The old adage “Everything old is new again” couldn’t be to the point than with the latest release from Louis Moinet, the Astrolabe Tourbillon. Invented by the Greek scientist Hipparchus, the…
A look at the world’s wristwatch brands, their newest timepieces, brand ambassadors, events and news – by brand.
Meet the Watch that Displaced the Daytona (Almost) at this Year’s Baselworld: The Rolex Air-King
This year at Baselworld, when it came to Rolex, all eyes were on the newly revamped Daytona. Well, not all eyes. While we liked the new Daytona, we d the…
Andrew Martin of Martin-Baker Shares Thoughts on the Ejection Seat that has Saved 7,500 People
Fan-favorite British watch manufacturer Bremont recently wowed boutique visitors with the latest installment of its Bremont Adventure club. The Adventure Club features speakers and friends of the brand who actually do…
Meet the Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Chelsea Watch
Anytime a watchmaker partners with an acclaimed brand, the outcome is almost always momentous. The case of Hublot’s union with the esteemed 2015 Premier League Champions Chelsea Football Club (CFC)…
Are Smart Watches Getting Smarter? Why the deGrisogono Samsung Gear S2 is Draped in Diamonds
It is no secret that Smart watches seem to be tripping over themselves as they burst onto the market. Perhaps the only Smart Watch not doing that is the all new haute…
Three Top Pilot Watches from Baselworld 2016 that Soar to New Levels (Breitling, Bell & Ross, Bremont)
Aviation watches are instruments of both time and navigation. Representative of adventure and characterized by precision, these watches tie the necessary tools of the profession to a unique and stylish…
An Up-Close Look at the Vacheron Constantin Maitre Cabinotier Retrograde Armillary Tourbillon Wristwatch and Caliber 1990
Recently on our Perfect Timing column on Forbes.com, we introduced the world to the new Vacheron Constantin Maître Cabinotier Retrograde Armillary Tourbillon watch, housing the all new Caliber 1990. Inspired by…
Audemars Piguet Brand Ambassador Danny Willett Wins The Masters 2016
In Augusta, GA, today — the famed green jacked was donned by Audemars Piguet brand ambassador Danny Willett. The epitome of self control, Willett was picked up by Audemars Piguet as brand…
A. Lange & Sohne, F.P. Journe and Others Offer First-Time Look at New Watches During Madison Avenue Watch Week
Starting this Wednesday, April 13 and running until April 20, watch rs visiting New York City can expect to see things they’ve never seen before in the U.S. market. In…
One To Want: Arnold & Son’s Affordable and Alluring Nebula Watch
When I originally submitted this article, my opening words were: “Damn Arnold.” While we didn’t go with that lead, the point was, this over-the-top brand has done it again –…
Presenting the Sound and Story of the Breguet Tradition Minute Repeater Tourbillon as Seen in Baselworld 2016
Just last year, Breguet unveiled its first Tradition Minute Repeater Tourbillon (Ref. 7087). While the watch was exceptional, the brand opted to return to the drawing board to perfect the…
Top Watch Brands Receive WatchStars Awards at Baselworld 2016 (A. Lange & Sohne, MB&F, Omega, Tudor)
This year at Baselworld 2016, executives were on hand from A. Lange & Sohne, MB&F, Omega and Tudor to receive their Watchstars Awards (2015-2016). Selected by an international panel of experts…
Close Up with the New Generation Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra Watches — Prepare to be Wowed
I just don’t know a better way to put this, but if you are a car and watch r than you need to get up close and personal with the…
Five Fantastic Mechanical Watches Seen at Baselworld 2016 (Video)
Once again this year, our very good friends and colleagues over at TheWatches.tv captured some horological excitement at Baselworld — especially as it pertains to mechanical timepieces. Here, with their permission,…
Harry Winston’s New Premier Moon Phase 36mm Reconfigures the Sky on the Wrist
We’ve all seen watches with those alluring moonphase indications on them. Sometimes the indication (usually in an arc format) is at 12:00 on the dial, other times it is at…