British watch maker Bremont’s London-based “Basel-On-Thames” event has officially started, and they have announced a broad swath of new models and line extensions. From new divers and pilots’ watches to the return of the Norton, there is plenty to see.
For 2017, TAG Heuer has updated the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer-01 43mm watches with skeletonized dials and some new color options, which provides a good opportunity to briefly reflect on the intricacies of this piece.
Among the solid gold glimmer of SIHH, we go hands-on with JLC’s new trio of lovely vintage-inspired steel Master watches.
Since 2001, Xēzo has been producing limited-run timepieces that offer a whole lot of bang for the buck. I recently had a chance to spend some time with two of their pieces, the Xēzo Air Commando D-45R and the Air Commando D-45S.
For me, watches from the ’60s/’70s, and especially chronographs, are the most aesthetically pleasing to look at in terms of design. It’s no wonder iconic watches in the form of reissues are making a comeback, as well as those from independents and microbrands alike.
If you’ve been longing for something “extra special,” Zenith has you covered with a whole line of aviation-themed watches that includes the new-for-2017 Zenith Heritage Pilot Extra Special Chronograph in bronze. It appears to have a lot going for it, and pricing is borderline tempting as well.
The new-for-2017 Breitling Avenger Hurricane is still set in the same 50mm “Breitlight” polymer case as its predecessor but is now paired with Breitling’s in-house manufacture Caliber 01 12-hour chronograph movement.
Like many other Swiss watchmakers today seeking to assert themselves in changing times, Maurice Lacroix is examining its character and concentrating on its strengths. That leads me to the Maurice Lacroix Pontos Chronograph, which I actually saw hands-on in this form at Baselworld.
Seiko Presage is shaping up to be a big hit for the Japanese watch maker, as watch fans around the world are keen on the classic good looks, quality mechanical movements, and fair pricing of this retro-homage watch collection.
There are few activities that excite me as much as diving. So when Oris proposed to send me their Aquis Depth Gauge Chronograph watch to accompany me on my annual diving trip, I could not wait to get in the water.