Experiencing the Ulysse Nardin Classic Sonata
Understated, elegant, functional: the new Ulysse Nardin Classic Sonata is it all. However, it also cleverly hides the fact that this a very complicated watch. Dual time, alarm function and a large date complication are all clearly visible, but hidden in the movement are the gongs that make this alarm so pleasant!
By Martin Green
A Different Dress Watch: Vacheron Constantin Traditionelle Day Date and Power Reserve
Some watches are born as a classic. This was for sure the case with the Vacheron Constantin Traditionelle Day Date and Power Reserve. In every way a classic dress watch, yet with a unique set of complications that give it a twist.
Throwback Thursday: Rolex Milgauss Ref 6541
Some watches are so rare that you are forgiven for not even being aware that they exist. Like this Rolex Milgauss reference 6541.
Harry Winston Presents Four New Avenue Watches Celebrating New York
At Baselworld 2017, Harry Winston debuts four new additions to its coveted The Avenue collection that reflect the grand decorative aesthetics of Art Deco.
Girard-Perregaux Laureato: Back in Business
When it comes to 1970’s sports watches the Girard-Perregaux Laureato has always been somewhat of an insider's choice. It does not have a following such as the Patek Philippe Nautilus or shares the recognizable profile of the Royal Oak by Audemars Piguet. For some, that might make it even more desirable, and those among us will be pleased that Girard-Perregaux has significantly expanded its line-up.
Bulgari Presents Octo Finissimo Automatic: The Slimmest Self-Winding Watch Today
Bulgari's Octo Finissimo Automatic, the slimmest self-winding piece on today’s market, is just 5.15 thick, setting a world record.
Haute Complication: Chopard L.U.C. Perpetual Chrono
For watch connoisseurs in general, and Chopard enthusiasts especially, the letters L.U.C. hold something special. Representing the initials of the brand's founder, Louis-Ulysse Chopard, they are only used for watches that feature a manufacture movement. Ever since Chopard introduced their very first manufacture caliber in 1996, they have become quite a force in watchmaking, and the L.U.C. Perpetual Chrono is one of their most tempting offerings.
Breitling Debuts Navitimer Rattrapante Chronograph
At Baselworld 2017, Breitling debuted the new Navitimer Rattrapante, which features the label’s inaugural in-house made, split-second chronograph movement.
Watch of the Week: Clé de Cartier Skeleton
The introduction of the Fine Watchmaking Collection by Cartier did several things for the brand, and one of them was making them known for their refined skeleton watches, like the Cle de Cartier.
The 1/100th of a Second Mechanical Chronograph: Zenith’s Defy El Primero 21
Swiss luxury horologer Zenith makes history with its novel Defy El Primero 21 watch that ticks with a hundredths of a second, in-house movement. Presented at Baselworld 2017, the timepiece boasts innovative design and capabilities that grow out of Zenith’s legacy of precision.
Maurice Lacroix introduces new Masterpiece Skeleton Chronograph
When you opt for a watch with a chronograph, there is a lot to choose. Within all these choices the Masterpiece Skeleton Chronograph by Maurice Lacroix takes a very clear standing, they put the chronograph complication on center-stage.
TAG-Heuer Autavia: Timeless style back in business!
Few brands have such a strong division in their collection as TAG-Heuer. It is a company that is very future focused, yet because they have always been like this, also has an impressive past. With the new Autavia they connect these two world: vintage on the outside, modern on the inside.
Hublot and Ferrari Present Techframe Ferrari Chronograph
Welcome the Techframe Ferrari 70 Years Tourbillon Chronograph – a watch designed by Ferrari and executed by Hublot. It debuted at Baselworld 2017.
Waiting Is A Pleasure With The ‘Slim d’Hermès L’heure impatiente’
La Montre Hermès has created the 'Slim d'Hermès L'heure impatiente' to mark life's important moments and share them with us.
Four Unusual Diver Watches
When it comes to diver watches, many follow the same design principles. Few take the creative route and create a diver that you can still carry to the depths of the ocean, but looks unlike any other. We take a closer look at four of them that do.
Pre-Baselworld 2017: Christophe Claret X-TREM-1 StingHD
What is the continuing appeal of pirates and privateers? Their sense of freedom or their adventurous life? Whatever it is, it has long ago also infected the world of Haute Horlogerie, and now Skull and Bones-watches form their own niche. New member to this elite group of watches is the X-TREM-1 StingHD by Christophe Claret.
Haute Complication: De Bethune DB28 Kind of Blue Tourbillon
De Bethune watches don't seem to come out of Switzerland, but straight out of space! Their high-tech designs present traditional Swiss watchmaking in such a progressive shape that you get groundbreaking watches. This applies especially to the DB28 "Kind of Blue" Tourbillon.