The 1930’s marked a watchmaking revolution, as timepieces migrated from s to wrists. This new freedom gave rise to creative designs and specialized functions but also posed a multitude of constraints for watchmakers. Movements needed to be reduced in size while still remaining highly accurate. BOVET 1822, renowned for their watches at the time,…
Weekend Sojourn: Men’s Accessories Just Got Better thanks to H.L. James
In the fashion world, menswear is booming, and with this development comes the emergence of numerous innovative men’s fashion brands. H.L. James is a new cutting edge collection of men’s luxury accessories handcrafted from the finest genuine American alligator skins, and assembled in Italy. The depth and unique character of the leather is carefully achieved…
Audemars Piguet Unveils Yellow Gold Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar
As is typical with Audemars Piguet, the brand takes a leap of faith in terms of creativity and technical innovation, and – as is typical of the independently owned and operated Swiss brand – it has come out on top again. I am referring to its release a few months ago of the Royal…
Baume & Mercier Creates One-Off Capeland Shelby Cobra Watch for Auction
You may recall that earlier this year we brought you some exciting news about Baume & Mercier and its breathtaking collection of Capeland Shelby Cobra watches — created in honor of the legendary Carroll Shelby and the legacy he and his team built. You can read many of the details about that product launch here. I…
Hands On with the Armin Strom Skeleton Pure — Purely Beautiful in its Newest Rendition
We have written about Armin Strom here many times before. It is a brand we respect for its dedication to watchmaking and remaining true to its values. Now, we are thrilled to bring you the newest Skeleton Pure watch as presented just a couple of weeks ago at the WatchTime New York event. A fascinating work…
Introducing the TAG Heuer Connected Watch: SmartWatch made with Intel and Google (Video, Prices)
Live at a press conference this morning at the LVMH Tower, TAG Heuer CEO Jean-Claude Biver introduced the much-anticipated TAG Heuer Connected watch. The press conference — with top executives from Intel and Google, in addition to Chariman and CEO of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, and the Swiss Ambassador Andre Schaller –was all about the grand marriage of Silicon Valley…