Category: Favre-Leuba

In-Depth – Favre Leuba Bivouac 9000, A Watch With Mechanical Altimeter Measuring Altitudes Everywhere on Earth

Reaching extremes has always been one of mankind’s challenges. While the watchmaking industry has already provided watches for the exploration of both the top of the world or the deepest trench under the sea, today we have something that goes a few miles further… Seeking a rugged tool watch for hikes and explorations? The Favre Leuba Bivouac 9000 might be the perfect wrist companion, being the first watch capable of measuring altitude everywhere on Earth – and by that, we really mean everywhere, even on top of the Everest. Let’s take an in-depth look.

8 years ago

Buying Guide – 8 of the Best New Tool-Watches Built For Adventures

It’s now time for our Year-End buying guides to gather 8 of the toughest watches launched in 2017. We have picked tool watches of various types, not excessively priced, but designed to hold up to outdoor activities, or constructed to tolerances for specific purposes. Perfect gifts for adventure seekers or simply for a rugged cool look for an afternoon trip into town.

8 years ago

Hands-on – Favre-Leuba Raider Harpoon Gun Metal

Earlier this year we presented the Favre-Leuba Raider Harpoon (read our article here) with its quirky, yet handsome looks. We had to get our hands-on this attention grabbing watch, and the summer gave us the perfect opportunity to wear it on a dive. Soon we found out that we were not the only ones who wanted to get hands-on with it…

8 years ago

Favre-Leuba Raider Deep Blue – Hands-on with Live Photos, Specs and Price

Recently we reported on the revival of the Favre-Leuba brand, led by the launch of the bold Raider Harpoon and Raider Bivouac 9000. Inspired by brand’s past glories, these tools watches are two beasts designed for the most extreme adventures, either deep underwater or at the highest altitudes. If you are not ready for these massive 46 and 48mm timepieces, the Raider Deep Blue provides a toned-down alternative, whilst still retaining the collection’s strong and distinctive character.

8 years ago

Summer Is Coming… 10 Great Dive Watches Of 2017, For Every Pocket

You may or may not be planning a deep dive over the summer. It does not really matter. You do not need to be a diver to love these high-performing, utilitarian dive watches. They make great daily wearers too and as summer is fast approaching, we have picked 10 new dive watches of 2017, with choices to suit every pocket and every taste. In short, the best watches to look cool on the beach, on a boat and with your favorite summer cocktail.

8 years ago

Xavier Markl’s Top 10 of Baselworld 2017

The 100th anniversary edition of Baselworld has just came to an end. It has been another packed event, despite a strange overall impression and the current situation that prompted brands to be more cautious. As for each fair, the offerings are diverse but we have to come with our highlights. A tough choice but as we had to pick ten, here are the Baselworld 2017 watches that have caught my eyes – presented without specific order… But as always with Monochrome watches, it is guaranteed 100% quartz- and android-free!

9 years ago

Hands-On – The Comeback of Favre-Leuba & the Retro-Inspired Raider Harpoon Dive Watch

The Raider Harpoon is a contemporary revival of Favre-Leuba’s rich dive watch tradition. Dormant for a number of years, we were pleasantly surprised a few months ago to discover that this illustrious brand was active once again, kicking things off with a superb, retro-themed dive watch collection. Its bold, quirky design is enhanced by striking colors, a unique time display and a dual crown: meet the Favre-Leuba Raider Harpoon.

9 years ago