Special Edition Watches

“Yaaaay!”: Oris Launches Special ProPilot X Edition With Kermit the Frog

“Life’s like a movie. Write your own ending.” Jim Henson’s Kermit the Frog has been cheering us up with life lessons and advice since he first hit the big screen in 1955. An ambassador of peace, love, and joy, The Muppet Show’s friendly character’s messages are always about having a good time with friends and...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Sponsored: Gerald Charles Introduces Maestro 9.0 Tourbillon

Introducing a new age of technical aestheticism, Gerald Charles debuts its Maestro 9.0 Tourbillon. With a unique design created with the expert oversight of the brand’s creative director, Octavio Garcia, the timepiece is a return to the original Maestro flying tourbillon released in 2005. Taking hints from the brand’s rich history, the new release is...

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Mar 21, 2023 by WatchTime

Watches and Wonders 2023: Chopard Unveils Alpine Eagle 41 XPS

Chopard’s Alpine Eagle is one of the most coveted luxury sport watches of our time. It combines contemporary sporty-chic and pure design with sophisticated genuine L.U.C calibers from the Chopard Manufacture. After a flyback chronograph movement, a high-frequency caliber and a flying tourbillon, Chopard now adds an ultra-thin model with a case height of a...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Watches and Wonders 2023: Montblanc Secret Minerva Monopusher Chronograph Limited Edition

Last year, Montblanc introduced the limited edition Unveiled Secret Minerva Monopusher Chronograph in 2022 in lime gold (18 pieces) and stainless steel (58 pieces). Following suit this year, the brand introduced a new execution of this chronograph with column wheel and horizontal clutch presented in a 43mm steel case with a special finishing technique to...

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Mar 27, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

On the Upswing of History: Junghans Presents Meister Pilot Chronoscope

The new Meister Pilot Chronoscope follows the success of a pilot’s chronograph from Junghans that the German Bundeswehr equipped their pilots with in the 1950s. In the days before GPS positioning and autopilot, mechanical watches were indispensable for navigation. This instrument-like timepiece was powered by the very precise and reliable J88 caliber. With great attention...

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Mar 24, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Breitling Introduces Top Time B01 Ford Thunderbird

Breitling’s automotive racing team welcomes its newest member: the Top Time B01 Ford Thunderbird. It is the fourth model to join the 1960s-inspired Top Time Classic Cars collection. With its prominent tail fin, rock-solid construction, and luxury features, the Ford Thunderbird, first unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in 1954, made automotive history. The convertible...

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Mar 21, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Beware! G-Shock Releases New Frogman Timepiece

Mother Nature has long been an inspiration in the world of watches. The same rings true for animals and their habitats. A frog, however, is a rather unusual creature to be associated with a timepiece, especially the poison dart frog, a rare species found in the Amazon region of South America. Well, Casio G-Shock is...

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Mar 14, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

An Elegant New Travel Companion: The Frederique Constant Highlife Worldtimer

First released in 1999 and then re-introduced in 2020, Frederique Constant’s Highlife collection embodies the values that have contributed to the Maison’s success: a refined design, Swiss high-end watchmaking, and an attractive price point. Now this highly contemporary watch family is being further expanded to include two timepieces with a world time function. This sophisticated...

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Mar 13, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

MeisterSinger Introduces Colorful Limited Edition of Pangaea Day Date

MeisterSinger offers an eye-catching twist on its Pangaea Day Date single-hand timepiece that displays the day and the date with open rings placed in the center of the dial. This cool approach has earned the timepiece several accolades, such as the Red Dot Award, the German Design Award, and the Good Design Award. Limited to...

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Mar 3, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Meet the Tokyo Lion: Grand Seiko Reveals Spring Drive Chronograph GMT

In 2019, Grand Seiko introduced a new sports watch design inspired by the lion, which has been a symbol for the technical prowess of the brand since its introduction in 1960. Now the Japanese luxury brands adds a new member to the collection, the Spring Drive Chronograph GMT. With its sharp, angular edges and bold...

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Mar 2, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Beautifully Blue: Nomos Glashütte Introduces New Tangente Neomatik Models

Nomos Glashütte continues the success story of the Tangente Neomatik with the new Tangente Neomatik Blue Gold that is available in two separate size options. The watch features a blue dial with a distinct shimmer along with its signature slim case design available in a 35mm or 39mm in diameter. The new blue sunray-finished dial...

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Mar 1, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Gold All Over: Mühle-Glashütte Launches Special Edition of Teutonia IV Moon Phase

With a 750 yellow gold version of the Teutonia IV Moon Phase limited to only 100 pieces, family-owned company Mühle-Glashütte literally created shining moments at this year’s Inhorgenta Munich. The case has a moderate diameter of 41mm and is water-resistant to 100 meters. It features a matte black dial with applied, gold-plated indices and lancet-shaped...

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Feb 28, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

International Highlights on Display at the Inhorgenta Munich Trade Show

Inhorgenta Munich 2023 will open its doors to industry professionals this weekend from February 24 to 27. Around 800 exhibitors will showcase their latest in jewelry, watches, and gemstones. Although the event is best known as a platform for jewelry and jewelry design, it has also become increasingly important in regards to watches in recent...

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Feb 24, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Laco Launches Limited Edition Augsburg and Aachen Polar Models

Southern German watch manufacturer Laco, based in the “gold city” of Pforzheim, is launching two proverbially cool versions of its classic pilot’s watches positioned in the entry segment. Limited to 250 pieces each, the Augsburg Polar and Aachen Polar models feature a dial with shimmering metallic indexes against a polar-white background. Depending on the incidence...

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Feb 24, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Life is Colorful: Louis Erard Expands Excellence Petite Seconde Collection

Swiss boutique brand Louis Erard extends the range of one of the flagship models of its Excellence collection, the Petite Seconde, with three cool colorways: midnight blue, purple and ice blue. The three-hand timepieces are presented in a new 39mm steel case and attached to color-coordinated leather straps. Dubbed the Petite Seconde Violette, Bleu Glacier...

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Feb 23, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Traveling Back in Time: Longines Launches Re-edition of Majetek Pilot’s Watch

Longines kicks off the new watch year with a jewel from its past. The Longines Pilot Majetek is a faithful re-edition of a model that took first to the skies in 1935. Although geared to the needs of professional aviators, this timepiece ultimately attracted a wider customer base looking for a reliable, precise, and easy-to-read...

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Feb 22, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Seiko Introduces Three New King Seiko Models, Plus a Special Edition

Continuing its celebration of 110 years of wristwatchmaking, Seiko is introducing three new King Seiko executions and a special edition. In 1913, Kintaro Hattori introduced the first Japanese wristwatch christened the “Laurel”. The traditional brand announced earlier this year that 2023 will see a host of special edition timepieces commemorating this milestone event. With its...

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Feb 20, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Grand Seiko Introduces Commemorative Edition With a Urushi Dial and Maki-e Indexes

Traditional Japanese craftsmanship meets horological prowess in Grand Seiko’s latest limited edition, ref. SBGW295. The watch is a faithful recreation of the first Grand Seiko that premiered in 1960. It features a magnificent urushi dial made from Japanese lacquer and enhanced with iron in order to achieve its immaculate pitch-black hue. A piece of art,...

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Feb 15, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Jaw-Dropping: Bell & Ross Introduces BR 01 Cyber Skull Bronze with Automaton Function

The skull has long been a popular motif in art, pointing to the transience of life. It is also an inspiration in the world of fine watchmaking, which some brands bring to life with great attention to detail. The latest example is the BR 01 Cyber Skull Bronze from Bell & Ross. Limited to 500...

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Feb 10, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Commemorating the Queen of the Skies: Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Boeing 747

As the last of the legendary 747 rolls off the production line at Boeing, Breitling is launching a limited-edition Navitimer celebrating this “queen of the skies” that once revolutionized air travel. From the moment it first taxied onto the runway in 1969, the Boeing 747 was destined to change the face of air travel. The original...

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Feb 6, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Audemars Piguet Surprises With Turquoise Dial for Royal Oak Automatic 37 mm

Audemars Piguet introduced a new unisex variant of its Royal Oak Automatic 37 mm, entirely clad in yellow gold and equipped with a watch face made from natural turquoise. Sourced from Mexico, this colorful gem undergoes a complex processing procedure before it is used as a dial. As all the gems are different, each of...

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Feb 3, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

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