Introducing – The C by Romain Gauthier Platinum Edition Bracelet Joins the Heritage Collection

This summer, indie watchmaker Romain Gauthier announced the end of the titanium-case-rubber-strap editions of its contemporary, aesthetically and horologically pleasing C by Romain Gauthier watch line, which was first launched in 2021 as the Continuum and now comprises two sub-collections. The Freedom collection is reserved for titanium-cased watches on straps and titanium bracelets, while the […]

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Hands-on – The Favre Leuba Sea Sky Revival is (almost) the Real Vintage Deal

It might come as a surprise to learn that Favre Leuba is the world’s second-oldest watch company. Founded in 1737 by Abraham Favre in Le Locle, the brand reached a high point in the mid-1960s with its rugged purpose-designed tool watches. Now in the hands of industry veteran Patrik Hoffmann, his “revival and renaissance” strategy […]

1 year ago

First Look – The Sporty-Chic Briston Clubmaster Legend Diver and Clubmaster Legend Small Second

Briston is an independent French brand created in 2012. It was founded by industry veteran, Brice Jaunet, who worked with different brands, including Cartier, Baume & Mercier, Raymond Weil and Zenith. Briston offers accessible, sporty-chic watches with a twist. The brand’s quirky designs rely on a cushion-shaped case with the Clubmaster collection, while another of […]

1 year ago

Introducing – The New Longines Conquest Chrono Ski Limited Edition

Longines is renowned for its dedication to sports, so it’s no surprise that as the leading partner of the International Ski Federation (FIS) and Official Timekeeper for both the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup and the FIS World Championships, the brand chose to celebrate the upcoming 48th FIS Alpine Ski World Championship in Saalbach, Austria, […]

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First Look – The new TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Senna

TAG Heuer and Senna Brand team up to celebrate Brazilian racing driver Ayrton Senna with a limited edition chronograph and tourbillon. As the watch brand most closely associated with motorsports, TAG Heuer’s partnership with Senna began in 1988 and continued until his tragic death in 1994 at the San Marino Grand Prix. On the 30th […]

1 year ago

In-Depth – The Steel Patek Philippe Cubitus 5821A on the Wrist

This was, by far, the most anticipated launch of the year, but also (and unsurprisingly) the most discussed and commented new release of 2024. In fact, I can’t recall witnessing such an amount of reactions from the watch community since the launch of the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 collection – which, for several reasons, shouldn’t […]

1 year ago

Introducing – The Bremont Terra Nova 40.5 Date Caramel Limited Edition

With CEO Davide Cerrato at the helm, Bremont has streamlined its offer into three fundamental pillars, offering rugged tool watches for airborne, seaborne and land exploration. The Terra Nova is Bremont’s vintage-styled field watch inspired by early 20th-century military pocket watches with contemporary specifications. The latest Terra Nova is a new take on the 40.5mm […]

1 year ago

First Look – The new Nivada Grenchen Antarctic GMT, Another Cool 1970s Remake

Since its relaunch in 2020, historic brand Nivada Grenchen has become one of the most active watch companies in the field of vintage revival… Take a look at the entire portfolio of models offered by Nivada and you’ll see that almost everything is based on a historic design. And the brand’s latest creation, a watch […]

1 year ago

Introducing – The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm, now in Grey

Norqain’s Independence family is home to many of the brand’s most coveted models, including the recently released Independence Skeleton Chrono with a proprietary manufacture calibre developed with GMT. The Independence is also home to the robust carbon fibre Wild One, conceived with Jean-Claude Biver, as well as the brand’s first skeletonised model introduced in 2021. […]

1 year ago

Introducing – The Seiko 5 Sports DENHAM Limited Edition SRPL35

Everyone likes a good collaboration and Seiko found a cool partner with DENHAM, an Amsterdam-based premium denim/blue jeans maker. The existing Seiko 5 SKX series served as the base for this new SRPL35 limited-edition piece, which brings clear DENHAM inspiration while preserving what makes this Seiko 5 Sports so popular. The changes are cosmetic but bring […]

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