Last week, I was supposed to be in Sicily for the unveiling a very unusual timepiece: the Jacob & Co. Opera Godfather 50th Anniversary Watch. When the movie, The Godfather, made its debut in 1972, it was met with critical acclaim. The famous film, which holds high ranks in “best movies ever” listings, had a largely B-grade…
In big news in the watch world this morning, Watches & Wonders Geneva – the largest and most important global watch exhibition since the demise of Baselworld – announced that brands will be joining the show in March (March 27-April 2) 2023 and that there is a shift in the relationship between the…
As many new-generation watchmakers are entering the watch world, we are witnessing some strong evolutions of modern-day iconic watches. Such is the case with the much-coveted A. Lange & Sohne Zeitwerk. First unveiled to the world 13 years ago in 2009, the German-made luxury timepiece was the brand’s first to boast a mechanical jumping…
In an effort to strengthen its commitment to sustainability, transparency and traceability in the supply chain, Swiss watch brand Breitling unveils the newest Super Chronomat Automatic 38 Origins watch that packs a good dose of “Better” into it. By teaming with the Swiss Better Gold Association for properly sourced artisanal gold, and by using…
Currently one of the watches up for nomination in the chronograph category for the GPHG Awards in Geneva in just a couple of weeks, the Louis Moinet Time To Race watch is the epitome of customization for those who mechanics and racing. Each Time To Race watch is a one-of-a-kind creation, with collectors able…
Earlier this year, esteemed watch brand Patek Philippe announced that it was going to be phasing out its bed Ref. 5711 Nautilus watch. Then it made a special edition version with a rare olive-green dial version. Then it unveiled, in cooperation with Tiffany, a version with a Tiffany Blue dial. Fan followers wondered if…
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