The Latest News About Watches

Cherry blossoms have long been associated with Japan – and for good reason. These delicate little blossoms contribute an astounding $2.7 billion into the economy with over 63 million people (a number that includes both tourists and those living in Japan) viewing them annually. There’s even a word for this annual custom – hanami, meaning […] The post Seiko Introduces Cherry Blossom Inspired Astron References appeared first on Worn & Wound.

At the annual Miami Design Week, Panerai unveiled the latest bold design for its iconic Luminor with GMT functionality.

I think it’s safe to say we don’t expect any more Omega Speedmaster models this year. Just last week, Omega introduced the Speedmaster Pilot Flight Qualified after teasing us with a similar model for US military pilots only. But this year’s releases had already started coming in January when Omega introduced the newly updated Speedmaster […] Visit All The Omega Speedmaster Models From 2024 In One Overview to read the full article.

Just in time for the holidays, we take the best watches under $10,000 to gift for the holidays from our NOW Magazine.The post 7 of the best gift watches under $10,000, for when you’re ready to add a real heavy-hitter to the collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

And one of the most expensive time-only pocket watches ever sold.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Franck Muller releases a new case design, dubbed Silhouette CX. With the launch model being one honouring The Year of the Snake. Press Release information with commentary in italics. Franck Muller introduces new Silhouette CX case style with the Year of the Snake as the launch model The Franck Muller Silhouette CX Snake will retail [...] The post Franck Muller introduces new Silhouette CX case style with the Year of the Snake as the launch model appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

The Maison’s newest ambassador, Bella Hadid, headlines the campaign for this feminine and diamond-clad model.

The Ball Roadmaster M Model A brings a red and black 'Coke' ceramic bezel to its patented alarm GMT watch.The post The new Ball Roadmaster M Model A raises the alarm with a new calibre appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The rise of the internet, and the consequent evolution of the watch-watching community, has inevitably amplified the phenomenon whereby certain objects have come to exert an extraordinary hold over the collective imagination. Here, Colin Alexander Smith debunks three watch myths circulating widely and freely online and in print concerning former French president Nicolas Sarkozy's Rolex and Patek Philippe, the Khanjar Rolex Sea-Dwellers, and what in fact Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay were wearing on their wrists as they summited Mount Everest. The post Mythbusting: 3 Persistent Patek Philippe and Rolex Myths Debunked appeared first on Quill & Pad.

A new collection from an independent watchmaker is always an exciting thing to witness, especially when it’s a brand that has been on your personal radar for quite a while. One such brand for me is Zeitwinkel, characterised by its clear and modern style backed by neatly finished German Silver movements. I was lucky enough […]

Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air. In this episode, we stray from our original topic and discuss questionable vintage watches. Lately, too many questionable watches have received universal praise from “noted experts.” We get on the topic after approximately 15 minutes. Sorry for the aberration. We both love watches from brands that are […] Visit Fratello On Air: Questionable Vintage Watches to read the full article.

Last weekend, Thomas kicked off this year-end series about our “best” watches of 2024. I’m glad I’m the second one in line because that means there are still many watches to choose from. Some of Thomas’s picks were quite complicated and on the more expensive side of the spectrum. My picks are all under €10,000, […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches Of 2024 — Daan’s Picks From Hermès, Ressence, Holthinrichs, And More to read the full article.

The esteemed camera brand's second foray into horology, an integrated luxury sports watch, aims for a broad audience.The post Leica strikes a pose with the ZM 11 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Mühle Glashütte is a German watch brand with a deep fan base. The company is known for its robust and affordable watches. While the original brand began in 1869, the modern incarnation was resurrected in 1994. Today, we’ll highlight the sixth generation of the family now working with the company. We’ll also mention the final […] Visit Mühle Glashütte Celebrates 30 Years With The Teutonia IV Big Date Edition 1994 to read the full article.

Over the next few weeks, members of the Worn & Wound team will offer their own personal reflections on their year in watches. Today, photographer Garrett Jones on turning his enthusiasm into a full time job in the watch industry, and acquiring his grail watch. The last year has been a wild ride, from meeting […] The post My Year in Watches: From Enthusiast to Employee appeared first on Worn & Wound.

The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar is available in several special editions and some of the most popular ones are the TOP GUN editions in honor of the TOP GUN Academy that has been training naval aviators and flight officers in air combat tactics and techniques since 1969. Remarkably beautiful TOP GUN editions include the TOP GUN ‘Rodeo Drive’, the TOP GUN ‘Mojave Desert’, and the TOP GUN ‘Lake Tahoe’.

With finals firmly in the rearview window (congrats, you made it!) and spring term decidedly next year’s problem, we’re all for a bit of distraction. Whether you have a pile of textbooks stashed away in your dorm room or you’re shopping for a special student in your life, we have curated a guide to upgrade […] The post A Gift Guide For Students appeared first on Worn & Wound.

The UR-230 gets the polar treatment right in time for the Holidays.