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Everything you need to know about Watches & Wonders 2025 – the brands, US$600 VIP passes

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04.12.24

Everything you need to know about Watches & Wonders 2025 – the brands, US$600 VIP passes

Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025 is set to be the biggest edition yet with 60 brands and new VIP pass

The Grand Seiko SBGC275 Shinshu Sunrise boasts a fiery, lion’s mane dial

Hands On

14.07.24

The Grand Seiko SBGC275 Shinshu Sunrise boasts a fiery, lion’s mane dial

The good news is the Grand Seiko SBGC275 has a beautiful red dial. The bad news? It's a limited edition of 700 pieces.

What makes Cartier’s new releases so special?

Interview

05.06.24

What makes Cartier’s new releases so special?

Image, Style, and Heritage Director of Cartier Pierre Rainero takes us through the brand's novelties, and the stories behind them.

The Monsieur de Chanel Superleggera Intense Black Edition is the most masculine watch Chanel has ever produced

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04.06.24

The Monsieur de Chanel Superleggera Intense Black Edition is the most masculine watch Chanel has ever produced

Stealthy, retro-futuristic, unashamedly masculine and powered by a tasteful in-house movement, this Chanel hits different.

A. Lange & Söhne trip the light fantastic with the Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Lumen

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17.05.24

A. Lange & Söhne trip the light fantastic with the Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Lumen

This lusciously luminous piece ranks as one of the most complicated watches Lange has ever produced, both technically and aesthetically.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre is back, but how compelling is JLC’s haute horlogerie collection?

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13.05.24

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre is back, but how compelling is JLC’s haute horlogerie collection?

All the details about the return of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre and the model's patented, high-tech movements.

The HYT T1 Series makes fluidic timekeeping as approachable as possible

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03.05.24

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The HYT T1 Series makes fluidic timekeeping as approachable as possible

The T1 Series is heralded to become the saviour of HYT, making the brand more approachable, but still keeping the ethos alive.

Interview

01.05.24

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Breitling CEO Georges Kern talks us through the brand’s 140th anniversary celebrations

The maker of the legendary Navitimer celebrates its 140th, and CEO Georges Kern takes us through the years.

Van Cleef & Arpels captures the poetry of nature, timekeeping and luxury with their new collection

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01.05.24

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Van Cleef & Arpels captures the poetry of nature, timekeeping and luxury with their new collection

Van Cleef & Arpels showcases haute horology prowess with the intricately hand-crafted Poetic Complications collection.

What we thought of A. Lange & Söhne’s 2024 Watches and Wonders releases

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30.04.24

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What we thought of A. Lange & Söhne’s 2024 Watches and Wonders releases

This year Lange doubled its output from last year, going from one release to two - giving Jamie and Russell plenty to talk about.

The Bulgari Tadao Ando Serpenti explores the seasons with snakeskin stone marquetry

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29.04.24

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The Bulgari Tadao Ando Serpenti explores the seasons with snakeskin stone marquetry

The latest team up between Bulgari and Tadao Ando results in a mesmerising series of Serpenti watches with marquetry-like dials.

The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Golden Siena edges into pure, no-date dress territory

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29.04.24

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The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Golden Siena edges into pure, no-date dress territory

Parmigiani Fleurier has listened to fans, giving us a no-date Tonda PF for what could be the ultimate sleeper.

You want dial colours? Nomos has the answer!

Introducing

28.04.24

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You want dial colours? Nomos has the answer!

Nomos Glahshütte has let loose with the colour wheel for its latest pieces, celebrating 175 years of watchmaking in Glashütte with 31 colourful versions of…

The Gerald Charles Masterlink evolves the Maestro into a slimmer and sportier form (live pics)

Introducing

27.04.24

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The Gerald Charles Masterlink evolves the Maestro into a slimmer and sportier form (live pics)

The Gerald Charles Masterlink is an evolution of Genta's Maestro design that the Maestro himself would be proud of.

The Montblanc 1858 Unveiled Minerva Monopusher Chronograph opens a window to the movement

Introducing

24.04.24

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The Montblanc 1858 Unveiled Minerva Monopusher Chronograph opens a window to the movement

Montblanc shows off the Minerva internals with their latest monopusher chronograph release.

Norqain’s new customisable Wild One of 1 has 3.5 million possible configurations – watch Andrew make his

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22.04.24

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Norqain’s new customisable Wild One of 1 has 3.5 million possible configurations – watch Andrew make his

T+T founder Andrew joined Norqain CEO Ben Küffer at the Norqain booth at Watches and Wonders to customise his very own watch.

Baume & Mercier’s Clifton Baumatic Moon Phases epitomise understated luxury

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22.04.24

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Baume & Mercier’s Clifton Baumatic Moon Phases epitomise understated luxury

These Cliftons combine one of watchmaking's most traditional complications in a contemporary yet timeless package with a great movement beating under the hood.

Geneva Watch Week: The Time+Tide team picks their favourite watches from all of the fairs

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21.04.24

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Geneva Watch Week: The Time+Tide team picks their favourite watches from all of the fairs

We came, we saw, we conquered - now here's our picks for the most interesting watches from Geneva's big week of watchmaking.

Every Vacheron Constantin release of Watches & Wonders 2024

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21.04.24

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Every Vacheron Constantin release of Watches & Wonders 2024

The holy trinity brand shows off its haute joaillerie and haute horlogerie prowess.

New releases from Baltic, Omega, H. Moser & Cie and more

Last Week in Watches

21.04.24

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New releases from Baltic, Omega, H. Moser & Cie and more

The watch machine never stops churning, turning out new releases even after the conclusion of Watches and Wonders.

The Frederique Constant Moonphase Date Manufacture is packed with characterful, simple details

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21.04.24

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The Frederique Constant Moonphase Date Manufacture is packed with characterful, simple details

After a couple of goes at higher-end complications, Frederique Constant take a stab at something more simple.

Every Alpina release at Watches and Wonders 2024

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20.04.24

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Every Alpina release at Watches and Wonders 2024

Utility was Alpina's focus for this year's fair, expanding the Seastrong Diver and Alpiner ranges.

Czapek’s new Promenade collection is art for the casual wearer

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20.04.24

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Czapek’s new Promenade collection is art for the casual wearer

The revitalised Swiss brand show off rose engine and enamel know-how with a brand new collection.

Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin talks about the importance of healthy competition, and coming out on top

Interview

19.04.24

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Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin talks about the importance of healthy competition, and coming out on top

A brand CEO that says they hope their record gets beaten? Now you don't hear that every day.

Meet Time+Tide Tribe: our new channel that we would love for you to follow

Friday Wind Down

19.04.24

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Meet Time+Tide Tribe: our new channel that we would love for you to follow

Time+Tide Tribe is our new uninhibited horological playground with more behind-the-scenes, colourful, and opinionated content.

Baume & Mercier take the Riviera to the next level with the new Riviera Squelette

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19.04.24

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Baume & Mercier take the Riviera to the next level with the new Riviera Squelette

Baume & Mercier elevates its Riviera to the next level of style with an openworked dial for the first time.

The Bovet Récital 28 Prowess 1 is the first watch ever to acknowledge daylight savings

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19.04.24

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The Bovet Récital 28 Prowess 1 is the first watch ever to acknowledge daylight savings

A world-first complication is quite a rarity nowadays, especially a useful one like in the case of this Bovet.

Explore sparkling eccentricity with the Gerald Charles Maestro 2.0 Ultra-Thin Gem-Set

Hands On

18.04.24

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Explore sparkling eccentricity with the Gerald Charles Maestro 2.0 Ultra-Thin Gem-Set

Penned by the most renowned watch designer of all time, Gerald Charles goes for a diamond-studded look.

IWC unveil subtle yet compelling tweaks to their Portugieser Automatic models

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18.04.24

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IWC unveil subtle yet compelling tweaks to their Portugieser Automatic models

A 42mm model returns, now with a beefy power reserve and date window, while the 40mm gets a classy precious metal update.

It’s back! Time+Tide Kiss, Marry, Kill Watches and Wonders 2024 edition

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18.04.24

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It’s back! Time+Tide Kiss, Marry, Kill Watches and Wonders 2024 edition

You've read the reviews, watched the videos, and seen the Instagram posts - but what do the members of our team really think?

Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe takes us through the new Unico collection

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18.04.24

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Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe takes us through the new Unico collection

Whether circular or square, Hublot always knows how to make a bang through their mastery of colours and materials.

Every Panerai released at Watches and Wonders 2024

Introducing

17.04.24

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Every Panerai released at Watches and Wonders 2024

The legendary dive watch brand focuses on the Submersible for Watches and Wonders 2024.

The Vacheron Constantin Grand Lady Kalla is an iced-out modular marvel

Introducing

17.04.24

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The Vacheron Constantin Grand Lady Kalla is an iced-out modular marvel

Vacheron Constantin recall the decadence of the Roaring Twenties with a convertible, gem-set wonder.

The Defy Extreme Diver brings back a diver to the Zenith catalogue

Introducing

16.04.24

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The Defy Extreme Diver brings back a diver to the Zenith catalogue

Zenith have resurrected the Defy Extreme Diver with full vigour and in-your-face attitude.

Every new Frederique Constant from Watches & Wonders 2024

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16.04.24

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Every new Frederique Constant from Watches & Wonders 2024

Frederique Constant has introduced updated versions of both their Classic Date Manufacture and Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture.

The Ulysse Nardin Freak S Nomad is high-tech, sci-fi, and steampunk – all at the same time

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16.04.24

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The Ulysse Nardin Freak S Nomad is high-tech, sci-fi, and steampunk – all at the same time

Clad in titanium and carbon fibre, Ulysse Nardin's most recognisable watch takes on a new look for Watches and Wonders 2024.

Zach’s quick overview of all the TAG Heuer Watches and Wonders 2024 highlights

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15.04.24

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Zach’s quick overview of all the TAG Heuer Watches and Wonders 2024 highlights

For those who want to just take a hot lap around the TAG Heuer Watches and Wonders 2024 novelties, Zach has got you covered.

Interview

14.04.24

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New Zenith CEO Benoit de Clerck shows off the brand’s trio of Defy releases

Though new to the role, de Clerck's enthusiasm for the brand is undeniable in this interview at Watches & Wonders 2024, going through the brand's…

Walk through the stunning JLC W&W 2024 booth with CEO Catherine Rénier

Introducing

13.04.24

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Walk through the stunning JLC W&W 2024 booth with CEO Catherine Rénier

Focusing on the journey of the brand's founder, Jaeger-LeCoultre has a story to tell at Watches & Wonders 2024.

Zach’s four favourite Cartier releases from Watches & Wonders 2024

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13.04.24

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Zach’s four favourite Cartier releases from Watches & Wonders 2024

Wondering what T+T's most Cartier-obsessed member picks as his best releases of the fair?

Chris-Grainger Herr talks Hans Zimmer and eternity at the IWC Watches and Wonders 2024 booth

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12.04.24

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Chris-Grainger Herr talks Hans Zimmer and eternity at the IWC Watches and Wonders 2024 booth

There are 54 brands displaying at Watches & Wonders this year, and each of them has designed and built a custom booth, all trying to…

Every new Patek Philippe from Watches & Wonders 2024

Introducing

11.04.24

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Every new Patek Philippe from Watches & Wonders 2024

Despite being one of the world’s best known and most influential watch brands, it can be hard to look past Patek Philippe’s luxury sports watches…

Hublot taste the rainbow in Geneva with a cavalcade of colourful Watches and Wonders releases

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10.04.24

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Hublot taste the rainbow in Geneva with a cavalcade of colourful Watches and Wonders releases

Hublot hit us with a boatload of colour-forward releases this year, including an ice-cold sapphire take on the MP-11.

Every Chopard release of Watches & Wonders 2024

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10.04.24

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Every Chopard release of Watches & Wonders 2024

Highlights from the Maison's releases include a skeletonised Alpine Eagle and a darkly verdant take on the L.U.C XPS.

Baume & Mercier goes for a traditional and modern mix for Watches and Wonders

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10.04.24

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Baume & Mercier goes for a traditional and modern mix for Watches and Wonders

Highlights include a skeletonised Riviera, a pair of handsome Clifton moonphases and a trio of Classima chronographs.

Every Piaget release of Watches & Wonders 2024

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10.04.24

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Every Piaget release of Watches & Wonders 2024

Record-breaking tourbillons, new Polos, and a swathe of high-end jewellery pieces make up Piaget's W&W 2024.

Every Rolex release from Watches & Wonders 2024

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10.04.24

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Every Rolex release from Watches & Wonders 2024

Read more to find out what the Crown brought to this year's fair.

Every Hermès release from Watches & Wonders 2024

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09.04.24

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Every Hermès release from Watches & Wonders 2024

As a rule, fashion brands and watches don’t usually mix. However, Hermès is a rare exception. Not only is Hermès one of the most highly…