Recently, Ulysse Nardin unveiled its newest repeating watch and it’s pretty impressive, especially considering how the sound is amplified. I wrote an in-depth article about the new Hourstriker Phantom Watch on Forbes.com. Now, I bring that article to our readers. “In the world of watchmaking, there is a category of haute horology timepieces that are…
Standing inside the world famous Louvre in Paris, it’s nearly impossible to take in the depth, breadth and scope of the art within these walls. From the Greek and Roman sculptures to Leonardo da Vinci‘s Mona Lisa and other famed paintings as well as the Egyptian, Asian and Islamic art, we are immediately reminded of…
Hamilton Teams With Schott NYC, Unveils Khaki Pilot Watch
Few know today that Hamilton watch company was founded in America — back in 1892 in Lancaster, PA. Because the brand is owned today by Swiss luxury conglomerate, Swatch Group, it is a Swiss brand and Swiss made. However, the company long remembers and indulges in its American roots. That is why the brand teamed…
Video: Rolf Studer, CEO of Oris, Explains Big Crown ProPilot X Caliber 115 Watch
Back in June during the Couture Time show, Oris brought me behind a black curtain in its exhibition space and showed me a top-secret virtual reality movie of its soon-to-be-released watch: the Big Crown ProPilot X Caliber 115 watch. It was a blend of a James Bond-like secret mission to go behind the curtains and…
A. Lange & Sohne Unveils Odysseus – First New Watch Collection In A Decade
German watch brand A. Lange & Sohne unveils its first all-new watch collection in 10 years (since the Zeitwerk came out in 2009). The Odysseus is packed with a host of firsts for the brand. To begin with, this sixth collection is the brand’s first steel watch in regular production. It is also the brand’s…
Close Up: Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de Vache 1955 in Steel
Marking a first for Vacheron Constantin (well almost), the brand recently unveiled its Histories Cornes de Vache 1955 watch in stainless steel. It is the first time the brand has created this historical incarnation in steel (with the exception of a limited edition piece it created for Hodinkee). Retailing for $39,800, the watch is a…
Hands On: Corum Golden Bridge 43 Art Deco, In Stores Now
This past summer, we here at ATimeyPerspective were the first to break the news of an all-new Corum Golden Bridge watch that the company quietly released. Thanks to a unique formation of a vertical baguette movement, two suspension points and skinny cables, the watch is truly incredible. Now that it is out in stores, we…
A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Lady Gaga In Vegas With Tudor
Just a few days after her fall off the stage in Vegas, Lady Gaga thus far seems to be doing okay. I remember when I saw her perform earlier this year, I was impressed that she brings people up from the audience during her show and interacts with them. Earlier in the year, I had…
What SIHH Gains From Huge Show Changes, Name Change to Watches & Wonders Geneva
Billing its announcement of a new show name and new format as the largest move the former SIHH (Salon International de la Hate Horlogerie) has made in its history, show organizers FHH (Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie) may be spot on. Now calling the exhibit Watches & Wonders Geneva, and giving it a two-prong approach…
Elvis Presley’s Gold Ebel Watch Up For Sale: $498,000
Once owed by Elvis Presley, this solid gold and diamond-accented Ebel watch is up for sale for a mere $498,000 by M.S. Rau. The watch, which Presley later gifted to his friend and backup singer J.D. Sumner (complete with inscription on the back) will be on display in New York at the upcoming New York…
See Watches Never Before Seen In The United States At WatchTime NY 2019
For those who love to immerse themselves in the world of watches – and today, that is a strong number – WatchTime New York exhibition returns this year to Manhattan for a fifth rendition. The show, which takes place October 25-26 at the landmark Gotham Hall, this year boasts a record 37 participating brands. Open…