This year, Grand Seiko celebrates 20 years of its famed Spring Drive movement. Additionally Japanese car brand Nissan GT-R celebrate a 50th anniversary. The two Japanese brands come together now to celebrate in style with a Grand Seiko sport collection that pays homage to the Nissan GT-R. Naturally, the new series is equipped with the…
It was nine years ago that innovative Swiss independent watch brand MB&F teamed with the well-respected Reuge music box maker to unveil the MusicMachine 1 space-inspired music box. Now, the two brands release the newest co-creation: the MusicMachine 1 Reloaded. The three-dimensional music box not only defies tradition in looks and design, but also…
Wristwatch Review: Robert & Fils 1630 Leather/Lace La Dentelle Watches For Women
Women who love lace, leather and diamonds have a new luxury watch option from a brand with roots dating back nearly 400 years. Recently Robert & Fils 1630, currently headed by 11th-generation watchmaker Gilles Robert, unveiled a new timepiece that deftly blends past and present — with a modern twist. The new 100-percent Swiss-made Lace-leather La…
Hands On With The Carl F. Bucherer Retro Manero Flyback
We’ve written a lot about Car F. Bucherer and its Manero collection of timepieces. Now, the brand unveils the vintage-inspired Manero Flyback Chronograph in 18-karat rose gold. There is so much to like about this watch that it is difficult to decide where to begin. Thanks to its wonderful Retro style, this watch offers so many…
A Basic Guide To How Mother of Pearl Dials Are Made
Sowind Mother of pearl dial disks being readied for work. Photo by patriceschreyer.com. Many watches today feature mother-of-pearl dials. These shimmering orbs offer a classic and elegant appeal. However, mother of pearl is brittle and ultra thin when used as a dial, and breakage can easily occur. Here we take a quick look at how these…
How Corum Sneaked Out A New Golden Bridge Watch That Will Blow Your Mind
Everyone who knows Corum knows that the brand is synonymous with the Golden Bridge … a collection it unveiled decades ago that is inspired by the Golden Gate Bridge and that features a striking vertical architecture movement developed originally by master watchmaker Vincent Calabrese. Most of the newer Golden Bridge watches features bold renditions of…
Omega Unveils Seamaster Watches For Countdown to Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Yesterday marked the one-year countdown to the Tokyo Summer Olympics 2020 that begin July 24 of next year. Omega, the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games, has begun the countdown. To celebrate, the brand unveils two new Tokyo 2020 Limited Edition watches: Seamaster Aqua Terra Tokyo 2020 Limited Edition and Seamaster Planet Ocean Tokyo 2020 Limited…
Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Brand Is Seeing Red
Typically, when posting about a women’s watch, I would say “Move over, men. This one is for the women.” However, in this case, I will say “Read On Men; there’s something here for you too.” In fact, in addition to this incredible red hot new watch unveiled by Jaeger-LeCoultre, the brand has also implemented a…
Vacheron Constantin Prototype Watch Climbs Everest On Wrist Of Avalanche Survivor, Cory Richards
With its “One of Not Many” marketing campaign, Vacheron Constantin has been making some intriguing partnerships — and headlines. One of its partners, Cory Richards, is a a National Geographic photographer and avid explorer who recently attempted to climb Mt. Everest unassisted, without oxygen and on an all-new route. Exemplifying the brand’s “One of…
Horological Society of New York Teams With British Watch Institute For Traveling Education
In a big move, two of the world’s oldest horological organizations are joining forces to teach horology classes in London later this summer. The Horological Society of New York (HSNY), founded in 1866, and the British Horological Institute (BHI), founded in 1858, are making history with their first partnership to advance the art and…
Tutima Sails Forward At Kiel Week Water-Sport Event With M2 Pioneer
Last week, German watch brand was the Official Timekeeper of Kiel Week in Germany. Billed as one of the world’s largest water-sport events, this particular sail week attracts more than 3 million visitors and 40,000 sailors. In a demonstration of its commitment to adventure and endurance, Tutima had a brand presence on land, at sea…