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Big News at LVMH: Frédéric Arnault Appointed CEO of LVMH Watches and TAG Heuer and Zenith Get New CEO’s

Breaking news from LVMH Watches: Frédéric Arnault, who joined TAG Heuer in 2017, and became CEO of the tradition avant-garde brand in 2020, is appointed CEO of LVMH Watches, in charge of Hublot, TAG Heuer and Zenith. He will report to Stéphane Bianchi, CEO of LVMH Watches & Jewelry Division. “After successfully driving the transformation and acceleration of...

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Jan 5, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

It’s Time – WatchTime New York 2024 Tickets On Sale Now!

After an incredible show in 2023, WatchTime New York, the premier collector’s event in North America, is set to return to Manhattan from October 18th to 20th, 2024. WatchTime New York 2024 promises to be even more spectacular, with the show marking the 25th anniversary of WatchTime and bringing together the world’s finest watchmakers, timepieces,...

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Jun 20, 2024 by WatchTime

Catching the Wind: Vacheron Constantin Introduces Overseas Tourbillon High Jewelry

The Overseas Collection represents Vacheron Constantin’s ideals of a modern-day luxury sports watch. Subtly reworked in 2016, it not only boasts a robust design— including various tool-free interchangeable straps— but also features a distinctive silhouette. The collection also, of course, features sophisticated in-house calibers, whose exceptional quality and finishing details are confirmed by the famed...

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Jan 5, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Union Glashütte Releases Noramis Chronograph Sport with Gradient Dials

Union Glashütte introduces an enticing update to its Noramis line as the year comes to a close. Expanding upon the brand’s first water sports watch unveiled in 2021, the German watchmaker now offers three chronographs with captivating color variations: blue, anthracite, and turquoise. With a water resistance of up to 20 bar, the Noramis Chronograph...

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Jan 4, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Oak & Oscar Olmsted FEW: A Watch That Makes You Want to Have a Drink

Oak & Oscar Founder Chase Fancher is not only really into watches, but also about good bourbon and whiskey. In fact, he used it even in the brand name, as ‘oak’ refers to the oak barrels these spirits get their character in. In case you were wondering, Oscar is the name of his dog, his...

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Jan 4, 2024 by Martin Green

On to 2024: Meet the New Longines Master GMT Gold Executions

In the realm of watches, the three-letter acronym “GMT,” representing “Greenwich Mean Time,” requires no introduction. For aficionados, it could equally signify “grand, magnificent, and timeless,” encapsulating the convenience of displaying dual time zones in a singular timepiece. Even in an era where every cellphone provides access to all 36 time zones, the allure for...

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Jan 3, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Green Rambles: New Years Resolutions

Many people make them, but not all succeed in following through, as New Year’s Resolutions remain a tricky thing. They usually focus on taking up good habits and doing away with bad. Some might also affect your watch collection, as going more frequently to the gym (or to start going at all) can help you...

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Jan 3, 2024 by Martin Green

Editor’s Pick: The Most Memorable Watches From 2023

As we approach the end of the year, the editorial team at WatchTime is reviewing the standout timepieces that captured our attention in 2023. Watchmakers from various corners of the industry infused the year with energy, exploring vibrant hues, pioneering materials, and achieving remarkable technical advancements. As we contemplate the year that unfolded, join us...

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Dec 28, 2023 by WatchTime

Sponsored: Hands-on with the Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar

Glashütte Original, the German luxury watchmaker, has consistently delivered exceptional timepieces— through its creations bringing together a balanced combination of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Among its distinguished mechanical offerings, the Senator Excellence line stands out, representing a modern generation of timeless classics. In the spotlight now are four new variants: two Perpetual Calendar models,...

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Dec 26, 2023 by WatchTime

The 2023 WatchTime Guide to (Non-Watch) Holiday Gifting

‘Tis the season of holiday gifting, and while the allure of adding a few more watches to your collection is undeniable, there’s a world of accessories beyond the realm of timepieces proper that deserves consideration. Among the top contenders is, undoubtedly, a subscription to WatchTime Magazine, but throughout the year, we’ve encountered an array of...

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Dec 22, 2023 by WatchTime

Up, Up, and Away: IWC Delights with Big Pilot’s Watch 43 Le Petit Prince

In the world of watches, there are many different realms that influence the design of new models. However, perhaps the most beautiful inspiration comes from the fiction of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s Little Prince, which has already inspired IWC Schaffhausen to create several special editions. The story has been translated into more than 250 languages to date...

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Dec 21, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Approaching a Century of Watchmaking, Laco Introduces the Edition 98

With the unveiling of Edition 98, Laco maintains its stride towards the impending centennial celebration in 2025. Since 2020, Laco has been releasing annual special editions, each limited in production to reflect the company’s current age. The Edition 98 stands out as a pilot’s chronograph with the popular bicompax layout on its black dial. Noteworthy...

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Dec 20, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Hands-On Debut: IWC Collabs with Warner Bros. Aquaman for Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month

Just released by IWC is a pair of Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month watches done in partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures for the upcoming superhero flick Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Done in red and blue iterations, both are based on the same watch that debuted in 2017 with a Ceratanium case. These big complicated...

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Dec 19, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Leica Introduces Elegant Two-Tone Edition of Leica ZM 1

The Leica ZM 1 Gold Limited Edition is an homage to the brand’s rich heritage, pioneering spirit, and craftsmanship. Limited to just 50 pieces, this modern-day watch pays tribute to the iconic Leica I Model A Luxus, the first Leica camera made of gold, introduced in 1929. Derived from the Leica L1, which was debuted...

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Dec 19, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Carl F. Bucherer Releases Quartet of Manero Peripheral Perpetual Calendar Watches

Perpetual calendars are the pinnacle of calendar watches. Their mechanical “program,” designed to last for decades and beyond, is able to manage the different lengths of the months (including February) even in leap years, as will be the case in 2024. Behind this precision is a complex mechanism of gears, ratchets, levers and springs that...

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Dec 18, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Sponsored: Hands-on with the Glashütte Original Senator Chronometer Tourbillon Limited Edition

Tourbillons epitomize mechanical finesse and the pinnacle of timekeeping precision. Taking this revered complication to new heights is the flying tourbillon, which itself as a lightweight and intricate mechanism allows the mechanical function to be showcased in all its splendor. Originating in the 1920s, this masterpiece was the brainchild of Alfred Helwig, an instructor at...

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Dec 18, 2023 by WatchTime

Fast Meets Filigree in Breitling’s Top Time B21 Classic Cars Chronograph Tourbillon Edition

Breitling puts the pedal to the metal with three new additions to the the Top Time collection. Re-introduced in 2021, this collection celebrates American classic cars from the 1960s, such as the Ford Mustang and the Shelby Cobra. The Top Time Collection was first introduced in the 1960s to meet the demands of people with...

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Dec 15, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Hurray for Hues: Meet the Ressence Type 1 Round Multicolor

Introducing the latest addition to the Ressence lineup, the Type 1 Round Multicolour offers a playful twist on the cutting-edge principle of the time display forgoing with hands. The timepiece showcases a sleek titanium case paired with a double-domed sapphire crystal top, measuring 42.7mm x 11mm. The dial, made from German silver, features a sophisticated...

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Dec 14, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain and WatchTime Celebrate the Holidays at NYC SoHo Pop-Up Boutique

Last week a group of a dozen watch collectors joined WatchTime and Norqain for an intimate holiday party at the brand’s pop-up SoHo boutique in downtown New York. In addition to champagne and cocktails, guests mingled with the WatchTime and Norqain teams while taking in the specially designed boutique space. And, of course, guests tried...

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Dec 14, 2023 by WatchTime

A Study in Blue: Meet the Hand-Wound Classima Capsule Edition from Baume & Mercier

Thanks to the sleek lines of its round case, the spacious dials with elegant numerals and the elegant leather straps, the Baume & Mercier Classima fully lives up to its name and makes for a picture-perfect dress watch. The latest addition to the collection, the Hand-Wound Classima Capsule Edition (MOA 10735), delights with a skeletonized...

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Dec 13, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Hands-On Debut: Hublot Big Bang Unico Magic City Limited Edition

Amidst the bustle of Design Miami 2023, Hublot launched a new limited edition watch in tribute to the vibrant city. The new Hublot Big Bang Unico Magic City has an ‘80s inspired (think Miami Vice) color scheme on the dial and is housed in a sleek black ceramic case. Naturally, since this is a limited...

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Dec 13, 2023 by Bilal Khan

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