The Latest News About Watches

Few brands can boast a model quite like Vulcain’s Cricket. But this “chirping” timepiece often gets overlooked in the broader category of “Presidential watches.” The Cricket has been a mainstay in the Vulcain catalogue through multiple brand owners for good reason: It is, above all, eminently and uniquely relevant.

Ever get tired of your watches, perhaps even bored of the ones you own? Though we wholly endorse and fully encourage purchasing more watches, have you considered refreshing yours instead? What do we mean by refreshing? How about trying a new strap, such as a NATO strap, a single-pass nylon, a hook-and-loop, or a mesh bracelet? A new strap or bracelet can reinvigorate a watch and provide an entirely different wearing experience. Some watches may stand out more when removed from an ornate bracelet. Certain straps can highlight the dial's color and emphasize it, similar to how someone with blue eyes wearing a matching blue shirt can draw more attention. The post How To Change A Watch Strap Or Bracelet appeared first on Worn & Wound.

IWC has added several new models to the Portugieser family in recent years. One of them is the iconic chronograph. In this latest visit to the WatchTime archives, we tested this watch, our good old friend, which boasts a trendy green dial and is ...

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Citizen watches have played an enormous role in shaping the taste and opinions of many of us at Worn & Wound, and the same can likely be said for a large percentage of our readers. They are a brand that is truly ubiquitous in that their philosophy has always been to create watches for everyone, […] The post Citizen Celebrates a Major Milestone with the Essence of Time Exhibit appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Since Vulcain decided to focus more on models outside of its bread-and-butter alarm watches, we have seen an array of new models coming to the market. Primarily based on vintage timepieces, the new Vulcain models include chronographs, time-only watches, and divers. The last of those is an exciting line consisting of the Nautical Heritage alarm […] Visit Hands-On With The New Vulcain Skindiver Nautique GMT to read the full article.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Hanhart releases a new special edition, named the Fly Navy Aerosphere with two references, each limited to 150 pieces. Press Release information with commentary in italics. New: Hanhart Special Edition: Fly Navy Aerosphere The Hanhart Special Edition: Fly Navy Aerosphere retails at EUR 1,490 with textile strap and EUR 1,690 with steel bracelet for both [...] The post New: Hanhart Special Edition: Fly Navy Aerosphere appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Renowned for their precision, robustness, and distinctive instrumental design, pilot watches continue to captivate watch enthusiasts. Embracing the rich history of this genre while infusing it with modern flair, Laco’s configurable Flieger ...

One of the few large-scale watchmaking companies based on UK soil, Bremont has, over the years, forged strong connections with Britain’s Ministry of Defence, supplying the British Army with dedicated watches. As a tribute to this partnership and MoD watches of the past, Bremont created the Broadsword series, inspired by the all-important Dirty Dozen. First available […]

This limited-edition Chopard is a contradictory watch: a traditional timepiece from a traditional brand with a very contemporary edge. The post The Chopard L.U.C Time Traveller One Black is a modern, monochromatic take on a world timer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post The Chopard L.U.C Time Traveller One Black is a modern, monochromatic take on a world timer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

English brand Fears introduces a new version of its core model, the Brunswick. This new version reintroduces gold to the collection after the Midas version was discontinued in 2018. The new Midas II features a gold-plated 38mm cushion case and a beautiful bead-blasted dial. Additionally, the Fears Brunswick 38 Midas II comes with two straps […] Visit Introducing: The Fears Brunswick 38 Midas II With A 22K-Gold-Plated Case to read the full article.

Master watchmaker Svend Andersen has been a renowned figure on the independent watchmaking scene since 1980. The Danish watchmaker’s ingenious and original approach to complications, including his sophisticated calendar watches and world timers, has captivated collectors and top-tier watch brands for years. To celebrate his 40th anniversary in watchmaking in 2020, Svend Andersen produced a […]

The Rolex 1908 launched with much fanfare, so why has the Omega De Ville Tresor been overlooked for years? The post Have modern Omega dress watches been slept on for far too long? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post Have modern Omega dress watches been slept on for far too long? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Omega and Fratello Watches came out with their first #SpeedyTuesday Speedmaster edition back in 2017 and it sold out within few hours. Three years later, a second iteration of #SpeedyTuesday timepieces came to life. And this one sold out – all 2,012 pieces – in under two hours. And one of these 2,012 watches is in Łukasz Doskocz's personal collection. Here he explains why. The post Why I Bought It: Omega Speedmaster Speedy Tuesday 2 Ultraman appeared first on Quill & Pad.

It’s summer, and while the Swiss watch industry takes the month off, we’re picking our favorite watches once again! This time, however, we’re not sticking to a specific budget. Instead, we’re keeping the theme consistent but aiming at three different price categories — sub-€1,000, sub-€10,000, and a no-holds-barred, unrestricted category. The goal is to see […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Summer Watches At Three Different Price Points — Nacho’s Picks From Citizen, Zenith, and Singer Reimagined to read the full article.

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When you first see one of Konstantin Chaykin’s “Wristmons” pieces, it’s hard not to think it’s an elaborate prank. The imaginative and mechanically complex character watches do not have the aesthetic trappings of the serious horology that is at work under (and above) the hood. They look like children’s toys, with familiar “faces” often borrowed […] The post The Konstantin Chaykin Joker “Fiat Lux,” and, Just for Fun, Some of Our Favorites from the Wristmons Collection appeared first on Worn & Wound.

With the Olympics underway in Paris, here is a look back at the 57-year-old story of Fred Isamu Wada, the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, an enduring watch, and a very special clock.

The Reservoir Sonomaster collection takes its inspiration from measuring instruments widely used in the world of sound or Hi-Fi. The new Reservoir Sonomaster Chronograph Vintage Bi-Retrograde Black and Beige features two retrograde hands that faithfully reproduce the hands of power measurements or VU meters from analog vintage stereo amplifiers. A tribute to the human quest for a ‘pure’ sound, a musical exploration full of audacity and intensity.

In May of this year, we introduced a young indie watchmaking duo from Finland – Jere-Juuso Vuorela and Nuutti Helala – and their inaugural timepiece, the Kurimus. Described by the creators as “a blend of different watch styles, a little bit of a dress watch, a touch of a field watch and even elements of […]