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Colorful Gray: 14 Watches With Gray Dials

Trendy watches of the past few years have been mainly blue and green. Now we’re seeing something completely new: gray. So take a few minutes to view some of today’s most exciting gray watches and immerse yourself in the diversity of color. It’s time well spent. Watches have become noticeably more colorful during the past...

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Jun 22, 2024 by Ruediger Bucher

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

Time to Shine: New Colors for Three Cool Classics from Norqain, Baume & Mercier, and TAG Heuer

As the days grow longer and the sun climbs higher, some watch brands present a timely update to their palette. This summer, enthusiasts can look forward to a vibrant transformation of some popular timepieces. From the cool hues of ocean blues to subdued earthy shades and radiant copper, the latest color updates from Norqain, Baume...

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Jun 10, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

The Colors of Dolce Vita: Norqain Unveils News Shades for Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm

Color seems to be an even bigger trend in this year’s new watch models than in previous years. But it’s not just the stunning color ways – many brands are pulling out all the stops with creative hues, shades and nuances that often come with cool names reminiscent of places or cultural assets. Seiko, for...

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Apr 1, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

Expedition Companion: The Norqain Adventure Neverest GMT

This article was originally published in the March/April 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. This successfully designed timezone watch belongs to Norqain’s new Neverest collection, which takes its name from a combination of “Never rest” and “Everest.” What does this line of sports watches have to do with Mount Everest? First, these models are built...

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Feb 29, 2024 by Alexander Krupp

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

Showing at WatchTime New York 2023: Norqain Wild One Skeleton Turquoise

Norqain this year will once again return to WatchTime New York, with the young Swiss brand poised to showcase their most important and interesting models of the year. Among them, the brand will highlight the Wild One Skeleton Turquoise, a fresh-faced member of the brand’s Independence collection that makes use of bright details, a carbon...

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Oct 5, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Cycling Challenge: Norqain Launches Wild One Tortour Limited Edition

As official timekeeper at the Tortour cycling event, Norqain launches the limited Wild One Tortour timepiece. Tortour, a pun of German Tortur meaning “torture,” is a 1,000k bike race in Switzerland, which is the world’s largest non-stop cycling event. The first riders set off from the start/finish line in Küsnacht on the banks of Lake...

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Aug 15, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain Embraces Summer With Two Wild One Skeleton Timepieces

Norqain welcomes summer with the combination of two of its most popular timepieces in two very cool hues, turquoise and burgundy. The new Wild One Skeleton comes in an ultra-light case made of the brand-exclusive carbon fiber-based “Norteq” material. Ticking inside is the skeletonized NN08S movement, based on Sellita SW200-1 S c. This lightweight combination...

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Jul 24, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain Drops Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm Ice Blue Limited Edition

Norqain, a relatively young Swiss brand that focuses on traditional mechanical watchmaking infused with sportiness and a penchant for the outdoors, this spring launched a limited edition of its Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm. This vintage inspired chronograph stages its tricompax layout on an ice-blue dial with luminescent markers and hands under a domed sapphire glass....

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Jul 19, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

WatchTime New York 2023 Tickets on Sale Now

Following what was one of WatchTime New York’s biggest shows to-date in 2022, the esteemed collector’s event returns to Manhattan once again this year from October 20th to 22nd. WatchTime New York 2023 will bring together many of the world’s most impressive watchmakers and timepieces alongside countless enthusiasts, collectors, and industry experts. The multi-day event...

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Jun 16, 2023 by WatchTime

Norqain: 5 Watches to Celebrate 5 Years of Independence

Swiss watch brand Norqain has just launched five new references in its Independence collection – a nod to five successful years as an independent brand. The watches were launched in Zermatt, Switzerland, where the brand operates a flagship boutique and currently is a sponsor of the Zermatt Unplugged music festival. Jean-Claude Biver: “An important part...

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Apr 14, 2023 by Roger Ruegger

2022 Year in Review: 6 New Travel Watches

Once again continuing our annual yearly round up, today we look at more of the most exciting and innovative watch releases that broke onto the scene in 2022. And with travel truly back in action we’re recapping a collection of jet-setting travel watch companions to land on the year. Montblanc 1858 GMT Automatic Date While...

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Dec 28, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Showing at WTNY 2022: Norqain’s Wild One Collection Clad in Newly Developed Norteq Material

Swiss watch brand Norqain has built a strong reputation for itself in just four years since its debut. Joining its growing catalog is the newly introduced Wild One collection, which utilizes a novel carbon fiber composite material dubbed Norteq. Along with the experimental use of materials, the line offers a new case shape adding to the...

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Sep 21, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain Releases a Special Ladies’ Edition Adorned with Black Diamonds

Norqain expands its collection with a sporty model targeted toward a female audience. The Adventure Sport 37mm DLC Black Diamonds is based on the design of Norqain sports watches with the integration of diamonds into the case. Adorning the entirety of the DLC-coated bezel are 60 full-cut black diamonds. These gemstones, also called carbonados, are...

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Sep 2, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Robust and Filigree: Norqain Introduces Second Generation of Independence 22 Skeleton

Building upon the success of its first skeletonized wristwatch which was introduced last year, Norqain unveils the Independence 22 Skeleton Special Edition. Limited to 300 pieces, this special edition comes in a 42mm stainless steel case that features three different finishings – brushed, polished and sandblasted – to create a nice contrast and play of...

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Jun 25, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Jean-Claude Biver Joins Norqain’s Board of Directors as Advisor

Norqain, the young Swiss brand that was founded in 2018, announced a collaboration with Jean-Claude Biver. One of the most influential and respected experts of the industry, he has has brought success to every luxury watch brand he has been involved with. And it’s been many, from Blancpain and Omega to Hublot and TAG Heuer....

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Jun 8, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain Brings Back The Freedom 60 GMT Bronze

The young Swiss brand Norqain opens a new chapter in the success story of the Freedom 60 GMT Bronze by adding a new limited edition, this time with a midnight blue dial. The vintage-inspired watch face is distinguished by a GMT scale in the center including a day-and-night indication. Old Radium Super-LumiNova coating on the...

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May 28, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain Expands the Freedom 60 Chronograph Series with a Smaller Case Size and New Strap Options

Norqain launches two new variants of its popular, vintage-inspired Freedom 60 Chronograph this month, now with a goldilocks diameter of 40mm and the choice of a royal blue or anthracite dial. The colors beautifully contrast with the white flange and the three counters at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock of the two-layer watch face, which...

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Apr 25, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain Marks a Two-Tone Premier with the Adventure Neverest 41mm GMT Steel & Gold LE

At the start last fall, Norqain capitalized upon the success of its Adventure Neverest collection launched earlier in the year with the debut of its first follow-up, the Adventure Neverest GMT. To start this year, Norqain once again places its focus on the hardy collection, now launching its latest expansion via the new Adventure Neverest...

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Feb 28, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Faces of Nature: Five Watches with Dials Inspired by the Natural World

Watch dials have undeniably gotten more colorful in recent years, but even beyond expanding the palette of tones and textures, some watchmakers have turned to the flora and fauna of the natural world for inspiration. Here are five watches that bring organic and environmental motifs to the wrist. CHOPARD ALPINE EAGLE CADENCE 8HF Chopard’s Alpine...

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Jan 3, 2022 by Mark Bernardo

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