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WATCHES & WONDERS: Patek Philippe remind us there’s more to life than sport watches

31.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Patek Philippe remind us there’s more to life than sport watches

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

WATCHES & WONDERS – It’s a whitewash! The DOXA Whitepearl expands into multiple forms

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31.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS – It’s a whitewash! The DOXA Whitepearl expands into multiple forms

Following the resounding success of the entry-level SUB 200 Whitepearl colourway, DOXA applies a lick of fresh white paint across its model range. Spanning five…

TAG Heuer puts the novel in novelty with new tourbillon chronograph cased in diamond-set aluminum

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31.03.22

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TAG Heuer puts the novel in novelty with new tourbillon chronograph cased in diamond-set aluminum

Novelty. It is a term utilised by watch manufacturers across the board in regard to their new releases for a given period or year. But…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Panerai diversifies the Submersible range

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Panerai diversifies the Submersible range

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

WATCHES & WONDERS: TAG Heuer follow up LVMH Watch Week with a whole lot more

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: TAG Heuer follow up LVMH Watch Week with a whole lot more

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Vacheron Constantin 2022 novelties overview

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Vacheron Constantin 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground to…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Grand Seiko 2022 novelties overview

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Grand Seiko 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year and with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground to…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Jaeger-LeCoultre go star-gazing with the Stellar Odyssey collection

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Jaeger-LeCoultre go star-gazing with the Stellar Odyssey collection

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground to…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Chopard collection overview

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Chopard collection overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Cartier reveals the shape of things to come for 2022 with expansive range of novelties

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Cartier reveals the shape of things to come for 2022 with expansive range of novelties

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Hublot hit a purple patch and release a brand new case shape

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

WATCHES & WONDERS – Zenith maintain their momentum with a bumper crop of new releases

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS – Zenith maintain their momentum with a bumper crop of new releases

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…

WATCHES & WONDERS: The Baume et Mercier Classima collection delivers a range of sporty everyday warriors

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30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: The Baume et Mercier Classima collection delivers a range of sporty everyday warriors

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

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28.03.22

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INTRODUCING: The Longines Elegant Collection is a modern ode to simplicity

Longines is a brand that knows how to use their heritage, which you would expect from the company with the world’s oldest active registered trademark…

VIDEO: The Tissot PRX receives a long-awaited leather strap option

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26.03.22

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VIDEO: The Tissot PRX receives a long-awaited leather strap option

The Tissot PRX has delighted many a watch enthusiast since its release. With its dashing good looks and ’70s soul, it’s been nothing short of…

VIDEO: Unpacking why the Omega x Swatch BioCeramic MoonSwatch is out of this world

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24.03.22

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VIDEO: Unpacking why the Omega x Swatch BioCeramic MoonSwatch is out of this world

We’re going to call it a space oddity. Albeit it a very welcome one at that. But today’s news that Omega have teamed up with…

Omega x Swatch blast off together on the BioCeramic MoonSwatch collection

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24.03.22

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Omega x Swatch blast off together on the BioCeramic MoonSwatch collection

Standing in the Omega HQ in Bienne, Petros Protopapas is visibly excited. The Brand Heritage Director of Omega is holding forth under a vast cosmic backdrop…

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23.03.22

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INTRODUCING: The Longines Spirit Zulu Time collection is upgraded with a COSC-certified GMT calibre

The Longines Spirit collection was one of the most instantly successful new watch releases from a big brand in years, with not a single detail…

The new M.A.D.1 RED brings the coveted MB&F project to a wider audience

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23.03.22

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The new M.A.D.1 RED brings the coveted MB&F project to a wider audience

Usually the hottest watches of the year have huge launch events, major press conferences and keynotes, and sizable social media and marketing campaigns. But last…

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23.03.22

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INTRODUCING: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo 10th Anniversary Limited Editions

Consumers in this day and age are all too familiar with the finished products of watch manufacturers thanks to digital watch media, whether from publications…

LIVE PICS: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra is the new thinnest mechanical watch in the world at 1.8mm

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22.03.22

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LIVE PICS: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra is the new thinnest mechanical watch in the world at 1.8mm

With a marketplace that thrives on the emotional connection between consumer and brand heritage, anniversary milestones have become a prominent moment for manufacturers to celebrate…

No, the dial of the Moritz Grossmann Central Second Purple isn’t a pigment of your imagination

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18.03.22

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No, the dial of the Moritz Grossmann Central Second Purple isn’t a pigment of your imagination

If you’re not already familiar with all of the Glashütte watchmakers, you may not have come across Moritz Grossman before. They might not enjoy the…

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15.03.22

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INTRODUCING: Five new Tissot PRX 35mm pieces get a bold new look

The words “Tissot PRX” have crossed my lips on many occasions over the past year or so since its release, mostly in the context of…

Things are about to get crazy. The Tissot PRX now comes in a Valjoux-powered 42mm panda chronograph, and Australians can order it here today

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11.03.22

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Things are about to get crazy. The Tissot PRX now comes in a Valjoux-powered 42mm panda chronograph, and Australians can order it here today

The PRX Automatic Chronograph was always going to be a big deal. In its essence, it stands to be a hot chronograph line extension that,…

Why the revamp of the Omega Speedmaster ’57 collection is an evolution in all the right ways

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10.03.22

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Why the revamp of the Omega Speedmaster ’57 collection is an evolution in all the right ways

I’ve always had a crush on the dual register Omega Speedmaster ’57 collection. The design felt modern and sleek while I also appreciated the date…

The Ming 22.01 GMT may be your best shot at getting your hands on this hot independent

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09.03.22

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The Ming 22.01 GMT may be your best shot at getting your hands on this hot independent

I’m going to be honest with you. The appeal of independent watch brands has grown in my day-to-day involvement with this hobby. The chance of…

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02.03.22

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INTRODUCING: The tiny modification to the Longines Spirit 37 collection that make the watches even better

When the Longines Spirit collection originally dropped, perfection was on everybody’s mind. The design was fresh enough to be exciting, yet familiar enough to feel…

A multi Kurono owner shares his tips to secure the new Chronograph II White Shiro

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24.02.22

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A multi Kurono owner shares his tips to secure the new Chronograph II White Shiro

Amongst those who know me in the metal, and, to be fair, if you have read my previous coverage of the brand, you know I…

More compact, thinner and “time only” – the Hublot Big Bang Integral in 40mm

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22.02.22

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More compact, thinner and “time only” – the Hublot Big Bang Integral in 40mm

The Hublot Integral, as its name suggests, has been a core representation of the sports-watch brand for quite some time now. It’s seen its fair…

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21.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Ledger is inspired by cryptocurrency

The future. It’s always here before you know it. And in an industry based on the anachronistic idea of the mechanical timepiece, Swiss watchmakers Hublot…

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18.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Seiko 5 Sports x Worn & Wound 10th Anniversary Limited Edition

Seiko loves to celebrate anniversaries. The 140th anniversary of the Seiko Corporation brought forth a ton of commemorative limited-edition novelties, for both the Seiko and…

Bulgari flexes their mechanical mastery with new Octo Roma models

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16.02.22

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Bulgari flexes their mechanical mastery with new Octo Roma models

Bulgari has become increasingly known for their achievements in chasing down thinness records and contributing to the craze of integrated bracelet sports watches. Introduced in…

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15.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Longines Legend Diver Watch adds new gradient dials to its repertoire

The Longines Legend Diver collection, since its inception in 2007, has presented a strong example of heritage revivals done right. Longines, a trendsetter in this…

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11.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 is smaller, sleeker in 42mm, and better optioned again

While some watch collectors may ‘pooh pooh’ smartwatches in general, ultimately it is the largest category of watches in the marketplace today. Sure, they may…

Zenith x Revolution & The Rake strike back with an “Airweight” titanium take on the wildly popular “Cover Girl”

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10.02.22

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Zenith x Revolution & The Rake strike back with an “Airweight” titanium take on the wildly popular “Cover Girl”

Zenith has been on a real hot-streak as of late, coming in strong for LVMH Watch Week with some very intriguing pieces such as the…

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09.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200 collection

The Aquaracer line from TAG Heuer has become as iconic to the history of the brand as the Monaco and the Carrera, given that it…

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05.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Golf Orange Carbon

Complications are where watch manufacturers display their technical prowess. Traditional functionalities such as perpetual calendars or rattrapante chronographs are, well, complicated to manufacture. But Hublot…

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29.01.22

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INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Midnight Borealis & Sunset (Live Pics)

Although fashion trends in the watch world tend to move a lot slower than trends in other industries, the current loop of obsessing over a…

All of the 42 new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary releases of 2022

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27.01.22

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All of the 42 new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary releases of 2022

Editor’s Note: Audemars Piguet did not hold back this week, starting off 2022 with a revamped Royal Oak Collection in honour of the 50th anniversary of…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: Bulgari 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: Bulgari 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties to…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: Zenith 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: Zenith 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: TAG Heuer 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: TAG Heuer 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: Hublot 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: Hublot 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties…

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18.01.22

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INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Revival A3642 resurrects an octagonal design unlike any other

Who did it first? That is always a prominent question in watch design. When people begin to discuss the Zenith Defy, many people categorise it…

“Digital and luxury come together” – George Bamford reviews the new Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up Digital

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15.01.22

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“Digital and luxury come together” – George Bamford reviews the new Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up Digital

Editor’s note: You’re almost certainly familiar with George Bamford, but just in case you’ve been lagging behind here’s a quick background primer. George got involved in…

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13.01.22

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Naomi Osaka Limited Edition

Naomi Osaka is undeniably one of the modern tennis greats, but where she really stands out is in the press conferences. I’ll be the first…

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07.01.22

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INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko kicks off 2022 with icy blue dials, one of which is kira-zuri!

Back in 2020, Grand Seiko dropped two US Special Edition watches, marking the birth of the Sōkō Collection that takes its inspiration from the end…

Former Australasian head of Rolex Patrick Boutellier opens Rolex Boutique in Melbourne CBD, invites customers to “come and tell your story”

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21.12.21

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Former Australasian head of Rolex Patrick Boutellier opens Rolex Boutique in Melbourne CBD, invites customers to “come and tell your story”

There is a saying that when one door closes, another one opens. The only problem with that for Patrick Boutellier was that when he closed…

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17.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Aspen Snowmass Limited Edition

Many brands align themselves with celebrities and famous influencers, but nothing is more authentic than nature and sport itself. In honor of the 75th anniversary…

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16.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Monochrome Montre de Souscription 2 x Czapek Antarctique “Monochrome White”

While the collection has been around for years now, more and more members of the watch community are waking up to the appeal of the…

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11.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Franck Muller x Bamford Watch Department Snoopy inspired Crazy Hours

“Yesterday I was a dog. Today I’m a dog. Tomorrow I’ll probably still be a dog. Sigh! There’s so little hope for advancement.” These words were…

Raketa teams-up with The Limited Edition and Scottish Watches to present the Mars-3

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11.12.21

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Raketa teams-up with The Limited Edition and Scottish Watches to present the Mars-3

Watches and the celebration of outer space have a long and intertwined history, most notably Omega with their Speedmaster joining NASA’s trip to the moon.…

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09.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Omega Globemaster Annual Calendar collection gets enlivened with a burst of colour

When someone hears “Omega”, the watch that pops into their head is invariably the iconic Speedmaster. Yet the brand’s dress watches are some of their…

The J.N. Shapiro Infinity Tantalum Limited Edition marks the first tantalum case made in-house outside of Switzerland

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08.12.21

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The J.N. Shapiro Infinity Tantalum Limited Edition marks the first tantalum case made in-house outside of Switzerland

I must confess I have a strong affection for J.N Shapiro watches. As a born and bred American, whenever I see US watchmaking get time…

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05.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Eden Rock St Barths is an even more limited twist on the Unico Sky Blue

Last year, Hublot introduced a Big Bang Unico Sky Blue – which we raved about due to its eye-popping hue in a year where blue…

What’s the connection between The Matrix and the Hamilton PSR MTX Limited Edition? We have the exclusive…

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04.12.21

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What’s the connection between The Matrix and the Hamilton PSR MTX Limited Edition? We have the exclusive…

Hamilton loves to tell a great story with each of their new releases. This facet of the brand is recognised by many of their partners.…

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04.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch 43 Spitfire Editions

Has IWC finally created the perfect iteration of the Big Pilot? Well, perfect for those of us whose wrists don’t resemble a redwood’s trunk, anyway.…

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03.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Baltic Bicompax Pulso made for Revolution and The Rake

As far as microbrands are concerned, Baltic is slowly reaching iconic status. There was a strong showing at this year’s Pink Dial Project auction for…

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03.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Zenith DEFY Zero-G and 21 Double Tourbillon are clear-cut winners in sapphire crystal

Sapphire crystal. Known for its durability and high transparency, it’s the number one choice for top watch brands around the world, providing a window for…

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02.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The one-off Parmigiani Fleurier La Rose Carrée flexes the horological might of the manufacture

If you asked me which watch brands the mass marketplace needs to pay greater attention to, Parmigiani Fleurier would genuinely be on my list. In…

The Swatch x Peanuts collection unveils fun range of Snoopy and Charlie Brown watches

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01.12.21

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The Swatch x Peanuts collection unveils fun range of Snoopy and Charlie Brown watches

It seems pretty ironic that Charles Monroe Schulz, the American cartoonist and creator of Peanuts – probably the most popular and influential comic strip in…