The Latest News About Watches

Do you consider yourself a collector? For years GaryG resisted the label, however, he slowly tipped over into having, for lack of a better term, a watch collection. Here Gary shares what collecting means to him. The post What Being a Watch Collector Means to Me – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Each and every we serve up a selection of watches based on a common feature in our Buying Guide, and this week is no different. But instead of looking at elements such as colour, size, material or even type of watch (dress, sports, pilot, diver, etc.), we take a more technical approach for this instalment. […]

The movement is one of the most crucial and costly parts of a mechanical watch. No wonder, then, that it is often used to judge a watch’s quality and value proposition. But aside from comparing watches with the same or similar movements, how do we judge them? Sometimes we go by proxies, such as “in-house […] Visit Tough Question: What Makes A Mechanical Watch Movement Good Or Bad? to read the full article.

In this edition of our weekly Sunday Morning Showdown, we’re pitting two watches from the same model but in different executions against each other. They’re both modern versions of the most iconic diver’s watch in the world, the Rolex Submariner. Today, it’s a full stainless steel Submariner Date (ref. 126610LN) versus the one in the […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: The Current Steel Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 126610LN Vs. Two-Tone Ref. 126613LB to read the full article.

If cases get too little attention from watch collectors, GaryG feels that the straps and bracelets that turn a timepiece into a wristwatch seem to get even less. And of late, especially with the controversy surrounding the introduction of the “integrated” bracelet of A. Lange & Söhne’s Odysseus, he has been pondering metal watch bracelets and what makes them so special. The post Heavy Metal: Great (and Not so Great) Watch Bracelets – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Maen collaborates with watch YouTube's most famous pair of hands on a limited edition Skymaster 38 MKIII The post A brown Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is a first collaborative effort for Watchfinder appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post A brown Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is a first collaborative effort for Watchfinder appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

The Romain Gauthier Prestige HM is a rare instance of a creator finding his voice on the first attempt. Even through the lens of 17 years of the brand’s evolution, the Prestige HM remains immediately recognizable as a product of the engineer-turned-entrepreneur whose name it bears. The post Romain Gauthier Prestige HM: An Impressive Debut that Launched the Brand appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Like competing watch models, it can be a challenge to compare two very similar vehicles – close prices, similar intent and function, roughly equivalent prestige and performance, etc. And, like watches, the real differences often become more apparent on closer inspection. Take an inside look for yourself!

“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to be digging on this week. We love gear. Share your […] The post Watches, Stories, & Gear: An Aston Martin Hypercar, a New Season of True Detective, and U2 at the Sphere appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Laguna Seca Raceway had some of the rarest and most unexpected cars in the world, but there were plenty of unexpected watches too.

The theme of many of this week's releases is a return to more vintage proportions... But those with more substantial wrists need not worry, either. The post New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors NOMOS Glashütte releases 3 new dial variants of the Club Sport Neomatik in a new 39mm case. The new dial colors are just in time for fall, and come in tabac (dark brown), ember (gold beige) and smoke (light gray). Press release with commentary in italics. New: NOMOS Glashütte Club Sport Neomatik 39 The NOMOS Glashütte Club [...] The post New: NOMOS Glashütte Club Sport Neomatik 39 appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

As the horological world eagerly awaits WatchTime New York 2023, now less than two weeks away, a few names stand out as rare icons to join the show. Among them is undoubtedly the Finnish independent watchmaker Kari Voutilainen, who will once ...

Watches are big business, and despite periodic highs and lows, the industry is estimated to wind up 2023 at nearly US$100 billion. Naturally, competition is fierce, and brands are always looking for new ways to stand out from the crowd. Of course, this can happen when you release a great product, but getting consumers’ attention … Continued The post The future of luxury watch marketing is 3D appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The future of luxury watch marketing is 3D appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

While considering his 2022 Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève predictions, Joshua Munchow rediscovered the Tudor Pelagos, specifically the Pelagos FXD, a very practical and attractive watch. And it has caused him to reevaluate his position on Tudor and thinks that this one would look pretty darn good on his wrist. The post Tudor Pelagos FXD: Better than the Black Bay? – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

In May 2022, 168 pieces of the over-600-strong OAK Collection — a bewildering, one-of-a-kind collection that reflects French businessman Patrick Getreide’s 40-year horological passion — were presented for all to see at the British Design Museum in London. It was quite the event with around 700 watch business VIPs, fellow collectors, and press coming in […] Visit The OAK Collection Comes Up For Auction: Is The Unique Patek Philippe Nautilus Quartz Watch Also Up For Grabs? to read the full article.

Throughout history, Porsche and TAG Heuer have crossed paths on many occasions. This has led to a long and extensive partnership of the two legendary manufacturers, with watches and timekeeping on one end, and high-performance sports and racing cars on the other. Not only do the two brands share history on-track but also off-track, with […]

It seems that they’ll let anyone in here, even a vintage curmudgeon like me! That’s right, it’s my turn to pick four watches under €5,000. It’s a challenge because many of my teammates have already chosen and I’m only allowed to pick one pre-owned piece. Tough work indeed, but I’m ready to bring you options […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches Under €5,000 — Mike’s Picks From Seiko, Nomos, And Breitling to read the full article.

Yamazaki 12-Year-Old from Japan is a whisky that Ken Gargett has loved every time he has had the chance to try it. The bottle he sampled for this piece was actually one from the back of his cupboard, which he has been sitting on for far too long. When a mate saw it, he implored him not to open it. But Ken of course did and shares the experience with us here. The post Yamazaki 12-Year-Old Japanese Whisky: Why Pricing has Gone Through the Roof – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.