Earlier this spring, right after Watches & Wonders Geneva, we wrote in depth about the incredible Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante. The $28,700 watch was a world premier and is the first to use a split-second Rattrapante (generally used for a chronograph) for a GMT second time zone hand. This watch offered innovation inside and…
This week, the brand that has the attention of the adventurers, hikers and newbie watch collectors (as well as long-time watch collectors, G-Shock launches s new series of watches that include three outdoors-inspired pieces. The cases are cool, slim (well, slimmer than G-Shock’s norm) and rugged. They boast the brand’s top-rated and much-sought-after features like…
After almost a year of lock-down due to the pandemic, New York City stores are opening up again, and some are even starting anew. In recent months, we have witnessed a sort of renaissance of the watch boutiques, as several top brands and retailers open new stores that offer experiential and interactive exhibits. Just yesterday,…
Ever since its first introduction to the world more nearly 40 years ago in 1984, the IWC Portofino watch has been a statement of refinement and elegance. Now, IWC Schaffhausen enhances the collection by adding a new 39mm version to complement the larger 42mm existing size. Even better, there are three great dial choices. One…
This week marks the 50th anniversary of the first drive on the moon. It’s hard to believe that on August 2, 1971, on the Apollo 15 mission, the car NASA sent to the moon, the Lunar Rover, was driven there for the first time ever. David Scott, mission commander, was the seventh man to walk…
Gold is no longer just a watch and jewelry material. It has officially joined the tequila ranks. Wars have been fought over it and love declared with it, but now, one spirits company is using gold on a very special bottle in hopes of attracting thirsty customers seeking tequila and a bit of the precious…
Unisex is a thing again when it comes to watches. It was a turnkey phrase in the 1980’s and into the ‘90’s, but now it has taken on all new meaning. Now it is about having a watch the proper size to fit any wrist. This year, too, unisex and color go hand in hand,…
It was just last year that Ralph Lauren surprised everyone with its newest Polo Player watch — one with horse and polo player front and center on the dial. Now, the brand expands the series with a white lacquer dial and new colors for bezel that range from green to navy blue and brown. They…
Well, it is finally happening. An actual in-person jewelry and watch show is taking place next month in Las Vegas. The Couture Show, typically held in late May/early June and postponed last year and earlier this year due to the pandemic, is opening its doors from August 24 through the 26th — with more than…
If you don’t know the name Jimmy Chin, you soon will. This alpinist mountain climber, National Geographic photographer and Award-winning movie maker is quietly making his way to becoming a household name, especially amongst adventurers. He co-produced the movie Meru in 2015, followed several years later by the movie Free Solo — capturing the without-ropes…
Bulova has a long and storied past in watchmaking, particularly in the United States, where it was founded. Over the years, the brand has morphed and evolved, like all brands, and today it is all about recalling its past but with a true vision toward the future. The brand remains dedicated to its famed “Bulova…
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