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Grand Seiko Celebrates Japan’s 24 Seasons

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Return of the Black Flieger: IWC Pilot’s Watch Tribute to 3705

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Precious and Few: Panerai Platinumtech

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Wave Runner: Omega’s America’s Cup Chronograph

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TAG Heuer and Porsche Forge New Partnership

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PROMOTION

Refined Toughness: G-SHOCK G-STEEL GSTS110BD

Intended for the active gentleman who desires the look and feel of a metal watch, the new G-SHOCK G-STEEL is a high-quality timepiece designed with impeccable attention to detail and embodying both style and technology.

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Aug 8, 2017 by WatchTime

FEATURE

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Rolex Milgauss

The original Rolex Milgauss set out to serve the market segment of scientific experts needing a timepiece able to withstand high levels of electromagnetism. The modern version, (Ref. 116400) was released by Rolex in 2007 after an almost 20-year hiatus for the series.

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Aug 8, 2017 by Caleb Anderson

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

PROMOTION

Introducing North Sea II — E.C.Andersson’s Most Advanced Watch Yet

It’s been a while since E.C. Andersson Watch Company launched its first generation North Sea and much has happened with the company as a whole, and the North Sea watch in particular. Today, we take a look at the second-generation, newly in-stock version of the North Sea, with the calendar wheel exposed in the center...

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Aug 6, 2017 by WatchTime

FEATURE

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: RGM 151-COE “Corps of Engineers”

RGM makes some very interesting watches in the U.S.A. — two of which have a clear historical connection to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pocketwatches from the World War I era: the 801-COE and 151-COE “Corps of Engineers,” the latter of which will be this article’s focus.

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Aug 6, 2017 by Caleb Anderson

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

FROM WATCHTIME MIDDLE EAST

Hands-On With the Baume & Mercier Clifton Club Shelby Cobra Limited Edition

In this in-depth review, Nitin Nair, editor of our sister publication WatchTime Middle East, goes under the hood of the Baume & Mercier Clifton Club Shelby Cobra Limited Edition — a Valjoux 7750-powered chronograph that is also the Swiss brand's stylish ode to an American motoring icon.

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Aug 4, 2017 by WatchTime

WATCH TO WATCH

Clearer Sinking: Oris Aquis Small Second Date

Oris expands its Aquis collection of divers' watches this year with the launch the Oris Aquis Small Second, a timepiece that, like others in the series, was developed with the input of professional divers. Why is this watch's "isolated" seconds function such an important development for those who'd wear it for diving? Read on.

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Aug 3, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

FEATURE

What’s Old is New Again: 9 Watches with Bronze Cases

We shine a spotlight on bronze, that most ancient of new case materials, and showcase a selection of watch brands that are using it in their new models, including Panerai, IWC, Zenith, and a number of luxury dive watch brands.

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Aug 3, 2017 by Martina Richter

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

WATCH REVIEW

Borrowed Time: Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase & Retrograde Date in Rose Gold

“Patrimony” is defined by the Oxford Dictionary as “property inherited from one's father or male ancestor,” or “valued things passed down from previous generations; heritage.” The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase & Retrograde Date is a throwback to a more elegant era of timekeeping but is clearly meant to embody a very modern sense of luxury as well.

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Aug 1, 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 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

FEATURE

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Rolex Air-King

Keeping with the aviation theme from last week’s article on the Stowa Flieger Klassik 40, we come to this week’s featured timepiece: the Rolex Air-King, one of the longest-running models within Rolex’s modern lineup,

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Jul 30, 2017 by Caleb Anderson

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

WATCH TO WATCH

Saving Endangered Rays: Carl F. Bucherer Patravi ScubaTec Manta Trust

Carl F. Bucherer has launched a new, limited-edition model of its Patravi ScubaTec divers' watch in support of the UK-based Manta Trust, a charity committed to protecting and ensuring the survival of endangered manta rays. The Carl F. Bucherer Patravi ScubaTec Manta Trust is not only limited to just 188 pieces: each watch is unique, with its own individually engraved caseback.

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Jul 27, 2017 by Mark Bernardo

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