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Readers, we’re here. Watches & Wonders is later this month, which means we are fully entrenched in new release season. We’ve seen some big news come across our desks since the beginning of the year, but if recent patterns hold, we can expect a flurry of activity from brands that do not participate in the […] The post Tissot Adds a Blue Panda Dial to the PRX Chronograph Lineup, Plus a Rubber Strap for the PRX Powermatic 80 is Finally Here appeared first on Worn & Wound.

The Longines ref. 5411 “Tuxedo” totally surprised me. It is as tiny as a piece of candy, but it feels robust, just like any of your Submariners.   I bet 99% of watch collectors would never pack a 31mm Longines ref. 5411 on a vacation to an island in the Mediterranean Sea. First of all, […] Visit #TBT Unexpected Vacay Mode With The Longines Ref. 5411 “Tuxedo” to read the full article.

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 RM 07-04 Automatic Sport is elegantly slim, colorful, and COMPLICATED. Hooray!

In 1996, Cartier the unrivalled King of Elegance, introduced the Tank Francaise, the first Tank with an integrated bracelet design which had gradually been gaining traction since the 1970s. It took the classicism of form from its icon of icons, the Tank, and married it with a bracelet that was at once masculine in its […] The post First Look: The Brand New Cartier Tank Francaise is a Paragon of Sports Chicness appeared first on Revolution.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Small independent watchmaker Ollech & Wajs from Zurich introduces their new triple register chronograph, inspired by their 1967 watch. Press Release details with commentary in italics. New: Ollech & Wajs OW Astrochron S The new Ollech & Wajs OW Astrochron S will retail at CHF 2,496. The first 56 numbered pieces will be avaiable for [...] The post New: Ollech & Wajs OW Astrochron S appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT finally acknowledges travel as part of a luxury lifestyle. The latest Riviera wave dial is stunning in either silver or blue. It’s powered by an ETA 2893-2 base movement. The Baume & Mercier Riviera has always been a lifestyle compliment, ever since its release in 1973. When the luxury … Continued The post INTRODUCING: The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post INTRODUCING: The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Over the last few years, elastic watch straps have gained mass popularity. They are available in almost every color imaginable and can be snapped up from several different sellers. Prices range from just a couple of bucks up to just below a hundred euros. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you own one […] Visit NDC Straps — The Story Behind The Original Marine Nationale Parachute Elastic Strap to read the full article.

Not since the introduction of the Jackpot Tourbillon (by Girard-Perregaux, 2007) had the music of Viva Las Vegas (by Dead Kennedys, 1980) played so loud in my head. No matter what you think of gambling, the Casino Tourbillon from the king of watchmaking extravaganza will make you want to try your luck at least once. […]

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Clocks come in all shapes and sizes: table clocks, wall clocks, desk clocks, pendulum clocks, longcase clocks, and marine chronometers. Here Thomas Brechtel makes the case for why you should consider a clock and highlights the work of Naesche clocks. The post In Praise Of Clocks As Both A Precision Instrument And A Roommate: Highlighting Naeschke Clocks From Germany appeared first on Quill & Pad.

After years of consideration, Bhanu Chopra took the plunge and bought both a Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 mm and a Submariner Reference 114060. And less than 24 hours after finally taking ownership of them, Rolex discontinued both watches! Here he shares the story of how it all went down. Spoiler alert: he couldn't be happier! The post Why I Bought It (The Day Before It Was Discontinued): Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 With White Dial Reference 114300 – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Until 2014, I didn’t own any Seiko watches. That might not mean anything, but I had been into watches since the mid-1990s. It was my colleague Mike Stockton who “influenced” me to buy several Seikos in 2014 (after he joined) due to his articles. I was very comfortable spending a few hundred euros on a […] Visit Fratello Editors Share Their Seiko Stories: How RJ’s Marinemaster SBDX001 Changed His View On Seiko to read the full article.

As the leading global luxury goods emporium, Louis Vuitton knows a thing or two about winning design and contemporary trends. The recent appointment of Pharrell Williams as its men’s creative director speaks volumes about its vision of bringing a younger, hipper aesthetic to the Maison. Watchmaking, which became part of LV’s product portfolio in 2002 […]

With Cartier’s massive resurgence from the auction block to celebrity wrists, rectangular cool is back. And the same goes for the flippable magic of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Reverso. With the wide selection of Cartier and the JLC Reverso range, a big choice is yours for taking within the ranks of the two dominant brands. But look deeper, […] Visit Alternative Rectangular Chic — Five Great Options From Oris, Girard-Perregaux, Longines, And More to read the full article.

Daan, Nacho, and RJ talk about traveling with their watches in this podcast. Being watch journalists, we travel a lot and often want to bring more than one watch. But with Switzerland as the main destination, it’s not as easy as you think. You need to be mindful of customs and the fact that they […] Visit Fratello Talks: How To Travel With Your Watches to read the full article.

It’s funny to think that there was a point in time where a turning bezel was a major selling point, but by 1960 a dive watch with a rotating bezel hadn’t even existed for more than seven years. Embracing some of the quirkier elements of midcentury design and marrying them with modern style, the Certina … Continued The post INTRODUCING: The Certina DS-2 Turning Bezel is a cushion-cased diver with a touch of retro flair appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post INTRODUCING: The Certina DS-2 Turning Bezel is a cushion-cased diver with a touch of retro flair appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

The Timex Marlin at its core, is a dress watch. I’m referring to the first Marlin that comes to mind when you think of this particular model. You know, the one with the 34mm case, hour numerals using a vintage typeface, and an accompanying faux-gator leather strap. Believe it or not, this style of watch […] The post The Timex Marlin Automatic Sub-Dial Kicks it into Sport Mode appeared first on Worn & Wound.