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VIDEO: Omega 1957 Trilogy box set, containing new Speedmaster, Railmaster and Seamaster models

This year marks the 60th anniversary of three of Omega’s most important models: the Speedmaster, Seamaster and Railmaster. The brand is celebrating by releasing a frankly epic trio of limited edition reissues, available individually, or in this ‘1957 Trilogy’ box set. No word yet on pricing or availability. While we don’t have much in the way of technical detail at yet, first impressions are very positive. The only noticable difference between these new versions and the original models seems to be the coloured luminous material. To see just how good, and faithful, they are, have a look at the new versions compared to pieces from the Omega Museum which we photographed at our ‘Night of Omega Firsts’ event in 2014.

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Baselworld 2017 – The Omega 1957 Trilogy is Back (Speedmaster, Seamaster 300 and Railmaster 60th Anniversary)

There are icons, and there are legends… The Omega 1957 Trilogy is one of the few legends of watchmaking, a series of watches so important that it still defines the current Omega collection. These watches are capital, not only for the brand, but for the industry. The Omega 1957 Trilogy (Speedmaster CK2915, Seamaster 300 CK2913, Railmaster CK2914) celebrates its 60th anniversary with the launch for Baselworld 2017 of a simply stunning trilogy of commemorative watches. Believe us, these 3 will be the stars of the show. Introducing the Omega Seamaster 300 60th Anniversary Limited Edition Master Chronometer 39mm, the Omega Railmaster 60th Anniversary Limited Edition Master Chronometer 38mm and the Omega Speedmaster 60th Anniversary Limited Edition 38.6mm.

BREAKING: Video of Omega’s key releases, including an incredible Speedmaster, Railmaster, Seamaster box set

When Omega CEO Raynald Aeschlimann recently visited Australia he brought more than just one of the world’s most glamorous women with him. He also gave us an exclusive preview of the Omega 2017 releases. The new boss needed only one take to deliver the news straight down the barrel of the camera, albeit in a hushed voice while Cindy was being interviewed upstairs. A serious professional. While we’ll leave the detail to Raynald, let’s just say that there are new Aqua Terra models, a bold new Planet Ocean ‘Big Blue’, a Speedmaster ‘Apollo XVII’ limited edition, and last but definitely not least, there are incredible new versions of the Speedmaster, Railmaster and Seamaster, offered separately or as a box set.

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Baselworld 2017 – Czapek Expands Their Collection with the Place Vendome Tourbillon

Czapek, a brand reborn recently and founded on the roots of Patek’s ex-partner, is expanding its collection with a beautifully designed timepiece blending tradition and modernity. The Place Vendôme is the brand’s first tourbillon and features dual time, power reserve and day/night indications, with a pleasant contemporary take on watchmaking.

BREAKING: 5 photos that will help you decide where you stand on the new Tudor Black Bay Chrono

The new Tudor Black Bay Chrono has just dropped and there have been a lot of feels expressed in the nine hours since it was released. The hashtag is simple, just little old #bbchrono – which almost sounds like one of the greatest blues guitar players ever – but the response has been quite the opposite. It’s stirred up a lot of emotion. People are ecstatic. People are upset. People are confused. Could the BB Chrono be the 2016 Air-King, the most divisive watch of Basel? In this time of controversy we wanted to help you make up your mind where you stand, for now at least. Here are five photos that show off different aspects, with a little bit of help from the comments section to set the mood. #bbchrono 1 – The everyday guy, what’s the big deal? Here’s the simplest one first, shot on leather by @watchcollectinglifestyle, the guy we happened to be standing with when the watch dropped. Pretty straightforward, not too hectic? Screw down pushers, big crown, tachymeter bezel, date at 6. Everyone feeling ok? @pbandwatches says: “Best photo of the new BBC I’ve seen so far. ” @fatfaso wishes for a tri-compax layout, but you can’t have everything. #bbchrono…

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Introducing: The Citizen Eco-Drive Professional Diver 1,000M Ref. BN7020-09, The First Solar Powered 1,000M Rated Dive Watch

Citizen is one of the leading manufacturers of light-powered quartz watches. Its Eco-Drive system was revolutionary when it debuted in 1995 – for the first time, solar powered watches had been made in which the solar cells could be hidden behind the dial, and thus be virtually invisible. The advantages are obvious: a watch whose design aesthetics and legibility aren’t compromised, that doesn’t have a battery to go flat. One of the most practical uses of such a system is in tool watches, and with the introduction of the Eco-Drive Professional Diver 1,000M, Citizen’s made a light-powered dive watch with the most extreme depth rating yet.

On the Road to Baselworld 2017 – Everything you need to know

Here it is… The big moment of the year for watch brands, watch journalists and watch collectors. Tomorrow, at precisely 12:00, Baselworld 2017 will open its doors to journalists, meaning that most of the new watches will be launched at this exact time. Today, we are on the road to Baselworld 2017: 5 journalists, over 100 meetings, many articles already scheduled for the entire week… Here’s all you need to know.

Introducing: The Romain Gauthier Insight Micro-Rotor

It would be hard to think of a modern watchmaker who is pushing watchmaking and finishing to its limits in a more concerted way than Romain Gauthier. He doesn’t make minute repeaters or perpetual calendar chronographs, but rather time-only watches of extremely high precision and finish. There’s no way for me to do them justice in words – you just have to go seek them out for yourself. Today Romain Gauthier introduces a new watch with a new caliber to the relatively small collection, the Insight Micro-Rotor.

Apple And Hermès Continue Their Partnership With Four New Watch Straps For Spring

Back in 2015, Apple and Hermès made serious waves by announcing a major partnership to create special Hermès straps for Apple Watches and to retail them in select Hermès boutiques. Well, it looks like the special edition Watches are a hit and Hermès and Apple are continuing the partnership with yet another collection of seasonal offerings. We’ve got the first live photos of the four new straps that you’ll find anywhere, along with all the details.

Introducing: The Baccarat And L’Epée 1839 Sun Clock

Here to spice things up ahead of Baselworld is the Baccarat and L’Epée Sun Clock, a new wall clock based on a vintage design. The first sun clock was designed by Georges Chevalier in 1948 for Baccarat and was re-introduced in 2014 for the 250th anniversary. Famously, one resided in the home of Arthur Miller and Marilyn Monroe in the late 1950s. This year the sun clock is back with 20k gold beams and it’s powered by the L’Epée 1839 movement.