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VIDEO: Jaeger-LeCoultre 2017 collection overview (including the watch that knocked us both out)

Jaeger-LeCoultre 2017 collection overview including Feb 25, 2017

VIDEO: Jaeger-LeCoultre 2017 collection overview (including the watch that knocked us both out)

Jaeger-LeCoultre did everything right at SIHH. Their collection surprised and delighted in equal measure with a little something for everyone, from high-end tourbillons to fresh takes on the feminine Rendez-Vous, and sexy new variants of old favourites (we’re looking at you, black and pink gold Master Compressor). But it was the trio of watches comprising … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Jaeger-LeCoultre 2017 collection overview (including the watch that knocked us both out) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger Federer’s Rolex Batman – his wife Mirka’s Day-Date is the real champion

Richard Mille RM 27-02 tourbillon worn Jan 31, 2017

WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger Federer’s Rolex Batman – his wife Mirka’s Day-Date is the real champion

While most eyes were on Roger Federer and the Rolex GMT Master-II BLNR he strapped on to hoist his 18th grand slam trophy at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday night, there were other watches nearby worth noticing. Yes, there was the Richard Mille RM 27-02 tourbillon worn by Nadal throughout all five sets – … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger Federer’s Rolex Batman – his wife Mirka’s Day-Date is the real champion appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Spot the Watch: Roger Federer wins his 18th Grand Slam title and collects the trophy with a Rolex on his wrist.

Rolex Jan 29, 2017

Spot the Watch: Roger Federer wins his 18th Grand Slam title and collects the trophy with a Rolex on his wrist.

Roger Federer wins his 18th Grand Slam title at the 2017 Australian Open and collects the trophy with a Rolex GMT Master II on his wrist.

VIDEO: “I want something created by a person, not a production line” – 3 key quotes from a watch-obsessed tattooist

Patek Philippe Calatrava Jan 10, 2017

VIDEO: “I want something created by a person, not a production line” – 3 key quotes from a watch-obsessed tattooist

Today we’re taking another look at a video that explores the connection between tattooing and watchmaking with world-famous ink-master Benjamin Laukis. The watch in focus here is his TAG Heuer Calibre 18 Telemeter. Other watches in Ben’s enviable stable include an A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk and a Tiffany dialled Patek Philippe Calatrava. The man knows his … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: “I want something created by a person, not a production line” – 3 key quotes from a watch-obsessed tattooist appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

In Conversation with IWC Legend, Kurt Klaus

IWC Legend Kurt Klaus Nothing Jan 9, 2017

In Conversation with IWC Legend, Kurt Klaus

Nothing beats first-hand experience and a first-person narrative for recounting and understanding the past. Master watchmaker Kurt Klaus recalls IWC in the decades before the quartz crisis, and working with another legend, Albert Pellaton.

WWT#51 - Horological History (Part 1), Mystery Watch Revealed! Fashion Watches +Special Unboxing

The Urban Gentry May 9, 2016

WWT#51 - Horological History (Part 1), Mystery Watch Revealed! Fashion Watches +Special Unboxing

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The most complicated wristwatch ever made – the Franck Muller Aeternitas Mega video review

Patek Philippe s Calibre 89 Aug 14, 2016

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The most complicated wristwatch ever made – the Franck Muller Aeternitas Mega video review

[su_vimeo url=”https://vimeo.com/154855593″] Franck Muller has the rather grandiloquent sobriquet of ‘The Master of Complications’ – and this watch is the reason why. Superseding Patek Philippe’s Calibre 89 for the most complicated title when it was released in 2010, the Aeternitas Mega features a staggering 36 complications, 21 hands and a movement with no fewer than 1483 parts. More impressive … ContinuedThe post GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The most complicated wristwatch ever made – the Franck Muller Aeternitas Mega video review appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Zenith Christophe Colomb

Zenith Christophe Colomb Zenith recalls Mar 25, 2016

Zenith Christophe Colomb

Zenith recalls the pioneering days of exploration with its tourbillon alternative In 1916, Zenith produced a new escapement called the Echappement Colon - Colón being the Spanish word for Columbus, and échappement the French word for escapement. This Lépine-style chronometer movement was 20½ lines in size and was awarded three first prizes by Neuchâtel’s observatory […]

Breitling, A Manufacture

Breitling Mar 11, 2016

Breitling, A Manufacture

In the past, Breitling’s calibres were assembled and refined to chronometer standards from commercially available ébauches, ranging from Lemania-based movements (the calibre B11 and B12 were based on Lemania 1873 and 187 calibres, respectively) to Valjoux 7750-series and ETA 2892 movements (the latter, equipped with Dubois Dépraz chronograph modules). Then in 2009, the company revealed […]

Fluid Ambition: Dominique Renaud talks about his early days at HYT

Audemars Piguet Sep 22, 2015

Fluid Ambition: Dominique Renaud talks about his early days at HYT

Master watchmaker, Dominique Renaud is a man who has lived and dreamt up some wild horology. From his early days at Audemars Piguet, to the establishment of Audemars Piguet Renaud and Papi in 1992, Monsieur Renaud’s name has been attributed towards helping many big names in the Swiss watch industry realize their horological ambitions. Late last […]

WARNING! Highly Erotic Images From Svend Andersen’s Eros Collection

WARNING! Highly Erotic Images From Svend Andersen’s Eros Collection

When you are under the legal age in your country to see vivid erotic images, move on. When you are at work, move on and make sure you watch this at home! Svend Andersen has for a long time been a master of automated watches, and is in particular known for his erotic automated watches. […]

60 Years Of The Parker Jotter Pen - A Family Tradition - 60s Ballpoint Meets It's 2014 Contemporary

The Urban Gentry May 10, 2015

60 Years Of The Parker Jotter Pen - A Family Tradition - 60s Ballpoint Meets It's 2014 Contemporary

SIHH 2015: Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Mécaniques Gravées

Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Mécaniques Gravées Feb 6, 2015

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 […]

Jaeger-LeCoultre Introduces Their First Ladies Minute Repeater

Jaeger-LeCoultre Introduces Their First Ladies Oct 9, 2014

Jaeger-LeCoultre Introduces Their First Ladies Minute Repeater

Having already presented an outstanding line-up of new watches earlier this year – headed up by the exceptional Master Ultra Thin Minute Repeater – you might have thought Jaeger-LeCoultre would take some time off to bask in the glory of their achievements. To the contrary – at Watches and Wonders in Hong Kong the Grande […]

In conversation with Kari Voutilainen

Voutilainen Jun 26, 2014

In conversation with Kari Voutilainen

In conversation with Kari Voutilainen interview master watchmaker tourbillon repeater

Chronoswiss Sirius Artist: Seriously Artistic

Chronoswiss May 29, 2014

Chronoswiss Sirius Artist: Seriously Artistic

Chronoswiss has always been a brand that was able to give a distinct cachet to its watches. Its elaborate styling takes you into a world where it isn’t quite difficult to imagine yourself as a master wondering through your romantic, stylish castle, or see yourself behind the wheel of an Jaguar E-type, taking on the […]

Baselworld 2014: Pita Barcelona Introduces The Roadster – A Chronograph With An Edgy Look

Baselworld 2014: Pita Barcelona Introduces The Roadster – A Chronograph With An Edgy Look

Watches are probably what doesn’t come to mind when you think about Spain, yet an very extraordinary watch brand calls it home. Pita Barcelona was founded by master-watchmaker Aniceto Jiménez Pita, who became a candidate member of AHCI in 2004 and was accepted as a full member in 2006. Pita’s style isn’t about overly complicated […]

Surprise Mystery Diver Watch Unboxing!! (And No It's NOT Another Squale!)

The Urban Gentry May 10, 2015

Surprise Mystery Diver Watch Unboxing!! (And No It's NOT Another Squale!)

Jaeger-LeCoultre CEO Daniel Riedo Explains their 2014 Novelties at SIHH (Video)

Jaeger-LeCoultre CEO Daniel Riedo Explains Mar 14, 2014

Jaeger-LeCoultre CEO Daniel Riedo Explains their 2014 Novelties at SIHH (Video)

Featured in this video, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Minute Repeater Flying Tourbillon, the Grande Reverso Ultra Thin Tribute to 1931. Interviewed by Wei Koh

REVOLUTION EXCLUSIVE - Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Hybris Mechanica 11 (Analysis + Images + Specs + Price)

Jaeger-LeCoultre s Hybris Mechanica 11 Jan 9, 2014

REVOLUTION EXCLUSIVE - Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Hybris Mechanica 11 (Analysis + Images + Specs + Price)

Despite just having celebrated their 180th anniversary and debuted the stunning 10th timepiece in the Hybris Mechanica collection - the Master Grande Tradition Gyrotourbillon 3 Jubilee - in 2013, Jaeger-LeCoultre are certainly not resting on their laurels, taking a well-deserved break. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Minute Repeater Flying Tourbillon, the 11th piece in the […]

Vianney Halter’s Deep Space Tourbillon

Vianney Halter’s Deep Space Tourbillon

Vianney Halter is one master watchmaker whom I have the greatest respect. His mind works like no other…and his products reflect that incredible creativity. His latest project takes the form of the Deep Space Triple Tourbillon…a product of 5 years of work, which came to him in a dream. I do have a number ofRead More

Rudis Sylva Harmonious Oscillator RS-10

Rudis Sylva Harmonious Oscillator RS-10

I was introduced to this small independent brand…Rudis Sylva some years ago by none other than the Grand Master of Watchmaking Philippe Dufour…during BaselWorld, he caught hold of me, and introduced me to Jacky Epitaux – the prime motivator behind the brand. Please note the two watches photographed here are display units used for allRead More

Jaeger-LeCoultre SIHH 2013 novelties

Jaeger-LeCoultre SIHH 2013 novelties Jan 20, 2013

Jaeger-LeCoultre SIHH 2013 novelties

The enduring quest for horological excellence and drive for continued innovation have led to Jaeger-LeCoultre amassing some 400 patents and 1,242 calibres today. Here, on the eve of SIHH 2013, we present the “Hommage a Antoine LeCoultre” collection. Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Cylindrique The timepiece is armed with a cantilevered tourbillon and when combined with […]

Special Mystery Watch Unboxing - A Truly Unexpected Bit Of Pure Class!

The Urban Gentry May 10, 2015

Special Mystery Watch Unboxing - A Truly Unexpected Bit Of Pure Class!

The amazing Harry Winston Opus 7

The amazing Harry Winston Opus 7

Today I feature Opus 7, a collaboration with Andreas Strahler. The Opus Project by Harry Winston is a remarkable initiative. Started some 12 years ago, now we are at edition Opus 12…the project uses the considerable resources of the Harry Winston company in cooperation with master watchmakers to create interesting and very innovative designs, marketedRead More

Watchmaker portraits: Stephen Forsey and Robert Greubel

Watchmaker portraits: Stephen Forsey and Robert Greubel

A series of portraits I took, with the intention to create a set for an exhibition. Master watchmakers are the soul of the industry, I wanted to capture some of that powerful character which makes them enigmatic to the watch collecting public. These are great genii who know how to work with their hands. Today,Read More

SIHH 2012: Jaeger LeCoultre’s offerings

JLC Feb 7, 2012

SIHH 2012: Jaeger LeCoultre’s offerings

2012 might be the year of the re-issue. For JLC, the strategy is not different. They reissued and revised the Master Control series with aplomb. And reissued some Reversos…but do note that JLC might perhaps be seen as leading this trend, having started the 1931 Reverso re-edition in SIHH 2011. However, in addition toRead More

Philippe Dufour Simplicity

Philippe Dufour Simplicity

This is the iconic watch of the century…created by grand master watchmaker Philippe Dufour…after many years of only making super complicated watches…his portfolio before the Simplicity was the world premiere of a Grand et Petite Sonnerie on a wristwatch, and the world premiere of a wristwatch featuring dual, escapements to a single train known asRead More

First Look – Chapter Two in the Revival of L. Leroy with the New Elyor Flying Tourbillon

First Look – Chapter Two in the Revival of L. Leroy with the New Elyor Flying Tourbillon

Parisian watchmaking maison L. Leroy was founded by Basile-Charles Le Roy in 1785 and became the official watchmaker to King Louis XVI and later to Napoleon I and Queen Victoria. Expanding operations to Switzerland, L. Leroy produced marine chronometers for the French Navy and amassed 384 gold medals in chronometry competitions. Iconic masterpieces like the […]

F.P. Journe's Chronometre Optimum Explained

Hodinkee May 10, 2013

F.P. Journe's Chronometre Optimum Explained