Long before “tool watch” became industry shorthand, Panerai was quietly crafting mission-critical instruments for the Royal Italian Navy—timepieces born of necessity, where failure was not an option. In that vein,…
With Watches & Wonders 2026 in full swing now, we take a lo at some of the brands that really wow us. Naturally, German brand A. Lange & Söhne is…
Officially opening today, Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 is underway. As always, the show promises so much excitement, from exceptional timepieces to brand ambassador appearances, interactive experiences and exhibits and…
A few years ago I was invited by Jacob & Co. to Sicily to experience the unveiling of its Godfather watch—in honor of the movie. I was so excited to…
Independent Swiss brand Urwerk has long been known for its revolutionary technology and pioneering designs. The young company, founded in 1997, is all about carving its own path, and the…
Rado, a dynamic Swiss watch brand known for pioneering into the world of high-tech ceramic watches nearly 40 years ago—with its first ceramic watch in 1986, followed by multiple collections…
Just last week in Miami, Vacheron Constantin reopened its flagship store for that city and has created not only a watch r’s haven, but also a place to enjoy arts…
As Bell & Ross lifts the embargo on its newest release, I’m reminded of the brand’s history and purpose — one long linked to aviation and the sky. The new…
In watchmaking, heritage is often measured in decades—or centuries. But occasionally, a brand’s history is defined not just by the watches it produces, but by the people it helps along…
Girard-Perregaux has long been regarded as a cutting-edge manufacture, creating the iconic Three Bridges tourbillon — a spectacle of precision, technical prowess and aesthetic beauty — as far back as…
Officine Panerai, the Swiss-made watch brand with deep Italian roots—and the brand long associated with equipping elite Italian naval frogmen—has also been notably forward-thinking when it comes to how it…
Louis Vuitton has always been a brand rooted in art and craftsmanship since its founding in 1854. What began with exquisitely engineered trunks and luggage evolved into a universe of…
This weekend, at 2:00 in the morning on Sunday March 8, we set our clocks ahead by one hour for the start of Daylight Saving Time. The Spring-Ahead concept, originally…
Known for its refined mechanical watchmaking and its unwavering adherence to the aesthetic harmony of the golden ratio, Parmigiani Fleurier has built a reputation for understated sophistication. Equally important to…
In just a couple of weeks, on March 14, 2026, the 24 Karat Club of the City of New York will return its annual banquet to the Waldorf Astoria New…