Ian Ellery
Ian Ellery is a guest contributor on The Watch Lounge. When he’s not writing about watches he presents his technology radio show in Geneva, collects vintage watches and attends auctions.
SIHH 2012: Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre Collection (VIDEO)
Jaeger-LeCoultre have been garnering a considerable amount of interest in their Duometre à Spherotourbillon recently and watching the official video about how it all works it’s not hard to see why. The question is though, what’s it really like?
SIHH 2012: Lange & Sohne
I have always been a big fan of Lange & Sohne, interviewing a previous CEO was one of my first professional watch jobs, so they will always have a special place in my heart. In 2012 our favorite German watch brand is making the most of its Saxony roots with artisan skills going back to the 12th Century.
SIHH 2012: Richard Mille
They may only produce 2,700 watches per year but Richard Mille always manage to put on a show. This year the presentation was in 3D which is a first for me and the added dimension certainly made for an unusual experience.
Introducing The New Speake-Marin Spirit – Get One, Now!
It can be difficult to make a big noise when you are an Independent watchmaker but through sheer determination, dedication, and masterful skill, even in these difficult economic times Peter Speake-Marin continues to produce and successfully sell some magnificent watches.
On The Wrist Review – Marvin Sebastien Loeb Special Edition Chronograph
A few weeks ago I wrote an ‘on the wrist review’ of the Clerc Hydroscaph and so it seemed like a good idea to follow it up with a watch I have been looking forward to trying for some considerable time, Marvin Watches’ Sebastien Loeb Special Edition Chronograph.
On The Wrist Review: Clerc Hydroscaph
Last year a fascinating and at times feisty exchange took place on this site regarding the role and professionalism of bloggers. This subject has reappeared on other forums since then, suggesting that we don’t do our research before we write. So, to counter that we’ve decided today to take an educated look at the Clerc Hydroscaph.
Baselworld 2011 In Review: Gronefeld One Hertz
Across from the Academie Createur Hologerie Independent booth is a small pseudo-shop with the title “Independent Watchmakers”, inside, amongst a few other well-known small brands are the brother’s Tim and Bart Gronefeld.
Basel World 2011 In Review: Marvin Watches
Marvin is an interesting company, yes it makes quartz watches but it also makes automatic movements and a regulator, they are also affordable. There will be some new models later in the year but for Baselworld 2011, they are concentrating on their collector box sets.
Basel World 2011 – Hands-On With Urwerk
I have a small confession to make. I have never actually had the pleasure of meeting Felix Baumgartner; which is surprising really given that last year I spent three days on the Speake-Marin stand only 10 metres from Urwerk. He wasn’t ever available such are the demands on his time. This is no great trial though as Yacine, the Urwerk marketing lady, is as kind and generous with her time as you could wish for. My aim today is to try out the new Urwerk 110, the “Torpedo” and the last of the 202 range, dubbed the “Full Metal Jacket” with its metal bracelet, a first for Urwerk.
Basel World 2011 – Day One Gets Underway
The first day at Basel World is Press Day and an opportunity to catch up with friends last seen at SIHH, examine and try on some fantastic watches, and imbibe the odd drink.
SIHH 2011: Montblanc
Of the top 10 sellers at Montblanc, nine of them are chronographs a truly staggering statistic. This would certainly account for why it is important for them to commemorate the invention of the chronograph 190 years ago. As part of this celebration they will be contributing to an exhibition in La Locle later in the year.
SIHH 2011: IWC
IWC tends to refresh one part of its range each year, this year the focus is on the Portofino. As part of their homage to the Italian town they have designed their stand in the Italianate manner and it looks great. Plus there’s gelato! The presentations are perhaps a little self indulgent and syrupy but also very entertaining and engaging, they have a smooth elegance which is of course is the trait they want you to ascribe to their watches.
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