Review: LEDERER Triple Certified Observatory Chronometer
LEDERER Triple Certified Observatory Chronometer has been awarded the prestigious GPHG Chronometry Prize 2024 – which makes it one of the most important watches of last year. I challenge you to find a more suitable watch to perfectly measure the passage of time. Besides its accuracy, certified by three different laboratories, this watch looks amazing – perhaps a bit too large to be considered a dress watch, but with its remarkable design and achievements who is counting millimetres? Let’s take a closer look at one of the most important watches of this year (please note that this is the prototype).
Beauty and Traditionalism in Green – the L.U.C XPS Forest Green Watch
The L.U.C XPS Forest Green, an outstanding timepiece from the prestigious house of Chopard, exemplifies the seamless fusion of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics. This exquisite watch captures attention not only with its visual appeal, but also through its remarkable technical features.
A Dive into Excellence with MING 37.09 Bluefin
Founded in 2017 by Ming Thein, a designer and entrepreneur with a passion for horology, MING has quickly carved out a niche in the world of independent watchmaking. Defined by its innovative approach to materials, mechanics, and aesthetics, the brand has built a reputation for blending refined design principles with cutting-edge technologies. MING’s accolades, such as the 2019 Horological Revelation Prize and the 2024 Sports Watch Prize at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), testify to its status as a trailblazer in the industry. The MING 37.09 Bluefin, the brand’s latest offering, perfectly embodies MING’s ethos. It reimagines the dive watch genre, building on the success of previous models such as the 18.01 H41. With bold innovations and a firm commitment to craftsmanship, the Bluefin is both a technical marvel and a visual delight.
In the Realm of Time: A Dance of Stars and Elegance – The Czapek Antarctique Polar Sky & Flying Diamonds – A Poetic Presentation
In the captivating tapestry of independent horology, Czapek & Cie emerges as a harmonious blend of artistry and precision, enchantingly portrayed in their Antarctique Polar Sky & Flying Diamonds collection.
Andrei Kluska for Lifetime Magazine: “The most important watches of 2024 so far: Bovet 1822, Singer, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Piaget and Parmigiani Fleurier”
In today's digital age, where technology dominates every aspect of life, mechanical watches hold a unique and enduring appeal. These timepieces are not merely instruments for telling time; they are symbols of craftsmanship, tradition, and human ingenuity.
Never dull: Bovet OttantaSei Tourbillon
Could we ever deny the inescapable connection between watchmaking and the automotive industry? Since the dawn of timekeeping, people have measured speed using various means, including for races involving athletes, horses, camels, dogs and, later on, cars.
Perpetual Calendar: the Concept, the Affordable, the Independent, the Sporty and the Prominent
A perpetual calendar wristwatch is a type of watch that tracks and displays the date, day of the week, month, and leap years.
Jewelry watches to consider (not only for Valentine’s Day): Piaget and Van Cleef & Arpels
With Valentine’s Day marked in bold in the calendar, it's inevitable to start thinking about the best possible gifts. Whether for a loved one or for yourself, a watch holds a timeless significance. In this day and age, when time is ubiquitous, displayed by a multitude of devices, a watch embodies pure pleasure. Furthermore, certain timepieces transcend mere function, evolving into exquisite works of art and jewelry. This sentiment perfectly encapsulates the watches I've selected for this article – two examples of artisanal craftsmanship and two more accessible yet equally stunning beauties for the wrist.
The painstaking task of selecting the favorites of 2023.
As a watch enthusiast and journalist, I am often asked: “Which one is your favorite?“. With my face blushing at the sight of the pieces that I love the most, my heart pounding at the sight of horological complications, and my mouth drooling over exceptional finishes, it is hard to pinpoint my favorite every year. As a (sometimes) pragmatist, I understand why certain watches are loved, desired or bought more than others. It is like asking the mom or dad of a family with several children which is their favorite child – in theory, all of them are, but they might still recognize that they have a favorite.
The BOVET 1822 Virtuoso XI
Year after year, BOVET 1822 continues to amaze with technical pieces of exceptional craftsmanship. And because the independent brand never disappoints but rather surprises, this year’s main piece, the Virtuoso XI, is yet another example of a contemporary tribute to pocket watches executed at the highest level of craftsmanship – now an expected characteristic of the 200-year-old brand.