Vacheron Constantin just released the new Historiques 222 in stainless steel this past Monday, January 13th, 2025 and I was able to peruse the new watch with the team from Vacheron this Wednesday in New York City. Now that I have seen the watch in the metal, I can give you my honest review as usual. This reissue like its 18K yellow gold counterpart was one of the most awaited watches from the brand.
Introducing: Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon 41.5 Red Gold 'Year of the Snake'
According to the traditional Chinese calendar, 2025 marks the Year of the Wooden Snake, a year guided by qualities such as wisdom, intelligence, and caution. To celebrate this, Arnold & Son introduces the Perpetual Moon 41.5 mm ‘Year of the Snake’ in a limited series of eight pieces crafted in 18K 5N red gold.
Introducing: MB&F LM Perpetual Longhorn and LM Sequential Flyback Longhorn
This year 2025, MB&F will mark a major milestone with their 20th anniversary. To celebrate these amazing 20 years, they are unveiling two limited editions, each with just 20 pieces. One is the LM Perpetual Longhorn and the other is the LM Sequential Flyback Longhorn.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Historiques 222 Steel. Let the 270th Anniversary Celebrations Begin.
Vacheron Constantin, the oldest watch manufacture with uninterrupted history is commemorating its 270th anniversary in 2025, beginning with the unveiling of this new Historiques 222 in stainless steel three years after the release of the Historiques 222 in yellow gold.
From the Editor: Oris ProPilot X Miss Piggy Edition. The Perfect Example of the Lack of Creativity in the Swiss Watch Industry.
I still remember like it was yesterday when I purchased my first Oris watch back in 1999 during a trip to Miami. It was the Oris BC3 Day Date Big Crown ref. 635 7500 on a rubber strap with a black dial. What a great-looking watch for the price, unlike the garbage that the brand produces now. If I am not mistaken, I think I paid about USD 600 at the time after discounts, taxes, and all.
Introducing: Raymond Weil Millesime Infinite Burgundy Limited Edition
The new Millesime Infinite Burgundy in an 88-piece limited edition pays homage to the legacy of fine watchmaking while embracing the purity of design and the boldness of color while celebrating the Chinese Year of the Snake with its vibrant hue of red.
From the Editor: Mark Zuckerberg Wears Greubel Forsey Hand Made 1 to Announce End of META Fact Checks
This morning Mark Zuckerberg posted an announcement on Instagram about the end of META Fact Checks and changes to content censorship through META properties. The watch that he was wearing was a Greubel Forsey Hand Made 1 worth close to one million dollars. The Greubel Forsey Hand Made 1 is one of the few watches made by hand in almost its entirety.
News: Rolex is Out and TAG Heuer is Back as the Official Timekeeper for Formula 1
As Formula 1 celebrates its 75th Anniversary, TAG Heuer will return to the sport as its Official Timekeeper with Rolex no longer being the timekeeper after several years. With a rich history in Formula 1 spanning over seven decades, 2025 marks the revival of a special partnership that embodies luxury, precision, innovation, performance, and speed.
Insider: Zenith DEFY Skyline Americas Edition. Our Hands-on Review.
Let’s now go on with our hands-on review of the new Zenith DEFY Skyline Americas Edition ref. 49.9308.3620/56.I001 that comes with a black ceramic octagonal case with a faceted bezel, and a deep green sunburst-patterned dial with a rose gold-toned engraved pattern revisiting the emblematic Zenith four-pointed star.
From the Editor: 12 Gold Watches to Ring the New Year 2025 Like a Boss
As the year 2024 comes to an end, here are 12 gold watches —whether white, rose or yellow gold— that will help you ring the New Year 2025 like a boss. From the in-your-face Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 1017 ALYX 9SM to the understated Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Chronograph Rattrapante and some vintage-inspired re-editions like the Piaget Polo 79 or the Vacheron Constantin Historiques 222, these 12 watches will help you make a statement as you listen to the 12 ringing of bells and start the countdown on New Year’s Eve tonight.
From the Editor: My Top 10 Watches of 2024
As the year comes to an end, I decided to choose 10 watches that were released this year 2024, and that I liked a lot. It's no easy feat to narrow down one's watch selection to a mere 10 favorites in the ever-evolving landscape of 2024 with hundreds of new releases. The watch industry has continued to innovate, offering an abundance of captivating timepieces that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The watches selected below represent a carefully curated mix of classic designs, cutting-edge technology, and personal taste, each piece holding a unique place in my book.
Experience: Thomas Kosmala No. 4 Aprés l'Amour Parfum. Perfect for Verbier's Aprés Ski.
We recently discovered Thomas Kosmala and his captivating perfumes are without a doubt a true sensory journey. Thomas Kosmala is a renowned name in the world of perfumery, celebrated for his exceptional olfactory creations that captivate the senses and evoke emotions. Created and refined in his independent laboratory in the South of France, his perfume collection delivers contemporary scent profiles that are as unique as they are unisex.
News: Blancpain Welcomes Swiss Michelin-Starred Chefs Dominik Sato and Fabio Toffolon
Blancpain is proud to extend its circle of Michelin-starred partners with Swiss chefs Dominik Sato and Fabio Toffolon, who join the Brand’s esteemed list of friends. Awarded their second Michelin star in 2023, the twin chefs exemplify the values shared by both the worlds of gastronomy and Blancpain: excellence, craftsmanship, precision, and passion.
News: Vacheron Constantin Opens Second Boutique in Mexico and Latin America in the City of Monterrey
In December 2024, Vacheron Constantin opened its second boutique in Mexico and Latin America in the city of Monterrey. The new Vacheron Constantin Boutique Monterrey is located in the upscale and exclusive area of San Pedro Garza García in Monterrey, Mexico, and is operated by EMWA one of the most important authorized dealers in Mexico particularly in the northern region of the country where Monterrey is located.
Introducing: Richard Mille RM 07-02 Automatic Sapphire Collection
Richard Mille first revolutionized watch design in 2015 by crafting timepieces with cases made entirely of colored sapphire. The RM 07-02 Automatic Sapphire collection expands with four new models, one of which introduces the captivating lilac sapphire —a completely new shade— along with new variations of the gem-set dial.
Introducing: Louis Moinet Starman. A Tourbillon with Meteorites on its Dial and the Solar System on its Back.
Louis Moinet presents a unique timepiece that shelters a rare fragment of the cosmos, bearing the earliest traces of life. Its dial, a genuine feat of artistic and technical prowess, features fragments of rare meteorites and reveals a stellar panorama that lights up at night. On the back, it shows the solar system, with planets meticulously painted by hand.
News: Jaeger-LeCoultre Appoints Jérôme Lambert as CEO. He Returns to the Maison After 11 Years.
Jaeger-LeCoultre is pleased to announce the appointment of Jérôme Lambert, currently Richemont Group Chief Operating Officer, to Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Jérôme Lambert has had a distinguished career within Richemont, having notably served as CEO of Jaeger-LeCoultre in the past for more than 11 years.
Insider: IWC Big Pilot's Watch Perpetual Calendar TOP GUN 'Woodland'
The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar is available in several special editions and some of the most popular ones are the TOP GUN editions in honor of the TOP GUN Academy that has been training naval aviators and flight officers in air combat tactics and techniques since 1969. Remarkably beautiful TOP GUN editions include the TOP GUN ‘Rodeo Drive’, the TOP GUN ‘Mojave Desert’, and the TOP GUN ‘Lake Tahoe’.
Introducing: Cyrus Genève Klepcys Vertical Skeleton Tourbillon Malachite
First launched in 2018 with a solid dial, followed in 2019 by a skeletonized version, and later also with a stunning sapphire crystal case to celebrate the brand's 10th anniversary. Now in 2024, Cyrus Genève expands the Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon collection with the introduction of the new Klepcys Vertical Skeleton Tourbillon Malachite in a limited edition of only 2 pieces.
Introducing: Omega Speedmaster Pilot. Flight Qualified with Two Counters.
Omega watches have long been synonymous with precision and reliability in the skies, building a storied legacy between Earth and space. To continue this tradition, Omega introduces the new Speedmaster Pilot, a 40.85 mm timepiece that draws inspiration from the original Speedmaster, first launched in 1957.
