With the countdown to 2014 coming near, and watching 2013 come to a close, we thought it would be fun to ring in the new year with a countdown of…
Just a few days ago, the watch world lost a fine leader, a gentleman, and a man who revolutionized the wearing of big watches. Angelo Bonati, former CEO of Panerai and the man who built the brand, passed away at age 75. Way too early. But he did things way too early his whole life.…
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra-Thin Perpetual Calendar — How did they fit 336 parts in to a 1/3-inch case? (original pics)
Earlier this year we introduced you to the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra-Thin Perpetual Calendar watch as it was being unveiled in Las Vegas. Now, we take some time for a close…
A Higher Call: Reflecting on the Good in People this Holiday Season
Honor, Strength, Doing the right thing no matter the cost. That’s the end result of the actions taken in WWII by German BF109 Pilot Franz Stigler when he, in German…
Finally Arrived: The Hautlence Destination
Earlier this year, just after BaselWorld, we brought you news of the new Hautlence Destination watch. That watch was in its infancy then, but is now finished, in production and…
Introducing the Ralph Lauren Automotive Flying Tourbillon (Pre-SIHH 2014)
With the Geneva SIHH watch exhibition around the corner, some brands are giving us a sneak peek at their new introductions. As such, we introduce here the Ralph Lauren Automotive…
The Day Before Christmas
‘Twas the day before Christmas, when all through the watch world, Not a watchmaker was stirring, no machines whirled; The tools were all placed on the benches with care, In…
Experience the DeWitt Academia Steel Grande Date Hora Mundi
In celebration of its 10th anniversary this year, Dewitt has launched it s first steel Academia timepiece. Created in a limited series of just 200 pieces this year, the Academia…
Holiday Happiness: Last Minute Gift Ideas- ALOR®
Loing for the perfect last minute gift? Since time is the most precious thing we have, a timepiece is the perfect option. This elegant 1979 watch from ALOR Swiss Watches…
Today’s Best Watchmakers: Exclusive Interview with APRP’s Giulio Papi
We have written about Giulio Papi before here, but recently – on his first trip to New York City – we had the chance for another exclusive interview with this…
Watch Executives Speak Out about Prices, Groups, Technology and More
In a passionate statement that rounded out an hour-long panel discussion among top-level watch industry executives in New York City recently, Maximilian Busser, founder of MB&F Horological Lab, summed up…
Great Stocking Stuffer: Introducing the Reflex Audi Watch
Stocking stuffers for the man who has everything are hard to find –but if he (or she) enjoys life in the fast lane, you may want to take a spin…
Experience the FIBT World Cup – Timing by OMEGA Watches
By Dan O’Rourke It’s all about the clock in bobsledding. When watching the sport you’ll quickly realize your eyes constantly shifting back and forth between the sled and its time.…