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21.02.23

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The IWC Portofino Complete Calendar features an exciting brand first

New calendar module debuts in the IWC Portofino Complete Calendar Available in stainless steel or 18k 5N gold IWC also introduces a new Portofino Pointer…

Meet the world’s smallest travel watch winder – the WOLF Rocket

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19.02.23

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Meet the world’s smallest travel watch winder – the WOLF Rocket

When you think of a watch winder, you typically think of a big and boxy thing that you have to carve out desk or tabletop…

The Parmigiani Fleurier Rosa Mystica is the ultimate late Valentine’s Day gift

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17.02.23

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The Parmigiani Fleurier Rosa Mystica is the ultimate late Valentine’s Day gift

Second in a series of five piece uniques from the Grand Feu Collection Cathedral gongs, continuous chiming sequence and extensive skeletonisation Grand feu enamel on…

The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Tech Gombessa is “a pure diving instrument” for the modern age

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16.02.23

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The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Tech Gombessa is “a pure diving instrument” for the modern age

The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Tech Gombessa presents a world-first three-hour timing bezel The “absolute black” dial captures almost 97% of the light to make the lume…

High-end and high-tech GMT duo: The Grand Seiko Tokyo Lion SBGC253 and Yukigesho SBGJ271

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16.02.23

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High-end and high-tech GMT duo: The Grand Seiko Tokyo Lion SBGC253 and Yukigesho SBGJ271

Another week, another couple of impressively featured Grand Seiko releases. Today’s offerings include an until-now limited edition-only chronograph and an addition to the Elegance GMT…

New dials and dimensions for the King Seiko 110th Anniversary

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14.02.23

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New dials and dimensions for the King Seiko 110th Anniversary

Though the story of Seiko began almost 150 years ago, the first wristwatch wouldn’t come until three decades later, in 1913 with the Seiko Laurel.…

I DO: J.N. Shapiro just created the ultimate rings for watch lovers

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14.02.23

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I DO: J.N. Shapiro just created the ultimate rings for watch lovers

Watch enthusiasts love the idea of melding horology with milestone events. Think of a birthday watch, graduation watch, or 25-years-of-service watch, for example. One of…

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13.02.23

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INTRODUCING: IWC give their Portugieser Automatic 40 a salmon makeover

IWC introduces a sunburst salmon dial to Portugieser 40 collection Salmon-coloured dials are a fan-favourite amongst watch enthusiasts It will first be available exclusively in the UAE…

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11.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Maurice Lacroix Aikon #tide Mahindra

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon #tide Mahindra teams up with the popular Formula E racing team. The Mahindra Racing logo can be seen etched into the…

Delugs introduces their new CTS rubber strap line-up

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11.02.23

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Delugs introduces their new CTS rubber strap line-up

The brand follows the success of their PRX straps with a new Delugs CTS Rubber Strap line Ensuring minimal bulk, the straps are cut to…

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10.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Brellum Pilot LE.1 GMT Chronometer wants to become your frequent flyer

The Brellum Pilot LE.1 GMT Chronometer is their latest pilot’s watch. It features both GMT and chronograph complications. It’s a nice balance between sporty and…

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08.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph Panda is the sportiest version yet

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph Panda is the sportiest member of the collection thus far Joins the black reverse panda model from 2018 with a…

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08.02.23

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INTRODUCING: MB&F LM2 Palladium celebrates its 10-year anniversary

A decade after its first release, the MB&F LM2 is back in a special palladium case Symmetrically opposed balance wheels connected by a planetary differential…

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08.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Bulova Lunar Pilot and Accutron Astronaut prepare for lift off once again

The Accutron Astronaut is being reissued with incredible accuracy The Bulova Lunar Pilot is getting rid of the date and coming down to 43.5mm The…

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06.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Seiko Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph SRQ045 conjures black magic from a historical stopwatch

Seiko’s latest addition to the Speedtimer line of chronographs sports a sinister new black finish The 8R46 column wheel caliber offers solid value for an…

AP Social Club Day 2: 40 functions, 23 complications, ONE WATCH?!

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04.02.23

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AP Social Club Day 2: 40 functions, 23 complications, ONE WATCH?!

New RD#4: Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Universelle boasts 40 functions and 23 complications in one watch. Royal Oak Concept debuts in 43mm size with…

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03.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Ball Engineer Master II Diver Chronometer comes in 6 lip-smacking flavours

The new Ball Engineer Master II Diver Chronometer has an internal bezel with domed sapphire. The internal bezel can be used underwater. Six colour options…

AP Social Club Day 1: First-ever steel Code 11.59s, new grained dial Royal Oak Jumbo, and more…

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03.02.23

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AP Social Club Day 1: First-ever steel Code 11.59s, new grained dial Royal Oak Jumbo, and more…

New stainless-steel Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet models mark first-ever debut for AP. New Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin takes a Tapisserie break with grained dial…

The Independedit: The Christopher Ward Bel Canto could prove the bargain of the year

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02.02.23

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The Independedit: The Christopher Ward Bel Canto could prove the bargain of the year

The Christopher Ward Bel Canto is the brand’s first take on a chiming complication Achieved with the help of a base Sellita SW200 and an…

A black dial finally makes its way into the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 collection

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02.02.23

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A black dial finally makes its way into the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 collection

Black quietly makes its debut within the standard IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 collection. This latest iteration of the 2021 model measures in at 41mm in…

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01.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The new Hublot Big Bang Zermatt

This is the fourth release of the Hublot Big Bang Zermatt Hublot haven’t used steel in a Hublot Big Bang Zermatt since 2018 The Matterhorn…

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31.01.23

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INTRODUCING: Honouring the “First” with maki-e magic – the new Grand Seiko SBGW295 Limited Edition

Grand Seiko celebrates the 110th anniversary of Japan’s first wristwatch. The SBGW295 is inspired by Grand Seiko’s first watch from 1960 known as the “First”. Its…

Ash Barty collaborates on a new Rado True Square inspired by her mum

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29.01.23

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Ash Barty collaborates on a new Rado True Square inspired by her mum

Apparently, Rado can turn you into a tennis champion. When the British player, Andy Murray partnered with the Swiss brand in 2012, he’d never won…

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27.01.23

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Jazzmaster Face-2-Face III

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Face-2-Face III is released 10 years after the original version. The Face-2-Face III ditches the oval shape for a round one. It’s…

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24.01.23

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INTRODUCING: Laurent Ferrier cuts weight with the Grand Sport Tourbillon Pursuit

Laurent Ferrier gives us a fourth iteration of the Grand Sport Tourbillon After the rich-boy flex of the Golden Brown, the reference returns to its…

The Independedit: Felipe Pikullik Mondphase 1

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21.01.23

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The Independedit: Felipe Pikullik Mondphase 1

The Glashütte-trained watchmaker presents his first in-house complication A minimalist, modern take on a moonphase complication Heavily modified and extensively hand-decorated Unitas movement Felipe Pikullik…

The new Vulcain Skindiver Nautique 38 is a ’60s diver dropped into the 21st century

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20.01.23

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The new Vulcain Skindiver Nautique 38 is a ’60s diver dropped into the 21st century

The Vulcain Skindiver Nautique 38 is a reissue of their ’60s “sport chic” diver It is 1mm larger in diameter, but remains a faithful recreation Two…

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20.01.23

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INTRODUCING: The Depancel Tangerine belongs to a tribe called zest

Last year was a big year for Depancel, and 2023 is already getting off to a great start. The first Depancel Serie-A Allure was launched…

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19.01.23

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INTRODUCING: The new Hermès H08 in rose gold, titanium and ceramic offers a refreshing take on sporty chic

The new Hermes H08 case uses three materials: rose gold, titanium, and ceramic We dig the H08 collection for its sporty chic look that’s distinct…

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19.01.23

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INTRODUCING: The Junghans Meister fein Automatic Edition Erhard

Junghans’ founder Erhard Jungans was born on January 1st, 200 years ago. The German watchmmaker was at one point the largest clock manufacturer in the…

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17.01.23

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INTRODUCING: The Seiko Presage SPB361 & SPB363 take inspiration from the break of dawn

Seiko’s attempt to clean up their back catalogue and simplify their product lines may have backfired as soon as they flooded the world with new…

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14.01.23

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INTRODUCING: The Bulgari Bulgari x Lisa has a crazy dial you’ve never seen before

Blackpink star Lisa was made a Bulgari ambassador in 2020 Their new collaboration has a crazy triple-hue dial It features a loving tribute to her…

LVMH Watch Week: The Zenith Defy Extreme Glacier brings intrigue with a subtle pop

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13.01.23

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LVMH Watch Week: The Zenith Defy Extreme Glacier brings intrigue with a subtle pop

LVMH Watch Week is back, and Zenith is bringing out the big guns to kick off 2023. And one of the biggest and boldest has…

LVMH Watch Week: Hublot revitalises a classic and introduces some bold evolutions

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12.01.23

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LVMH Watch Week: Hublot revitalises a classic and introduces some bold evolutions

Hublot is kicking off 2023 with a big bang, debuting a brightly hued tourbillon in an exotic new material. An OG classic makes its return,…

LVMH Watch Week: TAG Heuer unleashes a flurry of releases

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11.01.23

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LVMH Watch Week: TAG Heuer unleashes a flurry of releases

TAG Heuer gives us another helping of the Monza, now in a carbon case and bold colours. New Sport, Golf and Titanium Connected watches mark…

LVMH Watch Week: Zenith expands their starry Defy Skyline universe with new skeleton and 36mm models

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11.01.23

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LVMH Watch Week: Zenith expands their starry Defy Skyline universe with new skeleton and 36mm models

The new Zenith Defy Skyline Skeleton replaces the recently discontinued Defy Classic Skeleton. The star-motif of the skeleton dial is now four-pointed instead of five-pointed. New…

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11.01.23

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INTRODUCING: Oris debut new in-house manually wound movement with the Big Crown Calibre 473

Oris debut new in-house manually wound calibre 473 in the new Oris Big Crown Calibre 473. Despite being manually wound, it is 0.5mm THICKER than…

What is so special about the new Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1?

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03.01.23

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What is so special about the new Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1?

Two dive watches have long battled for the title of the original diver’s watch: the Rolex Submariner and the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. Technicalities can drag…

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23.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Laco Edition 97 is a classic Type B pilot’s watch in bronze

Laco is the type of brand that attracts a niche group of watch enthusiasts: those who are into old school pilot watches and that appreciate…

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22.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Tutima Patria Small Second Blue & Gold

With its name first appearing on watches as early as 1927, Tutima have had a tumultuous yet resilient history. You may not be as familiar…

Pushing case design with the Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis 5-Day Power Reserve

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20.12.22

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Pushing case design with the Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis 5-Day Power Reserve

What is a watch case? Is it simply a container for the movement? The frame to a beautiful piece of art? For Hublot it seems…

The HYT Hastroid Cosmic Hunter combines avant-garde tech with materials of old

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20.12.22

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The HYT Hastroid Cosmic Hunter combines avant-garde tech with materials of old

The HYT brand is experiencing an encouraging renaissance. It came back with a big bang with the help of Kairos Technology and a certain Davide…

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19.12.22

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The Independedit: Habring² Doppel 38

In this intermittent new series, we’ll be looking to highlight the most interesting new independent pieces that we come across, and that we feel don’t…

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18.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Delbana Rotonda gets perked up with a range of new colours

We’ve paid a lot of attention to the re-emerging Delma recently, a Swiss brand with nearly a century of unbroken history that not enough people…

How the Meistersinger Singularis Enamel Edition finally won me over

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17.12.22

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How the Meistersinger Singularis Enamel Edition finally won me over

Although I am a self-confessed lover of weird things, I could never really put my finger on why I hadn’t fallen for Meistersinger. I’ve always…

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16.12.22

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NSFW! Holiday Hentai from a historic Swiss brand? Merry Christmas, I guess

Erotic watches have long been a controversial topic. Some praise the individuality, artistry and taboo nature of these pieces, impressed by the intricately painted scenes…

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15.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Minase Horizon and 5 Windows Midsize

There has been no shortage of love for Minase in recent times, and for good reason. The Japanese brand is consistently producing watches that challenge…

Moser enter the metaverse with new Endeavour Centre Seconds Genesis

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14.12.22

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Moser enter the metaverse with new Endeavour Centre Seconds Genesis

You know the world is addicted to digital media when the most prominent smartphone manufacturer, Apple, now adds a “screen time” tool to help users…

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14.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Extreme Double Tourbillon is high-tech AF

Even though it’s one of the most involved complications in the industry, developments in expertise and technology have enabled many brands to experiment with the…

Phillips adds a sector touch to their limited-edition Bulgari Octo Finissimo

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10.12.22

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Phillips adds a sector touch to their limited-edition Bulgari Octo Finissimo

The Bulgari Octo Finissimo is known first and foremost for its baroque-sculptural case design. But another defining feature across the Finissimo Automatic line is the…

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10.12.22

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INTRODUCING: A striking engraved masterclass from the Parmigiani Fleurier La Rosa Celeste

Parmigiani Fleurier is experiencing a mammoth resurgence under the watchful eye of Guido Terreni – we had a taste of this with their incredible releases…

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09.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Vacheron Constantin Égérie Moon Phase stuns with its diamond-studded designs

This trio of novelties from the Vacheron Constantin Égérie Moon Phase collection encompasses the brand’s incredible attention to detail and gem-setting savoir-faire. The first is…

Go modern vintage with the Nivada Grenchen Super Antarctic 3/6/9

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08.12.22

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Go modern vintage with the Nivada Grenchen Super Antarctic 3/6/9

There is a strong allure to the simple time-only watch. Without all the complications to distract us, these watches instead rely heavily on their design.…

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06.12.22

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INTRODUCING: Zenith closes out Extreme E’s sophomore season with new purple Defy Extreme E “Energy X Prix” Edition

The future is electric. And nowhere is this more apparent than in the world of motorsport. As we begin to leave fossil fuels in the…

The AP Starwheel is not new, but is the new take better than the OG?

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03.12.22

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The AP Starwheel is not new, but is the new take better than the OG?

When modern watch lovers think of the wandering hours complication, most would immediately think of Urwerk that has largely focused on the complication since the…

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02.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Norqain Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm Bronze – Black Dial

The watch community may be more familiar with their Adventure, Independent, and Wild One collections, but a top-seller for the Norqain brand is their Freedom…

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01.12.22

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INTRODUCING: The Titoni Heritage Bicompax Chronograph evokes café racer style

Titoni have evolved many times as a brand, although they’ve always kept up with wristwatch fashion admirably in their century of operation. In fact, it’s…

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29.11.22

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INTRODUCING: The Baltic Tricompax Panda and Reverse Panda deliver retro-fuelled chronograph action

As soon as Baltic unveiled their Tricompax collaboration with Peter Auto, we all held our breath for the standard model to drop and give the…

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27.11.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hanhart 417 ES Panda Flyback Chronographs offer even better value.

There is no shortage of vintage-inspired chronographs on the market. Especially coming from established Swiss brands that have dug through their vast catalogues to recreate…

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23.11.22

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INTRODUCING: Flame to please with the Oris Coulson Limited Edition

Oris has a long history at the forefront of environmental issues, releasing a continuous series of limited editions to benefit causes from ocean reef health…

Does the Atelier Wen Perception Wristcheck 传承 offer the most hypnotising dial of the year?

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21.11.22

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Does the Atelier Wen Perception Wristcheck 传承 offer the most hypnotising dial of the year?

After the wildly successful launch of Atelier Wen’s first batch of their handmade guilloché-dialled Perception, the brand is collaborating with Austen Chu of Wristcheck and…

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19.11.22

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INTRODUCING: The Brellum Pandial LE.3 DD DLC Chronometer

It’s easy for panda-dialled chronographs to be pigeonholed into a specific look, or to draw comparisons with other watches that have popularised the colour scheme.…

This new Gerald Genta watch displays Mickey Mouse playing football ahead of the World Cup

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18.11.22

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This new Gerald Genta watch displays Mickey Mouse playing football ahead of the World Cup

Gerald Genta Disney watches are über collectable these days. So when Gerald Genta, owned by Bulgari, revived the collection with a new Mickey Mouse “Smiley”…