When we introduced you to the new combination of a Rolex 1908 in yellow gold paired with a Settimo bracelet on April 1st, the price of the full-gold ensemble was CHF 33,400. On that same date, the cost of gold was reported at US$3,120.93 per ounce. As I write this on June 10th, the price…

We’re back with the latest release from Brellum. The new Pandial Marina Tricompax Chronometer LE is a nautically inspired chronograph available in two case materials. Brellum may be a small brand, but buyers can expect a finely finished watch with a flourish of details. Plus, the customer service experience is unique and often includes founder…

Today on Fratello Talks, Nacho, Thomas, and Lex join forces to discuss the topic of watch styling for enthusiasts, sharing some of their thoughts, opinions, and methods. Though some people like to think of watches as functional objects, they are closer to fashion accessories in today’s world. As much as that might sound like blasphemy…

In mid-week watch business news, there’s a significant change in the corner office at independent brand De Bethune, while the biggest online dedicated marketplace for pre-owned watches is sporting a different look and message under its new CEO. Pierre Jacques is stepping aside as Chief Executive Officer of Swiss brand De Bethune, a role he…

Tuesday afternoon at Sotheby’s on York Avenue in Manhattan, the gavel fell for the final time this spring and early summer, wrapping another auction season. With a moment to breathe after sales all across the world from the four major houses, we can begin to digest. These days, at the end of this season as…

Chrono24 is the world’s largest marketplace for watches and today they’re launching its new brand identity and global brand campaign “Time Is Our Thing.” Chrono24 Since its inception in 2003, Chrono24 has established itself as the international marketplace for luxury watches, offering a staggering selection of approximately 560,000 timepieces. With around 3,000 dealers and 60,000…

2025 marks the 38th consecutive year for Chopard as the World Sponsor and Official Timekeeper of what Enzo Ferrari described as “la corsa più bella del mondo,” the “Most Beautiful Race In The World” — Mille Miglia. This time, Chopard returns with two new iterations on familiar Mille Miglia models, the GTS and the Classic…

Despite its growing successes across other segments, Breitling stands as something of a dark horse in the vintage-inspired dive watch space. The modern Superocean Heritage collection (outside of the more faithful Superocean Heritage ’57) has plenty of unique vintage hallmarks to choose from, but recent iterations have tended to feel too conservative and too safe…