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Recap: WatchTime New York 2021 Wraps Up in Grand Fashion

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A. Lange & Söhne Blends Three Hallmarks in Zeitwerk Honeygold “Lumen”

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Three Timers in One: Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope

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Ocean of Blue: Seven New Bucherer Blue Watches at NYC Flagship

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IWC Launches New Timezoner Top Gun in Ceratanium

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Close-Up: The Boutique-Exclusive Ulysse Nardin Blue Toro

The Ulysse Nardin Blue Toro watch — a perpetual calendar with dual-time function powered by an in-house movement — is the definition of "hard-to-get." We give you the details on this limited edition watch.

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Jan 29, 2015 by Mark Bernardo

Sponsored: Bulova Launches Bold at Heart Campaign in Celebration of its “History of Firsts”

With a history spanning more than 146 uninterrupted years, New York City-based Bulova has built its watchmaking legacy on its renowned “History of Firsts.” This fall, the brand once again reflects upon its nearly century-and-a- half-long role as a boundary pusher, soulfully refocusing on its historic renown among consumers for integrity, ingenuity, and innovation in...

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Dec 6, 2021 by WatchTime

SIHH 2015: Baume & Mercier’s New Classima Collection

At SIHH in Geneva, Baume & Mercier presented its redesigned Classima collection. Targeted at entry-level consumers, the Classima line includes men’s steel and two-tone automatic models.

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Jan 29, 2015 by Jay Deshpande

Connoisseur vs. Watchmaker: Two Points of View on the Rolex Air-King Ref. 14010

Watch aficionado Rich Tyson, our special guest blogger, contributes this very different review of one of his own favorite timepieces, the Rolex Air-King Ref. 14010, in which he and a trained watchmaker each examine the watch from their own POV.

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Jan 28, 2015 by WatchTime

Sponsored: Glashütte Original Launches the Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date in Blue

First launched in 2014 to critical acclaim, the Glashütte Original Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date has gone on to become a true retro classic. Defined by its charming square style, versatility on the wrist, and refined execution, the vintage-inspired chronograph is firmly established as an interesting and attractive option within the German watchmaker’s diverse and eye-catching...

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Dec 3, 2021 by WatchTime

Dive Watch Wednesday: A (Very) Few Dive Watch Highlights from SIHH 2015

At last year’s SIHH, IWC launched a whopping 15 new Aquatimer models, and Cartier introduced its very first true dive watch, the Calibre de Cartier Diver. This year, at SIHH 2015, the dive watch pickings were rather slim in comparison.

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Jan 28, 2015 by Roger Ruegger

Monochrome Watches at SIHH 2015: The Cartier Clé de Cartier

Anyone who has carved the snow on skis, hugged a turn’s line in a sports car, or caressed the slope of a woman’s back will appreciate the curves in the Clé de Cartier. Cartier’s iconic march of shapes, from Santos to Tank to Rontonde, arrives at a new simplicity of innovation, design and form.

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Jan 28, 2015 by Frank Geelen

Sponsored: Striving for Innovation and Value, Mancheront Debuts its Sports-Ready Pacer

True innovation in the sub-$1,000 price range for mechanical watches – in particular for sports-focused ones – is a rare feat. That is, of course, unless you are Sydney-based Mancheront, a new watch brand making its global debut with a modern timepiece that works to perfectly pair useful and novel design with robust, value-driven watchmaking....

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Dec 1, 2021 by WatchTime

Monochrome Watches SIHH 2015: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Double Flying Tourbillon

For 2015, Roger Dubuis focusses heavily on skeletonization, as becomes apparent with the introduction of the Excalibur Spider Double Flying Tourbillon. Prior to these new releases, every single watch had been produced according to the strict specifications of the Poinçon de Geneve, and the new models are no exception. The “Spider” offers exceptional Horological techniques,...

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Jan 28, 2015 by Frank Geelen

Watch-Spotting at the Vienna Clock Museum

It’s not that anyone would need another reason to visit Vienna, but should you find yourself in Austria’s capital, and you are a timepiece aficionado, make sure you pay a visit to the Vienna Clock Museum.

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Jan 27, 2015 by Roger Ruegger

Sponsored: Back for Another Round, CODE41 Launches the NB24 Edition 2 with an Exclusive Swiss Caliber

When Lausanne-based CODE41 launched the NB24 Chronograph in 2021, the watch made significant waves with the exceptional level of technicality and expertise it represented for its price— a defining combination of traits that has characterized each of the brand’s timepieces. Led by the value proposition of its avant-garde design, the NB24 struck a serious chord...

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Nov 25, 2021 by WatchTime

Close-Up: Seiko Ananta 100th Anniversary Chronograph

The Seiko company was founded in 1881, produced its first pocketwatches in 1895, its first alarm clocks in 1899, and its first wristwatches in 1913. That means that 2013 marked 100 years of Seiko wristwatches, and the Japanese company marked the milestone with a special version of its Seiko Ananta Chronograph. In this article from...

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Jan 27, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Not Just a Phase: The Hublot Classic Fusion Aeromoon

Hublot introduced a new landmark for the brand this January: its first moon-phase watch. The Hublot Classic Fusion Aeromoon prominently displays the phases of the moon on its skeletonized dial.

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Jan 27, 2015 by Jay Deshpande

Sponsored: Citizen Ushers In “Purposeful Power” Campaign with Limited-Edition Promaster Navihawk

Citizen Watch Company has launched a new brand campaign, focused on its groundbreaking Eco-Drive technology, to remind consumers of the Japanese watchmaker’s core values and to re-emphasize its commitment to environmental sustainability. Dubbed “Purposeful Power,” the campaign kicks off with the release of an exciting new watch from its Promaster series, the Limited Edition Navihawk....

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Nov 24, 2021 by WatchTime

Escapement Watch Review: Zenith El Primero 410

Angus Davies, on his Escapement watch blog, reviews the limited edition Zenith El Primero 410. The watch contains the legendary self-winding El Primero fully integrated chronograph movement. This particular model includes a full calendar and moon-phase indication. As I held the new Zenith El Primero 410 in my hands, it felt reassuringly familiar. Like many admirers...

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Jan 27, 2015 by Angus Davies

Monochrome Watches SIHH 2015: A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Up/Down in Pink Gold

If you ask collectors to name the best ever chronograph, you’ll probably get 2 or 3 recurring answers: Rolex Daytona, Omega Speedmaster and A. Lange & Söhne Datograph. For sure, the two first watches are iconic and highly interesting. However, on our Monochrome-Watches blog, we say that when it comes to Haute Horlogerie matters and technically advanced movements, the one and...

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Jan 27, 2015 by Brice Goulard

Sponsored: Past Meets Present in New Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic

Pioneering Swiss watchmaker Rado has deemed 2021 “a year of hope and reinvention,” and chosen it for the launch of an unprecedented, revolutionary timepiece. The Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic is the culmination of many years of research and development that seamlessly fits within the history and tradition of the Captain Cook watch. This latest watch...

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Nov 23, 2021 by Mark Bernardo

Breitling Transocean Chronograph Unitime

Breitling introduced its first Unitimer model — a self-winding world-time watch, now a sought-after collectors’ item — in the 1950s. At the 2012 Baselworld watch fair, the brand unveiled the updated version, the Transocean Chronograph Unitime, a timepiece that expresses the brand’s classical, aviation-inspired theme with technical innovations and a striking, modern design. The watch...

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Jan 26, 2015 by Mark Bernardo

Escapement Watch Review: IWC Ingenieur Dual Time

Angus Davies provides an in-depth review of the IWC Ingenieur Dual Time. This recently launched watch is equipped with a GMT function, proving highly useful for today’s battle weary business traveler. You can read more from Angus on his Escapement watch blog.

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Jan 26, 2015 by Angus Davies

Monochrome Monday: Introducing the Montblanc Heritage Chronométrie Quantième Annuel

Recently on our Monochrome-Watches blog, we introduced you to some models of Montblanc’s new Heritage Chronométrie collection, like the ExoTourbillon and Dual Time. This new collection also comprises a variety of calendar watches, such as the Montblanc Heritage Chronométrie Quantième Annuel Vasco da Gama, which comes in a gold and a steel version. The timepiece is imbued with a number of symbolic...

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Jan 26, 2015 by Frank Geelen

Monochrome Watches Review: Gustafsson & Sjögren Aurora

The Aurora Borealis, AKA the ‘Northern Lights’ are a natural display of light found on the northern hemisphere. If you’ve had the chance to witness them first-hand you’ll know, they are nothing short of spectacular. Streaks of blue, green, purple and yellow light shooting across the sky in mesmerizing fashion. The same effect is achieved...

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Jan 25, 2015 by Frank Geelen

Escapement Watch Review: Baume & Mercier Capeland 10107

Angus Davies, on his Escapement watch blog, provides an in-depth “hands-on” review of the Baume & Mercier Capeland 10107, a watch featuring a worldtimer function, presented in a luxurious 18-carat red gold case.

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Jan 25, 2015 by Angus Davies

Monochrome Watches: Introducing the Updated Edition Oris Aquis Depth Gauge

Oris is known for its rugged, sporty tool-watches. The Aquis is famous within the watch diving community – a collection that includes some interesting, technical, well finished but affordable tools to be used under the deep salt waters. One is particularly noticeable because it includes a clever mechanical depth gauge. On our Monochrome-Watches blog we look at this watch;...

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Jan 24, 2015 by Brice Goulard

Escapement Watches Review: Breitling Transocean Unitime Pilot

The Manufacture Breitling Caliber B05 housed within the Breitling Transocean Unitime Pilot allows the wearer to adjust the time, turning the crown in either direction, without any detriment to the movement. We write about it on our Escapement watch blog.

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Jan 24, 2015 by Angus Davies

Audio: 12 Watch Executive Interviews from SIHH 2015

At SIHH 2015 in Geneva, I had the chance to chat with 12 watch industry executives, from 11 luxury watch brands, about the timepieces introduced at the show and what lies ahead in 2015. Follow the links below to hear the audio from these interviews, all conducted for my blog, Watch-Insider.com.

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Jan 24, 2015 by Alexander Linz

SIHH 2015: Ralph Lauren Automotive Chronograph (Updated with Live Photo and Price)

Among the new offerings from Ralph Lauren at this year’s SIHH is the new Ralph Lauren Automotive Chronograph. Inspired by the instrument panel of Lauren’s legendary 1938 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic, this piece evokes the exotic yet purposeful aesthetic found in the cockpit of a car many regard as the finest gentleman’s sport coupe of...

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Jan 23, 2015 by WatchTime