It was two years ago in 2018 that Swiss watch brand Montblanc introduced its first 1858 Geosphere watch, with northern and southern hemispheres on the dial. In fact, the brand unveiled a host of watches that year geared toward those who the great outdoors, and has continued in that domain. Now, Montblanc partners…
By Nancy Olson The Watches & Wonders Geneva 2023 show is in full swing and we are still discovering great new pieces. In fact, Montblanc this year does not disappoint. The brand’s new mountain-inspired Montblanc 8000 Capsule Collection is a tribute to the world’s fourteen highest peaks—each over 8,000 meters above sea level—and the climbers…
Introducing: Zenith Defy Classic Carbon With Integrated Carbon Bracelet
Zenith just went a big step further with its Defy watches by introducing a carbon version of the Defy Classic that is the first to feature an integrated carbon bracelet in the history of the brand. Zenith’s carbon bracelet is made of than 50 different components — in crafted all carbon. The ultra-light weight…
Ulysse Nardin Unveils Diver Net Concept Watch Made From Fishing Nets
As one of the world’s greatest sailing events, Vendee Globe, gets set to begin, Swiss watch brand Ulysse Nardin – Official Timekeeper of the single-crew highly dangerous race—celebrates by releasing a concept watch created using plastic pollution from the oceans. Ulysse Nardin has, in fact, regularly turned its attention to the oceans, and now is…
Steve McQueen’s Heuer Monaco Worn In 1971 Film, Le Mans, To Be Auctioned by Phillips
Steve McQueen put time on the map – at least for TAG Heuer back in the 1970’s when he wore the Monaco in the film Le Mans. McQueen was an avid racecar driver in addition to being a superb actor and he did his own driving in that movie. Now, the watch he wore –…
3 Reasons To Love The Armin Strom Lady Beat Watch
Just last week, independent Swiss watch brand Armin Strom unveiled its first-ever “ladies” watch — developed for women and housing a completely new movement. The Armin Strom Lady Beat watch is all brains and lots of beauty. There is a lot to like about this watch (and maybe one thing I don’t like), so let…
Introducing: Oris Aquis Date Caliber 400
Independent Swiss watch brand Oris dances pretty much to its own drummer. Despite being a large, globally distributed brand, the company’s executives pull out all the stops when it comes to creative designs and responsible partnerships. Recently, the brand announced that it has created an all-new in-house-made movement, Caliber 400 and today, it introduces the…
Breitling Unveils Chronomat For Women, Adds Spotlight Squad
It was just a couple of years ago that Breitling – under the direction of watch veteran Georges Kern – began an entire revamp of the brand, including its marketing and products. Now, the brand announces a new Spotlight Squad, unveils a new 32mm Chronomat for women, and a 36mm Chronomat. It also announces new…
GPHG Nears Final Vote For Winners, Commentary On Academy
Following a Swiss-based traveling roadshow that went from La Chaux de Fonds to Zurich and then Bern, the 84 watches up for the Grand Prix de Horlogerie d’ Geneva awards will be on exhibit in Geneva starting October 30 and through November 15 at the Musee d’Art et d’ Histoire. The prize ceremony for the GPHG…
Movado Unveils Artists’ Series Watch With Royal Wedding Photographer, Lubomirski
In a big move, Movado is unveiling the much-anticipated new Artists Series watches – created in collaboration with famed photographer Alexi Lubomirski who may be best known as the Official wedding photographer in 2018 of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. In addition to being a portrait photographer, Lubomirski has also shot campaigns for luxury brands,…
Accutron Unveils Gold Spaceview, Paints Town Green For Anniversary
This year Accutron celebrates its 60thanniversary and it does so in style. To begin with, last night the New York-based brand ensured that the Empire State Building lit up in the brand’s signature green hue. Additionally, today, it unveiled a limited edition solid 18-karat yellow gold SpaceView watch. Accutron is known as the world’s…