What’s next with Only Watch?
I was looking forward to this auction and I was keen to see the surprise that was being prepared by Patek Philippe. Unfortunately, it never came. To make matters worse, the general atmosphere around the organisers of Only Watch has been growing tenser with every passing day, so now they really need to do something to regain their credibility.
Sports watches – two interpretations: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph and LAURENT FERRIER Sport Auto 40
It is rather difficult for a watch lover to select their favorite watches. A clash of opinions and facts is inevitable when several watch enthusiasts get together. When passion takes over, the discussions can become heated. In the watch world, this usually means a lot of fun, laughter, and positive vibes. The Lifetime Awards Gala 2023 watch selection process was no different. I was honored to be part of the jury with a select group of nice people. For me, the struggle was not about fighting for my favorite piece but about the selection process. A fight is easy, but the reasons behind it are complicated… And we all know this from the world around us.
Panerai Radiomir Otto Giorni – a modern interpretation of a vintage classic
In 1915, the Radiomir, derived from “radio mire”, which is Italian for “radium sights”, was born in the hands of Guido Panerai. He invented gun sights that were illuminated by a radium-226/zinc sulphide powder enclosed in small, hermetically sealed containers. Radiomir was officially patented in 1916. Twenty years later, a 47mm prototype bearing the name Radiomir was designed to meet the need for excellent readability in muddy waters. The later sandwich dial is an improvement of the original models, driven by the military requirements for better legibility and luminosity.
This year Panerai continues an almost century-old story. The classic collection has received a lovely modern interpretation, with a brand-new finish where each timepiece has a unique character. Let’s dive into the details of the Panerai Radiomir Otto Giorni PAM01347 & PAM01348.
Only Watch 2023 – Watches of Dreams
A few weeks ago, the organisers of Only Watch published a list of watches that will be sold at auction in November. I know everyone on the internet has had something to say about this, but I've decided to add my take on it anyway.
Everything you always wanted to know about Place Vendôme
The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame. The Champs-Elysées? Versailles? Ask anyone coming to Paris what they would like to see, and most will name these world-famous sites. But if that person is a watch collector, or a person looking for a very special piece of jewelry, chances are that Place Vendôme will also be on - and maybe even at the top of - that list.
The wristwatch as a canvas: three artistic creations as a background for classic time-telling.
Ever since the early days of time measurement, humankind has felt the need to embellish time measuring devices.
A Thriller Series
Someone once wrote that the watch industry is just like Hollywood; in cinemas and with watches, remakes are always popular. I was recently reminded of this film comparison when reading about the ongoing “Speedygate” scandal.
LM Sequential Evo – The super chronograph
MB&F is the brand that I’ve probably written about the most in recent years, but I have been following it since its early days. 2022 brings a new innovation from Maximilian Büsser & Stephen McDonnell: a legacy machine dedicated to lovers of complicated mechanisms and high-speed sports.
A great change in coming
Some news stories are like earthquakes. Look what happened in the media when François-Henry Bennahmias announced he was leaving Audemars Piguet. There were months of gossip and speculation about who would replace him, but nobody guessed correctly.
A. Lange & Söhne offered a unique timepiece to the winner of the Concorso d’Eleganza
A unique piece was created by A. Lange & Söhne especially for the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d’Este. As part of an awards ceremony, Lange CEO Wilhelm Schmid presented the overall winner with an 1815 CHRONOGRAPH in white gold with a hand-engraved hinged cuvette.