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Norqain jazzes up the Wild One with skeleton-dialled duo

Borna Bošnjak — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 11:00:05 +0000

Making waves upon its September 2022 release, the Norqain Wild One signalled that Jean-Claude Biver’s advisory role in the brand wasn’t just a marketing move, but rather a shot at the big leagues. With a new composite case made of the brand’s proprietary Norteq material and Kenissi power, it was clear that Norqain is investing … Continued

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Glashütte Original’s Sixties gets a period-appropriate Small Second variant

Borna Bošnjak — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 01:00:57 +0000

The Vintage collection has been home to Glashütte Original’s modern re-interpretations of their past catalogues, and the Sixties collection a spitting image of the watches produced under the GUB/Glashütte Original brands during the `60s. The latest in this Spezimatic-numeralled line-up is the Glashütte Original Sixties Small Second. Until now, we’ve seen the Sixties reproduced with … Continued

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The Alpina Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years is a retro throwback loaded with Art Deco charm

Fergus Nash — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 11:00:14 +0000

Alpina celebrate their 140th anniversary this year. The Alpina Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years is powered by a Calibre 490 from 1938. 28 of the Calibre 490s were restored for two limited editions of 14 pieces each. A trend that has been swirling in the background of watchmaking for a number of years is starting … Continued

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New Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport collection brings a subtly sporty touch to the hit lineup

Zach Blass — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:55 +0000

New Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport collection replaces former “GT” line Collection includes two chronographs and two automatics each presented with silver dials in steel and rose gold cases, and on integrated rubber straps The Sport Auto uses new 41mm case size, with the addition of a central seconds hand the PF Micro-Rotor does not … Continued

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Jaeger-LeCoultre presents a black sunburst rendition of the Master Control Chronograph Calendar

Borna Bošnjak — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 15:30:30 +0000

This Master Control collection was launched in 1992 as a look back at Jaeger-LeCoultre’s mid-century creations, but executed in a thoroughly modern way. It contains iconic features like the alarmed Memovox, but also this decidedly classic combination of complications – a chronograph and complete calendar with a moonphase. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronograph Calendar now … Continued

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Bamford Watch Department x Wes Lang present a Limited Edition TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

Zach Blass — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:51:21 +0000

BWD collaborates with Wes Lang to bring the artist’s signature flourishes to the iconic Carrera Chronograph Wes Lang is known for his recurring figures and symbols— horses, reapers, skulls, birds, the indigenous American and other post-pop Americana iconography The watch is a harmonious melding of Jack Heuer and Wes Lang’s design codes in a rose … Continued

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The new Bulova Marine Star models reframe a mish-mash of influences into bombastic new looks

Fergus Nash — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 01:00:48 +0000

Some watches play to a faithful template, while others prefer to try something more imaginative. These new Bulova Marine Star models are definitely in the second category, pulling influences from seemingly every direction and frankly it’s difficult to know what to make of them. All that said, if you’re looking for something with unashamed character … Continued

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IWC celebrates 75 years of the Mark series with a silver-dialled Mark XX

Borna Bošnjak — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 01:00:18 +0000

There’s no doubt that IWC is one of the most important players in the pilot’s watch game. Without digging too deep, numerous legendary models have emerged, from the very first Mark 11 issued to the RAF in 1948 to the latest Big Pilot’s Perpetual Calendar. It is that very first Mark-series watch that is being … Continued

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Remember that unreleased IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Top Gun Lake Tahoe Lewis Hamilton was caught wearing? Well it is OUT NOW!

Zach Blass — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:50 +0000

Lewis Hamilton was photographed wearing an unreleased white IWC watch at F1 Miami in May IWC today releases the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar Top Gun Lake Tahoe It will be available at the beginning of July 2023 While I may be the New York City kid who has yet to get his driver’s … Continued

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New Rolex Daytona revealed for 24 Hours of Le Mans race centenary – what you need to know

Zach Blass — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 17:37:56 +0000

New 18K white gold Rolex Daytona with special visual cues celebrates 100 years of 24 Hours of Le Mans race Uses a new 4132 calibre exclusive to the model that features a 24-hour counter rather than the standard 12-hour counter US$51,400 and not announced as a limited edition Rolex is typically viewed as the unfaltering … Continued

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When it comes to Porsche Design’s new Chronograph 718 Spyder RS, you have options

D.C. Hannay — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 07:00:28 +0000

As the famous slogan goes, “Porsche…there is no substitute”. A young Tom Cruise knew it after outrunning the bad guy with his father’s 928 in 1983’s Risky Business, and the legend rings true more than ever today. In celebration of the introduction of the new 718 Spyder RS, Porsche Design has made an introduction of … Continued

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The Chanel Mademoiselle J12 La Pausa is a playful tribute to Coco Chanel

Fergus Nash — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:30:23 +0000

The latest ode to Coco Chanel is the Chanel Mademoiselle J12 La Pausa. It shows Coco Chanel in a more androgynous style which she paved the way for in women’s fashion. The image is inspired from a photo at her La Pausa villa in 1930. As the only fashion designer to be named in Time … Continued

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The new Junghans Meister Pilot models put a fresh twist on pilot’s watches

Dániel Dobai — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 01:00:49 +0000

Junghans adds three new versions to the Meister Pilot collection The new dial colours include sand and navy blue A rich history complements great value for money Even if it seems like it, not every pilot’s watch has to look the same. The Junghans Meister Pilot is a novel take on a concept that’s in … Continued

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The OWO & House of Bovet Special Edition 19Thirty is a truly exclusive watch

Fergus Nash — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 01:00:19 +0000

It’s not often I get to write about watches that can’t be bought, but occasionally there’s something special enough to warrant exploration. I have already delved deep into the history of Bovet, from their familial ancestry in Fleurier to their absolute dominance in 19th century Canton. Despite some struggles in the past, The House of … Continued

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The Dan Henry 1970 44mm is back with new colours and the same, affordable price

Fergus Nash — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:00:34 +0000

The Dan Henry 1970 44mm has been re-issued four years after it sold out. The range of new colours includes a black and cream dial with a blacked-out case. It’s available as a limited edition of 1,970 pieces. Dan Henry has soared since the brand’s inception back in 2016, and they can hardly even be … Continued

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The Casio x Stranger Things A120WEST-1A is ready for whatever parallel universe you’re entering

Fergus Nash — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 15:30:22 +0000

Casio’s collaboration with Stranger Things brings back the reference A120. The A120WEST-1A is full of Stranger Things Easter eggs such as a blinking backlight. More A120 references should be released later in the year. Stranger Things certainly didn’t begin the nostalgic obsession for the 1980s, but it definitely kicked it into another gear. As the … Continued

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The Accutron Spaceview Evolution is a more decorative twist on the Spaceview 2020

Zach Blass — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 01:00:46 +0000

New Accutron Spaceview Evolution is literally a twist on the Spaceview 2020 Movement orientation has shifted 30 degrees, offering a new dial aesthetic and crown placement at 2 o’clock New decoration style for dial-side of the movement with “knurled” bridge detailing Accutron’s claim to fame is the fact that they were the first to offer … Continued

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The colourful Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic and Classics Premiere

Fergus Nash — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 07:00:01 +0000

The Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic collection has been expanded with three new light colours With their sporty versatility and summery colour schemes, they could be considered affordable alternatives for the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 The Classics Premiere collection has also been announced in limited numbers, with traditional looks in an elegant case Often when discussing … Continued

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Back in black: The Porsche Design Chronograph 1 celebrates 75 Years of the iconic car brand

Fergus Nash — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 11:00:45 +0000

Celebrating the 75th anniversary of Porsche’s first car, the band have re-released a special edition of the Porsche Design Chronograph 1 limited to 475 pcs. The Porsche Design Chronograph 1 was originally designed by the same Ferdinand Porsche who designed the 911 It was originally the first watch to feature a blacked-out PVD case If … Continued

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The Norqain Freedom 60 Ice Blue is a blast of menthol freshness on the wrist

Fergus Nash — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:30:29 +0000

The Norqain Freedom 60 Ice Blue Limited Edition brings fresh new colour to the catalogue. Its 100m water-resistant case makes it ready for adventure even as a chronograph. It’s a limited edition of 300 pieces. Norqain are a brand that pride themselves on adventuring and environmentalism, however their best-selling watch is actually one of the … Continued

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Tissot revives the trailblazing Sideral with a new forged carbon case (live pics)

Borna Bošnjak — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:00:29 +0000

The 1970s were a spawning ground for all things weird and wonderful in design, leaving behind the classical, restrained designs of the mid-century aesthetic. Bullhead chronographs, TV cases and the idea of steel as a luxury material emerged in the watch world, along with some truly unique trailblazers getting lost amid the flurry of change. … Continued

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The Certina DS Action Diver takes a trip to the darkside

Fergus Nash — Wed, 31 May 2023 15:30:38 +0000

The Certina DS Action Diver is now available in a stealthy black finish. The 43mm case is tamed by the black PVD and a 13.1mm thickness. It’s powered by the Powermatic 80, with an 80-hour power reserve. The growth of Certina’s catalogue in the last couple of years has been especially fun to watch as … Continued

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The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph is infused with racing spirit and vintage style

Fergus Nash — Mon, 29 May 2023 15:30:57 +0000

Depancel and Jürgen Clauss have reunited for a second limited edition. The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph captures the racing spirit and blazing blues of the Alpine A110. They’ve used new-old-stock Valjoux 7753 movements, refurbished for vintage vibes and modern reliability. Many people wouldn’t have heard of Alpine were it not for the Renault Formula 1 … Continued

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Maurice Lacroix presents the new Pontos S Diver in proper Mediterranean fashion

Pietro Pilla — Sat, 27 May 2023 08:30:08 +0000

Maurice Lacroix releases a new version of the Pontos S Diver after discontinuing the 2013 model Three dial colourways available: Grained Black, Lacquered White & grained Deep Blue This new version is thinner, smaller and more refined, making it more versatile than before Maurice Lacroix just released their new Pontos S Diver in the best … Continued

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The TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton gives the iconic model a techno remix

Luke Benedictus — Fri, 26 May 2023 15:30:57 +0000

TAG Heuer releases the first Monaco with a skeletonised dial Three colourways available – Original Blue, Racing Red and Turquoise Cases are made from grade 2 titanium Would Steve McQueen be turning in his grave at the sight of the new TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton? It’s worth asking the question, because there’s no doubt that … Continued

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Bulgari’s high jewellery watches take inspiration from Mediterranean flora and fauna

Kylie Lloyd-Wyatt — Fri, 26 May 2023 11:00:52 +0000

With the rise of their watches popularity on the back of some pretty stellar releases – the Octo Finissimo, recent Octo Roma, and the ever-evolving Serpenti come to mind – us watch-o-philes could be forgiven for overlooking Bulgari’s accomplishments in high jewellery. Last week, at the Palazzo Ducale in Venice, Bulgari unveiled the Mediterranea High … Continued

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The Franck Muller Grand Central Tourbillon Flash brings a sporty attitude to a complex movement

Fergus Nash — Fri, 26 May 2023 01:00:40 +0000

It can sometimes be difficult to know what to make of Franck Muller. Whether it’s because of the brand’s relative youth or general whimsical approach to design, it seems that a lot of collectors don’t take them particularly seriously. However, Franck Muller is built on a bedrock of technical excellence and that has earned them … Continued

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Audemars Piguet unveils new Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” 42mm

Zach Blass — Thu, 25 May 2023 16:01:18 +0000

New Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” marks second Marvel collaboration after “Black Panther” Continues tradition of a limited edition of 250 pieces, with a piece unique “Black-suit Spider-Man” to be auctioned for charity The solid white-gold, hand-painted and engraved Spider-Man figure requires no less than 50 hours of work When Audemars Piguet debuted … Continued

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The J.N. Shapiro Resurgence brings American craftsmanship roaring back

D.C. Hannay — Mon, 22 May 2023 15:30:08 +0000

J.N. Shapiro introduces the first handmade mechanical watch “Made in America” since 1969 The Resurgence is a love letter to handmade watchmaking, offering a layered guilloché dial, engine-turned mid-case, and damaskeening on the bridges Options are plentiful, making each Resurgence unique to its owner Whenever we talk about the ultra-high end of horology, the discussion … Continued

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The value-driven Citizen NJ015 collection is finally set to hit the US market next week

Dániel Dobai — Sat, 20 May 2023 15:30:21 +0000

Five configurations of the much-awaited Citizen NJ015 will finally make its US-market debut on May 23 At US$450, the Citizen NJ015 presents great value for money within the integrated steel design segment Familiar at this price-point, an in-house Citizen 8210 beats inside the sporty case Citizen, as its name suggests, has been making watches for … Continued

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