Since the launch in 1970 of the Oysterdate model, its first chronograph, Tudor has always produced watches that are closely tied to the world of motor sport. Since 1954, Tudor has likewise been constantly improving its professional divers’ watches. The Black Bay Chrono model combines these traditions in a sports chronograph for purists, with contrasting sub-counters and a high-performance automatic Manufacture Calibre, with column wheel and vertical clutch.
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W&W 2021: Rolex Explorer Goes 36 mm ref. 124270, New Two-Tone Explorer ref. 124273 and a Movement Update on the Explorer II ref. 226570
Rolex is presenting the latest creations brought to life by its unique watchmaking expertise. Among these are the new-generation Explorer and Explorer II, watches that take us from the highest mountain peaks to the most isolated polar regions. Watches in the Explorer range have mastered the extreme frontiers of exploration: from mountain tops to the depths of caves, in the biting cold of the Arctic or the searing heat of volcanoes.
W&W 2021: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Split Seconds Chrono Ultra-Thin Collection Excellence Platine
Mainly crafted from 950 platinum, the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Split Seconds Chrono Ultra-Thin Collection Excellence Platine is released in an individually numbered 15-piece limited series. Through its blend of elegant design and technical excellence, the Traditionnelle collection embodies the spirit of haute horlogerie cherished by Vacheron Constantin. Combining the refinement of its style, the prestige of platinum and the performance of in-house Calibre 3500, the new model Traditionnelle split-seconds chronograph ultra-thin Collection Excellence Platine immediately finds its natural place at the very pinnacle of this watch line.
W&W 2021: Presenting the Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers 'Planetaria' ref. 9820C
A highly technical single-piece edition, the Vacheron Constantin Armillary Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar ‘Planetaria’ watch stages sophisticated complications in a manner bearing a unique aesthetic signature. Equipped with a new Calibre 1991 in-house movement, this timepiece celebrates the astronomical function par excellence: the perpetual calendar with precision moon phases.
W&W 2021: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin in White Gold and Two Different Dials
For the very first time the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-thin is presented in 18K white gold with two different dial variants. A skeleton version and another with a blue lacquered dial and sunburst satin finish. It’s incredibly slim case with a 41.5 mm diameter and just 8.1 mm thick embodies an art of diversity reflected in the three interchangeable bracelet/straps delivered with each watch.
W&W 2021: Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 White Gold to Celebrate its 100th Anniversary (Live Pictures)
In 1921, Vacheron Constantin seized the powerful momentum of the Roaring Twenties to create a watch with an avant-garde design produced primarily for the American market. In 2021, the Maison is celebrating the 100th anniversary of this icon, with three new interpretations of the American 1921 model. A contemporary take on a legendary watch, honoring the visionary boldness of the Manufacture. These novelties presented at Watches & Wonders 2021, as well as the historical models epitomize the Maison’s ‘classic with a twist’ theme for 2021.
News: Greubel Forsey First Ever Integrated Bracelet on the GMT Sport
Taking the center stage for the first time on the GMT Sport, the distinctive Greubel Forsey bezel now subtly relieved of the relief engraved key values, takes on a completely new profile to flow with a brand new integrated bracelet, a first ever for the brand. With hand-finished horizontal straight-graining on top and the hand-polished contour and flanks taking on a soft yet striking new form, the bezel is beautifully refined, opening up the dial to attract even greater focus to the essential: the Greubel Forsey movement and hand-finishing, a characteristic of every timepiece.
News: Presenting the Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier New Size at 40 mm and New Dials
The Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch was created in 2007. Worn by both men and women alike, who appreciate its personality and comfort when worn, this piece has rapidly become a resounding success and a Cartier icon. Whether Fine Watchmaking models or jewelry versions, Ballon Bleu has inspired Cartier to create many different variants on metal bracelets or leather straps.
Breaking News: Watches & Wonders 2021 In-Person Event Cancelled. Another All-Digital Edition Coming Up.
In view of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Watches and Wonders Geneva Exhibitor Committee has taken the decision not to hold the physical Salon that would have been held at the Palexpo, scheduled from April 7 to 13, 2021. An all-digital edition will be proposed on the same dates at watchesandwonders.com, where participating brands will be able to present their new watches for 2021 and interact directly with their audiences.
News: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Blue Dial with Full Rose Gold Bracelet
On the occasion of Watches & Wonders Shanghai 2020, Vacheron Constantin launches a new iteration of the Overseas self-winding model, this time cloaked in a pink gold case and bracelet and sporting a gorgeous blue dial. A versatile and elegant timepiece delivered with three interchangeable bracelet/straps that include a pink gold bracelet, a blue alligator strap, and a blue rubber strap. A symbol of escapism and exploration, the 41 mm Overseas self-winding model ref. 4500V/110R-B705, unveiled at the Watches & Wonders Shanghai 2020 exhibition, combines for the first time its sleek silhouette sculpted in pink gold with a blue Overseas dial.
Watches & Wonders 2020: IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Moon and Tide
The Portugieser Yacht Club Moon & Tide features a tide display that keeps you informed about the next high water. It is possible thanks to a special wheel train that translates the rhythm of the hours into the constantly shifting chronological sequence of high and low water. The Greek mariner Pytheas recognized the link between this natural phenomenon and the moon as early as the fourth century B.C. It is particularly noticeable at the coast that the moon visible at high tide is almost at the same place in the sky again at the next but one high tide.
Watches & Wonders 2020: IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 'Boutique Edition' and Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 42
For the first time, the famous IWC calendar complication is integrated into an IWC-manufactured movement from the 82000-calibre family. The new IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 42 ref. IW3442 which has a diameter of 42 mm, displays the calendar information on three subdials. IWC is also unveiling a boutique edition of the iconic 44 mm Portugieser Perpetual Calendar in 18K Armor Gold. No other complication expresses IWC’s values quite as eloquently as the perpetual calendar developed by legendary watchmaker Kurt Klaus in the 1980s.
Watches & Wonders 2020: Piaget Limelight Gala Watch
The world is full of extraordinary women who are inspiring, creative, daring, and powerful, all while embracing femininity in their own unique way. Women appreciate craftsmanship, talent and creativity. The new Limelight Gala was inspired by an iconic model created in 1973 when the brand’s famous Piaget Society was in full swing. Celebrities, artists, clients, and friends of the Maison would get together for the most fabulous parties, gathering stars such as Salvador Dali, Jackie Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Warhol, Cary Grant and Sami Davis Jr.
Watches & Wonders 2020: A. Lange & Söhne Odysseus Now in White Gold and First Rubber Strap Ever for the Brand
The latest A. Lange & Söhne watch family is growing. The Odysseus ref. 363.038 now comes in white gold with an integrated rubber or leather strap. The sporty-elegant timepiece with the large-format date and day display and a water-resistant case features a grey dial with a special surface structure for a very textured effect.
Watches & Wonders 2020: Hermès Arceau L'Heure De La Lune Moon Phase Watch with Five New Dials
First released last year at the SIHH 2019, the Hermès Arceau L'Heure De La Lune moon phase watch was only available in 18K white gold with two different dials, one with meteorite dial and the other in aventurine —you can see the previous iterations here. Today, we bring you the new Hermès Arceau L'Heure De La Lune Moon Phase Watches with five new dials and now also available in platinum and in 18K rose gold.
Watches & Wonders 2020: Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Grand Complication Split-Seconds Chronograph Tempo
Chiming watches hold a special place within the world of horological complications. For more than two centuries, these complex mechanical devices have been given pride of place by Vacheron Constantin. The new Les Cabinotiers Split-Seconds Chronograph Tempo ref. 9740C/000R-B692 is the crowning embodiment of this approach, with its 24 complications orchestrated by the new in-house 1,163-part calibre 2756.
Watches & Wonders 2020: Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Singing Birds Unique Pieces
Honoring the talent and expertise of the Les Cabinotiers department, Vacheron Constantin presents four one-of-a-kind timepieces with enameled dials depicting a songbird, beautifully offset by the delicate guilloché pattern adorning the area devoted to time indications. Artistic crafts play a unique role through the enameling work done using the champlevé technique on each of the dials. To give life to the bird motifs, the master artisan has broadened his palette to encompass ten colors and their subtly graded shades.
Watches & Wonders 2020: Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Watch Regular Production Now Available (Live Pictures Included)
At the SIHH 2018, Piaget unveiled the Altiplano Ultimate Concept, the thinnest mechanical watch in the world. Two years later, Piaget presents the same watch as a regular production watch that you can now finally get to own. You can see our live pictures of the concept watch in this feature. Measuring 2 mm in thinness, the new Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept served as a stage for numerous Piaget innovations, including a case that formed part of the movement, a unique, integrated winding crown, an ultra-thin crystal and, more importantly, new constructions for the barrel and energy regulation.
Watches & Wonders 2020: Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Day-Date Moon Phase
We rarely feature watches from Baume & Mercier here at WCL, but this novelty is one that how could we not feature. The new Clifton Baumatic Day-Date Moonphase ref. 10547 packs a lot of watch for its price. Available in 18K rose gold ref. M0A10547 or stainless steel ref. 10548 with a 42 mm case, this extraordinary timepiece joins the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic collection. A new small complication with day-date and moon-phase, the watch is powered by the Baumatic BM14 in-house calibre, an automatic movement with an outstanding 5-day power reserve.
Watches & Wonders 2020: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Diabolus in Machina Minute Repeater Flying Tourbillon Unique Piece
The brand’s most recent creation is a stunning juxtaposition of the brilliance of these past artisans and the most inventive modern techniques. Enter the Excalibur Diabolus in Machina, a creation guaranteed to astound even the boldest souls and partisans of the idea that life must be lived intensely, passionately, and —let’s say it like it is— excessively.
