Skeletonized Watches

Sartorial & Skeletonized: The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Skeleton

This article was originally published in the September/October 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. Under Guido Terreni, Parmigiani Fleurier has made brisk strides from a niche, slightly patrician enthusiast brand to one of the most interesting and dynamic names out there with the Tonda PF collection. Terreni had already demonstrated his talent at Bulgari with...

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Nov 17, 2023 by Bilal Khan

Sponsored: Hands-on with the Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar

Glashütte Original, the German luxury watchmaker, has consistently delivered exceptional timepieces— through its creations bringing together a balanced combination of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Among its distinguished mechanical offerings, the Senator Excellence line stands out, representing a modern generation of timeless classics. In the spotlight now are four new variants: two Perpetual Calendar models,...

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Dec 7, 2023 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2023: Gerald Charles Maestro 8.0 Squelette

Prepare to immerse yourself in the world of horology at WatchTime New York 2023. Hosted at Manhattan’s iconic Gotham Hall from October 20th to 22nd, this exceptional event promises watch enthusiasts a captivating experience— featuring brand presentations, insightful industry panel discussions, and hands-on exploration opportunities with many of the world’s most impressive watchmakers. This year...

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Oct 11, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Showing at WatchTime New York 2023: Norqain Wild One Skeleton Turquoise

Norqain this year will once again return to WatchTime New York, with the young Swiss brand poised to showcase their most important and interesting models of the year. Among them, the brand will highlight the Wild One Skeleton Turquoise, a fresh-faced member of the brand’s Independence collection that makes use of bright details, a carbon...

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Oct 5, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Sponsored: A Durable Style – Meet the Victorinox I.N.O.X. Chrono

Since its founding in 1884, Victorinox has been a steady champion of utility-driven style. From its now-iconic Swiss Army Knife, the brand has garnered a wide renown for reliable functionality in its products, with its modern collection of timepieces carrying that legacy forward. In the brand’s latest, the new I.N.O.X. Chrono, we see a continuation...

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Dec 1, 2023 by WatchTime

Showing at WatchTime New York 2023: Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Sapphire

Chopard, a name synonymous with elegance and precision in jewelry and watches, has once again pushed the boundaries of horological excellence with its latest creation, the L.U.C Full Strike Sapphire. As a brand known for its commitment to its craft, Chopard’s L.U.C collection in particular embodies the fusion of tradition and innovation in watchmaking, with...

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Sep 27, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Oval, Light, and Resilient: Meet the New Rado DiaStar Original Skeleton

A year ago, Rado celebrated a significant anniversary. The brand’s DiaStar, the first scratch-resistant wristwatch with a sapphire cover glass when it appeared in 1962, turned 60. To mark the occasion, the brand launched a duo of special designs. And like one those anniversary watches, which was designed by Swiss designer Alfredo Häberli, the new...

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Aug 17, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Cycling Challenge: Norqain Launches Wild One Tortour Limited Edition

As official timekeeper at the Tortour cycling event, Norqain launches the limited Wild One Tortour timepiece. Tortour, a pun of German Tortur meaning “torture,” is a 1,000k bike race in Switzerland, which is the world’s largest non-stop cycling event. The first riders set off from the start/finish line in Küsnacht on the banks of Lake...

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Aug 15, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Ulysse Nardin Wows With Blast Tourbillon Blue & Gold

Ulysse Nardin introduces a new execution of its Blast Tourbillon timepiece. Clad in rose gold combined with blue PVD coated titanium, it marks a premiere in this high-horology watch family. The Blast Tourbillon Blue & Gold is powered by the UN-172 manufacture caliber with an automatic silicium flying tourbillon and a power reserve of three...

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Mar 8, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Hublot Introduces Third Collab with Save Our Rhino Africa via Big Bang Unico SORAI

Hublot recently introduced its third collaboration with Save Our Rhino Africa India (SORAI), an organization working to protect rhinos threatened with extinction from poachers. SORAI was founded by Hublot brand ambassador Kevin Pietersen, and the partnership naturally took shape with its first collaborative timepiece released in 2019, and its second in 2021. The new Big...

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Feb 20, 2023 by Caleb Anderson

Craftsmanship With Sportiness: Meet the Ulysse Nardin Diver X Skeleton White

With Ulysse Nardin‘s latest execution of the Diver X Skeleton, the time-honored Swiss manufacture introduces a robust yet highly stylish diver’s watch that showcases technical prowess and sporty chic. Its titanium case measures 44mm in diameter and is water-resistant to 200 meters. The case houses a genuine movement with a skeletonized design in the shape...

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Jan 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Denim Blue: Mido Introduces New Variant of Commander Gradient

Mido— a brand well versed in the art of displaying the beautiful inner workings of a Swiss mechanical movement— is now adding a new execution to its Commander Collection. As its name suggests, the latest Commander Gradient is equipped with a dial that features a color gradient, a quality that is very much en vogue...

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Jun 20, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Colorful Sophistication: Breguet Releases a New Variant of Tradition Quantième Rétrograde

The esteemed Swiss manufacture Breguet this month now presents a twist on their Tradition Quantième Rétrogade, offering a picture-perfect example from the brand. Marked by its resolutely modern style, the look is created by the bold contrast between the blue off-center subdial for the time indication and the likewise blue retrograde date display with the...

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May 27, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Architectural Inspiration: Mido Introduces the Multifort Skeleton Vertigo

The architecture of the famous Harbour Bridge in Sydney serves as a source of inspiration for Mido’s Multifort collection. Both icons were created at the same time, in the 1930s. In this spirit, the new Multifort Skeleton highlights the beauty of the individual elements by putting them into the spotlight. Its finely skeletonized plate that...

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Apr 26, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler