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Girard-Perregaux Introduces Laureato 38mm With Charismatic Copper Dial

Girard-Perregaux enriches its Laureato product family with a new member that comes in a reduced, midsized, and gender-neutral case size of 38mm. The legendary design that premiered in 1975 is enhanced by a copper-colored dial that, thanks to its characteristic Clous de Paris pattern, transitions from tawny brown to pink-toned gold depending on the angle. It...

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Nov 7, 2022 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

Patek Philippe Introduces 5935A World Time Flyback Chronograph in Steel

As part of its magnificent fall debutantes, Patek Philippe announced a new take on its highly sought-after World Time Flyback Chronograph. Presented in steel for the first time and featuring a stunning rose-gilt hue dial with a “carbon” guilloché motif, it is the ultimate gem for the knowing collector. The case has a diameter of 41mm...

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Nov 4, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Shining Light: Hamilton Introduces Ventura XXL Bright

Hamilton opens another chapter to its ever-growing brand history with the addition of the Ventura XXL Bright. Housed in a 47.6mm black PVD-coated, stainless steel case, it contains a special quartz movement that illuminates red detailing in the dial with a push of the 9 o’clock button. Black hour and minute hands coated with Super-LumiNova...

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Nov 4, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

A Little Black Dress for the Wrist: Nomos Glashütte Releases the Ludwig 33 Noir

Classically simple or simply classic? Pure understatement is the essence of the Ludwig from Nomos Glashütte. This deeply elegant wristwatch is a statement of traditional design, yet is right on the pulse of the times. With its time display focused on the hour, minute and seconds, flat case and classic leather straps, the Ludwig is...

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Nov 3, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Watches and Wonders Creates Foundation Together with Rolex, Richemont, and Patek Philippe and Opens to the Public in 2023

After the success of the first edition of Watches and Wonders Geneva in 2022, Rolex, Richemont and Patek Philippe have decided to create the Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation (WWGF), a not-for-profit foundation based in Geneva, established in September 2022. According to the trade show, the mission of the foundation is “to promote watchmaking excellence throughout the world...

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Oct 28, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Bell & Ross Releases BR 05 Copper Brown

Bell & Ross enriches its BR 05 collection with a new dial colorway. The collection, consisting of black, silver gray, and navy blue versions, is distinguished by the brand’s famous square case and the four bezel screws. The newest colorway offers a copper brown hue, enriched by a sunray brush, completing the quartet of options....

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Oct 28, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

A Horological World’s First: Omega Unveils Two Chronographs Chiming the Elapsed Time

Few names have such charisma in the world of watches as Omega. Since its founding in 1848, the long-established Swiss manufacturer has been pushing the boundaries of watchmaking with avant-garde achievements, cutting-edge technologies and innovative design. Whether on NASA lunar missions, on the wrist of James Bond, or at the finish line of the world’s...

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Oct 27, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Zeit For An Update: A. Lange & Söhne Launches Next Generation Of The Zeitwerk

In 2009 A. Lange & Söhne shocked the (watch) world with the introduction of the Zeitwerk. The concept was based on the famous five-minute clock at the Semper Opera House in Dresden, Germany. A. Lange & Söhne took the design and scaled its details down to wristwatch size and paired it with a unique dial...

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Oct 27, 2022 by Martin Green

Alpina Introduces Alpiner Extreme Automatic

Alpina debuts a new design joining its series of ‘Extreme’ watches, which first came out nearly 20 years ago. It is distinguished by moderate proportions, an eye-catching dial texture, a bezel with triangular screws, and an integrated rubber strap. Joining the Alpiner collection, the new Extreme Automatic features a cushion-shaped steel case with dimensions of...

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Oct 27, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Mühle-Glashütte Introduces S.A.R. Mission-Timer

Mühle-Glashütte is approaching its second full decade of partnering with the German Maritime Search and Rescue Service (DGzRS). To mark the 20th anniversary of their collaboration, the brand presents the new S.A.R. Mission-Timer, which was developed according to the specifications of the maritime rescue team. The debutante follows up on the success of the famous...

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Oct 26, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Ulysse Nardin Adds a Dual Time Model to the Marine Torpilleur Collection

Deeply rooted in marine chronometry history, the Marine Torpilleur watch family, first launched in 2017, is a magnificent example of Ulysse Nardin’s DNA. The collection is distinguished by beautiful and wide dials, legible Roman numerals, a railway-minute track, and, of course, manufacture calibers that are reliable and precise. This year, it welcomes a new member...

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Oct 25, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Nomos Glashütte Expands Club Sport neomatik with a New Case Size

In line with customers’ demands for smaller case sizes, Nomos Glashütte unveiled the Club Sport neomatik polar and the Club Sport neomatik petrol during its annual Forum in Glashütte, Germany. Equipped with a state-of-the art metal link bracelet and a water resistance of 200 meters, its stainless steel case features a new diameter of 37mm...

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Oct 23, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Patek Philippe Releases Nautilus 5712/1R Moon Phases in Rose Gold with Sunburst Brown Dial

Patek Philippe opens a new chapter in the success story of the Nautilus. Presented in rose gold with a sunburst brown dial with a black-gradient rim, the Ref. 5712/1R-001 offers a stunning take on the Reference 5712/1, the first Nautilus with complications which was launched in 2006 on the occasion of the collection’s 30th anniversary....

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Oct 22, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Patek Philippe Debuts Destro Ref. 5373P Split-Seconds Monopusher Chronograph Perpetual Calendar

It’s not close to Christmas yet but we’re definitely getting some early gifts with some of these new Patek Philippe releases. The new Nautilus is deservedly going to get a lot of attention but if you’re like me, a destro Split-Seconds Perpetual Calendar is where the real action is (and I’m not even a leftie!)....

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Oct 20, 2022 by Bilal Khan

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Voutilainen Ji-Ku

Only one day away, WatchTime New York 2022— one of the US’ largest watch collecting events— is soon to make its grand return to Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall. Taking place from tomorrow Friday, October 21 until this Sunday, October 23, the event will bring together over thirty incredible watchmakers with thousands of enthusiasts for a...

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Oct 20, 2022 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Casio Oceanus “MAKI-E”

Kicking off tomorrow night, WatchTime New York 2022 is almost here, with this year’s show set to be one of our best yet. Marked as one of the most important collectors’ events of the year, the show brings together over 30 incredible brands and thousands of enthusiasts all under one roof at Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham...

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Oct 20, 2022 by WatchTime

GHPH 2022: A Closer Look at The Nominated Watch Brands

Since 2001, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) has been awarding “the most remarkable creations in order to nurture the advancement of the art of horology worldwide.” As a result, the GPHG quickly became the most important and prestigious annual award in the industry, even though brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe (or any member...

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Oct 19, 2022 by Roger Ruegger

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Chronoswiss Space Timer Moonwalk

WatchTime New York 2022 is now only two days away, with this year’s event to be our best yet. Bringing together over 30 participating brands and many of the most important watches of the year, the major collectors even will take place from October 21 to 23 at Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall. Among these brands...

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Oct 19, 2022 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC

WatchTime New York 2022 is less than two days away, with the event poised to be one of the biggest horological happenings of the year. Bringing together over 30 brands from Oct 21 to 23 at Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall, the event lets enthusiasts go hands-on with some of the most important watches of the...

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Oct 19, 2022 by WatchTime

Victorinox Embarks on a New Journey With the 1884 Collection

More than twenty years ago, Victorinox, undoubtedly the most famous manufacturer of pocket knives in the world, introduced the first watches with the brand’s famous “Cross & Shield” logo on the dial. While the headquarter of the company is located in Ibach, canton Schwyz, in the heart of Switzerland, the Victorinox Watch Competence Center in...

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Oct 18, 2022 by WatchTime