By Nancy Olson CronotempVs Collectors is an international private watch collector community that partners with major watch brands and independent makers to create timepieces that highlight traditional watchmaking. Sixteen different…
As Bell & Ross lifts the embargo on its newest release, I’m reminded of the brand’s history and purpose — one long linked to aviation and the sky. The new Bell & Ross BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle Watch – with aventurine dial, starry night overview and alluringly iconic Bell & Ross case shape — is…
Ball Unveils Sled Driver Watch Honoring Military Legend Brian Shul
If you are at all into motivational and inspirational speakers, you may have heard of Brian Shul. The man is a legendary pilot who was a Major in the US…
Back to the Future with Chanel’s Interstellar Capsule Collection
The big news at Chanel for 2023 is the Interstellar Capsule, showcasing cosmic-inspired motifs and futuristic designs across multiple collections, from the Première to the Code Coco. Inspired by space…
Babe Ruth 1923 World Series Pocket Watch by Gruen Sells for $717,000
He was a troubled child who ended up in a reform school. Born in 1895, George Herman “Babe” Ruth Jr. began playing Major League Baseball when he was a teenager…
A Close-UP Look at the Azimuth 3D Wonders: Mr. Roboto R2, Crazy Rider
As all of our regular readers know, I have been in the watch industry for three-and-a-half decades and so I have seen many a brand come and go. One brand…
Award-Winning Actor Bradley Cooper Becomes Brand Ambassador for Louis Vuitton
It’s been a busy fall for top watch brands that have been signing on brand ambassadors that they think strike a chord when it comes to similar values and passions.…
Aviation Buffs, This One’s For You: Introducing the Bell &Ross Carbon Orange (Pre BaselWorld 2014)
Pilot watches are a special breed, much like the pilots who wear them. They offer distinct legibility and often have added functions, or vintage inspirations. Bell & Ross, a brand…
Avatar Fans Now Have A Watch: Citizen Avatar ‘The Way of Water’ Watches
The much-anticipated movie, Avatar: The Way of Water made its debut just a couple of weeks ago. A sequel film to Avatar that launched in 2009, the new movie was…
Author Mary Shelley Turns Over In Her Grave Thanks To H. Moser & Cie’s Unveiling Of Frankenstein Homage Watch (Swiss Icons Series)
This article was amended on January 12, with a new statement by the brand being issued about this timepiece. That statement is at the end of this article. Well, ,…
Audemars Piguet’s Newest Music Collab: DJ Collective Keinemusik
Audemars Piguet is once again blending luxury watchmaking with the world of music. Following the success of its Audemars Piguet Parallel event at the Montreux Jazz Festival, the Swiss haute…
Audemars Piguet’s Brand Ambassador Leo Messi Wins Big
This year started well for Audemars Piguet’s brand ambassador and soccer superstar Leo Messi, who won his fourth consecutive Ballon d’Or award. This is a voted award (by soccer journalists,…
Audemars Piguet’s Brand Ambassador Bernd Wiesberger Wins Big
It was a big moment for Audemars Piguet brand ambassador and golfer Bernd Wiesberger when he lifted the heavy trophy in celebration of his win of the Alstom Open de…












