Category: Feature Stories

The New World of Chiming Watches

By Roberta Naas
For lovers of watches, there is probably nothing as alluring as a chiming watch. These melodious wonders actually chime the time out loud―without the need to look at the watch hands.

8 years ago

Interview: One-on-One with Zenith CEO Aldo Magada

By Roberta Naas
Recently, we had the chance to talk one on one with Aldo Magada, Zenith CEO, about the brand, its products, its plans and the challenges facing the watch industry. The interview comes on the heels of a host of new introductions, including the Range Rover partnership.

8 years ago

10 New Vacheron Constantin Harmony Watches You Don’t’ Want to Miss

By Roberta Naas
Attention men and women: This is watch collection of 2016 that you don’t want to miss. Today, Vacheron Constantin unveiled 10 new Harmony watches that offer pure vintage inspiration. With variations in size and color of five main models, these watches are destined to be super stars. The first Harmony collection of limited edition watches was unveiled last year in celebration of the brand’s 260th anniversary. But each of those was built in numbered series. The new timepieces are part of the brand’s standard collection and boast small and large complications. Additionally, several of them house new Manufacture

8 years ago

Jean-Claude Biver, Zenith and Land Rover Partner for El Primero Range Rover Watch

By Roberta Naas
Last night in New York City at the New York Edition hotel, Jean-Claude Biver, President of LVMH Watch Division, unveiled the newest brand partnership: an agreement with Land Rover to create watches inspired by the luxury SUVs. River was joined by Gerry McGovern, Chief Design Officer of Land Rover for the exciting event to showcased the new El Primero Range Rover Special Edition

8 years ago

First Look: Patek Philippe 40th Anniversary Limited Edition Nautilus Watches

By Roberta Naas This year marks the 40th anniversary of one of Patek Philippe’s most iconic timepieces: Nautilus. First unveiled to the world in 1976, the watch (Ref. 3700/A) made history for a number of reasons, not the least of which was the fact that it was built in stainless steel – making it one of the first luxury watches in steel. Now, in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Nautilus, Patek Philippe unveils two tribute pieces.

8 years ago

Watch Collectors Be Warned: Upcoming Phillips Auction Not for the Faint of Heart

By Roberta Naas
This fall promises to be one of the most exciting seasons on the auction calendar, especially at Phillips. Some of the rarest and most coveted watches in history are touring the world now for previews before going up for auction in Geneva in November. The Phillips Geneva Watch Auction: Four (taking place November 12 and 13), will include an incredible

8 years ago

Hublot, the New York Giants and Victor Cruz Unveil Partnership and New Classic Fusion Aerofusion Limited New York Edition Chronograph

By Roberta Naas
Last night, at what may well be the most the most lavish tailgate party ever, Hublot announced its partnership with the legendary New York Giants as the Official Timekeeper and official luxury watch for the team. As such, the brand along with New York Giants’ wide receiver Victor Cruz – known as a fashion icon – unveiled the new Classic Fusion Aerofusion Limited New York Edition watches – inspired by the Giants.

8 years ago