Today is February 29th—a day that comes around only once every four years. Called Leap Year, the year with the extra day in it has a special meaning. While to some it may be reverse day (women, you can ask that man to marry you today), and to others it may be an extra…
Richard Mille and Airbus? Is the Million-Dollar ACJ RM 50-02 ACJ Tourbillon Split Second Chronograph a Smart Move?
A new year means new limited editions pieces from one of the industry’s most recognized independant watch makers, Richard Mille. Unveiled at SIHH 2016 – and not yet in stores — the 30-piece limited edition RM 50-02 ACJ Tourbillon Split Second Chronograph has a lot of collectors taking notice. Created thanks to a partnership…
Up Close with the A. Lange & Sohne Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon 2016
We here at A Timely Perspective A. Lange & Sohne. I mean, them. While the German brand was walled off from the world for a portion of its existence, it didn’t stop it from coming back like gangbusters. This company offers some of the most advanced technical watches with superb stylistic elements that propel…
Harry Winston’s Visionary Zalium Project Z9 is Not New, but is in Stores Now- Hurry (hands-on pics)
Let’s be clear — because if you are reading other sites, you may have been seeing the news of this watch as a “New” introduction. In fact, the amazing Harry Winston Project Z9 watch is NOT news. It was unveiled to the world at last year’s BaselWorld Fair (2015). The news here is — this watch is…
Glashutte Original Lovers May want some Good Reading – Meet Impressions
Not long ago, I participated in the writing of a bo paying tribute to the history of Glashutte Original and to the people who made it successful. Here, I bring you you a lo at that writing process that ultimately contributed to the brand’s first Manufacture bo. As a veteran journalist in the watch industry for …
Fast Focus: Meet the Tutima Grand Flieger Airport Chronograph Pilot’s Watch
Almost since its inception, German watch brand, Tutima, has been deeply involved in the world of aviation. In fact, its 1940’s historical pilot chronograph has become a legend in the pilots world due to its reliability and functionality. The watch, outfitted with caliber UROFA 59, was the first German chronograph to boast addition timing and a…