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SIHH 2019 PREVIEW:

Girard-Perregaux Adds a Perpetual Calendar to the Laureato Collection

“Laureato” translates to “Graduate” in English, and the Girard-Perregaux Laureato, the 1970s luxury sports watch whose modern incarnation was launched in 2016, graduates to the haute horlogerie big leagues with the just-unveiled Perpetual Calendar model, which makes its official debut next month at the SIHH watch salon in Geneva. Here’s what you should know about...

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Dec 14, 2018 by Mark Bernardo

In Partnership with Ulysse Nardin

The Ulysse Nardin Video Logbook: The Freak

Since 1846, Ulysse Nardin has continued to introduce iconic timepieces full of wonderful ingenuity and extraordinary technical achievement. Part of this achievement comes from the company’s determination to master every aspect of the craft in-house. For this ongoing video series about the Swiss watch brand, WatchTime sat down with CEO Patrick Pruniaux and Stéphane Von...

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Dec 10, 2018 by WatchTime

FEATURE

Luxury in Steel: A History of the Patek Philippe Nautilus

Patek Philippe introduced the Nautilus in 1976. Since then, it’s become one of the brand’s most sought-after watches. In this feature from WatchTime's August 2018 issue, we trace the evolution of the Nautilus through its 40+-year history.

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Dec 14, 2018 by Jens Koch

FEATURE

Glashütte Original’s Triple-Threat Timekeeping Strategy

Glashütte Original continues the time-honored tradition of the famous German watchmaking city with the Senator, Vintage and Pano collections. Here's a look at some standout models from each timepiece family.

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Dec 14, 2018 by Jens Koch

Formex Presents Three Unique Features for Greater Comfort on the Wrist

Whether a watch wears comfortably on the wrist isn’t usually a top priority for most watch buyers. More likely, it’s design, brand, specs, or price that guides the buying decision. That makes sense, in a way, especially since more and more watches are being sold online without the ability to try them on in the...

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Dec 10, 2018 by WatchTime

FEATURE

WatchTime’s 2018 Holiday Gift Guide for Gentlemen

WatchTime readers obviously are really into collecting watches. We've found, after meeting many of them over the years at events like WatchTime New York, that most of them have many other interests and hobbies as well. Herewith, our annual holiday roundup of luxurious gift ideas, curated from some of our friends and partners.

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Dec 13, 2018 by WatchTime

NEWS:

Introducing: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Moon Enamel

SIHH 2019 will begin almost exactly one month from today. We’ve seen a number of exciting pre-releases from the exhibiting maisons so far, and today we received word on the Master Ultra Thin Moon Enamel (Ref. Q13635E1), the first 2019 announcement from Jaeger-LeCoultre. The past year was an interesting one for the brand with a large focus...

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Dec 13, 2018 by Logan R. Baker

PROMOTION:

G-SHOCK’s Latest Addition to the MR-G Line is its Most Impressive Yet

Just in time for the holidays, G-SHOCK has released the MRGG2000R, the first G-SHOCK to utilize an innovative screw-locking mechanism and the first with a Dura Soft Fluoro-Rubber Band. Over the past few years, the MR-G collection has evolved into one of the brand’s most interesting collections, with a large amount of focus put on high-concept...

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Dec 7, 2018 by WatchTime

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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Dec 13, 2018 by Jens Koch

TIMEPIECE TIMELINE

7 Important TAG Heuer Chronographs, From 1887 to 2016

Few watch brands are better known for chronographs than TAG Heuer. The first ones appeared in the company’s catalog in 1882; they were followed by a parade of technically innovative chronographs that continues to this day. Here are seven highlights from TAG Heuer's distinguished history of chronograph watches.

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Dec 13, 2018 by Gisbert Brunner

PROMOTION

E.C.Andersson Calypso Arctic Sport – Finally in Stock, Delivered in December

It’s been a long wait for fans of E.C.Andersson Watch Company since the pre-order release of the Calypso Arctic Sport. Right on schedule, however, all orders have finally been shipped and a stock of 30 pieces remains for new customers, with immediate shipping worldwide. As has become customary, E.C.Andersson offers a 10% discount for WatchTime...

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Dec 6, 2018 by WatchTime

SIHH 2019 PREVIEW:

Piaget Reaches for the Stars With New Meteorite-Dial Altiplano Watches

"Just as diamonds are crystallized records of conditions deep within the earth," says Piaget in its latest release, "meteorites are crystallized records of the birth of galaxies." Accordingly, one will encounter both prominently in these three new Piaget Altiplano models we preview this week, ahead of their official release next month at SIHH 2019.

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Dec 12, 2018 by Mark Bernardo

PORTFOLIO

Time Machines: 7 Automotive-Inspired Retro Watches

A classic car is a time machine into the past. But what about the smaller machines that measure time’s passage? Which watches would harmonize best with a vintage car’s styling? Fortunately, the retro trend in watches is bigger than ever. Here are seven suggestions, photographed by our own Nik Schölzel.

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Dec 12, 2018 by Jens Koch

In Partnership with Ulysse Nardin

The Ulysse Nardin Video Logbook: Patrick Pruniaux on the Brand’s New Dive Chronometer

Since 1846, Ulysse Nardin has continued to introduce iconic timepieces full of wonderful ingenuity and extraordinary technical achievement. Part of this achievement comes from the company’s determination to master every aspect of the craft in-house. For this ongoing video series about the Swiss watch brand, WatchTime met with Ulysse Nardin’s CEO Patrick Pruniaux to talk...

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Dec 4, 2018 by WatchTime

PROMOTION:

LEVILLE Launches $99 Modern Minimalist Design Regulator Watches on Kickstarter

LEVILLE, which launched in January 2018, is described by its founders as “a group of watch addicts with the passion and constancy of traditional watch craftsmanship” who aim to “awaken people’s minds about the core function of a watch.” The brand’s name translates to “The City” in French and is inspired by the concepts of...

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Dec 11, 2018 by WatchTime

FEATURE

Seiko: A Chronograph Chronology

We survey Seiko’s half-century-plus of mechanical chronographs in this comprehensive historical feature from the WatchTime archives. Discover the Japanese brand's contributions to the world of chronograph wristwatches.

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Dec 11, 2018 by Gisbert Brunner

THE WATCHTIME Q&A:

G-Shock Inventor Kikuo Ibe Discusses the Innate Collectability of G-Shock and the Success of the Full Metal Line

I met Kikuo Ibe for the first time last November during the G-Shock 35th-anniversary party held at Madison Square Garden. Although the larger-than-life spectacle featured contemporary cultural icons like Virgil Abloh and Ronnie Fieg, everything was centered around Mr. Ibe, the eccentric engineer who created the practically indestructible timepiece. My next in-depth encounter with the...

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Dec 11, 2018 by Logan R. Baker

NEWS

Hublot and Ferrari Take Victory Lap with New Big Bang Ferrari Scuderia Corsa Limited Edition

Has it really been six years since Swiss watchmaker Hublot announced its partnership with Italian sports-car icon Ferrari and its racing team, Ferrari Scuderia Corsa? Indeed it has, and since that time the Ferrari team has racked up its milestone 100th victory. To commemorate the "championship centennial," Hublot has unveiled its latest ultra-exclusive timepiece, the Big Bang Ferrari Scuderia Corsa Limited Edition.

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Dec 11, 2018 by Mark Bernardo

BENEATH THE SURFACE:

The 10 Best Dive Watch Brands You Don’t Know About

10 dive watches from lesser known brands, including Aegir Instruments, Aquadive and UTS München, that are worth checking out, covering a wide range of prices and specs.

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Dec 11, 2018 by Roger Ruegger

WATCH REVIEW

Borrowed Time: HYT H0 Gold Blue Fluid

HYT has been a source of intrigue in the watch community ever since it debuted to immense buzz at Baselworld 2012. In the intervening years, the iconoclastic “hydro-mechanical horologists” at the Neuchâtel-based brand have introduced numerous variations on the original model, dubbed H1. I have long been curious about how one of these highly individualistic...

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Dec 10, 2018 by Mark Bernardo

AUCTION PREVIEW:

The Top Lots to Watch at Tomorrow’s John Moran “Rare and Important Timepieces” Auction

John Moran Auctioneers will host a session of Rare and Important Timepieces all taken from the hands of a single private collector tomorrow morning. The 123 watches up for bid range from vintage 19th-century pocket watches to contemporary models from brands like Patek Philippe, A. Lange & Söhne, and Rolex. The list of noteworthy pocket watches...

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Dec 10, 2018 by Logan R. Baker

WATCH TEST

Deep Black: Testing the Tudor Black Bay Dark

A black watch is perfect for diving in deep dark waters, and it looks great on dry land, too. In this feature from WatchTime's June 2017 issue, we test Tudor’s popular model in its recently launched all-black version: the Tudor Heritage Black Bay Dark. Original photos are by OK-Photography.

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Dec 10, 2018 by Alexander Krupp

TIMEPIECE TIMELINE

10 Highlights in the History of the Dive Watch

In the beginning, dive watches were pure tools that helped keep divers on time and alive. Today they’re something else: fashion statements, conversation pieces, rugged companions for a trip to the beach or pool. Our Timeline: "Dive Watches Through the Decades," traces the history of the dive watch from its start in the 1920s, with the invention of the first truly water-resistant cases, to 2014.

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Dec 10, 2018 by WatchTime

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