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The piece explores the most iconic watches ever worn by James Bond, highlighting five standout timepieces that have left a lasting imprint on both cinema and horology. It begins with the original Rolex Submariner ref. 6538 “Big Crown,” celebrated for its distinctive NATO strap and early appearances in the 1960s
New Watches
The Baume & Mercier Clifton 10870 and 10872 are newly released limited‑edition watches featuring icy blue dials with a guilloché‑like pattern. The 10870 is a 39 mm three‑hand automatic with a date function, while the 10872 adds a perpetual calendar with day, month, leap‑year, and moon‑
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Angelus introduces the Chronographe Tachymètre Monopusher, a compact 37 mm, 9.25 mm thick chronograph available in 18k yellow gold or stainless steel. The watch retains the hand‑wound A5000 calibre with a column wheel and horizontal clutch, offering a 42‑hour power reserve and 30 m water resistance. Its
India’s watch industry is experiencing a split between high‑volume manufacturers like Titan, which produces tens of millions of watches annually and is moving into premium segments, and a growing group of independent micro‑brands such as Jaipur Watch Company and Bangalore Watch Company that focus on limited‑run,
A consortium led by Montres Journe, together with Chanel and former De Bethune CEO Pierre Jacques, has acquired a 95 % stake in Ebel for US $66.5 million, leaving the remaining shares with the Movado Group. The partnership combines Chanel’s financial resources, François‑Paul Journe’s watchmaking expertise, and
The 2026 Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance featured A. Lange & Söhne as presenting sponsor, highlighting the synergy between exceptional automobiles and fine watchmaking. Held for the first time at historic Fort Adams, the event showcased a record 185 cars, with the 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni et Falaschi Cabriolet winning
The piece explores the resurgence of fixed‑lug watches, tracing their origins from late‑19th‑century wristwatches that integrated lugs directly into the case to modern reinterpretations that blend heritage with contemporary design. It explains how fixed lugs provide structural integrity and a streamlined aesthetic, while noting that spring bars
The interview explores Thierry Stern’s vision for Patek Philippe, emphasizing a commitment to heritage, restorability, and long‑term innovation. He explains how the brand’s engineering decisions prioritize materials and designs that can be repaired a century from now, and how the Grand Exhibition in Milan showcases both historic
The upcoming auctions showcase a mix of high‑end and more accessible watches, highlighting the strong market activity in both established and independent brands. Marteau & Co. presents a tightly curated “Encore” auction with around 40 standout pieces, including a full steel set of F.P. Journe watches, rare creations
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The Trematic T‑Five Beguia Maris is a modern reinterpretation of the classic mid‑century skindiver, built in grade 5 titanium with a sandblasted finish, ceramic bezel insert, and a domed sapphire crystal featuring triple anti‑reflective coating. Its 39 mm case measures 11.3 mm thick, offers a 300
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The episode delves into the latest developments from two iconic luxury watchmakers, exploring the newest releases and market movements of Rolex in London and Patek Philippe in Milan. It highlights key design innovations, brand strategies, and the evolving preferences of collectors, offering listeners a nuanced understanding of how these houses
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Trilobe Château Trente-Deux is a limited‑edition watch inspired by fine wine, featuring the brand’s first in‑house X‑Nihilo movement. The 39.5 mm stainless‑steel case houses three rotating rings that display hours, minutes and seconds, while a deep burgundy dial mimics the color of a
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Marteau & Co’s fourth online‑only auction, “The Encore,” showcases a collection of one‑off watches from independent makers, highlighted by a 3 % maker’s fee that rewards creators on each sale. The catalogue features standout pieces such as Yosuke Sekiguchi’s Primevère, a uniquely designed watch with a
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The piece explores the growing world of independent watchmaking, focusing on affordable pieces that cost less than £10,000. It highlights how independent brands have expanded their offerings, delivering creative designs and reliable movements across a range of styles, from robust dive watches to elegant dress models, all while maintaining
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Urban Jürgensen’s 2025 comeback was marked by a bold launch of three new models—UJ‑1, UJ‑2, and UJ‑3—each showcasing innovative complications such as a tourbillon, a natural double‑wheel escapement, and a perpetual calendar with instantaneous moonphase. Guided by Alex Rosenfield, who brings a business
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India’s watch industry is experiencing a split between high‑volume manufacturers like Titan, which produces tens of millions of watches annually and is moving into premium segments, and a growing group of independent micro‑brands such as Jaipur Watch Company and Bangalore Watch Company that focus on limited‑run,
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Basilia Jewellery & Watch Fair, announced in June 2026, aims to revive a major European gathering for the jewellery industry in Basel after the collapse of Baselworld. Organized by MCH Group and Informa Markets Asia, the fair leverages Messe Basel’s infrastructure and targets over 400 exhibitors, with 280 already
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Manufacture AMT, founded in 2018 and owned by Sellita, supplies white‑label movements that bridge the gap between widely used off‑the‑shelf calibers and fully in‑house developments. Its catalog includes the entry‑level AMT2000 series, based on the SW200‑2 with improved winding and decorative possibilities, the modest
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Robbie Jones, known as @TinyAssProps, creates ultra‑small, highly detailed watch replicas for action figures and collectors, blending his background in theater, stop‑motion prop work at Laika Studios, and a passion for pop‑culture. Based in Portland, he transforms iconic timepieces from film, TV and luxury brands into one‑
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The Navy SEAL Museum in San Diego showcases the intertwined histories of U.S. naval special warfare and Tudor’s mid‑century watch production. Visitors learn how the museum’s exhibits trace the evolution of underwater demolition teams into modern SEAL units, highlighting the tactical shift from World War II
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NORQAIN’s latest Wild ONE collection showcases the brand’s commitment to innovation through the use of Grade 5 titanium and unique materials such as an anthracite iron meteorite dial. The lineup includes the Wild ONE Skeleton Titanium in 39 mm and 42 mm sizes, each featuring a titanium top
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Arsène Lippens presents the Artigiano “Sashiko Denim” watch, a limited edition of ten pieces that celebrates the Japanese textile craft of Sashiko. The denim‑styled dial features hand‑stitched hour markers and a cross‑hatch pattern, while the 37.5 mm stainless‑steel case houses a manually wound Sellita SW210‑
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The Vulcain Skindiver Nautique GMT, a limited‑edition model from the New Watches collection, showcases Vulcain’s innovative approach to dive timepieces. Featuring a distinctive GMT function and a sleek design, this watch stands out as a modern reinterpretation of classic diving watches. Scheduled for release on October 9 2026,
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Baltic has released a limited‑edition 34mm version of its Hermétique “The Rift” watch to celebrate its role as the official timekeeper for the Icelandic gravel race The Rift. Only 400 pieces of each size (34mm and 37mm) are produced, featuring a forged‑carbon outer dial sector, Super‑LumiNova accents,
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The Bremton Supermarine Full Ceramic Deep Blue is a limited‑edition 500 m diver released in October 2026, with only 250 pieces produced. Built from blue ceramic and titanium, the 43 mm case measures 13 mm in thickness and 50 mm lug‑to‑lug, weighing just 74 g. Its design
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The watch industry faces a critical challenge that threatens both brand sustainability and consumer trust. This issue, highlighted in the analysis, revolves around a fundamental problem that undermines the reliability and perceived value of timepieces across the market. By examining the factors contributing to this dilemma, the discussion underscores how
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The video examines the pitfalls of purchasing high‑priced luxury watches, particularly expensive Rolex models, and encourages viewers to critically assess such investments. It highlights how impulsive spending on status symbols can detract from more meaningful financial goals and urges a reevaluation of priorities before making costly purchases. By presenting
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The video examines a $700 Omega Seamaster superclone through detailed microscopic analysis, revealing the level of craftsmanship involved and identifying potential imperfections that may affect performance and longevity. By magnifying the watch’s components, the inspection highlights how subtle variations in finishing and assembly can distinguish a well-made replica
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The Wren Vessel represents a bold departure for the micro‑brand, shifting from its vintage dive‑watch aesthetic to a futuristic, integrated sports watch. Featuring a square 904L stainless steel case with an angular, tonneau silhouette, the watch incorporates a seamless bracelet‑case design, a faceted sapphire crystal, and a
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The episode features a conversation with Guy Allen, Head of Sales at Elliot Brown Watches, who reflects on his four decades in the watch industry, from early work with LEGO watches to his current role. He discusses the brand’s development of rugged tool watches, collaborations with UK Tier One
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The Wren Vessel is presented as the brand’s inaugural integrated bracelet watch, showcasing a seamless blend of time‑keeping functionality and wearable design. This video review highlights the watch’s distinctive aesthetic, its limited‑edition status, and the craftsmanship that unites the bracelet and case into a single cohesive
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The video provides an in‑depth analysis of Rolex’s upcoming strategies, highlighting how the brand is positioning itself within the luxury market. It examines recent market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive dynamics, revealing the factors that are driving Rolex’s next moves and why they matter to both enthusiasts
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A consortium led by Montres Journe, together with Chanel and former De Bethune CEO Pierre Jacques, has acquired a 95 % stake in Ebel for US $66.5 million, leaving the remaining shares with the Movado Group. The partnership combines Chanel’s financial resources, François‑Paul Journe’s watchmaking expertise, and
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Sylvain Berneron, a former BMW designer who spent a decade at Richemont and another five years as chief product officer at Breitling, left the corporate world in September 2022 to launch his own independent watch brand. Drawing on his fine‑arts and industrial‑design background, he created the Mirage in
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The Bremton Supermarine Full Ceramic Deep Blue is a 500 m diver that combines a dark‑blue ceramic case with a slim 13 mm profile, delivering a casual yet refined aesthetic. Its Sellita SW300‑1 movement offers a 56‑hour power reserve in a thin 3.6 mm module, while
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The Wren Vessel is an integrated‑bracelet sports watch that marks the brand’s first departure from its dive‑watch roots. Designed by Max Resnick under the direction of founder Craig Karger, the watch features a distinctive sapphire crystal with curved outer facets and matching inner facets, reducing distortion and
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The Berneron story explores historical lessons while envisioning future designs, weaving together past experiences and forward-thinking concepts. It examines how earlier innovations and cultural shifts inform contemporary approaches, highlighting the importance of learning from history to shape sustainable and creative solutions. Through engaging visual storytelling, the video presents a
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The video examines Rolex’s long‑awaited recognition within the luxury watch community, emphasizing how the brand’s legacy and craftsmanship have finally been celebrated. It explores the cultural impact of Rolex, detailing its influence on enthusiasts and the broader market, and highlights the significance of this acknowledgment for the
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The new ice‑blue dials refresh Nomos’s Metro collection with a striking colour palette while preserving the original layout of the Metro Date Power Reserve and the Metro Neomatik 41 Update. The Date Power Reserve now houses the updated manual‑winding DUW 4701 movement, offering a quick‑set date,
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Glashütte Original and Meissen have teamed up again to release the Senator Meissen “Cherry Blossom,” a limited‑edition timepiece that celebrates the Japanese jugatsu‑zakura, a cherry blossom that blooms in colder months. The 40 mm red‑gold case houses a hand‑painted porcelain dial depicting delicate pink blossoms on
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Raymond Weil celebrated its heritage and future direction at a special event in Sydney, showcasing new releases such as the A.R.T collection, the limited‑edition Millesime Chronograph “The Fifty,” and a forthcoming grey‑dial variant of the Freelancer Complete Calendar. Highlights included a timeline of 25 historic models,
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The Citizen Promaster WaveTracker JV3000 is presented as a versatile watersports watch that combines analog and digital functions for sailing, diving, and coastal activities. Its 42.4 mm stainless‑steel case, 200 m water resistance, and comfortable rubber strap make it suitable for both everyday wear and demanding marine environments.
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The comparison examines two affordable quartz dive watches, the Casio Duro and the Timex Deepwater Meridian 200, focusing on real‑world wear experience rather than just specifications. The Casio Duro is praised for its strong community following, versatile strap options, reliable 2784 movement, solid 200‑meter water resistance, and a
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Pequignet has introduced the Royale Paris Chrono BPM, a new chronograph that blends traditional watchmaking with a beats‑per‑minute (BPM) tempo tracker inspired by French Touch electronic music. Housed in a 39.5 mm stainless‑steel case with a gradient electric‑blue‑to‑black dial, the watch features a
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The episode explores recent breakthroughs and debates shaping the watch industry, highlighting innovative materials such as sapphire cases on G‑Shock models, collaborations like Porsche Design’s reinterpretation of a classic military chronograph, and the surprising affordability of Formex’s titanium timepiece. It also delves into more extravagant releases, including
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The Tisset Supersport NBA chronograph celebrates over a decade of partnership between Tissot and the NBA, translating iconic basketball elements into a sleek timepiece. Featuring a 42 mm sandblasted steel case, matte grey dial, and a 24‑second bezel that mirrors the shot clock, the watch incorporates subtle court‑inspired
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Peacock’s new Tai Chi Curved Guilloche Triple‑Axis Tourbillon showcases a remarkable blend of traditional craftsmanship and cutting‑edge micro‑engineering. Housed in an 18k white‑gold, lug‑less case measuring 43.5 mm in diameter and 14.95 mm thick, the watch features a convex, hand‑guilloché dial
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The Jacob & Co. Palatial Flying Tourbillon Minute Repeater returns in a 2026 limited edition of just 12 pieces, featuring an 18k rose‑gold 43 mm case, a red transparent mineral dial, and a hand‑wound JCCM04 calibre with a one‑minute flying tourbillon, minute repeater, and cathedral gongs. The
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The limited‑edition Gerald Charles Maestro GC Sport Tennis Turquoise is a new 39 mm titanium watch designed specifically for tennis. Its distinctive “smiling” case, matte Darkblast finish, and sapphire crystal back combine with a heavy‑grain turquoise dial that fades into teal tones, while polished paddle hands and lozenge
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Timex’s new Marlin Chatham Automatic expands the Marlin line with a 36 mm cushion‑case dress watch that blends mid‑century styling and coastal charm. The stainless‑steel case measures 44.5 mm lug‑to‑lug, 12 mm thick, and offers 50 m water resistance, while the dial features
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Atelier de Chronométrie presents the AdC16, a bespoke two‑counter chronograph built on a Valjoux 23 base with extensive upgrades. Housed in a compact 36 mm case that combines stainless steel and 18 k yellow gold, the watch features a black galvanic gilt‑style dial, yellow‑gold applied markers, and
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The DUG Purist Typ 1 and Typ 2 are entry‑level luxury watches from Deutsche Uhrenmanufaktur Glashütte that aim to combine traditional Glashütte craftsmanship with competitive pricing. Both models are available in 40 mm (and 37 mm) cases, feature a stainless‑steel case with polished and brushed finishes, and are
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The Hong Kong Watch and Clock Fair showcased a vibrant mix of traditional and innovative watchmaking, drawing around 17,000 trade buyers from 115 countries. Highlights included the Salon de TIME, where over 150 brands presented finished watches and wearables, and the Swiss Independent Watch Pavilion, which emphasized Swiss precision
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The 2026 Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance, held on October 4 at Fort Adams in Newport, Rhode Island, featured a record‑setting 185 automobiles, highlighting the synergy between high‑end watchmaking and classic cars. A. Lange & Söhne celebrated its fourth year of partnership with the event, showcasing a gallery
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Join Hodinkee’s next Happy Hour at Grotta for a relaxed evening of drinks, pizza, and conversation as New York Watch Week kicks off. The event gathers watch enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the Hodinkee team—including the Editor‑in‑Chief and Deputy Editor—for networking and community building in a
