Today Breitling is unveiling a 42 mm Classic AVI that puts a universal spin on the rugged aviator’s chronograph inspired by the original 1953 Ref. 765 AVI Co-Pilot and four legendary planes. Meanwhile, the 46 mm Super AVI assortment gets a bold new addition with the introduction of the black ceramic Mosquito Night Fighter. Breitling also surprised collectors with an extremely limited re-edition of a 1964 execution of the AVI Co-Pilot, reviving a classic sporting watch.
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Introducing: De Bethune DB28xs Starry Seas
Placing innovation at the heart of the process. Thinking ingeniously while improving precision, reliability, readability, and comfort, De Bethune presents the new DB28xs Starry Seas starting a new chapter for De Bethune with a smaller case size. Featuring a significantly smaller diameter than previous models at 39 mm versus 44 mm, while retaining De Bethune's unique and characteristic design, the DB28xs Starry Seas is a miniature miracle.
News: A. Lange & Söhne Presents 1815 Chronograph to the 'Best of Show' at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d’Este
The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d'Este is one of the annual highlights of the global classic car community. Since 2012, A. Lange & Söhne has been a partner of this historic beauty contest for rare automobiles, which took place last weekend against the backdrop of Lake Como. This year, the German manufactory once again honored the winner of the “Best of Show” with a unique 1815 Chronograph in white gold.
Introducing: MB&F LMX Paris Edition. A 15-Piece Limited Edition Exclusively Available at the Paris MB&F LAB. (Live Pics)
To celebrate the iconic LMX, MB&F brings a beautiful new edition featuring a stunning purple dial plate encased in a complementary white gold case. The new MB&F LMX Paris Edition will be exclusively available at the Parisian MB&F LAB on Rue Saint-Honoré and limited to only 15 pieces. Originally launched in 2021 to celebrate 10 years of horological machines, the first versions of the LMX were released as follows: 18 pieces in 18K red gold with black NAC treatment on plates and bridges; 33 pieces in grade 5 titanium with green CVD treatment on plates and bridges; and 33 “Steel & Brass” pieces in 316L stainless steel with a frosted face.
Introducing: HYT Hastroid Rainbow. A 15-Piece Limited Edition.
As unique as a rainbow, the new HYT Hastroid Rainbow is an exclusive creation. To perfect the rainbow coloring on its dial, HYT called upon one of the most exacting of modern artisanal techniques, known as Techno Art. A new challenge combining exceptional skills and vision for the future of Haute Horlogerie. HYT watches have made the focal point of this piece the outer edge of the dial and the heart of the exclusive fluid module with its retrograde hours display.
Introducing: Hublot Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin. The Brand Finally Hits Rock Bottom.
We finally think that Hublot has reached the point of no return. For a while, we were ok with their limited edition business model but after seeing this disjointed collaboration with Nespresso, we finally think that they’ve hit rock bottom. Referred to by Hublot as a collaboration between two Swiss brands combining innovation and sustainability, the Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is the result of the partnership between Hublot and Nespresso.
News: Vacheron Constantin Expands Partnership with the Louvre with 'A Masterpiece on Your Wrist' Program
Since its founding in 1755, Vacheron Constantin has devoted great importance to arts and culture. The partnership with the Louvre Museum that began in 2019 betokens a celebration of beauty driven by the Manufacture’s constant concern for safeguarding and passing on heritage. Initiating a new offering entitled "A masterpiece on the wrist", Vacheron Constantin offered an experience that includes a private tour of the Louvre, in the company of its experts, as well as a visit to the Vacheron Constantin Manufacture, to meet its master watchmakers and artisans and the creation of a unique piece inspired by works of art at the Louvre.
News: Vacheron Constantin Opens 'Suite 1755'. A Private Appointment-Only Lounge in West Hollywood.
Vacheron Constantin announces the opening of Suite 1755, a private appointment-only lounge located at the West Hollywood Edition, paying tribute to the art of high watchmaking and the glamour of Hollywood. Offering guests a uniquely conceived space to enjoy during the total renovation of the Rodeo Drive Vacheron Constantin Boutique, Suite 1755 beckons visitors to explore Vacheron Constantin’s long-standing quest for excellence, innovation, and artistry in a wholly new way.
News: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reveals New Brand Manifesto. 'The Watchmaker of Watchmakers'.
Because of this, Jaeger-LeCoultre has revealed a new brand manifesto as ‘The Watchmaker of Watchmakers’ with a new campaign starring Lenny Kravitz and Anya Taylor-Joy. The new campaign reflects on the true source of success. In the short film that anchors the campaign, Anya and Lenny perform against a minimal backdrop, focusing the attention on the two artists.
Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Monobalancier MB Titanium
Roger Dubuis brings a new masterpiece into the world of watchmaking as it unveils the new Excalibur Monobalancier Titanium. A remarkable blend of material mastery, expressive design, and horological expertise. Its 42 mm case is crafted from titanium Grade 5, the hyper-modern timepiece is a strikingly light variation of the iconic original Excalibur MB, boasting peak levels of comfort, aesthetics, and performance. About 33% lighter than stainless steel and for its strength-to-weight ratio, titanium is naturally soft and hypoallergenic nature to its high anti-corrosion and anti-magnetic properties.
Introducing: Louis Erard x Konstantin Chaykin Le Régulateur
Louis Erard has decided to collaborate with master watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin to deliver a very unique-looking regulator with a grotesque saw-mouthed cyclops called Le Régulateur. A mythological figure reinterpreted by the master watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin in two color variations, in limited editions of 178 pieces each, and in a diptych box set limited to 28 pieces.
Introducing: Leica ZM Monochrom Edition Watches
The new Leica ZM Monochrom Edition watches take inspiration from the release of the latest Leica M11 Monochrom camera and honors the most fundamental principles of black and white photography: contrast and light. The Leica ZM Monochrom Edition watch collection consists of two models, both with mechanical manual wound movement developed and produced in-house. The Leica ZM 1 and Leica ZM 2 —a GMT Dual Time Zone—, are now available in the new Monochrom Edition.
News: Bremont Names Davide Cerrato as CEO
Bremont, Britain's largest manufacturer of luxury watches, today announced that it has appointed industry veteran Davide Cerrato as CEO and a member of the Board. Bolstering Bremont's in-house capabilities, Cerrato brings with him extensive experience in branding, product design and development, supply-chain management, and production. Cerrato has a proven track record, having worked with some of the most notable brands in the watch industry including Tudor, Montblanc, Panerai, and HYT Watches.
News: Jaeger-LeCoultre Adds Lenny Kravitz as New Global Ambassador
A watch enthusiast since childhood, when he became fascinated by his father’s chronographs, Lenny Kravitz joins Jaeger-LeCoultre as a new global ambassador for the Maison. One of the preeminent rock musicians of our time, the singer, songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, actor, designer, and photographer is the archetype of the modern Renaissance man. Since the very beginning of his career, Lenny Kravitz has been defiantly original, always following his own path, steadfast in his artistic vision.
Introducing: Piaget Polo Date 36. A Smaller Model, Yet Still Perfect for Unisex Wear.
A new addition to its iconic Polo line with a smaller size Polo Date. Smaller than the standard 42 mm Polo Date, the new Piaget Polo Date 36 mm has been fine-tuned to encapsulate Piaget’s legacy and today’s mood in its latest unisex design. Best known for its shape-in-shape design with a round bezel and cushion dial that you can notice from afar, which remains at the heart of this new model, this timepiece has an elegant profile that is perfect for this smaller model.
Introducing: Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42 Collection
80 years after the release of the first Breitling Premier, now comes a new collection of Premier B01 Chronographs in 42 mm cases composed of six new watches in stainless steel or 18K red gold and fitted with straps or matching bracelets in the metal of the case. These six new watches are all powered by the automatic Breitling manufacture calibre 01
Introducing: MB&F LM Perpetual Stainless Steel Salmon Dial. A First for the Brand.
Now, MB&F is adding a stainless steel version with a salmon-colored dial which is one of the most unique combinations presented by the brand. Over the last 18 years, they have rarely crafted cases in stainless steel, and only once they have created a salmon dial. Also, this unique combination is not a limited edition but will be limited by production.
Introducing: Ressence TYPE 8 Sage Green
After the success of the Ressence TYPE 8 Cobalt Blue, now comes a second iteration of this watch cloaked in a Sage Green dial. TYPE 8 is the purest expression of design from Ressence. This soft, elegant, and highly versatile green instills a sense of optimism and serenity in the lightweight all-titanium timepiece with a total weight of only 42 grams. This new color addition further refines the sixth and latest watch type of the Ressence family collection, perfectly complementing the existing TYPE 8 Cobalt Blue.
Introducing: Angelus Chronographe Médical x Massena LAB. A Limited Edition of 99 Pieces.
The latest and greatest project of the Massena LAB is the new Angelus Chronographe Médical x Massena LAB, a re-edition of Angelus' first doctor's watch, which was first produced in the 1960s. Since then, the legendary original has become a favorite among vintage collectors and enthusiasts. This new mono-pusher chronograph is cased in a 39 mm stainless steel case. The domed silver opaline dial features two scales that include a pulsometer, to measure the heart rate, and an asthmometer to measure the respiratory rate.
Introducing: Girard-Perregaux Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition
The new Girard-Perregaux Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition is the latest collaboration between the Swiss horlogerie Maison and the British marque. The new Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition respects the timeless elements of the first Laureato launched in 1975 but employs ultra-modern ceramic for the bracelet and case.
