Dispatches: The 2017 Copperstate 1000 Vintage Car Rally (VIDEO)
In partnership with Montblanc, we take you on a ride across the state of Arizona with 82 amazing vintage cars.
The Value Proposition: The Junghans Form A
A minimalist watch with some character and a friendly price tag.
Hands-On – Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Chronomètre, A Contemporary Interpretation Of The Brand’s First Watch
Traditionally speaking, Parmigiani has always reserved the Toric name for its most complex pieces, such as the Toric Quaestor Labyrinthe or the Toric Resonance 3. In 2017 however, we’re getting a different type of Toric timepiece. One that is more subdued, inherently less complex and altogether delightful. Meet the new Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Chronomètre, a contemporary interpretation of the first watch designed by Michel Parmigiani, which displays the time and date only. Of course, there are a few extra embellishments that make this watch more than just your standard three-hander with a date. This is Parmigiani after all. Read on to learn more.
In The Shop: A 1950s Baume & Mercier Triple Calendar Chronograph, A 1970s Rolex Oyster Perpetual, And An Invicta Chronograph in Rose Gold
Interesting and unusual timepieces incorporating some rose gold elements and alarm complications.
Brellum Unveils Two New Versions of its Retro-inspired Duobox
Brellum has just unveiled two new versions of its retro-inspired Duobox. The first variation of this beautiful and well thought-out chronograph is rendered in steel and gold, while the second is a limited edition of 8 pieces in steel, powered by a modified Valjoux 7750 featuring a power reserve indication at 3 o’clock. Like the previous models, these new watches are great value for money. Let’s take a look!
EDITOR’S PICK: Not your average chronograph – the Montblanc Homage to Nicolas Rieussec II Limited Edition
Editor’s Note: For my money, the Rieussec is one of the most interesting collections in Montblanc’s fine watchmaking line up. And, like most of the brand’s complicated pieces, it offers tremendous value for money. A beautiful column wheel chrono with a vertical clutch and some very pretty architecture, combined with a truly distinct style and of course that rich eggshell dial. What’s not to like? The story in a second: This version of Montblanc’s distinctive Nicolas Rieussec collection has a nighttime party trick that’s worth staying up for. A nineteenth-century French watchmaker credited with inventing the chronograph, Nicolas Rieussec was an important man in the history of horology. For this reason, Montblanc decided to honour him with a series of – you guessed it – chronographs, inspired by his 1825 design. And you don’t need to have any great understanding of classical French watchmaking to appreciate the ample charms of this limited-edition piece. The first Montblanc Rieussec emerged in 2010, and every subsequent model has followed the same essential formula, with dials and case materials receiving tweaks along the way. So, while the Homage to Nicolas Rieussec II isn’t a new piece (it was released in 2014), it’s worth a…
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Technical Perspective: A Closer Look At The Case Of The Patek Philippe Ref. 5320G (With Help From Its Creator)
Sometimes things need a little extra explaining.
In The Shop: The Marc Newson Hourglass For HODINKEE
This limited edition timekeeper sits at the nexus of art, design, and engineering.
Breaking News: Former James Bond Sir Roger Moore Has Died At Age 89
In addition to the spy films, he leaves us with a truly legendary Submariner.
Review – Orologi Calami CR42 Chronograph, A True Pilot’s Watch
While we see a huge number of small brands that operate off the beaten path, some stand out more than other. We can’t cover them all, and we are critical about which one we bring you, but every now and then we come across a project that is worth our (and guess yours) time. Today we investigate a brand dedicated to aviation founded on a lineage of three generations of pilots: Orologi Calami, and their CR42 Chronograph.