This year, as America’s Department of Labor turns 100 years old, we take note of the fact that Labor Day is fully American. It is a day dedicated to the…
Happy Labor Day 2013
Hands-on and in-depth reviews of timepieces.
Hands On with the Greubel Forsey GMT
This Greubel Forsey GMT , which was first unveiled to the world last year and is now in production, was three years in the making. The watch offers a 24-second…
Introducing the Urwerk UR-EMC Finished Watch with Built-in Intelligence
Recently, we brought you the news about the new EMC movement by Urwerk. You can read the details here, but essentially this 100 percent mechanical movement incorporates its own integrated…
Equestrian Inspirations
Before the advent of automobiles, many of today’s luxury watchmakers were saddlers and leather goods specialists. Others simply grew up in the world where equestrian involvement was all encompassing, and…
Crossbow Smartwatch Pre-Buy
It’s official. The Hyetis Crossbow Smartwatch is available for sale in a pre-buy offer. The price is steep — $1,200. But, lo at what you get. A smartwatch with built-in…
Around the World: New York’s Ferrari Rally
If you were lucky enough to be in New York today, it was a wonderful sight. Ferrari hosted a rally from New York’s Battery Park to Bridgehampton on the East…
A look at the Dubey & Schaldenbrand R92 Column Wheel Chronograph
Independent watchmaker Dubey & Schaldenbrand is a company that prides itself on blending history and current day. As such, it has proudly curated treasured movements from the 1950’s, 60’s and…
One for the Road: Armin Strom Racing Tourbillon
We’ve written about Armin Strom before – and how this brand utilizes actual reconfigured auto racing parts on its Racing Tourbillon watch. Now, in honor of its third season as…
Wow Wednesday, Wonderful Women’s Watches: Extravaganza from Bedat & Co.
It’s been a long summer – one filled with watches that go where you go – from the beaches to boats, hiking, camping and just plain outdoor fun. Now, in…
One of the World’s Most Unique Watch Concepts — Astrological Watches: SEAH® Brings Personality to the Wrist
We’ve written about this Swiss-made brand before. We’ve even reviewed these timepieces. Incredibly well made and beautifully crafted for men and women, SEAH® watches hold a full patent for their…
8 Minutes Well Spent: Video Snapshot of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Efforts to Protect our Oceans’
In today’s icately balanced world, some watch brands recognize the need to help sustain our oceans, and are getting involved. Jaeger-LeCoultre has been partnered with UNESCO and the World Heritage…
Don’t Miss Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Laguna Seca Now
Today and tomorrow in Monterey, CA, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is in full swing- with races on both days. During Classic Car Week, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is reserved…
Friday’s Fabulous Find: ALOR Watches for Women
It isn’t everyday that a new watch brand makes its debut on the market. But California-based ALOR® fine jewelry is launching a of intriguing and affordable Swiss-made timepieces that definitely…
Watch Designer Eric Giroud Shares thoughts on the Swarovski Crystallium
Unveiled at BaselWorld and now making its way to the retail stores, the Swarovski Crystallium Automatic watch won an honorable mention from the Red Dot Award for Best Product Design 2013.…
Fantastic Vintage Watches — Original Pics from Readers
Last month, we posted some vintage timepieces here – watches from the 40’s, 70’s and 80’s. That sparked some interesting reactions from readers, and today we a lo into a…