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Zenith Introduces Two New Pilot Boutique Editions with Blue Dials and Three Vintage Icon Pilot Models

At last year’s Watches and Wonders, Zenith presented its historically inspired Pilot model in a completely new design, with two executions, the Pilot Automatic and the Pilot Big Date Flyback. They were available in stainless steel and ceramic cases, with diameters of 40mm and 42.5mm respectively and distinguished by horizontal grooves on their black dials. This collection...

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Jan 16, 2024 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

Striking the Ball: Oris Launches Father Time Limited Edition (With Live Photos)

Oris and the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), a partner of the Swiss brand, collaborated on a limited edition bronze version of the Big Crown Pointer Date. In tune with this history-charged timepiece, the bronze case of the Father Time Limited Edition has a diameter of 40mm, a knurled bezel, a distinctive crown, and is equipped...

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Jan 11, 2024 by Sabine Zwettler

WATCH REVIEW

Change of Course: Reviewing the IWC Pilot’s Watch Timezoner Chronograph

IWC’s Pilot's Watch Timezoner Chronograph was developed to be an ideal travel companion. A quick spin of the bezel suffices to show a new time zone, and a built-in flyback chronograph makes this an exceptional timepiece at a reasonable price. We give it a closer look in this feature from the WatchTime archives.

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Dec 28, 2023 by Martina Richter

Approaching a Century of Watchmaking, Laco Introduces the Edition 98

With the unveiling of Edition 98, Laco maintains its stride towards the impending centennial celebration in 2025. Since 2020, Laco has been releasing annual special editions, each limited in production to reflect the company’s current age. The Edition 98 stands out as a pilot’s chronograph with the popular bicompax layout on its black dial. Noteworthy...

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Dec 20, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

WATCH REVIEW

All Fired Up: Reviewing the IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire

This article is from the WatchTime archives and was first published in 2020. IWC launched a new Spitfire squadron in its collection of pilots’ watches at that debuted in 2019. A self-winding movement from the new 32000 family of manufacture calibers debuts inside the case of the Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire. We tested one in...

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Dec 11, 2023 by Martina Richter

Oris Delights with Unique Dial: Meet the New ProPilot X Calibre 400 Laser

Oris this fall introduces a special edition of its popular ProPilot X Caliber 400, featuring a unique dial with a rainbow shimmer that changes color when moved. Notably, this effect is achieved without the application of color pigments; instead, a laser finishing technique is employed. The laser finish absorbs red light and reflects green and...

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Dec 4, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

’80s Revival: Reviewing the Breitling Super Chronomat B01 44 with UTC Module

With the Super Chronomat, Breitling revives a model from the 1980s – including a roller bracelet with an integrated GMT module. We give it a hands-on test in this feature from the WatchTime archives. When it comes to mechanical watches that were introduced in the ’80s, not that many models are still remembered today. But...

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Dec 2, 2023 by Jens Koch

FEATURE

Flying Ace: Tracing the History of the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch

IWC's Big Pilot’s Watch became an instant classic when it was re-released in 2002. But its history stretches much further back in time. In this feature from the WatchTime archives, we explore the Big Pilot and its many evolutions over the decades.

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Nov 14, 2023 by Jens Koch

Flying Colors: IWC Adds Two New Ceramic Models to its TOP GUN’s Squadron

IWC Schaffhausen highlights its prowess in crafting colored ceramic watches with two new additions to its Colors of TOP GUN series, featuring two striking monochromatic designs. The Pilot’s Watch Timezoner TOP GUN Woodland (Ref. IW395601) stands out as the inaugural Timezoner presented in colored ceramic, showcasing a deep green ceramic case complemented by a Ceratanium...

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Oct 30, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

IWC Brings Back the Markus Bühler’s “Turbine” on the Latest Big Pilot’s Edition

Few other timepieces in IWC Schaffhausen’s Pilot’s Watches collection have attained the level of cult status achieved by the Big Pilot’s Watch Edition Markus Bühler from 2008. Originating from a unique piece crafted by the company’s associate director of watch and movement assembly, Markus Bühler, during a competition in the concluding year of his watchmaking...

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Oct 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

WATCH TEST

Hitting the Road: A Test of the Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time

The Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time is designed to be the ideal travelers’ companion. Can this new model – inspired by lesser-known Patek Philippe pilot watches – meet the claim? We explore the watch in this in-depth test from the WatchTime archives. Original photos are by Patrick Mokesch.

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Oct 26, 2023 by Jens Koch

PORTFOLIO

Time Tools: 8 Tool Watches From Luxury Brands

In this article from the WatchTime archives, we present eight "tool watches" that emphasize functionality and are robust, accurate, legible, and — importantly — not excessively expensive.

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Oct 15, 2023 by Jens Koch

Bronze Age: Hands-on with the Hanhart 417 C Flyback

German manufacturer Hanhart has presented the new 417 C Flyback timepiece in collaboration with Chronos — the German sister magazine of WatchTime. The watch features a hand-wound flyback chronograph that has some exciting special features in store. We had the opportunity to wear the watch beforehand, but before we delve into our experience, let’s explore...

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Oct 10, 2023 by Jens Koch

Showing at WatchTime New York 2023: Breguet Type XX

Founded in 1775, Breguet is a watchmaker renowned for its extensive heritage of fine craftsmanship, thoughtful innovation, and mechanical precision. The distinguished Swiss manufacturer has been at the forefront of horological excellence for centuries, and its timepieces have graced the wrists of legendary aviators, military personnel, and discerning collectors, alike. At WatchTime New York 2023,...

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Oct 1, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Crosswind at the Matterhorn: Reviewing the Hamilton Khaki X-Wind Day Date

“X-Wind” means crosswind and refers to a special function of the Hamilton Khaki X-Wind Day Date pilots’ watch. We accompanied an Air Zermatt helicopter pilot on flights around the Matterhorn and tested the watch to see how it performs in action. (Original photos by Marcus Krüger, story from WatchTime Archives.) Shortly after sunrise, we glide...

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Sep 15, 2023 by Jens Koch

A Legend Reborn: Meet the Limited Edition Hanhart 417 C Flyback

With the 417 C Flyback LE, Hanhart and Chronos — the German sister magazine of WatchTime — present a limited-edition model in steel and bronze. The favorite of Steve McQueen and former German Bundeswehr chronograph comes with a column-wheel chronograph, flyback function, and a manual-winding movement. The Hanhart 417 started its career as a tool...

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Sep 15, 2023 by Jens Koch

Hands-On Debut: Breitling Navitimer Automatic 32 & 36 Ladies Watch Collection

Just released by Breitling is the new ladies collection of their iconic Navitimer pilot’s watch. Debuting in 36 and 32mm case sizes, this new collection joins the brand’s collection’s existing ladies watch lineup which has been in the more “unisex” 41mm size. In typical Breitling fashion, there is a robust line up of pieces in...

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Sep 6, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Sinn Spezialuhren Adds Two 356 Klassik Flieger Models to Its Pilot’s Squad

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of its popular 356 Traditional Chronograph, Sinn Spezialuhren is expanding the collection with two new pilot’s chronographs with a bicompax layout. They take to the skies in a 38.5mm bead-blasted stainless steel case, which is shock-resistant, low pressure resistant and pressure-resistant to 100 meters. These brand-typical qualities are combined with two...

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Sep 6, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Sinn Spezialuhren Celebrates 25 Years of Classic Pilot Chronographs with Limited Edition

To mark the 25th anniversary of its esteemd 356 Pilot watch, Sinn Spezialuhren is launching a limited edition of this chronograph with a bicompax layout. Also known as the 356 FLIEGER Klassik Jubiläum, or one of the German watch brand’s most popular chronographs since its launch in 1998, the watch has an interesting story to...

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Sep 1, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

IWC Conquers the Night Skies with Fully Luminous Dial in Latest Pilot’s Watch

Let There Be Light! IWC Schaffhausen introduces the Pilot’s Watch Automatic 41 Black Aces, the latest timepiece inspired by its collaborations with U.S. Navy squadrons. The most striking feature of this picture-perfect pilot’s watch is the fully luminous white Lumicast dial. Developed in collaboration with pilots from the “Black Aces”, a Strike Fighter Squadron 41 (VFA-41)...

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Aug 28, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

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