Rolex-Sponsored “DeepSea Challenge” Dives To Lowest Point On Earth

The DeepSea Challenge, the joint scientific expedition sponsored by Hollywood director James Cameron, National Geographic and Rolex, made the first-ever successful dive  27,119 feet into the Mariana Trench, the lowest point in the planet, off the coast of Australia and Papua New Guinea on March 26. Now the expedition shifts to the next phase of […]

By Seth Semilof

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reveals Winner Of “MAD ABOUT REVERSO” Contest

Back in March, Jaeger-LeCoultre ran a content through Facebook asking fans to prepare an advertising campaign, inspired by the 1960s Mad Men era for the iconic  “Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Tribute to 1931” watch. Kaveh Hearian has just been announced as the winner of the “MAD ABOUT REVERSO” contest for his outstanding campaign art and tagline, “Time is luxury, invest it WISELY.” […]

Watch The Making Of Grieb & Benzinger’s $450,000 Blue Danube

Grieb & Benzinger created a rebirth of a masterpiece after 120 years—the $450,000 Blue Danube. More than 400 parts have been restored to breathe new life into the timepiece of 11 hours, 3 quarter hours and 14 minutes and 2 split seconds chronograph hands. The unique masterpiece was refined by Jochen Benzinger and revived by Hermann […]

Haute Time Presents “Timepiece Madness:” Vote For Your Favorite Watches Now

Welcome to Haute Time Timepiece Madness! Our Haute Time curators have carefully selected the hautest timepieces shown at this year’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) and Basel World 2012. In our haute spin on March Madness, 32 of the most luxurious and technologically advanced timepieces from the finest watchmakers will compete against one […]

Haute Time Sits Down With Michele Sofisti, CEO of Sowind Group At Basel World 2012

Haute Time Curator Seth Semilof sits down with Michele Sofisti, CEO of Sowind Group At Basel World 2012

Haute Time Presents Pierre Jacques, CEO of De Bethune Timepieces at Basel World

Haute Time Curator Seth Semilof sits down with Pierre Jacques, CEO of De Bethune timepieces at Basel World 2012

Jay-Z Buys Jacob and Co. Jewelry for Anniversary Gift to Beyoncé

Jay-Z was seen leaving the mecca of ultra-luxe jewelery, NYC’s Jacob & Co. Walking out of the boutique, Jay was immersed in conversation with none other than Jacob “the Jeweler” Arabo. Sources are saying the meeting was for the rapper to choose a stunning, and incredibly luxurious, piece from Jacob the Jeweler for his upcoming […]

Louis Moinet Receives Red Dot Award For Geographic Rainforest Timepiece

Louis Moinet received the  “Red dot: best of the best 2012” for its Geograph Rainforest timepiece. The international accolade is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the field of design. It also rewards products meeting the highest criteria in design quality, innovation and appeal. Less than 10 watches have earned this award since the beginning […]

5 Questions With Christophe Claret Of Christophe Claret Timepieces

Haute Time: Tell us some of the most exciting developments at Christophe Claret today? Christophe Claret: The most exciting project which is been developed at the moment is a movement for the Christophe Claret brand. It is single-pusher automatic chronograph with, you can imagine, additional interesting and useful innovations. We will present it at Basel World 2013. […]

Morgan’s Jewelers Owner Marshall Varon Hand-Picks Top Rolex Models

Morgan’s Jewelers has been the official Rolex Jeweler for the South Bay area of Los Angeles for more than 45 years and its owner, Marshall Varon, spoke to Haute Time about the best Rolex models, most of which he owns. The Rolex Watch Company is one of the most recommended and recognizable brands in luxury […]

Haute Time Meets With Jacob Arabo, Founder Of The Famous Jacob and Co.

Haute Time Curator Seth Semilof meets with Jacob Arabo, founder of Famous Jacob and Co.

Haute Time Sits Down With Doron Basha, CEO of Milus in The Americas

Haute Time Curator Seth Semilof sits down with Doron Basha, CEO of Milus in The Americas at Basel World 2012

Audemars Piguet Creates Limited Edition Celebrating Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Hong Kong

In order to commemorate the 14th anniversary of the Queen Elizabeth II Cup in Hong Kong, Audemars Piguet launched a limited edition timepiece of the Tradition collection. Audemars Piguet was founded 137 years ago and has enjoyed a synergistic partnership with the Hong Kong Jockey Club for the sponsorship of the AP QEII Cup race since 1999. […]

Haute Time Presents CEO Of Carl F. Bucherer, Sascha Moeri At Basel World

At Basel World, Haute Time had the honor of sitting down with Sascha Moeri, the CEO of Carl F. Bucherer.

Haute Time’s Exclusive Tour Of Buben & Zörweg With Harald Buben At Basel World

Haute Time gets an exclusive look at all the Buben & Zörweg pieces at Basel World with Harald Buben

RJ-Romain Jerome Commemorates 100th Anniversary Of Launch Of Titanic With Two Limited Series

April 2, 1912 marked the first time the Titanic set sail on the Atlantic waters. The powerful symbol of the industrial age and the gem of the White Star Line caused a media frenzy worldwide, and one hundred years later, the Titanic’s star power continues to live on. RJ-Romain Jerome pays tribute to the 100th […]

Yin and Yang: The Blancpain Traditional Chinese Calendar Watch

Jack Forster reviews the Blancpain Tradition Chinese Calendar Watch