New Watches

Introducing: Orient Star M34 F8 Date Meteorite 75th Anniversary

Editorial Staff

16 Feb 2026 — 1 min read

Orient Star celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2026 with the introduction of the M34 F8 Date Meteorite Limited Edition, a watch featuring a unique meteorite dial. This edition stands out as the first from Orient Star to incorporate a meteorite dial, showcasing a naturally occurring Widmanstätten pattern that is impossible to replicate. The watch's grey-silver tone is enhanced by a silver vapour-deposited anti-corrosion coating, and each of the 255 pieces in this limited run possesses its own individuality. The watch also includes a date display and a power reserve indicator, which adds practical functionality to its striking design. Housed in a 40mm stainless steel case and 12.9mm thick, the watch maintains a modern aesthetic while being water-resistant up to 100 meters. It is powered by the in-house automatic calibre F8N64, featuring a silicon escape wheel and providing a 60-hour power reserve with an accuracy of +15 to -5 seconds per day. Priced at EUR 3,250, the M34 F8 Date Meteorite combines technical innovation with distinctive materials, marking a significant milestone for Orient Star.

Read the full article from Monochrome Watches

Winners Take All: How a Handful of Brands Dominate the Secondary Market

The secondary market for luxury watches is experiencing significant growth, with industry data revealing that a small number of brands dominate the market. Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet together account for over 50% of the total transaction value, highlighting the disparity in value distribution among brands. While most major

Rare Paul Newman Rolex Daytona could fetch £120,000 at upcoming Fellows auction

A rare Paul Newman Rolex Daytona will be featured in the upcoming Fellows auction on February 26, 2026, with an estimated value between $109,000 and $164,000. This specific model, known as Lot 50, is part of a series that originated in 1963 when Rolex first introduced the Cosmograph,

The 10 Largest Watch Brands in 2025 - Rolex Still the Undisputed King

In 2025, the watch industry faces significant challenges, with declining exports and sales affecting large conglomerates. Despite these difficulties, Rolex remains the dominant leader, generating sales exceeding CHF 10 billion, which is greater than the combined sales of its next five competitors. The industry is becoming increasingly oligopolistic, with the

The case for quantity over "quality"

The discussion centers on the notion of prioritizing quantity over quality when it comes to building a watch collection, particularly in comparison to purchasing a single iconic watch like the Rolex Datejust. With a budget of $15,500, the argument is made that one could instead curate an entire collection

Read more

Winners Take All: How a Handful of Brands Dominate the Secondary Market

Rare Paul Newman Rolex Daytona could fetch £120,000 at upcoming Fellows auction

The 10 Largest Watch Brands in 2025 - Rolex Still the Undisputed King

The case for quantity over "quality"