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Introducing: De Bethune DB28XP Kind of Blue. A 25-piece Limited Edition.

Blending the timeless elegance of the De Bethune DB28XP with the captivating charm of the De Bethune DB28 Kind of Blue comes the new DB28XP Kind of Blue, an exceptional timepiece that embodies the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation. Available in a limited edition of 25 pieces, this new creation offers watch enthusiasts an exceptional piece that harmoniously combines tradition and innovation.

Introducing: HYT Conical Tourbillon Infinity Sapphires Limited Edition

In a limited edition of eight pieces comes the new HYT Conical Tourbillon Infinity Sapphires Limited Edition. The ultimate symbiosis between a conical tourbillon and a precious and sparkling animation. Animated, sensual, and intriguing, this limited edition with infinitely customizable sapphires reveals a spectacular spectrum of exceptional savoir-faire. A symbol of the fascinating synergies between haute horlogerie taken to new heights with an innovative tourbillon, high jewelry given an unexpected setting with an open choice of divinely animated precious stones, and pioneering science applied to time with a fluidic module.

Introducing: MB&F HM9-SV Sapphire Vision Blue and Green Editions

This time, the MB&F HM9 SV Sapphire Vision is being presented in two new editions in sapphire crystal, again limited to only five pieces each: the first one with an 18K yellow gold frame with green-CVD movement, and the second one with an 18K white gold frame with blue-CVD movement. An outer hull of sapphire crystal and precious metal, curved and bubbled and precisely fitted together in three parts, is sealed with a proprietary combination of a patented three-dimensional gasket and a high-tech compound bonding process.

Introducing: Atelier Holgur Frømand. The Diver's Watch Redefined.

Atelier Holgur is pleased to unveil the Frømand, a model that redefines the divers’ watch genre by encompassing many luxurious features seldom found on subaquatic-themed timepieces. The company looks at horology from a different perspective, keen to deliver quality and value with a responsible approach to commerce. The name Frømand is Danish for ‘frogman’ and it celebrates the military divers of yesteryear, however, the design language is contemporary, ideally suited to the here and now.

Breaking News: The Timepiece Gentleman Saga Continues. Anthony Farrer Posts YouTube Video Admitting Wrongdoings and $5 Million USD in Debt.

Earlier last week, we started receiving text messages and calls from several watch collectors and grey dealers about a link to what allegedly had been posted by The Timepiece Gentleman aka Anthony Farrer on Reddit. The post on Reddit titled ‘Coach’s Mea Culpa’ —Latin for ‘my fault’—, explains that The Timepiece Gentleman seems to owe consigners $2 Million USD in misplaced inventory.

Introducing: Richard Mille RM 65-01 Grey Quartz TPT. The Automatic Split Seconds Chronograph with a New Color Scheme.

A highly complex sports timepiece, a masterpiece of technical prowess designed for everyday use and for any situation is the Richard Mille RM 65-01 Automatic Split Seconds Chronograph now available in Grey Quartz TPT. The culmination of some five years of development, this watch is the most complex timepiece ever to leave Richard Mille’s workshops.

Introducing: Breitling Endurance Pro IRONMAN World Championship Limited Editions

After the release of the Breitling Endurance Pro IRONMAN watches in 2021, now Breitling releases two new limited-edition IRONMAN-branded versions of Breitling’s ultralight sports watch to celebrate the 2023 IRONMAN World Championship and IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship triathlon events. Limited to 250 pieces each, they’re only available at Breitling.com, from select Breitling boutiques and retailers, and at the Official IRONMAN Merchandise Store at the race location.

Introducing: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph

Introducing the new Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph with trailblazing mechanics and hyper-tech materials. An unrelenting drive toward maximum performance. Roger Dubuis is a watchmaker in the fast lane of expressive design, embracing the values of supreme motorsport to inspire its creations. Influenced by the cutting-edge technology of supercar engineering, this ultra-inventive timepiece, with two pending patents, is fuelled by a new flyback chronograph calibre, featuring the seamless fusion of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation.

Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Time Zone in Platinum

A timepiece for globetrotters is the A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Time Zone that is now available in platinum with a rhodium colored dial. A watch that displays the time at home and in another time zone in one glance with ring-shaped day/night displays and the daylight-saving time indication for the second time zone expand the already high degree of functionality. This year, the monochrome color combination adds a timeless elegance to the technical sophistication.

Introducing: A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar in White Gold with Pink Gold Dial

Now presented in an 18K white gold case with a gorgeous solid pink gold dial —salmon color— comes the new A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar combining three of the most sophisticated watchmaking complications in a classic design. The equally rare and ambitious combination of a split-seconds or rattrapante chronograph with a perpetual calendar now appears with a stunning pink gold dial in a limited edition of only 100 pieces.

Introducing: HYT Hastroid Blue Star. A 20-Piece Limited Edition in Magnesium.

Hyper-technical, sleek, and electrifying is the new HYT Hastroid Blue Star pushing the boundaries of materials used in horology. Nonconformists at heart, the pioneers of fluidic time chose magnesium for the case and a subtle metallic blue gradient for the case middle to give this new evolution a head start on modernity. The Hastroid’s case with a diameter of 48 mm, a lug-to-lug distance of 52.3 mm, and a thickness of 13.3 mm, has so far been crafted from advanced noble materials

Posted on July 6, 2023 and filed under HYT, News.

Introducing: Frederique Constant X Christian van der Klaauw Tourbillon Planétarium for ONLY Watch Auction

A friendship spanning 25 years, human endeavor, the summit of high-flying watchmaking expertise, and an unprecedented blend of talents have all come together in the Frederique Constant X Christiaan van der Klaauw Tourbillon Planétarium for ONLY Watch 2023 for the charity timepiece auction. This single piece features a Frederique Constant tourbillon and the brand’s remarkable manual finishings alongside Christiaan van der Klaauw’s planetarium —the smallest in the world and the first ever produced for a wristwatch.

Introducing: MB&F LM FlyingT 'Coeur de Rubis'. Exclusively Sold at PMT The Hour Glass Bangkok.

First launched in 2019, the Legacy Machine FlyingT was MB&F’s first-ever machine dedicated to women. Then in 2020, they were joined by limited editions in red gold and platinum, featuring guilloche dials as well as a Lapis Lazuli dial and an 18K white gold case set with diamonds. In 2021, MB&F added a malachite dial version, and in 2022 a tiger eye dial. Now comes a diamond-set edition in an 18K white gold case with a dial plate in ‘Cœur de Rubis’ —anyolite— in a limited edition of 5 pieces that are sold exclusively by PMT The Hour Glass in Bangkok.

Introducing: Richard Mille RM 72-01 Le Mans Classic. Celebrating 100 Years of this Legendary Race.

Richard Mille’s involvement with the Le Mans Classic has been at every level from the very beginning and special watches have been specifically developed for every edition since 2008, always featuring the race’s colors in white and green. For 2023, Richard Mille presents the RM 72-01 Le Mans Classic. The Richard Mille RM 72-01 Le Mans Classic, is an exclusive model to celebrate the centenary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The new watch is limited to 150 pieces and features a combination of green and white Quartz TPT.

Introducing: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronograph Calendar Pink Gold Black Dial

The new Master Control Chronograph Calendar in pink gold with a black dial subtly recalls the colored watch dials of the mid-20th century, reinterpreting their vintage appeal in a confidently contemporary style. Anchored by the clean, modern lines of the case, myriad refined details highlight the chronograph and calendar displays. With its 40 mm x 12.05 mm case in 18K pink gold, outwardly sloping bezel, and dynamically curved lugs, the pink gold Master Control case exudes a relaxed and understated elegance.

News: Jaeger-LeCoultre Presents a Second Capsule in The Collectibles Program

Jaeger-LeCoultre is pleased to present the second capsule collection of rare and sought-after timepieces under its program The Collectibles. Created for watch enthusiasts who wish to acquire a piece of history from La Grande Maison, The Collectibles was introduced to coincide with the 190 years of the Manufacture and forms part of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s ongoing offer.

Introducing: MB&F Horological Machine No. 8 Mark 2. Light as a Feather and Very RM Looking. (Live Pics)

MB&F’s connection to cars runs deep, starting in 2012 with the HM5, followed by the HMX in 2015, and the HM8 in 2016. Each of these iterations is linked by its instantly recognizable speedometer-style display on the side of the case that recalls the daring and futuristic design of the 1970s. A decade after their first automotive-inspired MB&F Machines, now comes the HM8 Mark 2, the most technologically evolved model to date. 

Introducing: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 100th Anniversary 24 Hours of Le Mans ref. 126529LN

Rolex is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race with an original version of its legendary chronograph. The 40 mm case is crafted in 18K white gold, the black Cerachrom bezel features the number ‘100’ in red on the tachymetric scale, evoking the race’s centenary. This new Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 100th Anniversary 24 Hours of Le Mans ref. 126529LN is equipped with an exclusive movement, calibre 4132, which is a 24-hour chronograph instead of the model’s usual twelve.

News: Jaeger-LeCoultre Unveils the Golden Ratio Musical Show by Tokio Myers at the Shanghai International Film Festival

Continuing to expand its cultural universe, Jaeger-LeCoultre announces the latest installment in its Made of Makers program: a new collaboration with the ground-breaking British musician Tokio Myers. A pianist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, Tokio Myers has become celebrated for his experimental approach to classical music. An artist of immense range and dynamic power, his highly original approach to creating and performing music has established him as one of the most exciting artists to emerge in recent years.

Experience: Casa Panerai New York. The Largest Panerai Global Flagship.

Located on the northeast corner of 63rd street and Madison Avenue in New York City, yesterday afternoon we had the pleasure of attending the opening of the ‘Casa Panerai New York’, the brand’s largest global flagship. The opening event kicked off with an ‘Aperitivo in Piazza’ —the Italian tradition of having a little something before heading out to dinner at a city square or neighborhood locale— right on the sidewalk adjacent to the new boutique. Mini pizzas baked by pizzaioli, decadent gelato, limonata, chinotto, a espresso bar, passed piccoli morsi —small bites— and a flower stand transported us to the hustling streets of Milan or perhaps Rome.

Posted on June 2, 2023 and filed under Panerai, News, Watch Shopping.