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Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Czapek Quai des Bergues Emerald Green L

WatchTime New York 2022 is only a few weeks away, with the iconic event making its seventh annual return to Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall on October 21-23. The three-day event is dedicated to showcasing some of the top timepieces of the year and giving guests the opportunity to converse with industry professionals. Over the course of...

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Oct 4, 2022 by WatchTime

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

Fortis Introduces Marinemaster M-44 Black Resin Gold

Since its redesign in 2021, Swiss watchmaker, Fortis, had introduced a variety of new additions to its Marinemaster line. The latest is the new Marinemaster M-44 Black Resin Gold. As its name suggests, the dive watch features a bidirectional bezel partly made of 18-karat yellow gold, while the case is crafted from recycled stainless steel....

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Oct 2, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Touching Monochromatic Style, Baume & Mercier Expands the Hampton Collection

Expanding its work into the realm of monochromatic color schemes and Art Deco, Baume & Mercier now adds two new releases to its Hampton Collection. Encompassing a steel and red edition as well as a pink gold and blue model, the two timepieces join the established modern series, which like other popular models like those...

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Oct 2, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Hands-On With The Quirky Leather-Dialed Vieren White Croc Watch

Design-forward mechanical watches from newer independent brands aren’t uncommon, but there is a distinct lack of up and comers in the dress watch segment and this holds especially true at the entry level. So, when I do hear rumblings of a new brand doing something a little offbeat like Toronto-based Vieren watches, I am compelled...

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Oct 1, 2022 by Bilal Khan

Flying High: Chopard Enriches the Alpine Eagle Collection with New Executions

Chopard’s Alpine Eagle sports watch collection, which is dedicated to the Swiss Alps and one of their most fascinating animal species, the eagle, welcomes a new dial color available for the 41-mm lineup. Like Aletsch Blue, Bernina Grey, and Absolute Black colorways which have preceded the latest addition, the new “Pine Green” is inspired by...

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Oct 1, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Frederique Constant Releases New Runabout Automatic Models

This year, Frederique Constant adds two limited editions of the Runabout Automatic – one in stainless steel and one with a rose gold plating – to the nautically inspired collection, each limited to 888 pieces. With a case diameter of 42mm, the timeless watches are suited to both men’s and women’s wrists. On the dial,...

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Sep 30, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Photo Recap: WatchTime Collector Event at South Coast Plaza

WatchTime’s in-person collector events returned to Southern California this past Friday, September 23 at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, California. Over 250 guests came to join the 13 participating brands for an evening of socializing with fellow enthusiasts and brand VIPs, participating in watchmaking events and demonstrations, and of course, an eventful boutique crawl...

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Sep 30, 2022 by Minda Larsen

The Glashütte Original SeaQ Goes Chronograph

In an exciting release for fans of the Glashütte Original SeaQ, the retro diver’s watch is taking shape as a chronograph for the first time in its history. The new addition to the Specialist collection features a blue sunburst two-counter dial with a color-coordinated panorama date. The 43.2mm steel case features a scratch-resistant blue ceramic...

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Sep 29, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: RGM Model 25 Depicting the USS Constitution Leaving Malta in 1804

WatchTime New York 2022 is returning for the seventh time to Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall this fall from October 21-23. Among an impressive lineup of more than 30 participating watch brands is American watchmaker RGM, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. As part of the horological event, the esteemed American maker will be...

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Sep 28, 2022 by WatchTime

Christopher Ward Channels Color with the C63 Sealander Automatic

Colored dials have been having a moment in the watch industry in recent years. Many brands have experimented with designing a vibrant color-pop dial housed in a neutral metallic case, and Christopher Ward is the latest brand to do so. Though not the first time the brand has produced colorfully designed models, its newest release...

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Sep 27, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Montblanc Geosphere 0 Oxygen Limited Edition

Not long from now, WatchTime New York 2022 will return to Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall, helping bring the watch world together for one of the biggest events of the fall. The three day exhibition will take place from October 21-23, with each day dedicated to showcasing the many fantastic timepieces of more than 30 participating...

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Sep 27, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Stowa Turns 95: Celebrating the Anniversary With a Limited Edition Prodiver

Earlier this year German watchmaker Stowa celebrated its 95th anniversary with the release of the Flieger Verus 40, that watch tapping into classic pilot watch design and celebrated the history of the brand. Continuing the celebration, Stowa released yet another anniversary limited edition in August of this year, the Prodiver Vintage 95 Limited. The watch...

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Sep 26, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Piaget Releases Two Polo Timepieces in Green

Piaget is introducing two limited editions to its Polo collection. The luxury sports watch family welcomes a three-hand execution in pink gold, the Piaget Polo Date, and the Piaget Polo Skeleton in steel. Both cases are distinguished by the collection’s hallmark round and cushion-shaped case silhouettes in 42mm and offer water resistance to 100 meters....

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Sep 26, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

NAWCC X HSNY Announce “Horology’s Great Collectors” Symposium in NYC From Oct 21 – 23

It’s almost time for the seventh annual return of WatchTime New York to Gotham Hall for a weekend-long showcase of the most sought-after watch releases from the past year. Spanning October 21-23, the event will be a great opportunity for watch-world novices, aficionados, and industry professionals alike to convene over their most common interest. If...

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Sep 25, 2022 by WatchTime

Peak (Smartwatch) Performance: Introducing the Montblanc Summit 3

Smartwatches aren’t a novelty anymore, and they arguably have outlived the narrow window of trendiness that was forecasted by some to be their expiration date. With notable watch brands like Montblanc becoming a key player in the luxury smartwatch category and increased innovation in wristwatch technology, it appears the smartwatch truly is here to stay....

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Sep 25, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

IWC Presents the Portugieser Automatic and the Portugieser Chronograph

Without a doubt one of IWC’s most successful collections, the Portugieser has been a benchmark in the world of luxury watches for over 90 years. The iconic timepiece owes its name and origin to two Portuguese watch dealers who asked the Schaffhausen manufacture to create “precise, generously proportioned men’s wristwatches in steel cases.” The manufacture...

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Sep 24, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: L. Leroy Tourbillon Régulateur Squelette Art Déco

WatchTime New York 2022 will be returning to Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall from October 21-23 for its seventh annual iteration. Over the course of the weekend, a diverse selection of more than 30 participating watch brands will display their most sought-after releases from the past year, bringing together industry professionals, experts, and enthusiasts together under...

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Sep 23, 2022 by WatchTime

Ladies Time: Longines Reimagines the Evidenza Collection

Longines, the world’s oldest registered watch manufacturer, has effectively set timekeeping standards in many fields throughout its history. From the first pilot’s watches that accompanied aviation pioneers such as Charles A. Lindbergh and Amelia Earhart on their daring adventures, to various equestrian disciplines, to alpine ski racing and other competitions. Setting a new standard now,...

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Sep 22, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Zodiac Expands Olympos Collection With New Blue Colorway

Zodiac is dipping into the realm of sport-inspired style with its latest release, the Olympos Automatic Three-Hand Date Blue. The model joins the existing modern Olympos collection, which is based on an early ‘60s Zodiac design by the same name. It is distinguishable through a unique case shape and dial that have evolved into a...

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Sep 22, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Introducing the New Panerai Luminor BiTempo

Perhaps the most iconic release from watchmaker Panerai in the history of the brand is the Luminor. Now, the luxury manufacture expands this family with a new GMT model whose Italian name, the Luminor BiTempo, might just make the hearts of Paneristi beat faster. Two colorways of the watch join the collection, a blue sun-brushed...

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Sep 21, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler