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Video: Montblanc’s TimeWriter II Chronographe Bi-Fréquence 1000January 25, 2013 By 2 Comments  If three watches constitute a trend, then measuring milliseconds, or 1/1,000s of a second, is a trend. Two watch brands, each with high-speed horological histories, have launched mechanical chronographs claimed to be capable of accurately measuring 1/1,000s of a second. Last year, TAG Heuer debuted its Mikrotimer Flying 1000 Concept Chronograph, followed this year by the even faster Mikrogirder. … [Read more...] New for 2013: Richard Mille RM 036 Tourbillon G-Sensor Jean TodtDecember 18, 2012 By 2 Comments  Auto racing enthusiast Richard Mille has long been inspired by cars and motorsports in the designs for his eponymous watch brand, but the new RM 036 Tourbillon G-Sensor Jean Todt, which makes its official debut at next month's SIHH watch fair in Geneva, is the first to include a complication dedicated to road safety. … [Read more...] At Piaget, Thin is Always InDecember 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment  In 2007, Piaget marked the 50th anniversary of its ultra-thin Caliber 9P by reissuing the movement that made it famous and by launching its first in-house mechanical chronograph movement. In this feature from our November-December 2007 issue, contributor and Watch Insider blogger Alexander Linz covers this milestone for WatchTime. … [Read more...] Girard-Perregaux’s New Hawk Collection Takes Flight in MiamiDecember 14, 2012 By 2 Comments  One night after its limited edition FOReverglades watch made its debut during the Art Basel Miami Beach festivities, Girard-Perregaux launched its new sports watch line, called Hawk, at a "watchmaking on the beach" event at Miami's Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Before the event, WatchTime sat with Michele Sofisti, CEO of the brand, who gave us a close look at the new pieces and answered questions about … [Read more...] Panerai Reveals New Luminor Rattrapante for SIHH 2013December 10, 2012 By 1 Comment  Calling all Paneristi: the first of Panerai's new crop of watches to be launched at next month's SIHH watch fair in Geneva has been revealed: it is a split-seconds chronograph in a titanium case, bearing the reference number PAM00530 and the name Luminor 1950 Rattrapante 8 Days Titanio. … [Read more...] Pure & Simple: Patek Philippe Calatrava vs. Lange SaxoniaNovember 30, 2012 By 3 Comments  Two plain-faced beauties, the Patek Philippe Calatrava and A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia, go head to head in this comparison test originally published in our April 2008 issue. Jens Koch gets in depth with the two timepieces and Nik Schölzel provides the gorgeous original photography. … [Read more...] Tourneau Celebrates Holiday SeasonNovember 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment  Watch retailer Tourneau kicked off the holiday season with a Christmas celebration at its NYC Concept Store. WatchTime's Mike Disher and Mark Bernardo were among the guests, all of whom were treated to the unveiling of the “World’s Largest Mistletoe Ball,” measuring approximately six feet in diameter; the first performance of the season by the New Boys and Girls Choir of Harlem (of which … [Read more...] Jaeger-LeCoultre and Aston Martin Launch New AMVOX7 ChronographNovember 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment  In 2005, Swiss watch brand Jaeger-LeCoultre joined with British car maker Aston Martin to produce the first AMVOX, ushering in JLC's line of "vertical trigger" chronograph wristwatches. This year, the luxury brands join forces once more on the AMVOX7, the first model with a radial power-reserve display. … [Read more...] Seven Questions for Breitling VP Jean-Paul GirardinNovember 20, 2012 By 1 Comment  In our November-December issue, on sale now, Rüdiger Bucher, editor-in-chief of WatchTime's German sister magazine, Chronos, speaks to Breitling Vice President Jean-Paul Girardin about a wide variety of topics, including the development of its in-house B01 chronograph caliber. Click here for excerpts from the interview. … [Read more...] A Round of Polo: Testing Piaget’s Iconic Sports WatchNovember 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment  The Piaget Polo, one of the most famous sports watches of the 1970s, has been retooled with a giant titanium-and-steel case and an automatic movement. In this watch-test feature from our October 2009 issue, WatchTime's Witold Michalczyk puts the three-hand Polo FortyFive through its paces. … [Read more...] Grieb & Benzinger Designs Custom-Made Ladies WatchNovember 16, 2012 By 1 Comment  Grieb & Benzinger, known for its unusual skeletonized watches, as well as for its bespoke watchmaking service, has created a custom timepiece for a female collector. This is the brand's first ever ladies' watch. After a report in a luxury magazine on the brand's watchmaking service caught her attention, a Russian businesswoman (and watch aficionado) approached the Grieb & Benzinger … [Read more...] Hublot Teams with Cigar Maker to Create King Power Arturo FuenteNovember 16, 2012 By 2 Comments  Fine cigars have much in common with fine watches — luxury products with romantic heritage, handmade by skilled craftsmen, appreciated by connoisseurs — and now Hublot has created a timepiece that ties the two together together in a significant way — the new King Power Arturo Fuente edition, developed in collaboration with one of the world's most popular premium cigar brands. … [Read more...] The Greening of Jaeger-LeCoultre Continues With Electric Company CarNovember 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment  After setting up public transport service by bus and encouraging car-sharing since October 2007, Jaeger-LeCoultre is now confirming its commitment to environmental protection by replacing one of its company cars with an electric car branded Jaeger-LeCoultre. Jaeger-LeCoultre is also devoting three parking places to employees’ electric cars. The three spots will be equipped with an electric … [Read more...] Triple Threat: JeanRichard Introduces Three New Watch CollectionsNovember 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment  The Swiss watch brand JEANRICHARD has often been in the shadow of its better-known sister brand in the Sowind Group, Girard-Perregaux. However, with the introduction of three revamped collections — the classical 1681 Ronde and the sporty Highlands and Aquascope — the brand is making a move to establish its own distinct identity. … [Read more...] Porsche Design Rolls Out New Watches For Its 40th AnniversaryOctober 23, 2012 By 6 Comments  The Porsche Design Studio, founded by Porsche 911 designer Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, marks four decades this year. To celebrate, Porsche Design is releasing four new watches: a limited-edition model of its very first product, the Chronograph I, and three new additions to its Flat Six collection. … [Read more...] Audemars Piguet Releases Michael Schumacher Royal Oak Offshore ChronographOctober 19, 2012 By 2 Comments  Audemars Piguet's latest limited-edition Royal Oak watch — introduced this week at a press conference in Berlin — is a collaboration with legendary auto racer Michael Schumacher. The seven-time world champion was personally involved with the development of the model, which includes numerous car-inspired design elements. … [Read more...] Casio’s New Pro Trek: PRG550B-5October 16, 2012 By 3 Comments  Casio has just introduced a camouflage timepiece to its Pro Trek collection, the PRG550B-5. Like other Pro Trek watches, the PRG550B-5 is designed for use in outdoor activites and has three sensors: an altimeter/barometer, thermometer, and digital compass. It also features a combination analog & digital display, with a second hand that acts as a compass needle which allows the wearer to read … [Read more...] Romain Jerome Creates John M. Armleder WatchOctober 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment  Romain Jerome, known for making watches inspired by everything from the Statue of Liberty to classic video games, now looks to the world of modern art, specifically the work of Swiss artist John M. Armleder, for its latest watch. Romain Jerome and Armleder have collaborated to create a collection of 10 unique timepieces, all bearing the image of a skull, a recurring motif in John … [Read more...] Vacheron Constantin Partners with North American Swiss Watchmaking InstituteOctober 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment  Vacheron Constantin and the North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking (NAIOSW) have announced a new, two-year partnership to promote and support high watchmaking in North America. Vacheron Constantin is the first Swiss watch brand to partner with the NAIOSW, based in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. … [Read more...] The Sinking Man’s Watch: Omega Seamaster PloprofSeptember 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment  WatchTime's Jens Koch tests the Omega Seamaster Ploprof, a re-edition of a classic divers’ watch from 1970 with double the original’s water-resistance and a manufacture caliber. Click here for the results, along with a gallery of original photos by Nik Schölzel. … [Read more...] WATCHTIME BLOG Longines Official Timekeeper at Preakness StakesAt the conclusion of Oxbow's upset victory at last weekend's Preakness Stakes, Longines, the race's official timekeeper and watch, ceremoniously awarded Oxbow’s owner, trainer … [Read More...] WATCHTIME MAGAZINECONNECT WITH WATCHTIME
WATCH TO WATCH Panerai Luminor 1950 Regatta 3 Days Chrono Flyback Titanio (Video)Panerai has been involved in the sport of yacht racing since 2005, when it became sponsor of the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge. So it was probably inevitable that the brand, best known for its distinctive divers' watches, would … [Read More...] More Watches To WatchFACETIME PHOTOS Facetime May 18Welcome to another installment of Facetime! Thanks to Pat Brennan, Vladimir Vakser, and Raef Wyatt for the great pictures! As … [Read More...] WATCH WALLPAPER Watch Wallpaper: Seven New IWC IngenieursAt this year's SIHH, IWC Schaffhausen introduced its revamped IWC Ingenieuer collection, with designs and materials inspired by the brand's new partnership with the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One … [Read More...] WATCHTIME MAGAZINECONNECT WITH WATCHTIME
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