A look at watches with a variety of horological complications and functions above and beyond telling time.
During the recent Watches & Wonders Geneva 2021 digital exhibition, visitors were treated to some sensory overload presentations. Some were live, others had been pre-recorded and others were open discussions. A lot of videos had also been prepared and were launched. Not every aspect of the week-long show was perfect and there were some technical…
By Nancy Olson There’s a lot to get excited about when it comes to Patek Philippe’s just-introduced timepieces, but my clear favorite is the In- Perpetual Calendar, Ref. 5236P-001. Not only is it the latest in the company’s serious history in producing notable calendar watches, it is also the venerable Swiss brand’s first wristwatch displaying…
By Nancy Olson Back in the day, when the spring watch fairs were face-to-face, Rolex was always one of the hottest tickets in town at BaselWorld, with devoted fans, journalists and jewelers in queue to see the latest innovations. Well, some things have changed, but watch aficionados were still waiting with high anticipation to see what…
By Gordon Henderson Breitling’s Premier Heritage Collection. The series taps into key innovations and milestones from the brand’s past to create vintage-inspired pieces with modern elements for today’s enthusiast. Upon seeing photos (sadly no hands on yet), they are, in a word, gorgeous. Breitling’s New Founders Squad A total of six pieces comprise the …
By Gordon Henderson Anyone in the watch world knows that Hublot is all about big, bold, bright and a lot of bravado. This year at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2021, the brand ivered on its theme in spades, unveiling a number of pieces that will attract the eye of anyone within a 50 foot radius.…
It is a busy year for Vacheron Constantin, as the brand unveils one of the most extensive introductions of complicated watches. From a new ultra-thin split-second chronograph in its Traditionnelle , to a new celestial piece in the coveted Les Cabinotiers , Vacheron Constantin continues to set new standards. The venerable brand has been creating…
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