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Introducing the Chronograph Monopoussoir Sylvain Pinaud x Massena LAB

In an exciting collaboration, Sylvain Pinaud and Massena LAB have joined forces to create a limited edition of the renowned French independent watchmaker’s monopusher chronograph. This exceptional timepiece, which secured the esteemed “Horological Revelation” Prize at the 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), is an exclusive edition limited to a mere ten pieces. With...

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Sep 6, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Maximally Minimalist: Meet the New Oris Artelier S

Oris’ Artelier collection represents the elegant side of the brand and is a fine testament to its commitment to tradition. With slender bezels, slim cases, classically designed dials, and stylish straps, they beautifully complement a business or evening attire – better yet, they are a bang for your buck. This rings also true for the...

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Sep 1, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Soft as a Pebble, Green as a Leaf: Ressence Adds a New Shade to TYPE 3 Range

Established in 2010 by industrial designer Benoît Mintiens, Ressence embraces the philosophy of “Less is More,” discarding some elements that have defined traditional watches for decades. Unveiled in 2013, and since then sought-after by fans of independent and Avantgarde watchmaking, the TYPE 3 stunned the watch industry as the pioneering oil-filled mechanical timepiece that was...

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Aug 31, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Music to Collectors’ Ears: Introducing the Breguet Classique Répétition Minutes 7673 in Rose Gold

A first-class high horology complication rarely reveals its secrets and sophistication at first glance, as even the trained eye doesn’t immediately grasp the complexity of the underlying mechanical processes. This rings especially true for the minute repeater, which symbolizes minimalist appearance at its finest. However, from a technical standpoint, this grand complication is deemed extremely...

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Aug 30, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Stop & Go: Reviewing the Sinn 910 Anniversary Split-Seconds Chronograph

A split-seconds chronograph is a rather rare complication. Sinn offers the 910 Anniversary model at a reasonable price. In this visit to the WatchTime Archives, we look at our latest watch test on the piece, taking a closer look at this retro stopwatch with contemporary features. While Sinn offers various classic models, especially in its...

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Aug 29, 2023 by Martina Richter

Surprise in Silicon: Ulysse Nardin Wows with Blast Free Wheel Marquetry at GWD 2023

Ulysse Nardin’s surprises once again with technological innovations and daring designs by introducing the new Blast Free Wheel Marquetry, presenting silicon as a material that is not only ultra-technical but also highly artistic. As a tribute to the movement of the iconic Freak, the first incorporating silicon in 2001, the UN-176 Manufacture caliber also reveals on...

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Aug 29, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

WATCH TEST

Hands-On Review: Rolex GMT-Master II “Pepsi” Ref. 126710 BLRO

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in 2021.  Coke or Pepsi? It’s a matter of taste, some say, and individual tastes always differ. But there’s only one right answer if you’re talking about the Rolex GMT-Master. Although the manufacturer made a version that had a GMT bezel in red and...

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Aug 27, 2023 by Jens Koch

Hands-On with the SevenFriday T1/08 ‘Bauhaus Inspired’

When you mention Bauhaus in relation to watches, many immediately think of brands like Laco, Nomos, and Junghans, each of which offer watches with the ‘less is more’-approach often associated with the art and design style from this school in Germany. SevenFriday, a 2012, Zürich-founded watchmakers, has also taken great inspiration from Bauhaus in its...

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Aug 22, 2023 by Martin Green

In The Spotlight: Longines La Grande Classique

Longines is a brand with not only a rich heritage, but also quite an extensive current collection. A staple since its launch in 1992 is La Grande Classique. The name couldn’t have been more suitable, as this model truly embodies the core values of a dress watch. Its design is very pure, with a clean...

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Aug 21, 2023 by Martin Green

WATCH REVIEW

Silent Accord: Reviewing the Grand Seiko Spring Drive Diver SBGA229

Grand Seiko’s SBGA229 divers’ watch combines traditional mechanical watchmaking and the precision of electronic timekeeping. This is made possible by Spring Drive technology, developed by Seiko, and the result is an authentic divers’ watch with a unique inner life. In this feature from our October 2019 issue, with original photos by Olaf Köster, we give it a thorough once-over.

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Aug 20, 2023 by Martina Richter

Oval, Light, and Resilient: Meet the New Rado DiaStar Original Skeleton

A year ago, Rado celebrated a significant anniversary. The brand’s DiaStar, the first scratch-resistant wristwatch with a sapphire cover glass when it appeared in 1962, turned 60. To mark the occasion, the brand launched a duo of special designs. And like one those anniversary watches, which was designed by Swiss designer Alfredo Häberli, the new...

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Aug 17, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Green Rambles: All Boxed In

It has been a long time, but I still remember buying my very first ‘proper’ watch, an Omega Seamaster Professional. It came in a beautiful red ‘leather’ box with a cream interior, which made quite an impression on me. It made the watch feel even more luxurious, and I realized then that a box is...

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Aug 14, 2023 by Martin Green

Garrick Updates, and Upgrades, Its Charismatic Regulator

British watchmaking is making a strong comeback, and one of the forces behind this is Garrick, founded by David Brailsford and Simon Michlmayr. With an annual production of around 50 pieces a year, they are by no means a threat to any of the more established (Swiss) brands in terms of volume. In terms of...

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Jul 25, 2023 by Martin Green

A. Lange & Söhne Delights with New Execution of 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar

With the 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar, premiered in 2013, A. Lange & Söhne endowed three of the most sophisticated horological complications with the beautifully classic design of the 1815 product family. The equally rare and challenging combination of a split-seconds chronograph with a perpetual calendar is now presented in a new livery, featuring an 18-carat...

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Jul 13, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Talking Shop With Coralie Charriol, CEO of Charriol

Coralie Charriol is a woman who likes to make waves, whether it is standing on a surfboard, or guiding the brand that her father founded in 1983. While best known for its cable bracelet watches, Charriol has more to offer. Passionate about everything she does, we sat down with Coralie Charriol, talking about how it...

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Jul 12, 2023 by Martin Green

Wempe and Nomos Glashütte Release Tangente neomatik 41 Update – Signature Collection

With the Tangente neomatik 41 Update – Signature Collection, limited to 200 pieces, Wempe opens the next chapter in its collaboration with renowned watch brands. For the Signature Collection, the Hamburg-established, family-run jeweler partners with brands to reimagine their most iconic styles in unique limited edition versions sold exclusively at Wempe boutiques worldwide and via...

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Jul 12, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Seiko Introduces Next Generation of King Seiko

In 2021, Seiko commemorated its 140th anniversary with the revival of one of its most sought-after timepiece from its archives, the King Seiko. The original was debuted in the early 1960’s and introduced in a refined version in 1965 that was distinguished by high precision, mirrored by a highly clean and expressive design. After the release of...

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Jul 10, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler