The watch in question, reference 6431-6030, is about as straightforward as a watch can be. But there’s certainly beauty in that simplicity. The black, cylindrical case is paired with an off-white dial displaying only the essentials—hash marks, a straightforward hour… Read More ›
Watches
Straton Syncro watch
The Straton Syncro watch is a culmination of two styles working in unity, the reason for the chosen model name Syncro. The two watch styles consist of Automotive (general appeal, chronograph, chequered racing bezel) and Diving (20ATM water resistance, block… Read More ›
TAG Heuer’s swappable timepiece?
TAG Heuer has dropped a few hints about its plans for a successor to the Connected, but the biggest news may be what it isn’t mentioning. Android Central sources claim that TAG is working on the Connected Modular, a “fully… Read More ›
Colt Skyracer: when $2,000 is cheap
The Colt by Breitling expresses its youthful, dynamic and winning spirit in a brand-new model dedicated to thrill-seekers, with an avant-garde case in Breitlight® and an ultra-technical black look. Code name: Skyracer, like that of the plane flying under Breitling… Read More ›
Are Watch Collectors Asking To Be Lied To?
When it comes to the topic of manufacture movements and what qualifies a component as in-house, the definitions are often as murky as the issue of determining what percentage of a watch must be made in Switzerland before it can… Read More ›
The Levitating Timepiece
STORY is a levitating timepiece that orbits around a wooden base, counting the hours, minutes or even years. STORY is more than just a clock; it’s a unique way to visualize time. Customize its orbit via a mobile app or… Read More ›
Seiko Presage ‘Unlimited’ Enamel Watches
Seiko indicated an estimated shipping date of September 2017 for these four new Presage Enamel watches. That they are not limited editions points to Seiko’s confidence in the collection as well as their perception of how well they are doing… Read More ›
The Panerai PAM 684 Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Automatic Oro Rosso
I know what you’re thinking. Gold? For a dive watch? Why? First of all, you’re right, gold is a ludicrous choice for a dive watch – but Panerai knows this. And so do all of the other watchmakers that have… Read More ›
The Seiko Spring Drive Movement
Please note that we will begin with looking at how Spring Drive works for the simple reason that we need a good understanding of how the system functions and is constructed before we can talk about the fascinating story behind… Read More ›
The Alpine Horological Smartwatch
Alpina invented the Swiss modern sport watch in 1938 and today with the Horological Smartwatch Alpina invents the Swiss Smartwatch. Horological and connected, the Alpina Smartwatch is the perfect union between the art of fine Swiss watchmaking and Silicon Valley… Read More ›