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The one millionth MoonSwatch is heading to auction

News

03.10.24

The one millionth MoonSwatch is heading to auction

Helping raise money for charity, the one millionth Omega x Swatch MoonSwatch to be made is heading to auction.

LVMH signs a 10-year partnership with Formula 1

News

03.10.24

LVMH signs a 10-year partnership with Formula 1

The LVMH Group has signed a 10-year global partnership deal with the Formula 1 racing series starting tin 2025.

Is Tom Brady about to be in horological hot water with Audemars Piguet?

Auctions

03.10.24

Is Tom Brady about to be in horological hot water with Audemars Piguet?

Rolex, Richard Mille, IWC, and Patek Philippe are all on the table. But Brady's AP is the hot topic...

Alpina’s beefy Alpiner Extreme becomes more wearable with new 39mm options

Introducing

02.10.24

Alpina’s beefy Alpiner Extreme becomes more wearable with new 39mm options

Alpina's sportiest sports watch's imposing aesthetic is made more accessible with a slightly smaller case diameter.

The first Rolex worn on the Moon is up for auction

News

02.10.24

The first Rolex worn on the Moon is up for auction

While it wasn't the first watch to reach the Moon, the GMT-Master that is up for sale beat all other Rolex watches up there.

The Certina DS-7 Chrono gets an automatic movement and a padel inspired dial

Hands On

01.10.24

The Certina DS-7 Chrono gets an automatic movement and a padel inspired dial

With subtle nods to padel with its grid dial texture, the new DS-7 Chrono Auto from Certina is a great all-around entry-level chronograph.

We read the Rolex Submariner book so you don’t have to

Opinion

01.10.24

We read the Rolex Submariner book so you don’t have to

After creating waves upon its release, we wanted to dive into the pages of Oyster Perpetual Submariner to see what all the fuss was about.

The Lorier x Worn & Wound Astra Stargazer for the astronomically attuned

Introducing

01.10.24

The Lorier x Worn & Wound Astra Stargazer for the astronomically attuned

Pulling from old Soviet designs and astrological complications the new collaboration between Lorier and Worn & Wound is a great new piece.

Baume & Mercier goes back to nature with a new collection of Riviera models

Introducing

30.09.24

Baume & Mercier goes back to nature with a new collection of Riviera models

Baume & Mercier has taken its Riviera line back to nature with four new models drawing inspiration from the surroundings of the French coast.

The Bower Tide Seeker is a beach lover’s dream

Micro Mondays

30.09.24

The Bower Tide Seeker is a beach lover’s dream

With a super simple and easy-to-read tide functionality, the Bower Tide Seeker is a great, accessible option on Kickstarter now.

Panerai honours the US Navy SEALs with its new desert camo collection

Introducing

30.09.24

Panerai honours the US Navy SEALs with its new desert camo collection

Panerai's latest collection is dedicated to the US Navy SEALs, showcasing its mission to create tough, functional tool watches.

The Lederer Triple Certified Observatory Chronometer comes with three observatories’ approval and two remontoires

Introducing

29.09.24

The Lederer Triple Certified Observatory Chronometer comes with three observatories’ approval and two remontoires

Lederer has taken observatory certification to another level by checking its new watch with three separate observatories in two countries.

New releases from Fears, Panerai, Christopher Ward and more

Last Week in Watches

29.09.24

New releases from Fears, Panerai, Christopher Ward and more

Compact cases, clever collaborations and the return of a model we thought could be gone for good, all in last week in watches.

Everything is better in carbon fibre, even watches, so here’s our pick of the best

Buying Guides

28.09.24

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Everything is better in carbon fibre, even watches, so here’s our pick of the best

It's the material that is often forgotten about in the watchmaking world, but there are some great carbon fibre watches out there.

Pop Culture

28.09.24

UK rapper Central Cee revealed as new G-Shock brand ambassador

Central Cee joins a long list of musical artists who have endorsed G-Shock in one way or another, including Ed Sheeran, John Mayer...

The Ulysse Nardin Royal returns with clear intentions

Introducing

28.09.24

The Ulysse Nardin Royal returns with clear intentions

The Ulysse Nardin Royal Sapphire combines a transparent case and a translucent movement for the ultimate see-through luxury experience.

6 of the best chocolate dial watches under US$10,000

Buying Guides

28.09.24

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6 of the best chocolate dial watches under US$10,000

There are browns, and there are browns. The six watches on this list make the most of this highly debated choice of dial colour.

Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet

Hands On

27.09.24

Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet

Seiko returns to the GPS-enabled Astron line with a slimmer movement and a more approachable overall design with three new models.

Four different watch fairs are coming next month

Friday Wind Down

27.09.24

Four different watch fairs are coming next month

Milano Watch Week, Dubai Watch Week, Windup NY, and WatchTime NY fairs will all kick off next month.

The Citizen Iconic Nature collection turns paper and quartz into a luxury combo

Introducing

27.09.24

The Citizen Iconic Nature collection turns paper and quartz into a luxury combo

Two paper dials cover high-end quartz perpetual calendar movements, drawing inspiration from Japan's captivating nature.

When Ulysse Nardin let its Freak flag fly, it changed watchmaking forever

The Icons

27.09.24

When Ulysse Nardin let its Freak flag fly, it changed watchmaking forever

When Ulysse Nardin released a watch called the Freak in 2001, it broke all the rules and changed the game.

Introducing

26.09.24

Jaeger-LeCoultre brings a triple threat of Reverso Tribute novelties, including a brand-new mid-size variant

A new size for the Reverso Tribute debuts alongside two models in new case metals.

Interview

26.09.24

The challenges of running an independent brand, as told by the people behind them

Three founders share their tips on independent brand ownership - Oliver Gallaugher, Susan Galvin, and Richard Benc.

The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton merges modern and classical at an approachable price

Hands On

25.09.24

The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton merges modern and classical at an approachable price

The new Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles Skeleton Black presents a classic dress watch that leans further into a modern feel.

The thinnest mechanical watches ever made

Lists

25.09.24

The thinnest mechanical watches ever made

Somehow, 5th place is just 2mm thick! Until the record is broken again, here are the thinnest mechanical watches ever made.

Rolex, Federer serve Laver Cup captains Borg and McEnroe one last surprise as they step down

Pop Culture

24.09.24

Rolex, Federer serve Laver Cup captains Borg and McEnroe one last surprise as they step down

After their 7th and final Laver Cup as captains, Roger Federer presented Bjorn Borg and John McEnrooe with engraved Rolex watches.

Hublot’s new 30-piece limited edition tourbillon aims to help prevent the extinction of rhinoceros

Hands On

24.09.24

Hublot’s new 30-piece limited edition tourbillon aims to help prevent the extinction of rhinoceros

Proceeds from the sale of the new Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon 5-Day Power Reserve SORAI will help save rhinoceros.

The Fleux FLX003 is a modern, vintage skin diver

Micro Mondays

23.09.24

The Fleux FLX003 is a modern, vintage skin diver

Vintage skin diver touches inspired by the Omega Seamaster 300, and oversized dial elements make up the Fleux FLX003.

Improving upon history with the Cimier 711 Heritage Chronograph

Hands On

23.09.24

Improving upon history with the Cimier 711 Heritage Chronograph

The Cimier 711 Heritage Chronograph is a great example of a brand embracing its past but knowing where to look forward.

You can only wear one type of watch for life… Andrew, Marcus, & Zach share their picks

Video

22.09.24

You can only wear one type of watch for life… Andrew, Marcus, & Zach share their picks

If you could only own and wear watches from one watch category, what would it be?

Diamonds are not the only precious stones used in watchmaking

Watch Education

22.09.24

Diamonds are not the only precious stones used in watchmaking

You've heard about diamonds, but what about stones like rubies and emeralds, or even tsavorites? Buffy delves into the precious topic.

New releases from TAG Heuer, Schwarz Etienne, Jaeger-LeCoultre and more

Last Week in Watches

22.09.24

New releases from TAG Heuer, Schwarz Etienne, Jaeger-LeCoultre and more

After the short break we had following the Geneva Watch Days, we have a start in activity from all levels of brands. TAG Heuer is…

Timewarp treasures – 10 totally tubular watches from the 1980s

Lists

21.09.24

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Timewarp treasures – 10 totally tubular watches from the 1980s

The '80s explosion in pop culture from movies to music videos, the golden age of celebrity, gave birth to many horological cult classics.

7 of the best deep dive watches that are a must for your next trip to the Mariana Trench

Buying Guides

21.09.24

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7 of the best deep dive watches that are a must for your next trip to the Mariana Trench

You might not need them, but they're very cool nevertheless.

Seiko expands the popular 5 Sports GMT range with three stylish new looks

Hands On

21.09.24

Seiko expands the popular 5 Sports GMT range with three stylish new looks

The Seiko 5KX GMT collection added three stylish new variants in 2024, broadening its already robust appeal.

DOXA’s Sea Emerald embraces green dials for the first time ever

Introducing

20.09.24

DOXA’s Sea Emerald embraces green dials for the first time ever

Doxa’s first-ever green dial is now a standard option among its main divers.

From car seats to supercars: A heart-racing ride with Seiko

Friday Wind Down

20.09.24

From car seats to supercars: A heart-racing ride with Seiko

Vroom, vroom... Mitchell and Alex were off to the races with Seiko.

The new Maurice Lacroix Aikon remixes titanium grades and dial colours

Introducing

20.09.24

The new Maurice Lacroix Aikon remixes titanium grades and dial colours

Maurice Lacroix goes more sporty and more bold with brightly coloured Aikon models in titanium. Rather than just picking one grade, the cases are a…

Video

19.09.24

Vulcain’s Table Clock is a miniature piece of American architectural history | Now with video!

Vulcain brings back a piece of jet-setting history to a table clock format.

The Seiko Presage Star Bar Cocktail Time SRE015 is a faceted femme fatale

Hands On

19.09.24

The Seiko Presage Star Bar Cocktail Time SRE015 is a faceted femme fatale

With the vintage flare of a faceted crystal and small size, Seiko shows that you don't need to shrink it and pink it.

Hamilton updates the Murph 38 with a bracelet and white dial

Hands On

19.09.24

Hamilton updates the Murph 38 with a bracelet and white dial

One of Hamilton's most popular designs gets two small, but versatile updates with a white dial and bracelet option for the Murph 38mm.

It’s all hands on deck at Hublot, casting off with the new Big Bang Unico Sailing Team

Introducing

18.09.24

It’s all hands on deck at Hublot, casting off with the new Big Bang Unico Sailing Team

America's Cup is going on, which means sailing watch releases aplenty. This is Hublot's take on the theme.

The Czapek Antarctique Flying Diamonds is dressed up with everywhere to go

Hands On

18.09.24

The Czapek Antarctique Flying Diamonds is dressed up with everywhere to go

Despite an aventurine dial and sparkly diamond indices, the Antarctique Flying Diamonds is still subtle.

Daniel Arsham breaks down the concepts of time

Interview

18.09.24

Daniel Arsham breaks down the concepts of time

Artist Daniel Arsham talks about his work and concepts of time in our latest episode of our podcast Watches And.

Omega’s new Constellation collection includes 20 references of time-telling jewellery

Introducing

17.09.24

Omega’s new Constellation collection includes 20 references of time-telling jewellery

Omega bejewels the Constellation with swirly dials, and actual jewels!

Pop Culture

17.09.24

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This is how Hamilton became Hollywood’s go-to watch brand

From Shanghai Express to Dune, Hamilton is the movie watch brand.

Baltic pays homage to the world’s metropolises with the new Prismic Stone Dial collection

What We Wore

17.09.24

Baltic pays homage to the world’s metropolises with the new Prismic Stone Dial collection

Baltic presents a trio of Prismic models with natural stone dials.

Breguet’s Type XX Civilian 2067 is now available in gold with a first-ever ceramic bezel insert

Introducing

16.09.24

Breguet’s Type XX Civilian 2067 is now available in gold with a first-ever ceramic bezel insert

The 18k rose gold Type XX 2067RK/Y0/9WU marks the first time the Breguet brand has ever used ceramic for the externals of a watch.

Lōcī supports local action with the trio of Pacific Coast Highway models

Micro Mondays

16.09.24

Lōcī supports local action with the trio of Pacific Coast Highway models

The Lōcī Pacific Coast Highway is inspired by the surfers' haven, and supports local organisations with each sale.

6 questions to ask yourself before buying a watch

Watch Education

16.09.24

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6 questions to ask yourself before buying a watch

Even if you think you know everything, we would recommend asking yourself the following questions before you purchase a watch.

Studio Underd0g goes Salm0n fishing, now with a Swiss monopusher movement

Introducing

16.09.24

Studio Underd0g goes Salm0n fishing, now with a Swiss monopusher movement

Studio Underd0g brings a Swiss movement to the catalogue in the new Series03 monopusher chronograph Salm0n.

Phillips Reloaded auction brings the best of neo-vintage to the market

Auctions

15.09.24

Phillips Reloaded auction brings the best of neo-vintage to the market

There are a lot of stories in watches, and these four have more to say than most, with a unique Rolex, an early F.P. Journe,…

New releases from Hublot, Ulysse Nardin, Chronoswiss and more

Last Week in Watches

15.09.24

New releases from Hublot, Ulysse Nardin, Chronoswiss and more

Not just one, but two watches dedicated to sailing have just been announced. Both Hublot and Panerai presented two maritime-themed timepieces. In addition, Omega’s Constellation…

Andrew, Marcus, & Zach share the watches they would never be caught dead wearing

Video

15.09.24

Andrew, Marcus, & Zach share the watches they would never be caught dead wearing

We would fall on a sword before we would let these watches fall on our wrists...

Omega devises a genuine tool with the new Seamaster Regatta for the 37th America’s Cup

Introducing

14.09.24

Omega devises a genuine tool with the new Seamaster Regatta for the 37th America’s Cup

For the 37th America's Cup, Omega is taking the role very seriously with a brand new model: the Seamaster Regatta America's Cup Edition.

Micromilspec’s hardy Milgraph is the culmination of over 40 custom military watches

Hands On

14.09.24

Micromilspec’s hardy Milgraph is the culmination of over 40 custom military watches

Micromilspec Milgraph, the Norwegian brand's first chronograph watch available to the public, is designed to conquer land, sea and air.

The dark art of resonance in watches, how it works, and why it’s so rare

Watch Education

14.09.24

The dark art of resonance in watches, how it works, and why it’s so rare

Why are resonance watches so special, and why have only a handful of watchmakers actually made one?

The best America’s Cup watches of the past

Lists

14.09.24

The best America’s Cup watches of the past

The oldest, continually-running sporting event in the world has seen some serious horological power over the years, these are our favourites.

The best stone dials that we have yet to see

Lists

13.09.24

The best stone dials that we have yet to see

We've all seen lapis and onyx dials, but what about those beautiful stones that are seemingly forgotten by watchmaking?

Seiko celebrates the Ichigo Ichie in Sydney and Melbourne, reminding us to slow down every once in a while

Friday Wind Down

13.09.24

Seiko celebrates the Ichigo Ichie in Sydney and Melbourne, reminding us to slow down every once in a while

A week after the watch's launch, we got to taste what it's about.

Norqain’s new flyback chronograph calibre debuts in two Independence watches

Introducing

13.09.24

Norqain’s new flyback chronograph calibre debuts in two Independence watches

The debuting 8K manufacture flyback chronograph calibre inside the Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm ushers in the next chapter of Norqain.

Time for the science – a guide to lab-grown diamonds

Watch Education

13.09.24

Time for the science – a guide to lab-grown diamonds

Why are lab-grown diamonds such a hot topic in watches right now, and why should you care about them? Let us explain.

Video

12.09.24

Frederique Constant CEO Niels Eggerding talks us through novelties and the journey of the brand so far

Stone dials are all the rage, and Frederique Constant is also getting in on the action.