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At $450, The New Shinola Detrola Art Series Is Worth a Closer Look
The new Shinola Detrola Art Series strips back the lineup's formula and lands somewhere more interesting. Here's what to know.
Results for WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Educational Program)
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Hodinkee
Business News: A Push For More High Horology At Germany’s Top Jewelry Fair
One of Europe's largest jewelry shows, Inhorgenta is again a hub for watch brands seeking fresh clientele.
Time+Tide
Does the Trematic T-Five Beigua Maris ‘Shadow’ deliver good bang for the buck?
Does the Trematic T-Five Beigua Maris Shadow dive watch, in titanium and with a 68-hour LJP movement, deliver bang for the buck at €1.2K?The post Does the Trematic T-Five Beigua Maris ‘Shadow’ deliver good bang for the buck? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
SJX Watches
A Wishlist for Watches & Wonders 2026
Each year I find it surprisingly difficult to crystalise what I want to see from Watches & Wonders – perhaps I find it hard to hope for things I know will never come. Sometimes dreams aren’t logistically possible. For example, a compact Spring Drive chronograph probably isn’t reasonable given Grand Seiko already has its hands full scaling production of another new Spring Drive movement. At other times, imagination is bound by brand strategy: Cartier could easily steal the show with a quartz Crash Must priced along the same lines as a Tank Must – but never will. But I believe that the following watches, which I’d like to see from Patek Philippe, Grand Seiko and Credor, and Tudor are plausible enough to hope for. The following images were created without the use of generative AI. Patek Philippe In 2023, Patek Philippe launched the ref. 5316/50P, a minute repeating tourbillon with retrograde perpetual calendar and smoked sapphire dial. It remains among the brand’s best complicated offerings, other than the ref. 6301p, at least in my view. Last year Patek Philippe followed up with the ref. 6159G, which featured a smoked sapphire dial and the same perpetual calendar on a more pedestrian base movement. But if there is one reference more deserving of the smoked sapphire treatment than any other, it is the ref. 5236p in-line perpetual calendar, as imagined below in platinum. In 2021, Patek Philippe revived the historic in-line perpetual calendar, which is strongly asso...
Fratello
Introducing: The Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot Limited Editions
While Hanhart is known for its historically inspired pilot’s chronographs, today’s latest model takes its cues from a very different form of motor-powered conveyance. The 417 Ti Desert Pilot Limited Edition is rooted in desert rally racing. As we’ll see, though, this isn’t just a dial color variation. Plus, the watch is available in two […] Visit Introducing: The Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot Limited Editions to read the full article.
Fratello
Is Panerai’s Purest Radiomir Its Most Versatile Modern Watch?
When I first picked up the Panerai Radiomir Quaranta PAM01572, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I’ve tried on a few Panerai watches over the years, most of them big, bold, uncompromising instruments that seem to occupy their own postcode on the wrist. This one was different the moment I lifted it from the […] Visit Is Panerai’s Purest Radiomir Its Most Versatile Modern Watch? to read the full article.
Fratello
Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Ranger (39mm) Vs. Longines Spirit Pilot
Good morning, and welcome to another Sunday Morning Showdown. Last year, Tudor added a new 36mm size and a beige-dial option to its entry-level Ranger lineup. In November, we put it up against the Christopher Ward C65 Dune, and the Tudor won by quite a big margin. You could say it was an unfair match, […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Ranger (39mm) Vs. Longines Spirit Pilot to read the full article.
Fratello
Should Serviceability Be A Factor When Buying A Watch?
There’s an aphorism among watch lovers that the right mechanical watch never truly belongs to you; rather, it is something you just look after for the next generation. But beneath the romantic surface of that line, there’s a cold, hard truth: durability is only half the equation. The other half, which determines whether a watch […] Visit Should Serviceability Be A Factor When Buying A Watch? to read the full article.
Monochrome
The Petrolhead Corner – The Autoforma Norrsken P1800 ES Revives Sweden’s Coolest Shooting Brake
If you think about Volvo estate cars, you probably will think about those large, boxy ones from the 1980s and 1990s. While very practical, they weren’t necessarily the most sexy cars, apart from a few special ones like the 850 T5R. But there was a time when Volvo made an estate car that was gracious, […]
Monochrome
Introducing – The Benrus Sky Chief Chronograph, a Historic Pilot’s Watch Reborn
Founded in New York in 1921 by Romanian-born brothers Benjamin, Oscar, and Ralph Lazrus, Benrus relied on Swiss production, centred in La Chaux-de-Fonds, and during the 1930s and 1940s, it became known for its pilots and military watches. Early models such as the Flyer and Airman were popular among the airline pilots, helping establish the […]
Monochrome
Introducing – De Rijke & Co. Amalfi Series 2, Drivers’ Watches with Car-Themed Enamel Dials
Suppose you know the Dutch indie watchmaking scene, then De Rijke & Co. is the name you must be familiar with. Founded by Laurens De Rijke, the brand began almost by accident during a vintage Vespa trip, when the idea for a watch specifically designed for driving emerged. De Rijke’s concept of a driver’s watch […]
Hodinkee
In-Depth: A Collector's Guide To Vintage 1970s Cartier Watches
An introduction to 1970s Cartier, when the Paris house moved its watchmaking to Switzerland, starting with an in-depth look at the Tank Louis.
Monochrome
First Look – The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Milano Cortina 2026 for the Paralympic Games
While the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games have recently come to an end, it is time now for the Paralympic Winter Games to begin, as they will be held between March 6th and 15th, once again in Northern Italy (between Milano and Cortina). Omega‘s involvement with the Olympic Games (summer or winter) as the Official […]
Fratello
Fratello’s Top 5 Watches Released In February 2026
Another Friday, another list! This week, we have the second installment in the series highlighting the best releases of 2026. With this series, we want to keep you informed about the best new watches throughout the year. Since this is the first Friday after February ended, we’ll look at our favorite picks from the second […] Visit Fratello’s Top 5 Watches Released In February 2026 to read the full article.
Monochrome
Introducing – A New Red Grape Dial for the Raymond Weil Toccata Heritage
Following the success of the Millesime collection, a series of vintage-inspired, 1930s-based watches, Raymond Weil went on to revamp one of its older collections, the Toccata. For nearly 50 years, the Toccata has explored the realms of shaped dress watches, finding inspiration in classically composed music. But at the end of 2025, RW presented the Toccata Heritage, […]
Fratello
Subprime Reporting? Thoughts On The Recent Morgan Stanley/Swatch Group Controversy
Morgan Stanley Investment Management published its Ninth Annual Swiss Watcher on February 19th. The report dives deep into the commercial performance of the Swiss watch market on a brand-by-brand level. I assume very few watch enthusiasts read the whole thing, but one table is rather famous: the top 50 Swiss watch brands ranked by turnover. […] Visit Subprime Reporting? Thoughts On The Recent Morgan Stanley/Swatch Group Controversy to read the full article.
Teddy Baldassarre
What’s The Best First Swiss Watch to Buy? Seven Paths to Consider
Here’s a question we often get: What’s the best choice for my first Swiss watch? Well, there’s no single right answer, but it boils down to two considerations: your taste and your budget. So we’re going to simplify the process for you. Given the numerous times we have seen people navigate their first Swiss watch purcha
Hodinkee
Hodinkee Insurance Heads To Windup Watch Fair Dallas
Windup returns to Dallas this March-and Hodinkee Insurance will be there all weekend to talk watches, coverage, and everything in between.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
The New Citizen Series 8 NB608 May Be The Most Wearable Version Yet
Citizen expands the Citizen Series 8 lineup with new NB608 references. Here's what stands out and where the pricing question gets complicated.
SJX Watches
Felix the Cat Pilots Bremont’s Latest
Bremont’s Altitude MB Meteor Felix the Cat puts one of military aviation’s most mischievous mascots on the wrist in a 42 mm titanium pilot’s watch that turns the tradition of wartime nose art into a wearable 500-piece limited edition. Inspired by on the brand’s long-running Martin-Baker collaboration, the Felix edition pays tribute to the iconic cartoon mascot of the US Navy’s VFA-31 “Tomcatters” fighter squadron. Initial thoughts Bremont built its brand on military aviation-themed watches, and the Altitude MB Meteor proves it understands the cultural hallmarks of this niche better than most. The Felix edition taps into the enduring tradition of nose art - the cartoon characters, pin-ups, and mascots that have adorned military aircraft for over a century - drawing on one of the US Navy’s most recognisable icons. Creating visual coherence, the depiction of Felix is outlined in yellow, echoing the black-and-yellow stripes of the balance end of the seconds hand, which is meant to evoke an ejection seat grab handle. This has long been a Bremont motif, and is actually one of the brand’s strongest calling cards, dating back to the original 2007 collaboration with British ejection seat maker Martin-Baker (hence the ‘MB’ designation in the model name). The Altitude MB Meteor is the latest mission in this campaign, and retains the dual-crown architecture and textured case band of the original. That said, several details of the 42 mm case have been changed,...
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Tissot PRX vs. Maurice Lacroix Aikon: Affordable or Luxury Integrated Bracelet Watch?
Tissot PRX vs Maurice Lacroix Aikon: see which integrated bracelet watch delivers better everyday value, comfort, design, and ownership. Find the smarter buy.
Fratello
Hands-On With The Zenith Defy Revival A3643
During LVMH Watch Week in Milan, I was especially interested in the new Zenith releases. It is no secret that I love Zenith. The brand has managed to amaze me time and again with releases that combine the best in watch design with its legendary calibers. To my surprise, for this year’s LVMH Watch Week, […] Visit Hands-On With The Zenith Defy Revival A3643 to read the full article.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Orient’s Affordable Automatic Watch Lineup Just Got a Lot More Interesting
The new Orient Stretto collection adds four vibrant dial colors to one of the most compelling affordable automatic watches under $400.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Seiko Drops Two Gold-Accented Dive Watches to Honor Shohei Ohtani
Seiko honors Shohei Ohtani with two limited-edition Prospex 1965 dive watches featuring gold accents and the in-house 6R55 movement.
Time+Tide
Rolex Sub, Studio Underd0g x Fears, & a rare Japanese grail - Erika’s 3-WATCH THROW DOWN
Food, travel, Japanese independents, and a Rolex Submariner she spotted across a room like a scene from a rom-com. This is her story.The post Rolex Sub, Studio Underd0g x Fears, & a rare Japanese grail - Erika’s 3-WATCH THROW DOWN appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Hodinkee
Introducing: The Ming 57.04 Phoenix Offers A More Restrained Take On The Brand's Destro Monopusher Chronograph
Following the popularity of the limited-edition 57.04 Iris, Ming is adding a toned-down (but still colorful) version to the core collection.
Teddy Baldassarre
The Best Dress Watches From Major Brands
A not-so-hot take of ours is that dress watches, outside of water-resistant scenarios, are among the most versatile pieces to wear with casual attire, period. Despite this, many are afraid to give them a try, underestimating their ability to be worn on a daily basis for many. In that spirit, today, we will look at the
Fratello
Long-Term Review: Omega Speedmaster Professional 310.30.42.50.01.001
The current Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch 310.30.42.50.01.001 debuted on January 8th, 2021. The Moonwatch received a ton of updates, making many Speedmaster enthusiasts very happy. Those who weren’t hardcore fans, though, mainly found the big price increase from just south of €5,000 to €6,100 surprising. Updates to the modern Moonwatch You can read a full […] Visit Long-Term Review: Omega Speedmaster Professional 310.30.42.50.01.001 to read the full article.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Christopher Ward Goes Red With the C1 Jump Hour Mk V Dusk
Christopher Ward releases the C1 Jump Hour Mk V "Dusk," a limited edition with a red dial and the brand's in-house JJ01 caliber.
Time+Tide
A savanna showstopper: Dennison’s Safari Capsule Collection roars
Dennison takes a flamboyant turn, unveiling a pair of animal-print-dialled ALD models with diamond-encrusted cases..The post A savanna showstopper: Dennison’s Safari Capsule Collection roars appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.