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Underwater Pathfinder: The Tudor Pelagos FXD

This article was originally published in the July/August 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. Photos by Marcus Krüger. Tudor has revived its tradition as a supplier to French Navy combat swimmers with a tool watch that incorporates historical design elements while meeting the elite unit’s modern specifications for a navigation instrument. Since 1960, Tudor...

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Aug 2, 2023 by Jens Koch

Sponsored: CODE41 Unveils Latest NB24 with the Impressive Stratom Case

CODE41 has unveiled its latest iteration of the NB24, a chronograph watch that has become a legendary part of the brand’s history. This third edition of the NB24 brings with it not only a captivating new color, but also introduces a fresh case design known as the Stratom. The NB24 – A Growing Legacy The...

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Sep 20, 2023 by WatchTime

Mido Launches Ocean Star Tribute Special Edition

The retro diver watch aesthetic is at its best with the Mido Ocean Star Tribute Special Edition. Combining vintage looks with modern-day features, the diver is water resistant up to a pressure of 20 bar (200 m / 660 ft). Characterized by a light blue, color gradient dial, the straight-forward diver’s design is protected by...

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Jul 28, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Longines Launches Flagship Heritage Extensions With Beautiful Moonphase

Channelling refined design with high precision, Longines‘ Flagship line was one of the brand’s most sought-after timepieces in the 1950s. This winning combination of first class mechanics and elegance has hardly changed over the last sixty years. Now, the winged hourglass brand extends the collection with three particularly stunning executions, each of which has its...

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Jul 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

WatchTime New York 2023 Tickets on Sale Now

Following what was one of WatchTime New York’s biggest shows to-date in 2022, the esteemed collector’s event returns to Manhattan once again this year from October 20th to 22nd. WatchTime New York 2023 will bring together many of the world’s most impressive watchmakers and timepieces alongside countless enthusiasts, collectors, and industry experts. The multi-day event...

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Jun 16, 2023 by WatchTime

Zenith Extends Defy Skyline Collection with Ice Blue Dials

Zenith unveils three new boutique-exclusive editions of the DEFY Skyline in 41mm and 36mm, each with metallic ice-blue dials. Their sunray-brush finish is enhanced by the brand’s hallmark pattern of four pointed-stars. Each case is water-resistant to 100 meters and distinguished by the signature dodecagonal bezel, directly inspired by the earliest DEFY wristwatches from 1969....

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Jul 25, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Norqain Drops Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm Ice Blue Limited Edition

Norqain, a relatively young Swiss brand that focuses on traditional mechanical watchmaking infused with sportiness and a penchant for the outdoors, this spring launched a limited edition of its Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm. This vintage inspired chronograph stages its tricompax layout on an ice-blue dial with luminescent markers and hands under a domed sapphire glass....

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Jul 19, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Tissot Introduces the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm

Releasing the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm, Tissot is the latest brand to introduce one of its bestsellers in a smaller case size. Inspired by a timepiece from 1978, this collection of stylish steel sport watches fitted with an integrated bracelet was revived a couple of years ago and first equipped with a quartz movement. The...

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Jul 11, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

A Touch of Dolce Vita: Bulgari’s Aluminium Capri Collection

First introduced in 1998 and equipped with a self-winding caliber since 2020, the Bulgari Aluminium collection of stylish sports watches has been a fixture in the Italian brand’s horological line-up. Right in time for summer and travel season, Bulgari has updated the collection with a special edition that pays tribute to Capri, the Italian island...

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Jun 16, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Welcome to the Club…

This article was originally published in the March/April 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. …the club of amply dimensioned steel watches with a fixed connection between the case and the bracelet. Nomos Glashütte relies on a specially created and customized construction to create a fluent connection in its largest and sportiest model. The blue...

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May 22, 2023 by Martina Richter

Frederique Constant Expands Highlife Collection with a Sparkling Addition

Frederique Constant’s Highlife collection has expanded by one model more at this year’s Watches and Wonders with the introduction of the Highlife Ladies Automatic Sparkling. Aptly named, the design includes a series of diamond accents and a sparkling dial that give it a vibrant vitality in any light condition. With its sporty yet gem-centric design,...

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May 5, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Testing the Omega Seamaster 300

This article was originally published in the March/April 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. With the latest version from 2021, Omega continues to offer an attractive reinterpretation of its first true dive watch from 1957, but has also incorporated some unexpected changes, especially when compared to its direct predecessor from 2014. WatchTime takes a...

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May 2, 2023 by Alexander Krupp

Leveling Up: The Oris Divers Sixty-Five Calibre 400 Chronos Limited Edition

This article was originally published in the March/April 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. In early 2022, Oris teamed up with WatchTime’s sister publication Chronos to create a highly limited version of its no-date Divers Sixty-Five model, powered by the brand’s latest in-house movement. Back in 2015, Oris introduced its first vintage-inspired skin diver, the...

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Apr 27, 2023 by Roger Ruegger

Watches and Wonders 2023: Baume & Mercier Riviera Azur 300m

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Riviera watch, Baume & Mercier unveils the Riviera Azur 300m, available with a smoky blue and a grey sapphire dial decorated with a wave pattern, at this year’s Watches and Wonders. Water-resistant to 30 ATM it is inspired by the first Riviera diver’s watch released in 1981. In order...

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Apr 2, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Baume & Mercier Redefines Elegance with New Hampton Models

Baume & Mercier surprised at Watches & Wonders with three new versions of its Hampton model. The timepiece was initially launched in 1994 and has a distinct rectangular shape with a design inspired by the elegance of the 1920s Art Deco period. The first, ref. 10732, is a medium model measuring 43mm x 27.5mm. With...

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Mar 30, 2023 by Martin Green

Sponsored: E.C.Andersson Watch Co Releases the Last of the Calypso II’s Featuring a Brand New Bracelet

The Calypso is one of E.C.Andersson Watch Co’s most recognizable watch lines, attracting collectors with its sporty elegance. Following the original design’s lead, the Calypso II was released earlier this year as a follow-up, and sold out its first series shortly after. Priding themselves in creating only a few pieces of each model, E.C.Andersson is...

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Dec 1, 2022 by WatchTime

Introducing the Wempe X Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Signature Collection

Wempe is launching a series of exclusive watches in collaboration with well-renowned watch manufacturers to create its newest collection, the aptly named Wempe Signature Collection. The strictly limited partnership models are based off some of the most classic references in the watch world, and kicking off the series is a watch produced in partnership with...

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Nov 17, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Showing at WatchTime New York 2022: Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante

It is almost time for WatchTime New York 2022, with the exciting event making its seventh annual return to Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall on October 21-23. Joined by industry professionals and expert panelists, the event is a great opportunity for guests to have an inside experience with the year’s most coveted releases from over 30...

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Oct 9, 2022 by WatchTime

Introducing the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer With a Blue Dial

Seiko announced the release of a new Prospex Speedtimer, adding the watch into serial production following the success of a limited edition iteration. The Limited Edition Prospex Speedtimer was launched as a tribute to the World Athletic Championships which took place in Eugene, Oregon, in July 2022. The newly released follow-up model is a Prospex...

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Sep 3, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

The Celebration Continues: Grand Seiko Releases Spring Drive Powered 44GS 55th Anniversary LE ref. SBGY009

The celebrations at Grand Seiko continue this week, with the esteemed Japanese watchmaker releasing its latest of celebratory pieces marking the 55th anniversary of the original 44GS design. The new watch, dubbed the 44GS 55th Anniversary Limited Edition ref. SBGY009, joins the brand’s historically influenced Heritage Collection, with it taking direct influence from the original...

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Aug 19, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Rolex Introduces the Day-Date 40, Now in Platinum with a Fluted Bezel

As Rolex enthusiasts are aware, even small adaptions make for big news in the brand’s universe. This year, Rolex’s elegant Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40 is presented in a stunning new 950 platinum version with a fluted bezel. Until now, platinum executions of this model equipped with the nickname “president’s watch” sported only smooth bezels because,...

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Apr 7, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Stargazing on the Dial: MeisterSinger Releases a Limited Edition of the Astroscope

Those who are familiar with the German watch brand know that it has made a reputation with their single-hand wristwatches indicating the time in five-minute increments. While this concept seems minimalistic and is intended to do so, it is quite amazing how MeisterSinger varies the topic, not only in beautiful colorways but also by adding...

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Mar 17, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler