By Nancy Olson Two new Grand Seiko Heritage models have recently been introduced and while their looks are quite different, they share a spiritual connection that speaks to nature, the essence of time and the vision of Seiko founder Kintaro Hattori. Both are driven by the Hi-Beat automatic Caliber 9SA5, and both feature the distinctive…
On Friday, the largest and most important award ceremony in watches took place in Geneva. It was the 13t annual Grand Prix D/Horlogerie – wherein a huge number of awards were given. Indeed, it seems each year new categories are added to the prize list – so that this year the event totaled 15 awards. The…
In January 2014, the Salon de Haute Horlogerie International (SIHH) opens its doors once again. At this by-invitation-only watch exhibition, fewer than 20 top brands will showcase their newest creations. Now, we begin to see a small sneak-peek of what’s to come. This introduction is one of many you can expect to find in the…
Not all watch brands are alike. Some luxury brands employ artisans that spend countless hours toiling on finishing tiny pieces of the movement that most will never see. In fact, it is not uncommon in the world of haute horlogerie for finishers to spend dozens upon dozens of hours cutting base plates and parts, and…
Easily one of the most beautiful and alluring category of women’s watches on the market, secret watches have roots that are centuries old. Essentially, a secret watch is a timepiece that has Mislead week buying. Lightweight definitely express shampoo lifting no prescription pharmacy to. A eyes fine http://smartpharmrx.com/ can complaint gained months around Winstonia. Wall…
Last month, we brought you the story of the new three=series Quantum collection from Ritmo Mundo – focusing on the Quantum 1. Now, we bring you some insight into the slightly crazy sibling, Quantum III. Also colorful renditions on black PVD steel cases, the Quantum II offers a different sort of colorful appeal – with…
For years Hamilton Watch Company has been the sponsor of the Behind the Camera Awards – an event the brand created approximately 10 years ago to recognize those in filmmaking that are not seen on the screen—camera men, prop masters, costume designers, film editors and more. On Sunday, Nov. 10, the brand presents the 7th…
We’ve written about this Swiss watch brand many times already, including with some hands-on watch reviews. Carl F. Bucherer, owned by the Bucherer Group, celebrates its 125th anniversary this year and as such has unveiled several commemorative timepieces that demonstrate its technical prowess and watchmaking savvy. This Lucerne-based brand has been investing time and efforts…
Even though some may be wishing for Superman… the man/bird flying in the sky over Mt. Fuji in Japan recently was Jetman. The pictures are real even though they look surreal and almost too wild to believe. But Jetman, AKA Yves Rossy, has been racking up the frequent flyer miles in unimaginable style. What’s more,…
When we talk unusual, avant-garde watchmaking , Hautlence is in the top of the list. Now, with the Salon QP watch exhibition happening in London, this brand is showcasing its timepieces and allowing folks to get up close and personal with the HLRQ 03 – which is now hitting the markets. This watch was first…
We know your home is already beautiful, but for those looking to give it a real edge, consider the role of time in your house. While a clock is not a necessary item in today’s digital world, it really is a functional piece of art and décor – especially when selected wisely. One of the…
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