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Video: Audemars Piguet’s New Sand Gold Alloy Shines on the Royal Oak Openworked

In a bold move that oozes cool sophistication, Audemars Piguet unleashes the Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Openworked 41mm in the brand’s new sand gold alloy.
By Ash Longet
Novelties

If I Could Turn Back Time: Introducing the Bucherer Exclusive L’Epée Time Machine

Limited to only 20 pieces, the Bucherer Exclusive L’Epée Time Machine is perhaps the most fantastic collision of science fiction aesthetics, purposeful function, and playful user interaction using the medium of kinetic sculpture that we’ve ever seen.
By James Eton
Interviews, Watches and Wonders

Countdown to Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024: CEO Matthieu Humair Talks Updates and New Brands

In the heart of Geneva, the buzz around Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024 is gearing up as brands prepare to unveil their latest horological masterpieces. Today, in an exclusive tête-à-tête with the show’s CEO, we discuss the hype surrounding this year’s event.
By Ash Longet
Watch industry

The Female Gaze: Celebrating Women in Watchmaking

The following women are but five of thousands who make the horological world go round.
By Rhonda Riche
In-depth

Inside J.N. Shapiro: Witnessing the Resurgence of American Watchmaking, Part 2

Today, we look at what the future has in store for this pioneering American brand and its fans.
By Henri Lee
The Tailor

The Non-Horological Highlights from Christie’s “The Collection of Elton John: Goodbye Peachtree Road” Auction

This weekend, we’re putting Sir Elton’s timepieces into context by celebrating his eclectic clothing, fashion, art, and décor collections.
By Rhonda Riche
In-depth

The 4 Top-Notch Movements from Parmigiani Fleurier that Prove this Indie’s Watchmaking Prowess

From perpetual calendars and dual-time travel watches to split-chronographs and exotic pantograph displays, this maison in Fleurier excels in crafting complicated yet irresistibly elegant timepieces.
By Henri Lee
In-depth

Time Warp: Three Outstanding Perpetual Calendars for Celebrating This Leap Day

Today is a leap day, so we’re looking at three perpetual calendar models from the last three non-leap years to celebrate this calendrical quirk.
By Elena Fichtel
Novelties

Dial Up: Two New NOMOS Glashütte Club Campus Models Make a Colorful Entrance

The new endless blue and the nonstop red models, available in 36 and 38.5mm, embody maximum minimalism.
By Rhonda Riche
Watch industry

Hello, Goodbye: Sir Elton John’s Collection of Luxury Watches Gets Auctioned Off by Christie’s

Christie’s New York put 31 of Sir Elton’s greatest horological hits under the hammer. Here are the most amazing auction results.
By Rhonda Riche
Watch industry

Beyond the Hype: OMEGA & Sotheby’s Auction Special MoonSwatch “Suitcases” For Charity

The elusive MoonSwatch makes another splash. But this time, the story is less about consumer obsession and more about doing some good.
By Mike Espindle
Novelties

Cosmic Wonder: Girard-Perregaux Unveils the Free Bridge Meteorite

Join us as we explore the newest addition to the iconic Bridges collection, featuring extraterrestrial material and a captivating dial-side balance wheel.
By Henri Lee
Novelties

A Giant Leap: Casio Brings Back the Casiotron

The Japanese brand celebrates its 50th anniversary with a limited edition that pays tribute to the world’s first digital watch with an automatic calendar function.
By Rhonda Riche
Interviews

The Carrera Connection: How TAG Heuer and Porsche Came to Share This Evocative Name

Yes, the legendary German carmaker and Swiss watchmaker have had a successful ongoing partnership since 2019, but the fascination with the name “Carrera” goes back much further for both companies.
By Watchonista
Novelties

24 Hours Later: Hamilton Introduces a Duo of Ventura “Wrist Devices” Inspired by Dune: Part Two

The watchmakers and Warner Bros. Pictures have collaborated on two even more futuristic takes on the Ventura for the upcoming Dune: Part 2.
By Rhonda Riche
Novelties

Buddy System: Meet the New Frederique Constant & seconde/seconde/ Slimline Moonphase Date Manufacture

A new collaboration between the Geneva-based brand and French artist Romaric André sees both partners expanding their repertoires.
By Rhonda Riche
In-depth

Inside J.N. Shapiro: Witnessing the Resurgence of American Watchmaking, Part 1

As Josh Shapiro leads his skilled team into a pivotal moment for his eponymous brand, the “American Voutilainen” embarks on an uphill journey to advance the art of watchmaking through world-class craftsmanship and innovation.
By Henri Lee
In-depth

A Different Kind of Blue: 5 Watches with Stunning Blue Dials Crafted by Novel Techniques

Blue remains one of the most popular and timeless dial colors in horology. A recent trend involves watchmakers creating blue dials with innovative, non-traditional executions. Here, we present five breathtaking watches with novel blue dial designs launched in 2023.
By Henri Lee
Novelties

Diamond Life: Admiring the Girard-Perregaux Laureato 34mm High Jewelry Pièce Unique

Available only at Girard-Perregaux’s Geneva Boutique, this fully-set baby is brilliant from every angle.
By Rhonda Riche
The Garage

The New Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Huracán Monobalancier & Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato Get Unleashed in Courchevel

Last week, in the frosty beauty of Courchevel, France, we witnessed a power-packed spectacle unfold on the winding alpine roads. But it wasn’t your run-of-the-mill test drive; it was a meeting of two heavy hitters in hyper-design: Roger Dubuis and Lamborghini.
By Ash Longet