The long-standing HydroConquest collection of diving watches by Longines has been a fan favourite for years. Since its introduction in 2007, it gained significant traction with enthusiasts and collectors. It was presented as a more modern diving tool to offset the retro-styled Legend Diver, also (re)launched in 2007. During the course of its life so […]
Medeor is a new French microbrand from Vincent Heyraud, a Doctor of Pharmacy and former rescue swimmer. Don’t confuse Medeor with “meteor” as the brand name isn’t a space rock, but Latin for “heal” and “rescue.” Heyraud felt that conventional pulsometer watches weren’t adequate for quick and comprehensive medical use, so the Pulsograph allows for […]
Bremont, the British watch company founded by brothers Nick and Giles English in 2002, has always understood the value of a solid testimonial to endorse its rugged tool watches. From former Royal Marines commandos to UK Special Forces and freedivers to mountain climbers, Bremont is determined to prove that its tool watches can hack just […]
Whenever we’re talking about Seiko‘s sports watches, those produced under the Prospex range, my mind quickly pictures a dive watch… There’s no denying the influence of the Japanese watchmaker in this field. It has been instrumental. However, we can’t reduce the history of Seiko’s professional watches only to aquatic models. The brand has had an […]
The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M dive watch collection, introduced nearly two decades ago, has established itself as a symbol of robust case construction, impeccable water resistance, and high-performance movements. Seamlessly marrying the functionality of a tool watch with the style of a luxury timepiece, the Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M series has become a standout […]
Longines teams up with skiing champion Marco Odermatt for a limited edition of its Conquest Chronograph. Registered by Longines in 1954, the Conquest was the first product family of the brand, a serially produced model evolving from the robust waterproof wristwatches designed for French Polar Expeditions with a screw-down caseback. Revisited on its 60th anniversary […]
While we all might dream of being able to spend big money on watches, the reality is that most people simply can’t or won’t. And when it comes to watches, most people start out with something simple and affordable. Brands like Seiko or Citizen immediately come to mind, as they’re known for providing excellent value […]
Bell & Ross introduced the LUM series in 2017 with the BR 03-92 HOROLUM and some of the brightest Super-LumiNova on the hands, numerals and indices. The collection of enhanced luminescent watches grew through 2022 and now we have the 2023 BR-X5 Green Lum with a fully luminescent case. Based on the brand’s sportiest watch, […]
At the 2023 Dubai Watch Week, TAG Heuer reveals a new watch dedicated to the event’s host city, a Carrera Tourbillon H02T in a black PVD titanium case with carbon tachymeter fixed bezel and distinctive decorative elements, setting this limited series apart. While it is yet another rendition of the watch that made waves in […]
Established in 2018, Norqain swiftly entered the watchmaking scene, releasing a compelling range with a solid commitment to sustainability, and was noted for being upfront about its suppliers and collaborators – a testament to the independent brand’s integrity. A standout release from Norqain is the Wild ONE sports collection, featuring timepieces with a unique case construction, […]