Throwback Thursday: Rolex Submariner “Meters first”

Part of the appeal of the earlier Rolex Submariners is that they transport you to a different time. A time in which these type of watches where worn by people who mainly bought them as a tool for their chosen profession. People that explored the world, that went to places, and in case of the Submariner, depths that no human being has gone before. That appeal can still be found in this Rolex, but especially in the earlier models.

By Martin Green

Artisans de Geneve And Juan Pablo Montoya Take On A Legendary Chronograph

In the world of car racing, Juan Pablo Montoya is a man whose accomplishments are not limited to a single championship. He won the prestigious CART title in his rookie year, as Formula One Driver he won among others the Grand Prix of Monaco and Silverstone, and on top of that, he was also three times victorious in the 24 Hours of Daytona and also won the Indianapolis 500. He now follows in the footsteps of Spike Lee and Lenny Kravitz, by joining Artisans de Genève to create an exclusive watch; 'La Montoya'

Hublot Goes Green!

In the hustle and bustle of Geneva last week, it seems like a minor introduction, yet one that most certainly warrants a closer look, as Hublot launched the Classic Fusion with a green dial. Normally, a modest change of dial color is little reason for excitement. This seems especially the case for a brand like Hublot, which is known to pull out all stops for its new models and limited editions. So what makes this green dial so special?

Hublot Expands Existing Collections In Extraordinary Ways

Hublot never sits still, and while Baselworld is the usual epicenter of the brand to introduce new watches, they don't let that limit their sense of innovation. Also this week in Geneva Hublot introduced some watches that pay once again tribute to the "Art of Fusion", expanding existing collections in extraordinary ways!

Exploring The Contemporary Elegance Of The F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain

Say the name Journe, and many watch enthusiasts will get instantly excited, as the Master-watchmaker from Geneva has built an impressive reputation based on equally impressive watches. It is however not always the complications that do the talking, as this Chronometre Souverain shows.

Meet The Worlds Most Expensive Vintage Rolex

Last weekend it was time for the traditional May auctions in Geneva. Expectations were high, and as the hammer came down, time after time exceeded! Especially Rolex shattered some records, making several of them the most expensive vintage Rolex in their category!

Kicking Off Geneva’s Auction Weekend With Rare Rolex And Other Vintage Delights

Geneva's May auctions are always an exciting happening. Christie's offers a wide array of different vintage watches, from Patek Philippe perpetual calendar's owned by an Emperor to a rare, white gold, Rolex Submariner 1680 prototype.

The Glorious Watches of Phillips upcoming Geneva Auction

Watch auctions are always excited, but those of Phillips seem to be in a category of their own. This is in part thanks to amazing watches such as the Patek Philippe red. 2499, but while watches are these capture the headlines, the auction has much more to offer!

Two F.P. Journe Timepieces Were Auctioned Off For Charity

A pair of stunning F.P. Journe watches were sold in a charity auction benefitting Action Innocence.

Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Geneve Announces List Of 2014 Finalists, And Give Public Chance To Win A Girard-Perregaux

The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) has revealed the list of 2014 finalists and opened the Public Vote with a chance to win a Girard-Perregaux...

Five Lessons From Audemars Piguet: Invest In Young Talent (Part Two)

Besides the stunning watches on display, one thing that struck us as we toured the Audemars Piguet and Audemars Piguet Renaud & Papi manufactures, was the age of the watchmakers and artists that we saw.

Omega’s Seamaster Aqua Terra >15,000 Gauss the First Truly Anti-Magnetic Watch

OMEGA AQUA TERRA is the first ever movement resistant to magnetic fields. The Seamaster Aqua Terra was officially unveiled in New York City.

Rare 1953 Rolex Monometer Up For Auction

Last week we told you about a rare set of jeweled Patek Philippe timepieces going under the gavel in Geneva, Switzerland. Today, we’re taking a look at another rare lot from Antiquorum’s upcoming “Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces” auction. The event, which will take place at the Hotel Richemond Geneva on March 17th, will include the sale […]

Audemars Piguet Showcasing 2013 Novelties at Trunk Show

Luxury watchmakers Audemars Piguet are giving us another chance to see the collection unveiled at the 2013 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie. Those who first glimpsed the collection at SIHH will have the opportunity to get a more thorough look at the watches, while those who couldn’t make it to Geneva can see what’s in store for this […]

RJ-Romain Jerome Blast Off With Spacecraft Pilot’s Watch

Luxury watchmakers RJ-Romain Jerome have unveiled their first ever pilot’s watch, a timepiece aptly named the Spacecraft. Created by RJ-Romain Jerome CEO Manuel Emch, watch designer Eric Giroud and independent watchmaker Jean-Marc Wiederrecht, the limited-edition Spacecraft model comprises a unique complication housed in a pure, restrained design. When Emch, Giroud and Wiederrecht began development of this […]

Vacheron Constantin Celebrate New Boutique on Historic Rue de la Paix in Paris

Luxury watchmakers Vacheron Constantin have officially opened a boutique in one of the world’s most stylish cities – Paris. The Rue de la Paix boutique, which is the brand’s 35th, will house all of the Geneva, Switzerland-based manufacture’s collections, as well as a vintage collection named “Vacheron Constantin les Collectioneurs”. This intimate new space (the boutique covers 85m2) is the height of elegance, […]

Piaget Adds Brandebourg Motif Pieces to “Couture Précieuse” Collection

Last month during the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, Piaget added to its “Couture Précieuse” collection. In Geneva, Switzerland, the luxury watchmaker showcased its style with delicate new jewelry and watches in the “brandebourg” motif, an ornamental braiding traditionally used in ceremonial costumes. Piaget, which originally mastered the flat knot for its 2008 Paris – […]