What We Know For Watches and Wonders 2025, Alpina Watches has announced a group of new models, the most important of which, to my vintage-loving heart, is the Heritage Tropic Proof. Following the successful launch of the Heritage Automatic and other vintage-inspired pieces, Alpina is bringing back one of its best time-only options of old,…

What We Know The Frederique Constant Perpetual Calendar has been one of if not the premiere affordable mechanical perpetual calendar on the market. Whether it’s a Highlife or Classic collection model, it’s the measuring stick any other maker on a budget has had to contend with. Now it’s back with a brand new movement and…

We’re used to outlandish creations from Ulysse Nardin, but today’s Diver Air may be the most extreme yet. The brand set out to create the world’s lightest mechanical dive watch and has gloriously succeeded. Intriguingly, several collaborators were brought on board, including materials companies that normally work on automobiles. Ulysse Nardin takes me back to…

One of the many reasons that I like to study Rolex is all the branding efforts it makes to promote its watches. No, I’m not talking about the paid celebrity endorsements, glossy magazine spreads, or dramatic TV ads — I’m speaking about the extra distance the Swiss watchmaking giant goes to brand as many components…

Grand Seiko introduced a wide variety of novelties at Watches and Wonders this year. The new U.F.A. models are, without a doubt, the most important ones. However, a humble highlight that also stands out for us is the new Grand Seiko “Kiri” SBGW323. This new addition to the Heritage collection combines a modestly sized 36.5mm 44GS-style…

There’s no denying it: 2025 truly is a year of anniversary parties. Some traditional watchmaking houses are celebrating centuries of Haute Horlogerie craftsmanship, while many individual watches are throwing birthday parties. Hublot is celebrating two decades of Big Bang watches this year. The outspoken sports watch is still going strong and continuing to evolve. To…

One brand stands out to me in the avalanche of new releases during Watches and Wonders this year. Jaeger-LeCoultre has created a remarkable series of new Reversos displaying an extensive range of models. The stellar Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds in pink gold on the mesh bracelet is the absolute standout. For me, it is…

The Swiss watch industry was sent reeling after US President Donald Trump threatened massive tariffs on imports to the biggest market for Swiss timepieces. In a speech Wednesday, Trump announced sweeping tariffs on more than 100 countries and trading partners, including China, India, and nations in the European Union. Trump showed a chart listing a…