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It has been great to read about the exciting and personal experiences that my Fratello colleagues have had with Seiko. Reading about Fratello founder RJ’s journey with the Seiko Marinemaster and how it changed his views on the brand reveals something fundamental about our hobby. The way that our tastes and opinions about watches shift […] Visit Fratello Editors Share Their Seiko Stories: How Working In Myanmar With A Seiko 5 SNZG11J1 Shifted Henry’s View On Wearing Time to read the full article.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin reference 4300V was first released in an all-gold version including a matching bracelet during Watches & Wonders 2020 in the midst of the pandemic and only in 18K pink gold. Later, it made its appearance in 18K white gold becoming one of the most understated and under-the-radar luxury watches from Vacheron Constantin that I personally lust for and love.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin reference 4300V was first released in an all-gold version including a matching bracelet during Watches & Wonders 2020 in the midst of the pandemic and only in 18K pink gold. Later, it made its appearance in 18K white gold becoming one of the most understated and under-the-radar luxury watches from Vacheron Constantin that I personally lust for and love.

This is one for the “better late than never” file. Last week, Kurono Tokyo launched their latest collection of watches, a series of four sector dials that quickly sold out after being made available on Friday morning. These watches, sized at just 34mm, are part of the “Special Projects” series that Kurono has undertaken, which […] The post Kurono Tokyo Goes Small with Four New Limited Edition Watches appeared first on Worn & Wound.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors In 2020, the world bore witness to something off the beaten path from Grand Seiko: an openworked, concept movement which incorporates a constant-force mechanism and a tourbillon as one unit on a single axis. This was the T0 Constant-force Tourbillon concept movement. While impressive, the T0 was an uncased, unwearable movement; it was not a [...] The post Review: The New Grand Seiko Kodo Constant-force Tourbillon SLGT003 appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

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 ...

When Fortis introduced the Flieger collection in 2020, it offered classic Flieger DNA with various complications. Three-hand automatic, chronograph, and Triple-GMT options ensured there was something for everyone, whatever your tastes. For me, the collection is classic Fortis. Fortis managed to combine the Flieger concept with its signature tool-watch aesthetic. The resulting watches were a […] Visit Fortis Refreshes Its Flieger Collections For 2023 With Beautiful New Colorways to read the full article.

If you’re into watches and regularly scroll watch content on social media, the name George Bamford should be very familiar. A pioneer in the customisation of luxury watches, Bamford now promotes his own exclusive portfolio of models under his second brand, Bamford London. Naturally, collaborations and unique creations will always remain central in his creative […]

Nivada Grenchen has enjoyed an inspiring renaissance under Guillaume Laidet’s leadership ever since their revival, and there’s been no shortage of amazing releases, both limited and non-limited in nature. There was, of course, the whimsical, yet somewhat dystopian Chaosmasters series we brought you with the help of seconde/seconde/, though today’s release leans more towards the … Continued The post INTRODUCING: The Nivada Grenchen Racing Chronograph for Fratello appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post INTRODUCING: The Nivada Grenchen Racing Chronograph for Fratello appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

We’re beyond excited to introduce the Fratello × Nivada Grenchen Racing Chronograph, an electrifying new collaboration! For one week only, we will have 50 pieces available exclusively in the Fratello Shop at an early-bird price of €1,499. The week-long pre-order period will be open from Monday, March 20th at 4:00 PM CET to Sunday, March […] Visit Introducing: The Fratello × Nivada Grenchen Racing Chronograph to read the full article.

We hear all the time about retailers adding space to their stores, adding boutiques and free-standing brand-specific stores, but this one is a first. Stephen Silver has leased all of the space in the newly built $100+ million Silicon Valley complex in Menlo Park, CA, that he plans to lease to brands that can fulfill… The post Stephen Silver Leases Entire Middle Plaza Mall appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

While the very first marine chronometers do possess a certain kind of beauty, they were more form follows function. They now have taken on a different role in the maritime industry, as with wristwatches, beauty has become increasingly important. This is why Wempe teamed up with renowned ship designer Tim Heywood. The post Wempe’s Stunning Marine Chronometers By Tim Heywood: A Contemporary Spin On What Was Once A Military Secret appeared first on Quill & Pad.

I was looking for a watch that I shall not mention in the Fratello safe, but instead, I stumbled upon some watches that I liked but had doubts about when I first saw them last spring. My eyes fell on three versions of the Oris ProPilot X Calibre 400, neatly tucked away side by side in […] Visit Does It Look Like It’s Going To Be A Monday Morning On Autopilot? In That Case, Wear A Colorful Oris ProPilot X Calibre 400 to read the full article.

Mechanical watches have long lost their status as essential instruments, becoming emotional items that can say a lot about the owner. It’s all about the passion, the romantic feel to have a mechanical object rather than looking at the time on a phone… For this reason, the customisation of watches, the ability to create a […]

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This may be the first time that I’m recommending a watch that you will never wear yourself, but the target demographic for Blok Watches don’t tend to do their own shopping. To put it simply, Blok make watches for children. There may not be any shortage of small quartz watches out there to fill stockings, … Continued The post MICRO MONDAYS: Blok Watches make a tough watch specially designed for kids appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post MICRO MONDAYS: Blok Watches make a tough watch specially designed for kids appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

We’re back with another review of a vintage Japanese watch, and this time, the King Seiko 4420-9990 is in focus. This is a neat reference, and I’m happy to share two examples that, like Voltron, will hopefully come together to make one lovely example. Or will they? In 2022, I decided it was finally time […] Visit The Vintage King Seiko 4420-9990 Is A Grand Seiko In Disguise to read the full article.

Every (okay, not every) watch at the Oscars, all at once.