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Creativity Meets Artistry in Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Reverso Tribute Enamel Dragon

The Reverso by Jaeger-LeCoultre needs no introduction in the world of high horology. Initially created in 1931 to withstand the tough challenges of the polo sport, this art-deco inspired rectangular timepiece has charmed enthusiasts ever since, with various functions displayed on the rear side thanks to the ingenuity of its swiveling case. Since 2022, the...

Where Collecting Meets the Metaverse

This article was originally published in the Design 2023 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. Beyer Watches & Jewellery in Zurich, Switzerland, is the oldest jeweler in the world, at 262 years and counting. But this doesn’t prevent it from expressing youthfulness in other ways. Beyer introduced the Time Warp Collection in April 2022, a series...

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Tools for the Depths: The Dive Watches of Rolex

Dive watches from Rolex are highly sought after. And it’s no wonder with such an exciting history, a number of noteworthy collaborations, unique designs and robust, accurate in-house movements. We explore the various models in this feature from the WatchTime archives. Rolex currently produces four different dive watch models: the Submariner and Submariner Date, the...

Four Sports Watches that are Great in Gold

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in June 2022. While stainless steel is, for many, the preferred material for luxury sports watches, gold still has its fans. In fact, after a decade or two of pink gold being on the rise, it is now yellow gold that is making a...

Citizen Promaster Dive “Orca:”Designed for Pressure

This article was originally published in the Design 2023 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. Launched in 2006, the Citizen Promaster Dive — whose case and dial were directly inspired by the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family (Orcinus orca) — quickly became a fan favorite, having successfully redesigned the design elements of a dive...

Citizen Promaster Dive Automatic “Fujitsubo:” Designed for Persistence

This article was originally published in the Design 2023 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. The Japanese brand’s archives contain a fascinating story about a lost (and found) dive watch: In 1983, a Citizen Challenge Diver was found on a beach in Australia. The watch was covered in barnacles after having been submerged in the Pacific...

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Dive Watches in Depth: A Dive Watch FAQ

"How water-resistant does it need to be?" "How does a depth gauge work?" We answer your FAQs about dive watches: learn about water resistance, diving bezels, depth gauges, and more in this feature from the WatchTime archives.

License to Dive: Omega Dive Watches

This article was originally published in the September/October 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. Underwater explorers and frogmen play as prominent a role in the history of Omega’s dive watches as do the seahorse and the world’s most famous secret agent. The history of Omega’s dive watches not only begins at an extremely early date,...

Easy Rider: Reviewing the Tudor Black Bay Chrono

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in 2022. In 2021, in honor of its 50-year chronograph history, Tudor issued the Black Bay Chrono — a subtle combination of traditional aesthetics and modern watchmaking. With a slim case, dials with contrasting subdial counters, and a contemporary movement, it is more than...

Talking Shop with Australian Artist Timothy John

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in June 2022. The world of watches is far richer than just brands and clients. Its fabric is made of remarkable people who all express their passion for the topic in their own unique way. Recently I had the privilege of talking with Timothy...

Heart Stop Moments: The TAG Heuer Autavia – 60 Years

This article was originally published in the September/October 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. There are some watches that are loved by their fans even more than by their manufacturers. Until recently, this situation was true for the Autavia, at least for most of the 60 years since its first appearance. The face of the...

Union Glashütte Releases Noramis Chronograph Sport with Gradient Dials

Union Glashütte introduces an enticing update to its Noramis line as the year comes to a close. Expanding upon the brand’s first water sports watch unveiled in 2021, the German watchmaker now offers three chronographs with captivating color variations: blue, anthracite, and turquoise. With a water resistance of up to 20 bar, the Noramis Chronograph...

The Carbon Cool Dive Watch: Squale’s T-183

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in 2022. In terms of materials, a lot has changed in the last couple of decades concerning watches. It was first titanium that asserted its place next to precious metals and stainless steel before ceramic became a more common material. Then there was carbon....

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Aqua Stop: Reviewing the Patek Philippe Aquanaut Chronograph

Patek Philippe now offers the Aquanaut with a chronograph movement. This sporty complication fits perfectly in the company’s increasingly youthful, dynamic collection. But how does it perform in real-life conditions? We find out in this in-depth review from our June 2019 issue.

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Change of Course: Reviewing the IWC Pilot’s Watch Timezoner Chronograph

IWC’s Pilot's Watch Timezoner Chronograph was developed to be an ideal travel companion. A quick spin of the bezel suffices to show a new time zone, and a built-in flyback chronograph makes this an exceptional timepiece at a reasonable price. We give it a closer look in this feature from the WatchTime archives.

Editor’s Pick: The Most Memorable Watches From 2023

As we approach the end of the year, the editorial team at WatchTime is reviewing the standout timepieces that captured our attention in 2023. Watchmakers from various corners of the industry infused the year with energy, exploring vibrant hues, pioneering materials, and achieving remarkable technical advancements. As we contemplate the year that unfolded, join us...

That’s Crazy! Six Watches with Wildly Expressive Designs

Meet the craziest watches of recent years in our latest visit to the WatchTime Archives. These models go far beyond the usual idea of “steel, round and three hands.” Comic Hero: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Black Panther Flying Tourbillon In 2021, AP’s President François-Henry Bennahmias announced the collaboration between his watchmaking company and the...

Green Rambles: Being Sustainable Ain’t Easy

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in 2022. The environment is a hot topic. Quite literally, as life for us will become far less sustainable as the earth is heating up. It will make the oceans rise, the weather far more unpredictable and volatile, accelerates desertification, and the list goes...

Sponsored: Hands-on with the Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar

Glashütte Original, the German luxury watchmaker, has consistently delivered exceptional timepieces— through its creations bringing together a balanced combination of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Among its distinguished mechanical offerings, the Senator Excellence line stands out, representing a modern generation of timeless classics. In the spotlight now are four new variants: two Perpetual Calendar models,...