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.
Flying High
From the very beginning it has been associated with aviation, but over time, similarly to many pilot watches, it has ‘landed’ on the wrists of passengers. The Breitling Chronomat is a watch with character.
M.A.D.Editions unveiled the M.A.D.1S
The new M.A.D.1S plays host to an automatic La Joux-Perret G101 movement, beating at a frequency of 28,800 bph/4 Hz with a power reserve of 68 hours.
Who’s afraid of quartz?
Cheap, inelegant, worthless, rubbish – the list could go on, Quartz watches have had a bad reputation for many years. I guess it's time for us to abandon these stereotypes and stop forcing them on each other.
Franck Muller: The Vanguard™ Slim Skeleton
The Vanguard™ Slim Skeleton asserts its personality and remarkably balanced proportions through its graceful slimmer case (9,1 millimetres).
IWC Schaffhausen unveils the Big Pilot’s Watch 43 Tourbillon Markus Bühler
The timepiece is the long-awaited successor to the Big Pilot’s Watch Edition Markus Bühler from 2008. This time, the characteristic aircraft turbine is integrated into a flying minute tourbillon at 6 o’clock, which proved a challenge for design and manufacturing.
Shades of green
I’ve long been a fan of colored dials, from the vibrant semi-precious stones of the sixties to the many hues employed today in the watchmaking industry. While most of the time I am quite monochrome, I am also very much in favor of occasional splashes of color, which I find are perfect for the current gloomy mindset.
How Legends are Born: MB&F HM8 Mark 2
How are legends born? When does one know the “legend” status was achieved? Some timepieces achieve that status after years and years of presence or absence – depending on the case, while others are instant legends. This is the case with the new MB&F HM8 Mark 2 – a fine and worthy successor of the HM8, HMX and HM5. If you are even remotely interested in the automotive world, you will definitely fall for this model first time round. And since this Mark 2 model is not just a small variant but a complete redesign, let us have a look at what makes it so special.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph – the legend is here to stay
A sixty-year anniversary is an important milestone, regardless of the subject. But when it comes to a legendary watch, the shroud of history and mystery intertwines with dreams and aspirations. The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph is a milestone in the history of sports watches and the model just released at Watches & Wonders is a worthy successor.