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Louis Vuitton Watch Prize Nov 26, 2024

Industry News - Opening of Applications for the Second Edition of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives

In late 2022, luxury powerhouse Louis Vuitton announced a rather surprising but promising concept, the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives. A biennial prize organized by its Swiss-based watch manufacture, La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton, its mission is “to recognize a passion for watchmaking savoir-faire, creativity, and innovation in the pursuit of excellence, […]

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Citizen Nov 26, 2024

Introducing - The Limited Edition Orient Bambino 38 Models

Japanese watchmaker Orient is one of those rare brands that produce in-house models at very affordable prices, rivalling and often beating Japanese juggernauts Seiko and Citizen with value propositions. The best-selling Bambino series is clearly very popular, particularly the recent 38mm collection. The latest two pieces don’t break the mould, but do introduce fresh dial […]

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Breguet Classique Phase de Lune Nov 25, 2024

Hands-on - The Unexpectedly Funky Breguet Classique Phase de Lune 7787 with Black Grand Feu Enamel Dial

Dress watches are typically slim, elegant, and minimalistic, designed to complement formal attire seamlessly. While their refined details and artistry are anything but boring, they are seldom described as playful. Now, the platinum Breguet Classique 7787 with its black Grand Feu enamel dial-a piece that is, say, different. Alongside its classic beauty, it exudes a […]

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Nov 25, 2024

Introducing - The Fiery Eska Amphibian 250 Red Viper

While a young brand in its current form, with only one model in two versions so far, Eska Watches has history and pedigree. Originally founded in 1918 in Granges, Switzerland, the brand made a name for itself during the golden era of dive watches with its Amphibian 600, a watch closely related to the Fifty […]

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Ressence Type 8 Indigo Founded Nov 25, 2024

Introducing - The Beautiful Blue Silk Dial of the Ressence Type 8 Indigo

Founded by Belgian industrial designer Benoît Mintiens in 2010, Ressence is renowned for its ingenious no-hands display of the time. Sleek, minimalist, futuristic watches with innovative mechanical solutions, Ressence tells the time with revolving sub-dials powered by the brand’s patented Orbital Convex System (ROCS). Like planets orbiting the Sun, the time indications circle the dial […]

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Nov 24, 2024

Capturing The Ocean’s Energy, With Six Watches With Wavey Dials

Dial textures can make or break a watch, but if done right they elevate the display of time into something gripping, something very impactful. One of the more common but always interesting textures, especially in aquatic (-inspired) watches, is the wave pattern. Sure, Clous de Paris or vertical or horizontal grooves are often very nice, […]

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Nov 23, 2024

First Look - The Surprisingly Good Circula Facet

Circula might be a relatively new brand to some, as it was only revived in 2018. However, it was originally founded in 1955 by Heinz Huber, but what makes this different from most reboots is Cornelius Huber, the grandson of Heinz, who’s behind the brand today. So, Circula is truly a family business and already […]

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Nov 23, 2024

The Petrolhead Corner - Toyota’s Gazoo Racing Have Turned The GR86 Into a Castrol-Coloured Stunner For SEMA 2024

Memories, preferably fond ones, are an important part of life. And if you’re anything like me, that also comes down to our passion and hobbies. I have tons of delightful memories regarding watches, and cars for that matter. I’ve been fortunate enough to spend quite some time in and around cars I can never afford, […]

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Omega Seamaster Diver 300M No-Date Nov 22, 2024

In-Depth - The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M No-Date, Everything You Need To Know, And More…

After months of speculation and anticipation, and enviously seeing Daniel Craig flaunting one, Omega has finally brought us the Seamaster Diver 300M No Date. In my initial article, I wanted to get the news out quickly, so I kept things a touch factual. Now though, after getting my hands on the two watches that are […]

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Nov 22, 2024

Video - A Trip Down Memory Lane with the Titoni Heritage Chronograph

Independent Swiss watch brand Titoni has been run by the Schluep family since 1919. Originally registered under the name Felco in 1919 and then Felca AG, this Grenchen-based watch manufacturer embraced foreign markets early in the game, surviving the vicissitudes of the 20th century intact. Titoni’s Heritage collection is inspired by some of the brand’s […]

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Seiko Meets Street Culture Nov 22, 2024

Introducing - Seiko Meets Street Culture With The 5 Sports HUF Limited Edition SRPL33

Seiko’s humble and fun 5 Sports series of watches are revered for their value-for-money, and often fresh combinations of colours and styles. Through numerous limited edition, the Japanese powerhouse also likes to have a little fun with the platform, resulting in some very visually impactful watches, tying in watchmaking with pop culture, movie starts or […]

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Nov 22, 2024

March LA.B Introduces Three New Versions of its Flagship AM2

Launched in 2011, the AM2 is March LA.B’s flagship collection. This angular watch was named upon the initials of one of the three founders of the brand, Alain Marhic. With strong retro-futuristic vibes, its 8-sided case stands out with its sloping facets. Following the introduction of the titanium Millésime March 2024 edition in March and […]

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Greubel Forsey Nano Foudroyante EWT – Nov 21, 2024

Opinion - Greubel Forsey Nano Foudroyante EWT - Flying Tourbillon, Foudroyante and Chronograph

While we know Greubel Forsey for oversized and rather outgoing wristwatches with at least one, but often two or even four tourbillons, their latest timepiece seems moderate, both in size and in looks. Yes… let that sink in… The press release is mostly trumpeting about saving nano joules of energy with their 10th fundamental invention, […]

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Serica Gets Dressy Nov 21, 2024

First Look - Serica Gets Dressy and Original with the Shaped Parade Reference 1174

In over 100 years of wristwatch making, almost everything has been done.  And well done for most of it. Reinventing yourself in a crowded market isn’t easy, even for a young brand like Serica. For five years – its entire life – the brand has been focusing on producing (quite appealing) retro-styled instrument watches. Imagine […]

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Omega Seamaster Diver 300M No-Date Nov 21, 2024

Introducing - The Long-Awaited, Not-So-Secret Omega Seamaster Diver 300M No-Date

The secret is finally out with this one, although it wasn’t the very best-kept secret to begin with. Over the past few months, starting at this year’s Summer Olympics, former James Bond actor and Omega ambassador Daniel Craig was already spotted wearing a black dial No-Date version of the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M, the brand’s […]

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Breguet s Marvelous Tradition Chronograph Nov 21, 2024

First Look - Breguet’s Marvelous Tradition Chronograph 7077, Now in Blue

The Breguet Tradition collection is not only a tribute to the brand’s past, with clear historical references and movements that are designed to mimic those of antique pocket watches, but it’s also home to serious complications. And one of them is, without a doubt, the Tradition Chronographe Indépendant 7077. A complex watch built in a […]

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Hublot Big Bang Unico Novak Nov 20, 2024

Introducing - The New Hublot Big Bang Unico Novak Djokovic, made from Djokovic’s HEAD Racquets and Lacoste Polos

In the world of tennis, Novak Djokovic stands as a true icon, a powerful player with a winning mindset, boasting an unmatched 24 Grand Slam singles titles and a reputation as one of the greatest athletes in history. A Hublot ambassador since 2021, Djokovic has been seen sporting a variety of the brand’s timepieces, including […]

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Czapek & Cie Antarctique Purple Nov 20, 2024

First Look - The New Czapek & Cie. Antarctique Purple Storm with a Hand-Varnished Dial

Time and space are deeply intertwined, so it’s no surprise that images of the cosmos continue to inspire watchmakers. Since introducing its Antarctique collection of sports watches with integrated bracelets in 2020, Czapek has explored celestial themes with creations like the Antarctique Orion Nebula and the Antarctique Celestial-no longer in the brand’s current lineup. Other […]

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TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton TAG Nov 20, 2024

First Look - The Las Vegas-Inspired TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton

TAG Heuer is synonymous with the racetrack, and Jack Heuer’s legendary motorsport-inspired chronographs have not lost an iota of popularity. Following fast on the heels of the 1963 Carrera chronograph, in 1969, Heuer produced a bold, square chronograph with a blue dial and a crown on the left side and named it after the Monaco […]

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Maurice Lacroix Joins Nov 20, 2024

First Look - Maurice Lacroix Joins the Ceramic Club with its Aikon Automatic 39mm and 42mm

The Aikon collection was a sequel to Maurice Lacroix’s best-selling, sporty Calypso line from the 1990s. Following the launch of the first model with a quartz-powered movement in 2016, the Aikon upgraded its offer with mechanical movements in 2018. Moving beyond traditional stainless steel cases, the Aikon has appeared with bronze, PVD, titanium, and even […]

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Audemars Piguet x KAWS Royal Oak Nov 19, 2024

Hands-on - The New and Bold Audemars Piguet x KAWS Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Companion

Among Switzerland’s elite Haute Horlogerie brands, Audemars Piguet often stands out for doing things differently and exploring different territories. In particular, the brand is not shy to connect watchmaking to a broader culture as we have seen with recent collabs with Marvel (Spiderman, Black Panther) or with the cool Travis Scott x AP Royal Oak […]

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Ming Nov 19, 2024

Video - Artya Purity Stairway to Heaven Wavy HMS Sapphire

With ArtyA, the brand’s founder Yvan Arpa has formed a unique vision of watchmaking characterized by great creativity and bold designs. Over the past months though, the brand has focused on the production of more restrained, less polarizing skeleton movements, often housed in transparent sapphire crystal cases, forming the Purity collection. Today, we are taking a […]

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Armin Strom Czapek Nov 19, 2024

Introducing - The New Zenith Defy Skyline C.X Edition for Collective Horology

Since its inception in 2018, Collective Horology, a “proudly headquartered in Ventura, California” club for watch enthusiasts, has become quite famous through the Collective Series, which involves collaborations and limited editions with watch brands like IWC, H. Moser & Cie., Armin Strom, Czapek and Oris, to name a few and the Portfolio Series, which commissions […]

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Doxa Adds Some Sparkle Nov 19, 2024

Introducing - With The SUB 200T Diamonds, Doxa Adds Some Sparkle To Its Most Compact Diver

Doxa is renowned for crafting rugged watches with a focus on functionality – tool watches, all featuring that toughness, high-water resistance or scratch-proof sapphire crystal you expect from utilitarian divers. Today, mechanical watches are as much luxury items as they are functional tools. In response to “strong demand from markets”, the brand’s compact and rather […]

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Zenith Defy Revival A3648 Rekindling Nov 18, 2024

Video - A Closer Look at the Edgy Zenith Defy Revival A3648, Rekindling that 1969 ‘Everything is Possible’ Spirit

The year 1969 proved to be pivotal for Zenith. The manufacture introduced the El Primero automatic chronograph, which would become one of the most influential movements ever made. Besides that monumental feat, it also launched the formidable Defy collection that year. This sporty series of watches had an unprecedented design, with an octagonal case topped […]

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Nov 18, 2024

Introducing - The Millennium Watch Book Travel Watch Edition

Following the previous 4 editions – The Millennium Watch Book, Tourbillon Watches, Divers Watches and Chronographs – GMT Publishing now releases a fifth opus in their The Millenium book series. This 2024 edition is dedicated to travel watches (displaying additional time zones), a highly practical and purposeful function for globetrotters, frequent travellers and those doing […]

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Nov 18, 2024

Introducing - Awake Honours the Tradition of Poppies on Remembrance Day with its Son Maì ‘The Poppies’

Our readers might remember reading about the fledgeling French brand Awake, which has taken the ancestral Vietnamese art of sanded natural lacquer and applied it to the dial of its first permanent collection, Son Mài. Inspired by the bright red colour of Remembrance Day poppies, Awake has produced a special Son Maì edition and will […]

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Nov 18, 2024

First Look - The Bernhard H. Mayer Wave Rider

Having celebrated its 150th anniversary a few years ago, Bernhard H. Mayer is a watchmaking brand with numismatic roots in Germany. With the 4th generation of the family at the helm, the company is now headquartered in Biel Switzerland. The brand’s most recent novelty, the Wave Rider is a well-specced, robust diver with a twist. […]

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Nov 17, 2024

Buying Guide - Six Watches that Confirm Green is Here to Stay

We often talk about trends in watches, as designs, materials and colours regularly follow the preferences of the public. Sometimes, though, these trends phase out very slowly or not at all. And when it comes to colour, that’s always a very enjoyable topic of debate. Take blue, for instance, which was at one point ‘the […]

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Bremont Supermarine 300m GMT Collection Nov 16, 2024

Introducing - The New Bremont Supermarine 300m GMT Collection

Combining a dive watch with a traveller’s function has become a classic over the years, offering immense versatility.  At Bremont, this concept was personified for many years by the Supermarine S302 GMT Diver, but since the brand is currently restructuring its strategy and collection, many expected to see a new model occupying this specific niche. […]

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