Chronographs

A chronograph is a device that measures elapsed time, i.e., a stopwatch. It is one of the most popular watch complications, and appears often in sports watches. Chronograph watches that number among the most famous and iconic watches in history include the Rolex Daytona, TAG Heuer Carrera, Omega Speedmaster, and Zenith El Primero, among others.

The word “chronograph” can be used to denote the device itself or a watch that incorporates the device. Most modern chronograph watches are equipped with a center-mounted seconds hand for showing the elapsed seconds and a subdial or subdials to show the elapsed minutes and, on some watches, the elapsed hours. A standard chronograph watch has two pushers on the side of the case. The top one is used to start and stop the chronograph function and the bottom one to return the elapsed seconds, minutes, and, when present, hours hand to zero.

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Breitling Introduces the New Navitimer Squad with the AOPA Logo, Colorful Dials, and More (with Live Photos)

Breitling celebrates the 70th anniversary of the iconic Navitimer with a redesigned collection that comes with colorful dials and a subtle redesign. The Navitimer B01 Chronograph is now also available in an additional case size of 41mm. In 1952, Willy Breitling developed a chronograph with a circular slide rule on the outer flange that allowed...

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Mar 29, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Sponsored: Boasting Cutting Edge Technology, G-SHOCK Introduces Its Latest MT-G

G-SHOCK’s premium MT-G collection of timepieces has long been found at the crossroads of bold style and cutting edge technology, and with the new MTGB3000BD1A that trend only continues. Found as part of the larger MTGB3000 series, the watch is constructed of stainless steel, fine resin, and carbon, and features a renewed Dual Core Guard Structure...

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May 18, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Crossing Lanes: The Citizen x Nissan Z / Fairlady Z Sees Its Global Debut (with Hands-On Photos)

Earlier this year, Citizen made news in international markets with the debut of one of its first novelties of the year, the Citizen x Nissan Z / Fairlady Z. As its name indicates, the watch is a collaboration piece designed with the Japanese automaker Nissan, with the aesthetic taking its direct cues from the iconic...

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Mar 25, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Purple Panda and California Blue: Czapek Expands the Faubourg de Cracovie with a LE Duo

In terms of color, the year 2022 has been a good one so far. We have already seen a plethora of cool colorways in entirely new watch models and in variations of existing ones. Czapek & Cie. also refreshens one of their classics, the Faubourg de Cracovie chronograph, with two new color options, one with...

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Mar 24, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Sponsored: Where Professionalism Meets Technology, ProTek Sees Its Debut

Crafted with first responders in mind, American watchmaker ProTek launches this month with the debut of their initial collection, the Series 1000. The new brand joins the Time Concepts family of brands, and is helmed by industry veteran Barry Cohen, founder of Luminox. After founding Luminox in 1989, Cohen differentiated the brand as an industry...

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May 10, 2022 by WatchTime

Meet the “MoonSwatch:” Omega and Swatch Join Forces for a New Collection

It’s an unexpected collaboration, but one to please Omega and Swatch fans, alike. The two Swatch Group brands came together for a very cool take on the Moonwatch and to make this highly sought-after classic accessible to a wider audience. Outer space inspired a new collection of eleven Bioceramic quartz chronographs named after the planets...

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Mar 24, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Sponsored: G-SHOCK Elevates an Icon with the MRGB5000

In an ode to the iconic, original design of the very first Casio G-SHOCK, the famed Japanese maker now unveils the latest addition to its luxuriously minded MR-G series in the new MRGB5000. The new timepiece is the first watch in the MR-G line to feature a design inspired by the first G-SHOCK, the 1983...

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Mar 21, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

PORTFOLIO

Stopwatches at the Top: 7 Chronographs with In-House Movements

Looking for a chronograph with a completely in-house-manufactured movement? In this feature from WatchTime's June 2017 issue, we showcase some of the industry’s top picks, from seven power brands, from Breitling to Rolex to Zenith.

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Mar 20, 2022 by Alexander Krupp

FEATURE

Flying Ace: Tracing the History of the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch

IWC's Big Pilot’s Watch became an instant classic when it was re-released in 2002. But its history stretches much further back in time. In this feature from the WatchTime archives, we explore the Big Pilot and its many evolutions over the decades.

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Mar 19, 2022 by Jens Koch

Seiko Launches Limited Edition Prospex Speedtimer as a Tribute to the World Athletics Championships 2022

As a tribute to the World Athletic Championships which will take place in Eugene, Oregon, from July 15 – July 24, Japanese watchmaker Seiko launches the Prospex Speedtimer Limited Edition Chronograph. Serving as the official timekeeper for the event, Seiko will keep the scope of the launch, with an availability of only 400 pieces worldwide...

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Mar 18, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Tissot Goes Even Sportier, Introducing the PRX Automatic Chronograph

Tissot again adds to its successful PRX collection that was introduced two years ago. This time, two chronograph executions will join the family that breathes new life into an iconic 70’s timepiece with a bold sporty look and feel. The PRX Automatic Chronograph, water-resistant to 100 meters, debuts in a 42mm satin-finished stainless steel case...

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Mar 14, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Smaller, Colorful, and Very Retro: Omega’s Latest ’57 Speedmaster

Omega’s famous Speedmaster ’57, first introduced in 2013, returns in 2022, now with a Master Chronometer upgrade and slimmer profile. The downsizing to a diameter of 40.5mm and a height of 12.99 mm was made possible thanks to the new Master Chronometer caliber 9906 with manual winding. The new Speedmaster ’57 offers a power reserve...

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Mar 9, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

No Date, No Problem: Six Watches Without Date Displays

While a date display is usually regarded as one of the most popular complications, some purists are opting more and more for harmony and symmetry on their dials by choosing a watch without a date window. Here are six notable recent examples. Back to the Forties: IWC Big Pilot’s Watch 43IWC downsized the case of...

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Mar 8, 2022 by Alexander Krupp

Junghans Adds to Meister Chronoscope Collection

Junghans introduces a new version of its popular Meister Chronoscope with a fir-green dial. The color is a tribute to the home of the German tradition brand which has been based in the small city of Schramberg in the Black Forest region for more than 160 years. Its former production site, the heritage-listed “Terrassenbau” (terrace...

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Mar 5, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

WATCH REVIEW

Retro Stopwatch: Reviewing the Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph

After the limited edition in bronze, the Oris Divers Sixty-Five is now available as a regular production chronograph model. Unmistakably influenced by history, this watch follows the current retro trend, but offers modern solutions in every detail. We give it an-depth look in this feature from the WatchTime archives, with original photos by Olaf Köster....

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Mar 4, 2022 by Martina Richter

Chronograph with Charisma: Aerowatch introduces New Limited Edition of Les Grandes Classiques

Aerowatch is a Swiss family company based in Saignelégier that draws back on over a century of savoir-faire in fine watchmaking. One of its area of expertise is the production of notably classic chronographs that stand the test of time. The new Les Grandes Classiques Chrono Limited Edition is the latest example for this know-how....

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Mar 4, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Ready for Takeoff: The Story of Longines and the Pioneers of Aviation

Daring pilots relied on Longines watches aboard their flying machines in the 1920s and 1930s. The brand’s recently launched Spirit models recall this exciting history. Freezing cold. Deafening noise. Leaden fatigue. He’s been flying for 11 hours and now night has fallen over the Atlantic Ocean. It will be more than twice as long before...

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Mar 1, 2022 by Ruediger Bucher

Café Racing: Breitling Revs Up with Top Time Triumph Chronograph

Breitling brings back the 1960s café-racer spirit with a limited automatic chronograph that is part of a new partnership with British Triumph Motorcycles. Dubbed the Top Time Triumph Chronograph, the watch takes inspiration from café racers, a type of sport motorcycles that originated among enthusiasts in the early to mid 1960s in London. These standard production...

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Feb 22, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Among Friends: Reviewing the TAG Heuer Carrera Porsche Chronograph Special Edition

The official partnership between the TAG Heuer watch brand and the Porsche sports car manufacturer was a natural choice. These two companies have been linked by a strong friendship with common history, stories and, above all, values for years. Yet the news came as a shock. Reason enough for the watch manufacturer to launch a...

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Feb 21, 2022 by Martina Richter

WATCH REVIEW

Beautifully Bicompax: Comparing Chronographs from Stowa, Staudt, and Frederique Constant

We compared three elegant chronographs from Frederique Constant, Stowa, and Staudt. Visually, they all benefit from a symmetrical dial layout and lack of a date window, but are they more than just pretty faces? Find out in this review from our archives, with original photos by Olaf Köster.

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Feb 19, 2022 by Jens Koch

From the Seas to the Skies: Hands-on with the Bremont Supermarine Chrono

As British watchmaker Bremont begins unveiling its novelties for the year, let’s take a look back at some of its most notable launches of last year. Leading the pack is a Spring of 2021 launched, updated version of the brand’s popular, vintage-influenced Supermarine dive watch that added a new GMT function. Which, alongside that highly...

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Feb 15, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Currents in the Air: Reviewing the Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph Mosquito

In the continuing retro wave, the Aviator 8 collection reinterprets Breitling’s early pilot watches without simply duplicating them. In this in-depth review from our October 2020 issue, we observe how the newest Aviator 8 model, the B01 Chronograph Mosquito, keeps up in modern everyday life.

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Feb 15, 2022 by Martina Richter

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