Caleb Anderson is a freelance writer with a primary focus on vintage watches. Since first learning about horology, he has garnered extensive knowledge in the field, and spends much of his time sharing his opinions among other writers, collectors, and dealers. Currently located near New York City, he is a persistent student in all things historical, a writer on many topics, and a casual runner.
Swatch has begun teasing a new release for May 16, with cryptic “X Swatch” messaging, pop-art visuals, and speculation pointing in several directions — including, perhaps optimistically, Audemars Piguet.
Timothée Chalamet joins Urban Jürgensen as a partner and creative advisor, marking his first formal role in a watch brand and likely signaling a different kind of celebrity collaboration.
Piaget updates the Polo Signature Date with a gadroon-textured dial, reconnecting the modern collection with the design language of the original 1979 Polo.
TAG Heuer expands the Monaco line at Watches and Wonders 2026 with the new Evergraph, a 40mm titanium chronograph powered by the debuting Calibre TH80-00. The new movement combines a 5 Hz rate, 70-hour power reserve, and a redesigned compliant chronograph mechanism.
To mark the 100th anniversary of the Oyster case, Rolex updates the Oyster Perpetual collection at Watches and Wonders 2026. The lineup spans 41, 36, 34, and 28mm models, including a Rolesor 41, a Jubilee-dial 36, and new gold 34mm and 28mm versions with stone-accented lacquer dials.
For its centenary, Tudor revives the Monarch, reintroducing the historical model with a modern faceted case, California dial, and METAS-certified movement.
Tudor expands the Black Bay 58 line with a new GMT model, combining a 39mm case with the METAS-certified caliber MT5450-U. Finished with a gilt-accented dial and a black and burgundy bezel, the release points to potential future colorways in the collection.
Grand Seiko introduces the Spring Drive U.F.A. Ushio 300 Diver. The 40.8mm Evolution 9 model pairs a compact titanium case with the new caliber 9RB1, delivering ±20 seconds per year accuracy and 300 meters of water resistance.
Rolex brings back the Yacht-Master II for 2026 with a fully reworked design and movement. The 44mm regatta chronograph introduces a simplified interface, counterclockwise countdown display, and updated caliber 4162, available in Oystersteel and yellow gold.
