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This article was originally published in the May/June 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine. With the Seamaster Aqua Terra Ultra Light, Omega put its focus on a sporty look and innovative light weight. A fresh look at every detail resulted ...

As an avid lover of tool watches, there aren’t many brands that have caught my attention in the last few years quite like Arken. Part of the explosion of small independent watch brands coming out of the UK, Arken has been on my mind since the release of their first watch, the Instrumentum, in 2021. […] The post Arken Launches their First Limited Edition for British Watchmakers’ Day appeared first on Worn & Wound.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors The new Speedmaster Moonwatch with lacquered white dial is a stunning addition to the iconic collection. Speedmaster Professional in white dials are usually the most coveted – consider the Snoopies, and Alaska models. A new regular production model in white dial will likely be a hit among collectors, who want a white dial Speedy for [...] The post New: OMEGA Launches New Speedmaster Moonwatch With Lacquered White Dial appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

As the anticipation builds for the 96th Oscars®, to be held this weekend, Rolex once again takes center stage by hosting the exclusive Greenroom, the preeminent gathering space for nominees and presenters at the awards ceremony. Renowned for its immersive experiences, the Greenroom serves as the perfect prelude and postlude to the grandeur of the… The post Rolex Hosts The Green Room For 96th Oscars appeared first on ATimelyPerspective.

Date windows on wristwatches can be a touchy subject. Many feel they are downright ugly and destroy the look of a good watch, while others swear by them as the most useful and affordable complication. Whatever camp you may be in, the date function can be the cause of considerable grief, particularly the rapid-set mechanism. The post It’s a Date! Taking a Closer Look at the Most Popular Complication of Them All: The Calendar appeared first on Quill & Pad.

A special John Mayer collab with AP, a road sign-inspired Mr Jones and a nature-clad LV trio all released this past week. The post New releases from Audemars Piguet, Louis Vuitton, Omega and more appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post New releases from Audemars Piguet, Louis Vuitton, Omega and more appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

For close to two decades now, the R8 has been Audi’s poster child sports car, with a sleek design and performance to back it all up. It’s even sparked quite a successful racing career through the factory team but also plenty of privateers. But what if you want something that’s suitable for both the road […]

Did you ever wonder if your watch was made for the USA market? Did you inherit a piece from your grandfather and want to know in which country he bought it? Do you have a watch with a USA market retailer signature and want to double-check if it was actually imported into the USA? Do you have a Patek Philippe buckle with ‘PHILIPPE’ spelled incorrectly as ‘PHILLIPE’? Read on, because the secret codes of Patek Philippe can help you answer […] The post The Secret Codes of Patek Philippe: HOX and USA Market Buckles appeared first on Collectability.

Yuichiro Miura’s 1970 expedition to Mt. Everest was the subject of a documentary and press coverage, and it became a legend in the extreme skiing community. His companion on that adventure was the Certina DS-2 Chronolympic. It was a hardy chronograph built for adventure. There is a way of considering the world’s tallest peaks that […] Visit The Man Who Skied Down Everest With A Certina DS-2 Watch to read the full article.

Sometimes perpetual calendars are too complicated but a simple calendar just doesn't cut it anymore because nearly half the months have less than 31 days, making it five adjustments a year too many for some. But don’t fret, there is a middle ground between the most basic calendar watches and complex perpetual calendars: the annual calendar automatically adjusts for each month with 30 or 31 days, meaning just one adjustment per year for the owner in February. Here's a brief history of the complication. The post Annual Calendars Are Goldilocks Complications: Not Too Hot, Not Too Cold, Just Right appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Enthusiasts complain about watches being too thick all the time. What about too thin? The post When is a thin watch too thin? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post When is a thin watch too thin? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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If you’re enthusiastic about watches, gear, and gathering with other equally enthusiastic individuals—the Windup Watch Fair in San Francisco this year will be unlike any other watch event you’ve attended. We are thrilled to be returning to San Francisco, in an even more impactful way than ever. The Windup Watch Fair will be one of […] The post Meet More Enthusiasts Than Ever Before at the 2024 Windup Watch Fair San Francisco appeared first on Worn & Wound.

If you are like us, you’ve realized how difficult it can be to shop for others. Whether it is the recipient’s particular nature or the overload of options at your disposal, finding and choosing the right gift is an art. Fear not, though: we’ve assembled four gift guides right here in the Windup Watch Shop – […] The post Exploring Our Curated Gift Guides appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Three new Presage references showcase the dressier side of Seiko.

First released in 2022 for the Royal Oak’s 50th anniversary, calibre 2972 combines an automatic mechanism with a flying tourbillon. Now a new iteration comes as the new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked ‘Sand Gold’ ref. 26735SG.OO.1320SG.01 in 41 mm which introduces the very first timepiece crafted in ‘Sand gold’, a new 18K gold alloy developed by Audemars Piguet conferring rich plays of light. 

Considered the precursor of the luxury sports watch category, the Royal Oak turned fifty in 2022. As expected, Audemars Piguet went to town to fete its icon with a host of celebratory models. However, the excitement grew when AP unveiled the first 39mm Jumbo to be fitted with an ultra-thin flying tourbillon (calibre 2968). Officially […]

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British Watchmakers’ Day is nearly upon us. Tomorrow, March 9, watch lovers from across the UK (and across the world – our own Zach Weiss and Blake Malin will be in attendance) will descend on Lindley Hall in Westminster to celebrate all that British watchmaking has to offer. The event is run by the Alliance […] The post Roger W. Smith and His Unique Series 1 Made for British Watchmakers’ Day appeared first on Worn & Wound.

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