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Photo Report: MoonSwatch Déjà Vu: Lines Form In NYC For The Launch Of The Blancpain X Swatch Scuba Fifty Fathoms

The new automatic Bioceramic collab still had people turning out in droves, and we were on the scene in Times Square.

Laco Introduces the Atacama Quartz UTC, a True Tool No Matter How You Slice It

Doomsday preppers and the most hardcore of watch collectors are in for a real treat. German watch manufacturer Laco is doubling down on the success of its Atacama.2 by introducing the Atacama Quarz UTC. It’s a more affordable and focused watch with a new trick up its sleeve: GMT functionality. Primarily known for their excellent pilot watches, Laco has collaborated closely with German soldiers, firefighters, and other action-oriented professionals to hone their “Squad and Sport” timepieces. It only takes a glance to understand. You can learn a lot about this watch in its name. It’s still an Atacama, which means it shares the same PVD-coated treatment, date complication, rubber strap, unidirectional bezel, and matte dial as the Atacama.2. But now it’s powered by quartz, “Quarz” in German, and features an independent GMT – or UTC – hand. The new watch is 46mm in diameter, but the Ronda 515 GMT quartz movement inside has enabled Laco to slim the watch down to 10.5mm with a “contact area” of just 34mm. This is also in part due to the conical shape of the case, allowing the watch to feel much smaller and comfortable on the wrist than its maximum diameter may suggest. The use of black PVD-coating and generous amounts of lume on the hands, dial, and bezel result in a watch that is supremely legible to its wearer while remaining subdued to would-be onlookers (or enemies). The crown at twelve o-clock is integrated into and protected by the articulating lugs. D...

TGIFriday: Rolls-Royce launch event for the new Spectre in Singapore

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars launches the Asian debut of Spectre in an event in Singapore. We were at the event and bring you this brief report.

New McGonigle Ogma for 2024: No Watch, No Photos, No Sketches, No Launch, But First Editions Already Nearly Sold Out - Welcome To the New Normal

There are no photos (either real or CAD) nor sketches of the McGonigle Ogma, and there’s been no public announcement; however (surprise, surpise!), most of the watches have already been reserved. How times have changed. In the words of Dorothy to her dog in The Wizard of Oz after being sucked up by a tornado, "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore."

Glasgow’s Paulin Returns with the Modul, Available in Quartz and Mechanical Versions

For watch enthusiasts, some big news out of Scotland this month: Paulin Watches, the Glasgow based brand that this year marks a decade in business, has been acquired by anOrdain, fellow Glaswegians and occasional collaborators. This, quite obviously, begins a new chapter for Paulin, a brand that has long been a favorite of ours here at Worn & Wound for their quirky and contemporary designs. The reboot happens under the watch of Imogen Ayers, a founding member of the anOrdain team, and Paulin’s Creative Director. Right out of the gate, they’ve introduced a new watch that signals a new direction, offering some hints about where the brand is heading.  The new watch, dubbed the Paulin Modul, is so named because it was inspired by the very concept of modular design. The Paulin team, having sourced a variety of unused vintage movements and not being certain of what types of calibers they’d have access to in the future, wanted to create a watch that could accommodate those different movements. This is a fairly radical idea, as anyone who has lamented slightly changed (usually increased) case dimensions following a movement “upgrade” in a product line can attest. For the Modul, the movement, dial, and hands are placed within a watertight, steel inner case, which is then attached to a steel outer case via a pair of screws on both sides. The cushion shaped case measures 35mm in diameter and is just 8.2mm tall.   To drive the modular point home, the Modul is available wi...

Watches, Stories, & Gear: Rowing Blazers Slated to Hit Target Retail Stores with Latest Collaboration, Creative Director Turned Watchmaker, & Marking a Momentous Occasion with the CW&T; Time Since Launch Capsule

“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to be digging on this week. We love gear. Share your story ideas or interesting finds with us by emailing tcalara@wornandwound.com Header Image Via: Rowing Blazers x Target Rowing Blazers x Target Debut Expansive (and Affordable) Collection Via Rowing Blazers x Target Rowing Blazers has been a common sight here on Worn & Wound for their uber-cool collaborations with watch brands such as Seiko, Zodiac and Tudor. It has been a way for Jack Carlson and company to incorporate the brand’s distinct style that blends the use of bold colors and patterns with design cues drawn from a wide spectrum of inspiration spanning between oxbridge-aesthetic and sportswear. The New York based brand and design studio has now turned their sights to Target as their next collaborative dance partner, offering up their largest collection yet at the wallet-friendly prices you’d find at the one-stop-shop big-box retailer. Via Rowing Blazers x Target The Rowing Blazers x Target collection spans over 100 pieces that includes apparel for adults, kids and even your four-legged family members, countless accessories, home decor and for outdoor play. Like any collaboration Rowing Blazers finds themselves involved with, the products come wit...

Working With Photographer Amy Shore on the Launch of the Farer x Worn & Wound Limited Edition

When it came time to shoot the Farer x Worn & Wound Limited Edition, we decided, quickly, to turn to Farer’s own ambassador, Amy Heynes (née Shore) for lifestyle photography. An incredibly talented and stylized photographer, her specialty is in the automotive industry. In fact, she co-owns Willam Heynes Cars with her husband (William Heynes, also the model in the shoot), which specializes in Jaguar preservation and restoration. When it came time to shoot the Farer x Worn & Wound Limited Edition, we decided, quickly, to turn to Farer’s own ambassador, Amy Heynes (née Shore) for lifestyle photography. An incredibly talented and stylized photographer, her specialty is in the automotive industry. In fact, she co-owns Willam Heynes Cars with her husband (William Heynes, also the model in the shoot), which specializes in Jaguar preservation and restoration. The post Working With Photographer Amy Shore on the Launch of the Farer x Worn & Wound Limited Edition appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Photo Report: In Times Square For The Launch Of The New Moonshine MoonSwatch - Turns Out It’s Been (Slightly) Updated

MoonSwatch took Manhattan with a new differentiating detail, and we were on the scene to see it.

Nivada Grenchen Gives Us the Best of All Worlds with Chronoking Meca-Quartz

Nivada Grenchen’s Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver represents their interpretation of a multi-functional steel sports chronograph teeming with vintage attributes. The collection’s signature – a two subdial display, tachymeter scale integrated into the outer dial, and a rotating bezel that subtly incorporates a 12 hour display giving the already highly capable chronograph the ability to track another timezone. The vintage aesthetic doesn’t just harken back to the designs of your classic steel sport of watch of the 60’s and 70’s, it actually pulls from the very same design cues of the original Nivada Grenchen chronographs. Nivada’s current Chronoking Manual in particular retains the collection’s design language, but doubles down on the age-old appearance with its chocolate-toned subdials and yellow markers. Topping it all off, the Chronoking encases a Sellita SW510 manual movement in a tidy 38mm case. These are all attractive features and the norm within the Chronoking, as well as the rest of the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver collection. The only caveat here is that their chronographs are positioned within a crowded price tier filled with brands offering something relatively similar in design and function. However recently, Nivada Grenchen released a very enticing iteration of their Chronoking in the Chronoking Meca-Quartz. Albeit sold out, the Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Meca-Quartz includes all the charming traits and functionality at an approachable $479. Vi...

The Best Moon Phase Watches of 2024 | Mechanical and Quartz Options

Get all the charm and novelty of a moon phase watch without breaking your budget - here are 10 moon phase timepieces to explore!

In-Depth: A New Exhibit Shows How Patek Helped Start The Quartz Race

Powerhouse dealers Analog:Shift and Collectability team up for Meeting Point, a New York exhibition of Patek Philippe's atomic age master clocks – including an ultra-rare clock bearing the Rolex and Patek double signature.

Time Traveler’s Clock: Deciding An Atomic Clock, GPS Signal, Quartz Clock And Marine Chronometer Alone Just Didn’t Cut The Mustard, This Inventor Synced Them All Together

Imagine that after discovering and rebuilding the (imaginary) Time Viewer originally constructed by Leonardo da Vinci, an inventor saw the need for a navigational clock for time travelers. Well one inventor, Tom Bales, did just that and acted upon it.

INTRODUCING: This minty-fresh foursome celebrates the Seiko 140th Anniversary from a tough Seiko 5 to the technical tour de force of Astron.

It’s 140 years since Seiko founder Kintaro Hattori established his first watchmaking shop in Tokyo. To mark this occasion, the Seiko designers must’ve had a craving for menthol judging by the icy cool aesthetics of the Seiko 140th Anniversary collection. Seiko 5 Sports 140th Anniversary Limited Edition SRPG47K1 Let’s kick off with the most accessible … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: This minty-fresh foursome celebrates the Seiko 140th Anniversary from a tough Seiko 5 to the technical tour de force of Astron. appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Grey NATO: Episode 86: Quartz Concerns

Trade your sweep hand for a ticker and come quartz with us.

Celebrating the Launch of the IWC x The Rake and Revolution Timepiece at SIHH 2019

In the presence of friends and well wishers, our limited edition timepiece, the IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic  36mm Special  Edition for  The  Rake  & Revolution was launched on the third night of SIHH 2019, at the grand IWC booth.

New: Alpina introduces the Seastrong Diver GMT in quartz movement

Inspired by the oceans, Alpina introduces six new models of the Seastrong GMT joining the iconic Diver collection.

Spot the Watch: Bill Gates and a $50 quartz diver watch

If you have a cool net worth of USD 90.5 billion, what would your ideal wrist watch be? Which watch did we spot on Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft and one of the world's richest man?

Product Launch: Bulgari 2016 Novelties, with the All Blacks Sevens

Bulgari showcased their 2016 novelties at Empress, with an interesting Rugby Clinic for the media earlier in the day. Click here to find out more!

Girard-Perregaux’s New Laureato Aston Martin Edition Has One of the Most Insane Dials You’ve Ever Seen

Bell & Ross’ New BR-03 Astro Shows Off The Earth, Moon, Mars, And A Satellite To Tell The Time

Introducing the Girard-Perregaux Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition

Introducing the Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph Aston Martin F1 Edition

F.P. Journe Creates Unique Élégante Titalyt “Pink” for Charity

F.P. Journe has just unveiled a unique version of its bestselling quartz sports watch that will be sold to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), an American non-profit that raises funds for medical research. The Élégante Titalyt “Pink” is based on the large 48 mm model with an oxide-coated titanium case. Making it unique is the hour numeral “1” in pink, a detail that is matched by a pink rubber strap. Introduced a decade ago, the Élégante is F.P. Journe’s take on a fuss-free sports watch. Although the Tortue case is historically inspired – and also identical to the case of the Vagabondage models – the Élégante is equipped with the brand’s only quartz movement. Developed in-house, the cal. 1210 features a motion detector that activates “sleep” mode. If the watch is stationary for 35 minutes, the movement goes into hibernation and the hands freeze but the movement continues to keep time. Once the watch is picked up, the hands will travel to show the correct time.  In normal time-telling mode the Élégante will run for eight to ten years on a fresh battery, and in “sleep” mode a battery lasts up to 18 years. The quartz movement of the Élégante has red gold tracks on the circuit board, a reference to the red gold bridges and plates in the brand’s mechanical movements All of the proceeds from the sale of the watch will go to the BCRF. Conducted by Phillips, the auction will take place at a private event on Miami on March 2, h...

The New Citizen Attesa Brings a Wild Dial to a Very Serious Quartz Watch

Citizen gives its high-tech Attesa a colorful update with two limited-edition Eco-Drive GPS chronographs inspired by natural light phenomena.

Introducing: The Grand Seiko SBGX359 And SBGX361 - The Brand's Smallest 9F Quartz Watches

A brand new movement supports a downsized spin on a classic GS design.