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The first-ever product to be launched by Porsche Design was a wristwatch, which was presented in 1972 and designed by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche. A radical design back then and a great expression of the motto “forms follows function” this utilitarian concept would quickly gain new heights with Porsche Design’s emblematic 1970s Military Chronograph. More than […]

Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air. This week, we discuss time-only watches from the ’40s and ’50s. It’s a subject that Balazs knows well, and Mike is keen to pick his brain on it. This is a slightly different topic for us, so don’t expect the usual brands to surface. We hope you […] Visit Fratello On Air: Discussing Time-Only Watches From The ’40s And ’50s to read the full article.

Porsche Design is bringing back its famous “Military Chronograph” (Ref. 7177) from the 1970s (back then co-developed with Orfina, shown in the picture below on the left) in a limited edition of 250 pieces, available from January 15, 2024. ...

It’s already been a little over a year since the launch of the Seiko 5 Sports GMT series. I can still remember the palpable excitement within the watch community when the watches came out. Some people had already seen some leaked images, and others had been simply hoping the concept would become a reality one […] Visit Introducing: Three New US-Exclusive Seiko 5 SKX Sports Style GMT Watches to read the full article.

Rexhep Rexhepi, renowned as a formidable watchmaker and horological prodigy, solidified his reputation through a remarkable journey. His exceptional career took a significant turn when he joined one of contemporary watchmaking giants, Francois-Paul Journe. In 2012, at the young age of 25, Rexhepi embarked on his horological odyssey by establishing Akrivia, a watchmaking studio bearing… Continue reading Rexhep Rexhepi, The Remarkable Journey of the Horological Prodigy The post Rexhep Rexhepi, The Remarkable Journey of the Horological Prodigy appeared first on Revolution Watch.

“The Holy Trinity,” as any watch nerd knows, refers to the triumvirate of Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Vacheron Constantin. Colin Smith takes a look at what we mean – or think we mean - when we describe PP, AP, and VC as the “Holy Trinity” of watchmaking and when we describe a timepiece as our “grail watch.” The post Grail Watches: The Holy Trinity (Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Vacheron Constantin) – And What is a ‘Grail Watch’ Anyway? – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The 'iykyk' collaboration is a playfully irreverent limited edition made for those in the know. Because if you know, you know…

It won’t come as a surprise to say that most of the current watches produced by Grand Seiko are profoundly inspired by their country of origin, Japan. Whether it is depicting dials modelled after the country’s landscapes, crafted according to traditional crafts, or simply representing local culture, this is one of the elements that makes […]

A partnership between Louis Vuitton and Rexhep Rexhepi of Akrivia marks the inaugural entry of Louis Vuitton's collaborative series with independent watchmakers. The post The Louis Vuitton x Akrivia LVRR-01 Chronographe à Sonnerie proves Louis Vuitton is a safe haven for independent watchmaking appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The Louis Vuitton x Akrivia LVRR-01 Chronographe à Sonnerie proves Louis Vuitton is a safe haven for independent watchmaking appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Akrivia and Rexhep have somewhat of a cult following and it’s not until you get to peruse one of his watches in the metal that you come to realize the great and the not-so-great things about the brand and their watches. Today, as we published the news about the Akrivia X Louis Vuitton LVRR-01 Chronographe à Sonnerie, I had to go back to my notes when I dissected the Akrivia AK-06.

MAEN Watches has relaunched their vintage inspired Skymaster 38 chronograph over the weekend, adding three new updated references to the collection, including a surprising limited edition. The Skymaster feels like a watch right in MAEN’s wheelhouse: a sports watch with an aesthetic that’s clearly inspired by the past, but executed at an incredibly high level […] The post MAEN Launches the Third Version of their Skymaster 38 with a New Movement and a Surprising Collaborator appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Louis Vuitton and Rexhep Rexhepi from Akrivia launch the LVRR-01 Chronographe à Sonnerie. Following the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives announced in early 2023, Louis Vuitton is embarking on a series of collaborative timepieces with renowned independent watchmakers, with the inaugural project being the LVRR-01 Chronographe à Sonnerie born from the collaboration between Atelier Akrivia and Louis Vuitton.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors In an interesting and very exciting event in Santa Barbara where we just attended, we bring you breaking new of the release of a new Louis Vuitton partnership, a first of five. This is the premier: the Louis Vuitton x Rexhep Rexhepi LVRR-01 Chronographe à Sonnerie. Release information with commentary in italics. Hands on with [...] The post Breaking: new Louis Vuitton x Rexhep Rexhepi LVRR-01 Chronographe à Sonnerie appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

The love of Jean Arnault, head of Louis Vuitton watches, for independent watchmaking is not a secret anymore. In addition to revamping entirely the brand’s collection with a new Tambour watch, the man is behind a great initiative for the indie watch scene, the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives, as well as relaunching […]

I’m a firm believer that entry-level models often show the true essence of a brand. It’s the first point of contact for many buyers and, therefore, is a good representation of the design elements, quality, and creativity that define a company’s offerings. This is no different for NOMOS Glashütte’s Club model. The German brand has […] The post Nomos Brings Back the Classic Club with Some Subtle Upgrades appeared first on Worn & Wound.

A world's first chiming chronograph from Akrivia kicks off a quintet of limited edition collaborations for Louis Vuitton.

At Collectability we love treasure hunting, and we particularly love pocket watches. Visiting Alex Ku’s collection of pocket watches on show at the Horological Society of New York’s elegant library is a happy combination of both. In seven short years, Alex Ku has amassed an impressive collection of pocket watches that span over 300 years of important horological advancements. The exhibit comes to an end in December, and we strongly encourage you to visit if you are in the New […] The post POCKET GENIUS: THE WATCH COLLECTION OF ALEX KU appeared first on Collectability.

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