast Ep. 11: Christian Selmoni
In this episode, we sit down with Christian Selmoni of Vacheron Constantin to delve into the brand’s past, from old vintage timepieces to its history of collaborations.
Time+Tide
RECOMMENDED READING: The problem with the GPHG
First uncovered in the tomb of a 17th century Genevan clockmaker, the words which are now passed into lore: “Every time someone says the GPHG is the Oscars of the watch world, a bunny dies.” So as to avoid the death of any more happy hoppers, I’ll describe the GPHG as the biggest prize in … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The problem with the GPHG appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time+Tide
The big bad Bulgari Octo Chronograph
Editor’s note: This year we’ve been a little guilty of gushing all over the brand spanking new Octo Finissimo Chronograph, but it’s worth remembering that this shiny new star isn’t the only Octo Chrono in the mix. Meet the definitely not thin Bulgari Octo Chronograph … One of the marks of a strong watch design … ContinuedThe post The big bad Bulgari Octo Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time+Tide
Solid value, awesome lume - the Ball Engineer Master II Skindiver II
Editor’s note: These days, Ball is a bit of a niche brand, but even though they’re not front of mind, they’re in no danger of fading away, thanks to their exceptional lume. Cam has a look at one of their modern divers, the Ball Engineer Master II Skindiver II. Read on … The watch industry … ContinuedThe post Solid value, awesome lume – the Ball Engineer Master II Skindiver II appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The new Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph
After bringing Laureato firmly back into the spotlight, Girard-Perregaux increases the case size and makes the watch look more sporty. Laureato Absolute is entirely clad in black PVD-treated titanium and water-resistant to 300 metres.