I remember it well. It was 1995 and I was at BaselWorld. I had an appointment with a young new brand that had been established in 1988 and launched its…
Why Watch Lovers Should Pay Close Attention to Frederique Constant Watches
3 Hot Watches Seen at TimeCrafters 2014: HYT, Parmigiani, Urwerk Watches
As we mentioned last week, the TimeCrafters 2014 watch exhibition was taking place this past weekend, with top watchmakers bringing their finest new timepieces to the market, along with some…
Collectors’ Corner: The Journe Identity (or, the Beauty of FP Journe watches)
By Todd Vladyka, Philadelphia Collector The first time I ever saw an FP Journe Chronometre Bleu, I almost didn’t try it on! A close friend and I decided to…
Jaeger-LeCoultre Watches:Hybris Artistica in Exclusive NY Premiere
Last night on the rooftop of the NoMad Hotel in New York, Jaeger-LeCoultre presented an exclusive viewing of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches – unique artistic and heritage pieces — in a sneak…
New York Area Watch Collectors Have Rare Opp to see Luxury Watches at TimeCrafters 2014
If you are in or close to New York City this week, you may want to take some time to attend the third annual TimeCrafters show at the Park Avenue…
My Personal Recounting of the Kentucky Derby: Experiencing the Fastest 2 Minutes in Sports with Longines
Yesterday, what is dubbed as the “Fastest two minutes in sports” to place. The 140th Kentucky Derby, held in Louisville, is one amazing event – something everyone should have on…
Eat Your Heart Out! Chef Experience Extraordinaire at the Kentucky Derby Taste of Derby with Longines
There are many stories behind the Kentucky Derby – the horses, jockeys and races, the hats (oh the hats), the bourbon, the food and . It’s a lot to soak…
Independent Watchmaker Richard Mille Crafts a Movement Just for Women in the RM07-01
There is an entire sub-section of the watch industry that is frequently overloed by the general public: the independent watch makers. For those in the know about watches – this…
3 Top Ancient-Ruin Travel Destinations
This weekend sojourn, with summer nearly upon us, is the first in a series of amazing travel destinations. This week we focus on 3 top ancient places around the globe…
“The Little Tramp” turns 100 – Chaplin Forever!
Last night, we had the distinct and interesting pleasure of attending a very unusual exhibition and film screening at New York’s Lincoln Center with Jaeger-LeCoultre. The exhibit honors the 100th…
Some People Just Don’t Understand Watch-Collecting Addicts
By David Dadian, watch collector, NJ “So, what is your favorite watch?” My friend asks knowing I have many. He sees the IWC catalog in my office and just shakes…
Watch Collectors Voice Opinions, Wish Lists and More
You may recall that just about a week ago, we announced here that we would be launching a new section: Watch Collectors’ Corner. Rather than have one single perspective from…
A Moment in Time with Actress Susan Sarandon, IWC Friend of the Brand
Recently, thanks to our friends at IWC, we got the opportunity to sit down and talk with one of their friends of the brand — actress and political and charitable…
Would You Wear a Blue/Green Rolex? Introducing the Oyster Perpetual Milgauss Blue Z (video)
This watch is a winner. Now some may say that the blue and green combination is a bit odd, but we think it is a perfect color to take this…
Is the Creed “Rigorous Simplicity” for a Watch Brand Realistic Today? Ochs Und Junior Says Yes
This is one rare breed of watch. Ochs und Junior is a brand created by two smart minds and focused squarely on simplifying the complexity of watchmaking. With a philosophy…