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IWC is stealthy in ceramic for the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Top Gun

Borna Bošnjak — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 11:00:40 +0000

Many manufacturers have delved into the recent trend of brightly coloured dials fitted to slightly dressier, but still everyday-friendly watches. It’s fairly rare, however, that this colourful element continued into the cases, and this is where IWC’s ceramic-cased Pilot’s Watch line-up comes in. It’s no secret that their Pantone-tinged Woodland Green, white Lake Tahoe, and … Continued

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Everything you need to know about the new Omega Seamaster 300M 60 Years of James Bond Edition

Zach Blass — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 07:00:14 +0000

If you ask any watch enthusiast what the most influential watch partnership ever is, without hesitation they will answer Omega and James Bond. Jean-Claude Biver, the watch industry G.O.A.T. that he is, had the foresight to reject the original $50k proposal and instead negotiated up to a $2M deal that stretched far beyond simply a … Continued

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Roger Dubuis CEO Nicola Andreatta on the concept of Hyper Horology and expecting the unexpected

Borna Bošnjak — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:00:27 +0000

The next stop in our Watches & Wonders CEO interview journey is Roger Dubuis, a brand notable for their big switch from super-classical to Hyper Horology, and the ethos defined by the Excalibur. Their show booth blasts your senses with lights and music, in a set-up reminiscent of a bourse gone ballistic. To get the … Continued

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HANDS-ON: The new Breguet Type XX and Type 20 move the needle forward while being more faithful to the OGs than ever

Zach Blass — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 11:00:09 +0000

When you think of Breguet watches, the first word that comes to mind is probably guilloché. The maison is widely celebrated for their engine-turned dials, truly decorated by hand in a world where many other brands have moved towards stamping them. But Breguet is by no means one-dimensional. Sure, the brand’s namesake makes you think … Continued

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The Horage Lensman 2 doubles down on the vintage camera inspiration

Fergus Nash — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 11:00:58 +0000

Despite the obvious links to a passion for photography, it seems as though the chief mission for Horage is to redefine the meaning of ‘tool watch’. With cameras taking the bulk of the design inspiration, the photography links are merely an outlet for that proof of concept. Creating a beautiful, high-end watch can still be … Continued

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VIDEO: Hublot’s colourful Spirit of Big Bang 32 and Yellow Magic

Fergus Nash — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 11:00:55 +0000

Hublot’s bold designs aren’t exactly known for their versatility, but I think a lot of people could be surprised by just how much their style is actually capable of achieving. The Spirit of Big Bang isn’t just a catchy title for Hublot’s tonneau-shaped case design, but rather an example of how the industrial feel and … Continued

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Jaeger-LeCoultre focuses on refinement of their elegant collection for Watches & Wonders 2023

Fergus Nash — Tue, 30 May 2023 15:30:33 +0000

The Watches & Wonders stand of Jaeger-LeCoultre is always one of the most attractive exhibitions, as the watchmaker of watchmakers know exactly how to best use their horological status. This year, the Stellar Odyssey collection has made way for a focus on harmony and beauty, with Jaeger-LeCoultre returning to the Reverso Tribute as their basis … Continued

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All the heavy hitters from Chopard’s 2023 collection

Fergus Nash — Sun, 28 May 2023 01:00:24 +0000

Chopard are capable of excellence in every field, from the loftiest of complicated haute horology to the most casual of sports watches. Whatever style they cover, there’s always going to be something unique about each watch with the Swiss jeweller’s unmistakable identity. Their releases at 2023’s Watches & Wonders pretty much cover that assessment, with … Continued

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The light-hearted magic of the Hublot Big Bang Tourbillon Blue Sapphire

Fergus Nash — Sat, 27 May 2023 11:00:32 +0000

Hublot dominate the sapphire-case game to the extent that other brands barely even attempt to match them. Previous years have seen the Big Bang in orange, pink, yellow, green, and even wine red, with no signs of the momentum slowing down. It has proven Hublot’s humility in approaching something as high-end as a tourbillon watch … Continued

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The Casio G-SHOCK G-SQUAD is the perfect remake of a 40-year-old legend

Borna Bošnjak — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:46:24 +0000

If you’re into cars, you’ll be familiar with the old adage that every petrolhead needs to own an Alfa Romeo at some point in their life. The same can be said for watch enthusiasts and G-SHOCKs – though for vastly different reasons. Where Alfas are known to be the automobile equivalent of passionate flings – … Continued

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VIDEO: Andrew and Fabrizio break down the new Bulgari Octo Roma and the first-ever Octo Roma chronographs

Zach Blass — Tue, 23 May 2023 02:00:06 +0000

The Roman Jeweler of Time is home to many wonderful creations, but, due to the success and milestone records broken within the collection, much of the Bulgari conversation these days revolves around the Octo Finissimo. This year, Bulgari decided they were not having that. It was time to give the OG Octo Roma its due … Continued

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IWC’s green-dialled Pilot’s Chrono in rose gold is a luxe take on a tool watch

Borna Bošnjak — Sun, 21 May 2023 15:30:45 +0000

All the rage at the IWC booth during the 2023 edition of Watches & Wonders was the revamped Genta Ingenieur, and rightfully so, for the most part. This story, however, is not about the Ingenieur, but IWC’s bread and butter – pilot’s watches – and more specifically, the brand new Pilot’s Chronograph 41 in stunning … Continued

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“Just created, 50 years ago” – Baume & Mercier CEO David Chaumet recalls the Riviera story

Borna Bošnjak — Sun, 21 May 2023 07:00:12 +0000

One of the original champions of the geometrical, integrated-bracelet watch design is Baume & Mercier, first entering that market with the 1973 Riviera. Its dodecagonal bezel and minimal dial layout were designed by Jean-Claude Gueit, preceding many integrated-bracelet icons by some years. David Chaumet has been steering the Baume & Mercier ship since 2019, and … Continued

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The Doxa SUB 300T Clive Cussler delivers a dial fit for a pirate

Mitchell Barber — Thu, 18 May 2023 22:30:18 +0000

A friend of mine has this saying. Whenever he would see something old, he would point at it and say, “Old but good”. A rusty old Land Cruiser, a guitar that has endured years of abuse on stage, whatever it is, it’s old but good. We have a fascination with objects that have taken on … Continued

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The Ulysse Nardin Freak One is a super-freak and chic

Kylie Lloyd-Wyatt — Wed, 17 May 2023 15:30:49 +0000

Ulysse Nardin’s original Freak shook the watch-o-sphere to the core when unveiled at Basel in 2001. It was like nothing anyone had seen before; a complete reimagining of how a watch can function and display time where there was no crown, no dial and no hands. Seemingly so complex with a gear train sprawled across … Continued

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It is About Effing Time you watched the three amigos’ Watches & Wonders coverage

Time+Tide — Mon, 15 May 2023 15:30:26 +0000

If you have yet to hop on the About Effing Time train, you are really missing out. Cause if anything, it is not even a train – it is a full-on party bus. Three horological Avengers assembled after a fateful encounter at Watches & Wonders 2022, where our very own Andrew McUtchen, George Bamford of … Continued

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Why Tudor stole the show at W&W 2023

Borna Bošnjak — Thu, 11 May 2023 15:30:38 +0000

At Tudor’s booth this year, the theme was evolution not revolution. While the titanium Pelagos 39 intensely stirred the best-modern-luxury-dive-watch pot, the brand’s main Watches & Wonders focus was the Black Bay range. Watch Andrew’s and Zach’s live reactions to the new releases below, and read on for a quick summary of each. Tudor Black … Continued

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HANDS-ON: The Speake-Marin Ripples Blue Jeans & Ripples Date bring new colour and complication

Zach Blass — Wed, 10 May 2023 01:05:31 +0000

These days, for a manufacture not to have an integrated watch design is a bit like not having a smartphone. Sure, there may be a bit of respect for these flip-phone manufactures resisting the trend and times. But, ultimately, in the midst of the craze, having a solid integrated sports watch within a manufacture portfolio … Continued

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HANDS-ON: The Depancel Serie-R 5th Anniversary

Fergus Nash — Tue, 09 May 2023 11:00:04 +0000

Five years is a drop in the ocean for a heritage watchmaker, but for a brand like Depancel the wooden anniversary is truly significant. The spirit of racing runs through them much deeper than their short existence may suggest, and they manage to stand out in a truly flooded market of motoring-inspired watches. Their best … Continued

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KISS, MARRY, KILL: The Time+Tide team reveal their picks from Watches & Wonders

Zach Blass — Sat, 06 May 2023 11:00:43 +0000

Watches & Wonders is obviously a great time to get introduced to some of the biggest novelties of the year across 40-plus brands. But, it is also a rare moment each year where our global team finds themselves all in one place together. Last year, you let us know you really enjoyed our meet the … Continued

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Alpina introduces an Extreme Alpiner quartet on its 140th birthday

Kylie Lloyd-Wyatt — Wed, 03 May 2023 15:30:20 +0000

It was birthday season at Watches and Wonders 2023 with Swiss brand Alpina celebrating its 140th year of existence. Established in 1883, Alpina has become synonymous with sports watches since establishing its core design tenants of anti-magnetic, steel, shock-resistant, and water-resistant watches way back in 1938. In 2022, Alpina’s revamped Alpiner Extreme collection caught the … Continued

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Frederique Constant celebrates 35 years with three new releases

Kylie Lloyd-Wyatt — Tue, 02 May 2023 15:30:19 +0000

Established in 1988, Frederique Constant is a relatively new player on the Swiss watch scene with a mere 35 years under its belt – a blink in the eye of the likes of Vacheron Constantin. Despite its comparatively shorter history, the brand has still garnered worldwide success on the back of solid, classic design and quality … Continued

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Celebrity watch challenge – do you pick the black or blue TAG Heuer Glass Box Carrera Chronograph?

Fergus Nash — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 11:00:22 +0000

Blue or black is an age-old formalwear quandary that can divide any demographic, but the choice between colour or monochrome also extends to some of the most popular sports watch dials. With the release of the new TAG Heuer Glass Box Carrera Chronograph, the debate continues between the reverse panda configuration and the blue dial, … Continued

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Jaeger-LeCoultre CEO Catherine Rénier on the origins of the Reverso and why the golden ratio is central to its success

Fergus Nash — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:30:34 +0000

At last year’s Watches & Wonders, Jaeger-LeCoultre dazzled attendees with their Stellar Odyssey collection accompanied by a mesmerising stall. This year, they calmed us back down with an exploration of their beauty and history, as exemplified by a spectacular hologram and water display at the centre of various craft demonstrations. Take a deep breath and … Continued

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Parmigiani Fleurier are maintaining their killer momentum in style

Fergus Nash — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 15:30:29 +0000

It’s easy to read about a watch brand having an incredible turnaround and soar in popularity, and you may even notice the rise in social media posts or news articles written about a new phenomenon. But, if you really want to capture the excitement behind something amazing, then you need to be able to see … Continued

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The A. Lange & Söhne Grand Lange 1 slims down to become a collector’s dream

Fergus Nash — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 15:30:13 +0000

After the impeccable German brand A. Lange & Söhne was all but pulled apart by the wars of the 20th century, it took almost five decades to come back from the dead. Günter Blümlein, who had done great work with IWC and Jaeger-LeCoultre, reached out to the surviving great-grandson of Ferdinand Adolph Lange and helped … Continued

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Seiko grows the SKX-style 5 Sports lineup by shrinking the case

D.C. Hannay — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:30:34 +0000

Seiko’s popular 5 Sports line grows with 4 versions in a new 38mm case size Four dial colours are available from launch, including a still-trendy teal variant The drop from 42.5mm to 38mm makes the SKX-style case friendlier to a wider range of wrists There was an audible gasp from watch nerds everywhere when Seiko … Continued

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Ryan Gosling commits grand theft auto in The Chase for Carrera

Borna Bošnjak — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:30:22 +0000

While mainstream movie buffs may be up in arms over missed Easter eggs from the Mario movie and debating whether Oppenheimer or Barbie will take the cake for the best movie of 2023, real film connoisseurs will be keen to get their eyeballs on this – The Chase for Carrera. Starring none other than the watery-eyed … Continued

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Our favourite IWC releases from Watches & Wonders 2023

Zach Blass — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 11:00:19 +0000

Watch fans were eagerly awaiting Watches & Wonders, with over 40 brands presenting their new novelties at the fair. But, for one brand, there was exceptional anticipation – and that brand was IWC. In our watch-bubble, murmurs spread like wildfire that would be the year that IWC would revamp their beloved Ingenieur watch. Fortunately, IWC … Continued

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Zach & Kylie react to the Cartier 2023 Watches & Wonders novelties

Zach Blass — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 11:00:22 +0000

Different brands have different approaches to Watches & Wonders releases. Some come to the fair with a single hero novelty along with a few collection refinements. Others bring an onslaught of new horological toys to play with. Cartier is without a doubt in the latter camp, coming to Watches & Wonders 2023 with over 80 … Continued

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