This year’s Grand Prix d’ Horlogerie de Geneve (GPHG) — what some refer to as the Academy Awards of watchmaking – has announced the 84watch nominees for the 2020 edition. The nominations have been selected by more than 350 members of the watchmaking community, from brand executives, to watchmakers, watch educators and leaders and journalists…
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 lovers around the world. It was in this collection that the brand added its Triple Time and tourbillon watches, as well as other complications. Now,…
As we all get a nice three-day weekend in America for Labor Day, and as we all picnic (albeit hopefully social distance picnicking) and head to the beach, it’s a good idea to recall what labor day is really about in America. Hint: not picnics — officially. Labor Day is celebrated on the first Monday…
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 has introduced several special editions. This one, though, brings together Bamford Watch Department, Zenith and Black Badger – working together to create the Zenith El…
James Bond is known for many things: the three digits that accompany his name, his suiting being tailored to the finest of measurements, his car and his watch. From 1995 onwards, Omega (or if you are Daniel Craig Ommeeegaa) has been the essential timepiece for the MI6 operative and in keeping with the legacy, the…
In a much-anticipated roll out of new watches for 2020, Rolex releases five new-generation Oyster Perpetual watches – often adding a burst of color to the mix. Here we take a close up look at the new Rolex Submariner, Rolex Datejust, Rolex Oyster Perpetual, and the beloved Rolex Sky-Dweller, as the entire Submariner family has…
We are not kidding here. If you are an electronics nerd, a watch fanatic, a space-age lover, the newest book on a 60-year-old icon and on-going phenomenon will have you drooling. Accutron: From the Space Age to the Digital Age is page after page (for 150 pages) of history, mechanics, technological advancements and more. Written…
For anyone who has played the Street Fighter arcade games, the statement ‘Choose your fighter!’ is one that carries a great deal of weight. The selection is not one to be taken lightly. The decision on your selected fighter defined your fighting style and likely for a generation of gamers, their youths. Now in its…
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 tall, cold drink and a great Swiss watch. Luckily, Swiss watch brand Angelus, with roots dating back to 1891, has an answer that bridges both…
At Geneva Watch Days, Breitling releases its sporty, highly functional Endurance Pro watch collection. This new line is offered at a great price/value proposition and is extremely high-tech and geared-for-performance in the everyday world that many of today’s active sports enthusiasts pursue. Inspiration Behind the Breitling Endurance Pro Watch In fact, the watch was developed…
Known for its haute horology and love of astronomical complexities, Bovet 1822 unveils its newest Virtuoso VIII Chapter Two watch with flying tourbillon and big date, as well as 10 days of power reserve. The Virtuoso VIII Chapter Two watch is a deft blend of the masteries that came before it and is a unique expression…
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