The Latest News About Watches

There is almost no end to watches inspired by motorsport, but very few watches take that inspiration and do anything truly unique with it. Just yesterday, we brought you news of a new TAG Heuer Carrera that, in my opinion, is something of a by-the-numbers collaboration between an automaker and a luxury watch brand. It […] The post Singer Reimagined Expands their 1969 Collection appeared first on Worn & Wound.

A new material has joined Arnold & Son’s creative repertoire. A first in watchmaking, Baltic amber or ‘tiger’ amber further enhances the collection of extraordinary dials created by the house. The rich, moiré yellow of this exceptionally rare material surrounds the two iconic tourbillons in the eponymous collection. The amber brings softness and texture to the 43.5mm 18K white gold case as well as to the skeletonized bridges and the pure white of the opal hour dials.

I had no clue that a watch brand called Solix existed. You have to agree that it sounds more like a brand of construction materials than a watch manufacturer. Despite the weird-sounding brand name, the second I spotted this Solix Regulator, I knew I would bid on it. There are watches that I hunted for […] Visit #TBT The Cutest Vintage Regulator Watch I Have Ever Seen to read the full article.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Formex may not be a brand that many might be familiar with, but this Switzerland-based manufacturer certainly gives its competitors (and potential owners) in the entry-level space something to think about. Founded in 1999, the brand was the brainchild of two Swiss brothers, Hans-Peter and Ferdinand Grädel, who were both watchmakers and motorsports enthusiasts. Formex, [...] The post Review: new entry level watch – Formex Essence 39 Automatic Chronometer “Space Gold” appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Introduced just four years ago, the Alpine Eagle Chronograph line tells a tale akin to a potent short story.

Seiko’s first diver’s watch, launched in 1965, shows that a successful design can literally make waves. Water-resistant to what was then a very respectable 150 meters and focused entirely on functionality, the 62MAS also went down in ...

Citizen expands its integrated bracelet offering with the debut of the Forza collection, which comprises of three models: a three-hand timepiece with weekday and date indication and a chronograph powered by Eco-Drive movements, as well as an ...

Cuervo y Sobrinos is the only major watch brand with solid Cuban roots, celebrating specific time periods and locations in Cuban history. For example, the previous Robusto Churchill Limited Edition honoured Winston Churchill’s fondness for Havana tobacco. The new Robusto Sans Souci looks back at 1950s Cuba, specifically the Sans Souci night venue just outside […]

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The legendary B-52 bomber celebrates the 70th anniversary of its production model’s maiden flight in 2024. Ollech & Wajs has released the OW M-52B AF to honor this incredible airplane and those who have contributed to its incredibly long lifespan. As someone deeply interested in this machine, I requested a sample piece for a hands-on […] Visit Hands-On With The Ollech & Wajs OW M-52B AF to read the full article.

I’ve been saying it for years now; watchmaking is a universal trade. Gone are the days when it was for the Swiss only, or even Europe for that matter. These days, with virtually no boundaries thanks to the online world, there’s surprising and exciting watchmaking to be found all over the globe. Take China for […]

Independent Chinese watchmaker Qin Gan has over thirty years of experience in antique watch restorations and has crafted numerous prototype watches with complex features such as flyback, tourbillon, automaton, and repeater mechanisms. He now launches his second model under his own brand, the sublime Pastorale II. The post Pastorale II by Chinese Independent Watchmaker Qin Gan: the Epitome of a Modern Dress Watch appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Forget, if you can, about the 38mm Luminor Due Luna with its mother-of-pearl dial. Instead, focus on the 49mm Panerai Submersible Elux LAB-ID. Is this massive PAM01800 with a case, case back, and bezel in blue Ti-Ceramitech the watch that will relight the fire in the hearts of a dormant group of Paneristi? It seems […] Visit Introducing: The Panerai Submersible Elux LAB-ID PAM01800 — Has Panerai Seen The Light? to read the full article.

The Australian market rarely gets limited editions, so this Sydney Harbour blue Carrera Tourbillon is something special. The post Australia’s love of TAG Heuer gets recognised with a limited edition Carrera Tourbillon (live pics) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post Australia’s love of TAG Heuer gets recognised with a limited edition Carrera Tourbillon (live pics) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Just over four decades after its debut, the Rado Anatom is back. It’s bigger than ever with a mechanical movement instead of a quartz one, a bezel and crown in black high-tech ceramic, and a middle case in black PVD-treated steel instead of traditional steel. The new Anatom also shows an impressive edge-to-edge sapphire crystal […] Visit Splitting The Anatom — Hands-On With The New Rado Anatom Automatic And Its Vintage Predecessor to read the full article.

Every field has its lingo, and the watch world is no exception. As Fratello writers, we try to be aware of our use of language and the implications that come from our specific choice of words. Regardless, sometimes we are taken aback when certain terms unintentionally trigger strong reactions in readers. Recently, we noticed that […] Visit Is It Time To Revise The “Holy Trinity” Of Watchmaking? to read the full article.

Hello there, and welcome to another episode of Fratello Talks. This week, Thomas, Lex, and Nacho discuss Seiko watches. A Seiko is a staple of most watch enthusiasts’ collections, whether it’s a first-ever mechanical watch or an inexpensive curiosity, a vintage rarity in museum-worthy condition, or anything in between. And though there will certainly be […] Visit Fratello Talks: Why Everyone Loves Seiko Watches to read the full article.

An intense red piece unique for Andrew Morgan has become the first-ever Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto collaboration available for all. The post Andrew Morgan teams up with Christopher Ward for a special Bel Canto, The Red One appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post Andrew Morgan teams up with Christopher Ward for a special Bel Canto, The Red One appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Nezumi has quite a few impressive tricks up its sleeve. Only a few weeks ago, I reviewed the brand’s Adventure Trio. It’s a series of watches that will help you with whatever challenge you encounter during your travels. With a GMT, a diver, and a field watch, Nezumi has you covered in any situation. The […] Visit Introducing: A New Colorful Limited Edition Of The Nezumi Baleine Dive Watch to read the full article.