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Six of the best independent watches from French brands
Last week, we looked at Japanese brands. This week, we turn our attention to France. Here are our pick of six watches from French brands.
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Hodinkee
Photo Report: The 2024 Paris Olympics - Spotting Speedmasters And Witnessing World Records
A look at how Omega shows up – officially and unofficially – at the Olympic Games.
Time+Tide
Why are HMT watches underrated outside of India?
From Citizen roots to shutting down, HMT watches still offer plenty of value - but getting one is a different story.The post Why are HMT watches underrated outside of India? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Monochrome
The Petrolhead Corner - The Remarkable Story Of Vector Motors And A Chance To Own Not One, But Four Cars!
If I were to ask you what the greatest American-made supercar is, what would your answer be? The Corvette? The Viper? The Saleen S7 perhaps? Very likely, but I bet a few of you will immediately think of Gerald Wiegert and his Vector cars. Although it wasn’t meant to be for various reasons, you can’t […]
Worn & Wound
You’re Invited to The Worn & Wound West Coast Summer Pop-Up and After-Party hosted by The James Brand!
Hey Southern California, here we come. Any of you long time Worn & Wound readers will know that The James Brand is a company that’s been near and dear to our hearts for quite some time. They’re known for crafting some of the best everyday tools for modern explorers including utility knives and tools made with premium materials. We’re excited to share that The James Brand has opened a new location in Oceanside, CA! This space features a public retail area that showcases their signature modern, minimal everyday carry products. Join us in celebrating this occasion with an all-day West Coast Summer Pop-up and experience our unique offerings firsthand. The Worn & Wound West Coast Summer Pop-up hosted by The James Brand Saturday, August 17, 2024 12PM – 6PM Pacific The James Brand HQ 425 S Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 Free and open to the public. In addition to The James Brand and the Windup Watch Shop, several of our favorite watch brands will be there too, including Artefkt, Belmont Watch Co., Brew Watch Co., Citizen, Lōcī, and Zodiac, showcasing their latest and greatest releases available for viewing and purchase. This includes the very last 10 units of TJB’s latest collaboration with Timex: the Limited Edition Automatic GMT in Titanium. On behalf of The James Brand and our other brand partners joining us for this pop-up, we can’t wait to see you all, grab a drink, check out some cool gear, and talk watches. Since this event is free and open to the public, no R...
Worn & Wound
eBay Finds: A Classic Omega, a Fun Timex with a Familiar Beagle on the Dial, and a Gorgeous and Rare Piaget Chronograph
eBay Finds is back! This bi-monthly installment will feature a selection of watches currently listed on eBay that have caught the eye of editor Christoph McNeil (@vintagediver). If you come across any hidden gems on the ‘Bay drop us a note at info@wornandwound.com for potential inclusion! Vintage Timex Snoopy Tennis Watch Starting off this week with a fun one, a vintage Timex Snoopy Tennis watch with the original box! Remember these from when we were kids? I sure do! The watch is gold tone with a blue denim-pattern dial and of course Snoopy on the dial. His arm holding the racket along with the tennis ball are printed on a clear disc that rotates as the second hand. It has the original blue denim strap as well as the super cool Snoopy doghouse original plastic box. I mean, this nifty watch isn’t going to pass COSC testing, but just look how cool the whole package is! View auction here Vintage Seiko Sea Lion M88 This vintage Seiko Sea Lion M88 has a unique look that really stands out. The case is square(ish) but contrasted with the white round dial. The case looks unpolished with nice sharp edges and the original brushed finish. The dial is wild, with horizontal lines connecting the raised square steel hour markers. It has a date only window at 3 o’clock along with the classic Seiko dauphine hands. The caseback has a nifty sea lion logo engraved on it too. This is a cool one that should be easy on the watch budget but still be a fun one to wear with plenty of vintag...
Time+Tide
Porsche Design celebrates 50 years of the 911 Turbo with two new watches
An automotive icon celebrates 50 years since its inception with two new sporty Porsche Design chronographs.The post Porsche Design celebrates 50 years of the 911 Turbo with two new watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Fratello
Fratello’s Top 5 Modern Sports Watches With Integrated Bracelets Of The First Half Of 2024
Another Friday, another list! We’re slowly coming to the end of our series of lists that highlight the best of the first half of 2024. This week, we picked our favorite modern luxury sports watches with integrated bracelets. The category that was started by Gérald Genta’s Royal Oak has really taken off in the past […] Visit Fratello’s Top 5 Modern Sports Watches With Integrated Bracelets Of The First Half Of 2024 to read the full article.
Monochrome
Introducing - The New Glashütte Original Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date “Watermelon” and “Swimming Pool” Limited Editions
Glashütte Original continues its recent tradition by introducing two vibrant models to its Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date series. This time, the collection is energised with quintessential summer vibes, featuring dials in eye-catching coral red and turquoise. The retro charm of the Seventies, which defines the collection while encompassing the benefits of modern-day technology, is yet […]
Fratello
Hands-On With The 50thAnniversary Casiotron TRN-50SS And G-Shock GMW-B5000SS
Casio has turned 50 years old this year! The brand has released a string of different 50th-anniversary models to celebrate that anniversary. We had a chance to go hands-on with the Casiotron TRN-50SS and the G-Shock GMW-B5000SS. Out of the five 50th-anniversary models, they are undoubtedly the two that speak the most to us and […] Visit Hands-On With The 50thAnniversary Casiotron TRN-50SS And G-Shock GMW-B5000SS to read the full article.
Hodinkee
Editors' Picks: The Watches We'd Wear To Our Best Friend's Wedding
They're getting hitched and you need to come correct.
Deployant
Lang & Heyne CEO and Watchmaker discuss their latest watch
We met Lang & Heyne CEO Alexander Gutierrez Dias and Watchmaker Jens Schneider to discuss the Friedrich III Remontoir Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition.
Monochrome
Introducing - Chinese Independent Watchmaker Neo Kung and his Delectable Orienta Chronograph
A new name on the independent watchmaking firmament arises, as Chinese watchmaker Neo Kung presents his Orienta. With experience working for the Seagull and Shanghai movement manufacturers, Neo Kung has a deep understanding of what it takes to build a movement. And by the looks of it, he knows what he’s doing! His Orienta has […]
Fratello
Finding Microbrand Value For €500 Or Less-Five Options From RZE, Lorier, Namica, And More
Many well-known microbrands have emerged from their niche and become bonafide small brands. Thanks to crowd-funding initiatives, we have also seen many projects jump into the small-brand status directly. Yet a cloud of skepticism seems to hang over many Facebook groups and even in our own Fratelli’s comments. That raises the big question that I […] Visit Finding Microbrand Value For €500 Or Less-Five Options From RZE, Lorier, Namica, And More to read the full article.
Time+Tide
5 of the best silver watches, fashionably using an out-of-fashion case material
Silver is a material you'll rarely see used for casemaking these days, but these manufacturers have pretty much perfected it.The post 5 of the best silver watches, fashionably using an out-of-fashion case material appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Fratello
Fratello On Air: Likes And Dislikes Of Working In The Watch Industry
Fratello On Air is back with another rip-roaring episode! This week, our topic comes from one of our dear listeners and we talk about what like and dislike about working in the watch industry. It’s a candid take on some of our favorite aspects with some that don’t rate as highly. For those who wish […] Visit Fratello On Air: Likes And Dislikes Of Working In The Watch Industry to read the full article.
Fratello
Omega And The Paris 2024 Olympic Games - From The Wrists Of Gold Medalists And Record-Breakers To Trackside Timekeeping
This past Sunday, the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games came to an end. Over 45,000 volunteers helped organize more than 300 events across 35 different venues. Over 10,000 athletes from 200 countries tried their best to win a gold medal in one of the 32 different sports. I think we can conclude that this 33rd […] Visit Omega And The Paris 2024 Olympic Games - From The Wrists Of Gold Medalists And Record-Breakers To Trackside Timekeeping to read the full article.
Worn & Wound
Opinion: Pedigree, Provenance and a Case for the Newcomers
History is a double edged sword for a budget conscious collector like me. The nerdy half of me loves to get caught up in the horological space race of 1969 and participate in the 1953 drama of debating if Smiths or Rolex wore it best on top of Everest. But while my romantic side finds joy in history, the frugal collector in me has some reservations. This side of me knows that the watch industry is in constant flux as it adapts to new technologies, reacts to wars and navigates economic shifts. It’s the side of me that acknowledges brands brimming with pedigree did not weather this history unchanged, and can’t help but notice the value from those shiny new microbrands with seemingly no history to offer. What is a collector to do when they have a romantic enthusiast on one shoulder telling them the story behind a watch matters and a frugal cynic on the other asking if a plastic chronograph is really worth a premium because its metal counterpart went to the moon? Personally, rambling blog-style until coming to some sort of conclusion aimed at making sense of an often nonsensical hobby has never steered me wrong. Provenance vs Pedigree: A Collector’s Dilemma Historical watch conversations often focus on provenance, which can most simply be defined as the story behind a specific watch. Provenance is what separates Paul Newman’s Daytona from every other “Paul Newman” Daytona. It’s what makes Buzz Aldrin’s out-of-this world, misplaced Speedmaster worthy of obsessio...
Fratello
Introducing: The Grand Seiko SBGA507 And SBGA509-A Pair Of USA-Exclusive Spring Drive Models
Grand Seiko is the unofficial master of finding inspiration in natural phenomena. Many of the brand’s dials are crafted to resemble skies, waters, and landscapes found all over Japan-these two new USA-exclusive limited editions are no exception. The Grand Seiko SBGA507’s blue dial is inspired by the sky over Lake Suwa at dusk. In turn, […] Visit Introducing: The Grand Seiko SBGA507 And SBGA509-A Pair Of USA-Exclusive Spring Drive Models to read the full article.
Revolution
Celebrating 5 Years of Tradition and Innovation, Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet
But should it be? Through clever use of design, materials, colors, and highly complicated movements, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet has evolved significantly from its initial perception. It is now quite exciting for many reasons. A closer look reveals a complex and fascinating case design, along with an exceptional level of detail and decoration. […]
Monochrome
Buying Guide - A Quartet Of Compass Bezel Watches Fit For Epic Adventures
Summer is the time of year for fun in the sun, getting outdoors and simply enjoying life. So what better than to wear a suitable watch for whatever you’re doing? Swimming or scuba diving? Great, wear a dive watch! Travelling the globe? Awesome, wear a GMT watch? Heading into the mountains for a days-long trek? […]
Quill & Pad
Monterey I & II: The (Almost) Forgotten First Watches of Louis Vuitton
Many think that Louis Vuitton's first watch was the Tambour, which was launched in 2002. However the brand actually began with a watch collection called Monterey in the 1980s. The Monterey I, an unusual worldtime watch designed by Gae Aulenti with date and moon phase, was soon followed by the ceramic-encased Monterey II that added an alarm function.
Monochrome
The Petrolhead Corner - The Colliding Worlds Of Indian Motorcycles And Lebois & Co’s Watchmaking
Today I’m bringing you a genuine slice of American motorcycle culture, plus a proper Swiss-made chronograph watch to go along with it. I’m talking about the sinister Indian Sport Chief and the mouth-watering Lebois & Co. Heritage Chronograph Indian Motorcycles Edition. At first, it might seem like an odd pairing, and there’s no prior history […]
Monochrome
Introducing - The New Pink-Themed Junghans Meister Damen and Meister Fein Kleine Automatics
During the 20th century, Junghans recruited some of the best designers to perpetuate the rational, understated German aesthetic that informs the brand’s products. Anton Ziegler, in charge of design from 1930 to 1960, understood the importance of proportion and balance on a dial and the elegance of a slim case, characteristics that have defined the Meister […]
Hodinkee
Inside The Manufacture: A Backstage Pass To The Production Of The MoonSwatch And Scuba Fifty Fathoms
Interviewing the man behind the watches that broke the Internet.
Monochrome
Introducing - The Grand Seiko 44GS “Kirazuri” US-Exclusive SBGA507 and SBGA509
Grand Seiko’s Heritage collection is often synonymous with wonderfully textured and subtly coloured dials, including Monochrome’s all-time favourites, the Snowflake and the Shunbun. Reflecting the Japanese reverence for nature, many GS dials capture the colours and textures of natural landmarks and seasonal changes using time-honoured artisanal techniques. Created exclusively for the US market, Grand Seiko […]
Fratello
Attention, Party People! - IFL Watches Introduces The G-Shock CasiOak DJ Willie
With Steamboat Willie now in the public domain, the film’s main character is ready to let loose! In this second Steamboat Willie-inspired release, IFL Watches lets Willie work the crowd as a DJ on the dial of a G-Shock CasiOak. The hand-painted dial lights up under UV light to brighten up Willie’s party. It creates […] Visit Attention, Party People! - IFL Watches Introduces The G-Shock CasiOak DJ Willie to read the full article.
Fratello
Hands-On With The Beaufort Pulsatimer - A Brawny Blend Of Retro Delights And Tool Vibes
I’m all for a tough sports watch with a muscular design accompanied by a matte black or blue dial, a solid depth rating, and big, blocky lume-printed indices. But the Beaufort Pulsatimer is a conflicting mix of this and dressy vintage, and it frazzled my watch-brain neurons. I have a confession to make: sometimes a […] Visit Hands-On With The Beaufort Pulsatimer - A Brawny Blend Of Retro Delights And Tool Vibes to read the full article.
Time+Tide
Dive watches are not dressy, no matter how hard you try
You could pair a diver with a suit or tux, but this is why you shouldn't.The post Dive watches are not dressy, no matter how hard you try appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Monochrome
Buying Guide - 5 Recently-Launched Sports GMT Watches to Travel This Summer
Summer is a time for adventures. For many of us, summer is synonymous with holidays, travels and sunshine. While basically every watch enthusiast will have his definition of the perfect summer watch, one style in particular makes a lot of sense; the functional, water-resistant sports watch with GMT function. Ready to cross borders, capable of […]