Having been to South Africa on a couple of occasions and having had the great fortune of going on Safari and seeing the wildlife in person — including the spectacular elephants — the announcement by De Beers that it is partnering with Peace Parks Foundation in order to help relocated 200 elephants really touched my…
A look at the world’s wristwatch brands, their newest timepieces, brand ambassadors, events and news – by brand.
Hands On With The Longines Master Annual Calendar (prices)
With generations of experience, Swiss watch manufacturer Longines enjoys an expertise steeped in tradition and performance. Since its inception, in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, in 1832, the brand has grown to become a top timekeeper for elegant sports championships around the world. A key collection that underscores its urban chic appeal is the Master series of watches,…
Meet the $18 Million Watch That Floyd Mayweather Wears
Not too long ago, Floyd Mayweather made heads buying an $18 million diamond bedecked watch from Jacob & Co. Here we take a closer lo at that watch. The article below was written by Roberta Naas and first appeared on her Perfect Timing column on Forbes.com. “It is no secret that former professional boxer Floyd…
Hands On With The Tutima Patria Power Reserve Watch (price)
Tutima has a rich history in the German watch making industry, manufacturing quality timepieces since 1927 in the small town of Glashutte. More than 100 years ago, watch aficionados already recognized the virtuosity of the Glashutte watchmakers. With Tutima’s Patria collection, first introduced in 2013, the great traditions of the brand’s fine watchmaking were elevated…
Hands On With A Watch That Could Save Your Life: North Eagles H2S Detector Watch
Last week on my Perfect Timing column on Forbes.com, I introduced a timepiece that — if you are in the oil and gas industry — could save your life. Now, I go hands-on with the North Eagles H2S Professional Gas Detector watch. The watch, created by North Eagles Swiss brand that has been making watches for the…
Swatch Group Leaves Baselworld Fair Says Nick Hayek — Breaking Watch Industry News
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.…