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Editorial: What is a smart watch?
An exploratory discussion on what makes a smart watch by taking an analytical look at timepieces and computing devices. We raise questions. and provide no answers.
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TAG Heuer Connected Smart Watch Teaser
TAG Heuer gives the world a teaser of its new smart watch: The TAG Heuer Connected. It will be unveiled on November 9th in New York
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A Love Letter to the Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes De Vache 1955
I cannot shut up about this watch. Is that bad? I feel like I ought to be at least slightly embarrassed about talking the way I do about this watch - insistently, passionately, with a level of intense affection that doesn’t seem creepy until you realise that the subject of my volubility is not actually […]
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Beyond “His And Hers” - The Genre-Spanning Timepieces Of Watches & Wonders 2015
A watch is a very personal thing. There is absolutely no question about this. However, as with so many things that we enjoy in life, our pleasure in watches is enhanced when we get to share it with friends and loved ones. My family aren’t actually very keen on watches, which means they’re frequently mystified by […]
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Dispatches From A Faraway Land - The Piaget Altiplano Scrimshaw Engraving Watch
The art of scrimshaw is surrounded by layer upon layer of romance, tradition and controversy. Originating on whaling ships, where whalebone and marine ivory (mostly from walrus tusks) was plentiful, scrimshaw involves engraving on bone or ivory, with pigment applied to bring out the design. One of the great classics of American literature, Herman Melville’s […]
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Unlock Your Time - The Clé De Cartier Flying Tourbillon
It is impossible to overstate the importance of the calibre 9452 MC in the history of Cartier’s high watchmaking department. Those unfamiliar with the evolution and progress of Cartier Fine Watchmaking will see the calibre 9452 - a manual-winding flying tourbillon - as just another reference in Cartier’s vast panoply of complicated movements. It’s not […]
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Naturally Sweet - The New Lange 1815 Watch In Honey Gold
I like yellow gold. I know this is not a popular choice by any means, but I’m not going to apologise for it or anything. There is something about the unabashed richness of the hue in question that I find impossible to ignore. Rose gold, when used sparingly, can impart incredible warmth to a timepiece. […]
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Baume & Mercier Celebrates 185th Anniversary with Two Special Creations
Baume & Mercier celebrates its 185th anniversary at the Watches & Wonders Exhibition by unveiling two new special timepieces: the exquisite 18k red gold Clifton 1830 pocket watch, five-minute repeater, and the Promesse Jade. The Clifton 1830 pocket watch is inspired by the treasury of historic timepieces the company created during the 19th century, making […]
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Rare Watches: IWC Portugieser Unique Piece for Revolution
Hands on review of the IWC Portugieser Unique Piece for Revolution - Handwound 8 days edition "75th Anniversary" Ref IW510208 to be auctioned for the benefit of Smile Asia.
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Throwback Sundays: Six Recommendations for a non Swiss-made Watch, from Our Archives
A short guide for a non Swiss-made watch, with pieces from Lange, Nomos, J.B. Viot, moVas, Bexei, Grand Seiko, and Roger Smith.
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Pre Watches and Wonders 2015: A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph Boutique Edition
Introducing the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph Boutique Edition, one of four watches A. Lange & Söhne will be presenting at Watches and Wonders 2015
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Deployant Events: Highlights of Horological Events of the last Fortnight Aug 23
Highlights of Horological Events for the fortnight ending August 23. Significant events organized by The Hour Glass, Hublot, Tudor, Blancpain, Hautlence.
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MeisterSinger Pays Homage to Benjamin Franklin
Famous for its award-winning one-hand watches, MeisterSinger has created a limited edition watch based on an idea inspired by Benjamin Franklin. The MeisterSinger USA Benjamin Franklin Limited Edition is available only in the U.S. market, and only 50 examples have been produced. While on a diplomatic visit to England in 1770, Franklin suggested an idea […]
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Review: Tudor Pelagos
Tudor releases a blue model to the popular Pelagos diver’s collection. Made popular during the 60s and 70s, Tudor’s divers’ watch is closely tied to its intensive use by underwater professionals, particularly by world’s major navies. The brand’s diving collection are authentic tool watches, meant for real use, rather than just mere display. Bearing its past tradition, theRead More
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Blancpain Creates Unique Traditional Chinese Calendar for Only Watch 2015
Collectors the world over eagerly anticipate the bi-annual Only Watch auction. Held under the patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, the event brings together the most prestigious watch brands on behalf of research into Duchenne muscular dystrophy. For Only Watch 2015, Blancpain has created a unique example of its Traditional Chinese […]
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Only Watch 2015: Hublot Classic Fusion Only Watch Britto
The very colourful piece unique Hublot Classic Fusion Only Watch Britto has been donated by Hublot for the 2015 Only Watch Auction
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Only Watch 2015: Chopard Superfast Chrono Porsche 919
For the sixth edition of Only Watch, the charity auction for research on Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Chopard unveils the Superfast Chrono Porsche 919 Only Watch 2015, a unique piece with a sleek and powerful style signed by Mark Webber, a racing champion with multiple victories to his name and brand ambassador for Chopard.
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Sailing The Seas With HYT & The RC44 Championship Tour
Revolution Switzerland had the immense pleasure of attending the Audi RC44 Porto Cervo Cup in Sardinia as the lucky guest of HYT, Official Timekeeper of this year’s RC44 Championship Tour. Created by five-times America’s Cup winner Russell Coutts, the RC44 Championship Tour has become a key competition in the international regatta scene ever since its foundation in 2007, bringing together passionate […]
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Christophe Claret’s Marguerite delights the ladies once again
Romantic, feminine and beautifully complicated, Christophe Claret’s new Marguerite for ladies delivers everything a women’s mechanical watch should be. Last year Christophe Claret unveiled his very first women’s watch-the Margot. This women’s complication was by far the belle of Baselworld 2014 with its movement designed exclusively for women, its feminine yet bold design, its playful […]
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de Grisogono Instrumento Carbon Chrono; Black Beauty
Is it strange to refer to a men’s watch, one crafted in masculine carbon none the less, as a beauty? Not when it comes to a de Grisogono. Fawaz Gruosi, founder and CEO of the brand, has its own approach towards designing watches, and beauty always seem to be the main ingredient. Followed right by […]
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Contemporary Luxury; The Meerson Way
Define luxury. A task made out of two simple words, that will not only spark a variety of answers, but will also be something most people need to think about. Luxury can be found in noble materials, but when these noble materials are used in a product which are poorly made or whose finish is […]
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Art and fireflies with Audemars Piguet at Art Basel
Audemars Piguet continues its partnership with Art Basel for the 3rd consecutive year, kicking of this year’s show with its own piece of contemporary art. The brand announced last year that it would be choosing an artist for its first Art Commission project, and true to its word, it unveiled a unique work of art created by […]
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Piaget And The Art Of Diamonds
Setting a watch with diamonds is by no means an easy task. Especially when you talk about high jewellery, or Haute Joaillerie, watch things become very complicated. It is there where the design phase of these watches is critical. Here, a designer not only determines which type of setting he wants to see, but also if […]
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Review: Angelus U10 Tourbillon Lumière
Review Angelus U10 Tourbillon Lumière full hands on analysis of the newly revived brand with a deconstructed tourbillon by Fabrique du Temps and Citizen
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Auction Watch: Sotheby’s to auction Victory pocket watch given to Sir Winston Churchill
A special pocket watch gifted to Sir Winston Churchill, will be coming up for auction in September at the Sotheby's watches auction in London
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RGM 801-COE “Corps of Engineers” – An American Legacy
There was a time when the American watch industry was a fierce compeditor of the Swiss. Some believe this is once again the case, although now the Americans are armed with the Apple Watch. Personally, I think that for some, the Apple Watch might be an “add on” to their collection, but I am not […]
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Review of the IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “75th Anniversary”
IWC, has resurrected the italics full name font! With the Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “75th Anniversary”, fans of the brand and collectors who go bonkers over nomenclature can finally be at peace.
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HYT Launches The H4 Gotham – A Remixed Blend Of The H1 And The Skull
We’ve only just seen the H3 a few months ago and now, in virtually no time at all, with barely a moment to take a breath, the fourth version of this exciting line of watches by HYT has been introduced. We got a chance to have a sneak peek at this new watch during Baselworld […]
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IWC Teases Connect Controller
IWC has announced that it will launch a new device called IWC Connect. Described an an intelligent tool, it will be embedded in the straps of the brand’s sports watches, and it is designed to give the wearer control over certain devices connected to the Internet of Things. It will also provide activity tracking. IWC […]
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Hublot Creates New Prize to Honor Young Designers
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Big Bang, the symbol of Hublot’s rebirth and an undoubted emblem of creativity and innovation. Hublot celebrates by launching a new award to recognize talented, young designers of tomorrow. The Hublot Design Prize provides an opportunity for young, independent designers to assert themselves through their creations, and […]