Fifty years ago the Omega Speedmaster became the very first watch to be worn on the moon when Apollo XI landed, and Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped on the lunar surface. This is the stuff of legends, as it was a defining moment in the history of humankind. To celebrate this major achievement Omega created the BA135.022, the first limited edition of the Speedmaster dedicated to achievement in space exploration. It was a precious watch, crafted from yellow gold, with a yellow gold bracelet, and a distinct burgundy bezel, made from anodised aluminium and powered by caliber 861.

Twenty-five years ago Omega launched the Seamaster Diver 300M. It was part of a collection that was one of the pillars of Omega for decades, but this new watch was different. With its distinct bracelet design, wave dial and charismatic bezel it broke the mould and became an icon. For a diving watch that is quite something to accomplish, as in many cases their design is very traditional, often using one or more design elements of that other icon; the Rolex Submariner.

There are many ways to say 'I love you!' but giving a watch to your loved one is a way that lasts. Particularly for men, it is often one of the few items of jewellery that they wear, so it is a daily reminder of that someone special. But which one to choose? Especially in the last few years ceramic has turned from a trend into a staple in the watch industry. The material was pioneered in the watch industry by Rado and IWC, but now also an intricate part of the DNA of brands like Hublot and Zenith. It is light, scratch resistant and heats up to the same temperature as the skin quite fast. But while the choice for the material might be obvious, the specific model might still be a quest of its own in which these four suggestions might help.

No excuses; A commitment to yourself is just as important as the ones you make to other people. The holidays are a great time to enjoy the company of friends and family and indulge in the good things of life, but now it is time to get back into the thick of things, and you can only excel in that when you are the best version of you that you can be. So don't meet those new years resolutions, but beat them. These four sports watches won't do it for you but can help you achieve the goals that you set for yourself.

In the last few decades, it has become a common practice for watch brands to team up with actors, athletes, and other well-known individuals as a part to market their products. In the beginning, this approach was often quite simple, combining a famous name and face to a watch model already existing in the collection. In some cases, special limited editions were made, but again it was usually the watch brand that decided on the design, with limited influence of the celebrity.

Along with delicious treats, festive bubbly, and good company, a big highlight of any New Year’s Eve party is of course, the countdown! And depending on where you live, there are probably more than a handful of cities that will step into 2019 before you. This year, enjoy more than one countdown by ringing in the New Year across a slew of time zones with one of these world timer watches.

One of the most popular complications in the world of watches is still the chronograph. It adds a dynamic feature to a watch and more ways to interact with it. With various subdials it also makes the watch look more sportive and technical. No wonder that the vast majority of brands often have several chronograph models to choose from. However, there are a few that go beyond just being a chronograph, and have once broken the mold in this category.

There is no shortage of beautiful ladies watches, but when you are looking one that supports an active lifestyle, the list gets considerably shorter. There are only a few watches that you can take through their paces without having to think twice about it and which look good while doing so. These four, for example, got you covered!

When it comes to calendar watches, ones that display the day of the week along with the date of the month are perennial favorites. Unlike some other watch complications, the day-date is actually a useful one, even in today’s modernized world.

Spoiled by a long summer, most people living in the northern hemisphere now have to deal with lower temperatures, and in some cases even snow. This sets the scenery for the upcoming holidays, and with that also for these watches, which go very well with a bit of winter wonderland!

Diver's watches are among the most popular type of watches in the industry. Of course, the vast majority of them never see more water than the backyard pool, or the occasional dip into the sea to cool off during a day spent on the yacht. But the popularity of diving watches goes beyond their initial purpose; because they are build robustly, to withstand high water pressures, they can also handle nearly all situations on land with grace. This makes them both in terms of looks, as well as in capabilities, the perfect choice for many people to match their lifestyle. Here are four watches that love getting wet, but also look great on the wrist when they don't!

Bringing together two different colored metals on one watch is certainly not new in the luxury watch landscape. However, the use of rose gold rather than more traditional yellow gold to sit alongside stainless steel is a fresher approach to two-tone timepieces.

This weekend it is time for some action again in Geneva, as Phillips will be having its November auction. As is usual, there are many highlights among the 226 lots that will hopefully be welcomed by their new owners. As always, the selection is remarkably diverse, but also very high-end not only in terms of make and model but also in terms of quality. Here are a few lots that caught our eye!

For most watch collectors, a collection is not complete without at least one diving watch. And in the luxury watch space, there are a handful of brands known for making some of the best dive models out there.

Omega has a knack for making extraordinary, limited editions of the Speedmaster. With its rich history, there is a lot of inspiration available and with the Speedmaster "Dark Side Of The Moon' Apollo 8, the brand takes this to the next level! It was in 1968, that the crew of the Apollo 8 became the first humans to ever see the dark side of the moon, hence the theme of this watch!

As students are heading back to school in droves armed with new supplies, clothes, and shoes to flaunt on campus, get into the spirit of the season with a fine timepiece that’ll earn you an A+ for style. Photo Credit: Cartier Drive de Cartier To the delight of luxury watch enthusiasts everywhere, Cartier unveiled a […]