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The ArtyA Purity Wavy Central Tourbillon showcases a striking use of color-changing sapphire in its design, featuring a prominent flying tourbillon that dominates the dial while time is displayed by two floating arrows. The watch is powered by the impressive PUR-T5 movement, boasting a 72-hour power reserve, and comes in
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The new Hanhart Silva watch features a polished stainless steel case with a diameter of 38.5mm and a thickness of 10mm, available in two elegant dial colors: pastel pink (Rosé) and light green (Pistachio). It offers high-contrast hands, bold hour markers, and a historic logo, ensuring excellent legibility. Powered
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In Episode 15 of the SJX Podcast, Brandon discusses insights gained from Citizen's Super Titanium event in Paris, where he conversed with the brand's materials engineer. The episode also features SJX's perspectives on the new Cartier Santos crafted from titanium, highlighting how different brands
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Girard-Perregaux celebrates the 50th anniversary of its iconic Laureato watch with the launch of the limited edition Laureato Fifty, a 39-mm two-tone timepiece limited to just 200 pieces. This watch combines the brand's rich heritage of horological craftsmanship with contemporary design, featuring a distinctive octagonal bezel, a tonneau-shaped
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The photo report highlights the Fall 2025 auction by Monaco Legend Group, showcasing a variety of remarkable timepieces, including a record-setting Rolex ref. 6062 that sold for €4.25 million. Attendees, including notable collectors and dealers, engaged in bidding and discussions over unique watches, such as a customized Tudor chronograph
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The F.P.Journe Young Talent Competition, established in 2015, celebrates its 10th anniversary by inviting talented individuals worldwide to submit their horological creations for evaluation by a jury of experts. Renowned watchmaker François-Paul Journe, who faced personal challenges in his youth, initiated the competition to give back to the
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Longines has revived its Ultra-Chron line with the introduction of the Ultra-Chron Classic, which features a high-frequency automatic movement and a vintage design enhanced for modern precision and durability. Originally launched in 1967, the Ultra-Chron line is known for its pioneering high-beat precision, highlighted by the new Caliber L836.6
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The Earthen Co. Summit Watch offers an appealing blend of affordability and quality with its ceramic case design, priced at $899. This watch features a classic field watch style with a 38mm wide, 10mm thick white high-tech ceramic case that combines durability and lightness, making it comfortable for daily wear.
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The Breguet Classique 7225, celebrating the brand’s 250th anniversary, showcases an inventive cal. 74SC movement operating at an impressive 10 Hz, ensuring remarkable precision of within one second per day. This timepiece features a striking dial inspired by early 19th-century tourbillon pocket watches, with a unique layout that includes
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The latest episode of the ABTW Weekly Podcast delves into the chaotic yet fascinating world of watch collecting, featuring discussions on recent watch events in New York City and insights from a survey revealing that most collectors spend less than expected and share interests like playing guitar. The hosts engage
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The Movado Heritage 1917 Automatic 35mm watch combines a historic square design with modern functionality, featuring a Swiss Made automatic movement and enhanced drainage capabilities to prevent root rot. It caters to both men and women, leaning into the trend of smaller watches, while its comfortable case and elegant aesthetics
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As the price of gold surpasses $4,300 per ounce, luxury watch brands are shifting towards alternative materials like ceramic, titanium, and sapphire to maintain profit margins. These materials not only reduce production costs compared to gold but also appeal to modern consumers who value design and technology over traditional
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The podcast episode explores the second most valuable watch auctioned after Paul Newman's iconic timepiece, delving into various intriguing Rolex models that may not be as widely recognized. Erik and Max discuss unique nicknames and notable features of these watches, highlighting stories that are often overlooked. Listeners can
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Van Cleef & Arpels has opened its first boutique in Hamburg, occupying 500 square meters across two levels, making it the largest location in Germany. The boutique features a unique façade design inspired by the Elbe metropolis and offers an inviting atmosphere with a bar lounge, private areas, and exclusive
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The piece discusses three vintage Seiko watches that are both affordable and noteworthy for collectors. It highlights the Seiko Skyliner as a well-designed, manually wound watch, particularly the 1965 ref. 6220-9970 and the no-date ref. 6220-8010, which showcase modernist design elements. The Seiko Lord Marvel is presented as Japan'
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The piece explores six innovative timepieces from independent watchmakers, highlighting their unique designs and creative approaches. Kollokium's Projekt 02 FFF&F Edition features a vibrant, layered dial and is marketed through a limited release to previous owners. Louis Erard's 2340 Collection represents the brand'
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Bad Bunny's watch collection is a vibrant reflection of his bold personality and creativity, featuring a range of unique timepieces from rare vintage icons to custom-made masterpieces. Each watch tells its own story, symbolizing his cultural pride and refusal to conform. Highlights include the Rolex Day-Date 18038 "
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François-Henry Bennahmias, former head of Audemars Piguet, and Michael Friedman, the company's head of complications, have both launched new ventures following their departures from AP. Friedman has introduced Pattern Recognition, showcasing its first model, the B-Theory, a curved astronomical tourbillon wristwatch set to launch in 2026. This innovative
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Francis Ford Coppola’s unique F.P. Journe FFC Prototype watch will be auctioned in New York on December 6-7, 2025, with bids starting at $1 million. This timepiece, designed through a collaboration between Coppola and watchmaker François-Paul Journe, features a human hand to indicate time and is considered one
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Choosing a holiday watch can lead to a state of "horological paralysis," especially before a big trip to Europe. The dilemma is to find a reliable, low-maintenance watch that is discreet enough to avoid attracting unwanted attention in pickpocket-prone areas. The Rolex Sea-Dweller, while a robust option, is
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The luxury sector is increasingly facing threats from theft and fraud, particularly as the popularity of watches and jewelry as investment assets grows. To safeguard collections, registering items with databases like The Watch Register, which specializes in lost and stolen luxury goods, is essential. Founded in 2014 as a response
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Patek Philippe's technical evolution in watchmaking spans from its inception in 1839 to present advancements, characterized by a commitment to precision, durability, and aesthetic harmony. The company has gradually integrated innovations, starting with Jean Adrien Philippe's keyless winding system, moving through the transition from pocket to
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Aziz Ansari's feature directorial debut, Good Fortune, prominently features a 1978 Rolex Daytona, which plays a significant symbolic role in the narrative. The watch, dubbed "Pretty Baby," is used to explore themes of identity and materialism as it transitions from a birthday gift to an object
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Francis Ford Coppola's unique F.P. Journe watch, known as the FCC Prototype, is set to be auctioned and could fetch over $1 million. This remarkable timepiece, created from a collaboration between Coppola and watchmaker François-Paul Journe, features a human hand mechanism to indicate time, making it the
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Ivan Berets, a recent graduate from a Swiss watchmaking school, is launching his debut timepieces, the Series 1 Oscuro and Levante, which reflect his craftsmanship and personal journey. Based in Italy, Berets emphasizes creating watches that fit well and are enjoyable to wear, drawing inspiration from his background as a
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Patek Philippe has achieved remarkable sales growth in the UK, with a turnover increase of 12.4% to £360 million for the fiscal year ending January 31, 2025, outperforming both Rolex and Audemars Piguet, which saw only a 2.4% and 7% rise in sales, respectively. Despite the broader economic
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The Sinn U50 B combines professional diving capabilities with a sleek blue design, featuring a durable 41mm case that enhances everyday wear. Its matte blue dial ensures legibility, while luminescent hour markers and hands provide visibility in low light. Engineered for resilience, the watch is made from seawater-resistant submarine steel
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The Garmin fēnix 8 Pro is a robust and feature-rich smartwatch designed for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes, boasting a 51mm case and the best AMOLED screen on the market, which provides vibrant colors and clarity. It offers advanced features such as multiband GPS, topo maps, and dive-rated buttons, making it
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Elka Watch Co is set to showcase its neo-vintage elegance and Swiss craftsmanship at the WatchPro Salon 2025 in London, featuring distinct collections such as the X Series, Classic D Series, N Series, and Arinis dive watches. The brand, relaunched in 2022, draws inspiration from its heritage, with designs that