Jaeger-LeCoultre places its Calibre 101 in the spotlight again by releasing two new High Jewellery watches. These two entirely original designs reaffirm the unique alliance between high jewelry and fine watchmaking made possible by this exceptional mechanism. Originally conceived and developed for jewelry watches and introduced in 1929 by JLC, Calibre 101 revolutionized feminine watchmaking.
Eye Candy: Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 Smoked Lacquered Dials
About a month ago, Audemars Piguet released the new lacquered dials on the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 as well as the new CODE 11.59 Two-Tone references. A very controversial watch at the time of its launch and a watch that has drastically grown on us thanks to the release of these new smoked lacquered dials. Audemars Piguet hit an absolute home run with the new dials and new two-tone models. After perusing all watches in the metal with the exception of the purple dial one which was not available, we were blown away by them.
From the Archives: Rolex Day-Date 36 Galore. Some Wild Presidents from Baselworld 2019.
Last Baselworld 2019 Rolex introduced a new generation of its Oyster Perpetual Day‑Date 36, available in 18K yellow, white, or Everose gold with distinctive new dials and gem-set bezels on some versions. Without a doubt the wildest releases this year from the Rolex a.k.a. The crown. First released in 1956, the Day-Date became very popular among the elite as well as world dignitaries to then soon be referred to as the Presidents’ watch.
Experience: Watch Coffee Tables by Pedro Costa. Supersized Timepieces for Your Living Room.
Pedro Acosta is the Colombian man that supersizes watches and turns them into coffee table sculptures. At a young age, he developed a fascination for building things and a great imagination while building Legos with his father, an avid car and watch lover. After graduating from college, he wanted to pursue something he would be passionate about and design quickly became his thing. Early in his career, Pedro started designing VIP lounges at FBOs —Fixed Based Operator.
News: Presenting the Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force in 18K Rose Gold
First released at the end of 2019, the new Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force is part of a new collection named System 78. Now, after the great success of the first models in stainless steel —with blue and black dials—, the watch is now being released in an 18K rose gold case with black dial and black alligator leather strap. With a bold redesign of the movement, dial, and case, the new Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force marks the launch of the new System 78 Collection.
News: Girard-Perregaux Quasar Azure Sapphire Crystal Watch
Girard-Perregaux is pleased to unveil the Quasar Azure, a new iteration of the original Quasar encased in azure blue sapphire crystal, recalling the Manufacture’s first Bridges timepieces created in 1867. This new model is a limited edition of eight pieces, conferring a notable degree of exclusivity. The ability to showcase the art of precision engineering is among Girard-Perregaux’s greatest achievements, just as they did with the Three Gold Bridges employed on La Esmeralda, the world-famous pocket watch of 1889. The new Quasar Azure honors this legacy by engineering transparency to the extreme.
News: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Essenza SCV12 Unique Piece
Excess is the norm at Roger Dubuis, firmly focused on a vision of the world that is based on a philosophy of living larger than life. Stirred although, in no way submissive to the past, the brand that dares to be different nonetheless maintains a resolute eye on the future. In addition to these drivers, thanks to the support of an integrated Manufacture from its very beginnings, Roger Dubuis’ unparalleled technical expertise is seamlessly blended with its unleashed creativity.
Insider: L’Epée 1839 'Pancho Villa' Pistol Clock
Only the clock masters at L’Epée 1839 could’ve thought of creating a mechanical table clock shaped after a smoking revolver. After numerous collaborations with MB&F, the oldest and most reputable clockmaker in Switzerland teamed up with The Unnamed Society —whose motto is “Create the impossible that cannot be imagined”— to come up with what has never been done before.
Experience: Leopine GMT Airlines Shirt. The Match to that Rolex GMT Master Pepsi on Your Wrist.
Today Leopine is the synonym for apparel for watch lovers and crazy watch collectors. What first started with a line of swim trunks and afterward socks, is now a powerhouse that delivers limited edition runs of swimwear, socks, pocket squares, and now t-shirts. All inspired by the world of watches as one of his founders has been totally immersed in the watch industry, their latest release pays homage to one of the greatest watches of all time. With sales now in more than 30 countries, there is no savvy watch collector out there that is not sporting their apparel in the fanciest beaches around the world.
Insider: Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Off-Centered Chronograph Onyx
For the first time, the Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Off-Centered Chronograph is equipped with an onyx dial after its launch in 2019. This new model joins its three other counterparts in stainless steel that are available with a silver, blue, or gray dial. Additionally, an 18K red gold model with Grand Feu enamel dial is also available. Through its intensity and its absolute blackness the onyx dial grants this chronograph unprecedented depth. The perfect black color of this precious mineral allows Jaquet Droz to design a composition from which the smallest detail and slightest reflection can be admired.
Insider: Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 Two-Tone Chronograph and CODE 11.59 Two-Tone Time/Date
Two weeks ago we brought you the news about the new lacquered dials on the Audemars Piguet CODE 11.59 and the new CODE 11.59 Two-Tone references. At the time of its launch, the CODE 11.59 by Audemars Piguet was a very controversial watch that got a lot of bad press. While we were not the biggest fans of it, we remained respectful and admitted that a few of the models were pretty good and others not so much. With the release of the new lacquered dial references and two new two-tone models, the CODE 11.59 takes on a second chance to change people’s opinions, and oh boy, Audemars Piguet hit an absolute home run with the new dials and new two-tone models.
Rare Bird: Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date 'President' ref. 19018. A Timeless Iconic Watch.
The Rolex Oysterquartz has now been discontinued for almost 17 years. The watch was the first Rolex to be fitted with a sapphire crystal and originally launched in 1977 in stainless steel, stainless steel with white gold bezel, stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, 18K white gold, and 18K yellow gold. It has been estimated that in all, close to 25,000 Rolex Oysterquartz watches were ever produced. The Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date ref. 19018 is one of the most coveted Oysterquartz with its fluted bezel, Oysterquartz President bracelet with a concealed clasp, and its unmistakeable ticking sound that comes from its quartz —battery powered— movement.
News: Presenting the Hublot Big Bang Sky Blue
Between the water and the air, the new Hublot Big Bang Sky Blue becomes the horizon. Cloaked in the blue of the sea as in that of the sky, both relaxed and sophisticated, the Big Bang Unico Sky Blue invites you on a journey. From Mykonos to Ibiza via Saint-Tropez, the background is set. Made out of ceramic, this new model makes an innovative material your new basic. The time that ticks away on the Hublot Big Bang Unico Sky Blue inspires a light and relaxed rhythm. That of the summer, of time for oneself.
News: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Kingsman Knife Watch
Jaeger-LeCoultre and MR PORTER are pleased to announce the launch of the Master Ultra Thin Kingsman Knife watch, a limited edition of 100 timepieces, specially adapted for The King’s Man, the upcoming Kingsman origins film directed by Matthew Vaughn. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Kingsman Knife watch will be offered exclusively on MR PORTER, as a key part of The King’s Man ‘costume to collection’, from July 20th to September 6th, 2020.
News: Arnold & Son UltraThin Tourbillon Koi Unique Piece
Delicately placed on a mother-of-pearl dial, hand-painted carp and sculpted lotuses surround a flying tourbillon. Arnold & Son presents the Ultrathin Tourbillon Koi, a delicate unique piece that blends fine watchmaking and artistic crafts. Showcasing its broad spectrum of skills within a 5N 18K red gold case measuring 42 mm in diameter and 8.34 mm in thickness, the finest craftsmanship builds on tried-and-tested watchmaking techniques.
News: Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Beverly Hills Limited Edition
Now available exclusively at the new Breitling Boutique in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles comes the new Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 cloaked in a full black stainless steel case. First launched in 1957, the Superocean was created for professional divers, but it quickly found favor on the amateur diving scene and among scuba enthusiasts. Breitling preserved the spirit of the original model with the Superocean Heritage line which blends a timeless look with cutting edge technology.
Insider: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 'Soleil' ref. 15502OR Gem-Set with 1,076 Stones
There are special Royal Oaks, and then there’s the Royal Oak ‘Soleil’ gem-set. This incredible Royal Oak in 18K rose gold not only features one of the most visually striking gem-set dials but is also fully diamond-set throughout its case, bezel and bracelet. Featuring a 41 mm case in 18K rose gold, the Royal Oak ‘Soleil’ ref. 15502OR.ZZ.1222OR.01 is an absolute attention-grabbing piece not made for the faint of heart. Its pavé dial glows like a mid-afternoon sunset with yellow and orange tones like no other watch out there.
News: Presenting the Patek Philippe Minute Repeater Tourbillon ref. 5303R
The reference 5303 Minute Repeater Tourbillon was first released in 2019 in a limited edition of 12 watches at the “Watch Art Grand Exhibition Singapore 2019”. This particular reference showcases the first Patek Philippe minute repeater that presents the striking mechanism on the dial side with a clear view of the hammers and gongs. From the watch’s technical complexity in a minimal volume —that is, in the smallest possible height and diameter possible— to their elegance and their operability, these complications manifest craftsmanship that truly makes this model a precious work of art and love.
News: Presenting the Patek Philippe 5270 for the First Time in 18K Yellow Gold
As the heir of Patek Philippe’s grand 1941 classic the reference 1518, the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph ref. 5270 was originally launched at Baselworld 2011 to replace the iconic Patek reference 5970. Some of the main differences between the ref. 5970 and the ref. 5270 includes a bigger case measuring 41 mm vs. 39 mm on the ref. 5970 and an in-house movement powering the ref. 5270 instead of the Lemania 2310-based CH27 calibre in the ref. 5970.
Eye Candy: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time Blue Fighting the Monday Blues
When you have the Monday Blues, a blue dial watch is the best way to celebrate the start of a new workweek and fight the low energy you have coming from a fun weekend. The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time ref. 7900V with blue dial was released at the end of 2017. Now powered by an in-house calibre —unlike its predecessor—, the latest generation of the Overseas Dual Time also boasts a new case design and dial layout. Fitted with a 41 mm case the watch is available in either 18K 5N rose gold or stainless steel with its iconic bezel evoking Vacheron Constantin’s famous Maltese cross emblem.
