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Baselworld 2015: Nick’s Top 5 Picks
Baselworld 2015: Nick's Top 5 Picks featuring some independent brands and major manufacturers
Results for WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Educational Program)
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Baselworld 2015: Breguet Tradition Répétition Minutes Tourbillon 7087
Of all the watches covered thus far, this Breguet is arguably the most impressive innovation in Minute Repeater history, to make it to Baselworld 2015.
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Baselworld 2015: DeBethune DBS Tourbillon
DeBethune DBS Tourbillon to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the model.
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Pre Baselworld 2015: Tag Heuer Carrera
There is always this thing about vintage Heuer timepieces that will always tug our little heartstrings whenever we see them. Perhaps it is due to its iconic looks, or the wonderful and rich heritage that goes behind those charming timepieces. In this Baselworld, Tag Heuer will be launching two vintage inspired timepieces from the CarreraRead More
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Baselworld 2015: Breitling B55 Connected
Little by little, top luxury brands are embracing new technologies. Breitling’s new B55 Connected pairs an impressive pilots chronograph with a smartphone, leveraging the best features of each, while leaving the watch firmly in charge. Given the B55’s origins, it’s no surprise that the emphasis is on the watch. Fans will be happy to know […]
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Pre-Basel 2015: Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Deadbeat
Deadbeat seconds are popular this year, and the Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Deadbeat is an especially compelling example. Behind that beautiful dial, there’ s a new, patented caliber. The new Grande Seconde Deadbeat incorporates several subtle design elements. The Grande Seconde timepieces already featured, well, Grande Secondes. To place even greater emphasis on the seconds […]
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Pre-Basel 2015: Corum Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 Flying Tourbillon
Corum celebrates its 60th anniversary this year with a distinctive flying tourbillion timepiece with a special construction that looks like it came from the archives of Harry Houdini. The Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 Flying Tourbillon features Corum’s trademark nautical-themed case design – more about that in a minute. But the thing that grabs your eye […]
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Pre-Basel 2015: Porsche Design Chronotimer Series 1
For 2015, Porsche Design goes back to some impressive roots few people may know about. In 1972, the brand presented the first watch designed for it by F.A. Porsche – the matte black Chronograph 1. It’s said to have been the world’s first matte black watch, and as such, it certainly has to stand as […]
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TAG Heuer revs up for the Geneva motor show
As Geneva gets ready for the International Motor Show, TAG Heuer organized a special event to celebrate their recent partnership with the new FIA Formula E Championship, the world’s first fully electric motor-racing series. One of the series’ spectacular electric racing cars was on show to the public in front of the TAG Heuer boutique […]
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Frederique Constant Enters A Brave New World with the Horological Smartwatch
Truth be told, when watch journalists such as myself were told about a new big launch that was coming up by Frederique Constant, I was interested, being a fan of the brand. Yet, when I was told that it would be a Smartwatch, I started to become very curious. What would it look like I […]
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Pre-Basel 2015: The New Geo. Graham Tourbillon
Thin watches have certainly ranked among the hottest trends over the past few years, and at Baselworld, Graham will enter this realm with the new Geo. Graham Tourbillon, an automatic model that shaves millimeters by employing a micro-rotor. Like the stunning Tourbillon Orrery, this new piece bears the “Geo. Graham” designation, indicating that it is […]
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Breitling Transocean Chronograph 1915; Breitling At Its Best
In 1915 Breitling introduced a chronograph with the monopusher located at 2 o’clock. A natural position for the pointer finger to reside when a chronograph is being operated. The century after this watch showed indeed a lot of chronographs where the start/stop-pusher was indeed located at two o’clock but in a touch of irony, most […]
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Pre-Basel 2015: Nomos Metro 38 Datum
Nomos is changing the rules by offering Glashütte-made watches with manufacture movements, complete with the brand’s in-house “Swing System” balance, balance spring, escape wheel and lever, at prices that are beyond reasonable. At Baselworld, Nomos will unveil its latest bespoke creation, the Metro 38 Datum. The new model follows last year’s original Metro, which has […]
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Alpina Launches Comtesse Lady Collection with Top Skier Tina Maze
Founded in 1883, Alpina is an independent, family-owned pioneer in the field of Swiss sports watches. Embracing that heritage, the brand teamed up with world-renowned, multi-gold-medal-winning skier Tina Maze to launch its new Comtesse Lady line during the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Vail, Colorado, which concluded February 15. Alpina first launched its Comtesse […]
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Hands On With The Striking HYT Skull - A Watch That Looks At You
The HYT Skull that was announced recently was an unexpected development from Hydro Mechanical Watch making masters HYT, yet its appearance was somehow hinted at before with the H2. After all, visible through the case-back of the H2, the movement, arranged in a V shape did resemble a face, or more specifically, as some commentators […]
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Parmigiani & Pershing: Avant-Garde In Old School Craftsmanship
Even in the busiest, most prestigious marinas in the world, it is not that difficult to spot a Pershing yacht. Sleek, futuristic lines seem to stand a world away from traditional yachts, yet nothing is less true. Only a deep understanding of the craftsmanship needed to create the most superb traditional yacht, can result in […]
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Potent Moonshine: Linde Werdelin Oktopus Moonlite
When I was under the legal driving age, Alfa Romeo introduced the 156. An important car for them, since they changed their box-designs into far more sensual curved shapes. It was quite a stunning and unexpected car. Perhaps the one that started the now so popular “we look like a coupe but still have four […]
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SIHH 2015: Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Mécaniques Gravées
Vacheron Constantin celebrates its 260th anniversary with two delicious additions to the Métiers d’Art collection. The new timepieces feature movements that are entirely hand-engraved. For centuries, master craftsmen have been enhancing the appearance of fine timepieces. Their work represents a significant investment in each timepiece on behalf of the manufacturer. Achieving the highest levels of […]
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Franck Muller’s New Vanguard Gravity Tourbillon
Franck Muller first introduced the Vanguard Collection just last year at their 2014 World Presentation of Haute Horlogerie (WPHH). It was quite an unexpected move for the brand to produce a collection that clearly took a step towards a more sporty design. Following the interest aroused, this year they’ve produced the Vanguard Gravity Tourbillon […]
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SIHH 2015: Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum
Montblanc is quickly developing a reputation for delivering beautiful, complicated wristwatches that offer excellent value. The brand delivered again at SIHH this year, with one of my favorite pieces from show, the Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum. To start, it must be said that seen in person, this watch offers looks far above its price. If […]
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SIHH 2015: Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 Carbotech
In 2010, Panerai created an instant success by offering the Luminor Submersible in an ancient and beautiful material closely linked with the sea: bronze. The gleaming cases began life sharing a similar appearance, but age and use would act on each to create a unique patina. This year Panerai surprises us with another groundbreaking material, though […]
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SIHH 2015: Chester’s Top 5 picks
For me, I am at a stage of severe infatuation with subseconds at 6 time only watches. So naturally, I will show partiality to watches in this category. Apart from that, I like the notion of watches being down sized which I assume is the dream of classic loving thin-wristed men, like myself, of the asianRead More
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SIHH Diary - Day Three
Normally by the end of day three I am starting to see some common trends at the SIHH, but this year is a bit different. Every brand seems to be doing its own thing, which makes for a really interesting show with a large variety of timepieces. The only common theme seems to be that everyone is celebrating […]
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SIHH 2015: Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda 1950 Squelette
Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda 1950 Squelette, an ultra thin openworked, elegant and exclusive.
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SIHH 2015: Jaeger LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Celestial
The distinctive seductive power of the Rendez-Vous Celestial lies in its ability to embellish the woman who wears it. Enriched by the expertise cultivated by the Manufacture in the Vallée de Joux, the new Rendez-Vous Celestial by Jaeger-LeCoultre subtly distils its horological messages while also showcasing the beauty of a face exquisitely enhanced by MétiersRead More
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SIHH Diary - Day One
The 25th Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, or SIHH as it is called in the trade, opened its doors today with a huge flowery cake to celebrate its quarter of a century. Legend has it that the show was formed after Cartier couldn’t stand the smell from the German sausage seller behind its BaselWorld […]
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SIHH Diary - The Day Before
Normally I hate working on Sundays, I would much rather potter around the house in my PJs, cup of coffee in hand, a little Scooby Doo with my six year-old, maybe bake some cup cakes if I am feeling particularly energetic (I know I could rock the FT How To Spend It’s Perfect Weekend!). But […]
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Pre Baselworld 2015: Arnold & Son Golden Wheel
When it comes to haute horlogerie, Arnold & Son is often a brand that is overlooked by many purveyors. There is little wonder, since the British watchmaker is often overshadowed by their more illustrious counterparts like Patek Philippe. However, that does not stop them from making wonderful pieces, such as the Time Pyramid and DBS. ThisRead More
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Linde Werdelin introduces Oktopus Double Date Carbon - Green
When you hear the words Carbon and Green, especially quickly after each other, you probably think that the conversation is about the environment and not about high end watches. The exception to this rule is Linde Werdelin’s latest edition to the line-up; the Oktopus Double Date Carbon – Green. The name actually says it all; […]
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Pre-SIHH 2015: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Skeleton Flying Tourbillon
In the rarified world of fine skeleton tourbillions, Roger Dubuis stands at the forefront. At SIHH, the Manufacture will introduce a timepiece that takes the art form to new heights: the Excalibur Spider Skeleton Flying Tourbillion. The Spider name is, of course, inspired by the creators of the complex, gossamer sculptures found in nature. The […]