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Monochromatic and Mysterious: Meet MeisterSinger’s New NL Edition Mystique

The German watch brand MeisterSinger is renowned for its clear and minimalist single-hand watches, embodying the philosophy of “Less is more,” and encouraging a more relaxed perception of time. Taking this concept further, the limited edition NL Edition Mystique, limited to 123 pieces, introduces a new level of monochromatic sophistication. The double-digit hour markers and...

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Dec 1, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

A Celestial Beauty: Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Tourbillon Meteorite

In celebration of its 35th company anniversary and 15th anniversary of its in-house tourbillon movement in 2023, Frederique Constant introduces the Manufacture Classic Tourbillon Meteorite, following a pink gold and stainless steel execution earlier released this year. As the name suggests, the haute horlogerie complication features a rare meteorite dial that creates a beautiful, “out-of-this...

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Nov 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Universal Genius: Reviewing the Breitling Chronomat B01 Chronograph 42

The new Breitling Chronomat is an all-purpose sports watch that recalls the return of mechanical timekeeping in the 1980s and Breitling’s role as a chronograph pioneer. The unique Rouleaux bracelet brings a trendy retro look to the wrist, while modern manufacture Caliber 01 points the way toward the future. We review it in this feature...

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Nov 26, 2023 by Martina Richter

A Tribute to Maritime Heritage: Panerai Unveils Radiomir Officine PAM01385

Panerai introduces a new Radiomir, paying homage to the brand’s origins. In 1916, Guido Panerai patented “Radiomir,” a radium-based substance that emits an intense glowing in the dark, enhancing the readability of precision instruments for the Royal Italian Navy. In 1935, the first prototype of a watch for Italian combat divers followed. The new Radiomir...

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Nov 21, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Certina Releases DS Super PH1000M in Two Variants

Certina gets ready for the next dive season with the release of the Certina DS Super PH1000M. Water-resistant to an extreme depth of 1,000 meters (100 bar), it draws inspiration from DS-2 Super PH1000M, a mission timepiece used in the Tektite II program, an underwater habitat project of the U.S. government, carried out in the...

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Nov 20, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

The Traditionalist: Hands-On With the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in 2021. As of 2020, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner with no date display, which many view as the archetypal dive watch, is slightly larger and has an updated movement yet remains true to its original design. This is our first encounter with the...

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Nov 17, 2023 by Martina Richter

Sponsored: Into the Abyss – The Delma Blue Shark IV

The new Blue Shark IV transcends its superb predecessors with an unimaginable water resistance to 5000 meters. This impeccable divers’ watch incites curiosity and exudes strength. As the fourth iteration of DELMA’s renowned deep-sea diver, it embraces the coveted Blue Shark design while integrating elevated durability and subtle enhancements. At 3,000-6,000 meters below the ocean’s...

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Nov 13, 2023 by WatchTime

WATCH REVIEW

Into the Blue: Reviewing the Rolex Deepsea D-Blue

When writer, director, and adventurer James Cameron reached the beginning of the “deep sea” at a depth of 1,000 meters on March 26, 2012, safely inside his submersible craft Deepsea Challenger, all the remaining light disappeared. But at that point, he hadn’t yet completed one-tenth of his journey. At 10,908 meters, he landed softly on...

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Nov 13, 2023 by Jens Koch

Green Rambles: The Trouble with Trends

Trends can be a blessing and a curse at the same time. In the world of watches, it surprisingly pays off when you are slightly conservative. Yet— as in any industry— only a select few have the privilege to march to the beat of their own drum, which means that trends need to be followed...

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Nov 10, 2023 by Martin Green

Green Rambles: Why Aren’t You A Bit More Critical?

This article is from the WatchTime Archives and was originally published in March 2022. Criticism and watch journalism have always been on edge with one another. One could argue that there is a great dependency between the writing press and the watch brands. Even at WatchTime, many of the brands we cover also advertise with...

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Nov 9, 2023 by Martin Green

Sponsored: As if it Couldn’t Get Better, Oceaneva Unveils a 1250M Titanium GMT

Oceaneva is swiftly rising to the forefront of the luxury timepiece industry, outperforming more established names in terms of specs, price and value proposition. The brand has recently launched a Titanium GMT on pre-sale for an astonishing $349. To label this as extraordinary would be an understatement. The new Oceaneva Titanium GMT series showcases unique...

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Nov 9, 2023 by WatchTime

Sailing with the Winds of History: Laco Releases New Marine Timepieces

The southern German traditional brand Laco, whose origins date back to 1925, is known not only for pilot watches but also for nautically inspired timepieces. Now, Laco is expanding this model range and presents a reissue of the models named after two German port cities, Cuxhaven and Bremerhaven. The new models are inspired by the...

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Nov 6, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

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Movement Artistry: Up Close with the Decorative Finishes of A. Lange & Söhne

What makes a watch even more exclusive? One factor is the finishes lavished on its movement, especially if they’re handcrafted. A. Lange & Söhne decorates especially beautifully. In this visit to the WatchTime Archives, we a look at the Saxon manufacture’s famed finishing techniques. Manual Engraving The hand-engraved balance cock is a Glashütte specialty that’s...

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Nov 4, 2023 by Jens Koch

WATCH REVIEW

Well Traveled Companion: Reviewing the Tudor Black Bay GMT

Tudor adds world-time functionality to the Black Bay with new manufacture Caliber MT5652. Not only does the GMT version run more accurately than many other chronometer-tested watches, it boasts a 70-hour power reserve and the time displays can be set in several different ways.

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Nov 3, 2023 by Martina Richter

Breitling Updates the Avenger Collection, Going Upmarket with Downsized Cases

Just announced by Breitling is the newly refreshed Avenger collection that updates the entire line consisting of chronograph, GMT, and automatic models. Introduced over two decades ago as a more accessible and sporty alternative to the Chronomat, the Avenger has become a staple of Breitling’s lineup with its bold modern pilot watch style. Of course,...

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Nov 1, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Kunsthaus Zürich: Time – From Dürer to Bonvicini

Should you happen to be in Zurich, Switzerland, these days: the Kunsthaus (which is only a couple of minutes away from the must-see Beyer Museum at Bahnhofstrasse) is hosting an exhibition about the various aspects of time until January 14, 2024. For those unfamiliar: the Kunsthaus Zürich is home to one of Switzerland’s most important...

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Oct 31, 2023 by Roger Ruegger

Circles of Time: Reviewing the A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Time Zone

This article is from the WatchTime Archives. Fifteen years after its introduction, the Lange 1 Time Zone from A. Lange & Söhne was equipped with a new manufacture caliber. The time in two different time zones can be read intuitively from the dial. But this watch offers much more, as we can confirm after scrutinizing...

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Oct 31, 2023 by Martina Richter

Silver Treasure: Testing the Tudor Black Bay Fifty Eight 925

Tudor has brought silver back onto the scene with its Black Bay Fifty Eight 925. How good is this watch with the striking taupe dial? We find out in this in-depth, hands-on review from the WatchTime Archives. Tudor is one of the few brands whose desirability has increased significantly in recent years. This is mainly...

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Oct 28, 2023 by Jens Koch