Hands-on – The Quirky Yet Wildly Fascinating Gelfman IN-16 Nixie Watch

As a rule, we rarely cover battery-powered watches on MONOCHROME – but rules are made to be broken, or at least make exceptions. And the quirky Gelfman IN-16 Nixie provided the perfect opportunity. With its retro-futuristic design, this digital display watch is simply in a class of its own… as the jury of the GPHG […]

2 years ago

Introducing – The New, Motorcycle-Inspired Bell & Ross BR03-94 Blacktrack

Bell & Ross, founded by Bruno Belamich and Carlos Rosillo in 1992, emerged from a university project introducing a compelling range of aviation and military-inspired timepieces. The iconic BR 01 Instrument, a substantial 46mm x 46mm model launched in 2005, not only brought them fame but also significantly influenced the watch design scene and laid […]

2 years ago

Introducing – The Reservoir X Popeye Cricket Limited Edition

Popeye-themed watches are all the rage these days, seemingly popping up everywhere from brands big and small. Recent examples include the Bamford London Popeye GMT Limited Edition and Reservoir’s own x LabelNoir x Popeye Watch, which also features retrograde minutes and jumping hours. These complications are a speciality for the brand and seen on (almost) […]

2 years ago

Introducing – The New Sarpaneva Moonbridge Bracelet in Stainless Steel

Crafting an original watch bracelet is no easy feat, and only a handful truly stand out for their intricate and timeless design, offering a unique blend of elegance, comfort, and security. Despite our usual focus on timepieces, the moment a creator like independent Suomi watchmaker Stepan Sarpaneva unveils his bracelet creation, we can’t help but […]

2 years ago