Category: Sports watch

Is Steel & Gold Coming Back? Reviewing the Tudor Black Bay S&G Two-tone

Steel and gold, or often referred to as “Two-Tone” has been a no-go for a long time. I was very surprised when Tudor presented us with a two-tone version of their much praised Black Bay, at the Baselworld watch fair earlier this year. The Black Bay is one of the most popular watches of the last 5 years, ever since it was introduced in 2012. The first model featured a burgundy red bezel insert and since then we’ve seen several versions with different colours for the bezel insert. Last year the Geneva based brand introduced a full black edition, and that one also hit the right note among watch enthusiasts. This year a two-tone version has been added to the collection, and again it seems to become a favourite

9 years ago

Only Watch 2017 – Chopard Superfast 8Hz, With Unique High-Beat Movement (And a Weekend at Monaco Historique GP with Legend Jacky Ickx)

While Only Watch charity auction was usually presenting unique pieces to raise funds to help research on Duchenne muscular dystrophy, this year some brands are going a few steps further by not only having unique watches but also offering in the package special experiences (Bell & Ross, Carl F. Bucherer or Blancpain do so). This is the case for Chopard, which for Only Watch 2017, will present a unique high-beat watch in honor of legendary pilot Jacky Ickx (the Chopard Superfast 8Hz Power Control Porsche 919 Only Watch 2017) – and talking Mr. Ickx, there’s something priceless that you’ll be able to bid on too…

9 years ago

Introducing – Bell & Ross BR126 Renault Sport 40th Anniversary, To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Renault in Formula 1

In 2016, the Parisian brand Bell & Ross moved from its usual military-inspired watches to explore new territories with a partnership in Formula 1, with Team Renault Sport. This “French Connection”, which we detailed here, lead to the creation of already 2 collections, including the new pieces presented at Baselworld 2017. Today, another watch comes to enrich this F1 line-up, however far from the usual hyper-technical theme, and more on the vintage side. Here is the Bell & Ross BR126 Renault Sport 40th Anniversary, to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Renault in Formula 1.

9 years ago

Introducing the Porsche Design Chronograph 911 GT2RS Exclusive Series and 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series

Goodwood is one of those events that is a must-visit for every petrol head on the planet, and if the weather plays along, it’s absolutely fabulous! Goodwood has three main events during the year: Members Meeting (which marks the start of the racing season), Revival (after summer) and recently, Festival of Speed; the latter was the setting for Porsche to unveil their newest 911 GT2 RS. Now if you wonder what a watch journalist is doing at the Festival of Speed with Porsche (and Porsche Design), then there’s a good explanation for that and yes, it has everything to do with watches. Rather exclusive watches if I may say so, because you can only buy one if you bought either the recently introduced Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series or the new 911 GT2RS Exclusive Series.

9 years ago

Only Watch 2017 – Unique Bell & Ross BR-X1 RS17 Only Watch, and there’s more than a watch to be auctioned…

This is not the first time that Bell & Ross participates to Only Watch. Indeed, the military-inspired Parisian brand already created several unique watches to be auctioned for this good cause, as for instance in 2011, 2013 and 2015 (see here). This year, B&R will also have a specifically modified model, based on the recently introduced BR-X1 RS17, the result of their partnership with Formula 1 team Renault Sport. So expect some strong racing car inspiration here… and there’s more than just a watch to be auctioned.

9 years ago

Only Watch 2017 – The Artistic Armin Strom Manual Made With Painter Hunt Slonem

For Only Watch 2017, the 7th edition of the biennial charity auction, Armin Strom is also part of the 49 partners that are coming with unique pieces or special projects. This year, the modern Swiss watchmaker presents a unique timepiece, which is a fusion between art and watchmaking. The art of watchmaking meets up with the expressive painting of an American artist. Here is the Artistic Armin Strom Manual Made With Painter Hunt Slonem.

9 years ago

Why So Serious? Meet the RJ-Romain Jerome RJ X Donkey Kong

Geek tested, nerd approved: Meet the RJ-Romain Jerome RJ X Donkey Kong. Seeking out a healthy dose of nostalgia, we took the opportunity during our visit to the brand’s Boutique in old town Geneva to go hands-on with this cool, bold, arcade-inspired timepiece, and here is our report on this unusual and captivating watch.

9 years ago

Introducing – Omega Seamaster Diver 300m “Commander’s Watch” Limited Edition James Bond 007

The James Bond 007 and Omega Watches connection doesn’t need to be explained anymore – and if you need more about it, check our in-depth article. For now over 20 years, the Swiss watchmaker provides the world’s most famous secret agent with Seamaster watches, and managed to give this accessory an important status, becoming a movie character on its own. This year, inspired by Bond’s rank and regalia, Omega has created the Seamaster Diver 300m “Commander’s Watch”.

9 years ago