COSC chronometer

Showing at WTNY 2022: Norqain’s Wild One Collection Clad in Newly Developed Norteq Material

Swiss watch brand Norqain has built a strong reputation for itself in just four years since its debut. Joining its growing catalog is the newly introduced Wild One collection, which utilizes a novel carbon fiber composite material dubbed Norteq. Along with the experimental use of materials, the line offers a new case shape adding to the...

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Sep 21, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Tudor Drops Next Generation of the Pelagos with a Smaller Case Size

At the brink of fall, Tudor surprises with a new generation of the Pelagos diver’s watch. In order to create a more versatile timepiece with a unisex appeal and an elegant touch, the diameter for the latest model has been reduced to 39mm. Additionally, the Pelagos 39 has its entrance in a satin-brushed grade 2...

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Aug 30, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

A Resilient Companion: Formex Releases New Reef GMT Automatic Chronometer 300M Collection

Formex makes waves with a new GMT spring-off of its Reef collection of diver’s watches. Working to blend cool styling with rugged durability, the Reef GMT Automatic Chronometer 300M was created as an adventure-ready travel watch that can display three different time zones. As in previous models by the brand, the new design features the...

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Aug 22, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Pedal to the Metal: Chopard Releases Annual Edition of the Mille Miglia Race Edition

Chopard has been partnering with the legendary Mille Miglia classic-car race since 1988. To the delight of old timer and chronograph enthusiasts, the annual event is accompanied by a special edition limited to 1,000 timepieces in stainless steel. In addition, the watches feature a tachymeter scale and a C.O.S.C.-chronometer certificate for the proven precision of...

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Jul 11, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Mido Dives Deep With the Ocean Star 600 Chronometer Black DLC Special Edition

Mido is again pulling out all the stops with a diver’s watch that brings together great looks, focused functionality and C.O.S.C.-certified precision with a nice price tag, the Ocean Star 600 Chronometer Black DLC Special Edition. As the name suggests, its DCL coated case, which has a diameter of 43.5mm, is water resistant to 600...

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Jun 27, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Vintage Cosmic: Breitling Launches Limited Edition Navitimer Cosmonaute

Exactly 60 years ago, on May 24, astronaut Scott Carpenter wore a Navitimer Cosmonaute on board of the Aurora 7 spacecraft. This milestone in history marked also a premiere in the world of horology: the legendary timepiece was the first Swiss wristwatch that went to space. Honoring this anniversary, Breitling now launches a limited edition...

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May 26, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Celebrating 25 Years, Chopard Unveils the L.U.C Full Strike Sapphire

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the L.U.C collection, Chopard is presenting a top-notch minute repeater. Limited to five pieces, the grand complication is exceptional in many respects and marks a number of firsts in the world of high-end watches. First of all, the haute-horlogerie timepiece makes its appearance in a case made entirely...

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Apr 9, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Bringing the Air-King in the 2020s, Rolex Launches Its Latest at Watches & Wonders

Rolex presents a new generation of its Air-King at this year’s Watches & Wonders, with a completely redesigned case, including a crown guard. This is the first major update to the Air-King line since 2016, when at Baselworld of that year Rolex unveiled the familiar, green-accented dial configuration which now defines the series. Like on...

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Apr 6, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Unveiled in Gold at Watches & Wonders 2022: The Rolex Yacht-Master 42

Premiered in 1992, the Yacht-Master then, as now, is Rolex’s vision of a nautical watch. The last addition was introduced in 2019 in a new 42mm white gold case. The fleet is now joined by a yellow gold execution. The new version, like the original model, is distinguished by a bidirectional rotatable bezel fitted with...

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Mar 31, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Chopard Introduces the Alpine Eagle Flying Tourbillon at Watches & Wonders 2022

With the Alpine Eagle Flying Tourbillon, the Swiss manufacture Chopard, which celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, opens a new chapter in its luxury sports watch line first presented in 2019. The collection, inspired by the beauty of the Swiss Alps and its majestic inhabitant, the mountain eagle, also introduced a new stainless-steel alloy that...

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Mar 31, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

The Rolex GMT-Master II Takes Off With New Bezel and Case Design at Watches & Wonders 2022

With its crown and crown guard positioned on the left side of the case and a new green and black ceramic bezel, the latest version of the GMT-Master II is probably the biggest surprise of all Rolex releases at this year’s Watches & Wonders. As is de rigueur for the Swiss brand, the moulded, recessed...

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Mar 30, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

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