For almost two millennia, a two-way cultural exchange between Asia and Europe has had a profound influence on every art form of both East and West from the visual to the performing arts —as well as on techniques for producing textiles, glass and ceramics. This is an exchange that Jaeger-LeCoultre has embraced throughout the Manufacture’s history. Coinciding with 90 years of the Reverso, Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates this ongoing cultural exchange with an exquisite new Reverso Tribute Enamel timepiece.
Experience: Ardbeg Ten Years Old. Scottish Tweed, a JLC Reverso Tribute Small Seconds Green and one of the Best Single Malt Whiskies.
Scotland gives the world some of the most beautiful landscapes and two things they excel at, their tweed and their scotch. Honoring the green luscious landscapes of Scotland and the deep green bottle of Ardberg Ten Years, we decided to pair this Islay Single Malt with the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds Green. Ardbeg Ten Years Old was launched in 2000 as an extraordinary balance of peaty notes and floral sweetness that makes it one of the best single malt whiskys in the world.
News: Presenting the Slim d’Hermès Squelette Lune
The Slim d’Hermès Squelette Lune mingles simplicity with informality and demanding details with the daring use of contrasting materials as well as stylistic crossovers. This model with its pure lines carved from ultra-light titanium is joining the Slim d’Hermès collection, created in 2015. The 39.5 mm round case and angular lugs of the Slim d’Hermès Squelette Lune exemplify a blend of rigorous discipline and optimal balance, playing with paradoxes, hovering between touches that are at once classical and contemporary, understated and assertive
Insider: Patek Philippe Minute Repeaters. History, Explanation and 10 Facts You Need to Know About Them.
The history of Patek Philippe and Minute Repeaters is a long one. A couple of years ago, we had the opportunity to participate in the Minute Repeater Training and Sound Tasting class at Patek Philippe in New York City. For those of you wondering if Patek invented the Minute Repeater, the answer is no. It was Daniel Quare who invented the repetition mechanism in 1680; however, when it comes to Minute Repeaters, we all have to agree that no one other than Patek Philippe makes the most classical, elegant and perfect sounding timepieces equipped with the king of all complications.
News: Richard Mille RM 60-01 Regatta Les Voiles de St Barth
Richard Mille is determined to support Les Voiles de St Barth by releasing a new 80-piece limited edition, the RM 60-01 Regatta Automatic Flyback Chronograph Les Voiles de St Barth, a proof of its long-term commitment to one of the world’s leading regattas. With no event this year we deemed it the obligation of Richard Mille to donate all the proceeds of the sale of this new RM 60-01 to local causes in St Barths.
News: Jaquet Droz Bird Repeater 300th Anniversary Edition
Issued in eight pieces to celebrate the 300th anniversary of the founder Pierre Jaquet-Droz, the new Jaquet Droz Bird Repeater is an automaton with a minute repeater that embodies the essence of the House. Cased in a robust —47 mm x 18.7 mm— 18K red gold case, the dial in white mother-of-pearl and black onyx features appliqués in 18K red gold. Multiple bird animations, eggs hatching and the river in the background breathe life into this creation.
News: Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze with Bracelet
An amazing addition to the Tudor lineup, the brand is presenting a bronze version of its famous Black Bay Fifty-Eight model, featuring a bronze bracelet fitted with a new clasp with a rapid adjustment system for the first time. Bolstered by its experience using bronze, Tudor continues exploring this emblematic material with its characteristic aging, boldly opting for a total bronze look.
Breaking News: Baselworld is Back in 2022. A Rising Phoenix or a Deadbeat Horse?
Baselworld was held for the last time in 2019. Now it is back in March/April 2022, and it will be very different. Instead of focusing on the spectacular appearance of luxury brands in the watch, jewelry, and gemstone sector, the new Baselworld will primarily be a B2B platform in the mid-range luxury segment. The future concept combines trends in the experience marketing market with the needs of the entire community in the mid and high-end segment of the watch, jewellery and gemstone industry.
News: Presenting the Harry Winston Project Z15 Limited Edition
Harry Winston is presenting the fifteenth timepiece in its avant-garde Project Z series. Crafted from Zalium, a lightweight, highly resilient material exclusive to Harry Winston, the Project Z is distinguished by its fusion of classic horological composition with highly architectural elements. Incorporating a partially skeletonized minute hand in signature brand colors on the dial, Project Z15 is a modern interpretation of the regulator
clock. Only 300 units of the limited edition watch will be available globally.
News: Louis Moinet Hope Probe Tourbillon Unique Piece
The Louis Moinet Hope Probe Tourbillon is a new one-of-a-kind creation dedicated to the extraordinary UAE space mission. The UAE’s Hope Probe is the first Arab space mission. Known as "Al-Amal" in Arabic, it will orbit Mars the red planet for at least one Martian year —687 days. It is the first probe to provide a complete picture of the Martian atmosphere while evaluating its seasonal and daily changes.
News: Presenting the Bell & Ross Alpine A521 F1 Team Collection
Since 2016, Bell & Ross has been associated with the Renault F1 Team. To celebrate the arrival of the Alpine brand at this year’s Formula One Grand Prix races, the team has been renamed, Alpine F1 Team, and Bell & Ross has become its official timekeeping partner. To celebrate this continued partnership the Franco-Swiss company has launched an Alpine F1 Team watch collection, inspired by the world of Formula 1. This sixth family of exceptional timepieces includes three ultra-sporty chronographs.
News: Breitling Partners with IRONMAN and Launches Two Endurance Pro IRONMAN Watches
Breitling and IRONMAN have signed a long-term partnership and teamed up to co-design the Endurance Pro IRONMAN watches, a special series of Breitling’s ultimate athleisure watch. The result is a set of perfectly lightweight and lighthearted luxury sports watches combining high precision, innovative technology, and vibrant, colorful design.
News: Presenting the Piaget Possession Cuff Watch with 1,401 Diamonds Totaling Over 32 Carats.
Since 1990, Piaget’s Possession collection has captivated women with its playful spinning elements that awaken the sense of touch. The story began with the Maison’s iconic Possession ring with its central band that could spin freely, enabling each owner to not only enjoy the beauty of the ring but also to interact with it, by turning and twisting it. Cuff Watches also have a long history chez Piaget, dating back to the 1960s.
News: Presenting the Armin Strom Tribute 1 First Edition. Only 25 Pieces Available.
Armin Strom today announced the introduction of an entirely new timepiece; one that reinterprets the classic dress watch in a contemporary context. The highly efficient motor barrel in the ‘Tribute 1’ is unusual in that the arbor turns around the mainspring within the barrel itself, which makes it more efficient while conserving space. The first edition of the ‘Tribute 1’ is available in a limited edition of just 25 pieces.
From the Archives: Rare Bird Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 Monticello Motor Club
Vacheron Constantin was the official timekeeper of the Monticello Motor Club in Sullivan County, New York and as part of their partnership, Vacheron released a very special 15-piece limited edition of the iconic Historiques American 1921 to commemorate the occasion back in 2016. For those of you not familiar with the Monticello Motor Club, this is North America’s Premier Automotive Country Club and Private Race Track located only 90 minutes from New York City and which features 4.1 miles of smooth race-grade asphalt. The Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 Monticello Motor Club is one of those rare birds that one dreams of running into one day.
Things to Know About the Watch
Inspired by an original cushion-shaped model with a winding crown placed between 1 and 2 o’clock, the American 1921 was created by Vacheron Constantin in the 1920s for the American market —hence the name. However, the new iteration of the American 1921 wasn't released until 2008 and is now available in 18K rose gold, 18K yellow gold, and also in platinum. The case measures 40 mm x 40 mm and is exquisitely finished with a mirror-polished finish throughout.
Just like its siblings, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 Monticello Motor Club is cased in a precious metal case, this time in 18K rose gold and fitted with a gorgeous grained slate grey colored dial with cream colored Breguet numerals and with red and black accents on its seconds subdial, making it slightly sportier than the other American 1921 references.
With a grey alligator strap with red contrast stitching that makes the watch look very sporty, the strap is fastened by the usual half Maltese cross-shaped pin buckle. With a perfect match between dial and strap, the American 1921 Monticello Motor Club is simply a stunner in the metal.
Turning the watch around, reveals the beating heart powering this exceptional timepiece. Fully visible via the display case back is the beautiful Vacheron Constantin in-house manual wound movement calibre 4400 AS. This gorgeous movement finished with Côtes de Genève is only 2.80 mm thick and is composed of 127 parts and 21 jewels to provide a power reserve of 65 hours while beating at a frequency of 28,800 vph.
On the Wrist & Price
On the wrist, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 Monticello Motor Club limited edition wears true to its size and with unparalleled wrist presence. Considering the small number of pieces in this limited edition, this is a watch that if you like, you need to pull the trigger on it very fast if you find one.
Last Known Sticker Price $34,000 USD. For more info on Vacheron Constantin click here.
News: Vacheron Constantin North American Flagship Opens in New York City's 57th Street
Vacheron Constantin is delighted to announce the opening of its North American Flagship in the heart of New York City, at 28 East 57th Street. The boutique pays tribute to the Maison’s deep roots in the United States and commitment to outstanding client service. The selection of New York for the location of Vacheron Constantin’s North American Flagship carries powerful symbolism for the Maison.
Insider: Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Skelet-One Yellow Limited Edition
A few months ago, Jaquet Droz announced the Grande Seconde Skelet-One Limited Editions in sky blue, green, and yellow. This model was first released at Baselworld 2018 in 18K red gold, 18K white gold, and black ceramic. The Skelet-One was launched to celebrate the 280th anniversary of Jaquet Droz and with this watch, the brand went in a very different direction for the first time. The new Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Skelet-One Yellow Limited Edition comes in a limited edition of only 28 pieces in a plasma ceramic case.
News: Phillips Watches to Auction a Complete Set of Five F.P. Journe 'Souscription' Watches (Number 1 in Each Series) at The Geneva Watch Auction XIV
Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo is immensely proud to announce, for the first time on the market, not only a complete set of F.P. Journe ‘Souscription’ watches but more importantly the number 1 in each series, to be offered at auction in The Geneva Watch Auction: XIV in November 2021. In 1999, after years of restoring antique clocks and watches as well as making unique commission pieces for discerning collectors, François-Paul Journe set out to create his eponymous brand.
News: Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Red Radar Ceramic. Limited Edition of 999 Pieces.
Since it was founded in 1994, aviation has always been a passion for Bell & Ross. Over the years, the watch brand has become a leading benchmark in the instrument watch field. In 2011, the brand launched the eye-catching Red Radar. This year marks the return of this watchmaking UFO. The style of the new BR 03-92 Red Radar Ceramic version is as modern as ever and brings its own innovative reinterpretation to the watch display.
Experience: Artisans de Genève Shades of Blue Challenge Project
Artisans de Genève is an independent company specialized in the personalization of timepieces. This personalization was ordered by one of their customers who owns a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona timepiece and the watch was created for his own private use. The Shades of Blue Challenge Project came to fruition after their client requested an intense, deep blue color scheme.
