Results for Co-Axial Escapement

Introducing: The Naoya Hida & Co. NH Type 2A (Live Pics & Pricing)

A novelty from an aspiring Japanese brand with 1950s vintage vibes.

Introducing: The Jacob & Co. X Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon

Hypercar meets hyperwatch.

Retailer Spotlight: Henne Jewelers In Pittsburgh, PA, And Carat & Co. In Flushing, NY

Watch shopping? Check out these spots in the Steel City and the Big Apple.

Introducing: The Grand Seiko 60th Anniversary Limited Edition SLGH002, With New Hi-Beat Escapement Caliber 9SA5

The latest limited edition from Grand Seiko marks a major mechanical leap forward.

5 Celebrity Wrist Checks Featuring Nicholas Hoult/Jaeger-LeCoultre, Aldis Hodge/MB&F;, Miralem Pjaniç/Corum, And Lionel Messi/Jacob & Co

Watch spotting on celebrity wrists can be a lot of fun if you’re watching a movie or TV show. Oh, who is Elizabeth kidding? It’s always a lot of fun. Here she shares five watches that caught her eye on the wrists of celebrities over the last couple of weeks.

Business News: Why LVMH Has Bought Tiffany & Co., And What This Might Mean For Watch Collectors

The $16.2 billion deal doubles the size of LVMH’s Watches & Jewelry division.

Watch Spotting: The Jonas Brothers Wearing Audemars Piguet, Jacob & Co., And Richard Mille At The 2019 VMAs

Three brothers, three killer watches, and one big award.

In-Depth: Realising Breguet’s Dream of the Natural Escapement

Abraham-Louis Breguet’s contributions to horology are as numerous as they are fundamental. Practically every avenue of watchmaking is built on the foundations he laid down, from the perpetuelle self-winding mechanism to pare-chute shock-protection for balance pivots. But most famous of all was the tourbillon, patented in 1801. It was crucial to the precision of mechanical pocket watches and clocks, the only kinds of timepieces in use then, which normally sat in an upright, vertical position. The Breguet Souscription pocket watch of the 1990s that replicated the 19th century originals, right down to the pare-chute escapement The tourbillon, however, was not Breguet’s only effort in improving chronometric performance. Prior to the tourbillon, he created the lesser known but more elegant echappement naturel, or natural escapement, in 1789. It was a double-wheel chronometer escapement that in theory, needed no oil. Breguet managed to incorporate it into just 20 pocket watches, but serial production of the natural escapement ultimately eluded him as its design had inherent shortcomings – primarily backlash in the motion of its wheels – that made it impossible to commercialise. The idea was ahead of its time, and it would take some 200 years before technology made the natural escapement feasible. The concept of natural escapements continues to fascinate watchmakers, many of whom have conceived modern-day descendants, the most recent of which is the Ch...

Hands-On: The Andreas Strehler Trans-Axial Tourbillon

A new tourbillon from Andreas Strehler is the latest incarnation of his unique constant force mechanism.

Bugatti x Jacob & Co. at Baselworld 2019

Revolution Watch Podcast Ep. 3: Nick English, Co-founder of Bremont

Review: An innovative new remontoir tourbillon: Strehler Trans-axial Remontoir Tourbillon

From the cradle of the indepndents in Baselworld 2018: We take a close look at the innovative new remontoir tourbillon from Andreas Strehler Transaxle Tourbillon

Ep. #31 – Navigating The Grey Market & The Janis Trading Co. Azores

Mike and Kaz then breakdown the pros and cons of purchasing via grey market vs authorized dealers and boutiques. They both have some positive experiences to share and even some bad ones. But at the end of the day a discussion about what to look for in a reputable grey market dealer is had.

Dean Girling: Bespoke Shoemaker and Co-Founder of Gaziano & Girling

Joe Mills - Founder of Joe and Co. Soho

In Conversation: Stephen Forsey, co-founder of Greubel Forsey Part 1

We talked to Stephen Forsey (of Greubel Forsey) on diverse issues. From the Naissance project, to the state of the business and fine finishing. Listen in.

The Great Escape(ment): Girard Perregaux Makes History With Its Constant Force Escapement

Affordable watches: Reeds Co

Some readers have written to tell me that the watches I feature are almost always very expensive, as they usually are top range luxury timepieces. Though I understand you, my dear readers, enjoy the super watches…like readers of car magazines enjoy seeing photographs and tests on supercars, you would also like some more down toRead More

EDITOR’S PICK: This guy bought 3 of the same model in different metals & left them in a safe for two decades. This is what happened next.

Editor’s note: Brian King is a man who knows his mind. When Omega released a limited run of George Daniels’ co-axial concept watches in the early 2000s, he knew immediately that he was interested in going deep. Over a couple of months, he bought all three. But that’s only the start of the story. Here he writes … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: This guy bought 3 of the same model in different metals & left them in a safe for two decades. This is what happened next. appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Fratello On Air: On The Go At Geneva Watch Days 2024

Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we have a different episode style. Your friendly co-hosts check in while on the go at Geneva Watch Days 2024. Ultimately, we try to give you a feel for the non-stop schedule and what it’s like to be at a show. There’s no banter […] Visit Fratello On Air: On The Go At Geneva Watch Days 2024 to read the full article.

Man files lawsuit against jeweller for not selling him promised $109K Patek after building up $220K purchase history

Patek Philippe collector Ali Rezaei has filed a lawsuit against Bay Area jeweller Shreve & Co. Rezaei alleges he was promised an allocation of a US$109K Patek Phillipe 5980/1R-001 in exchange for “built-up purchase history” After accumulating US$220K in purchase history, Rezaei never received the “promised” allocation – prompting his filed lawsuit When this story … ContinuedThe post Man files lawsuit against jeweller for not selling him promised $109K Patek after building up $220K purchase history appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

CASIO to Release Lightweight G-SHOCK Delivering Support for Multiple Sports

Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of a newaddition to the sports-driven G-SQUAD line in the G-SHOCK family of shock-resistant watches.The GBD-H2000 delivers support for multiple sportsand boasts alighter weight to ensure an evenmore comfortable fit. The new watch will be available in four models. The shock-resistant GBD-H2000 is equipped with GPS functionalityRead More

In-Depth: C.H. Meylan And The Living History of America's Most Complicated Watch

A forgotten master's history traces from the Vallée de Joux to New York City – and, along the way, touches Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, Tiffany & Co., and H. Moser & Cie.

“They wanted $50K, I gave them $2M” – Jean-Claude Biver on how he got Bond for Omega

If you haven’t been watching or listening to the About Efffing Time (AET) podcast, co-hosted by Adrian Barker of Bark & Jack, George Bamford of Bamford Watch Department, and our very own Andrew McUtchen, well… it is about effing time you did. Each bi-weekly episode revolves around a dedicated topic, and is followed by a … ContinuedThe post “They wanted $50K, I gave them $2M” – Jean-Claude Biver on how he got Bond for Omega appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Happenings: The Horological Society Of New York To Hold Weekend Classes In San Francisco & Washington, D.C.

This next round will be hosted by Shreve & Co. and District Time.