Yema has been on a mission to reinstate itself as a proper French watchmaking outfit, bringing back design from the past and even introducing French-made proprietary movements in the process. It does all this, and a bit more, with a surprising level of accessibility as prices rarely go over the EUR 2,000 mark. In fact, […]
Doing things the traditional way is not always the easiest, especially as continuously advancing technology provides solutions for many things but not everything. Traditional techniques are often harder to perfect, taking artisans years to master. Nevertheless, the undeniable charm of handmade continues to entice people, especially when it comes to watchmaking. British independent watchmaker Garrick […]
As a symbol of Indian self-reliance, the INS Vikrant R11 aircraft carrier was in use from 1961 to 1997 and participated in several combat situations. Aircraft carriers have come before and after, but when it was taken into active service, it was the only one of its kind, so it marked an important step in […]
We’ve already looked at several unique pieces created for this year’s edition of the Only Watch event, the biennial charity auction of luxury timepieces uniting some of the finest watchmakers to raise funds to support research into Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Today, we are going up close and personal with the one-of-a-kind Krayon Anywhere for Only […]
In a world that is increasingly computer-guided, laser-machined and mass-produced, it’s very nice to know the art of handmade things has not been lost. Whether it’s cars, tailored clothing, or watches, knowing that something has been crafted to perfection by the hands of an artisan gives tremendous satisfaction. As such, we fully embrace brands like […]
Norqain’s highly successful Adventure Neverest line debuted in 2021 and kickstarted the independent Swiss brand’s partnership with the Butterfly Help Project supporting schooling for the children of sherpas in Nepal. Two new models – a three-hand and a GMT – join the collection with bold black or grey and golden dials inspired by the jagged […]
Gambling, the act of wagering something of value in hopes of getting more of said value in return through a game of chance, has fascinated us for centuries, millennia even. The earliest known six-sided dice date back to 3,000 B.C. for instance. Betting on fitting animals was a common practice in ancient times, but non-violent […]
Last year, the renowned Lucerne-based watchmaker, Carl F. Bucherer, unveiled the all-new Central Counter chronograph as part of their prestigious Manero collection. The timepiece was designed to appeal to elegant outdoor enthusiasts and sophisticated football fans, boasting an extra minute track ring with markings like “additional time,” “15 minutes extra time,” and “add. time” sectors. […]
The pursuit of a more sustainable lifestyle is a growing phenomenon, and, more and more brands are embracing a sustainable ethos. Founded by Nicolas Freudiger, Cédric Mulhauser and Singal Depery, ID Watch likes to present its watches as the most eco-innovative timekeeping instruments available, and are to be considered at the forefront of circularity in […]
We continue our round-up of the unique pieces created for Only Watch 2023, the fundraiser promoting research into Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Today, we are taking a closer look at the watch donated by Trilobe, an exceptional version of its Une Folle Journée model celebrating the Japanese art of Kintsugi called the Trilobe Une Folle Journée […]