It was 21 years ago in 1999 that Swiss watch brand Frederique Constant unveiled the Highlife collection with strap built directly into the case. It was an eye-catcher that attracted watch…
A look at watches with a variety of horological complications and functions above and beyond telling time.

The Truth Behind The Bamford, Black Badger, Zenith Superconductor Project
It was just about two weeks ago that Bamford Watch Department announced its newest collaboration. The company has been working with Swiss watch brand Zenith for a while now and…
Angelus Unveils U23 Tourbillon Watches Inspired By Cocktails
With the last weekend of August upon is, it’s time to seriously indulge in those last summer cocktails. I can see it now, sitting poolside or ocean side with a…
Breitling Unveils Endurance Pro Watches, Strava Challenge
At Geneva Watch Days, Breitling releases its sporty, highly functional Endurance Pro watch collection. This new is offered at a great price/value proposition and is extremely high-tech and geared-for-performance in…
Bovet Unveils $178,000 Virtuoso VIII Chapter Two Watch
Known for its haute horology and of astronomical complexities, Bovet 1822 unveils its newest Virtuoso VIII Chapter Two watch with flying tourbillon and big date, as well as 10 days…
Hands On With The Tutima M2 Pioneer
When it comes to the ultimate sports watch, Tutima’s M2 Pioneer stacks up against the best of the well-known brands – and even has a little to offer in terms…
Jacob & Co. Continues the Scarface Saga With $360,000 Opera Watch
Jacob & Co. has a nice relationship with the American cult movies of the 20th century. One in particular: Scarface. Now, the brand releases an all-new Scarface watch that plays…
Montblanc Unveils New Star Legacy Orbis Terrarum Watches
Montblanc is a master at interpreting and displaying watch information on its dials in a beautiful and informative manner. The newest Star Legacy Orbis Terrarum watches are no exception. The…
Alexandre Meerson: Customization By Design
When he first started his own watch brand, Meerson, fashion designer Alexandre Meerson knew exactly what he wanted to offer clients: Customized watches. In fact, he didn’t begin by creating…
Jaeger-LeCoultre Creates Master Ultra Thin Kingsman Knife Watch For Matthew Vaughn Movie
Swiss watch brand Jaeger-LeCoultre — along with Mr. Porter — launches a new limited-edition watch: the Master Ultra Thin Kingsman Knife watch that has been specially adapted for the upcoming…
A Closer Look At The New TAG Heuer Carrera Sport Chronograph Collection
It was just recently that TAG Heuer announced its newest Carrera Sport Chronograph watches — slated to be out this fall. The watches are in celebration of the brand’s 160th…
Why The Patek Philippe Ref. 5303R Minute Repeater Tourbillon Is Destined For Greatness
When I saw the very first Patek Philippe Ref. 5303R-001 Minute Repeater Tourbillon Singapore 2019 Special Edition watch at the late fall Patek Philippe Singapore exhibition — I knew it was…
Beginner’s Guide: What Is A Chronograph?
This week we offer a quick lo at watch complications from a beginner’s viewpoint. For the past few months we have gotten a lot of questions about watch complications and…
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication: Why It Matters
Retailing for just about $385,000, or for approximately $475,000 depending on the model, the recently unveiled Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grand Tradition Grande Complication has captured hearts and souls around the world.…
Three Great New Watches That Are Quality/Value Propositions
While collecting the high-end luxury watches is all well and good, sometimes people just want a really wearable, affordable watch. Thankfully there are a host of brands that fit the…