Cool Watches

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Hanhart Pioneer One Limited Edition

Hanhart is a German watch brand that, for the better part of the twentieth century, was a staple in the production of pilots’ watches and chronographs in Europe. In more recent years, the brand’s focus has remained across the pond with little means of distribution in the United States, yet their watches — especially their...

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Feb 18, 2018 by Caleb Anderson

FEATURE

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: IWC Tribute to Pallweber Edition “150 Years”

IWC has a long history of revamping entire collections during SIHH, and alongside this norm, the brand often previews most of the watches months before the actual show. Yet this year the Schaffhausen-based brand has broken from its tradition to commemorate 150 years of watchmaking, and in the process has released 27 limited-edition models across...

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Feb 11, 2018 by Caleb Anderson

FEATURE

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Longines Avigation BigEye

For this week’s “Vintage Eye,” we turn our attention to the vintage re-issue Longines Avigation BigEye. The watch, released late last summer, was one of the most critically-acclaimed timepieces of 2017, and for good reason. With its no-nonsense case, straightforward yet unique dial, and relatively accessible price point, the BigEye represents some of the best...

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Jan 28, 2018 by Caleb Anderson

FEATURE

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Vacheron Constantin Historiques Triple Calendrier 1942 and 1948

Two of the more popular vintage-revival watches released last year were the Vacheron Constantin Historiques Triple Calendrier 1942 and 1948. The pieces, which now sit in boutiques alongside the critically-acclaimed Overseas collection, caught the attention of many publications early last October for their integration of the 1940s triple calendar design and Vacheron’s excellent contemporary manufacturing...

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Jan 21, 2018 by Caleb Anderson

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Junghans Meister Pilot

The modern Junghans Meister Pilot is based on the Junghans J88 Bundeswher Fliegeruhr, a B-Uhr-style pilots' watch developed in 1955 for the newly-established West German military, or Bundeswehr. How does the modern version compare with its vintage predecessor?

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Sep 10, 2017 by Caleb Anderson

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Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Rolex Milgauss

The original Rolex Milgauss set out to serve the market segment of scientific experts needing a timepiece able to withstand high levels of electromagnetism. The modern version, (Ref. 116400) was released by Rolex in 2007 after an almost 20-year hiatus for the series.

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Aug 8, 2017 by Caleb Anderson

BASELWORLD 2017

One Hand, 120 Hours: Introducing the MeisterSinger Circularis Power Reserve

Famed single-hand brand MeisterSinger is expanding its premium Circularis collection with the introduction of the Circularis Power Reserve. The new addition, available in four color variations, features the brand’s newly developed, hand-wound MSH02 movement with an impressive 120-hour power reserve.

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Mar 22, 2017 by Caleb Anderson

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Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Glashütte Original Sixties Iconic Square

Relative to the German Cold War-era Spezimatics of the past, the Glashütte Original Sixties Iconic Square pays an obvious tribute while still distinguishing itself as modern in a few very key ways. Here we compare the modern watches with their vintage forbears.

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Mar 19, 2017 by Caleb Anderson

From Fratello Watches

Hands-On Review: Longines Legend Diver

After you read our dive watch review of the Longines Legend Diver Date, and consider its updated features, including an attractive price tag, you may conclude that this might be the dive watch for you.

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Jul 26, 2016 by Robert-Jan Broer

Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: IWC Aquatimer Automatic

The IWC Aquatimer, founded originally as a line of Super Compressor-style watches in 1967, was a series of dive watches developed by IWC to cater to the growing hobby of recreational diving. The modern version continues to pay subtle homage towards its almost half-century history, along with its more contemporary features.

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Jul 24, 2016 by Caleb Anderson

Watch Insider’s Christmas List: 24 Gift Ideas for Watch Lovers

It’s the holiday season, and many of you are probably seeking out a watch as a gift for a loved one, or even as a year-end reward for yourself. In response to the many readers of my blog, Watch-Insider.com, asking me for recommendations, here are my personal selections of this year’s most gift-worthy watches.

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Dec 14, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch-Insider Asks: Which of These 5 Watches Would You Take to a Desert Island?

Stranded on a desert island? We offer 5 luxury watches to choose from as your "desert island" watch, with models from Panerai, Rolex, Blancpain, Cartier and Omega.

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Nov 30, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Speed Dreamin’: Testing the TAG Heuer Carrera 1887 (With Video)

Read the results of our comprehensive watch test of TAG Heuer's racing-inspired Carrera watch - the TAG Heuer Carrera 1887.

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Oct 22, 2015 by Jens Koch

Watch Insider Explains the Rado Hyperchrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer

Read this user-friendly guide to how the Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer works.

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Oct 8, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Close-Up: Cartier Calibre de Cartier Diver

WatchTime contributor gives you the scoop on Cartier's foray into the world of "real" sports watches, the Cartier Calibre de Cartier Diver.

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Aug 17, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider’s Top 10 Chronograph Watches: Are These The Best Chronographs?

For lovers of chronographs, read our WatchTime contributor's list of his personal choices - from brands like Breitling, Chopard, Jaeger LeCoultre, Patek Philippe and others - for the top chrono watches.

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Jun 6, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Watch Insider: 17 Ultra-Technical Timepieces

On my blog, Watch-Insider.com, I assembled this list of 17 “techie” watches, all released within the past few years, that have most fascinated me in the area of technical innovation and watchmaking prowess. This list of ultra-technical watches will be updated whenever we stumble upon a new extraordinary watch. Here are 17, with photos and...

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May 6, 2015 by Alexander Linz

Fratello Classics: The 5 Coolest Omega Constellation Watches

In this article from WT, our contributor reveals his five favorite Omega Constellation timepieces of all time, including the Omega Constellation Ref. 4365 SC "Grande Luxe" and the Omega Constellation Calendar Ref. 2943. Find out if your favorite made the list.

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Apr 22, 2015 by Robert-Jan Broer

Fratello Classics: 5 Vintage Watches For the Budget-Minded Aficionado

WatchTime contributor presents five vintage watches for collector's on a budget, including Seiko's 5 Sports Speed-Timer "Bullhead", Omega's Seamaster Chronostop and others.

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Apr 21, 2015 by Robert-Jan Broer

Watch Insider’s Top Ladies’ Watches: Are These the Best Ladies’ Watches of the Year?

Watchtime contributor focuses on his personal choices for the best watches for women, from luxury brands like Vacheron Constantin, Blancpain, Bulgari, Hermès and others.

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Apr 19, 2015 by Alexander Linz

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