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Watchonista was a guest at Leica’s annual special event, the Celebration of Photography, a three-day affair full of events, guest speakers, and tours.

This year’s Windup Watch Fair in New York City was the biggest one yet, and that couldn’t have happened without a few brands making their debut at the show. One of those brands, the Abingdon Company, made a large splash with their unique assortment of sports watches geared primarily towards a female clientele. And not […] The post Diving, Racing, and Flying with the Adventurous Watches of the Abingdon Company appeared first on Worn & Wound.

As of recent, watchmakers have been giving more attention to releasing models with the crown (and pushers) on the left side of the case rather than the right. But why has this just become a thing? Earlier this year, we saw Rolex, and quite ...

To date, I have only seen one meteorite dial in the metal. I instantly fell in love with the uneven and otherworldly texture of this foreign organic material. And although the meteorite traveled the universe for billions of years, it felt familiar. Perhaps it’s due to the fact that I’ve seen dozens of photos of […] Visit Introducing The Zodiac × Watches.com Super Sea Wolf Space Gray Meteorite to read the full article.

Ineichen, the fast-growing auction house based in Zurich, seems to have a thing for both modern, important watches as well as something that is dear to us, independent watchmaking. Following thematic sales focused on one specific material or an iconic watch celebrating its 50th anniversary, we’ve seen an October sale dedicated to tourbillons and skeletonization. Today, […]

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DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Ferdinand Berthoud knows a thing or two about overachievement. Brought back to life in 2015 by Chopard president Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, the brand needed just one year to win horology’s most coveted prize, the Aiguille d’Or. And as if that wasn’t impressive enough, Ferdinand Berthoud – named after the great 18th century horologist – went on [...] The post Review: The New Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB3 SPC appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

One of the rare watchmakers to claim its pride to be Chinese, Atelier Wen has been under our radar since its very inception. From the original watches with porcelain dials to the very successful sports watch earlier this year, the watchmaking company run by Frenchman Robin Tallendier has gained impressive traction. Today, it announces its […]

After the wildly successful launch of Atelier Wen’s first batch of their handmade guilloché-dialled Perception, the brand is collaborating with Austen Chu of Wristcheck and @horoloupe fame. Cased in a grade 5 titanium case and sporting a gorgeous jade green dial, the Atelier Wen Perception Wristcheck edition carries the “传承” name, which stands for “New … Continued The post Does the Atelier Wen Perception Wristcheck 传承 offer the most hypnotising dial of the year? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Does the Atelier Wen Perception Wristcheck 传承 offer the most hypnotising dial of the year? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

By Nancy Olson   Chopard has partnered with the Mille Miglia since 1988, and over the years has engaged its boundless imagination to create memorable timepieces in tribute to this classic car open-road race. This year’s limited edition Mille Miglia 2022 Race Edition chronograph collection comprises two 44mm variations: one is all stainless steel and… The post A Closer Look At Chopard’s Mille Miglia 2022 Race Edition Watches appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

It’s just an ideal pairing — my 1980s cricket jumper that I bought in Guildford, together with RJ’s 1977 Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz ref. 17013 in steel and gold. My word, what a perfect vintage set. Whoever still thinks that quartz watches have no soul, please look again. I like the watch because of its edgy […] Visit Trying On A 1977 Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz — Plus Zenith And Timex Team Up With Fashionable Non-Watch Partners to read the full article.

Mido, for quite many years, has been claiming to draw inspiration for the watch designs from the world of architecture, but the connection is only possible once you are an architect or a designer. Still, Mido produces good quality, good-looking watches with classical proportions, and its affordable and comprehensive offering is bound to be noticed […]

I know it seems early, but it will be December before you know it. If you wait too long, you might be too late to get something in time for the holidays. In this installment of Pre-Owned Spotlight, I’ve made a selection of pre-owned vintage and modern gold watches with a nod to the holidays. […] Visit Pre-Owned Spotlight: Gold Watches For The Holidays — Starting At Under $1,000 to read the full article.

Trafford are shaping up to be a brand who are impossible to pin down, but if their releases continue the trend of happy surprises then we can only hope that never stops. Their first watch was a chronograph dedicated to 20th Century racing drivers-turned-spies, and their second watch is this new Crossroads. Despite a British … Continued The post MICRO MONDAYS: The Trafford Watch Co. Crossroads appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post MICRO MONDAYS: The Trafford Watch Co. Crossroads appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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When Citizen introduced its first light-powered analog quartz watch in 1976, it’s doubtful that anyone foresaw just how vital the Eco-Drive line would still be for the brand today. Last year, Citizen resurrected its 1982 Promaster quartz dive watch and equipped it with a modern Eco-Drive caliber. Now, the brand has updated it with a […] Visit Introducing: The Citizen Promaster “Symbol Of The Seas” Limited Edition to read the full article.

Andersen Genève is one of those brands for those in the know. Its wrist-worn wares are classical takes on watchmaking seen through the eyes of Svend Andersen. The Danish emigre turns 80 this year, and it doesn’t seem to have put any dampers on his creativity. I have a feeling the Andersen Genève × Asprey […] Visit The Andersen Genève × Asprey “Heures Du Monde” Worldtimer — An Evocative Travel Companion to read the full article.

The Urwerk UR-120 is a thematic update for the UR-110 using what appears to be a very similar mechanism and dial layout. Even the case is generally the same. But while at first glance it shares much with the UR-110 in essence, when you start to compare the two this is a dramatically different watch, in particular when it gives you the Vulcan salute! The post Urwerk UR-120 ‘Spock’: It’s Great To Be A Nerd appeared first on Quill & Pad.

In the 1970s and '80s, a string of Omega De Ville releases took women's watch design to new heights. Here's why they were so groovy – and what watchmakers can learn from them today.