In the sleepy little Swiss village of Villeret lives a quiet giant. Not big in numbers, but big in abilities. The giant is Montblanc’s Institut Minerva de Recherche en Haute…
Behind the Scenes in the Villeret Custom Watch Division of Montblanc
NEWS
IWC Schaffhausen has unveiled an exciting new addition to its Ingenieur collection — one many collectors have been asking for. Meet the Ingenieur Automatic 40 with a striking blue dial. This latest iteration reflects the bold, timeless aesthetic codes of Gérald Genta’s Ingenieur SL from the 1970’s, while meeting modern demands for ergonomics, wearability, and…
Exclusive Interview with Carmen Chaplin, granddaughter of Charlie Chaplin
The granddaughter of legendary filmmaker Charlie Chaplin and the great-granddaughter of author Eugene O’Neill, British actress and filmmaker Carmen Chaplin believes that living in the moment is important to living…
Armin Strom Races Forward with Team Marussia at US Grand Prix F1 Racing in Austin
Red Bull Team’s 26-year-old Sebastian Vettel won yesterday’s US Grand Prix Formula 1 races at the Circuit of America’s in Austin Texas – taking his eighth straight win this season…
Announcing the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie De Geneve 2013 Winners
On Friday, the largest and most important award ceremony in watches to place in Geneva. It was the 13t annual Grand Prix D/Horlogerie – wherein a huge number of awards…
Introducing Three Clifton Chronographs — Baume & Mercier Pre-SIHH 2014
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.…
Decorating and Finishing Components for Luxury Watch Movements at Audemars Piguet
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,…
Up Close with a Vacheron Constantin Lady Kalla Secret Watch (original Pics, prices)
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…
Ritmo Mundo Quantum III – One Sided Appeal
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…
Hamilton Celebrates 7th Annual Behind The Camera Awards in Hollywood
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…
Carl F. Bucherer Manero Tourbillon LE In Stores Soon
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…
It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane … It’s Jetman over Mt. Fuji (sponsored by Breitling)
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 lo…
Haute Horology’s Avant-Garde Side at Salon QP from Hautlence – HLRQ03
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…