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Introducing: The Synchron Military 'Poseidon Black Edition'

The third edition the oh-so-70s Military diver.

Pre-Owned Picks: A Rolex GMT Master Ref. 16700, An Omega ‘Tintin’ Speedmaster, And An All Black Must de Cartier

Plus an A. Lange & Söhne full of hidden complications and a tribute to the early JLC Reverso.

Review: the Zenith Defy Skyline in Black Ceramic

For fans of the Zenith Defy, it’s practically impossible not to compare the new Skyline models to the now retired Classic references. As a self described Defy fan, I’ve found myself doing this on a routine basis whenever I get a chance to handle a newer reference. I’ve long held that the Defy, over the years, is pound for pound the very best sports watch line out there. The watches in this collection are adventurous in their design, inherently robust, and naturally distinctive in a sea of sports watches that kind of all look alike. From the very beginning, the Defy has been a trailblazer, something truly unique, but frequently overlooked in favor of watches that it clearly influenced along the way.  Zenith’s release strategy with the Defy almost begs for comparison between generations. The Defy Classic, after being issued in titanium with both solid and skeletonized dials, was made in a trio of ceramic models (black, white, and blue) with skeletonized dials. Similarly, the Skyline was introduced in steel first, was eventually given a skeletonized dial, and finally at this year’s Watches & Wonders we got a ceramic version on a full ceramic bracelet, with both the star motif dial seen here, and a skeletonized version similar to the one reviewed earlier this year by Blake right here. No colored ceramic Defy Skylines have been released yet, but it’s easy to see the similarities between Defy generations. There definitely appears to be a roadmap. And yet, after spen...

Exploring Shipwrecks, Diving with Sharks and Getting SCUBA Certified with the Citizen Promaster ‘Fujitsubo’ in Black Super Titanium

At the dive platform’s edge located at the Phoecena’s stern, the aqua marine Bahamian waters sloshed around my SEAC F-100 fins. Any experience I had related to diving up to that point had been limited to a bit of low-stakes snorkeling and freediving, as well as reading about the exploits of Jacques Cousteau and Dr. Sylvia Earle or the fictitious adventures of Dirk Pitt and Julian Tusker. The week of PADI e-learning was helpful to develop a mental foundation of the do’s and don’ts down under and the pool session the day prior helped me trust the Aqua Lung regulator would deliver the precious air supply beneath the surface, but nothing was going to compare being out in open water for the first time. There was no longer the safety net of sitting behind a computer screen or being in the confines of a training pool – just the ocean. Gazing out past the platform, there was nothing but pure blue skies, crystal clear water and a silhouette of New Providence just visible in the distance. This was the real deal. With my left hand securing the SPG (submersible pressure gauge) tucked into the waist belt of my BCD (buoyancy control device) and my right over my mask and regulator, I attempted my best version of the giant stride. The Calm Before The “Giant Stride” / Image via Kristin Paterakis The partially inflated BCD kept me at the surface and following protocol, I immediately turned to the boat to give them the “okay” sign. The water was a bath-warm 83 degrees and a...

Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Master Control Chronograph Calendar in black and pink gold channels mid-century elegance

Introducing: The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronograph Calendar – Now With A Black Dial

A new dial color is here to make us take notice of an overlooked JLC gem in pink gold.

Hands-On: The Black Dial TAG Heuer Carrera 39mm 'Glassbox'

Vintage meets modern in a complete refresh of the Carrera line.

Point/Counterpoint: Chanel's New J-12 Caliber 12.1 Is Better In White – Or Maybe In Black

Two of our most opinionated editors talk it out.

Watch Spotting: LeBron James Wears An Openworked Black Ceramic AP Royal Oak After Breaking The NBA Scoring Record

The stars came out to see LeBron become the all-time points king. We were watching to see what he'd wear on his wrist – nice follow-through, Bron.

Grand Seiko opens its first boutique in Singapore, in glitzy Marina Bay Sands

For a deep dive into Grand Seiko’s evolution and philosophy, click here.  

Introducing The Audemars Piguet Offshore 43mm Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph in Black Ceramic

Black and Gold is a Racy Look – The New TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

Photo Report: This Group Gathered To Celebrate Watch Collecting Through The Lens Of Black Culture

Incredible watches and even cooler people at CP Time's Denver meetup.

Watching Movies: Will Smith Makes The Hamilton Ventura Look Good In 'Men In Black'

And Tommy Lee Jones follows suit in our watch-related, '90s-themed, movie of the week.

Armin Strom Orbit Manufacture Edition: The Subtle Difference Is Black

For a relatively small manufacture like Armin Strom, scaling the production is not an easy thing, nor something that is always as desirable as it looks. However, creating watches that remain virtually unobtainable for most (potential) clients also isn't. That is why Armin Strom is already releasing the second edition of the Orbit, which is also limited to 25 pieces.

Four + One: The Black Pumas' Co-Founder Treats His Guitar Like He Treats His Rolex

Adrian Quesada came to our shoot packing a diverse collection of watches – and a rare Gibson.

Hands-On: The New Black Dial Tank Louis Cartier Isn't A Must – But It's Still A MUST

Minimalism and yellow gold are quite the pairing.

Introducing: The Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 126720VTNR: A Left-Handed Model With A Green And Black Bezel

Southpaws rejoice as the Crown delivers a destro surprise.

A Week On The Wrist: The 34mm Black Ceramic Royal Oak That Blew Everyone's Minds

In her HODINKEE debut, the founder of Dimepiece takes a flaming-hot AP on a tour of Manhattan.

Second Opinions: Join Me As I Try To Make Sense Of The Royal Oak Concept 'Black Panther' Flying Tourbillon

It's a beautiful work of ... something?

Hands-On: The New Rolex Explorer II Ref. 226570, In Both Polar And Black

The differences are in the details.

Fortis… Tool Watches in Black Turtlenecks: Artist and Watch Collaborations – Part 2

Synonomous with "tool watch," Fortis risked it all with artsy pieces that compromised the backbone to their reputation time and time again. 

Introducing: The Purnell Escape II Carbon And Escape II All Black

The tourbillon-only company's high-velocity tourbillon is based on a surprisingly old idea.

Orange Is The New Black At Only Watch 2021: 5 Unique Watches With Sunny Dispositions And Orange Accents

Many brands participating in the 2021 Only Watch auction took inspiration from the orange-colored livery of the 2021 auction and worked it into their watches. While all of these watches are very different, what they have in common is their highly creative approach. Here Martin Green highlights five watches with orange in them from the 2021 Only Watch auction.

Buying, Selling, & Collecting: The Heuer Black-Coated Monaco Captures The Darkness and Mystery Of The 1970s

Back in February, Jeff Stein wrote about the rise of the Heuer Skipperrera. Today he traces the history (and mystery) of another legendary Heuer chronograph.