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INTRODUCING: Five new Tissot PRX 35mm pieces get a bold new look

15.03.22

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INTRODUCING: Five new Tissot PRX 35mm pieces get a bold new look

The words “Tissot PRX” have crossed my lips on many occasions over the past year or so since its release, mostly in the context of…

Things are about to get crazy. The Tissot PRX now comes in a Valjoux-powered 42mm panda chronograph, and Australians can order it here today

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11.03.22

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Things are about to get crazy. The Tissot PRX now comes in a Valjoux-powered 42mm panda chronograph, and Australians can order it here today

The PRX Automatic Chronograph was always going to be a big deal. In its essence, it stands to be a hot chronograph line extension that,…

Why the revamp of the Omega Speedmaster ’57 collection is an evolution in all the right ways

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10.03.22

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Why the revamp of the Omega Speedmaster ’57 collection is an evolution in all the right ways

I’ve always had a crush on the dual register Omega Speedmaster ’57 collection. The design felt modern and sleek while I also appreciated the date…

The Ming 22.01 GMT may be your best shot at getting your hands on this hot independent

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09.03.22

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The Ming 22.01 GMT may be your best shot at getting your hands on this hot independent

I’m going to be honest with you. The appeal of independent watch brands has grown in my day-to-day involvement with this hobby. The chance of…

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02.03.22

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INTRODUCING: The tiny modification to the Longines Spirit 37 collection that make the watches even better

When the Longines Spirit collection originally dropped, perfection was on everybody’s mind. The design was fresh enough to be exciting, yet familiar enough to feel…

A multi Kurono owner shares his tips to secure the new Chronograph II White Shiro

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24.02.22

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A multi Kurono owner shares his tips to secure the new Chronograph II White Shiro

Amongst those who know me in the metal, and, to be fair, if you have read my previous coverage of the brand, you know I…

More compact, thinner and “time only” – the Hublot Big Bang Integral in 40mm

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22.02.22

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More compact, thinner and “time only” – the Hublot Big Bang Integral in 40mm

The Hublot Integral, as its name suggests, has been a core representation of the sports-watch brand for quite some time now. It’s seen its fair…

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21.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Ledger is inspired by cryptocurrency

The future. It’s always here before you know it. And in an industry based on the anachronistic idea of the mechanical timepiece, Swiss watchmakers Hublot…

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18.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Seiko 5 Sports x Worn & Wound 10th Anniversary Limited Edition

Seiko loves to celebrate anniversaries. The 140th anniversary of the Seiko Corporation brought forth a ton of commemorative limited-edition novelties, for both the Seiko and…

Bulgari flexes their mechanical mastery with new Octo Roma models

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16.02.22

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Bulgari flexes their mechanical mastery with new Octo Roma models

Bulgari has become increasingly known for their achievements in chasing down thinness records and contributing to the craze of integrated bracelet sports watches. Introduced in…

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15.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Longines Legend Diver Watch adds new gradient dials to its repertoire

The Longines Legend Diver collection, since its inception in 2007, has presented a strong example of heritage revivals done right. Longines, a trendsetter in this…

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11.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 is smaller, sleeker in 42mm, and better optioned again

While some watch collectors may ‘pooh pooh’ smartwatches in general, ultimately it is the largest category of watches in the marketplace today. Sure, they may…

Zenith x Revolution & The Rake strike back with an “Airweight” titanium take on the wildly popular “Cover Girl”

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10.02.22

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Zenith x Revolution & The Rake strike back with an “Airweight” titanium take on the wildly popular “Cover Girl”

Zenith has been on a real hot-streak as of late, coming in strong for LVMH Watch Week with some very intriguing pieces such as the…

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09.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200 collection

The Aquaracer line from TAG Heuer has become as iconic to the history of the brand as the Monaco and the Carrera, given that it…

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05.02.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Golf Orange Carbon

Complications are where watch manufacturers display their technical prowess. Traditional functionalities such as perpetual calendars or rattrapante chronographs are, well, complicated to manufacture. But Hublot…

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29.01.22

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INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Midnight Borealis & Sunset (Live Pics)

Although fashion trends in the watch world tend to move a lot slower than trends in other industries, the current loop of obsessing over a…

All of the 42 new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary releases of 2022

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27.01.22

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All of the 42 new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary releases of 2022

Editor’s Note: Audemars Piguet did not hold back this week, starting off 2022 with a revamped Royal Oak Collection in honour of the 50th anniversary of…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: Bulgari 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: Bulgari 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties to…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: Zenith 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: Zenith 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: TAG Heuer 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: TAG Heuer 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: Hublot 2022 novelties overview

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25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: Hublot 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties…

The Louis Vuitton Tambour Carpe Diem is pure horological poetry

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18.01.22

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The Louis Vuitton Tambour Carpe Diem is pure horological poetry

It really isn’t often that watches, even the super-luxury timepieces that stretch well into six or seven figures, put so much care into visual execution…

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18.01.22

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INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Revival A3642 resurrects an octagonal design unlike any other

Who did it first? That is always a prominent question in watch design. When people begin to discuss the Zenith Defy, many people categorise it…

“Digital and luxury come together” – George Bamford reviews the new Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up Digital

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15.01.22

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“Digital and luxury come together” – George Bamford reviews the new Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up Digital

Editor’s note: You’re almost certainly familiar with George Bamford, but just in case you’ve been lagging behind here’s a quick background primer. George got involved in…

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13.01.22

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Naomi Osaka Limited Edition

Naomi Osaka is undeniably one of the modern tennis greats, but where she really stands out is in the press conferences. I’ll be the first…

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07.01.22

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INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko kicks off 2022 with icy blue dials, one of which is kira-zuri!

Back in 2020, Grand Seiko dropped two US Special Edition watches, marking the birth of the Sōkō Collection that takes its inspiration from the end…

Former Australasian head of Rolex Patrick Boutellier opens Rolex Boutique in Melbourne CBD, invites customers to “come and tell your story”

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21.12.21

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Former Australasian head of Rolex Patrick Boutellier opens Rolex Boutique in Melbourne CBD, invites customers to “come and tell your story”

There is a saying that when one door closes, another one opens. The only problem with that for Patrick Boutellier was that when he closed…

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17.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Aspen Snowmass Limited Edition

Many brands align themselves with celebrities and famous influencers, but nothing is more authentic than nature and sport itself. In honor of the 75th anniversary…

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16.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Monochrome Montre de Souscription 2 x Czapek Antarctique “Monochrome White”

While the collection has been around for years now, more and more members of the watch community are waking up to the appeal of the…

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11.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Franck Muller x Bamford Watch Department Snoopy inspired Crazy Hours

“Yesterday I was a dog. Today I’m a dog. Tomorrow I’ll probably still be a dog. Sigh! There’s so little hope for advancement.” These words were…

Raketa teams-up with The Limited Edition and Scottish Watches to present the Mars-3

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11.12.21

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Raketa teams-up with The Limited Edition and Scottish Watches to present the Mars-3

Watches and the celebration of outer space have a long and intertwined history, most notably Omega with their Speedmaster joining NASA’s trip to the moon.…

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09.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Omega Globemaster Annual Calendar collection gets enlivened with a burst of colour

When someone hears “Omega”, the watch that pops into their head is invariably the iconic Speedmaster. Yet the brand’s dress watches are some of their…

The J.N. Shapiro Infinity Tantalum Limited Edition marks the first tantalum case made in-house outside of Switzerland

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08.12.21

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The J.N. Shapiro Infinity Tantalum Limited Edition marks the first tantalum case made in-house outside of Switzerland

I must confess I have a strong affection for J.N Shapiro watches. As a born and bred American, whenever I see US watchmaking get time…

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05.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Eden Rock St Barths is an even more limited twist on the Unico Sky Blue

Last year, Hublot introduced a Big Bang Unico Sky Blue – which we raved about due to its eye-popping hue in a year where blue…

What’s the connection between The Matrix and the Hamilton PSR MTX Limited Edition? We have the exclusive…

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04.12.21

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What’s the connection between The Matrix and the Hamilton PSR MTX Limited Edition? We have the exclusive…

Hamilton loves to tell a great story with each of their new releases. This facet of the brand is recognised by many of their partners.…

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04.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch 43 Spitfire Editions

Has IWC finally created the perfect iteration of the Big Pilot? Well, perfect for those of us whose wrists don’t resemble a redwood’s trunk, anyway.…

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03.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Baltic Bicompax Pulso made for Revolution and The Rake

As far as microbrands are concerned, Baltic is slowly reaching iconic status. There was a strong showing at this year’s Pink Dial Project auction for…

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03.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Zenith DEFY Zero-G and 21 Double Tourbillon are clear-cut winners in sapphire crystal

Sapphire crystal. Known for its durability and high transparency, it’s the number one choice for top watch brands around the world, providing a window for…

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02.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The one-off Parmigiani Fleurier La Rose Carrée flexes the horological might of the manufacture

If you asked me which watch brands the mass marketplace needs to pay greater attention to, Parmigiani Fleurier would genuinely be on my list. In…

The Swatch x Peanuts collection unveils fun range of Snoopy and Charlie Brown watches

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01.12.21

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The Swatch x Peanuts collection unveils fun range of Snoopy and Charlie Brown watches

It seems pretty ironic that Charles Monroe Schulz, the American cartoonist and creator of Peanuts – probably the most popular and influential comic strip in…

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01.12.21

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INTRODUCING: The Bremont Supermarine Descent II is a GMT diver with supermodel looks

Every once in a while, a watch just grabs me right in the feels. And oh boy, does this watch get me. I’ve been a…

DOXA dives back into their 80s catalogue with the updated 600T collection

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30.11.21

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DOXA dives back into their 80s catalogue with the updated 600T collection

Imagine you’re heading out for a swim or a surf… the sun’s beating down and you have the day to yourself. You glance down to…

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30.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Monopusher Edition “Le Petit Prince”

A pilot’s watch has long been considered a cornerstone of any well-rounded watch collection. And when you talk about flieger-type pilot’s watches, the International Watch…

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28.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The Norqain Neverest Night Sight comes lumed up and ready for adventure

In my less than a decade of collecting, I’ve come to categorise watch brands into two distinct groups. The first consists of brands that simply…

The CODE41 NB24 Edition 2 Chronograph offers complex Swiss watchmaking at an accessible price

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26.11.21

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The CODE41 NB24 Edition 2 Chronograph offers complex Swiss watchmaking at an accessible price

If you’ve always found yourself attracted to the highly technical mechanical movements produced by the upper echelons of Swiss horology, but have been put off…

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26.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGJ253 is a GMT with a lustrous black dial

There’s very little mystery left with Grand Seiko’s design strategy, especially with their Heritage collection. Often taking direct inspiration from natural scenes that surround the…

PANDEMIC BABY: Meet the watch built by two legit living legends over Zoom – the MB&F x Bulgari Legacy Machine FlyingT Allegra

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25.11.21

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PANDEMIC BABY: Meet the watch built by two legit living legends over Zoom – the MB&F x Bulgari Legacy Machine FlyingT Allegra

What did you do to express your creativity over the COVID-19 lockdowns? Get a sourdough starter-kit? Sit with your kids and fill endless reams of…

Could this be the Panerai my smaller wrist has been waiting for?

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20.11.21

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Could this be the Panerai my smaller wrist has been waiting for?

Admittedly, Panerai is a brand I have stayed away from in regards to my personal collection. I like the design, heritage, and robustness of their…

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20.11.21

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INTRODUCING: Farer hits New York City with four new offerings

On Thursday night, I was able to attend an event hosted by Worn And Wound with Farer as their guest at the New York City…

Hamilton launches collaborative Capsule Collection with Mad Men’s costume designer Janie Bryant

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17.11.21

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Hamilton launches collaborative Capsule Collection with Mad Men’s costume designer Janie Bryant

There is a school of thought that nothing is truly original, and everything that exists now is just a riff based on something that has…

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16.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The more refined and compact Grand Seiko SBGA461 & SBGA463 divers

Though Grand Seiko is typically known for their dressier watches and mesmerising dials, you’d better believe a company with “Seiko” in its name knows a…

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16.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The Bremont Broadsword Jet Online Exclusive

While there are plenty of military-inspired watches on the market these days, there’s only one brand that has a fully acknowledged direct partnership with a…

5 reasons you need to buy the new issue of NOW, the T+T Watch Buying Guide (including the story behind this Rolex)

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15.11.21

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5 reasons you need to buy the new issue of NOW, the T+T Watch Buying Guide (including the story behind this Rolex)

How many watches were released in 2021? That’s right – an absolute shit-ton (we counted). So where can you start to navigate this galaxy of…

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11.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Senna Special Edition

Ask any Formula 1 fan who Ayrton Senna was, and the range of emotions they’ll express may leave you perplexed. In the first few seconds,…

The Grand Seiko SBGA469 Boutique Online Exclusive introduces their “rock pattern” dial in a tradition-rooted indigo blue

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11.11.21

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The Grand Seiko SBGA469 Boutique Online Exclusive introduces their “rock pattern” dial in a tradition-rooted indigo blue

I love my Grand Seiko SBGA413 “Spring”. It gets a lot of wear time on my wrist because I enjoy its cherry blossom inspired pink…

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09.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Bathyscaphe Titanium is a sexy beast of a dive watch

Fifty Fathoms. It’s a reference to an antiquated British unit of measure of approximately 91 and a half metres, but in the realm of horology,…

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04.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer is a well-priced daily wearer

The name Hamilton is revered for many reasons, including its rich history in the air (producing aviation watches since 1918), and the new Khaki Aviation…

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30.10.21

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INTRODUCING: The Girard Perregaux Aston Martin Laureato Chronograph has a dial that dazzles

It’s one thing to salivate over pictures and Instagram posts, but hands up who remembers the first time they were fortunate enough to set eyes…

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28.10.21

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INTRODUCING: The ice-inspired Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Beijing 2022

Some say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. To be fair, nature as a form of inspiration for design is hardly tied to one…

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24.10.21

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What the Patek Phillipe 5095/1A potentially suggests about the future of the brand in steel

Recently Patek Philippe introduced three new chronographs with complications: the 5905/1A, 5204-011, and 5930P-001. Standing out amongst the trio, to many, was the ref. 5905/1A…

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22.10.21

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INTRODUCING: The Old School by Massena LAB x Luca Soprana

Once upon a time, I applied for a very prestigious and selective watchmaking school here in the USA. Sadly, I did not make the cut,…

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21.10.21

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INTRODUCING: With its first movement, the Bremont Longitude is a statement of bold intent

In July, Bremont announced the grand opening of The Wing, a 35,000 square foot, state-of-the-art watchmaking facility on the edge of Henley-on-Thames. This was a…

Spike Lee & Artisans De Genève Part 2: The Cool Hand Brooklyn Skeleton

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20.10.21

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Spike Lee & Artisans De Genève Part 2: The Cool Hand Brooklyn Skeleton

Custom. A word rarely used in the world of horology. The watches we wear, by and large, are the results of someone else’s designs. Someone…