Cartiers newest sports watch for 2015 is the Ronde Croisiere collection, and in many ways, it is an unexpected but not surprising move from the brand. Cartier is the most important brand within the larger Richemont Group of luxury companies, easily out-earning its colleague watch making family members such as Piaget, Panerai, Vacheron Constantin, IWC, and more. That means Cartier has a lot of responsibility to not only pick up on, but also react to market trends and demands. The Cartier Ronde Cr [...]

When some first asked me a few years ago why I loved watches, I pointed out a few key reasons to explain my fascination with the small machines. The first reason was that I enjoyed the mechanical, functional nature of timepieces. The second reason was that I was beckoned by the rarity of some watches and how collecting unique watches appealed to my personality. Last, I pointed out that timepieces were mostly intrinsically artistic. Not only are skilled watchmakers able to produce aesthetically b [...]

Chrono24, in association with their partner Auctionata (both in Germany), will feature a collection of exclusively tourbillon watches next month via a live online-only auction called The Fascination of Tourbillon Exclusive Watches. There will be twenty five lots, including Lot Number 10 which consists of five Glashutte Original Tourbillons that marked their 500 Year Anniversary. The online auction is November 8th, 2013 and has some interesting values. What is interesting is that most of the wat [...]

Bvlgari, err Bulgari always looks better in all caps right? While I have been seeing lots of confused designs from Bulgari as of late, this Diagono X-Pro is something I am not at all confused about liking (which is to say that I do like it). The cool masculine watch takes a few lessons from the polished looks of the Bulgari design play book, and adds a testosterone powered stamp of approval on it. When it comes down to it, while this is a great watch in and of itself, it feels like Bulgaris answ [...]

The just-announced Patek Philippe 6301P Grande Sonnerie is a subtly designed masterpiece with a grande and petite sonnerie chiming mechanism, as well as a minute repeater and a new patented jumping seconds hand. The 6301P Grande Sonnerie is, in Patek Philippes words, a spin-off of the Caliber 300 found in the behemoth Grandmaster Chime 6300G. Done in a surprisingly wearable-sized and -designed platinum case, the 6301P is a special piece of horology with rare complications that is remarkably subt [...]

These two timepieces are part of the?Breguet Tradition watch collection. This is not to be confused with Breguets Heritage watch collection. Easy to mix up those two of course. Breguets notoriety started long ago and for good reason. Having personally inspected antique Breguet pocket watches I can attest to their excellent design and quality. They really were something ahead of their time. Todays Breguet brand under the Swatch Group attempts to retain the magic and aesthetic of traditional Bregu [...]

In recent years, Grand Seiko has increasingly introduced artistic watches with techniques, materials, and storytelling to compete in the territory previously exclusive mostly to high-end Swiss watch brands. The new Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGD202 8 Day Power Reserve watch in 18k rose gold is a good example of that and a similarly priced but different aesthetic take on the platinum-cased Grand Seiko SBGD001 from 2016 that we saw hands-on here. Of course, Grand Seiko offers a few things that Euro [...]

I must say, in my book, Mido has been bringing it on strong as of late. I say this because Ive gone from not paying particularly close attention to the brand to being genuinely intrigued and looking into?models that theyve been releasing. Youd anticipate that 2018 would be a big year for the brand (being as its the 100-year anniversary), and youd be right. To help celebrate that centenarian mark, weve got the Mido Commander Shade Special Edition watch.SpecificationsBrand:?MidoModel:?Commander Sh [...]

Well, this Piaget limited edition watch for SIHH 2016 wasnt expected, but it is certainly interesting. People will definitely?be talking about Piagets $70,000+ mechanical/quartz hybrid that, in design, borrows from the previously released Piaget Emperador Coussin Tourbillon (hands-on here). Visually, just by looking at the watch,?youd have no real way of knowing that it contains a piece of more-modern technology in addition to its mechanical backbone.According to Piaget, this limited edition Emp [...]

Being the brand of the carrousel, Blancpains use of this close cousin to the tourbillon must someday find its way into anything they produce. Then again, they did recently produce the Carrousel Tourbillon watch ( hands-on) that featured both complications in order to help distinguish them. Now, with the new Blancpain Carrousel Minute Repeater Chronograph, we see for the first time all three of the named complications together in one watch.Having built a solid foundation with the carrousel, first [...]

It hasnt been long since we last saw the A. Lange Sohne Lange 1 Moon Phase-in fact, we covered the?German manufactorys update to one of its most recognizable watches?back in December of 2016. This time around, were treated to a subtly new variant called the Little Lange 1 Moon Phase which takes the same silhouette and iconic design cues of that signature Lange 1 and shrinks them 1.7 millimeters, resulting in a svelte 36.8mm pink?gold companion piece that should appeal to lithe-wristed collector [...]

Sit down and have a serious discussion with any budding watch collector and you can probably bet that at some point, the two of you will eventually land on the topic of dive watches. Theres no way around it? were crazy about them, obsessed with the durability, and in some cases, Ive seen folks collect hundreds of them, if not more. But that can get, boring, right? After Oris announced the recently redesigned?Oris Regulateur Der Meistertaucher in 2017, I had been feeling a bit of dive watch-fatig [...]

Sponsored Post written for by advertiser.The road to Baselworld is a long one, but a journey that most watch lovers would consider trying at least once. This year, Maurice Lacroix is offering four lucky winners the chance of attending Baselworld 2018. But first, its time for a little game. The #CHASEYOURWATCH campaign is an interactive treasure hunt that combines social media clues and real-world puzzle solving for thrill-seeking watch enthusiasts interested in winning a trip to Baselworld and [...]

Its here. This is the first Ferrari branded Hublot timepiece to come out of the two brands joint partnership. Unveiled in China, the watch called the Hublot Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon Ferrari is meant to celebrate the quizzically celebration-worthy 20th anniversary of the first Ferrari car sold in China. I dont even think the dealerships there knew about that.Limited to just 20 pieces the watch (ref. 308.QX.1110.HR.SCF11) will be offered in a 44mm wide all carbon fiber case with red tinted sapph [...]

Rado, a brand that despite its history and watchmaking chops often gets overlooked, recently added a limited edition blue dial variant to the Rado HyperChrome 1616 watch offerings. First released at Baselworld 2016, the HyperChrome 1616 is inspired by the brands Cape Horn collection from the 60s, with 1616 coming from the year Cape Cod was discovered. In addition to its distinctive case shape, Rado has also used interesting materials for the HyperChrome 1616.All images by Ariel AdamsAs far as vi [...]

has been producing some buying guides for eBay, and weve got a fresh new batch to share. Now, we know that many watch people know the ins and outs of how to buy, sell, and trade watches online. However, more casual or beginning people who dont have the confidence of experience can find themselves overwhelmed, intimidated, and plain stressed out about the process.?We hope our guides, which are designed to answer broader questions about watch buying as well as provide watch brand and model specifi [...]

In a year filled with unique takes on vintage models, Longines has set itself apart not just for the sheer breadth of its vintage-inspired catalogue, but also for its dedication to accuracy in finishing and design. While pieces may be upsized for more modern tastes, for the most part Longines heritage reissues are as fastidious in replicating the feel of their vintage pieces as much as the actual look. For its latest heritage model, the brand has turned its attention back to 1947 and the classic [...]

Released at last years Baselworld 2015, the Omega Globemaster (hands-on here) showed off the brands newest Co-Axial Master Chronometer movement while hearkening to the past with a design inspired by the Constellation watches of yesteryear. Now, new for Baselworld 2016 comes the Omega Globemaster Annual Calendar which has a new complication?and a bigger size, measuring in at 41mm up from the standard Globemaster that is 39mm.?Whats even more noteworthy is that its going to be asking 7,800 CHF wh [...]

With Blancpains handsome Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe spending the last few release cycles in the limelight, it was only time that the brands original combat diver get its due. This year, for Baselworld 2017, Blancpain is paying tribute to the Fifty Fathoms Mil-Spec 1 Watch, the original UDT-issued dive watch specially designed with a working?watertightness, or humidity, indicator directly on the dial.Due to their hard service life, surviving vintage examples of issued Mil-Spec Blancpain divers are [...]

If your love of watches is grounded in a wider love of all things luxury, the Porsche Rennsport Reunion V is an event youd be mad to miss! Held every three years, the reunion brings together the finest examples of Porsche automobiles to ever roll off the production line. Well known for its creations not always completely related?to motoring, Porsche Design is releasing a new watch to commemorate this emotive event. The Porsche Design Chronotimer Series 1 Rennsport Reunion V Limited Edition watch [...]