Hermes: 100 Years Of Horological History
La Montre Hermès has presented its two first manufacture movements which, alongside the “Grandes Heures” and “Le temps suspendu” complications, stays with the divine craftsmanship and excellence commanded by a House with a watchmaking tradition that dates back to 1912. One calibre has given rise to two elite movements measuring time in both the feminine […]
By Seth Semilof
Bell & Ross Announce the Release of Three New Stunning Timepieces
WW1 HEURE SAUTANTE Bell & Ross designs Haute Horlogerie for men who think time is not simply just a tool but a genuine passion. Once again, Bell & Ross has satisfied this passion with a complication that has an original display and perfect legibility: the Vintage WW1 Heure Sautante. In its platinum edition, the Vintage […]
Zenith Debuts New Pilot Collection And The El Primero Espada at Baselworld
Released today in Baselworld, Zenith debuted the new El Primero Espada timepiece and the Pilot Collection The El Primero Espada is a three hands watch with an Automatic High Frequency Caliber. The timepiece has a 40 mm case diameter, available in rose gold or stainless steel with 50 hours power reserve The new Pilot Collection is as the name was […]
Federal Councillor Schneider-Ammann Will Open BASELWORLD 2012
Switzerland’s Minister of Economic Affairs, Federal Councillor Johann Schneider-Ammann, will be opening the The BASELWORLD Watch and Jewellery Show that will be running from March 8 to 15, 2012 in Basel. For more than 1,500 elite watch companies and more than 100,000 visitors from all over the globe, BASELWORLD 2012 is the most influential industry […]
5 Questions with Scott Devon Of Devon Timepieces
Haute Living: Tell us some of the most exciting developments at Devon Timepieces today? Scott Devon: We are introducing Devon Tread 2 at Basel next month. We are very pleased with the initial prototypes and excited to hear the response . Haute Living: What watch do you wear daily? Scott Devon: We have a global patent on […]
Swiss Watch Dial Supplier In Talks With Hermes
As luxury watchmakers struggle to obtain supplies of high-quality parts, French handbag maker Hermes said their watch unit has been in exclusive talks to buy all of Swiss high-end dial maker, Nateber. Hermes agreed to buy almost a third of family-owned Swiss watch case maker Joseph Erard and made this move several months later. Details […]
Hublot’s Diamond Encrusted Watch to be the Star at Baselworld
The Baselworld exhibition expects to see over 100,000 visitors that will include industry experts, aficionados from 100 different countries, and journalist from around the world. Over 1,800 exhibitors from more than 40 countries will present renowned brands such as Dior, Rolex, and Tag Heuer that have exclusive deals with Baselworld and use the exhibition to […]
BaselWorld 2012 Will Unveil The X-Trem-1 Featuring A Tourbillon Timepiece
Watch enthusiasts await the Baselworld every year, and as it is slowly reveiled what will be at Baselworld 2012, they can’t help but look forward to this event. Rumored to steal the watch collectors hearts at Baselworld is Christophe Claret’s X-Trem-1. A breathtaking splendor, this high-tech, high-end tourbillion timepiece utilizes a magnetic field to create […]
Cacheux Pays Homage to Precious Stones With New Collection
Watch companies are known for sticking to a carry-on tradition ethos, but Cacheux’s new Bespoke Collection is offering something new and fresh. Buyers will be able to customize the watch; choosing from what kind of precious stone and strapping of the timepiece, tourbillion movement and what type of glitter for the stone. The timepiece has […]
Vacheron Constantin Opens Member’s Only Website
The oldest Swiss timepiece company, Vacheron Constantin, got with the times opening the exclusive Social Media network, The Hour Club. Exclusive only to owners and collectors of the storied brand, members can receive exclusive information, notable watch buys and news on collectible items from around the world. Members to The Hour Club can set up […]
Occupy Swatch Movement
Swatch has just unveiled their latest creation – a watch for the global Occupy protest movement. Displaying the word “occupy” on it during the companies news conference in Geneva on Thursday, Nick Hayek – chief executive officer of Swatch Group AG, and the rest of the Swiss company’s executive management board all wore the bright […]
Introducing The BELL & ROSS – BR 01 Horizon
Staying true to the Bell & Ross history, the aviation collection is motivated by aircraft cockpits, where each instrument is a reference point in terms of reliability, legibility, and performance. The attitude indicator, a crucial instrument in air navigation, makes it feasible to monitor the aircraft’s position in relation to the horizon, despite of […]
TAG Heuer Baselworld 2012 Preview
The main watch show of the year- Baselworld- kicks off next week in Basel, Switzerland. It’s a chaotic week when watch brands rival for the interest of customers, collectors and the press. About 1800 companies will be present at Basel, with more than 100,00 visitors anticipated. The main attraction is the opportunity to see the […]
Patek Philippe Reveals New Site
Patek Philippe has recently revealed their new sleek and modern website, just in time for Baselworld 2012. Easy navigation, product information and ordering, along with informative information about the company, the site is reflective of the prestigious and undisputed reputation Patek Philippe has become known for. www.patek.com
Jaquet Droz Inspires Oscar Winning Film “Hugo”
Swiss watchmaker Jaquet Droz was especially proud to hear that Martin Scorsese and his film, HUGO took home its five Academy Awards this past Sunday—including one for Best Cinematography. In a recen LA Times article, Mr. Dick George, the prop maker for the film, credited Jaquet Droz automatons as his inspiration for the robots in […]
Oscar Winner Jean Dujardin Opted For A Jaeger-LeCoultre For The Big Night
The Oscar for Best Actor for his role in the film “The Artist” at the 84th Annual Academy Awards was won by French actor Jean Dujardin. For this memorable evening, the star wore a Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea watch, an elegant re-edition of the world’s initial diver’s watch featuring an alarm function. Jean […]
5 Questions With Breitling USA President, Thierry Prissert
1. Tell us some of the most exciting developments at Breitling today? There are a lot of exciting developments at Breitling today. One of our most significant developments has been the creation and enhancement of our own in-house movement. In 2009, prior to the restrictions of Swatch sourcing watch movement to various vendors, we produced […]
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