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Bulgari Introduces Updated Octa Roma Collection, Now Including a Chronograph

Paying homage to the brand’s connection to the Eternal City, Bulgari has just introduced the renewed Octo Roma collection with increased water resistance (100m), Clous de Paris motif on the dial, and – for the first time – with a chronograph model. Italy’s capital is not only the place where Greek silversmith Sotirio Bulgari (1857-1932)...

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Mar 28, 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

Tudor Debuts Its Latest Vintage Diver Recall in the Black Bay 54

There’s no doubt that the Black Bay, a historically inspired diver’s watch with a highly authentic appeal, is one of Tudor’s most important collections today. It also takes the spotlight at this year’s Watches and Wonders. In addition to the classic Black Bay with a 41mm diameter and the classic Black Bay Fifty-Eight with a...

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Mar 28, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Watches and Wonders 2023: TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Glassbox

The celebrations of the 60th anniversary of the iconic TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph continue at this year’s Watches and Wonders with the introduction of a new model inspired by the collector favorite “glass box” design. It earns its name from its sapphire crystal, which is shaped like the domed hesalite crystals found on some vintage...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Rolex Unveils New Cosmograph Daytona at Watches and Wonders 2023

Arguably the most important new Rolex release from Watches and Wonders is the latest generation of the Cosmograph Daytona. Right in time for its 60th anniversary, this iconic chronograph revs up with a new motor. Under the hood ticks the new Caliber 4131, an evolution of the brand’s in-house Cal. 4130 that first debuted in...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

“Yaaaay!”: Oris Launches Special ProPilot X Edition With Kermit the Frog

“Life’s like a movie. Write your own ending.” Jim Henson’s Kermit the Frog has been cheering us up with life lessons and advice since he first hit the big screen in 1955. An ambassador of peace, love, and joy, The Muppet Show’s friendly character’s messages are always about having a good time with friends and...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Watches and Wonders 2023: Chopard Unveils Alpine Eagle 41 XPS

Chopard’s Alpine Eagle is one of the most coveted luxury sport watches of our time. It combines contemporary sporty-chic and pure design with sophisticated genuine L.U.C calibers from the Chopard Manufacture. After a flyback chronograph movement, a high-frequency caliber and a flying tourbillon, Chopard now adds an ultra-thin model with a case height of a...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Watches & Wonders 2023: Piaget’s Latest Polo Perpetual Calendar Is Rock Solid

While watches with stone dials become en-vogue again and are adopted by more and more brands, others can look back at a history in this field that spans several decades. Piaget had an extensive collection of watches with stone dials in the 1950s, and this tradition has really set into the brand’s DNA. The latest...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Martin Green

Watches and Wonders 2023: Montblanc Secret Minerva Monopusher Chronograph Limited Edition

Last year, Montblanc introduced the limited edition Unveiled Secret Minerva Monopusher Chronograph in 2022 in lime gold (18 pieces) and stainless steel (58 pieces). Following suit this year, the brand introduced a new execution of this chronograph with column wheel and horizontal clutch presented in a 43mm steel case with a special finishing technique to...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Tudor Announces Pop-Up Boutique During Watches and Wonders 2023

During this year’s Watches and Wonders, Tudor will open a pop-up boutique where the entire range of its watches, including the new releases of 2023, such as the Black Bay 54 and the Black Bay GMT, will be available for purchase. Starting at 12pm on Monday, March 27th, the pop-up boutique, will be open...

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Mar 26, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

On the Upswing of History: Junghans Presents Meister Pilot Chronoscope

The new Meister Pilot Chronoscope follows the success of a pilot’s chronograph from Junghans that the German Bundeswehr equipped their pilots with in the 1950s. In the days before GPS positioning and autopilot, mechanical watches were indispensable for navigation. This instrument-like timepiece was powered by the very precise and reliable J88 caliber. With great attention...

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Mar 24, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

The WatchTime Q&A: Tim Mosso

WatchTime’s Roger Ruegger caught up with self-described “perpetual student” Tim Mosso, “a watch collector, writer, historian of modern watchmaking, and a voice for the global community of watch enthusiasts,” and perhaps best known as the Director of Media at pre-owned specialist Watchbox, for which he and his team have created more than 6,000 videos. Pictured...

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Mar 24, 2023 by WatchTime

The Charisma of Color: Omega Releases Aqua Terra Shades

Today Omega announced a new series of watches in its Aqua Terra collection, aptly names Aqua Terra Shades. The models are offered in either a 34mm or 38mm stainless steel case that is water resistant to 150 meters. Playing to its name, the dial is equipped with a range of sun-brushed shades such as Atlantic...

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Mar 23, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Breitling Introduces Top Time B01 Ford Thunderbird

Breitling’s automotive racing team welcomes its newest member: the Top Time B01 Ford Thunderbird. It is the fourth model to join the 1960s-inspired Top Time Classic Cars collection. With its prominent tail fin, rock-solid construction, and luxury features, the Ford Thunderbird, first unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in 1954, made automotive history. The convertible...

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Mar 21, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Check Out All the New and Returning Brands to Watches and Wonders 2023

Watches and Wonders is an annual event that showcases the latest innovations and designs in the luxury watch industry. Attendees can expect to see new models, limited editions, and the latest advancements in watch technology. The major horological event is making its return to Geneva this month, with a total of 49 brands set to...

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Mar 20, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

The WatchTime Q&A: An Interview with Uwe Ahrendt from Nomos

This article was originally published in 2022. Since February 2022, “made in Glashütte” is a legally protected designation of origin that provides a significantly improved framework and is therefore a more effective protection for watches from the “cradle of German watchmaking.” WatchTime met with Uwe Ahrendt, managing director and general partner of the award-winning German...

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Mar 18, 2023 by Roger Ruegger

Richard Mille RM 07-04 Automatic Sport: The Athletes Watch

The approach of Richard Mille when it comes to sports watches has always been an interesting one. Instead of aiming at its clients, they develop their watches for professional athletes. The most exciting part of this is that most of them don’t need to wear a timepiece when they want to break records and win...

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Mar 16, 2023 by Martin Green

Hands-On Debut: Girard-Perregaux Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition

Girard-Perregaux and Aston Martin have collaborated on several watches over the past few years and the just-released Girard-Perregaux Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition might be the best looking one yet. For the first time, the Girard-Perregaux Laureato will come in a green ceramic case and bracelet offered in both the 42mm and 38mm case...

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Mar 15, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Beware! G-Shock Releases New Frogman Timepiece

Mother Nature has long been an inspiration in the world of watches. The same rings true for animals and their habitats. A frog, however, is a rather unusual creature to be associated with a timepiece, especially the poison dart frog, a rare species found in the Amazon region of South America. Well, Casio G-Shock is...

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Mar 14, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

An Elegant New Travel Companion: The Frederique Constant Highlife Worldtimer

First released in 1999 and then re-introduced in 2020, Frederique Constant’s Highlife collection embodies the values that have contributed to the Maison’s success: a refined design, Swiss high-end watchmaking, and an attractive price point. Now this highly contemporary watch family is being further expanded to include two timepieces with a world time function. This sophisticated...

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Mar 13, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

A New Face and Heart: Meet Cuervo y Sobrinos’ Latest Historiador Asturias

Cuervo y Sobrinos launched an eponymous watch series, the Historiador Asturias, as a declaration of love for the founder’s home in Asturias, a principality located in northwest Spain. Now it is being extended by a new execution with an intriguing anthracite dial with sunray finish. The subtle colorway makes for a beautiful background for the...

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Mar 10, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler