Introducing: The H. Moser Swiss Alp Watch Zzzz
Yes, that’s the watch’s actual name.
EDITOR’S PICK: How to lose at Geneva watch auctions – a handy guide
Editor’s Note: Given that the dog and pony show that is the big Geneva auctions has just wrapped up (after breaking another bunch of records), we thought it was the perfect time to publish Time+Tide reader Julian Sack’s account of trying to buy a watch in Geneva, which we originally published one year ago – to the day. Now, Julian is no noob – he’s an experienced collector with a penchant for the Rolex Prince and Patek Philippe. So if you’ve got dreams to head to Switzerland and make a killing in the big auctions, this is a must-read. I’d never before attended any of the big Geneva watch auctions, and I wasn’t sure what to expect. My first stop after clearing customs was Christie’s, to get a closer look at some lots I had my eye on. The atmosphere was busy, but calm. An hour and some 15 watches later, I had a better idea of what I wanted to bid on. Some watches that I liked from pictures didn’t deliver in the flesh, so I’d already had my first lesson – that it’s essential to see the pieces in real life. Next stop was Phillips. I’d missed the epic Start-Stop-Reset, but…
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VIDEO: The new Rolex Sea-Dweller (ref. 126600) – live on the wrist
Given that 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Sea-Dweller, Rolex’s iconic deep diver, we were pretty confident that we were going to see an updated version at Baselworld. And the Big Crown did not disappoint, offering a brand new Sea-Dweller, the reference 126600, which quickly became one of the most talked-about watches of the fair. Now, any new, top-line release from Rolex will get people fired up, but the increased size, the single line of red text and – most significantly – the addition of a Cyclops really stirred debate. As is always the case with watches, it’s best to see them on the wrist, which is where our video review comes in… Rolex Sea-Dweller (ref. 126600) Australian pricing The Rolex Sea-Dweller, $14,400
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The unapologetically smart H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch returns with Zzzz and Brrrr – two limited edition watches that lack nothing except vowels (live pics, specs and price)
The unapologetically smart H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch returns with Zzzz and Brrrr – two limited edition watches that lack nothing except vowels (live pics, specs and price). The mechanical wristwatch is still a powerful icon. At least we, at Monochrome, think so. Its role might be seen as threatened by mobile devices, however it …
Happenings: Join HODINKEE And Tudor In Celebrating The 2017 Baselworld Novelties This Wednesday In Chicago
HODINKEE and the latest Tudor watches convene in Chicago.
Dispatches: Run Silent, Run Deep – Diving With The Sinn U1 Professional
Exploring a Dutch shipwreck with a German dive watch designed by a New York cop.
Happenings: Stephen Forsey To Lecture At The Horological Society Of New York
The Greubel Forsey co-founder will present a comprehensive history of the tourbillon.
A Classic Watch, with a Twist – The Speake-Marin Resilience
Finding a great dress watch, it seems, is a never-ending challenge. On the one hand, you want a watch that complements your outfit and stands out, but at the same time doesn’t draw too much unnecessary attention to itself. It needs to be different enough to set you apart from every other person in the room wearing a nice suit and a (insert major brand name here) watch on their wrist, but still have a sufficient degree of brand recognition so you’re don’t have to spend the entire night explaining to people why it’s a nice watch. The Speake-Marin Resilience in 18k red gold doesn’t quite satisfy all these criteria, but it does come close.
In-Depth: Seven Takeaways From Geneva Auction Week
Forget the headlines, we’re going deep with this one.
Hands-On – De Grisogono New Retro Tourbillon Skeleton
De Grisogono might be an extremely respectable brand, it has the image of a field of action turning more around haute jewelry rather than complex watches. Of course, there are a few pieces, but nothing that, at first, could tickle our interest… But we were wrong, as the chic rectangular De Grisogono watch now houses an architectural Tourbillon skeleton movement – and it looks quite stunning.