Mark Zuckerberg, tech billionaire, Meta overlord and recreational jiu-jitsu enthusiast likes his watches. Last year he donned a $900,000 Greubel Forsey to announce a policy shift about Facebook’s “truth policing” and in a recent a podcast with YouTuber’s Colin and Samir feat MrBeast, Zuckerburg left the handmade Swiss timepiece in its watchcase in favour of […]
Watches & Wonders is an event dedicated to the fine art of horology, at it’s core it’s downright scientific and nerdy, but it’s also an artform that draws people at the top of their fields. The halls in Geneva were swamped with talent like Roger Federer sporting a Rolex or French footballer Kylian Mbappé equipped […]
An event Started for a small cadre of watch enthusiasts has been slowly growing it’s numbers year over year. Over 55,000 attendees flowed through the doors in Geneva in early April for the annual Watches & Wonders event. This is a 12% growth on the year before, as the event slowly recovers from the affects […]
This year among all the new watches released Rolex was also determined to show us that iconic pieces already released are still getting a lot of love. The Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona and Sky-Dweller were both unveiled with new configurations but our personal favourite had to be the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II. The 40mm diameter […]
Brutalism meets horology With Cartier’s latest release. Sandwiched between two world wars Cartier designed a watch that could survive all of them. It was just six years after the debut of the original Tank Louis Cartier, that Mr Cartier himself took to refining the design further. It’s a striking design, one that would be right […]
Since the 1970s Tudor has developed a rich pedigree of motorsports watches, since the release of it’s very first Oysterdate. Offroad and underwater they also have their line of constantly iterated and improved professional divers’ watches. The happy middle of these two worlds is the seamless fusion in their sports chronograph, The Black Bay Chrono, […]
An interweaving of metal and open sky mechanisms, a mechanical wonder in all it’s glory. That’s how we’d describe the new Tonda PF Skeleton. Parmigiani Fleurier brought a number of timepieces to the floors of Watches & Wonders, with a few limited expressions such as the Toric Quantieme Perpetuel in Platinum and Rose Gold. It’s […]
Tag Heuer’s booth at Watches and Wonders was completely married to motorsport with two F1 cars decorating the booth. Their attachment to the sport goes almost all the way back to the debut of the TAG Heuer Monaco famously being worn by Steve McQueen in the 1971 film Le Mans. From then on they shifted […]
Hublot was in a celebratory mood at Watches & Wonders. This year marked the 20th anniversary of their Big Bang models, which featured heavily with new faces and colourways. Perhaps the most exclusive piece they had on display was the Big Bang Unico In Water Blue Sapphire. Limited to just 50 pieces it’s a true […]
In a world of loud and proud watches with skeletal intricate designs A. Lange & Söhne bring a refreshing classism to the table in the form of the Minute Repeater Perpetual, a mechanical wonder. I guess that’s where Watches and Wonders got it’s name from. With a case diameter of 40.5 millimetres and a height […]
The beginning of the year saw a thawing in Government censorship efforts as Mark Zuckerberg took to video and the Joe Rogan Podcast to talk about winding back fact check departments in favour of more even handed community notes. This comes on the heels of the judiciary committee releasing it’s final 1700 page report that […]
Bulgari has teamed up with Laurent Grasso to create a new expression of the Octo Finissimo dubbed the BVLGARI OCTO FINISSIMO x LAURENT GRASSO. This limited edition piece “speaks of time not as a measurement but as a space shaped by a metaphysical concept,” says designer, Buonamassa Stigliani. I’m not entirely what that means but […]
One does not normally associate the luxury TUDOR watches with the armed forces, but Tudor has been the official supplier to the French Navy” since 1961. They earned this title after a protracted testing of their Oyster Prince Submariner watches by the French Navy to see how they performed in real life situations and stress […]
Rolex was present for one of New Zealand’s proudest achievements. When you’re trying to conquer earth’s highest point it’s important to know the time. You can’t be late for important appointments. What would you tell people “sorry I’m late I was just making history.” As Tenzing and Hillary summited Mount Everest Sir Ed was wearing […]
F1 is at the very cutting edge of motorsport and technology. Only the very best survive, and on their wrists is a Tudor. Tudor’s Black Bay Ceramic is getting a team exclusive version for the new Visa Cash App RB Formula One team. If you’re an F1 fan keep an eye on what Daniel Ricciardo […]
The star is ascending for Barry Keoghan as he’s made a name for himself in his roles in “Saltburn,” “The Banshees of Inisherin,” and “The Killing of a Sacred Deer”. Personally I thought he did a good (yet criminally short) job in Masters of the Air. On the red carpet he’s often spotted wearing the […]
One of the world’s most exciting collaborations in watchmaking and yacht racing has set sail, courtesy of TUDOR and Alinghi Red Bull Racing. The outcome is a blend of precision, artistry, and adrenaline in the form of the stunning Pelagos FXD and Pelagos FXD Chrono “Alinghi Red Bull Racing Edition” timepieces—watches that capture the thrill […]
TORIC CHRONOGRAPH RATTRAPANTE ROSE GOLD Parmigiani Fleurier brought the Men’s dress watch back in elegant style with their new range of Toric references. Under the guidance of Guido Terreni you have the very epitome of simplicity but on the back it’s nothing but flair and style as you can see the Chronograph Rattrapante on full […]
SQUARE BANG UNICO Everybody wants a Bang these days. The Square Bang started life as an everyday wearable made of titanium, but as demand increased it slowly got propelled into a luxury item. This has left Hublot in a bind as they invent their next watch, which has all the value of gold, with all […]
Riviera 10786 Baume & Mercier have boldly stepped into their own aesthetic with the Riviera. Having four screws on the front of the 40mm Dodecagonal case with it’s architectural lines and profile makes it feel almost counter cultural, but any misgivings of an industrial aesthetic are completely reversed by it’s elegant dial and it’s slim […]
DATOGRAPH UP/DOWN To celebrate the 25th anniversary of their first chronographic movements A. Lange & Söhne is adding two very special editions of the DATOGRAPH to their portfolio. The first of which is this stunning DATOGRAPH UP/DOWN set in 18-carat white gold with a blue dial. The dial immediately sets it apart from other DATOGRAPHs […]
Submersible QuarantaQuattro Luna Rossa Ti-Ceramitech How do we feel about celebrating other America’s Cup teams? Let’s say this is one page is neutral ground so we can talk a little about Italy’s Luna Rossa team and the timepiece that Panerai has made for them, the Submersible Quaranta Quattro Luna Rossa Ti-Ceramitech (PAM01466). It makes sense […]
These days wristwatches often try to double as fitness instructors and personal assistants, BOVET has decided to take things back – way back to ancient China, with its latest horological masterpiece, the Recital 26 Chapter Two Golden Dragon. When was the last time you looked at your watch and thought, “This is great, but it […]
At the intersection of history, culture, and sheer mechanical brilliance, the 2023 Goodwood Revival unfolded this September in an explosion of colours, sound, and speed. From the rumble of engines to the swish of period costumes, it was a spectacle that combined the nostalgic allure of yesteryears with the vibrancy of today’s world of […]
Oscar Wilde once mused, ‘I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.’ With this sentiment echoing through the halls of horology, we again bring to you some of the finest creations from a world where intricate mechanics meet pure artistry. From the visionary collaboration between Automobili Pininfarina and BOVET 1822’s Battista […]
Revving up the excitement for the prestigious 2023 Monaco Grand Prix, TAG Heuer has unleashed a trio of avant-garde timepieces that push the boundaries of horological design. With a nod to their racing heritage, the Swiss luxury watchmaker has let loose the TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Dial Chronographs. These exquisite timepieces feature a captivating skeleton […]
Akin to a tour de force of contemporary horology, the F.P. Journe FFC Calibre 1300.3 stands out in the bustling world of luxury timepieces, not just for its artistic brilliance, but also for its innovative take on presenting time. This latest masterpiece from the house of F.P. Journe introduces a fresh, imaginative manner to convey […]
The Omega Speedmaster has earned its place in the pantheon of legendary watches, not only for its impeccable design and precise timekeeping but also for its extraordinary history as the first watch on the moon. The latest Speedmaster ’57 Collection, a tribute to the original 1957 Speedmaster, has evolved over the years while still embracing […]
Believe it or not, the End Of Days arrived in 1999. The limited edition timepiece made in collaboration with Arnold Schwarzenegger, I mean. Its DNA is now infused with the brand new black ceramic Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph. It itself is made in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Royal Oak Offshore. This […]
Brace yourself for the F.P. Journe Lune Black Label watch, a stunning timepiece that epitomises the brand’s commitment to luxury and exclusivity. But before we dive into the details, let’s set the scene with a little history of F.P. Journe. François-Paul Journe founded his eponymous brand in 1999, but his love affair with watchmaking started […]
The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, through its partnership with Under The Pole expeditions, has made a groundbreaking discovery of a marine animal forest in the Arctic. Under The Pole’s expert divers, co-founders Ghislain Bardout and Emmanuelle Périé-Bardout, led their team into the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean and discovered an important ecosystem in the […]
Some colour combinations over time just become locked into a brand or a time or place and for old-school racing fans, there is just no going past the pale blue and orange of Gulf Oil. Over the years, this livery has graced some of the most iconic race cars from the likes of Porsche, Ford, […]
IWC has recently released a new addition to their classic Portugieser line, in the form of a new 40mm salmon Portugieser 40 Automatic. The talking point of course is the striking salmon dial with a sunburst effect, which is going to widen the hue options for any decent watch collection. The history of the […]
If like me you are of a particular vintage, you might have a bit of nostalgia for the Boeing 747. Over the last 53 years, it has really epitomised the power of human innovation to overcome the hurdles of distance and to open up the world for exploration. Luckily though, as the last of the […]
TAG Heuer has crafted a reputation over the years of producing high-quality timepieces that have become iconic symbols of innovation and excellence in the world of watchmaking connected to excellence in other realms. A stunning example of this is the Monza, a chronograph that was first introduced in 1976 to commemorate Niki Lauda’s first Formula […]
While a couple of decades in watchmaking years is very, very young, F.P.Journe has wasted no time in cementing its position as one of the world’s finest watch brands through the wrangling of special materials, innovative engineering and unique designs since its inception in 1999. And the F.P.Journe Chronometre Bleu is a stunning example of […]
While the AP Royal Oak might have carved out a well-deserved iconic status, Audemars Piguet are much more than a one-trick pony. Exhibit A. The Code 11.59 Starwheel, an ultra-contemporary watch is a fresh take on a centuries-old horological complication. Wandering hours, invented in the 17th century, is a system that displays the hours using […]
Roger Dubuis has done it again. The luxury Swiss watchmaker known for pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo has released its latest masterpiece: the Excalibur Liu Wei Monotourbillon. This timepiece is the latest addition to the brand’s Urban Culture Tribe collection, which celebrates the rebel spirit and radical expertise that defines Roger Dubuis. For […]
Armin Strom and Collective Horology have joined forces to create a unique version of the Gravity Equal Force watch, the P.03., a nod to the magic and adventure of technical outdoor exploration. While Silicon Valley entrepreneurs might generally be all about the bytes, there is a group of them that celebrate the craft of watchmaking. […]
Swiss luxury watch brand Breitling has released a new limited edition timepiece in collaboration with Australian lifestyle brand Deus Ex Machina. The Top Time Deus chronograph builds upon the quirkiness of its predecessor, the Top Time Deus Limited Edition, with a sky-blue color palette and features such as a lightning bolt-shaped chronograph hand and mushroom […]
Of course there is a lot of automation that has sped up the production of goods these days but there is a lot to be said still for the painstaking crafts of old and to celebrate these the Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Sonatina is a series of luxurious timepieces that pay tribute to nature and celebrate the […]
The Chopard Mille Miglia 2022 Race Edition is a limited-edition watch that pays tribute to the famous Italian road race, known as the “thousand miles.” This annual event, which was first held in 1927, is a celebration of classic and vintage cars, and Chopard has been the official timekeeper of the race since 1988. And […]
As far as chemical elements go, Oxygen is right up there in terms of importance for our survival of course. According to some in the horological world though, Oxygen is bad for timepieces. Not only does Oxygen contribute to metal oxidation but it can cause fogging during extreme temperature changes, like when you happen to […]
Luminor Due Goldtech is the latest addition to Panerai’s respected watch collection. This luxurious timepiece is crafted with the brand’s exclusive Goldtech alloy, which combines 18-carat gold, copper, and platinum to create a warm, golden hue with long-lasting shine. The Luminor Due Goldtech boasts a 42 mm diameter case that is 10.2 mm thick and […]
If you’re a jet-setting, globe-trotting, high-flying kind of person, then Rolex have a watch for you. Well, they are Rolex, so of course they have a watch for you. But the Rolex Sky-Dweller in particular is just the ticket for juggling multiple timezones and situations. These timepieces stand out for their unique and complex design, […]
It might not be a technical motoring term so to speak, but the Rolls-Royce Boat Tail really is quite simply damn hot. It is probably one of the hottest vehicles ever crafted. I know these are subjective things and you have a right to disagree, but I have on my side one of the world’s […]
Like all good high-tier luxury watch brands, Panerai draws on a long and storied history, dating back to the late 1860s, when the company was founded in Florence, Italy. But it was a few decades later in 1936 that the DNA of Panerai was truly molded into shape when the Panerai-created timepiece prototype called the […]
While the horological world might celebrate heritage, subtlety, tradition and craftsmanship, one of the world’s most renowned watchmakers takes the very best of traditional watchmaking and runs it through the sort of creative acid trip that would make CS Lewis envious. The results are a diverse range of unique, coveted and creative timepieces that push […]
When you’re looking at gearing up with a new timepiece, you want to consider every aspect and dimension. The sophistication it exudes, the features it delivers, the story it tells about its wearer, and more importantly, the bulk. You can get the most insane complications in the world to wow people with, but they’re going […]
Unveiled at the same time as the Singapore Grand Prix, the brand new Roger Dubuis x Pirelli creation is a pure celebration of racing legends. Dubbed the Excalibur Spider Pirelli Monotourbillon (MT), it takes many nods and notes from Pirelli’s long history and adds its own unique flavour to the mix. Unfortunately it’s being limited […]
SANTOS DE CARTIER CHRONOGRAPH WATCH Louis Cartier presented his first Santos De Cartier in 1904 to his good friend it was named after, Alberto Santos-Dumont. It lays itself bare with visible screws and a modern square design. Long after this gifting, Cartier is revisiting this iconic watch with the Santos De Cartier Chronograph Watch (W2SA0008). […]
