The Latest News About Watches

Hodinkee Has A New Editor-In-Chief (Me)

I hope you like white-dialed sport watches and GMTs (just kidding... maybe).
HODINKEE about 2 months ago • 0 views

A Space-Flown Omega Speedmaster And Glove Up For Auction On December 3rd

Now here is something special! A space-flown Omega Speedmaster Professional 3570.50 and the EVA (Extra-Vehicular Activity) glove it was worn over in space will be up for auction on December 3rd at Koller Auctions in Zurich, Switzerland. Cosmonaut Padalka’s space-flown Omega Speedmaster and EVA glove This watch was on the wrist of cosmonaut Gennady Padalka […] Visit A Space-Flown Omega Speedmaster And Glove Up For Auction On December 3rd to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches about 2 months ago • 0 views

Where and how you sell your watch matters, and this is why

Your watch is not always worth what you think. Depending on how you sell your watch, you might be surprised how much of the premium you see.The post Where and how you sell your watch matters, and this is why appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches about 2 months ago • 3 views

Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons’ New Dedicated Rolex CPO Boutique Has a Collection Fit for an Auction House

Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons has taken Rolex’s Certified Pre-Owned program to a new level. Far from a standard retail offering, it is not an exaggeration to say this venture rivals the catalogs of elite auction houses.
Watchonista about 2 months ago • 0 views

The Greatest Horological Inventions of All Time: Why George Daniels’ Co-Axial Escapement Revolutionised Mechanical Watchmaking

Editor’s Note: Today, the final installment of The Greatest Horological Inventions of All Time. Here, Andrew Canter examines the story behind the co-axial escapement, invented by George Daniels, industrialized by Omega, and now considered one of the great watchmaking innovations of all time.  You can find more of Andrew’s work at the Mr. Watchmaster website […] The post The Greatest Horological Inventions of All Time: Why George Daniels’ Co-Axial Escapement Revolutionised Mechanical Watchmaking appeared first on Worn & Wound.
Worn & Wound about 2 months ago • 0 views

Introducing: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hybris Mechanica Calibre 362. An Ultra-Thin Minute Repeater and Flying Tourbillon.

Universally acclaimed not only for its technical ambition but also for its aesthetic purity, the Master Hybris Mechanica Calibre 362 is a testament to La Grande Maison’s inventiveness and exceptional watchmaking skill. It was, at the time of its launch, one of the world’s thinnest minute repeater wristwatch with a tourbillon in production.
Watch Collecting Lifestyle about 2 months ago • 0 views

Bvlgari inaugurates a new expanded manufacture in Saignelégier

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors We attended the inauguration of the newly expanded manufacture of Bvlgari Sainglégier in the Swiss Jura on 14 November 2024. Here is our video report of the event. Bvlgari inaugurates a new expanded manufacture in Saignelégier The newly expanded facility at Saingnelégier will bring the production of cases and dials under one roof. The site [...] The post Bvlgari inaugurates a new expanded manufacture in Saignelégier appeared first on DEPLOYANT.
DEPLOYANT about 2 months ago • 0 views

Hands-on – The Arty, Fresh Paulin Modul D Manual Comes Straight from Glasgow, Scotland

While many will be familiar with anOrdain, the young brand specialised in accessible yet highly appealing vitreous (grand feu) enamel dials in all possible colours of the spectrum, there’s another brand coming from Glasgow, Scotland that should be under your radar; Paulin Watches. And the two are closely related, being owned by the same individuals […]
Monochrome Watches about 2 months ago • 0 views

Breaking News: There's A New Record For A Patek Philippe 5711 Nautilus – $7,560,000

The unique engraved 5711 in steel was auctioned off by Phillips for charity at the 30th anniversary Children Action auction in Geneva, making it the new king of the now discontinued reference.
HODINKEE about 2 months ago • 0 views

Industry News – Opening of Applications for the Second Edition of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives

In late 2022, luxury powerhouse Louis Vuitton announced a rather surprising but promising concept, the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives. A biennial prize organized by its Swiss-based watch manufacture, La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton, its mission is “to recognize a passion for watchmaking savoir-faire, creativity, and innovation in the pursuit of excellence, […]
Monochrome Watches about 2 months ago • 1 view

The November 2024 Geneva Auctions Retrospective — Highlights

Recent auctions in Geneva concluded with a relative bang. Eye-watering results occurred for some truly rare pieces. For many watches, though, the sales were solid but not awe-inspiring. I’ll kick off today’s article with my thoughts on the market, and then we’ll look at several lots. My colleague Lex recently penned an article about the […] Visit The November 2024 Geneva Auctions Retrospective — Highlights to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches about 2 months ago • 2 views

The most expensive Studio Underd0g ever at the last Pizza Party ever

We hosted the last ever pizza party last week, and in the process raised US$17,000 for charity thanks to the Pizza Unique auction.The post The most expensive Studio Underd0g ever at the last Pizza Party ever appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches about 2 months ago • 2 views

Franck Muller Debuts Its Smallest Ever Skeleton Movement

The post Franck Muller Debuts Its Smallest Ever Skeleton Movement appeared first on Revolution Watch.
Revolution about 2 months ago • 2 views

Introducing – The Limited Edition Orient Bambino 38 Models

Japanese watchmaker Orient is one of those rare brands that produce in-house models at very affordable prices, rivalling and often beating Japanese juggernauts Seiko and Citizen with value propositions. The best-selling Bambino series is clearly very popular, particularly the recent 38mm collection. The latest two pieces don’t break the mould, but do introduce fresh dial […]
Monochrome Watches about 2 months ago • 1 view

Introducing: A New Blue Outfit For The Awe-Inspiring Breguet Tradition Chronographe Indépendant 7077

Breguet introduced the Tradition Chronographe Indépendant 7077 back in 2015. The watch displayed awe-inspiring watchmaking inventiveness. How about two balance wheels, two gear trains, an arc-shaped minute totalizer, a power reserve indicator, and a mesmerizing open-worked look on both the front and back? What more could you ask for? Well, if I put on my […] Visit Introducing: A New Blue Outfit For The Awe-Inspiring Breguet Tradition Chronographe Indépendant 7077 to read the full article.
Fratello Watches – the magazine dedicated to watches about 2 months ago • 1 view

Review: Hands-On With The Ming 37.02 Minimalist

The post Review: Hands-On With The Ming 37.02 Minimalist appeared first on Revolution Watch.
Revolution about 2 months ago • 1 view

An engraved Patek Philippe Nautilus sells for CHF 6.7 million, setting a new world record

Sold at a charity auction, this Nautilus 5711/1500A in engraved stainless steel is officially the most expensive Nautilus of all time.The post An engraved Patek Philippe Nautilus sells for CHF 6.7 million, setting a new world record appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Time and Tide Watches about 2 months ago • 1 view

Hands-on: Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph Silver Screen

The post Hands-on: Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph Silver Screen appeared first on TimeZone.
TimeZone about 2 months ago • 0 views

Up-close with the Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph Silver Screen

The post Up-close with the Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph Silver Screen appeared first on TimeZone.
TimeZone about 2 months ago • 0 views

Insider: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 World Time

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 World Time elegantly combines sophisticated horological craftsmanship with a global timekeeping function. Featuring a stunning champlevé enamel dial, the watch displays 24 time zones marked by a rotating outer ring, allowing wearers to effortlessly track the time across major cities worldwide.
Watch Collecting Lifestyle about 2 months ago • 0 views