Introducing – The New Cartier Santos-Dumont Rewind Flies in the Face of Convention

Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Brazilian aviator, and Louis Cartier shared a passion for machines and mechanics. In 1904, Louis Cartier presented Santos-Dumont with the first purpose-designed wristwatch with a solid, rounded square case and rivets on the bezel. The idea behind the watch was to allow Santos-Dumont to consult the time in the cockpit without having […]

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Introducing – The New Bell & Ross BR 05 Black Ceramic Collection

In watchmaking, lightweight and highly resistant ceramic has become a favourite material, embraced by most brands, such as Bell & Ross. Renowned for its extensive use in the aerospace industry, ceramic is a highly technical substance that aligns seamlessly with Bell & Ross’s design philosophy rooted in aviation. Inspired by aircraft instrument panels, the brand […]

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Every new Patek Philippe from Watches & Wonders 2024

Patek Philippe WW24 Overview DesktopDespite being one of the world’s best known and most influential watch brands, it can be hard to look past Patek Philippe’s luxury sports watches to its high horology. After 185 years, the brand is still innovating and driving the watch world forward. Its Watches & Wonders 2024 haul includes a complication world-first, beautiful new … Continued

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First Look – The Chopard Alpine Eagle XL Chrono, now in Grade 5 Titanium

First released in 2019, the Chopard Alpine Eagle collection was met with great success. The brand’s vision of a luxury sports watch with an integrated bracelet, it took design cues from a vintage model – the St Mortiz – and adapted it to modern tastes. Specifically, it stands apart with its fascinating textured dial, modelled […]

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Introducing – The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Chronograph Collection Excellence Platine

Unveiled in 2020, the Traditionnelle Tourbillon Chronograph was a spectacular showcase of Vacheron Constantin’s dexterity in combining a monopusher chronograph and tourbillon complication with a twist, thanks to its unconventional layout. Now considered a classic, Vacheron has inducted the Traditionnelle into its hall of fame to become a member of the Excellence Platine club. Crafted […]

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