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Happenings: Switzerland's First Trade Show Dedicated To Pre-Owned Luxury Goods Kicks Off Next Weekend

A veteran of the Swiss watch trade show circuit decamps for pre-owned pastures.

Rolex Introduces the Deepsea Challenge Ref. 126067 Rated to 11,000 Metres

In a surprising off-season debut, Rolex has debuted the record-setting Deepsea Challenge. Evolved from the experimental dive watch of the same name presented in 2012, the Deepsea Challenge is the first serially-produced Rolex wristwatch in titanium. And its rating of 11,000 m, or 36,090 ft, means it clinches the title of the deepest-rated dive watch ever. Initial thoughts Conceived as “the ultimate watch of the deep”, the Deepsea Challenge has nevertheless “been crafted with everyday use in mind”. In other words it’s gigantic at 50 mm in diameter and over 20 mm thick, but wearable because both the case and bracelet are titanium, making it relatively lightweight. It is tempting to imagine Rolex will roll out other titanium watches, though I expect that won’t happen since the use of the alloy for the Deepsea Challenge is primarily for lightness, something less important for conventionally-sized Rolex watches. As with other Rolex sports watches the technology behind the watch is impressive – in fact the technology within the watch makes it one of the most interesting Rolex sports watches – but it also incorporates details that enthusiasts will appreciate like the chamfered lugs that bring to mind vintage Rolex cases. In short, it’s a little over the top but extremely cool. It’s somewhat pricey at abut 70% more expensive than the standard Deepsea, but arguably worth it for something that is essentially an experimental watch refined into something wearable...

Happenings: Jean-Christophe Sabatier To Lecture At The Horological Society Of New York

The Chief Product Officer at Ulysse Nardin will discuss the history and development of The Freak.

Our Predictions In The Artistic Crafts Category Of The 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): We Have A Majority Winner

The 2022 GPHG Artistic Crafts finalists include some unique pieces, some small series pieces, and one comparatively large-volume piece (of 100 examples) by a bigger producer. All are beautiful and rare in their decorations, which include guilloche, engraving, enamel work, miniature painting, wood marquetry, gem setting, and Japanese lacquer work. So how did our peanut gallery vote?

Photo Report: This Group Gathered To Celebrate Watch Collecting Through The Lens Of Black Culture

Incredible watches and even cooler people at CP Time's Denver meetup.

Our Predictions In The Jewellery Category Of The 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): A Sparkling Division

We finally arrive at the 2022 GPHG Jewellery category, which is often the most varied in opinion as there is such wide room for taste. Seen among the competing watches are a couple familiar faces, a few bold choices, and even a wild card that might have gotten lost while carrying a pouch full of diamonds through a particle accelerator. What does our peanut gallery think? It's divided.

Pre-Owned Picks: Lightweight Ceramic Watches To Save You From Summer Sweat

And gosh knows, we've needed them lately.

Pre-Owned Picks: '90s Watches That Are Da Bomb

In a decade that saw the resurgence of mechanical watchmaking we can be spoiled for choices.

Pre-Owned Picks: Where We're Going, We Don't Need Circles

Cartier is an expert at designing watches that break away from the expected.

Our Predictions In The Chronograph Category Of The 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): It’s Down To A Pair Of Aces

Is the chronograph still everybody's favorite complication? The brands most certainly think so as a vast number are introduced each year. An the six that are nominated in this category represent the cream of the crop, though our peanut gallery thinks only two are real contenders.

Kudoke Real Skeleton Starring In Feature Film ‘Last Looks’ Heads To Auction

While watching television, Ian Skellern spied a Kudoke Real Skeleton in a feature film called 'Last Looks' starring Charlie Hunnam and Mel Gibson. That watch is now being auctioned in New York in December. Here's its backstory.

Interview: The Founders Of Bell & Ross Couldn't Find The Perfect Tool Watch. So They Decided To Create Their Own

All Carlos Rosillo and Bruno Belamich needed was a little help from Sinn and Chanel.

Our Predictions In The Tourbillon Category Of The 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): To Win This The Tourbillon Needs To Be Very Special

Five of the six watches in this Tourbillon category are either openworked or dial-less, so their visuals are not dissimilar. Five of the six are also one-minute tourbillons. One-half of the finalists have flying tourbillons, while another boasts a cylindrical tourbillon, and yet another has a constant-force tourbillon. How will our panel ever choose a winner?

Editors' Picks: Our 7 Favorite Outdoor Watches – And The Places We'd Like To Take Them

Ideal watch pairings for our fave dive sites, big hikes, cocktails on the beach, and beyond.

Vintage Watches: A 1988 Rolex Day-Date With 'Birch Burlwood' Dial, A 1960s Universal Genève Tri-Compax 'Evil Clapton,' And A 1960s Heuer Carrera '12'

Polarizing as they might be, watch nicknames have an undeniably positive affect on recognizability, icon status, and market appreciation.

Happenings: Dr. Jane Desborough To Lecture At The Horological Society Of New York

The Keeper of Science Collections at the London Science Museum will discuss early clock and watch dials.

Culture Of Time: Why Do We Watch Videos of People Stealing Watches?

These clips are everywhere online right now. Almost unavoidable. And the questions they raise are thornier than you might expect.

Our Predictions In The Ladies Complication Category Of The 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): Is A Tourbillon Really A Complication?

The best thing about these six GPHG 2022 Ladies’ Complication watches is the variety of complications. Yes, we still have two traditional tourbillons, but the other four complications are anything but traditional. But, our panel asks, why are the tourbillons for ladies not competing in the main tourbillon category?

Norqain Wild ONE – a new addition to the Independence Collection

Norqain launches a new sports watch line called Wild One. Four new models are released, all using a new material called NORTEQ.

Best Dive Watches That Won’t Break The Bank

Discover the best affordable dive watches chosen for standout design, real-world performance, and hands-on reviews by watch experts

Weekend Edition: Dismiss Them If You Must, But Smartwatches Are Here To Stay

Connected watches have evolved from something out of a sci-fi movie into a must-have accessory for modern life.

New Generation Watch Leadership (Day 4 of Revolution Presents: Horological Symposiums at Geneva Watch Days)

Legends of Independent Watchmaking (Day 2 of Revolution Presents: Horological Symposiums at Geneva Watch Days)

Introducing: MB&F; Has The Coolest Regulating Organ At Geneva Watch Days – And They Want To Show It Off

The LM Split Escapement EVO is how MB&F; tackles a "simple and sporty" design brief.

Grails: Why I Still Don't Own The A. Lange & Söhne Of My Dreams

I mean, besides the price.