This year in Geneva at the Watches & Wonders exhibition, Zenith unveiled its new Pilot collection of watches. The only brand with the rights to put the word “Pilot” watch on the dial (In 1888, ZENITH filed a trademark for the French term “Pilote”, followed by the English version “Pilot” in 1904), Zenith’s new variations…
A Closer Look At The Longines Pilot Majetek
Just recently, Swiss watch brand Longines unveiled its new Pilot Majetek watch that is a deft blend of its rich aviation history and contemporary appeal. The watch, inspired by the first pilot watch made by Longines in 1935, has a true vintage appeal with tis crisp, clean matte- black dial and tan Super-LumiNova coated hands…
Top Five Must-Have Watches For The Holidays: Armin Strom, Corum, IWC, Parmigiani, Tutima
Whether you are shopping for a last-minute holiday gift, or for yourself, this season there are a few must-see (and possibly own) watches to indulge in. With prices ranging from a few thousand and up, there is something for everyone in this “five top must-have watches” list for the holidays. Armin Strom x Collective…
IWC’s Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition Polaris Dawn Ventures Into Space And Beyond
(This article by Roberta Naas first appeared in her column on Forbes.) For nearly 100 years, Swiss watch brand IWC Schaffhausen has been known for its ingenious, highly functional pilot’s watches. The brand was first to create a soft inner iron case back in the 1930’s that rendered its pilot watches anti-magnetic. Now, IWC soars…
Watches That Made Their Debut At Couture Las Vegas Are In Stores Now
(This article by Roberta Naas first appeared on WorldTempus.com) Long hailed as the premier show in America for luxury watch and jewelry brands (and for qualified buyers who can guarantee they will spend a certain amount of money during the show), the Couture Show was back in full swing this year in Las Vegas as…
Happening Now: IWC, Bonhams Auction Toto Wolff X Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Big Pilot’s Watch
The last piece of the 100-piece limited-edition IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar “Toto Wolff x Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One™ Team” is up for auction now – with proceeds going for a charitable cause. The series, launched to honor Toto Wolff, CEO of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team and his exceptional leadership, is entirely…