Results for WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Educational Program)

Diving Rex – An Original Owner of the Rolex Comex coming up for auction at Phillips Hong Kong Watch Sale XII

Watches with a remontoire: we recommend six of the best

This is the list our Chief Editor fears. Find out why when he picks the top 6 watches which feature the remontoire d'egalite as a constant force system.

Introducing Richard Mille’s RM 74-01 and RM 74-02

Two new takes on the automatic tourbillon by Richard Mille

A Brief History of the TAG Heuer Monaco

How a revolutionary concept by Jack Heuer became a cultural icon.

The Making of an Instant Icon: Patek Philippe Reference 5236P In-Line Perpetual Calendar

Big Date watches: updates to our recommendation for six of the best

We update our picks on Big Date recommendations as the last one was way back in 2017. Here is this is our rather electic new picks.

Rectangular watches: the case for 6 of the best, now updated

Our update to 6 recommendations for a watch in a rectangular case, now populated with selections which have been introduced since the last few years.

Available in the Shop: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Grande Taille and Reverso Grande Ultra Thin

Review: Arnold&Son; Luna Magna – with one of the largest moonphase

We get our hands-on with the new Arnold & Son Luna Magna - with a huge 3 dimensional moonphase display set in an aventurine dial.

The Complete History of the Chronograph Movement Part 2: 1990s – 2000s

From high performance to haute horlogerie, we take a look at the extraordinary calibers that have redefined the chronograph since the 1990s.

5 New Perpetual Calendars Presented At Watches & Wonders 2021 From IWC, A. Lange & Söhne, Vacheron Constantin, Bulgari, And Hermès

The perpetual calendar (along with the split-seconds chronograph) ranks among Martin Green's favorite complications. Here he highlights 5 perpetual calendars that caught his eye during Watches & Wonders 2021.

Introducing the new Luminor Chrono Goldtech Blu Notte and Piccolo Due Madreperla

Breaking News: Thierry Stern Announces a Change of Heart About Patek Philippe Archive Extracts

Introducing the Louis Vuitton Novelties at Watches and Wonders 2021

Get to know the new Louis Vuitton timepieces

Introducing Blast Hourstriker and UFO by Ulysse Nardin

Introducing Tudor’s Black Bays 925 and 18K

The Rules of (Chronograph) Engagement

Demystifying chronograph movements, along with a balanced view on the horizontal vs vertical clutch debate.

New: F.Berthoud Régulateur Squelette – live pics and comprehensive review

F.Berthoud released their first ever regulator skeleton watch - Ref. FB 1Rs.6 & FB 2Rs.2 - one movement, limited to 20 pieces. Our comprehensive review.

Karel Rotation By Independent Czech Watchmaker Ludek Seryn: Symmetry In Perfect Harmony – Reprise

To maximize his chances of being invited to exhibit with the AHCI at Baselworld 2019, independent Czech watchmaker Ludek Seryn felt he had to come up with something really outstanding: a watch that would bring him attention from both his fellow independent watchmakers and watch aficionados. With his creative Karel Rotation, it looks like he did just that.

Introducing Richard Mille RM07-01 and RM037 Snow Settings

The Persistence of Memory: An Online Chronicle of the Past 50 Years of Contemporary Independent Watchmaking

The Rolex Submariner “No-Date” – Seven Decades of a Classic

The Rolex Submariner has been an institution in its own right since 1953. The classic dive watch has undergone another pitch-perfect evolution in 2020.

The Mido Multi-Centerchrono - A Case of Similarities

Revolution’s contributing watch editor dares to pose the question, “Is this obscure chronograph the thinking man’s Patek Tasti Tondi?”

The Cartier Tank Américaine – The Evolution of a Classic

Today we are celebrating the Cartier Tank Americaine with our latest selection from Watchfinder & Co.

Watchmaker Bradley Taylor Debuts with the Paragon

Young Canadian watchmaker Bradley Taylor has just made his debut with the Paragon. Having trained as a watchmaker in Switzerland, as well as gaining Patek Philippe and Hublot watchmaking certification, Mr Taylor’s eponymous brand grew out of his earlier venture, a two-man partnership similarly focused on a concise, well-executed watch. Very much a made-in-Canada wristwatch, the Paragon is a classical time-only that’s assembled and partially finished by Mr Taylor in his home workshop. Mr Taylor produces the hands himself, while most of the other components are produced by specialists in Switzerland, including Comblémine, the dial maker owned by Kari Voutilainen. But Mr Taylor has been careful to incorporate local details into the watch. Canadian graphic designer Ian Brignell was responsible for the Paragon’s Arabic numerals, and even the square-slot case back screws are Canadian in origin. The Paragon in purple and pale blue Initial thoughts There are times when it feels like the luxury-watch has become too successful for its own good – endless waitlists and steep price premiums for the hottest watches, as well as astronomical results at auction. At the same time, consumers often seem more concerned with resale value rather than the intrinsic value of craft. So it’s heartening to see the rise of niche independent watchmakers in the US$20,000-ish price range, such as Kikuchi Nakagawa, and now Bradley Taylor. Their work reminds me what watchmaking can be – the...