In big news, the Swatch Group has announced that it will not be returning to exhibit at Baselworld 2019. Nick Hayek, CEO of the Swatch Group, said that all of the Swatch Group brand will leave the fair, indicating that the Fair seemed to be about making money than being cutting edge and progressive.…
Alexander Shorokhoff Unveils Newport Watches Via Grenon’s of Newport
Independent watch brand, Alexander Shorhoff makes some of the most creative, relatively affordable watches currently on the market. Made in Germany, the Shorhoff watches are generally bring art and aesthetics into play in a big way, and the newest Alexander Shorhoff Newport watches — honoring Newport, RI — are no exception. Newport, a well-known picturesque…
Casual Cool: Omega Unveils Denim-Inspired Seamaster Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer 40mm Railmaster
Denim… .It screams relaxed. So it’s really cool to see a brand like Omega indulging in denim with a vintage-inspired watch that you just won’t want to pass up. Inspired by the original 1957 Railmaster watch that was known for its anti-magnetic properties, Omega releases a new timepiece inspired by the past: The new…
Discovered Russian Shipwreck Said to Hold $130 Billion In Gold Coins And Bullion
Just last week on my Perfect Timing column on Forbes.com, I reported this news about a 113-year-old shipwreck of a Russian ship that has been discovered in South Korean waters and is said to be holding than $130 billion in gold coins and bullion. “The Shinil Group exploration company announced that on July 15…
Corum Introduces New Admiral Legend Watches for Men and Women
Just in time for summer water sports, Swiss watch brand Corum expands its much-coveted Admiral’s Collection. While holding true to the marine aura behind the Admiral Cup collection, the brand expands the with eight new Legend pieces decorated in entirely natural minerals. Drawing from nautical inspiration, the pieces feature dials produced from teak wood…
Introducing the $200,000 A. Lange & Sohne 1815 Tourbillon With Enamel Dial And Two Patents in Mechanism
If you are a regular reader of ATimelyPerspective, you know that I have tremendous respect and affinity for German watch brand A. Lange & Sohne. This brand experienced its re-birth around the time I was just starting in the watch industry, so I have witnessed its tremendous growth and success. Each year, the brand surprises…