One of the things I occasionally like to do as a Petrolhead is to scroll through online listings of vintage cars. Call me a nerd, but seeing what’s out there and what gems can be uncovered is a relaxing pastime for me. Now imagine that on one of those moments, you stumble upon a car […]
This week, in an unusual move from the obsessive tool laboratory of Sinn Spezialuhren (yes, Special Watches — only tools and instruments may apply), comes a glittery fresh take on the social media and forum hive-mind favourite, the 41mm Sinn 103 pilot’s chronograph. In the Sinn 103 Sa G version they have taken what is a very compact and Leica-quality like monochromatic pilot’s watch and added colour. And what that intense sparkly green has done is transform this serious tool into a delicious piece of wrist candy. Metallic green sparkles in the sun and adds a delightful twist to a superb piece of ergonomic German engineering. If that wasn’t enough, it is also the debut of a Concepto movement in place of the ETA-based Valjoux 7750. More on that later. The venerable 103 has been a staple of the Sinn portfolio for many years. It is testament to both German engineering and the bulletproof nature of the Valjoux 7750 that you’ll find pre-loved, banged up ones still holding their value and soldiering on with close to COSC-accurate hearts. The detailing is classic ’50s pilot’s watch, without a single applied index in sight, and a purist vision of aviation wristwear. While you can…
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Over the last few years we’ve seen lots of brands turn to their archives as inspiration for new watches. Heritage is very, very popular. But what if you don’t have a century or more of archives to dig through in search of exciting designs? What if your brand was only founded in 1980? For Hublot, celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, that hasn’t been a problem. Perhaps thanks to having such a legendary innovator as Jean-Claude Biver at the helm for so many years has seen that philosophy ingrained into the very fibre of the brand. Innovation has been at the core of what Hublot has done for a long time. From their R&D sharing partnerships with brands like Ferrari, to their pioneering approach to new watchmaking materials, Hublot hasn’t looked back because they’ve been too busy moving forwards. In the year of their 40th anniversary, Hublot hasn’t wavered, releasing a number of novelties that explore new concepts, materials and movements. With that in mind, these are a few of the best Hublot watches of 2020 that offer a capsule insight into what the brand is capable of four decades into their journey. Prices and availabilities: The Hublot Big Bang…
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Three vintage-themed videos that get better with age.
Thin for Piaget is more than just a design statement. Thin is more than just a solution to build movements. Thin is a motto, an integral part of the brand’s DNA for decades. Pushing the concept of thin to new heights has been a quest for the brand, and this quest has found its climax, […]
An assortment of durable dive watches offering quality design and incredible value.
Introduced last year, the UR-100 was a sort of back-to-basics for URWERK, with a watch that, besides retaining the ultra-bold design of all the brand’s creation, was also simplified, more compact, more focussed – a sort of throwback to the early days of the brand, with the UR101/102. After inaugural editions in black or silver, […]
This year has truly separated the ones who live with dress watches from the ones who love them, as fewer opportunities to dress up formally have left many collectors leaving their simpler and more elegant pieces stashed away. But for the people who can’t get enough of their most finessed timepieces, the humble dress watch genre has been treated to some truly stunning releases, with these fantastic options some of the best dress watches of 2020 under $10K. Dan Henry 1937 Dress Chronograph If you want a more affordable and reliable alternative to the typically Landeron 47/48 powered Swiss chronographs of the 1930s and ’40s, Dan Henry came to the rescue with his 1937 Dress Chronograph, loaded with a Seiko mecha-quartz movement. Based on pieces from his own collection, this watch harkens back to a time when elegant looks and military utility weren’t mutually exclusive. Available in vertical or horizontal bicompax layout, on two different silver or black dial options, the 38mm art deco crowd-pleaser is slim, sharp, and sure to find its way into many collections for the $270 USD asking price. Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 The Oyster Perpetual feels as ubiquitous as its eternal name suggests, being one…
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Some watches are earned, not given.
The 20th annual GPHG was streamed and broadcast live, with digital spectators tuning in around the world to see who would win what some refer to as “the Oscars” of watchmaking. Each year, an academy of industry experts, journalists and influencers is assembled to determine the nominees for these prestigious awards – with 30 of these members ultimately selected to serve as the final jury. This year, unfortunate circumstances minimised the physical in-person presence at the GPHG (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève). Nonetheless, the show was upbeat and filled with that good ol’ Swiss humour and an abundance of cheese-related puns and references. They were a bit CHEESY if I may say so myself. I’ll see myself out … Anyway, for those who do not speak French, the show was also translated into English. While I appreciate the effort, it was a lot to follow at times with both the speaker and translator equally audible and therefore talking over each other frequently. Fortunately for English speakers around the world, many of the CEOs accepting their awards were fully cognisant of the worldwide audience and keenly opted to make their speeches in English for us to understand. Challenge – Tudor Black…
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