It’s golf season and that means announcements are in full swing. US Ryder Cup star Patrick Reed joins Hublot’s team of distinguished golfers as a brand ambassador. Reed, it turns out, is a watch r and owns several Hublot timepieces in his private collection. Referred to as “Captain America” in golf, Reed is known for defeating…
The American Clock and Watch Museum Offers The One Time You Just Might Wish You Were an Old Crank
Something interesting happens on the first and third Friday of every month in New England. At the American Clock and Watch Museum in Bristol, Connecticut, visitors can join the Old Cranks tour. During this exceptional time frame, four long-time volunteers at the museum come in to wind the approximately 60 to 70 historic clocks —…
Baume & Mercier Teams Up with Indian Motorcycle – America’s First Motorcycle Company
Swiss watch brand Baume & Mercier selected the famed Bonneville Salt Flats as the prefect venue today to announce its news affiliation — with America’s oldest motorcycle brand: Indian Motorcycle. Both Baume & Mercier and Indian honored the Burt Munro who to his Indian Scout Streamr to the Salt Flats 50 years ago — earning…
Grab A Seat for the Upcoming Total Eclipse of the Sun — A Rare Moment in Time
Time and astronomy have long been linked. Man has always planted and harvested according to the moon and many an ancient ritual was performed to honor the sun. Next Monday, August 21, 2017, North America will get a rare and wonderful moment in time: the eclipse of the sun. Certain states are in the direct path…
You Haven’t Been to Singapore? Now You Don’t Need To Go: Introducing Louis Moinet Singapore Edition Limited Edition Watch
Yesterday was the National Day of the country of Singapore, sometimes called the Lion City. To honor the history and beauty of the city, Swiss watch brand Louis Moinet, in partnership with Wealth Solutions, unveiled an exclusive limited edition Singapore watch. Offered in an edition of 19 pieces in rose gold and 65 pieces in stainless…
Interview: Racing Legend Jacky Ickx Reflects on Driving, Timing and Chopard
Being a car r, I was thrilled when the opportunity arose not too long ago to interview the legendary Jacky Ickx. The 72-year-old racer is one of the finest drivers of all time. In addition to winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans six times, he also achieved eight wins and 25 podium finishes in…