Tag: "Watch"
Weird Watch Wednesday – The Black Belt Watch
A new watch has been introduced into the market specifically to honor the achievements of black belt martial artists, aptly named the Black Belt Watch. Apparently this new piece has been designed to recognize the achievements of martial artists who have reached the peak of their chosen art. Forgive my ignorance, but I thought that [...]
Sneak Peek: New Panerai Radiomir P.999 42mm Pink Gold (PAM00336)
Panerai, in a pre-SIHH announcement, have produced that rarest of watch moments, a new calibre. Whilst retaining the standard military look of a Panerai the new hand wound movement is only 3.4mm high and this, combined with a slightly smaller case at 42mm, makes this a lighter watch than many previous Panerai models.
Vacheron Constantin Malte Moon Phase and Power Reserve
Makers of arguably some of the most beautiful watches in the world, I am rarely (if ever) disappointed by Swiss masters Vacheron Constantin. The latest piece to catch my eye is the Malte Moon Phase and Power-Reserve. A very distinctive looking piece that combines the Marque’s traditional style and technical complexity with an exceptional level [...]
Interview With Rodolphe Cattin, Formerly Of The Franck Muller Group
Depending on how much of an enthusiast you are you may be familiar with Rodolphe Cattin, the world renowned watch designer and creator. He has enjoyed a highly successful career working within large corporates such as the Swatch Group, before going on to found his own companies, Rodolphe Montres & Bijoux watch company and Rodolphe & Co design studio, which he later sold to the Franck Muller group.
Weird Watch Wednesday: AK Geneve’s HMS Automatic Warp
This week’s watch comes from one of my favorite out of the box watch designers, Arny Kapshitzer, and his brand AK Geneve. First announced in 2008 you only have to take one look at the HMS Automatic Warp watch to realize what makes it unique. Yet it is so much more complex than that. That [...]
An Evening With Peter Speake-Marin
The Swiss town of Rolle, whilst quite pretty, is certainly not on any tourist trail. In fact, if I recall correctly the last time I came through here it was simply an attempt to avoid the blocked motorway. So when I found myself driving through this sleepy, picturesque town on a lovely autumn evening it all seemed a bit surreal. Then again, I was on my way to meet master watchmaker Peter Speake-Marin, so really
Bremont And Norton Motorbikes: A Winning Combination
Following on from their successful partnership with Martin-Baker, British watch maker Bremont recently teamed up with another iconic British brand, Norton Motorcycles, to produce a stunning limited edition chronograph. Created to celebrate the return of Norton to British soil after a long absence the piece exemplifies Bremont’s classic style and passion for engineering.
Go Minimalist With Newcomer Defakto
Looking for something a little different? Perhaps something with a clear, uncluttered dial, clean lines and a smooth black finish? Well maybe its time you considered familiarising yourself with the all-black Eins Schwarz model from German new comer Defakto. And really, at only 425 Euro, why wouldn’t you?
New Bremont MBII – Launching In November 2009 (Literally)
In July of this year the UK’s aviation inspired Bremont Watch Company announced a rather unique and exciting partnership with Martin-Baker, the inventor of the ejection seat and supplier to over 80% of the Western worlds’ air forces. The partnership was quite fitting given Bremont’s aviation heritage and the end result, the Martin Baker I, [...]
BR 01 Commando Series – Where Will It End?
In yet another variation of their infamous flagship model Bell & Ross have introduced the new Instrument BR01 Commando which is supposedly dedicated to the elite forces who operate in the shadows (perhaps in the shadows of the minds of B&R’s marketing people?). In my opinion this new offering is completely uninspired, but read on [...]
Press Release: Rodolphe Cattin leaves the Franck Muller group!
Founder of the Rodolphe Montres & Bijoux watch company and of the Rodolphe & Co design studio – two entities owned by the Franck Muller group – Rodolphe Cattin has decided to quit all his operational activities within the group as of the end of October. He will remain a minority shareholder in both companies.
New Collaboration: Chaumet Marc Alfieri Tourbillon
The name Chaumet is synonymous both with luxury and innovation. The brand is renowned for its collaboration with master watchmakers to create truly stunning and unique timepieces. In their most recent foray the luxury brand has partnered with one of the world’s most celebrated contemporary designer watchmakers Marc Alfieri to introduce their latest complication, the [...]
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