This Watch Changed My Life: The Jean Daniel Nicolas Two-Minute Tourbillon by Daniel Roth
The Two-Minute Tourbillon by Jean Daniel Nicolas/Daniel Roth is a watch that changed Ian Skellern’s life. Here he explains how and why.
The Omega Spirate System: A New Idea in Balance Spring Technology
The Omega Spirate is a new type of balance spring. It isn’t just a flashy concept piece, it is a practical advancement capable of improving horology.
Catching My First Wild Trout Fly Fishing in Scotland
On the third cast, the nymph hits the water with a distinct plop and there is a sharp tug on the line. I instinctively set the hook, a glint of gold and brown breaks the surface. I have just caught my first wild trout.
5 Watches That Have Stood The Test of Time Starring Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, and Cartier
Why is it that watch brands celebrate watch anniversaries so
enthusiastically? The answer isn’t as complicated as you might think . . . here we illustrate the answer with some major brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Chanel, and Omega.
Patek Philippe Triple Scale Chronograph Ref. 5975P Reviewed by Tim Mosso
Patek Philippe’s 175th-anniversary collection contained a bumper crop of memorable models and the Ref. 5975 triple scale chronograph was the quirkiest.
Chronometer Certification in Watches Explained: How-To with Tim Mosso (video)
Omega, Tudor, Chopard, and many more watches all boast “COSC Chronometer” status on their watches, but what exactly does this certification entail? In this episode of How-To, Tim breaks down what exactly a watch needs to achieve to get COSC status and what defines a chronometer.
Here’s Why The Crown is the Unsung Hero of Watchmaking and Why Rolex Wears the Crown
The crown is one of the most important yet underappreciated parts of a watch. The humble crown has played an extensive role in helping Rolex – and the rest of the watch industry – get to where it is today. Here’s why.
All of the Winners of the 2024 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
The 2024 GPHG was a big night for jewelry brands as well as independent watchmakers with Rémy Cools, Kudoke, Ming, Sylvain Pinaud, Bernhard Lederer, and Kari Voutilainen all taking home prizes.
Ian’s Predicted Winners of the 2024 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
7 pm (CET) on Wednesday night in Geneva is the red carpet prize giving ceremony of the 2024 GPHG. Ian Skellern shares his predictions on the watches that he thinks are likely to take these coveted prizes.
Behind The Lens: Rolex GMT-Master II Meteorite: Global Travel Meets Outer Space
GaryG had the opportunity to borrow a Rolex GMT-Master II BLRO Meteorite from a long-time friend to photograph and wear. This watch’s main event is the dial, a thin slice of metallic meteorite whose crystalline structure reflects the slow cooling process that took place as the meteor hurtled through space. Here he tries a variety of photographic techniques to learn which works best on the dial’s unique structures. Which are your favorites?