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Introducing the Longines Heritage Classic Tuxedos — Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy

As any longtime reader of the “Vintage Eye” series knows, Longines is a major leader when it comes to vintage-inspired and vintage-reissue watches. With its neo-vintage Heritage collection, which includes attention-grabbing models like the Heritage Classic Chronograph 1946, Heritage Military Watch, and Heritage 1945, among many others, the Swiss brand has been at the forefront...

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Jun 28, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

Hands-on with the Montblanc Heritage GMT – Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy

This week on “Vintage Eye,” we turn our focus to Montblanc and its popular Heritage collection, specifically the recently launched Montblanc Heritage GMT. This model was first released in January 2019 as part of the Heritage collection’s unveiling at SIHH (now Watches & Wonders), and has since become one of the collection’s few permanent residents...

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Jun 21, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

Alpina Seastrong Diver Gyre Automatic Features World’s First All-Recycled Case

This week, Swiss sport-watch brand Alpina unveiled new models in its popular Seastrong dive-watch series, headlined by the new Diver Gyre Automatic — the first dive watch to boast a case made fully of recycled material. The new, sustainability-focused sub-family watches includes five references: two 36-mm models geared towards the ladies’ market and three 44-mm...

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Jun 12, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

WATCH REVIEW:

A Hands-On Review of the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer

A second-time-zone indicator ranks among the most useful watch complications, and not just for pilots and other people who fly frequently. But not all of these time-zone displays operate intuitively. They often have a 24-hour hand that can be reset in single- hour increments via the crown, but a watch of this kind may be...

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Jun 10, 2020 by Jens Koch

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Quantième Debuts in New 41-mm Case Size

Swiss luxury watchmaker Jaquet Droz has long been known for its distinctive “figure eight” style dial designs, particularly in its flagship Grande Seconde collection. Recently, the manufacture unveiled the latest update to this family with a new 41-mm size for the Quantième model, which had previously been offered only in a larger 43-mm case. In...

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Jun 6, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

Promotion: Zelos Releases First Halo Model: The Mirage

Singapore watchmaker Zelos Watches has released its first halo watch model, named The Mirage. The Mirage represents the pinnacle of the company’s capabilities and is a limited edition run of 10 pieces. It exudes rarity and class, paying respects to the origins of Zelos, incorporating the spirit of engineering with exotic materials. The Mirage is...

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Jun 5, 2020 by WatchTime

Nomos Partners with Ace Jewelers for Tangente 38 Amsterdam Limited Edition

Bauhaus-inspired German watchmaker Nomos Glashütte has announced a new limited edition of its Tangente 38 timepiece, produced in collaboration with the Netherlands’ Ace Jewelers. The new model, dubbed the Tangente 38 Amsterdam, is an homage to the city of Amsterdam, where Ace Jewelers is located. It follows the same design codes as the original Tangente...

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Jun 1, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Baume & Mercier Debuts Art Deco-Inspired Hampton Collection

Perhaps in hopeful anticipation of a new “Roaring Twenties” era that may follow our current pandemic-linked economic slowdown, Swiss watchmaker Baume & Mercier has unveiled the latest update to its Art Deco inspired Hampton series. The refreshed collection, which takes its inspiration from the dominant design influence of the early 20th century, includes three new...

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May 31, 2020 by Caleb Anderson

WATCH TEST

Grand Finale: Testing the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic

Baume & Mercier’s Clifton Baumatic is the first watch powered by the brand’s in-house movement with a five-day power reserve, chronometer precision, magnetic protection and extended service intervals – all at an affordable price. We put it to our test.

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May 19, 2020 by Martina Richter

WATCH REVIEW:

A Hands-On Review of the Zenith Defy El Primero 21

Starting the chronograph of the Zenith Defy El Primero by pressing the large rectangular pusher at 2 o’clock comes with a huge surprise: a long, thin hand spins around the dial at lightning speed. It only needs 1 second for each rotation. And inside the titanium case, the mechanism that makes this possible hums along...

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May 15, 2020 by Martina Richter

Shades of the Past: Zenith Chronomaster Revival “Shadow” Revives a Rare El Primero Prototype

Zenith’s history-making El Primero chronograph caliber famously marked its 50th anniversary in 2019, debuting a number of historically inspired timepieces, including a revival of the very first El Primero watch from 1969. This year, the manufacture follows up that mega-popular vintage re-edition with the Chronomaster Revival “Shadow” — the modern reissue of a rare, legendary...

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May 7, 2020 by Mark Bernardo