The Nodus Contrail is the Los Angeles-based microbrand’s flagship travel watch, and while I’ve always been a fan of both Nodus and the Contrail series, I’ve historically felt that the collection’s potential was somewhat stifled by the movements available within the industry. Up until just a couple of years ago, there weren’t any viable options…

Christopher Ward might have another hit on its hands. The brand’s new C60 Trident Lumière is an impressive titanium dive watch with a dial that cranks legibility in the dark up to 11. And that’s not the entire story. This new addition to the Christopher Ward collection perfectly blends specs with looks, which is why…

In the 1999 movie The Talented Mr. Ripley, the character Dickie Greenleaf, who takes over Tom Ripley’s life, says, “‘See Venice and die,’ is what they say? Or is it Rome?” Well, Dickie, the city you’re looking for is Naples. But I have to admit I also thought Goethe once wrote that it was Venice. I…

Well. Here’s something I don’t think anyone was expecting: a collab between H. Moser & Cie. and Studio Underd0g. Both brands are certainly known for having their bits of fun, whether it be a Swiss Cheese watch or a strawberries and cream chronograph. And brands all across the market have been working together or bringing…

What We Know Earlier this year, at Watches & Wonders in April, A. Lange & Söhne kicked off the celebrations for both the 30th anniversary of the brand as well as the 25th anniversary of the Datograph. Two show-stopper novelties were introduced: the 125-piece Datograph Up/Down Limited Edition in white gold and the 50-piece Datograph…

The Oris Aquis is one of the brand’s most successful watches. Its modern and muscular looks are a hit. No wonder the people in Hölstein put a lot of effort into bringing out new versions every so often. This April, a new version of the Oris Aquis Date was presented with updates regarding ergonomics, aesthetics,…

What We Know In case you missed the headlines, today marks the start of Geneva Watch Days, and we have our first big surprise reveal for the show as the Russian independent brand Konstantin Chaykin shared a new prototype watch called the ThinKing – and it’s just 1.65mm thick (or thin).  For those not following…

At a press conference in Geneva today, independent brands Ming, Fleming, and J.N. Shapiro announced a new brand alliance called the Alternative Horological Alliance. The goal is to take three brands that have thought outside the traditional watchmaking structures and combine their experience, passion, and knowledge to continue along that path and foster other brands…