What We Know Italian microbrand (if we can still call it that) Unimatic have partnered up with streetwear media platform Highsnobiety and German car manufacturer RUF Automobile (which turns 85 this year) on two new versions of the Modello Tre U3. If you’re familiar with Unimatic’s catalog, then both U3-RUF should look somewhat familiar.  The…

We’re back with another episode of Hodinkee Radio. In addition to the podcast feed, each episode also has video, so swing by Hodinkee’s YouTube channel (or watch below). Only want the audio? It’s being published to the same old Hodinkee Radio feed, so check your feeds or subscribe wherever you find podcasts (try Apple Podcasts,…

Back in 2014, Urwerk created its first EMC watch (EMC stands for Electronic Mechanical Control), which was a revolutionary timepiece with a micro-generator and an integrated timing machine that enabled wearers to track the mechanical precision of their watches and adjust them to compensate for small environmental irregularities. Now, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of…

For the new Mido Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961 Limited Edition, the brand decided to release a black PVD version. At first, this might be surprising due to the Decompression Timer’s colorful dial. If you think about it a little longer, though, it makes sense. The black overall aesthetic ensures that the dial truly pops.…

What We Know In 1970, one of the most famed, feared, and phenomenal aircraft in history – the SR-71 Blackbird – had a catastrophic incident. The plane, number 61-7970, went down 20 miles east of El Paso, Texas, after a collision with the KC-135Q (59-1474) refueling tanker. The pilot and his RSO (Reconnaissance Systems Officer)…

Rolex surprised us all when the brand launched a Submariner with a green bezel in 2003. The stainless steel Sub was steadily monochromatic during the five preceding decades, so this was a bit of a shocker. The model was soon nicknamed “Kermit.” More than two decades later, it seems green is here to stay. We…

For 2024, Swiss Hublot released a new limited-edition version (only the second style so far) of one of its more niche high-end horology items. That being the Hublot (Masterpiece) MP-13, known more casually as the Tourbillon Bi-Axis Retrograde. The first version of the Hublot MP-13 Tourbillon Bi-Axis Retrograde came out in 2023 as a titanium…

Since its introduction in 2020, the Longines Spirit collection has become very popular. That’s understandable due to its modern design and great finishing. It also helps that many different versions cater to anyone’s needs. In 2023, Longines added a Spirit Flyback alongside its regular Spirit Chronograph. Upon its release, the Spirit Flyback was available in…