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Showing at WatchTime New York 2017: Romain Gauthier Insight Micro-Rotor

For the second straight year, Geneva Grand-Prix winning independent watchmaker Romain Gauthier will take part in WatchTime New York, on October 13-14 at Manhattan's Gotham Hall (click here for event details and to purchase tickets). Read on to discover Gauthier's showcase timepiece at the event, the Romain Gauthier Insight Micro-Rotor.

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Aug 7, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

WATCH QUIZ

Material Facts: Test Your Knowledge Of Watch-World Metals (and Silicon, Carbon and Ceramics)

Over the years, many new materials have found their way into the watch world — whether used on dials, in bracelets, or as case material. Watches made from different metals not only feel differently on the wrist, because of factors such as weight — titanium is lighter than steel, for example — but can even...

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Aug 6, 2017 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2017: Carl F. Bucherer Manero Chronograph Flyback

America’s largest luxury watch show, WatchTime New York, returns to Manhattan's Gotham Hall on October 13-14. For the third straight year, Lucerne's Carl F. Bucherer will be among the exhibiting watch brands, showcasing three versions of its Manero Chronograph Flyback, with three colorful new dials, in rose-gold and stainless steel cases.

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Aug 2, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

Showing at WatchTime New York 2017: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Chronograph

Jaeger-LeCoultre, one of Switzerland’s most prestigious haute horlogerie brands, will participate for the second year in a row at WatchTime New York in October. Among the new models JLC will showcase at the event is the Master Chronograph, a premier complication from its recently revamped Master Control collection.

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Jul 31, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

WATCH QUIZ

Chronograph Queries: Test your Knowledge of Column Wheels, Cams, and Chrono-Movement Clones

The chronograph function may be the most popular among watch enthusiasts. You've probably heard of regular chronographs, flyback chronographs, rattrapante chronographs, even chronographs with foudroyantes — but could you explain what the differences are between them, how they work, who invented them? Take our 15-question chronograph quiz and find out for sure.

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Jul 29, 2017 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2017: Grand Seiko Hi-Beat 36000 Professional 600m Diver’s

America’s largest luxury watch show, WatchTime New York, returns to Manhattan’s Gotham Hall on October 13-14. Japan's Grand Seiko — which this year became independent of the larger Seiko brand — will be in attendance for the third year in a row, and will have among its showcase pieces the new Grand Seiko Hi-Beat 36000 Professional 600m Diver’s — the first-ever mechanical Grand Seiko dive watch.

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Jul 26, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

FROM WATCHTIME INDIA

Collector Profile: Roni Madhvani, the Watch Hunter of Africa

Roni Madhvani, a Kampala-based businessman, has acquired one of the most revered collections of vintage Patek Philippe watches in the world. In this profile from the landmark fifth anniversary issue of our sister magazine WatchTime India, editor Neha S. Bajpai brings you a rare peek into this enviable collection of timepieces.

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Jul 26, 2017 by WatchTime

NEWS

Close-Up: Bulgari Octo Ultranero “Americas Edition” (Live Photos)

Bulgari introduced its Octo Ultranero collection, notable for their multifaceted, octagonal cases in jet-black, DLC-coated steel, at Baselworld 2016. This year, the brand adds a touch of blue in a new edition of the watch designed specially for the Americas. WatchTime had a chance to preview the new Octo Ultranero Americas Edition at the Bulgari flagship boutique in New York.

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Jul 25, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

THE WATCHTIME Q&A

Girard-Perregaux CEO Antonio Calce on Rebuilding a Heritage Brand

Girard-Perregaux commemorated its 225th anniversary of watchmaking in 2016, issuing a number of special editions and introducing (or re-introducing) several new models and collections in a concerted effort to streamline the brand's identity and build a stronger bridge to its heritage. The man spearheading that effort is Antonio Calce, CEO of the Sowind Group, who recently sat down with me in New York City for an interview.

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Jul 24, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

WATCH QUIZ

Sounding Off: How Much Do You Know About Watches That Make Noise?

Minute repeaters, grandes sonneries, watches with mechanical alarms (like these) — these are just a few of the types of timepieces that are made not only to tell the time visually on their dials but to alert their owners audibly on time-related info as well. Chiming timekeepers have been around since the 17th century, but how much do you really know about them? Take our quiz and find out for yourself.

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Jul 22, 2017 by WatchTime

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

Join Fratello Watches in Japan for the Exclusive Grand Seiko Experience

Ever wondered why watch connoisseurs are praising Grand Seiko? Or perhaps you are already a Grand Seiko fan and want to learn more about this Japanese manufacture. Together with Grand Seiko, Fratello Watches organizes an exclusive reader’s trip to Japan from September 23 to September 29. We visited (Grand) Seiko ourselves at the end of 2015, which not only opened our eyes to high-end watchmaking in Japan, but also remember it as one of the best experiences ever (and we’ve seen many manufactures). This led to the idea to do a very similar journey for our readers, together with Robert-Jan Broer of Fratello Watches and Grand Seiko.

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Jul 20, 2017 by WatchTime

Close-Up: Rolex Yacht-Master in Rolesium

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master, a sailors' watch introduced in 1992, underwent a major facelift in both its design and technology in 2012. In this popular article from the WatchTime archives, we take a closer look at it.

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Jul 20, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

THE WATCH SCENE

Windy City Watch Fest: WatchTime and The RealReal Host Collectors’ Event in Chicago

Chicago's Gold Coast played host to a lively gathering of watch aficionados last night as WatchTime once again joined with online luxury consignment house The RealReal to host an “Evening of Experts” collectors’ event at Drumbar, a popular rooftop cocktail lounge with a spectacular city skyline view, in the Windy City's Raffaello Hotel.

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Jul 19, 2017 by WatchTime

NEWS

Here Are All 49 Unique Timepieces Up for Auction at Only Watch 2017

The seventh edition of the biennial Only Watch auction — a charity auction whose proceeds are devoted to the research of Duchenne muscular dystrophy — will be held November 11, 2017, at Christie’s in Geneva. As in previous years, a number of watch brands — from large luxury maisons to small, independent watchmakers — will donate...

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Jul 18, 2017 by Sophia Kuemmerle

NEWS

Skeleton Racers: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Pirelli Limited Editions

Roger Dubuis began its partnership with Italian tire maker Pirelli, exclusive supplier to the Formula One championship, this year, as part of the Geneva-based brand's new emphasis on unconventional materials and motorsports-inspired design. This week, Roger Dubuis brought its Excalibur Spider Pirelli collection, first unveiled at SIHH 2017, to the U.S. for the first time, including two new models not seen in Geneva.

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Jul 14, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

INDUSTRY NEWS

Georges Kern Exits Richemont, Becomes CEO of Breitling (Updated)

Georges Kern, Richemont's Head of Watchmaking, Marketing and Digital, and the man widely credited with building IWC Schaffhausen into a global success story, today announced his resignation from the Richemont Group, after only four months in the new management position. According to industry sources, Kern will be taking his talents to another aviation-themed Swiss luxury watch brand, Breitling,

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Jul 14, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

THE WATCHTIME Q&A

Patek Philippe U.S. President Larry Pettinelli on The Art of Watches Grand Exhibition New York

“I think it’s the largest collection ever shown outside of the museum in Geneva.” WatchTime had a chance to talk with Larry Pettinelli, President of Patek Philippe U.S. before the opening of “The Art of Watches Grand Exhibition New York” (click here for more information about the exhibition) showcasing important timepieces from the Patek Philippe...

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Jul 12, 2017 by Roger Ruegger

The Art of Watches Grand Exhibition:

9 New Limited-Edition Watches from Patek Philippe

On the occasion of “The Art of Watches Grand Exhibition New York 2017,” Patek Philippe has just revealed nine new limited-edition watches, for men and ladies, including a totally new grand complication, and a collection of rare handcrafted watches.

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Jul 12, 2017 by Roger Ruegger

ON SALE NOW

WatchTime’s July-August Issue Features Baselworld 2017 Special Report, TAG Heuer’s Autavia

The July-August 2017 issue of WatchTime is on newsstands now (and also available in our online shop), highlighted by a huge special section covering the new watches and industry news from Baselworld 2017, a review of the TAG Heuer Autavia, tests of new models from IWC and Chopard, and more. Read on for highlights from the issue…

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Jul 11, 2017 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2017: Antoine Preziuso Chronometer Tourbillon of Tourbillons

America’s largest luxury watch show, WatchTime New York, returns on October 13-14. For the first time, independent Swiss complications specialist Antoine Preziuso will be among the exhibitors, showcasing his groundbreaking AFP-TTR-3X Chronometer "Tourbillon of Tourbillons."

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Jul 8, 2017 by Mark Bernardo