Frederique Constant is known chiefly for its interesting take on Swiss watchmaking, entirely focused on accessible luxury. With all models, whether a sporty time-only watch, an innovation that no one saw coming or a complex perpetual calendar, the brand always delivers more than expected. With the new Classic Tourbillon Meteorite Manufacture, we enter a somewhat […]
Gerald Charles, the independent family-owned watch company based in Lugano, is committed to perpetuating the legacy of the late Gerald Charles Genta (1931-2011), widely recognised as the foremost watch designer of the 20th century. What is surprising is that all of the brand’s collections, from tourbillons to skeletonised movements and chronographs to ultra-thins, share the […]
In 2007, Raymond Weil unveiled the Freelancer collection, a tribute to “the free-spirited man who wishes to remain in control of his destiny”, according to the corporate website. Over the years, the collection has flourished with over 40 references, from time-only and time-and-date models to chronographs (including flyback), world timers, and even diver’s timepieces. The […]
Things have been moving fast at Fortis. Under the lead of Jupp Philipp, the man who acquired the company about three years ago, most collections have been revamped or revived, and new models launched. Following an entirely refreshed Flieger collection, the return of the Marinemaster, and the introduction of the Stratoliner with a space-tested movement, […]
In 1983, Gerd-Rüdiger Lang (1943-2023) established Chronoswiss as a mechanical watch brand, introducing several innovative concepts defining its distinctive style and producing a lasting impact on the watchmaking industry. Among these innovations were the transparent caseback, allowing a view of the intricate mechanics, and the regulator-type dial design for wristwatches. The skeletonised Chronoswiss models, a […]
It’s not often the world of culinary arts collides with the beauty of mechanical watchmaking. When it does happen, things turn tasty quickly, as watchmaking and fine dining are at heart about passion. A passion for finesse, refinement and finding perfection in ingredients to make a watch or a dish come together in perfect harmony. […]
As familiar as we are with the big players in Glashütte, there is another Saxon brand that should be on our radar. Founded by Johannes Dürrstein, who had previously distributed watches for A. Lange & Söhne from his Dresden boutique, Union Glashütte set up shop in 1893. Marking the brand’s 130th anniversary, Union Glashütte presents […]
Ming Thein, a reputable commercial photographer, designer and watch lover, founded the independent Malaysian watch brand Ming in 2017. In a short space of time, Ming’s stylish designs, accessible prices and Swiss movements have found a growing following culminating in the prestigious Revelation Prize at the 2019 edition of the GPHG Awards for the 17.06 […]
Yema, the French watchmaker, has a history and a notable presence in the world of horology. Established in 1948, Yema is known for its diverse range of timepieces, crafted for various purposes, from diving to racing and aviation. One of the distinctive aspects of Yema watches is their fusion of functionality and style. To celebrate […]
Presented in 2019 in time-and-date and time-only models, the Alpine Eagle collection was Chopard‘s take on the highly successful luxury sports watch with integrated bracelet category. Revamping a 1980 design, that of the St. Moritz watch, it has then been offered in a variety of editions, from compact ladies’ models to a highly desirable ultra-thin […]