Patek Philippe Novelties 2024Every year, the new products of certain manufactures are eagerly awaited and discussed. This also goes for the new watches to emerge from Patek Philippe, for example. As for this year, some of these launches could be found on Instagram just a few days before Watches & Wonders, and as much as this information leak certainly caused a stir in Gene..................
New Tudor Black Bay Watches 2024At this year’s Watches & Wonders, Tudor is presenting new variations of its Black Bay series, which first launched in 2012 and has been equipped with a manufacture movement since 2016. The new additions include a GMT model, a Black Bay 58 in full yellow gold, a new monochrome version with a METAS certified movement, and a chronograph with..................
IWC Launches New Portugieser Watches 2024The IWC Portugieser‘s origins go back a long way to the 1930s longer than you would perhaps expect. Over the course of the Portugieser's existence, IWC Schaffhausen has brought many small incremental upgrades, with today being no different during the novelties presentation at Watches & Wonders 2024. These new releases from IWC continue th..................
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph PandaOn the occasion of Watches & Wonders 2024, TAG Heuer is presenting the Carrera Chronograph Panda. The Carrera has been around since 1963 and celebrated its 60th birthday last year. We are now seeing a new variant with a Panda dial inspired by the historic 7753 SN from the 1960s. “SN” stands for “silver noir” and refers t..................
TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds ChronographWith its cushion-shaped case, the Monaco from TAG Heuer is an icon among racing-inspired watches. On the occasion of Watches & Wonders 2024, the LVMH brand is presenting two new models with a unique design and split-seconds chronograph. The TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph is available with classic blue accents or in a more intense ve..................
Roger Dubuis Orbis in Machina: Central TourbillonThe new Roger Dubuis Orbis in Machina departs from the conventional architecture with hands from the centre. Instead, the watchmakers have placed a tourbillon in the centre, from which the time displays wind hierarchically around the dial in stages. “Orbis” can be translated as either “circle” or “world”. Both ..................
Chopard Alpine Eagle Chrono and L.U.C. XPS in Forest GreenAmong the highlights of Chopard’s releases at Watches & Wonders 2024 are two particularly attractive, vibrant models: a new Alpine Eagle Chrono and the L.U.C Forest Green. Both showcase handsome dial colours as well as equally high quality movements that one would indeed expect from the luxury maison...................
New Frederique Constant Watches 2024: Classic Date And Moonphase ManufactureOver at the Frederique Constant booth at this year’s Watches & Wonders trade fair, two watch models are in the limelight: the Classic Date Manufacture and the Classic Moonphase Date Manufacture. Evidently, the Swiss watch brand is using 2024 to draw attention to its flagship and, of course, most classic collection...................
Van Cleef & Arpels Highlights 2024Ah, Van Cleef & Arpels the brand that forever trumps all others when it comes to producing the prettiest Swiss timepieces on the planet. But we should never forget that in the watchmaking industry, a pretty face might just be hiding some of the most impressive horological feats out there. With that in mind, let's take a look at a handful of the..................
Online exclusive: Panerai Submersible Luna Rossa PAM01565Ahead of this year’s America’s Cup, Panerai is introducing the Submersible Luna Rossa PAM01565 in satin-finished stainless steel. The timepiece pays tribute to the manufacture’s role as sponsor of the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli sailing team, which has been in action since 2019. Prada and Panerai already competed in their first Ameri..................
Panerai Submersible Luna RossaThe 37th edition of the America’s Cup will take place between August and October. This year, the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team, supported by Panerai, will once again be competing in the world’s oldest sailing regatta. With the Submersible QuarantaQuattro Luna Rossa Ti-Ceramitech, Submersible GMT Luna Rossa Titanio and Submersible Tourbi..................
Cartier Presents Three New Prive Tortue WatchesEach year, Cartier captures the hearts of its most fervent followers with the introduction of a new series of Prive watches. Now in its eighth year, following on from last year’s Tank Normale, Cartier is introducing a contemporaryinterpretation of one of the most prestigious watches in the Cartier repertoire:the Cartier Prive Tortue watch, of..................
Cartier Santos Dumont And Santos de Cartier 2024Having covered the enduringly popular Cartier Santos extensively, today certainly marks an exciting day as the world-famous French maison introduces a number of new models to its portfolio. This includes several exciting Santos de Cartier and Santos Dumont novelties, which are taking central stage this year in the form of new colour palettes and ev..................
Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre Novelties 2024Back in 2007, Jaeger-LeCoultre presented a model with the patented Duometre mechanism for the first time. The special feature of this construction is that it combines two barrels and two separate gear trains in one calibre, which are connected to a single regulating organ. The watchmakers at Jaeger-LeCoultre are thus addressing a problem by which t..................
Jaeger-LeCoultre: Three New Master Ultra Thin Perpetual CalendarThe Master Ultra Thin collection is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s answer to a modern dress watch, in which the ultra-thin movement always takes centre stage alongside the elegant aesthetics. This year at Watches & Wonders 2024, the watchmaker is presenting three new variations of the Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar – with a revised case a..................
Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Chronograph PlatinVacheron Constantin is treating its collectors to a new platinum limited edition, of which only 50 pieces are available: the Traditionnelle tourbillon chronograph – Collection Excellence Platine. The emblematic masterpiece goes all out in its use of the precious material. It features a platinum case, crown, dial, buckle and yes you read that ..................
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Olive-green, Gold and TitaniumAt this year’s Watches and Wonders, Vacheron Constantin is proving that green remains in favour with the addition of two captivating Overseas models in olive-green and pink-gold. For those who are less about the glamour and more about technical feats, fear not. Vacheron is also introducing a titanium Overseas tourbillon edition into its main ..................
New Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Watches 2024Vacheron Constantin is updating its Patrimony with the introduction of a new 39 mm case for its manual-winding model, alongside a new dial and strap colours. The Patrimony moon phase retrograde date is also enjoying a new look. The collection’s subtle yet effective facelift comes as the minimalist line celebrates its 20th year in the watch ma..................
Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon: World's Thinnest TourbillonWhen Piaget presented the world's thinnest watch, the Altiplano Ultimate Concept, six years ago, it showed the world exactly what masterful, high-precision work can look like. With the invention of the caliber 9P, Piaget can already draw on 67 years of experience in the manufacturing of ultra-thin movements. To celebrate its 150th anniversary, the ..................
Zenith Defy Extreme Diver and Defy Revival A3648Following Zenith’s revival of its pilot’s line last year, this year sees another revival in the form of the new Defy Extreme Diver. As with the brand’s pilot’s watches, the diver’s watch has a long history at Zenith a 55-year history to be precise, as the first Defy A3648 diver’s watch appeared in 1969. In additi..................
New Montblanc Iced Sea Models 2024Montblanc launched the Iced Sea Collection for the first time in 2022, with dials inspired by the glacial ice of the Mer de Glace in the Mont Blanc massif. A technique called gratte-boise was used for the first time for the ‘iced’ dials. As the watches have been so popular, the Iced Sea is now becoming a collection in its own right. As ..................
Montblanc 1858 The Unveiled Minerva Monopusher ChronographAt Watches & Wonders 2024, Montblanc is presenting a new 1858 The Unveiled Minerva Monopusher Chronograph, whose movement has not only been built into the case upside down, but can also be fully admired by the wearer from all angles through openings in the case.Dial and caseFive openings have been worked into the bezel of the 43 mm stainless st..................
Hublot Big Bang Unico Orange And Dark Green CeramicAt this year’s Watches & Wonders fair, Hublot is adding two particularly attractive models to its Big Bang Unico collection in orange or dark green ceramic. Both pieces showcase a skeletonised dial, come with sumptuous matching rubber straps, and are a limited edition of 250 pieces.The caseSo, down to the details. The new Big Bang Unico m..................
Hublot Big Bang Integrated Time Only in 38 mmThe iconic Big Bang from Hublot, with its bold design and integrated bracelet, is appearing for the first time as a 38 mm version at this year’s Watches & Wonders 2024. Previously, there were smaller Big Bang models in 33, 38 and 39 mm, but only with diamonds and therefore more aimed at Hublot’s female following. The Big Bang Integr..................
140 Years of Breitling: New Navitimer Cosmonaute, GMT And AutomaticBreitling is celebrating its 140th anniversary and is kicking off the anniversary year with new additions to the Navitimer collection. This month, 10 new models will join the collection, which embodies the Breitling spirit like no other. Firstly, Breitling is presenting a new limited edition of the Navitimer Cosmonaute. This watch became the first ..................
Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic Sketch & Chronograph GMTTo mark Bulgari’s 140th anniversary, the Manufacture is presenting new Octo Finissimo with a “Sketch” dial. In March 2022, Bulgari presented a “Sketch” dial for the first time as a limited edition. The three-hand watch and chronograph celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Octo Finissimo and featured a sketched design ..................
Louis Vuitton Escale Metiers d'Art: Artistic Tributes to JapanLouis Vuitton’s very own Metiers d’Art is introducing three new ‘Cabinet of Wonders’ pieces, all of which are Escale models. The very special watches are limited editions of a mere twenty pieces each. The romantic trio of Escale watches, which appear to take inspiration from Japan, are titled Ko?’s Garden, Snake’..................
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch White DialA new Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch! The latest version of the first watch worn on the moon features a white lacquered dial and black hands for the first time. A red Speedmaster lettering provides a striking contrast and is inspired by the rare Speedmaster Alaska Project. A first version was spotted on the wrist of Omega brand ambassador Daniel Craig..................
Tissot PR516: A Historic Chronograph Makes a ComebackIn an exciting move for fans of the brand, Tissot is bringing back a historic model. The new Tissot PR516 adopts the design of the original from the 1970s, but is now equipped with a state-of-the-art movement. True to its history, it dispenses with automatic winding in favour of manual winding. The mechanical chronograph represents the brand’..................
Frederique Constant x seconde/seconde/ Slimline Moonphase Date: What Are Conventions Anyways?Frederique Constant is presenting the Slimline Moonphase Date Manufacture seconde/seconde/ Limited Edition, the result of a collaboration with the French artist seconde/seconde/. Originally, the manufacture wanted to emphasise the craftsmanship that goes into its watches. With this task in hand, seconde/seconde/ set to work. Romaric Andre artistica..................
Ryan Gosling x TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph The Hollywood Actor Dons a Unique PieceLast year, to mark the 60th anniversary of the very firstCarrerafrom TAG Heuer, the watchmaker launched a series of spectacular new products most notably theCarrera Glassbox Chronographin gold. 60 years ago, we hadn't yet been graced with Ryan Gosling's existence, yet today, the actor is the main protagonist for the iconic watch. It’s a natur..................
Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Depeche Mode: The Passage of TimeThe Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Depeche Mode is the latest result of the collaboration with the English rock band Depeche Mode. The partnership began 14 years ago to raise awareness for charitable projects. Since then, more than 2.3 million US dollars have been raised. In March 2023, Depeche Mode then announced their new album “Memento MoriR..................
Save the Date: Swisswatches Heads to Inhorgenta 2024?In a few days' time and under its new motto Bold and Confident', trade fair Inhorgenta will reopen its doors at Messe Munchen. From the 16 to 19 February, visitors can admire jewellery, precious stones, and timepieces while celebrating the 50th anniversary of the trade fair together with the exhibitors. To mark this special jubilee, a few new featu..................
Frederique Constant Slimline Perpetual Calendar Manufacture Designed by Peter SpeakeFrederique Constant's release of a new perpetual calendar watch at the beginning of this year could not have been better timed. The Slimline Perpetual Calendar Manufacture Designed by Peter Speake was created in cooperation with the independent British watchmaker Peter Speake, who conceived a minimalistic design with an open-worked dial and selecte..................
Roman Gold: Bulgari Bulgari 2024While the Roman Empire created a buzz as a viral trend on social media platforms last year, it has long been central to Bulgari. One of the Italian maison's most iconic models is the?Bulgari Roma,?released in 1975 and now known as?Bulgari Bulgari. Inspired by inscriptions on ancient Roman coins, Roman letters make up the double engraving of the bra..................
Louis Vuitton Watch Prize: Ral Pags Emerges VictoriousThe Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives announced its first winner yesterday, on February 6, 2024, with Ral Pags and his RP1 – Regulateur detente winning the inaugural holding of the competition. Ral Pags received a silver spiral trophy inspired by a balance wheel the essential element for the precision of a timepiece. A..................
Zenith ICONS: Pilot - Act 1: Historic Pilot References in New Capsule CollectionZenith is expanding the ICONS programme with a new capsule collection composed of three historic pilot’s watches. As part of Zenith’s HORIZ-ON CSR initiative, dedicated to building a circular economy for the manufacture’s historic watches, the ICONS programme offers original references that have been examined, certified and restor..................
Bulgari Octo Finissimo Yellow Gold And Octo Finissimo Tuscan CopperIn recent years, Bulgari'sOcto Finissimohas broken several records. Although there is no new record to celebrate this time, the Italian watch manufacture is adding two new models to its award-winning collection. One of them is theOcto Finissimo Yellow Goldin 18-carat yellow gold, which draws inspiration from the brand’s Art Deco watches from ..................
Longines Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve: Unique ComplicationTo mark the 70th anniversary of the Conquest collection, Longines is presenting the Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve. The watch is based on a historic model from 1959, the ref. 9028, which integrated a power reserve indicator in the centre of the dial by means of two rotating discs. The reincarnation that just launched offers this unique int..................
Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph French Limited EditionThe French capital has something special in store for vintage car enthusiasts this month. From 31stJanuary to 4thFebruary, a vast number of historic automobiles can be admired at the Salon Retromobile in Paris. But it does not stop there: Chopard will present theMille Miglia Classic Chronograph French Limited Editionwith its 100 piecesat the fair. ..................