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Flying Colors: IWC Introduces Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP Gun “Oceana”

At this year’s Watches and Wonders, IWC Schaffhausen unveiled its first 41mm Pilot’s Chronographs in ceramic, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN “Oceana”. The newcomer features a case made of blue ceramic which was inspired by the color of the U.S. Navy’s working overalls and developed in collaboration with Pantone. It takes to the...

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May 5, 2023 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

Frederique Constant Expands Highlife Collection with a Sparkling Addition

Frederique Constant’s Highlife collection has expanded by one model more at this year’s Watches and Wonders with the introduction of the Highlife Ladies Automatic Sparkling. Aptly named, the design includes a series of diamond accents and a sparkling dial that give it a vibrant vitality in any light condition. With its sporty yet gem-centric design,...

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May 5, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Another Look at Rolex’s Latest and Most Colorful Oyster Perpetual

At this year’s Watches and Wonders, Rolex was not one to shy away from a bit of colorful experimentation, especially with its newest Oyster Perpetual model. The classic design sports a creative new dial characterized by a pattern of vivid-colored circles against a light turquoise blue background. Although the dial design makes a statement with...

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May 4, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Vulcain Releases SkinDiver Nautique Salmon Dial

In January 2023 Vulcain introduced the SkinDiver, a beautifully retro-styled diver’s watch with a distinct yet elegant 60’s charisma. Now, the Swiss tradition brand releases the SkinDiver Nautique Salmon Dial, limited to just 50 pieces. Its vibrant watch face with Superluminova indexes is framed by a jet black ceramic bezel. The stainless steel 316L case...

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May 3, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Recalling a ’90s Original, Chopard Introduces the L.U.C 1860 in Salmon

Making its first showcase at this year’s Watches and Wonders, the L.U.C 1860 from Chopard was a quick hit among press and enthusiasts. Taking inspiration from a timepiece that made its own debut in 1997, the newest rendition of the L.U.C 1860 sports an elegant salmon-colored dial and Lucent Steel case. The original model has...

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May 3, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Davide Cerrato Appointed CEO of Bremont

Today, Britain’s largest manufacturer of luxury watches, Bremont, announced the appointment of seasoned veteran Davide Cerrato as their new CEO and Board member. Bremont has been run by Nick and Giles English since the siblings founded the company, which is best known for their pilot’s watches, in 2002. The appointment comes after the £48.4M ($59M)...

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May 2, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

A Closer Look at Chanel’s Complete Interstellar Capsule Collection

For its return to Watches and Wonders earlier year, Chanel debuted its Interstellar Capsule Collection using motifs from the worlds of science fiction, space, and time travel. Presenting a handful of new interpretations of the brand’s J12, Première, Boy-Friend, and Code Coco watches, each model encourages a playful expression of science-inspired themes. The lead watch,...

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May 2, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Shades of Gray: Czapek Adds to the Antarctique Collection

The Antarctique collection from Swiss independent luxury brand Czapek is comprised of sporty luxury watches with integrated metal bracelets, a characteristic style of the 70s. The latest edition introduced at this year’s Watches and Wonders is the Antarctique Titanium Dark Sector, a watch that lives up to its name with a decidedly cool appeal. The...

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May 1, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Bronze for the Beach, Bell & Ross Debuts the BR 03-92 Diver White Bronze

Parisian-based watchmaker Bell & Ross joined Watches and Wonders for the first time this year, showcasing a breadth of new releases including the BR 03-92 Diver White Bronze. Channeling its signature round-within-a-square case aesthetic, the dive watch takes on new life in a bronze exterior. With an innate connection to the marine world, the less...

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May 1, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Bremont Launches Limited Edition to Honor King Charles

British watchmaker Bremont releases a limited edition based on the Martin-Baker ‘MB’ range on the occasion of the coronation of Charles III and his wife, Camilla, which will take place on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Limited to just 50 pieces, the MBII King Charles III is presented in a stainless steel case measuring 43mm in...

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Apr 28, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

A Jump Back in Time: Chronoswiss Revives the Famous Delphis

Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Swiss watch brand Chronoswiss, based in Lucerne, brought back the Delphis model at this year’s Watches and Wonders. Like its predecessor, which was first introduced in 1998 and wowed mechanical enthusiasts with its unique combination of indications, the Delphis Oracle features a jumping hour display and a retrograde minute hand,...

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Apr 28, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Roger Dubuis Innovates with New Monovortex Split-Seconds Chronograph

Roger Dubuis is a relatively young maker in the scheme of Swiss watchmaking, having debuted in 1995, an attribute that certainly informs its ever-innovative design spirit. Channeling this distinctive mindset once more, the brand introduced its Monovortex Split-Seconds Chronograph at this year’s Watches and Wonders exhibition. The development of the timepiece included a complex reinterpretation...

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Apr 28, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Jewel Tones and Diamonds: Rolex Updates the Day-Date 36

One of the many updates to the Rolex catalog to come out of Watches and Wonders this year is a trio of Day-Date 36 models with decorative stone dials. Rolex has historically taken some creative freedom with its Day-Date models, and the latest collection updates are no different. Each example makes use of a unique...

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Apr 27, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Arnold & Son Introduces the Ultrathin Tourbillon in Opaline and Red Gold

Introduced at this year’s Watches and Wonders by Arnold & Son, the new Ultrathin Tourbillon Gold represents a pure example of the brand’s design code that willingly omits frills and complex aesthetics. The watch joins a collection of models renowned for their ultra-thin flying tourbillons and certainly maintains that standard with its own slender mechanism....

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Apr 26, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Angelus Expands Chronodate Series with Three New Models

Returning to Watches and Wonders this year, Swiss brand Angelus exhibited the latest updates to its Chronodate collection. Among them were three models, the Chronodate Red Gold and the Chronodate Titanium, with the latter available in two distinct colorways. Each of the watches makes reference to its history, especially to the early successes of the...

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Apr 25, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Tudor Goes Polar with the Latest Black Bay GMT

Among its releases at this year’s Watches and Wonders, Tudor expanded its Black Bay GMT collection with a new execution sporting a bright polar dial. Though the brand ensures that the dial is not quite white, as it has a silvery “opaline” sheen, it is a fresh approach to the Tudor sports watch lineup that...

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Apr 24, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Eternally Classic: Breguet Wows with New Slim Classique Quantième Perpétuel 7327

The refined timepieces of the Breguet Classique line are all about accuracy and perfect readability. Stylistically inspired by the brand’s founder, they are distinguished by a wealth of fascinating technical and aesthetic details. The new Classique Quantième Perpétuel, offered in 39mm pink and white gold executions, is a beautiful example of this legacy. It is...

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Apr 21, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Chanel Channels Science Fiction With New J12 Cybernetic

At Watches and Wonders this year, iconic fashion brand Chanel entered the event with a handful of new timepieces all following a futuristic theme. Dubbed the Interstellar Capsule Collection, the capsule uses motifs from the worlds of science fiction, space, and time travel, presenting new interpretations of the brand’s J12, Première, Boy-Friend, and Code Coco...

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Apr 21, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Patek Philippe Reinterprets the Grandmaster Chime in Rose and White Gold

For Patek Philippe, this year’s return to Geneva for Watches and Wonders was marked by the debut of 17 new timepieces. The expansive lineup of new models is characterized by technical and aesthetic innovation, with each watch defining new-age attributes of the brand’s vast collections. Five of the timepieces fall into the Grand Complications category,...

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Apr 20, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

California Dreaming: Panerai Drops New Radiomir With Special Dial

Panerai returns to its origins with the new Radiomir California, which was unveiled during this year’s Watches and Wonders. Developed in 1935, the Radiomir was Panerai’s first wristwatch and laid the design foundation for contemporary Radiomir models. The newcomer comes with a dark green dial and is the first 45mm watch with a signature California...

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Apr 18, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler