While the Tangente is often seen as the most emblematic watch ever created by German watchmaker Nomos, there is another model that, in my books, feels even more classically designed. Refined, elegant, timeless and equally minimalist in its style, the Orion is the brand’s vision of a dressy watch, but this time without a twist […]
The most complicated watch in the casually-chic AT collection, the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Worldtimer has been around for some years now, undergoing several updates since its introduction in 2017 – back then in a highly luxurious platinum edition. Now part of the permanent collection in either stainless steel or Sedna gold, with a blue […]
During Watches & Wonders 2023, Zenith unveiled an entirely new Pilot collection that radically changed the flight path of this storied collection. As a brand with legitimate pilot watch credentials, dating to Louis Blériot’s successful cross-Channel flight in a monoplane in 1909 with a ‘Special’ Zenith wristwatch strapped to his wrist, the brand’s decision to […]
Partners Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs started their adventure in watchmaking, distributing Omegas and Breitlings from their watch shop in Zurich. In 1956 they decided to create their own brand specialising in robust tool watches, much appreciated by soldiers, divers and pilots. One of the few companies to ride out the quartz storm by reducing […]
When you associate Snoopy with watchmaking, you might immediately think about Omega and the Speedmaster. Obviously… But the reason why you can find the cute beagle on the dial of the most legendary space watch has actually far more to do with NASA than the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. Nevertheless, this gave […]
As the only Swiss watch brand with Cuban roots, Cuervo y Sobrinos is not shy about expressing its colourful and exuberant Caribbean personality. Introduced two years ago, the Buceador Caribe dive watch flaunts an original and complex case construction with attractive dials that capture the different shades of water lapping Cuba’s coastline. Three new colour […]
Released in 2020, the Carrera Chronograph 44mm marked the revamp of the collection, which now comprises various models ranging from classic to vintage-inspired, and sporty with this larger model. Equipped with the in-house Heuer 02 movement, it will form next to the sleeker 42mm the cornerstone of the modern Carrera line. When first presented by […]
Oris has consolidated a solid reputation for its resilient, purpose-built dive, pilot and sports watches that do the job in style without breaking the bank. The Aquis family of sporty, high-performance dive watches is one of the most popular, and its 43.5mm Aquis Date was the first to be powered by the brand’s powerful manufacture […]
In a galaxy not that far away named Switzerland, two guys went on a mission; building a time-indicating spaceship that would be capable of fighting against the strongest members of the indie scene alliance, with a cool yet not too complex display, and at a price reasonable enough so the rebels could afford it. Ok, […]
Swiss manufacturer Hublot has made a name for itself experimenting with new materials through what the brand calls the Art of Fusion. Released in partnership with Nespresso, the latest limited edition Big Bang uses recycled Nespresso aluminium capsules and coffee grounds to craft its case and strap. Indeed, the Swiss coffee company is working on ways to […]