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HYT FLOW - unique blend of mechanical watchmaking with liquid display and LED lighting

HYT introduces the new FLOW - combining their unique blend of traditional watchmaking with a liquid display system and carrying its own light.

World’s Thinnest Mechanical Watch: The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept You Can Now Own

Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Automatic 7300 Vs. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15450: Comparing Two Watches With Integrated Bracelets And Diamond Bezels

Are you ready for fine high horology with a bit of glamour? Here are two of the more affordable and elegantly sporty models from two of watchmaking’s finest brands: Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe.

Introducing the Santos-Dumont XL, Now With a Mechanical Movement

Cartier’s Santos-Dumont XL gets an upgrade in size and performance in 2020 with a new mechani-cal version.

Rolex GMT Master 2 - What’s Changed?116710BLNR vs 126710BLNR

In 2019, the well renowned GMT Master II, reference 116710BLNR also known as ‘Batman’ was replaced by the new 126710BLNR model.  The original 116710BLNR grabbed attention as soon as it was released at Baselworld in 2013. The high level of interest in this watch can largely be attributed to its bi-colour ceramic bezel. This model has been and still is a sought-after model that you may be wondering why Rolex have released a renewed model.  Rolex have made some thoughtful changes to the older 116710 BLNR model to ensure that it is up to date technologically and aesthetically.  Bracelet The biggest and the most obvious difference is the bracelet. The oyster bracelet on Ref 116710 BLNR has broad and flat three-piece links with brushed outer links and polished centre links. It’s the most universal bracelet in the oyster collection and was actually introduced in 1930s. This oyster bracelet has a classy yet sporty appearance. The renewed 126710BLNR model has a five-piece link jubilee bracelet which also has brushed outer links and polished centre links. It is visually striking due to the way it shines. It also stands out well when compared with the previous oyster bracelet. Even though the bracelets look different, they’re both made from Oyster steel. Oyster steel is specifically developed by Rolex, it belongs to the 904L steel family which is commonly used in high-technology and in the aerospace and chemical industries. This type of steel is extremely resistant, has an...

Sunday Rewind: Chronograph Vs. Dive Watch

Comparing two classic formulas – but which is best?

Happenings: A Marvelous Exhibition Of Mechanical Masterpieces At The Met

Look what you can get done when you're not goofing around on social.

Recommended Watching: Roger W. Smith Explains History of the Mechanical Watch

Just over two weeks ago the annual George Daniels lecture took place at the City University of London, an institution supported by the late watchmaker’s charitable trust. This year’s speaker at the sold-out event was none other than Roger W. Smith, protege and successor to Daniels. Just over an hour long, including questions, the lecture is erudite, accessible and packed with nerdy trivia, like the fact that a movement running at 28,800 beats per hour will make 252,288,000 vibrations per year. Roger explained the history and rationale behind the mechanical watch, and how watchmakers are working to improve it even today. That naturally led into the lubrication-free co-axial escapement invented by Daniels (pictured above), which Roger delves into in a satisfyingly detailed manner, like comparing the sliding friction of a lever escapement against the tangential impulse of the co-axial. Fortunately, the entire proceedings were recorded and are now available online:  

5 Skeleton Timepieces Revealing Mechanical Beauty For Only Watch 2019

Only Watch by Christie’s will be held in Geneva on November 9, 2019, and a surprisingly high number of skeleton watches are among the 50 unique pieces for sale. Skeletonizing is a technical and aesthetic art that allows for fascinating insights into the movements’ inner workings. Which pieces might you be interested in bidding on?

Introducing: The 1969 Quartz Astron 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

An homage to a game-changing watch, from horology's most pivotal year.

 ‘Made In Glashütte’ Vs. ‘Made In Germany’: What Puts Them Together, What Sets Them Apart

What qualifies a watch to be "made in Glashütte" or "made in Germany"? Sabine Zwettler explains exactly that right here.

Photo Report: HODINKEE And Grand Seiko Celebrate High Craft And Mechanical Excellence In Los Angeles

A full roster of Grand Seiko's finest, and a crowd of serious enthusiasts, made for a most memorable evening.

Patek Philippe Reference 5160: An Overlooked Mechanical Delicacy - Reprise

When most people think of Patek Philippe, they think of the evergreen models that roll off the lips of enthusiasts all over the world: Nautilus, Gondolo, Calatrava, and perhaps even that delectable worldtimer that appeared in 2013’s new Patek Philippe offerings as Reference 5130. But one of the many elements that I personally adore about Patek Philippe is its love of the handcrafted arts and the perpetuation of them in highly aesthetic ways.

Hands-On: The Grand Seiko Sport Collection SBGV245, With Quartz Caliber 9F82

Clean, lean, and Grand Seiko through and through.

Ep. #133 Watches as Investments: Monetary vs. Sentimental Value

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CWC 1983 Quartz Royal Navy Dive Watch Reissue

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Review: Mechanical Elegance - The Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Automatic Ref. 7300

Patek Philippe introduces the new Twenty~4 Automatic - and with it comes drastic changes. We bring you the details and our thoughts on it.

New: Alpina introduces the Seastrong Diver GMT in quartz movement

Inspired by the oceans, Alpina introduces six new models of the Seastrong GMT joining the iconic Diver collection.

Mid-Term Analysis: Swatch vs Richemont

With the staggering difference in stock price performance between Swatch Group and Richemont, we decided to dig deeper with an analysis on what had contributed to the disparity.

Spot the Watch: Bill Gates and a $50 quartz diver watch

If you have a cool net worth of USD 90.5 billion, what would your ideal wrist watch be? Which watch did we spot on Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft and one of the world's richest man?

5 to Watch from the Ravens VS. Jaguars Game (And Their Watches)

The NFL’s international series kicked off with the Jaguars and Ravens at Wembley this weekend. Revolution looks at some of the hottest wristwatches on the field.

Ep. #40 - Servicing Watches: Direct-to-Brand Vs. Independent

It's probably best if you just never ask Mike if you can borrow his toilet plunger - just putting it out there. Also, if you're a fan of interuptions, then this is the podcast for you! Barking dogs! Jingling kitty collars - this week's show is all about it! Plus, Kaz finds a new home in a pile of cardboard boxes.

Watch Case Sizes vs Lug-to-Lug - A Lesson from HYT’s H-Zero

Does NASA certification end the debate of Column Wheel Vs. Cam Chronographs?

Debates of technical superiority between Column Wheel and Cam Actuated Chronographs have gone back and forth. Does NASA certification settle the issue?

Cramer vs. Cramer: When George Fell in Love with the URWERK 103.03

Collector and writer, George Cramer is known the world over for his love and scholarly pursuit of Cartier’s watchmaking. But did you know that the man also happens to be an URWERK fan and even owns an early 103.03?

Transparency vs. Legitimacy: Demystifying the Luxury Watch Industry Pt 1.

Legitimacy and provenance for watchmaking brands in particular are a very delicate matter, is it necessary for a brand to be completely transparent?

Servicing of a mechanical object on a grand scale: London’s Big Ben

The average cost of servicing a wristwatch is 3 to 5 figures. The estimated cost of servicing London's Big Ben? Approximately £29.2 million pounds

Mechanical Magic: MCT Sequential TWO - S200

Last year we heard rumours that MCT (Manufacture Contemperaine du Temps), one of the most creative Swiss Independent brands would announce their second model. In March, this year the brand confirmed that the Sequence TWO would be presented at Basel World. We reported briefly about the watch HERE. The Sequential ONE, with its gorgeous cushion […]

10 Historic Quartz Watches You’ve Got To Love

Accuracy Vs. Precision: Understanding Watch Performance

[Backdrop] A. Lange & Söhne Sax-O-Mat Perpetual Calendar, Adjusted To Positions, Temperature, And Isochronism When it comes to performance in watches, the single most important element to the owner is generally “accuracy,” and by that, is usually meant the ability of a watch to keep time as measured against a certain reliable external standard. Internet […]