New Release: Felipe Pikullik Mondphase 1 Meteorite – the Last Model in the Mondphase 1 Collection

Felipe Pikullik presents the Mondphase 1 Meteorite, a limited edition of 20 pieces that will be the last model in the Mondphase 1 collection.

One buys, another sells: F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain purchased by the author from a friend

Why I’m All About That Case, That Case . . .

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Can you recall the last time that you read a review of a newly introduced watch and the first few paragraphs of the article were about the case? Yeah – thought not. So here it goes: let's talk about cases.

Heavy Metal: Great (and Not So Great) Watch Bracelets

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If cases get too little attention from watch collectors, GaryG feels that the straps and bracelets that turn a timepiece into a wristwatch seem to get even less. And of late, especially with the controversy surrounding the introduction of the “integrated” bracelet of A. Lange & Söhne’s Odysseus, he has been pondering metal watch bracelets and what makes them so special.

Primer On The Most Divisive Of All Wines: Sherry

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One of the wines Ken Gargett brought to a recent wine tasting with friends was a sherry, the Equipo Navazos La Bota de Manzanilla Pasada No 80, Bota Punta. Some among you will have no doubt that such a wine demands Grand Cru status, while others will be horrified at the thought. And so it was at the dinner. But let's just talk about sherry for a moment, shall we?

MB&F HM11 Architect: Revisiting the Future

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The horological awesomeness that comes straight from space age aesthetics is the MB&F HM11 Architect, a literal spaceship home for the wrist, packed with goodies that you might be surprised to find.

Is the $100,000 Trump Victory Tourbillon Any Good? Tim Mosso Looks Under the Hood

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Donald Trump's "Trump Victory Tourbillon" is the most unexpected $100,000 luxury watch of 2024. Launched at a time of year when new watch debuts are few, the Donald Trump tourbillon arrives in time for the US election and potential early holiday shopping. But is the Trump Victory Tourbillon any good?

What Being a Watch Collector Means to Me

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Do you consider yourself a collector? For years GaryG resisted the label, however, he slowly tipped over into having, for lack of a better term, a watch collection. Here Gary shares what collecting means to him.

For Sale: Grönefeld One Hertz Classic Titanium: Low Milage, One Careful Owner – Me!

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The One Hertz Classic launched in 2011 and it was then the world’s only serially produced watch with dead seconds. Ian Skellern explains how he got his One Hertz and why he is now selling it.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona vs. Zenith Chronomaster Sport: Head-to-Head

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Day One for the Zenith Chronomaster Sport was January 21, 2021. And it seemed like everyone had the same reaction: “That is one aggressive Rolex tribute.” Tim Mosso thinks that the Chronomaster Sport is a distinctive product with its own identity and takes a look here at how it stacks up against the ever-popular Rolex Cosmograph Daytona.

Energy Management in Mechanical Watches: The Pulse of Precision

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The ticking of a mechanical watch is more than just a sound; it is the heartbeat of time itself. Beneath the watch’s dial lies a world of intricate mechanics driven by energy.

Why I Bought It: Grand Seiko Seasons Winter “Taisetsu” SBGA415

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Raman Kalra initially preferred the Grand Seiko Skyflake case shape over the Snowflake, and found the light blue dial attractive. However, after considering Grand Seiko more seriously, he looked at a range of references. and it didn’t take him long to find the SBGA415 Winter.

Moritz Grossmann Tremblage Reviewed by Tim Mosso

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In a hobby where topside aesthetics are king, a sexy dial is the coin of the realm. With its Tremblage, Moritz Grossmann could finally channel the immortal Mel Brooks; “it’s good to be the king.”
Parting shot: A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronographs in white gold

Behind the Lens: Two 1815 Chronographs from A. Lange & Söhne

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Can you imagine buying a watch bracelet and then searching for the right watch to pair with it? Seems a bit far fetched, but that’s exactly what a good friend of GaryG's did a few years ago. And it led to him purchasing two beautiful 1815 Chronograph models from A. Lange & Söhne.

Teeling Explorers Series Japanese Edition 15-Year-Old Whiskey

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Jack Teeling explains, “With our new Explorers Series 15 Year Old Japanese Edition, we have pushed the boundaries of Irish Whiskey by incorporating elements of Japanese craft spirits.
Parting shot: Romain Gauthier Logical One in white gold

Why I Bought It: Romain Gauthier Logical One

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GaryG was sitting at his breakfast table when during his morning scan of news he saw a photo of something breathtaking. It was Logical One by Romain Gauthier – a watch he immediately knew that he would own someday. He was captivated by the white gold version with frosted gold movement: this was “the one” for him.

All Finalists in the 2024 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)

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The red carpet prize giving for the 2024 GPHG) will take place in Geneva on Wednesday the 13 November 2024. There are 16 categories with six finalists in each category making a total of 96 watches in the final round.