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DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Longines pays homage to the brand’s celebrated 1959 diving watch with a new release of the Legend Diver 59. Press Release with commentary in italics. New: Longines Legend Diver 59 The Longines Legend Diver 59 Ref. L3.795.4.59.9 retails at CHF 3,400 / SGD 5,200. Prices are inclusive of tax. Commentary A tribute watch to the [...] The post New: Longines Legend Diver 59 appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

After moving on from its space-themed watches, Awake – the French indie brand founded by Lilian Thibault in 2019 – celebrated its fifth anniversary with the Son Mai, a permanent collection built around craftsmanship. The collection, which features richly decorated dials created using the ancient Vietnamese lacquering technique of Son Mai, now grows with the […]

We’ve been following Awake since well before the 2024 introduction of its Sơn Mài collection. The watches, which feature painstakingly layered Vietnamese lacquer over silver leaf, have vaulted the brand into new territory. Each release is greeted with fervor from fans, and the limited editions frequently sell out quickly. Until now, the watches have featured […] Visit Introducing: The New, Smaller Awake Sơn Mài Guilloché Main Lineup to read the full article.

Three new watches, in a new case, and with a new logo.

Awake refreshes its excellent Sơn Mài with a newly refined case, and a trio of incredibl, celestially-inspired guilloché dialsThe post Awake unveils a subtle refresh to the Sơn Mài, alongside a trio of stunning guilloché dials appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Netherlands is not exactly known as a traditional watchmaking powerhouse. This is a small country of people practical by nature and generally not inclined toward excessive displays of luxury. Over the years, though, several Dutch watch brands have built impressive international reputations. Names like Christiaan van der Klaauw, Grönefeld, and Holthinrichs immediately come to […] Visit Hands-On With The Sero Silver Signature to read the full article.

We said it plainly in 2024 that Auer's Amandes Princesses are the world's best chocolate-covered almonds. We stand by every word we wrote. But the world has a way of quietly reshuffling its hierarchy when you are not looking, and this year's extended stay in Genève for Watches and Wonders 2026 handed us an experience that demands a revision.

If you have been following French watchmaking lately, chances are you have come across Charlie Paris already. They have a promising catalogue of everyday mechanical watches that do not get too expensive. The brand’s line-up today covers everything from the sporty and travel-ready Concordia GMT Automatic to more classic designs such as the Initial Collection. […]

When something happened way over half a century ago, it is now time to forgive and embrace. Not to forgive and forget, mind you, but forgive and embrace. With the introduction of the Astron in 1969, Seiko set something in motion that shook the traditional Swiss watch industry to its core. Its existence was in […] Visit “Quartz” Is No Longer A Dirty Word — All Is Forgiven, And It’s Time To Embrace The Battery Or The Solar Cell to read the full article.

Deceptive, seemingly simple dial additions may not only perfectly “complete” the heritage-inspired design of the fabled Deep Raider dive watch, but they may also set the stage for the ongoing rebirth of the 289-year-old watchmaker.

When you are a historic watchmaker like Favre Leuba, you can go back to the archives and return with a slice of the past and new ideas. That is exactly what happened with the Deep Blue, the brand’s six-decade-old dive watch known for its crosshair dial and 200m water-resistance. Stylish and genuinely capable at the […]

While we often publish articles in our Industry News section, those are mostly focused on the financial results of Swiss and/or European brands and groups, by looking at major actors such as the Swatch Group, Richemont or LVMH, the exports of Swiss Watches, or estimated rankings by Vontobel and Morgan Stanley/LuxeConsult. What we have never […]

When we write about watches at Fratello, we typically have three levels of engagement with the product. First, we have our basic introduction articles, for which we base our writing solely on press materials, keeping it brief and factual. Second, we have our hands-on reviews, which allow us to spend time with the watch before […] Visit Experiencing The A. Lange & Söhne Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold At The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este to read the full article.

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We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jean-Marie Schaller, the owner and creative force behind Louis Moinet. Jean-Marie passed away peacefully on May 16th at the age of 66. I wanted to share a few personal words about Jean-Marie because he was someone I came to know not only through watches but […] Visit Remembering Jean-Marie Schaller, One Of Watchmaking’s Brightest Characters to read the full article.

The hype started immediately. Just a little over a week ago, Audemars Piguet and Swatch began teasing the unthinkable: a collaboration. Well, not just a collab, it quickly became clear that this would be another bioceramic recreation, of sorts, of an iconic watch. Named “Royal Pop,” thus evoking the most Veblen of watches, the Royal […] The post Damaged Goods: the Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Oak Debacle appeared first on Worn & Wound.

In the quiet halls of the Louvre, history rarely feels distant. Stone figures carved thousands of years ago still project authority, grace and power with astonishing immediacy. Standing before them, you sense not only the greatness of lost civilizations, but also the enduring ability of human hands to create something that transcends time. That is… The post Vacheron Constantin And The Louvre Bring More Great Civilizations To Life appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

The brand founded by legendary designer Mr. Gerald Genta offered a U.S. first look at new and rare pieces in the Watches of Switzerland SoHo store.

Created by Japanese independent watchmaker Hajime Asaoka, a man capable of creating superb watches and movements, Kurono Tokyo aims to apply his design language to a more accessible price range. While the entire production of the brand is limited and relatively difficult to obtain, the “special projects” collection adds a sense of exclusivity through the […]

In their stated mission to prove that Chinese craftsmanship and artisanship can be worthy of attention usually reserved for European brands, French-Chinese watchmakers Atelier Wen have consistently put out intriguing pieces since their debut in 2017. Next on that growing list is the Perception V3, which builds on the reputation for hand-crafted horology that came […] The post Atelier Wen Introduces the Perception V3 in a Trio of Dial Colors appeared first on Worn & Wound.