Jason Pitsch

Jason Pitsch is a longtime watch lover and the founder of industry website PROFESSIONALWATCHES.COM.

Articles by Jason Pitsch

The Last Jedi: A Second Look at the Star Wars by Devon Works Limited Edition Watch

In the esoteric world of watchmaking, Devon Works watches represent a very small segment within an already niche area of the watch-collector market. Why? Its unique timepieces are not powered by a quartz or mechanical movement; instead, they are powered by electronic motors that receive energy from a rechargeable battery, similar to how a smartwatch works, but not identical.

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Dec 15, 2017 by Jason Pitsch

WATCH REVIEW

Hands-On Review: Oris Diver Sixty-Five

We present here the Oris Diver Sixty-Five, a great example of a watch company making a heritage piece the right way, reviewed by Jason Pitsch of ProfessionalWatches.com.

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Jul 31, 2017 by Jason Pitsch

SIHH 2016:

H. Moser & Cie. Perpetual Calendar Heritage Limited Edition

At SIHH 2016, independent watch brand H. Moser & Cie. debuted a unique dual-cover wristwatch inspired by a late 19th-century pocketwatch from its archives. The timepiece marks the brand's 10th anniversary.

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Jan 25, 2016 by Jason Pitsch

Watch to Watch

Arnold & Son HM Perpetual Moon with Steel Case and Blue Guilloché Dial

Arnold & Son recently announced a new, stainless steel version of its HM Perpetual Moon timepiece with a beautiful, blue, lacquered guilloché dial. Here are details on the Arnold & Son HM Perpetual Moon, including specs and price.

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Dec 22, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

SIHH 2016 Preview: Jaeger-LeCoultre 85th Anniversary Reversos

To celebrate 85 years since the original Reverso watch was launched (in 1931), Jaeger-LeCoultre will launch three anniversary collections at SIHH 2016 in January: the JLC Reverso Classic, JLC Reverso Tribute, and JLC Reverso One. Here's what you should know about them.

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Dec 18, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Hands-On Review: Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 Carbotech 3 Days Automatic – 47mm

Our WatchTime contributor recently had the chance to review the Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 Carbotech 3 Days Automatic - 47mm divers watch. Read on for the results.

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Dec 7, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

SIHH 2016 Preview: Richard Mille RM 67-01 Automatic Extra Flat

Richard Mille offers a look at the new RM 67-01 Automatic Extra Flat watch, a thinner version of its iconic RM 010 timepiece that doesn't sacrifice the original's aesthetics or performance.

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Dec 2, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

SIHH 2016 Preview: Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda Métrographe Abyss Blue

The Parmigiani Tonda Métrographe Abyss Blue, debuting at SIHH 2016, features a distinctive, blue-colored dial, which requires the careful skill of the brand’s master dial maker to create.

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Nov 24, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Raymond Weil Unveils Special Edition Nabucco Inspired by Gibson Guitars

Earlier this year, Swiss watch manufacturer Raymond Weil and Gibson Brands, an American manufacturer of guitars and other instruments, announced their plans to work together to create a special Nabucco timepiece, specifically inspired by the famous self-tuning Gibson SG Standard guitar. Here's a look at the watch that resulted.

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Nov 6, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Inspired by Aviation: Introducing the Montblanc 1858 Collection

Montblanc recently launched a new collection called 1858, inspired by 1930s pilots' watches from the brand's archives. At launch, two models have been announced, the 1858 Chronograph Tachymeter Limited Edition, in gold, and the 1858 Small Second Limited Edition, in steel.

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Nov 3, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

New York State of Time: Scenes from WatchTime New York 2015

Over the weekend, WatchTime magazine held its first annual WatchTime New York event, dedicated to fine timepieces, with a long list of top watch brand exhibitors such as A. Lange & Söhne, Armin Strom, Ball, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Breguet, Carl F. Bucherer, Emmanuel Bouchet, F.P. Journe, Grand Seiko, MeisterSinger, Moritz Grossmann, Mühle, Nomos Glashutte,...

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Oct 27, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Girard-Perregaux 1966 Collection in Steel

La Chaux-de-Fonds-based Girard-Perregaux has unveiled a stainless steel version of its now-iconic Girard-Peregaux 1966 timepiece. Presented in a 40-mm x 8.9-mm case, this is the first time this Girard-Perregaux watch will be offered in steel.

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Oct 20, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Carrying on a Tradition: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 41mm

Audemars Piguet launched its new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar, with a larger, 41-mm-diameter cases and a new movement (Caliber 5134); four new models are available: steel with a white or blue dial, and rose gold with a white or blue dial.

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Oct 6, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Vacheron Constantin Launches New Overseas Limited Editions

Does Vacheron Constantin Overseas merit consideration alongside such acknowledged, venerable classics as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Royal Oak and Patek Philippe Nautilus? Read our article and decide for yourself.

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Oct 1, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Carl F. Bucherer Offers Unique Manero ChronoPerpetual for Only Watch 2015

In November, after the culmination of a global preview tour, the Only Watch auction for the benefit of the Monaco Association Against Muscular Dystrophy (AMM) will take place in Geneva. A total of 44 one-off timepieces will be auctioned off to support this important cause. (Click here to see some of the Only Watch participants...

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Sep 3, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Close-Up: Ralph Lauren Automotive Collection

Ralph Lauren Watches and Jewelry expands its Automotive collection with five new watches for 2015, taking design cues from Ralph Lauren’s own 1938 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic Coupe. Two of the collection come in black, gunmetal steel cases and three are in stainless steel, the former with amboyna burl wood bezels and the latter with...

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Aug 27, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Blancpain Celebrates the Art of Engraving at New York Flagship Boutique

Last week, Blancpain’s U.S. Brand Manager, David Gely, brought one of the brand’s master engravers to its New York City flagship boutique at 645 5th Avenue to host an intimate evening cocktail party and to show off the skills of one of the manufacture’s in-house artisans. Visiting from Switzerland, engraver Christophe Bernardot demonstrated for guests...

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Aug 21, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Glashütte Original Sixties Collection Celebrates Germany’s Watchmaking Rebirth

The Glashütte Original Senator Sixties line was first presented in 2007 as a contemporary interpretation of timepieces from the 1960s era, specifically inspired by historic GUB Automat and Spezimatic models – paying homage to the brand’s rich German heritage. Prior to becoming Glashütte Original, Glashütter Uhrenbetriebe (GUB) was formed in 1951 as a fusion of...

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Jul 30, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Rolex Modernizes the Day-Date with a New Size and Caliber

Originally introduced in 1956, the Rolex Day-Date was the last flagship model Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf created, and it is considered to be his ultimate achievement. We give you the details on the modernized version of the "President's watch," the Rolex Day-Date.

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Jul 10, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

Breguet Marine Chronographe “200 Ans de Marine”

Abraham-Louis Breguet (who lived from 1747 to 1823) was one of the most important watchmakers of his day – and of all time. On October 27th, 1815, he was appointed to make chronometers for the French Royal Navy by King Louis XVIII. In those days (before GPS navigation), marine chronometers were crucial in determining the...

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Jul 7, 2015 by Jason Pitsch

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Articles by Jason Pitsch

The Last Jedi: A Second Look at the Star Wars by Devon Works Limited Edition Watch

WATCH REVIEW

Hands-On Review: Oris Diver Sixty-Five

SIHH 2016:

H. Moser & Cie. Perpetual Calendar Heritage Limited Edition

Watch to Watch

Arnold & Son HM Perpetual Moon with Steel Case and Blue Guilloché Dial

SIHH 2016 Preview: Jaeger-LeCoultre 85th Anniversary Reversos

Hands-On Review: Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 Carbotech 3 Days Automatic – 47mm

SIHH 2016 Preview: Richard Mille RM 67-01 Automatic Extra Flat

SIHH 2016 Preview: Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda Métrographe Abyss Blue

Raymond Weil Unveils Special Edition Nabucco Inspired by Gibson Guitars

Inspired by Aviation: Introducing the Montblanc 1858 Collection

New York State of Time: Scenes from WatchTime New York 2015

Girard-Perregaux 1966 Collection in Steel

Carrying on a Tradition: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 41mm

Vacheron Constantin Launches New Overseas Limited Editions

Carl F. Bucherer Offers Unique Manero ChronoPerpetual for Only Watch 2015

Close-Up: Ralph Lauren Automotive Collection

Blancpain Celebrates the Art of Engraving at New York Flagship Boutique

Glashütte Original Sixties Collection Celebrates Germany’s Watchmaking Rebirth

Rolex Modernizes the Day-Date with a New Size and Caliber

Breguet Marine Chronographe “200 Ans de Marine”

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