Category: BaselWorld

Hands-on – Patek Philippe 5230 World Time, the evolution of an icon (live pics, specs & price)

World Timers are among Patek Philippe’s most popular complications, with a history spanning over almost 80 years (thanks to the collaboration with Cottier). A cult status confirmed at Phillips May 2016 auction, when a rare Patek 2523/1 from 1954 achieved US$ 2.5 million. At Baselworld 2016, Patek Philippe introduced two new models featuring this practical function, the 5930 World Time Chronograph and the 5230, replacing the now iconic reference 5130. Monochrome takes a closer look at this new take on an icon.

8 years ago

Ulysse Nardin FreakWing Artemis Racing Limited Edition Watch Hands-On

At Baselworld 2016, Ulysse Nardin predictably introduced a couple of new limited edition Freak watches. This one is perhaps one of our favorite Freak watches of all time, and it is the 35-piece set Ulysse Nardin FreakWing Artemis Racing Limited Edition in cool black and yellow “bumblebee” tones.

8 years ago

Sinn Dual Strap System Allows Apple Watch & Sinn Watch On The Same Wrist

German Sinn is nothing if not practically minded. Best-known for their hearty, down-to-earth tool watches, fans of the brand may not have seen this coming. If it’s not immediately clear from the pictures and title, the Sinn Dual Strap System is a pair of strap halves for your Sinn watch and a pair of strap halves for an Apple Watch, which together make a whole wrist experience.

8 years ago

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Tourbillon Paillonnée Watch Hands-On

One of the newest Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Tourbillon watches from the boutique Swiss watch maker (that is probably the smallest and most unique high-end brand under the Swatch Group umbrella) is this eight-piece limited edition reference J013033242 Grande Second Tourbillon Paillonnee you see here.

8 years ago

Breitling Avenger Hurricane Watch Hands-On

At Baselworld 2016, I got to play with the first watch using Breitling’s so-called “Breitlight” case material, which is the Breitling Avenger Hurricane. This is a deceptively cool watch even though it clearly isn’t for everyone.

8 years ago

Arnold & Son Time Pyramid Translucent Back Watch Hands-On

Would you like for me to remind you what the biggest issue on watches with fully skeletonized dials is? The issue is that you can often see right through to your own skin and arm hair. So, to remedy this situation and respond to this concern, Arnold & Son has done a little experiment with this new version of their Time Pyramid watch in steel

8 years ago

Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono Watch Hands-On

The venerable Hamilton Khaki remains one of the best “field-style” watches around with its retro military looks and adaptation to modern male aesthetics. One that is both modern and does arguably feel like it fits into the historic idea of what a Hamilton Khaki should be is the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono.

8 years ago