Drawing inspiration from Jaeger-LeCoultre’s round watches from the 1950s and 1960s, the Master Control collection beautifully symbolizes the Grande Maison’s technical expertise and savoir-faire in respect to sophisticated design. The Swiss manufacture now introduces an eye-catching new variation to it: the Master Control Chronograph Calendar in pink...
Since the early 20th century, Junghans has been manufacturing mechanical on-board watches that were used in both airships and airplanes to determine the duration of flights, and were thus indispensable navigation instruments. The Black Forest based watch factory reached another milestone...
At Watches and Wonders 2023, Chanel invited visitors on a journey through space and time with a Capsule Collection under the motto “Interstellar”. One highlight is the Lion Astroclock, which brings the celestial topic to life both allegorically and through exquisite finishing...
With its bold retro character, Hamilton’s latest iteration of the Pan Europ Automatic presents itself as a contemporary variant of its predecessor that first took to the skies in 1971. The latest timepiece addition to the Pan Europe series, it features a striking 42mm cushion-shaped...
With the1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar, premiered in 2013,A. Lange & Söhneendowed three of the most sophisticated horological complications with the beautifully classic design of the 1815 product family. The equally rare and challenging combination of a split-seconds chronograph with...
The original Heuer Skipper was produced from 1968-1983 but the Carrera version was only in production for that first year before shifting to the Autavia case in 1969. For decades it was largely a forgotten esoteric regatta-timer but, as...
With the Tangente neomatik 41 Update – Signature Collection, limited to 200 pieces, Wempe opens the next chapter in its collaboration with renowned watch brands. For the Signature Collection, the Hamburg-established, family-run jeweler partners with brands to reimagine their most iconic styles in...
In 2021, Seiko commemorated its 140th anniversary with the revival of one of its most sought-after timepiece from its archives, the King Seiko. The original was debuted in the early 1960’s and introduced in a refined version in 1965 that was distinguished...
As a collector of over twenty years, it cannot come as a surprise that I have builT up a good relationship with my watchmaker. As we are both in the same industry, only on different sides, we love to...
Of the various ongoing trends in the watch world, ever-improving power reserves in mechanical timepieces are among the most practical. With collectors often owning a variety of pieces they like to change in and out on a daily basis,...
75 Years of Seamaster – Omega launches a swath of new timepieces in honor of the legendary watch family, celebrating both the lightness of summer and the theme of water resistance with a summery blue color, and appropriately dubbed the Seamaster Diver...
Entirely dressed in black and certified according to ISO 6425, the Certina DS Action Divers 43mm combines great looks with high-quality features. Thanks to a screw-down crown and case back, the diver’s watch is water resistant to 300 meters. Its striking black...
Rattrapante chronographs, also referred to as split-seconds chronographs, are a type of chronograph with two seconds hands that allow for the ability to time multiple simultaneous events, such as runners during a race. It can also time a series...
As more and more of today’s consumers look for watches that make a truly personal statement, the art of customization is in rising demand. In this feature from the archives, WatchTime contributor and author Roberta Naas offers one of...
Marking the third year of its partnership with Williams Racing, Bremont launches the WR-45 Chronograph ahead of the 77th Formula 1 Aramco British Grand Prix at Silverstone, which will take place on July 9, 2023. The limitation of only 244 pieces references the number of times...
Commemorating its partnership with Alinghi Red Bull Racing established last year, Tudor introduces two brand new Pelagos FXD models, both inspired by and designed for sailing: a chronograph and a time-only watch. The Pelagos FXD and the Pelagos FXD Chrono boast a composite carbon case with a...
Just debuted by Girard-Perregaux is the Neo Constant Escapement Only Watch for the 2023 edition of the biennial charity auction. An updated iteration of the famed and now decade-old Constant Escapement L.M, this piece unique is done in a pink gold case and...
Right in time for summer, Maurice Lacroix releases a new version of the Pontos S Diver which was first marketed in 2013. For the re-creation, the Swiss manufacture worked together with its brand ambassador Lidija Lijic, a world champion free diver who holds...
Following up on the success of the Divers Sixty-Five Cotton Candy in bronze, Oris now offers this colorful design in three steel iterations with a diameter of 38mm. Literally eye candy and adding a contemporary touch to the Divers Sixty-Five’s retro design profile,...
When was the last time that you went to the movies? If you’re a watch fan and love action and adventure, you’ll enjoy the new Indiana Jones movie, which starts June 30. In Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,...
Commemorating its 140th anniversary this year, Alpina launched a special edition of time-only watches in two iterations, both limited to 14 pieces only. Aptly dubbed the Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years, the watches are powered by an original manual-wound caliber that dates...
Tourbillons embody the finesse of high horology and guarantee highest precision of timekeeping. The pinnacle of this sought-after complication, which translates to “whirlwind,” is the flying tourbillon, which showcases the fascinating mechanism in all its magnificence thanks to the...
Just released by Parmigiani Fleurier is the new Tonda PF Sport collection, a more casual and, well, sporty iteration of the Tonda PF collection that will replace the Tonda GT. Coming in a time and date or chronograph versions in either steel or...
Charles Zuber is a brand that is making waves in the watch world. With the Perfos, they have shown how elegant a sportive watch can be, but that is merely the beginning. WatchTime is catching up with one of the...
Dangerous creatures have always held a magical attraction. In this feature from the WatchTime archives, we look at five exciting horological creations that reveal this fascination. A snake on the wrist is better than two in the bush –...
Tattoo artists are used to having skin as their canvas. Here they don’t rely on an image provided or picked by their clients, but realize a vision of their own, creating priceless art. Such skills also translate very nicely...
Glashütte Original’s Sixties line, which was introduced a couple of years ago as part of the Vintage Collection, is an impressive homage to the eponymous decade: The domed sapphire crystal, the slightly curved hands along with a round, delicately crafted...
As one of the founders of Bell & Ross, Carlos Rosillo is a man with an impressive track record. Driven by a deep passion for watchmaking, he has led the brand to become one of the staples of the contemporary...
Simply beautiful or beautifully simple? Both statements are true of the Orion from Nomos Glashütte, because minimalism is the essence of this classic that was introduced more than 25 years ago. Now, the manufacture is expanding the collection with three limited...
Raymond Weil has always had a knack for making watches that have something different. They love to play with details and are not afraid to plot their own course. This is also clearly visible with the new Freelancer Automatic Bi-Compax Chronograph,...