The Latest News About Watches

Swiss Wine: A Secret Weapon?

Wine has been produced in the mountainous nation for centuries—less precise, perhaps, but every bit as intriguing as its watches. You need to know about Chasselas.
Watchonista 4 months ago • 0 views

Watches, Stories, & Gear: Cheap Caribbean Getaways, Cozy Gaming, and the Fantastic Four Trailer

“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: Cheap Caribbean Getaways, Cozy Gaming, and the Fantastic Four Trailer appeared first on Worn & Wound.
Worn & Wound 4 months ago • 8 views

New releases from Frederique Constant, Bulova, Porsche Design and more

This week's releases have reaffirmed how close the worlds of watches and racing are.The post New releases from Frederique Constant, Bulova, Porsche Design and more appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches 4 months ago • 3 views

New: Omega Seamaster Milano Cortina 2026

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors The Omega Seamaster 37mm Milano Cortina 2026 is a special edition timepiece designed to celebrate the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina. This watch combines elements of the iconic Seamaster design with modern craftsmanship. Press release with commentary in italics. New: Omega Seamaster Milano Cortina 2026 The Omega Seamaster 37mm Milano Cortina 2026 shares [...] The post New: Omega Seamaster Milano Cortina 2026 appeared first on DEPLOYANT.
DEPLOYANT 4 months ago • 2 views

Hands-On Video With The A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph

Thomas recently published his love story on the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph. I also made a quick video about it since it was in our Fratello office for a few days. Seeing beautiful images of a watch is one thing, but seeing the hands in motion and the wheels and gears turning is […] Visit Hands-On Video With The A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches 4 months ago • 18 views

Looking To Buy A Ceramic Watch? Here Are The Benefits And Potential Downsides

Ceramic is a material that has been used in watches for decades. It comes with some significant advantages over more traditional stainless steel. However, there are also a couple of issues to consider. Recently, I spent a significant amount of time with the IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic RAAF (ref. IW3281-02). This is a modern interpretation […] Visit Looking To Buy A Ceramic Watch? Here Are The Benefits And Potential Downsides to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches 4 months ago • 1 view

The Petrolhead Corner – Renault Returns To Its Record-Breaking Habits With the Filante Record 2025

Chasing land speed records might seem futile and pointless to most, but there’s a genuine upside to mankind’s thrive for ever more, ever better, ever faster. Of course, it can come at a cost, either financial or physical, but at some point down the line, we can benefit from the innovations and developments needed to […]
Monochrome Watches 4 months ago • 0 views

16 of the best minimalist watches

These minimalist watches have slim cases and unassuming dials, but are uncompromising when it comes to design, making the most of the least.The post 16 of the best minimalist watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches 4 months ago • 5 views

The Rolex Submariner 5513 Joins The Collection

All watch enthusiasts have certain itches they need to scratch. I’m sure you know what I mean when you read an article with “collection” in its title. Whether we collect a brand, a complication, or whatever we like, there’s always a model topping the wishlist, making us say, “Well, I’d like to own one of […] Visit The Rolex Submariner 5513 Joins The Collection to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches 4 months ago • 0 views

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – London

There’s an almost tangible romance to shopping in person, now you can spend a day perusing one of the world’s most charming cities — London.The post Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – London appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches 4 months ago • 0 views

Rolex calls it quits on the Carl F. Bucherer brand, but I have a proposal for the Crown…

Before Rolex chucks CFB in the bin, Zach has a proposal for the Crown...The post Rolex calls it quits on the Carl F. Bucherer brand, but I have a proposal for the Crown… appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches 4 months ago • 1 view

The Journey of Thomas Schnelle

Thomas Schnelle’s journey began in northern Germany, where he pursued studies in toolmaking. After completing his technical college education, Schnelle found himself at a crossroads. While he contemplated studying design, a lack of confidence initially held him back. It was at this juncture that fate intervened, leading him to Chronoswiss, then owned and operated by […] The post The Journey of Thomas Schnelle appeared first on Worn & Wound.
Worn & Wound 4 months ago • 6 views

Video: Akio Naito and Munehisa Shibasaki On Grand Seiko In America And The Future Of All Things Seiko

The President and the Senior VP of Seiko Watch Corp join Ben for a candid chat about their histories with Seiko, bringing Grand Seiko to the US, and much more.
HODINKEE 4 months ago • 2 views

Breaking News: Rolex Shuts Down Carl F. Bucherer

Today, February 7th, 2025, we found out through the news Bilanz—a Swiss publication—that Rolex has decided to shut down all operations of the Carl F. Bucherer brand considering its low sales and uncertain future in a highly competitive watch industry. From what we’ve heard, looks like the 100 or so employees at Carl F. Bucherer were informed this morning that the brand would cease to operate and that they would be offered jobs at Rolex.
Watch Collecting Lifestyle 4 months ago • 1 view

Breaking: Rolex Discontinues Carl F. Bucherer

The post Breaking: Rolex Discontinues Carl F. Bucherer appeared first on Revolution Watch.
Revolution 4 months ago • 0 views

A 'Paul Newman' Daytona, CPO, and What It Means for Collecting Vintage Rolex

A closer look at a curious Paul Newman and the importance of period correct; updates on the Franken Speedmaster; a Watch of the Week from Universal Geneve.
Rescapement 4 months ago • 0 views

In-Depth – The History of the IWC Ingenieur, the Technical Watch of Schaffhausen

The IWC Ingenieur collection has long been one of the pillars of the Schaffhausen-based brand’s reputation, even if the spotlight often seems to shine brighter on the emblematic Pilot series. In recent years, IWC collections like the Pilot, Portugieser, Portofino, and, to a lesser extent, the Aquatimer have steadily introduced new references, leaving the Ingenieur line seemingly in the shadows. For a […]
Monochrome Watches 4 months ago • 0 views

Introducing: Atelier FVF Genève FVF2 Time & Day Intrepido. Franc Vila Releases his Second Watch as FVF.

Franc Vila is a very familiar name if you know anything about independent watchmakers from the last two decades. After selling his namesake brand Franc Vila, the Spaniard watchmaker returns with his second watch under the new Atelier FVF Genève. Following the release of the FVF1 Superligero Tourbillon, now comes the new FVF2 Time & Day Intrepido where he blends in timeless elegance and a dynamic soul.
Watch Collecting Lifestyle 4 months ago • 0 views

Recommended Reading: Bilanz Reports Rolex Is Shutting Down Carl F. Bucherer

After acquiring Bucherer in 2023, Rolex is now shutting down the family's watchmaking brand, which was originally founded in 1888.
HODINKEE 4 months ago • 2 views