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Dispatch: On The Scene At The 100th Running Of The 24 Hours Of Le Mans, The World’s Most Famous Endurance Race
There are some dreams that never came true for me. Going to the moon (I’ll never get over this); and becoming a race car driver (there’s still hope, right?). I couldn’t tell you how first-grade me knew what the 24 Hours of Le Mans was, but he knew, and knew he wanted to be there — driving, of course. However, life happens the way it does and things change. NASA conveniently decides to set out for the […]
Read moreIntroducing: The Longines Spirit Zulu Time – Now In 39mm
What We Know Last year, Longines introduced the Zulu Time, a collection of six watches in the Spirit family that featured a “flyer” GMT, as my editor James Stacey would call it (that’s a jumping local 12-hour hand, as opposed to the “caller” GMT with a jumping 24-hour hand – for those not familiar with Staceyisms). Look at the comments of that article from last March, and you’ll notice a couple of things: First, at under $3,000, […]
Read moreHands-On: A Ride With Legendary Cyclist Fabian Cancellara And His Team’s Exclusive Tudor Black Bay Chrono
A few weeks ago, Tudor invited me to join a group bike ride that would include the world-famous cyclist Fabian Cancellara. If you’re not big into the world of cycling, let me tell you a little something; Cancellara is a LEGEND. His accolades include multiple Olympic gold medals and world championships in the time trial, eight stage wins at the Tour de France, and a ton of wins at the biggest one-day classic races the world has […]
Read moreIntroducing: The Citizen Series 8 GMT
What We Know Citizen is back with a brand-new GMT based on their higher-end Series 8 platform. These new models join the existing line of time-and-date integrated bracelet steel sports watches with a trio of new references powered by the brand’s travel-friendly mechanical GMT movement. With a pair in steel rocking the go-to colors for a GMT and a gold-tone LE, these upmarket Citizens blend several known concepts into a single watch with everyday appeal and time […]
Read moreIntroducing: The Archiwatch Classic Two-Tone, Inspired By The Calatrava 96 (With Live Pics)
What We Know This is the Archiwatch Classic Two-Tone. It’s designed as an homage to the original Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 96, but rendered in a modern package. It comes from the mind of Richard Ménasé, a French dealer who’s previously had his hand in the design of limited editions with Merci Instruments. The Archiwatch is a minimal, easy-wearing take on the vintage Calatrava that should appeal to fans of brands like Merci and Baltic that take […]
Read morePre-Owned Picks: A Rolex GMT, A 40mm Speedmaster, And A TAG Heuer Named After The Temple Of Speed
Each week, we proudly showcase a meticulously curated collection of pre-owned timepieces available in the Hodinkee Shop. This week, our selection includes a remarkable Rolex GMT that predates the introduction of ceramic elements, a timeless member of the renowned Tank line, IWC’s nod to one of the great aviator’s other accomplishment, the finest-sized Omega Speedmaster ever produced, and a watch named after a racetrack. So, sit back, unwind, and embark on a captivating journey as you delve […]
Read moreHappenings: Bulgari’s Serpenti Exhibit Opens In NYC
I think it’s safe to say I have a Serpenti obsession. Lucky for me (and other New York City residents), Bulgari has just opened a new pop-up in the Meatpacking District to celebrate the Serpenti’s 75th anniversary. The exhibition has all kinds of historical Serpenti treats on offer: from the highly stylized gold Tubogas Serpentis first created in the late 1940s (fit with outsourced movements and dials signed by the likes of JLC, Movado, and Vacheron) to […]
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