Introducing: A New Book About Chanel’s Signature Watch
The J12 bridges fashion and horology. To find out how, read this big black book from the maison behind the little black dress.
Introducing: The Timex Nuptse Atlantis Edition For Japan
A candy-colored Japanese revival of a humble classic.
Hands-on – Artisans de Genève “The Pearl Project” – A Skeletonised Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711
Today’s high-end watch aficionados increasingly seek unique products; watches that no one else has and reflect their personality. Some brands offer bespoke watches, but companies specialised in watch customisation services are one avenue to exclusivity and personalisation. There are a handful of such companies, but Artisans de Genève is in a league of its own. […]
In The Shop – In The Shop: The G-SHOCK ‘Full Metal’ AWM-500 Revival Series
An ’80’s classic, revamped.
HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SBGW264 has one of the best green dials in the industry
Grand Seiko gets a lot of attention from collectors that’s well-deserved for the incredible artistry it delivers. If the Swiss were even capable of paralleling this Japanese craft and philosophy, the resulting products would likely be far more expensive. Grand Seiko continually brings high craftsmanship and value to the table, the brand name truly built on the merits of their products. While we typically see more steel and titanium watches from the brand, they are no stranger to precious metals. Zaratsu finishes on steel and titanium are absolutely exquisite in every way, but there is something about Zaratsu on precious metals that is downright phenomenal. The limited-edition Grand Seiko SBGW264 pairs an elegant Zaratsu-finished precious metal case, with a gorgeous green dial that needs to be experienced in the metal. The case The rose-gold case of the Grand Seiko SBGW264 is 39mm in diameter and 11.6mm thick making it the perfect size for a wide spectrum of wrists and slender enough to slide easily beneath a shirt cuff. The case is splash-resistant, so while you cannot swim with this precious watch you don’t have to feel like Indiana Jones swapping out the idol in Temple of Doom when washing your…
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Introducing – Bvlgari Octo Roma Carillon Tourbillon
The Octo Roma Carillon Tourbillon marries two traditional complications in a radically contemporary setting. The impressive acoustic and visual show, with a three-hammer chime and tourbillon, takes place on the dial of a very ‘noir’ Octo Roma case. The hammers, gongs and tourbillon are exposed on the dial while the mechanics of the impressive new […]
HODINKEE Radio: What We Learned At LVMH Watch Week 2021
Three brands released more than a dozen new watches – and we’ve got all the details.
Introducing – The New Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga Models (Live Pics)
The Bvlgari Serpenti design has enjoyed cult status since the 1940s, blurring the lines between a piece of jewellery and a watch. As one of the oldest collections in Bvlgari’s catalogue, it propelled the company into the spotlight with its unique design inspired by the body and head of a snake. The most recent iterations […]
Introducing – Zenith Pilot Type 20 Silver Chronograph (Live Pics)
This year, Zenith is showcasing its latest releases in an exclusive one-week online event together with other brands from the LVMH Group. In addition to the all-new Chronomaster Sport and Chronomaster Revival A385 watches, the company is releasing the Zenith Pilot Type 20 Silver Chronograph, the Le Locle-based watchmaker’s first-ever Pilot Chronograph model crafted from […]
Introducing – The Green Seiko Prospex Divers 140th Anniversary Limited Editions
Seiko, probably the best known Japanese watch manufacturer, is a brand with a rich history. Founded by young Kintaro Hattori in 1881 this year the brand is celebrating its 140th anniversary and, as you’d expect, these commemorations will include special editions. Following the re-introduction of the name “King Seiko” with the SJE083, today Seiko releases a […]