Zenith Chronomaster Sport: Precious Metal For The Collection And Gems on TopThe Zenith Chronomaster Sport Ref. 22.3100.3600/69.M3100 is the first addition to the young collection with a precious metal case set with gemstones. The diamonds, spinels and sapphires on the bezel echo the iconic three-colour chronograph counters. A meteorite dial is also on show, displaying its characteristic pattern in a golden colour. Inside i..................
Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar: Full Calendar in Three ColoursZenith is adding an annual calendar to the Chronomaster Original collection. The collection revives the design of the brand’s iconic A386 and now features a model with a triple calendar display. Originally, the A386 was to include a full calendar and a moon phase display anyway. However, due to the success of the classic chronograph, the deci..................
Zenith Chronomaster Sport Green: Core Collection Gets Coloured Bezel And Rubber StrapWith the new Zenith Chronomaster Sport Green, the manufacture is presenting a new, striking model in lush green. Not only is this the first time a green ceramic bezel appears in the core collection, but the manufacture is also presenting a completely new rubber strap. Inside is the high-frequency El Primero 3600 calibre, which enables the measureme..................
Hublot MP-10 Tourbillon Weight Energy System TitaniumHublot has just released a new piece as part of its MP (manufacture piece) collection. This time, the new MP-10 Tourbillon Weight System is not only limited in its production numbers, but also in its presence of traditional timekeeping elements. Conspicuous by their absence are the hands, oscillating weight or even a dial.Case of the new MP-10 Tour..................
Hublot Big Bang Unico Green SaxemHublot is bringing us a new Big Bang wristwatch constructed from emerald green Saxem only the second shade of this material that exists in the catalogue, alongside yellow. This time, a mere 100 people will be able to purchase this limited edition release from the brand.The case of the new Big Bang Unico The Hublot Big Bang Unico Green Saxem has a 4..................
Hublot Classic Fusion Tourbillon OrlinskiHublot is introducing two new editions to its six year-long partnership with sculptor and best-selling French artist, Richard Orlinski. Meet the matching Classic Fusion Tourbillons in Vibrant Yellow and Sky Blue, each limited to 30 individual pieces.Case of the new Classic Fusion Tourbillon The cases of these bright and electric Classic Fusion wris..................
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Dato & Tourbillon: Heritage Meets ModernityDuring this year’s LVMH Watch Week, TAG Heuer is presenting fans with two special new chronographs. The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph pays homage to a historic model of the brand with its Dato layout and a date at 9 o’clock. Meanwhile, the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon integrates the eponymous rotating cage designed to compen..................
Orbiting the Moon: Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8Not many can claim that they have seen the other side of the Moon. The crew of the Apollo 8 mission can count themselves lucky. In 1968, they were the first to orbit the Moon in a spacecraft. On the astronauts' wrists: theSpeedmaster.Omega is now honouring this special moment with a new edition of theSpeedmaster Dark Side of the Moon,which was firs..................
Off to the Largest Sea on the Moon With Blancpain x Swatch Ocean of StormsLast year, Blancpain and Swatch released five watches dedicated to the world’s five oceans as part of their collaboration. Just in time for the new year and the day of the new moon, another timepiece has now been added to the existingBioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathomscollection. TheOcean of Stormswas inspired by the new moon, also known as the bl..................
Zenith Pilot Automatic & Pilot Big Date Flyback: Blue Like The SkiesIn the summer of 2023, Zenith presented an updated Pilot collection. Although Zenith has a rich history of pilot’s watches (brought back to life in their ICONS: PILOT capsule collection that just launched), the manufacture decided to start from scratch. The result is a modern pilot’s watch that picks up on the typical features combines ..................
Wempe Iron Walker Chronograph 46: Carbon For Extra ToughnessWith the Wempe Iron Walker Chronograph 46 in its three variations, the watch manufacturer of the eponymous jeweller demonstrates its prowess with carbon. The watches have a 46 mm case made of the composite material and a clear dial design. Inside is a chronograph from Sellita in chronometer specification. The watches differ by their accent colour, ..................
Roger Dubuis Excalibur Knights Of The Round Table Titanium Damascus: Battle on a Sea of IceThe Roger Dubuis Excalibur Knights Of The Round Table Titanium Damascus is the latest addition to the collection launched in 2013, which uniquely combines the medieval myth of King Arthur with Roger Dubuis’ progressive approach to horology. This new version stands for the contrast between ice and fire. The titanium case with Damascus pattern ..................
Beloved Bicolour: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph?Since introducing the?Royal Oak Offshore?in?1993, Audemars Piguet has released various versions combining different materials and colours. Recently, the brand presented two new limited-edition?Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph?models.?Both versions come with a black ceramic case and either feature titanium or rose gold de..................
Bulgari Aluminium x Gran Turismo: Gearing Up in True Italian StyleWhile the watch collector community continues to laud steel models, many Swiss manufactures are endeavoring to increase the appeal of precious metal models. Take Bulgari, for example, which recently opted for lightweight aluminium with the release of two limited-edition models created in collaboration with the computer game Gran Turismo.Que bella M..................
Sporty Meets Sparkle: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon High JewelleryIn a first for the enduringly popular Vacheron Constantin Overseas collection, the brand is introducing a new model combining white-gold and the line’s signature blue dial with baguette-cut diamonds. Despite its sporty-elegant DNA, the new Overseas Tourbillon High Jewellery brings together glamour, craftsmanship, technical finesse, and style...................
Jaeger-LeCoultre Opens New Boutique In MunichSwiss Jura-based manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre is settling into its new Bavarian home as it opens a boutique at Munich’s most prestigious address, on the glamorous Maximilianstrasse 24. The world-renowned shopping street in Germany, which comprises one of Munich’s four royal avenues, counts the likes of Chanel, Herms, Omega and Ralph La..................
Richard Mille RM 35-03 Automatic Rafael NadalAfter one year out of action, Rafael Nadal recently announced his return to professional tennis for the Australian Open in Brisbane. So, it seemed rather fitting that Richard Mille produce him a new watch and drop us fans an early Christmas present. That is, of course, the new RM 35-03 Automatic Rafael Nadal. Up until now, the reference had been pr..................
Audemars Piguet Opens AP House in HamburgFollowing the AP House in Munich and the AP Boutique in Frankfurt, the new AP House in Hamburg is now open to customers just in time for the festive season. The Swiss haute horlogerie manufacture now operates 18 AP Houses worldwide, including cities such as Los Angeles, Bangkok, Barcelona, London, Tokyo and even St Barths. You are currently viewi..................
Breitling Superocean Bucherer Exclusive: Three Limited Editions Celebrate The New PartnershipBreitling is presenting three new models together with Bucherer. The three Breitling Superocean Bucherer Exclusive models in 36, 42 and 44 mm come in novel colours and celebrate the new partnership between the two Swiss companies. Following the takeover by in summer 2023, the jeweller, retailer and watch manufacturer Bucherer shows itself to still..................
Audemars Piguet X Travis Scott: The Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openworked Cactus JackMcDonalds, Connected Cannabis, Dior, and now… Audemars Piguet? At first glance, this string of companies seemingly has very little to do with one another. Yet they all have one thing in common: they have all collaborated with Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack brand. Audemars Piguet is the latest brand to become part of this very unusual club. ..................
Cosmic Timepiece:?Frederique Constant Classic Tourbillon Meteorite ManufactureFrederique Constant is celebrating a double anniversary with greetings from outer space: the brand's 35th anniversary and the launch of its tourbillon calibre 15 years ago. With its meteorite dial, theClassic Tourbillon Meteorite Manufactureis a cosmic timepiece that showcases the brand’s craftsmanship through 35 handmade limited-edition piec..................
Panerai Luminor Luna Rossa Carbotech: 24-Hour Special Edition Celebrates The Luna Rossa Sailing TeamAs a long-standing partner of the Italian sailing team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, Panerai is presenting the Luminor Luna Rossa Carbotech. The special edition is being released on the occasion of the 37th America’s Cup. The watch is only available for 24 hours and there are only 37 pieces. The case comes in the company’s own Carbotech a m..................
A Fusion of Modernity and Mysticism: The Richard Mille RM S14 Talisman OrigineThe RM S14 Talisman Origine looks like something from a bygone era, with only the characteristic tonneau case hinting that this is indeed a Richard Mille timepiece. The piece is a tribute to the Talisman Origine'; a talisman which, according to Richard Mille, was discovered in the heart of the Swiss Jura, and said to have been created by an ancient..................
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph: Two New Versions With Ceramic, Titanium and Rose GoldThe two new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph are notable for their exciting material combinations and first-class mechanics. One of them has a black ceramic case with a blue bezel and blue pushers. The second model is in rose gold and titanium instead. Inside the watches is the brand’s latest chronograph with flyback function.Ma..................
A Gastronomical and Horological Delight: F.P. Journe Le RestaurantGeneva has a new culinary destination for watch enthusiasts and bon vivants alike. In cooperation with award-winning chef Dominique Gauthier, F.P. Journe has opened the fine dining brasserie F.P. Journe Le Restaurant'. Since the beginning of November, refined dishes, exquisite wines, and horological motifs alike have been artfully combined in a lis..................
Chopard Alpine Eagle Summit: Four New Eagles With GemstonesChopard is presenting four new additions to the Alpine Eagle collection. With their harmonious colours, the four Chopard Alpine Eagle Summit watches are reminiscent of Alpine Switzerland. The bezels feature a variety of gemstones that evoke the mountain environment with gentle gradients. The four different versions come in yellow, white or rose gol..................
Chopard L.U.C Strike One: Sonnerie au PassageThe Chopard L.U.C Strike One integrates a Sonnerie au Passage that strikes a note every full hour. The limited edition comes in a 40 mm white gold case and presents the characteristic brand codes on the dial. Previously, a variant in rosegold was available. The exposed hammer reveals the complication. Using the pusher in the crown, the sonnerie can..................
Patek Philippe November ReleasesYesterday morning at 9 AM (CET), with a quick refresh of my safari page, Patek Philippe dropped seven new watches to its sports collections. All of them carry precious stones and are aimed towards the female clientele of the brand. This is truly the season for minute repeaters; as well as the new Ref. 1938 unveiled last week, Patek Philippe has now..................
Panerai's Grande Complications: The Technical Finesse of The ItaliansWhen people think of “Panerai”, they most certainly associate it with Italian flair and the Submersible – the characteristic diver’s watch with the crown protection bridge. But Panerai does Grande complications too. We present some highlights from the tinkerers in Neuchatel.Perpetual Calendar PAM0715With the Luminor Perpetua..................
Orbituary: Entrepreneur J?rg G. BuchererJ?rg G. Bucherer, Chairman and Delegate of the Board of Directors of Bucherer Holding AG, passed away on 6 November. The long-time Bucherer patron was 87 years old and leaves no children to carry on the business. In order to secure the future of his empire, J?rg G. Bucherer sold his company, founded in Lucerne in 1888, to Holding SA just a few mon..................
Breitling Avenger: Updated Collection with Chronograph, GMT and AutomaticFor more than two decades, the Breitling Avenger has had a firm place in the Grenchen-based company’s portfolio. The watch was specially designed for jet pilots to withstand the extreme conditions in the cockpit. However, the Avenger appeals not only to pilots, but also to civilians who appreciate the fast-paced design, robustness and functio..................
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie: Acoustic Indulgence in a Ceramic CaseFor the first time, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie offers a minute repeater in a full ceramic case. The two new 42 mm variants of the Royal Oak with Minute Repeater and Supersonnerie integrate the latest research results from a long-standing collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne. With ..................
Richard Mille 07-01 Coloured Ceramics: Combining 80s Design and Modern TechnologyAs the leaves turn brown and fall from the trees, many are bidding summer goodbye but Richard Mille’s new 07-01 Coloured Ceramics models are not amongst them. Under the vibrant parasol of its ‘Endless Summer’ campaign, the brand is introducing three dreamy new pastel-coloured watches for women. The watches draw inspiration from 19..................
Deep Diver: Oris AquisPro 4000m?A depth of 4,000 metres or 400 bar that is how much the?Oris AquisPro 4000m?can withstand. The new model is the most resilient diver’s watch in Oris’ portfolio to date. While a wave pattern on the dial visually encourages its wearer to venture into the deep, a robust titanium case and a patented ceramic bezel with a rotation safety syst..................
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 'Jumbo' Openworked: Squelette in Yellow GoldThe Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ‘Jumbo’ Extra-Thin Openworked (Ref. 16204) extends the series with a new skeletonised version in a yellow gold case. For the current generation (on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak), two Squelette models in stainless steel or rose gold launched. Now a case made of yellow gold is followi..................
Breguet Presents the new Marine Tourbillon 5577Over 220 years ago, in 1801, Abraham-Louis Breguet realised that he needed to balance gravity to achieve a more consistent beat in his pocket watches. The master watchmaker therefore set out to use his extensive understanding of mathematics and physics to reduce the rate deviation to an absolute minimum. He found that the key lay in the balance whe..................
In the Heart of Munich: Germany's First Zenith BoutiqueZenith fans can now admire the timepieces of the traditional Swiss manufacture at the brand’s first German boutique in Munich. Only a stone’s throw away from the Bavarian State Opera, the Zenith boutique opened its doors in the heart of the Bavarian capital on Theatinerstrasse 7 on October 5th.Zenith operates the boutique in cooperation..................
Let's Get Technical: Louis Vuitton x Akrivia LVRR-01 Chronographe SonnerieWe’ve already covered the Louis Vuitton x Akrivia LVRR-01 ChronographeSonneriein great detail, from interviews with Rexhepi to analysis of the unexpected collaboration. Now, however, it’s time to get technical with a little help from Jean Arnault and Rexhep Rexhepi, who both shared some thoughts with us at the launch in Los Angeles yes..................
Utility Above Military: The Porsche Design Chronograph 1 Utility Limited EditionIn the late 1970s, Porsche Design developed the stainless steel military chronograph. The timepiece, which was characterised by reliability and optimal readability, attracted the interest of the aviation industry. Soon, international air forces, such as the pilots of the US Air Force, wore a Porsche Design chronograph on their wrist. Today, more th..................
Going Green: Oris Sustainability Report 2023 and Dat Watt Limited Edition IISwiss watch manufacture Oris has several pieces of good news to share with the watch world right now. Having recently completed its second sustainability report, it’s evident that the company is meeting its sustainability goals. These are being achieved alongside the development of a number of environmental projects developed as part of the B..................