Edox might not be as well-known as some other brands in the world of aquatic watchmaking, but it can rely on decades of expertise nonetheless. The brand became respected as the “Water Champion” with watches like the Delfin from 1961 and the Hydro-Sub from 1965. Another iconic model is the SkyDiver, said to have been […]
Cartier is often considered the master of shaped watches. Squared, oval, bell-shaped, asymetrical, cushion-shaped, barrel-shaped and many more… It’s an endless story, with the only limit being the capacity to be worn on the wrist. Some of the most emblematic and original designs of Cartier didn’t come from Paris’ HQ but from its London-based branch. […]
Sometimes news comes in thick and fast, and just this week Grand Seiko decided to launch not one but four new watches. And as always, there’s plenty to talk about but we’ll stick to the important things first. The reason is simple; we’re aiming to follow these up with hands-on coverage as soon as possible […]
If we talk about icons of design made in Japan, there are more than just pagodas, temples or patterns from the Edo era. Some industrial objects, with highly mundane origins, have gained cult status over the years. Case in point, the Honda Super Cub, a lightweight motorcycle produced in millions for over 60 years, with […]
When I received the invitation to join Panerai for a rather special experience in the south of Italy a couple of months ago, I didn’t think much of it. I expected to have just another well-organised hands-on experience with a luxury watch company and enjoy my time on the Mediterranean coast. But once I received […]
The Frederique Constant Classics Carrée is the brand’s take on a great classic: the rectangular dress watch (it is not exactly “square” as the name would suggest). It was first launched in 2003, and several iterations have been presented, in particular with XL and open-heart versions. For 2022, Frederique Constant introduces a clean and elegant […]
UK-based independent watchmaking platform The Limited Edition leaves little room for assumptions as to what it is all about. The company is fuelled by a passion for the craft of low-volume, high-creativity watchmaking. Founded by Pietro Tomajer in 2015, it has quickly established itself as a leading specialist in the industry, bringing watchmakers and collectors […]
When thinking about Tutima, a rather “instrumental” image appears in your mind of the classic German pilot’s watch or of modern, rugged adventure watches – or even a strong diving chronograph, like the one we took underwater here. Yet, there’s more to Tutima than just these watches. In fact, there are some pretty impressive models with […]
If you’re familiar with the name Lebois & Co, then you probably know a bit about the backstory of the company as well. With the revival of the name in full swing, alongside the relaunch of Airain, both under the guidance of Dutch entrepreneur and watch enthusiast Tom van Wijlick, Lebois & Co is moving […]
A. Lange & Söhne is renowned as one of the most distinguished watchmakers from Saxony on the market today, but life hasn’t always been smooth sailing. As a witness and victim of the vicissitudes of German history over the past two centuries, the destiny of the brand has come full circle. From its foundation in […]