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News from the World of Watches

WatchTime is your comprehensive source for the latest trends and developments in the field of high-quality watches.

From the latest watch releases to innovative watch movements and the newest developments of exclusive watch brands – here, you can find everything you need to know about the fascinating world of mechanical timepieces, including automatic watches, luxury watches, diving watches, and pilot watches. You can expect exciting news and discoveries.

Designed with German Firefighters, Hanhart Launches the Thermosphere - "Call 112"

Developed together with a German Firefighters Association, the Thermosphere translates the timing structure of a breathing-apparatus operation into a purpose-built tool watch. Limited to 112 pieces, the watch pays tribute to the men and women who work against the clock when every minute matters.
4 minutes
Jul 17, 2026

A Look Inside: The Best Skeleton Watches of 2026 - Seven standout open-worked watches

Skeleton watches show just how diverse open-worked mechanics can be in 2026: sporty, ultra-thin, boldly colorful, or highly complicated. Our selection ranges from the accessible Ba111od to highly exclusive creations from Hublot, Hermès, and H. Moser & Cie.
6 minutes
Jul 17, 2026

Hamilton’s The Odyssey Watch Arrives Alongside Christopher Nolan’s Epic - A bronze companion for an epic journey

As Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey arrives in theaters today, Hamilton releases a bronze Khaki Field Automatic inspired by the film and limited to 2,112 pieces.
3 minutes
Jul 17, 2026

Thoroughbreds for the Race Track: 8 Notable Racing Watches

Some watches are created with a need for speed — life in the fumes of high-octane race fuel and the chase to get to that checkered flag first. These are the horological thoroughbreds for the race track.
3 minutes
Jul 17, 2026
Swatch Turned a Watch Launch Into an Admissions Process — the Gold's the Bragging Right - New MoonSwatch
Swatch's new release isn't a purchase. It's an application: this MoonSwatch costs $570. The gold alone is worth more.
3 minutes
Jul 16, 2026
Introducing the Czapek Promenade Goutte de Rosée - Morning dew in grand feu enamel
Created in collaboration with Donzé Cadrans, the new Promenade Goutte de Rosée captures the fleeting beauty of a dew drop in a mechanical work of art.
4 minutes
Jul 16, 2026
Breguet Celebrates 225 Years of the Tourbillon with Anniversary Timepieces - A revival of the brand's first modern tourbillon wristwatch and more
The Classique Tourbillon 7357 revives the brand's first modern tourbillon wristwatch, the Classique Tourbillon Sidéral 7255 debuts Breguet's first flying tourbillon, and the Marine Tourbillon Équation Marchante 5887 pays tribute to the company's legacy in marine chronometry.
6 minutes
Jul 16, 2026
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Panerai Charts a Course for the America’s Cup With Two New Luminor Luna Rossa Models - Full speed ahead

Ahead of the 38th America’s Cup in Naples, Panerai expands its Luna Rossa collection with a chronograph and a GMT model featuring manufacture movements, monochromatic styling, and performance-oriented functionality inspired by professional sailing.
3 minutes
Jul 15, 2026

A Spotlight: IWC’s Ceramic Revolution - How IWC battled challenging times with innovation, becoming the trailblazer of a new material in watchmaking

Born from the pressures of the quartz crisis, IWC’s embrace of ceramic reshaped modern watchmaking. From early zirconium oxide cases to Ceratanium, this feature traces how innovation under pressure turned Schaffhausen into a materials trailblazer.
4 minutes
Jul 15, 2026

Bulgari Dresses the Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar in Monochromatic Blue - A cool blue entrance to the ultra-thin perpetual calendar

Bulgari introduces a striking new blue titanium version of its record-setting Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar. Combining ultra-thin watchmaking with a monochromatic aesthetic, the latest interpretation brings a fresh look to one of contemporary horology’s most celebrated complications.
3 minutes
Jul 14, 2026

Meet the Zenith Chronomaster Original Paris Edition - A tribute to the City of Lights

Limited to 50 pieces and available exclusively in France, the new Chronomaster Original Paris Edition combines the heritage of the El Primero chronograph with a verdigris-green dial inspired by Parisian architecture and urban perspectives.
3 minutes
Jul 14, 2026

Bell & Ross and S.T. Dupont Celebrate the Art of Cigars with the BR-05 Chrono - A special model inspired by the world of premium cigars

Bell & Ross partners with French luxury house S.T. Dupont for a special edition of the BR-05 Chrono inspired by the world of premium cigars. It comes in a two-tone case complemented by a dial in warm tobacco tones.
3 minutes
Jul 13, 2026

History, Craftsmanship, and the Classique 7637: A Spotlight on Breguet Minute Repeaters - Dong … dong … ding-dong … ting ting ting

Breguet’s legacy in minute repeaters is traced through historic pocketwatches and the refined Classique 7637. With a focus on acoustic innovation, traditional craftsmanship, and elegant design, the brand's story reflects a long-standing commitment to horological innovation and artistry.
3 minutes
Jul 13, 2026
Casio Edifice EFK-200 Review: Is Casio's Third Mechanical Watch Worth the Upgrade? - Hands-On
Casio's mechanical watch game just levelled up (again). Meet the third generation: the Edifice EFK-200.
5 minutes
Jul 11, 2026
When Time Gets Regulated: Six Regulator Watches That Love to Be Different - Nothing regular about them
Regulator watches separate hours, minutes, and seconds for maximum precision — a layout once essential in laboratories, factories, and railroads. This feature looks at six contemporary interpretations, from historically grounded designs to bold modern statements.
5 minutes
Jul 10, 2026
Arnold & Son Unveils the Perpetual Moon “Colours of the Moon” - Moonlight in new hues
Arnold & Son expands its Perpetual Moon collection with three stainless-steel limited editions. Each model combines a moon-phase display with a watchmaking first: PVD-coated mother-of-pearl is used for both the dial and the celestial backdrop.
3 minutes
Jul 10, 2026
Christopher Ward Turns the Skeletonized Twelve X into a Hand-Painted Work of Art - A Christopher Ward x The Dial Artist collaboration
Created in collaboration with British artist Chris Alexander, better known as "The Dial Artist," the limited-edition transforms Christopher Ward's in-house skeletonized caliber into a colorful canvas. Each of the 150 watches features individually hand-painted movement components, making every piece unique.
3 minutes

Why Gen Z Is Choosing Cartier Over Rolex Sports Watches - The new language of luxury

Cartier’s rise among younger collectors signals more than a passing trend. As Gen Z turns away from ubiquitous steel sports watches, design, cultural relevance, vintage character, and understated style are redefining what makes a watch desirable.
6 minutes
Jul 8, 2026

Meet the Robot Legends LE Josef Mašín - A tribute to courage, freedom, and time

The Czech independent watchmaker launches the first model in its new Legends collection, honoring resistance fighter Josef Mašín with an eight-day movement and a design rich in historical symbolism.
3 minutes

It's a Date: Seven Notable Date Complications - The world's most practical complication

In watchmaking, any function beyond telling time is a complication, and the date is one of the oldest and most useful. From simple displays to complex calendars, explore how brands interpret the world’s most practical complication.
6 minutes
Jul 8, 2026

Oris Gives the Divers Date a Vintage-Military Twist - Olive-green, field-watch-inspired flavor

With the new olive-green Divers Date, Oris adds a field-watch-inspired flavor to its classic dive watch lineup. The 39mm automatic diver pairs military-tinged color cues with a ceramic bezel, 200-meter water resistance, and two straps.
3 minutes
IWC Gives the Ingenieur Automatic 35 a Fresh New Look - It's pool season
IWC Schaffhausen expands its Ingenieur Automatic 35 collection with a fresh "Pool" dial, adding a vibrant new option to the 35mm luxury sports watch. The latest model retains the collection's distinctive integrated-bracelet architecture, sophisticated dial pattern, and finely finished steel case.
3 minutes
Hands-on with the D1 Milano D-Tech Oil II - Oil-filled fun
Filling a watch case entirely with oil doesn't sound like a good idea, yet it has its benefits. Many brands have done this over the years, and now D1 Milano offers one at an attractive price point with a compelling design, but how will it be on the wrist? Let's find out!
4 minutes
Jul 7, 2026
Vacheron Constantin Drops New 34.5mm Overseas Self-Winding Models - Smaller size, same great entrance
Vacheron Constantin expands the Overseas collection with two new 34.5mm self-winding models in rose gold and stainless steel. Featuring striking lacquered dials, interchangeable straps, and refined proportions, the latest additions combine everyday versatility with the unmistakable sporty elegance of the collection.
3 minutes
H. Moser & Cie. Introduces the Endeavour Flyback Chronograph Dual Time Date - Three complications, one intuitive display
Combining a flyback chronograph, dual-time display, and date indication, H. Moser & Cie.’s latest Endeavour model showcases remarkable mechanical complexity through an exceptionally clean and intuitive design.
3 minutes
Introducing the Straum Jan Mayen Frozen Metal Titanium - The Norwegian microbrand's first integrated titanium bracelet, with a blast of icy vibes
The Norwegian nature that inspires Straum dials manifests as a chilly treatment in all lightweight titanium.
4 minutes
Jul 6, 2026
When Heritage Designs the Future: A Spotlight on Ferdinand Berthoud - How an 18th-century chronometer legacy shapes one of modern haute horlogerie’s most uncompromising brands
Ferdinand Berthoud is a young brand with a lot of heritage and uses that combination to the fullest to achieve new heights in haute horlogerie.
5 minutes
Jul 6, 2026

Red, White, & Blue: Watches Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary - The Semiquincentennial, say that five times fast

From Swiss-made chronographs honoring the Semiquincentennial to American military-inspired field watches and a heritage-driven Benrus's limited edition and a tribute from Britain, these timepieces mark 250 years of American history through craftsmanship, symbolism, and patriotic design.
8 minutes

The History and Evolution of the Omega Seamaster - A decade-by-decade look

From its postwar beginnings to the depths of the modern Ultra Deep, the Omega Seamaster has evolved through decades of shifting technology, culture, and design. This feature from our Special Design Issue traces how one collection adapted to each era while remaining unmistakably a Seamaster.
5 minutes
Jul 3, 2026

A Closer Look at Skeletonized Watches - A Spotlight

Showing what is happening inside a mechanical watch gives new appreciation to the art of watchmaking, when less is actually more.
6 minutes
Jul 3, 2026

Perfect For Her: A Closer Look at Six Women's Watches

Today’s women’s watches appeal to those who want a special timepiece that suits them exactly. Offering sparkle and brilliance not found on men’s watches or a special fit for a slender wrist, these models are also a perfect holiday gift.
5 minutes
Jul 2, 2026
Grand Seiko Renews the Evolution 9 Collection - New dials, better bracelets, and U.F.A. Spring Drive accuracy
Grand Seiko is renewing the core Evolution 9 Collection with nine updated references, revised nature-inspired dials, improved bracelets, micro-adjust clasps, and broader use of its ±20-seconds-per-year Spring Drive U.F.A. Caliber 9RB2.
6 minutes
Movado Celebrates 145 Years of Swiss Watchmaking with the Heritage Kingmatic and Alta Centurion - Sponsored
Founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1881, Movado celebrates its 145th anniversary with two new releases: the revived Heritage Kingmatic and the contemporary Alta Centurion chronograph.
4 minutes
Jun 30, 2026
Urwerk Introduces the UR-120 Blue Planet - The final chapter
Urwerk concludes its UR-120 trilogy with the Blue Planet edition, a 20-piece limited series combining a deep-blue case, sophisticated satellite-hour display and a mechanically animated "salute" complication.
3 minutes
Jun 30, 2026

Born to Serve: Spotlight on Military Watches - The interaction in design between military watches and their civilian siblings

Built for combat but embraced far beyond it, military watches have shaped wristwatch design for more than a century. This feature looks at how battlefield requirements — legibility, durability, and function — continue to influence the watches we wear today.
5 minutes
Jun 30, 2026

Meet the Ba111od Chapter 7 Skeleton - A skeletonized sports watch with integrated steel bracelet

With the Chapter 7 Skeleton, Ba111od expands its sporty-elegant collection with an open-worked model featuring an anthracite PVD coating, an integrated steel bracelet, and a Swiss automatic movement. The watch combines skeletonized mechanics with an accessible price point.
3 minutes
Jun 29, 2026

The Myth of the "Grail Watch" - Dream watch or the thrill of the hunt?

Why some watches are pursued for a lifetime – and why the hunt often means more than ownership.
6 minutes
Jun 29, 2026

WatchTime New York Returns to Gotham Hall October 16–18, 2026 - Tickets on sale now

The three-day collector event returns to Manhattan with VIP programming, brand presentations, hands-on access, and the over thirty incredible watchmakers.
4 minutes
Jun 26, 2026
Rado Expands Captain Cook Collection with Blue High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph - Metallic sheen, no metal
Rado introduces a striking new blue edition of its Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph. Combining a deep-blue dial and ceramic bezel with a plasma high-tech ceramic case, the latest model blends dive-watch capability with contemporary materials and refined aesthetics.
3 minutes
Jun 26, 2026
Marteau & Co Just Proved Its Maker's Fee Is More Than Just a Nice Idea - The Heat Wave auction results
The Geneva auction house's third sale sold every lot, broke records for Kari Voutilainen and Vianney Halter, and showed that its watchmaker-first model can bring out serious watches and serious bidding.
5 minutes
Jun 25, 2026
Blancpain Expands the Villeret Collection with New 38 mm Ultraplate and Compact Moon Phase Models - An elegant salmon
Blancpain introduces a new 38mm version of its Villeret Ultraplate, including the collection’s first-ever salmon dial, alongside new 29.2mm Villeret Phases de Lune models. The latest additions bring the refined design updates unveiled in 2025 to smaller case sizes while retaining the collection’s hallmark elegance.
4 minutes
Jun 25, 2026
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