We watch rs – especially in America where we were persona non-grata during the Geneva Watch Days and the Asian Watches and Wonders shows — have all been starving for hands-on experiences with our favorite brands. This is the time of year we all usually flock to New York for the WatchTime show, or to…
This past weekend marked the Rolex 24 at Daytona event where the Tom Blomqvist, driving #60 Meyer Shank Racing with Curb-Agajanian Acura ARX-06, to the victory. Not only did he win the race and trophy, but also he won the coveted Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona watch. Reflecting on his team’s second consecutive win and…
Introducing The New Sport Carrera Chronograph 160 Years Special Edition Watches
As part of its ongoing efforts to celebrate its 160th anniversary, TAG Heuer continues to focus on the Carrera collection. Today, the brand unveils the all-new TAG Heuer Sport Chronograph Carrera 160 Years Special Edition watches. They are inspired by a timepiece from the mid-1960’s that was a celebrated watch in its day. The “Dato…
Why The New Omega Speedmaster Silver Snoopy Watch Is Hot
Just last week, Omega unveiled its Speedmaster “Silver Snoopy Award 50th Anniversary” watch in honor of the brand’s receiving the coveted Silver Snoopy Award from NASA in 1970 for the critical role it played in the Apollo 13 mission. The new Speedmaster Silver Snoopy Award 50th Anniversary watch brings top watchmaking together with the bed comic…
MB&F Celebrates 15 Years, Unveils Legacy Machine Perpetual Evo
Today, in honor of its 15th anniversary, independent brand MB&F introduces the Legacy Machine Perpetual EVO watch — a timepiece destined for everyday life here on Earth. No space, no cars, no frogs, owls or jelly fish — simply an every da wear. However, there is nothing simple about the new watch. Taking inspiration…
Chopard Releases Alpine Eagle Chronograph, Bridges Generation Gap
Today, as independent Swiss watch brand Chopard unveils its newest Alpine Eagle XL Chronograph — with in-house-made COSC-certified chronometer movements — we are witnessing the next realm of the brand’s leadership and of its pioneering spirit when it comes to sustainability. Family Growth At Chopard I have been highly familiar with Chopard and its owners,…
Patek Philippe Expands Twenty-4 Manchette Series
It’s been an interesting ride over at Patek Philippe when it comes to women’s watches. Back in 1999, the venerable brand surprised the world with its manchette style Twenty-4 for women – powered by a quartz movement. The watch to the world by storm thanks to its sleek design, and beautifully integrated bracelet with rectangular…
Why The H. Moser Streamliner Center Seconds Green Watch Is Golden
Earlier this year, H. Moser & Cie. opted to unveil a vintage-inspired sports watch. Lots of watch pundits scoffed. This independent brand with classical los wouldn’t be able to pull it off. Those pundits were wrong. Yes, the new Streamr Self-winding Flyback Chronograph and the ensuing Streamr Center Seconds watches were a marked departure from…
Watch Review: Bausele Australian OceanMoon Watch
Loing for a watch that is somewhat different from everything else on the market? Australian watch brand Bausele might be the one. The relatively young brand – founded less than a decade ago by Christophe Hoppe – believes in bringing a bit of Australia to the wrist. In fact, the brand is named for this mission…
Why The New Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Mariner Dive Watches Are Hot
Just last week, Swiss watch brand Jaeger-LeCoultre unveiled its all-new Polaris Mariner Dive watches — and they are taking the watch collecting world by storm. It is not difficult to figure out why. The Polaris, especially the Memovox, is one of the most bed collections from the and has been stealing hearts for than…
Interview With Actor James Marsden, Who Plays A Watchmaker In IWC Film
Recently, I had the opportunity for my Perfect Timing column on Forbes, to interview American actor James Marsden, who is an IWC brand ambassador and who actually starred as a watchmaker in the recently released IWC video, “Born of a Dream: A Man of the Future.” Here, we bring you portions of that interview as…