In a mechanical watch, the seconds hand moves forward in increments of a fraction of a second depending on the frequency of its balance. Yet, dead-beat second watches (or seconde morte in French) mark the second with discreet jumps. Their hand snaps to a full stop at each second, then jumps to the next allowing […]
In 2019, Girard-Perregaux unveiled a remarkably intriguing series of new timepieces, based on their renowned Laureato collection. Among the standout introductions was the Laureato Absolute Chronograph, characterized by a black-coated titanium case transitioning into a gradient black-to-blue dial. This combination exuded both legibility and allure. After this release, Girard-Perregaux continued to captivate enthusiasts with further […]
In 2010, Armin Strom, following a transition in leadership, introduced the One Week timepiece, distinguished by an in-house developed and manufactured movement. Flaunting a seven-day power reserve and a dedication to symmetrical equilibrium in design, this inaugural watch laid the foundation for a lineage of subsequent Armin Strom creations, including the One Week Air and […]
Frederique Constant is in celebratory mode this year. Not only does the brand turn 35 in 2023, but it will be releasing its 31st in-house calibre with three complications during Geneva Watch Days 2023. The new automatic calibre FC-735 debuts inside the Classic Power Reserve Big Date Manufacure, animating the watch with a big date, […]
If the roots of the brand are connected to François Czapek, a Czech-born Polish watchmaker who fled to Geneva in 1832, Czapek was resuscitated in 2015 thanks to equity crowdfunding. In just a few years, the brand has gained respect among independent watchmaking brands, presenting no fewer than four different collections. After the elegant Quai […]
With Geneva Watch Days just around the corner, we start our coverage of some of the models that will be unveiled at the end of this month. H. Moser & Cie. presents two models – the Endeavour Tourbillon Concept and the Endeavour Centre Seconds – in radiant red gold cases with light-absorbing Vantablack dials, the […]
Founded in 1868 by Boston watchmaker Florentine Ariosto Jones, IWC Schaffhausen can look back at more than a century and a half of watchmaking history. More than half of that has involved watches made for aviation, whether military or commercial. Its first-ever pilot’s instrument was made in 1936, and ever since, the company has been […]
Concept watches (or concept cars) are usually made to showcase new styling or new technologies, and to gauge customer response. As such, they are a statement of intent. This is the idea behind Corum’s latest Concept Watch. Presented this week during Geneva Watch Days 2023, it will be the public arena to test reactions and […]
For now 5 years, the Maurice Lacroix Aikon collection has been one of the most attractive alternatives on the crowded market for accessible sports watches with integrated design. Since its introduction, the collection has gained multiple editions, ranging from classic automatic models with closed dials to far more daring and complex options, such as the […]
Bianchet is a new independent Swiss watch brand founded by husband and wife team Rodolfo and Emmanuelle Festa Bianchet in 2017. Sharing a passion for tonneau-shaped watches and ultra-contemporary aesthetics and materials, the couple launched its first watch, the Tourbillon 1.618, in 2021. Incorporating a big date complication, Bianchet introduces its second watch, the Flying […]