SIHH 2018: Richard Mille Launches New RM 53-01 Tourbillon Pablo Mac Donough

The 2018 edition of the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, also known as SIHH, offers many highlights, and not in the least due to the many new watches that are introduced, of which Richard Mille's new RM 53-01 Tourbillon made for polo champion Pablo Mac Donough is one of the most exciting ones!

By Martin Green

SIHH 2018: Vacheron Constantin’s New Masterpieces!

Vacheron Constantin is not just releasing just a few new models this edition of the SIHH, but an entire array of complicated masterpieces! It starts with a whole new collection, the FIFTYSIX, which is inspired on Vacheron Constantin's reference 6073, which the brand launched in 1956. Elegant yet masculine lines envoke the style of this era, and transform it into the 21st century. The FIFTYSIX will be available in three different varieties, a date model, one featuring day of the week, date, power-reserve indicator, and the final version features a complete calendar with precision moon phase.

Watch Of The Week: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Pirelli Double Flying Tourbillon

In 2017 Roger Dubuis truly cemented its connection with the world of high-performance cars. Not only entered a unique alliance with Lamborghini, and introduced two amazing watches to mark the occasion, they also joined forces with Pirelli. One of our favorite watches from that collection is the Excalibur Spider Pirelli Double Flying Tourbillon.

Four Watches To Hit The Gym With In 2018

A new year comes for many people with new years resolutions, and they often involve the gym. Of course, you don't want your wrist game to suffer when you give it your best, and with these four watches, you don't have to!

Haute Time’s Favorite Hublots Of 2017

Surprised that you missed a Hublot in our line-up of our favorite new watches of 2017? Well, it is not that we didn't have any, it was more the case that we had too many! Many brands only focus on the big watch fairs early in the year to release their novelties, but for Hublot, innovation is a constant factor, so they do it throughout the year. 2017 was once more an exceptional year for Hublot, so after a long debate, these are our favorites!

Haute Time’s Favorite Watches Of 2017 Part I

When the new year is coming closer people tend to look back at what the current year has brought them. During the course of the year, the tide turned, and many brands enjoyed, once more, increased sales. This was in part due to some incredible new models that were introduced, which worked up an appetite with watch collectors and connoisseurs. At Haute Time we also look back, with our favorite watches of 2017!

Material Good And Audemars Piguet Dream Up Two New Versions Of The Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph Squelette

When Audemars Piguet introduced the Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph Squelette at the 2016 SIHH, the watch caused quite a stir, and rightfully so. Within the iconic octagonal case, crafted from platinum, was now a skeletonized tourbillon chronograph movement. A dream watch by any means!

Drenched In Diamonds: The World’s Most Exclusive, And Expensive, Diamond Set Watches

How can you upgrade a watch that is already a horological masterpiece? Set them with diamonds! This by itself is a form of art, as nothing is so complicated as setting a three dimensional, functional, object like a watch with diamonds. It often takes weeks, if not months, to make them, not only the movement but also to complete the diamond setting. The result is spectacular! Meet the world's most exclusive and expensive diamond set watches!

Why A Graff Is Still A Graff Even Without Diamonds

It seems somewhat of a contradiction, as such an esteemed and respected name in diamond trading, to have watches in your collection that are not set with precious stones. In fact, it illustrates how far Graff has come, as their watches are now generally accepted as masterpieces, even without diamonds.

The Exciting Pre-SIHH 2018 Models Of Ulysse Nardin and Hermes

The announcement of the pre-SIHH models always feels like Christmas is coming early! These previews most certainly wet the appetite, and are a sign of great things to come! Among the brands that participate at the SIHH, Cartier, Ulysse Nardin, and Hermès have already given us a taste what to expect this January.

Large Watches With Room For Big Complications

Smaller and thinner watches seem to be the trend again lately, but sometimes you just need a larger watch. Not only because you enjoy wearing something substantial on your wrist, but also because this provides the room to fit it with the most extraordinary complications!

When A Tourbillon Takes Center Stage: Franck Muller Vanguard Gravity Tourbillon Yachting

There is no shortage of tourbillons in the world of Haute Horlogerie. As a result, many brands push the boundaries of this complication further, into uncharted territory. Among them is Franck Muller, who gives the tourbillon center stage with the Vanguard Gravity Tourbillon Yachting.

Richard Mille Innovates Again: Introducing The New RM 70-01 Tourbillon Alain Prost

If there is one man capable of thinking outside the box, it is Richard Mille. Often inspired by his famous clients, he loves to create new complications that often serve a very specific sport or activity. Such is also the case with his latest collaboration with Alain Prost. The four-time Formula One World Champion is now an avid cyclist, and that also sparked to novel complication in this new Richard Mille: The odometer.

Three Fantastic Floral Infused Timepieces

Florals are back with a vengeance, in bold, bewitching forms. From feminine romanticism to artistic abstract prints, one thing is for certain, floral is here to stay. In-keeping with its season-less attributes, these three floral infused timepieces will ensure you remain in bloom.

Three Of The World’s Most Expensive GMT Watches

When traveling across the globe, there is nothing quite like having a watch on your wrist that can keep up with it. Measuring time in different time zones simultaneously is something that is not that extraordinary anymore, with nearly every brand offering at least one model that can do this. However, when you travel the world in the comfort of your own private jet, many of these watches simply won't do. Then you are looking for the best, the most complicated, the most expensive GMT-watches, and these Three might just fit the bill!

Three Fabulous Minute Repeaters

Of all complications, the minute repeater remains one of the most coveted. It is so complicated to make that it will always remain a rarity. While tourbillons have enjoyed increasing popularity, also because it is available at a much lower price point, the minute repeater remains a precious expression of the art of Haute Horlogerie.

Tourbillons: Why Settle For One?

Why settle for one tourbillon in your watch when you can have more? We take a closer look at three of our favorite double tourbillon watches!