Every year for more than half a century, some of the greatest motorsports events take place in Monterey, California. This past weekend was the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, which started back in 1955 and is easily the most sophisticated and prestigious of all motorsports events. With Rolex as the Official Timepiece of Concours d’Elegance…
By Gordon Henderson Anyone in the watch world knows that Hublot is all about big, bold, bright and a lot of bravado. This year at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2021, the brand delivered on its theme in spades, unveiling a number of pieces that will attract the eye of anyone within a 50 foot radius.…
Kering Group Appoints Patrick Pruniaux CEO of Ulysse Nardin As Patrik Hoffmann Exits
While we were busy covering some great events this past weekend, the Albert Bensoussan, CEO of Kering Group Luxury — Watches and Jewelelry Division (owners of watch and jewelry brands: Ulysse Nardin, Pomellato, Gucci, Boucheron and Girard-Perrregaux) made another management change announcement: Patrick Pruniaux is the new head of Ulysse Nardin. He replaces long-standing CEO of the…
Introducing the Montblanc TimeWalker ExoTourbillon Minute Chronograph Limited Edition 100
As a further expansion of its totally revamped TimeWalker Collection, Montblanc unveils a very special limited edition watch: TimeWalker ExoTourbillon Minute Chronograph Limited Edition 100. The piece combines two notable horological complications: the brand’s in-house patented one-minute ExoTourbillon that was first unveiled by the brand in 2010, and with quick stop-second mechanism, and a…
Rolex: Title Sponsor and Official Timepiece Of Many Events at Monterey Classic Car Week
This weekend — starting today — promises to be a truly exciting one for car lovers and watch lovers. It is Monterey Classic Car week and that is huge news. The event includes the famed Pebble Beach Concours D’Elegance®, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering and more — and Rolex plays a role…
Golfer Patrick Reed, ‘Captain America,’ Joins Hublot Brand Ambassador Team
It’s golf season and that means announcements are in full swing. US Ryder Cup star Patrick Reed joins Hublot’s team of distinguished golfers as a brand ambassador. Reed, it turns out, is a watch lover and owns several Hublot timepieces in his private collection. Referred to as “Captain America” in golf, Reed is known for defeating…
The American Clock and Watch Museum Offers The One Time You Just Might Wish You Were an Old Crank
Something interesting happens on the first and third Friday of every month in New England. At the American Clock and Watch Museum in Bristol, Connecticut, visitors can join the Old Cranks tour. During this exceptional time frame, four long-time volunteers at the museum come in to wind the approximately 60 to 70 historic clocks —…
Baume & Mercier Teams Up with Indian Motorcycle – America’s First Motorcycle Company
Swiss watch brand Baume & Mercier selected the famed Bonneville Salt Flats as the prefect venue today to announce its news affiliation — with America’s oldest motorcycle brand: Indian Motorcycle. Both Baume & Mercier and Indian honored the Burt Munro who took his Indian Scout Streamliner to the Salt Flats 50 years ago — earning…
Grab A Seat for the Upcoming Total Eclipse of the Sun — A Rare Moment in Time
Time and astronomy have long been linked. Man has always planted and harvested according to the moon and many an ancient ritual was performed to honor the sun. Next Monday, August 21, 2017, North America will get a rare and wonderful moment in time: the eclipse of the sun. Certain states are in the direct path…
You Haven’t Been to Singapore? Now You Don’t Need To Go: Introducing Louis Moinet Singapore Edition Limited Edition Watch
Yesterday was the National Day of the country of Singapore, sometimes called the Lion City. To honor the history and beauty of the city, Swiss watch brand Louis Moinet, in partnership with Wealth Solutions, unveiled an exclusive limited edition Singapore watch. Offered in an edition of 19 pieces in rose gold and 65 pieces in stainless…
Interview: Racing Legend Jacky Ickx Reflects on Driving, Timing and Chopard
Being a car lover, I was thrilled when the opportunity arose not too long ago to interview the legendary Jacky Ickx. The 72-year-old racer is one of the finest drivers of all time. In addition to winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans six times, he also achieved eight wins and 25 podium finishes in…