The CVSTOS Metropolitan Chronograph Sapphire Rhodium ref. F00112.4286001 is a fantastic option for under USD 50K boasting a generous but very wearable sapphire crystal case, a rhodium-skeletonized finished movement, and a very convenient automatic 30-minute chronograph. This watch is limited to only 50 pieces which adds up to the exclusivity of owning this timepiece.
Experience: Artisans de Genève Ventura Daytona. The Adventure of Time Itself.
A tribute to the history of Venetian glassmaking, while capturing the very essence of chance that shaped this unique material adding it to a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 116500. Aventurina in Italian means “by chance”. A stroke of destiny, a fortuitous meeting of copper and glass. Rose gold —also containing copper— was chosen. Sapphire too was selected, to echo the transparency of glass. Shaping these materials is no easy feat. Aventurine demands incredible precision to reveal its sparkle without losing its magic.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin 20th Anniversary Patrimony 'Ora ïto'. A 100-piece Limited Edition.
A creation stemming from a long-running collaboration with French designer Ora ïto, a Vacheron Constantin “One of Not Many” talent. The new watch is a vintage-style monochrome timepiece in 18K yellow gold framing a tone-on-tone dial adorned with concentric circles and a calfskin leather strap featuring graphic motifs inspired by the 1970s. This new watch is available in a limited edition of 100 pieces.
From the Editor: My Thoughts on The Acquisition of Hodinkee by The Watches of Switzerland
Let me start by saying that I’ve never been the biggest fan of Hodinkee and I was never a regular reader of it even before I started Watch Collecting Lifestyle in 2013. Nevertheless, I do applaud what Ben Clymer was able to build in such a short period and how much he did to raise awareness in an industry that was slowly dying, especially among the younger generations. Ben is a master at getting the right attention from the right people at the right time.
Introducing: Richard Mille RM 65-01 McLaren W1 Split-Seconds Chronograph
Richard Mille reveals its fourth creation to emerge from its collaboration —ongoing since 2016— with the celebrated British supercar maker McLaren. The new RM 65-01 McLaren Automatic Split-Seconds Chronograph W1 is a 500-piece limited edition and the most complex automatic chronograph ever released by Richard Mille.
Breaking News: The Watches of Switzerland Group Acquires Hodinkee
The Watches of Switzerland Group announces the acquisition of Hodinkee, uniting the leading watch retailer and the digital trailblazer to support Hodinkee’s continued operation as a leader in the watch community. With a history of stewarding brands, the Watches of Switzerland Group aims to utilize its leadership role in the industry to further Hodinkee’s mission of sharing the most engaging, educational, and entertaining watch content.
Insider: Bianchet B 1.618 Grande Date Sapphire. Hands-on with One of Our Favorite Sapphire Case Watches.
Bianchet is a relatively new Swiss brand —only five years old after presenting its first prototype in 2019 at Baselworld— renowned for its prestigious tourbillon timepieces that won’t break the bank. The new B 1.618 Grande Date Sapphire Edition is the greatest and latest from them and is a timepiece that redefines transparency and elegance in haute horlogerie. Unveiled last month at Geneva Watch Days, this is now one of our favorite sapphire case watches out there.
Insider: H. Moser & Cie. Pioneer Retrograde Seconds Midnight Blue. A Very Unique Complication and a First for the Brand.
The latest and greatest from H. Moser & Cie. is the new Pioneer Retrograde Seconds ref. 3250-1200 which comes with a spectacular complication housed inside a sporty, sophisticated design. Its 42.8 mm case in stainless steel houses a striking 30-second retrograde mechanism, positioned at 6 o’clock. Every half minute, the hand swiftly returns to its starting position.
Experience: How a Richard Mille RM 17-02 Tourbillon Titanium Gets Assembled
Here is how the Richard Mille RM 17-02 Tourbillon Titanium gets assembled. Symbolizing the pinnacle of traditional watchmaking and excellence, the RM 17-02 tourbillon in grade 5 Titanium encapsulates Richard Mille's profound dedication to mechanical ingenuity. A symphony of blue, gold, and black PVD treatments intertwines with the microblasted surfaces, casting a spellbinding allure.
Introducing: Girard-Perregaux Laureato 'Aiiro' Japan Editions. Limited to 100 Pieces Each.
Girard-Perregaux marks the 160th anniversary of diplomatic relations existing between Switzerland and Japan with the release of two versions of the Laureato —a time and date and a chronograph. These models, celebrating the Maison’s longstanding ties with Japan, are limited to just 100 pieces each. The color of each dial is indigo blue, inspired by and paying homage to this Japanese color.
Introducing: Jaquet Droz Rolling Stones Automaton 'Some Girls' Unique Piece
Jaquet Droz is taking on an icon of rock history and presents the Rolling Stones Automaton ‘Some Girls’ unique piece. A unique piece for the most criticized album cover in the history of rock. The ‘Some Girls’ album cover from The Rolling Stones had to be significantly changed to align with the standards of the time. A backdrop that the highly disruptive Jaquet Droz could not help but revisit, devoting a unique piece to this monumental work of graphic art, and paying an irreverent homage to this album, which was released over 45 years ago.
Introducing: Richard Mille RM 17-02 Tourbillon Titanium
Symbolizing the pinnacle of traditional watchmaking and excellence, the RM 17-02 tourbillon in grade 5 Titanium encapsulates Richard Mille's profound dedication to mechanical ingenuity. This timepiece mesmerizes as its movement dances with light, boasting multiple PVD treatments that adorn its calibre. A symphony of blue, gold, and black PVD treatments intertwines with the microblasted surfaces, casting a spellbinding allure.
Introducing: Jaeger-LeCoultre New Reverso Tribute Watches. A Tourbillon, a Duoface Small Seconds, and a Mid-Size.
Jaeger-LeCoultre continues to expand the creative universe of the Reverso, with new models that underline the versatility and timeless modernity of its Art Deco design. As well as presenting new variations of the Reverso Tribute Duoface Tourbillon now in stainless steel, a Reverso Tribute Duoface Small Seconds now in 18K pink gold with blue lacquer dial, and a Reverso Tribute Monoface in a new mid-size —a perfect fit for both men and women.
Introducing: Ulysse Nardin Royal Sapphire Flying Tourbillon Blue and Ruby
Ulysse Nardin holds a prestigious place in the world of horology, renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and innovative technology. Founded in 1846, the brand has a rich history rooted in marine chronometry, originally producing precise timepieces for navigation at sea. One more time, Ulysse Nardin shows their commitment to innovation, this time with the new Royal Sapphire Flying Tourbillon Blue and the Royal Sapphire Flying Tourbillon Ruby.
Introducing: Panerai Presents Four New Navy SEALs Inspired Watches
Furthering the brand’s mission to design durable and high-performance timepieces for extreme conditions, Panerai’s new Submersible QuarantaQuattro GMT Navy SEALs Carbotech PAM01513, Submersible QuarantaQuattro Navy SEALs PAM01518, Submersible Chrono Navy SEALs Titanio PAM01521, and Submersible Navy SEALs Titanio PAM01669 draw its aesthetics and functional cues from the elite tactical force and feature a Navy SEALS decal at the 6 o’clock position on the dial.
Insider: Bell & Ross BR-X5 Racing. A 500-piece Limited Edition in Microblasted Titanium.
Inspired by the Aero GT supercar and the design of stealth aircraft, the new Bell & Ross BR-X5 Racing watch dial adopts the codes of racing car instrument panels. It has a central seconds hand with a checkered graduation accurate to the quarter-second, with the minutes on the outer flange and the hours on the crystal of the dial.
Experience: Aladino Cameroon Reserva. As Unique as this Armin Strom Gravity Date.
The latest release from JRE Tobacco Farm is the limited edition Aladino Cameroon Reserva. This cigar is an all-Cameroon leaf cigar that comes in a special green lacquered box with gold imprints. The Aladino Cameroon Reserva is a fantastic cigar slightly similar to the Aladino Cameroon by JRE Tobacco but exponentially more exquisite and in a size that is typically not available in the regular Cameroon line from Aladino.
Introducing: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hybris Artistica Calibre 184
An artistic reinterpretation of some of the finest watchmaking skills. An exceptional calibre brings together three of the greatest complications. Testament to the exceptional watchmaking talents and decorative crafts united within the Jaeger-LeCoultre Manufacture is the new artistic interpretation of Calibre 184. The new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hybris Artistica Calibre 184 is based on calibre created in 2019.
Introducing: Omega Seamaster Regatta America's Cup Watch
Launched to mark the 37th America’s Cup, Omega is presenting the Seamaster Regatta fully equipped for life at sea. An instrument watch for sailors featuring both analogue and digital displays. Cased in grade 5 titanium and measuring 46.75 mm, the Seamaster Regatta is replete with invaluable tools, including a moonphase indicator, a chronograph, a sailing logbook, temperature gauge, accelerometer, 3 alarms, and of course a regatta race function.
Insider: Artime ART01 Tourbillon 5N Rose Gold. A Very Impressive Skeletonized Watch Like No Other.
Artime’s inaugural ART01 is a watch that embodies all the principles that define the brand. It touches the most discerning lovers of horology at the core, in all openness, with a choreography of materials, spatial volumes, innovative concepts and finishes that are all at the highest level. Inside this timepiece, an aerial caliber in 5N rose gold, a tourbillon with a double balance spring and an ergonomic crown function selector.
