Today, Vacheron Constantin released a host of all new Harmony watches and they are among the most beautiful timepieces of 2016. While there are 10 new versions for men and women, revolving around five functions, there is only one that steals my heart with grand intensity. The Harmony monopusher Chronograph with pulsometer has one of…
Does it get any better? Last week I had the distinct pleasure of joining Bremont in New York City for the unveiling of its new Broadsword Recon watch. In attendance: Bremont Co-Founder Giles English and Jason Carl Fox, also known as Foxy. The 46-year-old explorer is a former UK Special Forces operator and Royal Marine…
Affordable Watches: Introducing the new NOMOS Glashutte Neomatic Midnight Blue Dial Collection
One of the key colors of the year in watchmaking is blue — a warm hue that makes for one of the most alluring watch dials when on the wrist. Now, Nomos Glashütte unveils an exciting new family of Neomatik watches with midnight blue dial and colorful accents. In August, the brand released the Tetra nematic Nacthblau…
PGA Tour Golfer Jim Furyk Talks Ryder Cup Favorite Watches
With the Ryder Cup in its final stages today, it seems a fitting time to take a lo at some of the finest golfers out there. Crown & Caliber, on retailer of certified pre-owned watches, has created a video interview with American golfer (PGA Tour) Jim Furyk — who talks about his favorite watch.…
Seiko Opens Miami Boutique, Brings in Special Edition Credor, Grand Seiko and Galante Watches
Just a couple of days ago in Miami, Seiko opened its first Miami boutique in the heart of the Design District. The opening celebration was a stellar success: a Grand (Seiko) kind of night, with some of the rarest Seiko timepieces on display — including pieces from a collection that is typically not sold in…
Join Me on My Vacheron Constantin Overseas East Coast Tour (Slide show)
Earlier this year we brought you news about the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Collection, its revamping and the introduction of the Overseas World Time watch. We also introduced you to images taken around the globe by famed photographer Steve McCurry, who shot a dozen key locations around the world for the brand’s Overseas World Tour campaign.…
Zenith Teams with Land Rover, Unveils First El Primero Range Rover Watch (Prices)
Zenith watch brand and Land Rover have joined forces in a long-term partnership, and to mark the start of the relationship, they are introducing the El Primero Range Rover Special Edition watch. The timepiece celebrates an important year the two companies have in common: 1969. It was 47 years ago that Swiss watch brand Zenith…
A Close-Up Look at the Luxurious Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille and at the Richard Mille RM11-03
Recently, at the invitation of Richard Mille, I had the wonderful opportunity to experience Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille. Held annually in the lace and equestrian region of France – not too far outside of Paris – this event is billed as a luxurious pastoral day in the country. And, the French certainly do…
Meet the First Pre-SIHH 2017 Watch: Vacheron Constantin Half-Million-Dollar Traditionnelle Minute Repeater Tourbillon
It’s the first of many to come: official pre-SIHH watch unveilings. While the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) doesn’t take place until January 2017, we will begin seeing sneak peeks this fall. The first is the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Minute Repeater Tourbillon. A stunning example of haute horology, this new watch houses the…
Meet this Year’s Rolex Explorer 39mm with Rolex Caliber 3132
The Explorer’s place in history is firmly entrenched. Once Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay summited Everest in 1953 while wearing the original Rolex Explorer on his wrist, the piece would forever be known as a watch that could handle the world’s most extreme of environments. Rolex’s updated mo of the iconic Explorer, unveiled at…
Weekend Sojourn: On Safari in Lower Zambezi at Chongwe River Camp
Few things in life compare to a wide open safari — especially when one gets to experience great animals such as the elephant without leaving a carbon foot. Animal conservation, as well as environmental conservation, is top on today’s “issues” of concern. Tens of thousands of elephants have disappeared in the fragile ecosystem over the…