The Latest News About Watches

The reference 3970 is a neo-vintage piece that marks an era of transition and transformation. Long overlooked, we explore its history, the four generations that comprise this reference, and its unique variations...More

There were a host of “firsts” unveiled last week at the Watches & Wonders Geneva 2022 exhibition in Switzerland. Among them: Montblanc, whose 1858 Geosphere Zero Oxygen watch is the first timepiece to be encased in an oxygen-free environment. The watch will be real-life tested in an ascent of Mount Everest on the wrist of… The post A Closer Look At The Montblanc 1858 Geosphere Zero Oxygen World-First Watch appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

  By Nancy Olson   The Tonda PF, which debuted last fall, is welcoming the just-introduced Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante to the collection of elegant, understated, and often-complicated timepieces. But before we get into the specifics of this world premiere, here’s a quick review of the rattrapante and why it’s important. If French is not… The post Introducing The Parmigiani Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante: A True Sleight Of Hands appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

From owning his own factory at the age of 25 to selling it all, opening a restaurant, and now, creating high-quality denim in the UK at Blackhorse Lane Atelier since 2016, Hans Ates has led a colourful life. We spoke to him about the fashion industry, sustainability, as well as the importance of quality and community… More

Just last week at Watches & Wonders Geneva 2022, Vacheron Constantin unveiled a remake of a legendary watch from the 1970’s.  In fact, it  was 45 years ago in 1977 that the brand unveiled the 222 watch — better known by collectors as the Jumbo. It was designed  by Jorg Hysek and created in celebration… The post A Closer Look At The Vacheron Constantin 222 Watch And Why It Matters appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

Taking the concept of high-tech materials on iconic watches to new heights, Corum unveils the all-new Admiral watch in the ultra-light weight Carbon black and green watch. This legendary timepiece was first released to the world more than 60 years ago and was inspired by the famed America’s Cup races, which the brand sponsored for… The post Corum Unveils Carbon Green Ultra-Light Admiral Watch appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

Focusing on its most beloved collections this year, IWC Schaffhausen unveils new Top Gun watches that offer an array of materials, colors and sizes. The biggest news is in the new   Top Gun editions, Lake Tahoe and Woodland Green ceramic.  It takes months and months to develop a new color of ceramic and to produce… The post Introducing IWC Green, White Ceramic Top Gun Watches appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

By Nancy Olson   A perpetual calendar is among the most challenging—and the most coveted—complications. By definition, it automatically adjusts for the different durations of months and even leap years. Thus it always shows the correct date, at least for the somewhat distant future, while a “normal” date display needs periodic adjustment. Jaeger-LeCoultre’s new Polaris… The post Introducing The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Perpetual Calendar appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

At a summit that took place today in Switzerland, Breitling celebrates the 70th anniversary of the iconic Navitimer watch – with famed slide-rule bezel – by unveiling several important new variations that boast retro-inspired looks with contemporary movements.   Like much of what Breitling has been introducing in the past few years, the new Navitimer… The post Breitling Celebrates 70 Years Of Navitimer With New Watches appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

Maurice Lacroix  teams with #Tide, to create watches made of plastic waste composite, as it aims to help keep our oceans clean and to give today’s customers the environmentally friendly products it wants.  The all new Maurice Lacroix collection features cases made entirely from recycled plastics taken from the world’s oceans. The funky new watches, the… The post Maurice Lacroix Commits To Upcycling 10 Million Bottles Taken From The Oceans With New Watch Line appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

Bulgari’s newest watch, the Octo Finissimo Ultra, is the 8th world record-setting timepiece for the brand: it is the thinnest mechanical manual-wind watch in the world. At just 1.8mm thick, the entire cased watch (not just the movement) is just slightly thicker than the ultra slim American dime. The Octo Finissimo Ultra watch, which is… The post Bulgari Shatters World Records With $440,000 Octo Finissimo Ultra, Thin As A Dime appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

It’s no secret that watch collectors are loving the bronze watches that have been emerging onto the watch scene in recent years.  And the new Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Brown Bronze beauty is no exception. There are several reasons this new diver’s watch – water resistant to 300 meters – will be hot,… The post Introducing The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Brown Bronze Watch appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

Recently, I had the chance to go hands on with Hegid watches. The brand, globall2019y launched four years ago in 2018 (with its first watches being shown at Baselworld in 2019), the French company has a  very unique watch wardrobe concept that offers wearers the ability to be creative and different. Thanks to a patented… The post Watch Review: Hands On With Hegid Watches appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

This article first ran on ATimelyPerspective several years ago, but with the craze for vintage watches so intense, I thought it would be fun to share this story again. This time, though, after the watch shows are over, I fully intend to bring this piece to Bulova for its long-awaited overhaul. A few days ago,… The post I’m Not Old, I’m Vintage: Confessions Of A 1940’s Bulova WristWatch, And Me appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

The boycott is on in Russia and top watch brands including Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Rolex have joined the league of  other brands and big watch groups that are  taking a stance when it comes to doing business in Russia.  Some are closing their stores altogether, while others  are saying they will remain open to… The post Patek Philippe, Rolex Join Russia Boycott, Redbar Auction To Help Starts Soon appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

The Caped Crusader is being given a run for his money as the super-hero emerges in the form of Batman for the wrist. Of course, lovers of the famed hero and his Bat accessories will need to have just about a quarter of a million dollars to buy one of the 72 Batman-inspired timepieces. Working… The post Introducing The Jacob & Co. $240,000 Gotham City Batman Watch appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

This weekend coming up, as the Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) holds its annual Raise the Reef gala (which was postponed for two years due to the pandemic), it also hosts a silent auction and a dinner and a live auction — all to benefit the work the organization does to save the world’s coral reefs.… The post Last Chance To Get Oris Oris Carysfort Reef Limited Edition 02 Watch appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

Starting this off with a hashtag: #WatchFamforUkraine Solidarity Auction. Do something to help. As we in America watch the events unfolding in Ukraine from afar, many are doing what they can to help. That includes the global watch collecting group, RedBar, which is working on a big charity watch auction to raise funds to benefit World… The post Buy Cool Watches, Donate Watches And Feed Ukraine Refugees At The Same Time appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

By Nancy Olson The distinguished collaboration between Andersen Genève and Benjamin Chee Haute Horlogerie (BCHH) has resulted in a truly marvelous timepiece reflecting the unique competency — both artistically and mechanically — of each brand. The new platinum-cased BCHH Celestial Voyager has a fascinating story to tell — especially with its incredible Sunset over Cappadocia… The post Andersen Geneve and BCHH Team Up For Celestial Voyager ‘Sunset Over Cappedocia’ Watch appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

In his five-year tenure as CEO of Vacheron Constantin, Louis Ferla has propelled the brand forward in a host of ways that are gaining the company more visibility – and loyal followers — than ever. This higher profile, especially in the US market,  is the result of actions that include new, updated boutiques in America,… The post Vacheron Constantin CEO Louis Ferla Talks About American Growth appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.