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Rolex Introduces the Day-Date 40, Now in Platinum with a Fluted Bezel

As Rolex enthusiasts are aware, even small adaptions make for big news in the brand’s universe. This year, Rolex’s elegant Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40 is presented in a stunning new 950 platinum version with a fluted bezel. Until now, platinum executions of this model equipped with the nickname “president’s watch” sported only smooth bezels because,...

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Apr 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

Shining Gold at Watches & Wonders: Vacheron Constantin’s Revived 222

It is one of the showstoppers at this year’s Watches & Wonders and bound to become a collectors’ piece: Vacheron Constantin’s contemporary re-edition of the 37-mm diameter yellow gold Historiques 222. Sporty yet chic when launched in 1977, the 222 marked a turning point in Vacheron Constantin’s classic creations, preceding the now super popular Overseas collection in its integrated design. Designed by the famous...

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Apr 6, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Bringing the Air-King in the 2020s, Rolex Launches Its Latest at Watches & Wonders

Rolex presents a new generation of its Air-King at this year’s Watches & Wonders, with a completely redesigned case, including a crown guard. This is the first major update to the Air-King line since 2016, when at Baselworld of that year Rolex unveiled the familiar, green-accented dial configuration which now defines the series. Like on...

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Apr 6, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Baume & Mercier Introduces New Hampton Watches at Watches & Wonders

The elegant dress watches of Baume & Mercier’s Hampton collection are all about Art Deco. Born in the early half of the 20th century, they have been a signature of the Geneva-based brand for decades. At this year’s Watches & Wonders, some particularly refined additions – both mechanical and quartz – equipped with mesh bracelets...

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Apr 5, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Zenith Unveils the New Chronomaster Open at Watches & Wonders 2022

In 2003, Zenith debuted the original Chronomaster Open, which was designed to highlight its El Primero caliber in the best possible way. It was the first time in the history of watchmaking that a chronograph revealed its regulating organ and escapement through a cut-out in the dial. The same rings true for the new Chronomaster...

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Apr 5, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Panerai Sets Sail with the Submersible Quaranta Quattro Luna Rossa at Watches & Wonders

After the Luminor Chrono Luna Rossa of 2021, Panerai is again launching a special limited edition model for the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli sailing team in 2022. The Submersible Quaranta Quattro Luna Rossa boasts a 44-mm case in Panerai’s AISI 316L satin-finished stainless steel. With its water resistance to 300 meters, the watch is sports...

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Apr 5, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Showing at Watches & Wonders: Vacheron Constantin Traditionelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph

Since 2006, Vacheron Constantin has been renowned for its Collection Excellence Platine comprising specific limited editions made of this noble metal. At this year’s Watches & Wonders, a special version of the Traditionelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph produced in a limited annual production joins their ranks. It is powered by the in-house Calibre 1142 QP and...

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Apr 4, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Grand Seiko Introduces Sporty Evolution 9 Spring Drive Collection at Watches & Wonders

Grand Seiko showcases the new Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive Collection at this year’s Watches & Wonders, now planned to hit the stores in August. The quintet in high-intensity titanium cases comprises of two GMT models, two GMT chronographs and one diver’s watch. While the famous Grand Seiko style is clearly evident, the line-up is...

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Apr 4, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Montblanc Launches the 1858 Geosphere Chronograph 0 Oxygene at Watches & Wonders 2022

In recent years, the Geosphere has become one of Montblanc’s most popular and sought-after watches. For the first time, the brand is now adding a stop function to this bestseller. However, the 1858 Geosphere Chronograph 0 Oxygene has even more to offer: As the name implies, there is no oxygen inside the 44-mm titanium watch....

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Apr 4, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Nomos Refreshes the Club Campus Collection with Bold Colorways

Right in time for the warmer season, Nomos Glashütte adds four colorful executions to its Club Campus collection. Aimed at a younger clientele and equipped with a closed case back that can be engraved individually, the latest generation features dials in deep pink and blue purple. The watches are available with a diameter of 36mm...

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Apr 3, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

IWC Soars with the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Woodland” at Watches & Wonders

The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Woodland” is the first IWC watch featuring a case in a newly engineered, dark green ceramic. Highlighting the tool-watch aura of the debutante, this special hue is inspired by the flight suits and uniforms of TOP GUN pilots. IWC takes pride in this development because colored ceramics result...

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Apr 3, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Exploring New Depths and Mechanics: TAG Heuer Debuts the Aquaracer Professional 1000 Superdiver

One year after introducing a new generation of its Aquaracer, TAG Heuer now unveils the Aquaracer Professional 1000 Superdiver at this year’s Watches & Wonders. Designed with exceptional performance in mind, the new professional-grade model comes in a 45mm case that is made of titanium grade 5 and water-resistant of up to 1,000 meters. This water resistance is in...

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Apr 3, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Oris Flies High with the New ProPilot X Calibre 400 at this Year’s Watches & Wonders

Three years ago, Oris caused a sensation with the Big Crown ProPilot X Calibre 115 – a technical-looking skeleton watch with manual winding, ten-day power reserve, small seconds and power reserve display. The new ProPilot X Calibre 400, introduced at Watches & Wonders 2022, has the same distinctive angular design of the case and bracelet,...

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Apr 2, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Montblanc Debuts it First Diver’s Watch at Watches & Wonders

At this year’s Watches & Wonders, Montblanc premiered its first diver’s watch, available with a blue, green and black dial and water-resistant to 300 meters or 1,000 feet. The brand’s take on this sought-after watch genre is quite refreshing; instead of referring to maritime diving, the glacial lakes around the Mont Blanc massif in the...

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Apr 2, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Vacheron Constantin Unveils Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton at Watches & Wonders

Vacheron Constantin introduced the Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton at this year’s Watches & Wonders. Available in platinum and rose gold, the haute horlogerie timepiece does not only represent top-notch craftsmanship and technical prowess, but also mark some premieres for the Geneva-based manufacture. Firstly, it introduces the tourbillon complication to the Overseas collection. Secondly, it is also...

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Apr 1, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Patek Philippe Unveils the Annual Calendar Travel Time at Watches & Wonders with New Movement, Dial, and Case

With the Annual Calendar Travel Time, Patek Philippe showcases a very sophisticated GMT watch now merged with an annual calendar – the latter only needing one correction of the date per year at March 1 and was first introduced to the market in 1996. The combination of the two complications marks a premiere for the...

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Apr 1, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Diving in Style: Jaeger-LeCoultre Launches the Polaris Perpetual Calendar at Watches & Wonders

With its latest addition to the Polaris collection, Jaeger-LeCoultre proves that sporty designs and even diver’s watches can be successfully combined with refined haute horlogerie complications. Dubbed the Polaris Perpetual Calendar, the new timepiece is the watchmaker’s leading entry to this year’s Watches & Wonders event. The multiple indications of the perpetual calendar – day...

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Apr 1, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Squaring The Circle: Hublot Introduces New Case For the Big Bang at Watches & Wonders 2022

Going straight for the unexpected, Hublot now unveils one of the most uncommon looking new designs at this year’s Watches & Wonders. The Swiss manufacture introduces a new case shape for its most iconic timepiece, namely the Big Bang. In addition to the round Big Bang and the tonneau-shaped Spirit of Big Bang, there is...

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Mar 31, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Unveiled in Gold at Watches & Wonders 2022: The Rolex Yacht-Master 42

Premiered in 1992, the Yacht-Master then, as now, is Rolex’s vision of a nautical watch. The last addition was introduced in 2019 in a new 42mm white gold case. The fleet is now joined by a yellow gold execution. The new version, like the original model, is distinguished by a bidirectional rotatable bezel fitted with...

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Mar 31, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Chopard Introduces the Alpine Eagle Flying Tourbillon at Watches & Wonders 2022

With the Alpine Eagle Flying Tourbillon, the Swiss manufacture Chopard, which celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, opens a new chapter in its luxury sports watch line first presented in 2019. The collection, inspired by the beauty of the Swiss Alps and its majestic inhabitant, the mountain eagle, also introduced a new stainless-steel alloy that...

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Mar 31, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler