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Pre-Baselworld 2018 – The Glashütte Original Senator Cosmopolite now in Steel

In 2015, Glashütte Original introduced the Senator Cosmopolite, a complex yet visually clean watch (at least once you know all the functions that are packed into this piece). Based on the most advanced watch the brand ever created – the 2012 Grande Cosmopolite Tourbillon – it is capable to indicate the time in no less than 36 time-zones. First presented in gold (white or red), the Glashütte Original Senator Cosmopolite will be officially launched at Baselworld 2018 in a more affordable and less formal version in stainless steel and with Arabic numerals.

The MING 17.03 GMT – The Third Instalment In The MING Watch Series (Live Pics)

Just over six months ago now, we introduced you to an interesting new brand and its striking first timepiece: the MING 17.01. These watches were, to put it mildly, very well received. In fact, both versions of the 17.01 sold out almost immediately. This initial collection was followed a few months later by the MING 19.01, equipped with an exclusive movement from Schwarz Etienne. In what seems like an impossibly short amount of time, the brand today unveils another new model, the MING 17.03, which is available to order immediately. As always, MONOCHROME has all the details.

Fly your flag at the Olympic Games with Omega’s NATO straps

Customisation is the name of game in the watch world today and the fastest way to change the personality of your watch is to change the strap. As the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932, and coinciding with the start of the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Games, Omega taps into the trend for customisation with its timely proposal of NATO straps decked out in the colours of competing nations’ flags. Thanks to Omega’s new straps, you can change the personality and the nationality of your watch in a matter of seconds.

Omega Seamaster Olympic Games Collection – Inspired by the Olympic Flag and Vintage Stopwatches

The 2018 Winter Olympics are about to start and Omega is celebrating 86-year as official timekeeper, as well as announcing that it will fulfil this position at least until 2032 – meaning a full 100 years of presence at the Olympics. After the gold collection introduced earlier this week, it is time to look at the other side of the price range, with the Omega Seamaster Olympic Games Collection – some nice, colourful, entry-level sports watches inspired by the Olympic Flag and by vintage stopwatches.

Pre-Baselworld 2018 – Bell & Ross BR03-92 Nightlum

The main objective of a pilot’s watch is to be legible, in every situation – during the day as well as at night. This means: avoiding reflections but also confusions between the indications, providing a great contrast and being luminous even in pitch black conditions. As a preview for Baselworld 2018, Bell & Ross makes a “back to basics”, with a new version of their iconic military/pilot watch that is just that: legible, first and foremost. Meet the new Bell & Ross BR03-92 Nightlum.

The Stylish yet Accessible Steel Edition of the Cartier Drive de Cartier Extra Flat

In 2016, Cartier, the master of beautifully shaped cases, introduced a stylish dress watch for men; the Cartier Drive. Offered in gold or steel, it was an instant hit. Hot on the heels of this initial success, came the Drive Extra Flat in 2017, an even more refined and attractive dress watch that really turned our heads. Unlike the earlier Drive models, however, this beauty was only available in precious metals and, consequently, came with a rather hefty price tag. This year, however, we are pleased to say that Cartier has introduced the Drive Extra Flat in steel, and it is quite an attractive package at that.

Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique 5367 “Grand Feu” Enamel

In 2013, Breguet went on the technical side with the ref. 5377, the Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique. It was and still is one of the thinnest automatic tourbillon watches ever created (only surpassed by this 1980s AP) and remains a proper technical feat, with its self-winding movement “charged” by a peripheral rotor. Complex inside, yet sleek outside. As a preview of the Baselworld 2018 collection, the brand introduces a new and even cleaner version, the Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique 5367, now with “Grand Feu” Enamel dial.

Drive Time, Watches Inspired by Automobiles, Motorcycles and Racing (Expanded Edition)

The automotive and watchmaking worlds are inextricably linked: car guys are watch guys and vice-versa. Inspired by his fascination for all things mechanical, luxury author Aaron Sigmond wrote “Drive Time, Watches Inspired by Automobiles, Motorcycles and Racing”, whose first edition was released just two years ago and sold out in just a few months.

RJ Romain Jerome RJ x Spider-Man – The New “Generational Icon” Model is Daring…

The least we can say about RJ Romain Jérôme watches is that its creations are far from being mild or average… They are bold, creative, rely on pop culture and play with gimmick features. Some will hate, some will love. But no one will remain neutral. Part of its “Generational Icon” collection, which already comprises Batman, Pokemon, Pac-Man or Hello Kitty watches, there’s a new pop icon arriving in town. And here, no Peter Parker but a proudly displayed Spider-Man.

Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Planetarium – The World At Your Fingertips (Or At Least Your Wrist)

There is no denying that when it comes to women’s watches (and jewelry), the famed house of Van Cleef & Arpels pretty much always gets it right. This year, at the SIHH 2018, the brand proved itself yet again – with a host of new feminine watches that could almost have women drooling. However, one watch set itself apart from all the others for a host of reasons, not the least of which is the fact that it brings the world to the wrist in stunning fashion. The Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Planetarium Poetic Complication watch is an actual planetarium – a mechanical solar system model – on the wrist, the result of yet another collaboration with specialist Christiaan van der Klaauw.

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