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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Classic Fusion 45mm Bronze Brown Limited Edition

17.04.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hublot Classic Fusion 45mm Bronze Brown Limited Edition

As a materials expert, Hublot has done it all. Steel, titanium, carbon, proprietary precious alloys, and ceramic and sapphire in endless colourways. So, to say…

The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony remains a top discreet flex piece

Watch Education

17.04.22

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The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony remains a top discreet flex piece

Welcome to The Icons, a new series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into…

Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword

17.04.22

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Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #7 “Watches & Wonders 2022”

Welcome back to the Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword! We took a small break to focus on Watches & Wonders coverage, but, to refresh your memory,…

Hands On

16.04.22

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HANDS-ON: The Ace x Nomos Club 36 Blue Limited Edition

Watch brand collaborations with jewellers definitely aren’t as in-vogue as they once were, but Nomos’ team-up with Ace Jewelers proves that it should be done…

Introducing

16.04.22

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INTRODUCING: The trimmed down Norqain Freedom 60 Chrono 40mm

For the last two weeks, the watch world has been transfixed by the “new”. New watches. New collections. Even new movements. And in such times,…

50 years ago: The story of Apollo 13 and the Omega Speedmaster

Watch Education

16.04.22

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50 years ago: The story of Apollo 13 and the Omega Speedmaster

Anyone who has encountered the Omega brand is no doubt familiar with the Moonwatch and possibly the most compelling and historically significant story behind a…

Friday Wind Down

15.04.22

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: HSNY awards $100K in scholarships to watchmaking students and institutions at their annual gala

One of the biggest fears or concerns within the watch industry is keeping the art of watchmaking alive. When you ask young children what they…

The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 green offers a fresh take on this top value proposition

Hands On

15.04.22

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The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 green offers a fresh take on this top value proposition

Green has been the colour dominating the watch world in recent years, despite a particular shade of blue looking to usurp its throne towards the…

Rolex Sea-Dweller badly scratched in a cycling accident gets shock valuation on the Antiques Roadshow

Pop Culture

15.04.22

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Rolex Sea-Dweller badly scratched in a cycling accident gets shock valuation on the Antiques Roadshow

On first glance, the watch looked to be in pitiful condition. Much of the dial was barely visible due to the severity of the scratches…

Nicolas Cage loves shortbread, tree bark, and Grand Seiko

Pop Culture

14.04.22

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Nicolas Cage loves shortbread, tree bark, and Grand Seiko

When people use the terms ‘fashion’ and ‘watch’ in the same sentence near die-hard enthusiasts, it can cause a shiver down their spines. “Fashion watch”…

Watch Analytics Wednesdays

14.04.22

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WATCH ANALYTICS WEDNESDAYS: How the MoonSwatch impacted Swatch

Editor’s Note: We have partnered with @watchanalytics to crunch the numbers and dig into the horological market trends and value fluctuations for the references that…

VIDEO: Unpacking the new TAG Heuer releases from lab-grown diamonds to serious divers

Watch Reviews

14.04.22

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VIDEO: Unpacking the new TAG Heuer releases from lab-grown diamonds to serious divers

Amongst all the gargantuan and intricate displays at Watches & Wonders, the TAG Heuer area was buzzing. After bumping into Kristian Haagen from DailyWatch, Andrew…

The CODE41 X41 Edition 6 delivers an ultra-hard, full sapphire case at an astonishing price

Watch Reviews

13.04.22

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The CODE41 X41 Edition 6 delivers an ultra-hard, full sapphire case at an astonishing price

Following the success of their previous releases, Swiss watchmakers CODE41 are back with the latest version of their bold and highly technical X41 in the…

The new 36.5mm Grand Seiko SBGW289 has fans rejoicing at the possibilities beyond this kira-zuri cherry blossom limited edition

Introducing

13.04.22

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The new 36.5mm Grand Seiko SBGW289 has fans rejoicing at the possibilities beyond this kira-zuri cherry blossom limited edition

When a compact and classically dimensioned watch is debuted, a tiny-wrister bat signal is lit high in the sky for me to rush and cover…

WATCH CONFESSIONS: “I wear a fake Rolex and don’t give a damn”

Interview

13.04.22

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WATCH CONFESSIONS: “I wear a fake Rolex and don’t give a damn”

EDITOR’S NOTE: We recently ran the first and second parts of our Watch Confessions series in which Time+Tide interviewed members of the community to get them to…

Inside the Bremont x Williams event for the Australian Grand Prix

Watch Reviews

12.04.22

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Inside the Bremont x Williams event for the Australian Grand Prix

The Bremont boutique in Melbourne is nestled within the halls of St. Collins Lane, a shopping arcade in the heart of the city centre. Last…

IN-DEPTH: The Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Automatic collection upgrades one of the best-priced field watches around

Watch Reviews

12.04.22

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IN-DEPTH: The Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Automatic collection upgrades one of the best-priced field watches around

Even if you’ve only been into watches for a short amount of time, the chances are pretty high that you’ve heard about the Hamilton Khaki…

The circuit breakers: Watchspotting at the 2022 Australian Grand Prix

Lists

12.04.22

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The circuit breakers: Watchspotting at the 2022 Australian Grand Prix

Last week’s Australian Grand Prix set a new record for the highest attended weekend sporting event ever staged in Melbourne. That’s no mean feat in a…

Louis Vuitton’s cutesy Tambour Slim Vivienne Jumping Hours collection

Introducing

11.04.22

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Louis Vuitton’s cutesy Tambour Slim Vivienne Jumping Hours collection

Louis Vuitton's Vivienne mascot is given a lot more attention in a slim Tambour case.

Micro Mondays

11.04.22

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MICRO MONDAYS: ROYTER expands its custom offerings with the DR-02 Chrono Sport

What differentiates a high-end watch from an entry-level watch? Is it the movement that’s used? Is it the inclusion of precious metals? Or could it…

Meet the team! The live video from a watch fair that YouTube has been waiting for…

Events

11.04.22

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Meet the team! The live video from a watch fair that YouTube has been waiting for…

It’s fair to say we don’t get everything right, all the time. One video I properly botched was in February last year. It was billed…

The Watches and Wonders Wind Down Social Diary (to cool all our heads after so much news)

Friday Wind Down

10.04.22

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The Watches and Wonders Wind Down Social Diary (to cool all our heads after so much news)

We know, we know, this is meant to be a Friday thing. Blame it on the jetlag, but this week we have a special Wind…

Introducing

10.04.22

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INTRODUCING – Panerai makes a splash with the Submersible QuarantaQuattro

Famous for its military-devised, utilitarian design, the Panerai Submersible diversifies with a slew of new 44mm references. A variety of materials and finishes is united…

WATCH CONFESSIONS: “Divorce made me buy a crazy expensive watch”

Interview

10.04.22

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WATCH CONFESSIONS: “Divorce made me buy a crazy expensive watch”

EDITOR’S NOTE: We recently ran the first part of our Watch Confessions in which Time+Tide began to interview members of the community to get them to…

How a Seiko diver connected Jack with the daredevil uncle he never got to meet

Every Watch Tells a Story

09.04.22

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How a Seiko diver connected Jack with the daredevil uncle he never got to meet

In 1979, Evelyn Brooker walked into a jeweller in Sydney. She was seeking a 21st birthday gift for her son, Murray, a keen scuba diver.…

Marketing guru explains why the MoonSwatch was a genius co-branding move

News

09.04.22

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Marketing guru explains why the MoonSwatch was a genius co-branding move

Last week at Watches & Wonders, I suspect that the watch that was discussed most regularly and with most animation wasn’t even released at the…

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris combines innovation with elegance

Watch Education

09.04.22

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The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris combines innovation with elegance

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

VIDEO: From a slimline flying tourbillon to a retro stunner in green – the Chopard 2022 releases

Watch Reviews

08.04.22

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VIDEO: From a slimline flying tourbillon to a retro stunner in green – the Chopard 2022 releases

If variety is the spice of life, Chopard broke out the chilli sauce for Watches & Wonders 2022. Their large range of releases covered a…

WATCH CONFESSIONS: “My watch buying has got out of control – I must’ve spent $2 million”

Interview

08.04.22

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WATCH CONFESSIONS: “My watch buying has got out of control – I must’ve spent $2 million”

EDITOR’S NOTE: Grim pragmatism ensures the watch world is not big on public candour. Retailers are totally dependent on the watch brands to secure the most…

VIDEO: Ingenuity meets head-turning design in the Parmigiani Fleurier collection

Watch Reviews

07.04.22

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VIDEO: Ingenuity meets head-turning design in the Parmigiani Fleurier collection

Parmigiani Fleurier is one of those hidden-gem brands that somehow remains out of the spotlight, yet permeates luxury watch culture in almost every sphere. Whether…

INTRODUCING: TAG Heuer’s Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition will put you on the fairway to heaven

Watch Reviews

07.04.22

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INTRODUCING: TAG Heuer’s Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition will put you on the fairway to heaven

Last week, TAG Heuer’s Managing Director of their Connected Watch, Teddy Florent, shared a remarkable statistic with Time+Tide. According to the brand’s research, he told…

Watch Reviews

07.04.22

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VIDEO: Jaeger-LeCoultre introduce a brand new complication inspired by shooting stars

This is a year of celestial celebration for Jaeger-LeCoultre with “The Stellar Odyssey” collection paying tribute to the centuries-old marriage of astronomy and horology in…

Introducing

06.04.22

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INTRODUCING – The new Czapek Antarctique Rattrapante Ice Blue is cool… really cool

I’m sure that all of us have seen our fair share of integrated-bracelet sports watches, but if any of them were worth another look, the…

Introducing

06.04.22

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INTRODUCING – Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Skeleton

Gloriously blending modern design and classic watchmaking savoir-faire, the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Skeleton screams grail watch in any situation. It sits at…

VIDEO: The Oris Propilot X get a revamp and some fresh new colours

Watch Reviews

06.04.22

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VIDEO: The Oris Propilot X get a revamp and some fresh new colours

The ProPilot from Oris has long been a bit of a side character for the brand, with the aviation-inspired look having a fairly niche appeal…

Watch Reviews

05.04.22

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VIDEO: Hublot show it’s hip to be square with a brand new case shape amongst their 2022 novelties

This Watches & Wonders, Hublot delivered another head-turning collection with a new square case shape, a fresh array of coloured ceramic pieces and another collaboration…

News

05.04.22

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Shock news: Zenith Defy Classic collection to be discontinued by end of 2022

“Sometimes we have to make a tough decision,” Zenith CEO Julien Tornare tells Andrew in a bombshell revelation in this video. “We decided to stop…

VIDEO: Diving into Panerai’s retooled Submersible Range at Watches & Wonders 2022

Watch Reviews

04.04.22

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VIDEO: Diving into Panerai’s retooled Submersible Range at Watches & Wonders 2022

The Submersible has always been Panerai’s hardcore tool watch since it launched as its own standalone collection in 2019. With some of Panerai’s other collections…

Micro Mondays

04.04.22

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Maen Manhattan 37 delivers an integrated-bracelet watch at a bafflingly great price

In case you haven’t received the memo, stainless-steel, integrated-bracelet watches are white-hot. Scratch that: more like a Texas-sized asteroid flying straight into the centre of…

VIDEO: Cartier plays their greatest hits album along with a few new surprises…

Watch Reviews

04.04.22

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VIDEO: Cartier plays their greatest hits album along with a few new surprises…

The Cartier Tank really needs no introduction, it is one of the few pieces that truly deserves icon status. But this year’s novelties from the…

VIDEO: Head to head – what’s the best Patek Philippe release of Watches & Wonders?

Watch Reviews

03.04.22

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VIDEO: Head to head – what’s the best Patek Philippe release of Watches & Wonders?

“We’re here at the pinnacle of watchmaking – the top tier of the holy trinity!” That’s how Zach introduces Patek Philippe in this video with…

VIDEO: Zenith doubles down on the Chronomaster Sport line

Watch Reviews

03.04.22

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VIDEO: Zenith doubles down on the Chronomaster Sport line

Last year, Zenith’s Head of Product, Romain Marietta admitted he was “shocked” by the runaway success of the Chronomaster Sport. “We knew it would be…

VIDEO: IWC boss Chris Grainger-Herr is the watch world’s most energetic man

Pop Culture

02.04.22

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VIDEO: IWC boss Chris Grainger-Herr is the watch world’s most energetic man

“Look how fast Chris Grainger-Herr walks!” Andrew exclaims at one point in this video as he follows the IWC boss into his booth. It’s a…

The Tudor Black Bay Pro – first impressions from a die-hard Tudor fan

Watch Reviews

02.04.22

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The Tudor Black Bay Pro – first impressions from a die-hard Tudor fan

What Tudor would release at this year’s Watches and Wonders was one of the big talking points among collectors and enthusiasts. The sister brand to…

VIDEO: The return of the 222 – our first take on Vacheron Constantin’s new releases

Watch Reviews

01.04.22

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VIDEO: The return of the 222 – our first take on Vacheron Constantin’s new releases

In this video, Jeremy and Zach take a look at Vacheron Constantin‘s new releases and one of the immediate highlights: the Historiques 222. You might…

VIDEO: Zach & Ricardo react to the Grand Seiko novelties (spoiler alert: they’re pretty excited…)

Watch Reviews

01.04.22

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VIDEO: Zach & Ricardo react to the Grand Seiko novelties (spoiler alert: they’re pretty excited…)

Our latest video is courtesy of the Grand Seiko novelties which caused a pretty big stir amongst the team and wider watch community with the…

WATCHES & WONDERS – Parmigiani dazzles with a ground-breaking GMT complication

Introducing

01.04.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS – Parmigiani dazzles with a ground-breaking GMT complication

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…

VIDEO: Zach and Ricardo react to the new Tudor releases from Watches & Wonders

Watch Reviews

01.04.22

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VIDEO: Zach and Ricardo react to the new Tudor releases from Watches & Wonders

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…

VIDEO: The slinky brilliance of the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra – the thinnest mechanical watch of all time

Watch Reviews

01.04.22

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VIDEO: The slinky brilliance of the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra – the thinnest mechanical watch of all time

You’ve probably seen by now that the watch that keeps breaking records has just broken another, becoming the indisputably thinnest mechanical watch of all time.…

VIDEO: Bark & Jack, Bamford and Andrew meet in the metal for the first time!

Pop Culture

31.03.22

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VIDEO: Bark & Jack, Bamford and Andrew meet in the metal for the first time!

It’s Watches & Wonders week baby! The Time+Tide team is on the ground bringing you coverage of all the new releases. But we’re also getting…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Patek Philippe remind us there’s more to life than sport watches

Introducing

31.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Patek Philippe remind us there’s more to life than sport watches

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

WATCHES & WONDERS – It’s a whitewash! The DOXA Whitepearl expands into multiple forms

Introducing

31.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS – It’s a whitewash! The DOXA Whitepearl expands into multiple forms

Following the resounding success of the entry-level SUB 200 Whitepearl colourway, DOXA applies a lick of fresh white paint across its model range. Spanning five…

TAG Heuer puts the novel in novelty with new tourbillon chronograph cased in diamond-set aluminum

Introducing

31.03.22

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TAG Heuer puts the novel in novelty with new tourbillon chronograph cased in diamond-set aluminum

Novelty. It is a term utilised by watch manufacturers across the board in regard to their new releases for a given period or year. But…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Rolex drops some big surprises amongst its novelties for 2022

Watch Reviews

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Rolex drops some big surprises amongst its novelties for 2022

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Tudor collection overview

Watch Reviews

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Tudor collection overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…

HANDS-ON: IWC reveal two new Top Gun Chronographs in “Lake Tahoe White” & “Woodland Green” ceramic

Watch Reviews

30.03.22

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HANDS-ON: IWC reveal two new Top Gun Chronographs in “Lake Tahoe White” & “Woodland Green” ceramic

Top Gun editions have been a staple of IWC’s catalogue since 2007. Over the years, the collection has become a space of exploration for the…

WATCHES & WONDERS: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Top Gun collection expands

Watch Reviews

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Top Gun collection expands

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Panerai diversifies the Submersible range

Introducing

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Panerai diversifies the Submersible range

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

WATCHES & WONDERS: TAG Heuer follow up LVMH Watch Week with a whole lot more

Introducing

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: TAG Heuer follow up LVMH Watch Week with a whole lot more

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Vacheron Constantin 2022 novelties overview

Introducing

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Vacheron Constantin 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground to…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Grand Seiko 2022 novelties overview

Introducing

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Grand Seiko 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year and with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground to…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Jaeger-LeCoultre go star-gazing with the Stellar Odyssey collection

Introducing

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Jaeger-LeCoultre go star-gazing with the Stellar Odyssey collection

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground to…

WATCHES & WONDERS: Chopard collection overview

Introducing

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: Chopard collection overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…