Less than a month ago, Chopard launched the first worldtimer in the Chopard L.U.C collection. The new Chopard L.U.C Time Traveler One is available in three different metals: stainless steel, 18K rose gold and platinum. While all iterations are really nice, our ultimate favorite is the platinum version with its blue-tinge grey dial. Fitted with a 42 mm case in 950 platinum with alternating satin brushed and mirror polished areas, the new Chopard L.U.C Time Traveler One is yet another perfect addition to the Chopard timepieces collection.
Insider: Naissance d'une Montre Le Garde Temps. Hands-on with an Exceptional Fully Handmade Timepiece.
When you see on a watch dial with the names 'Greubel Forsey' and 'Philippe Dufour' together, you know it has to be something really big and special. The Le Garde Temps Naissance d'une Montre project lead by Robert Greubel, Stephen Forsey and Philippe Dufour is one of the most fascinating horological projects in the world.
Insider: Bovet 1822 Récital 18 The Shooting Star. Hands-on with a Truly Impressive Timepiece Like No Other.
Bovet is a brand that we haven't feature enough at WCL but the Bovet Récital 18 The Shooting Star is one of those mystical watches that can't go unattended. A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of being around this fascinating timepiece and we couldn't miss the opportunity to work on a hands-on review of our favorite watch from this manufacture.
Insider: MB&F Horological Machine No. 8 HM8 Can-Am. Hands-on with a Very Impressive Timepiece with a Very Unique Case Construction.
A little bit over a month ago, we brought you the news about the release of the new MB&F HM8 Can-Am. Since we know how much you guys like to read about MB&F timepieces here on WCL, we decided to finally post our hands-on review of this impressive timepiece.
Watch Goodies: Patek Philippe 'The Authorized Biography'. The Definitive History of the Legendary Swiss Manufacture, A Must Read.
A must have and a must read. Patek Philippe: The Authorized Biography is the definitive history of the legendary Swiss manufacture written by Nicholas Foulkes, an acclaimed specialist in art and horology. Spanning over 500 pages and more than 600 images, this work describes the evolution of the independent Genevan manufacture from its beginnings in 1839 to the present.
Insider: Presenting the New Chopard L.U.C GMT One 18K Rose Gold. Hands-on with One of the Most Beautiful Chocolate Brown Color Scheme Timepieces Out There.
If you like chocolate brown dials and watches that come with a chocolate brown color scheme, then you are going to love this watch. The new Chopard L.U.C GMT One in 18K rose gold ref. 161943-5001 was just released last week at Salon QP in London and we are already bringing you our hands-on review of it. This new timepiece from the young manufacture from Fleurier who is celebrating its 20th anniversary, is a perfect addition to the L.U.C Complications collection from Chopard.
News: Presenting the New Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Memovox Boutique Edition. A Remarkable Reinterpretation of the Memovox Snowdrop.
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s earliest automatic alarm watch is celebrating the 60th birthday of its automatic movement with a very special release of the new Master Memovox Boutique Edition. This is an enduring story that brings pleasure to all Jaeger-LeCoultre devotees, whether they have the soul of a collector or simply a deep appreciation of objects with personality and infused with legend. To mark the occasion, an exclusive edition will be available in Jaeger-LeCoultre Boutiques around the world starting in November 2016.
News: Presenting the New Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Fire. A Watchmaking Breakthrough That Only A Few Master.
Today, we bring you some very exciting news from Armin Strom as they unveil one of the most complicated timepieces out there. We are talking about the new Mirrored Force Resonance Fire that taps into one of the most complicated horological feats and a complication only attempted and mastered by just a few like F.P. Journe and Breguet. Well, today Armin Strom joins the ranks along with these two other brands with the launch of the new Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Fire timepiece that is the second complication from this young manufacture from Biel.
Insider: MB&F Caran d'Ache Astrograph Pen. Hands-on with the 99-Piece Limited Edition Writing Instrument Shaped Like a Rocket.
As you guys know, MB&F always bring the most creative thinking to watches, clocks, musical boxes and now mechanical pens. MB&F are the makers of all things cool and their newest addition is the rocket-shaped pen designed and manufactured in collaboration with the most reputable Swiss writing instruments maker, Caran d'Ache. Complete with rocket-shaped fuselage, a miniature astronaut, shock-absorbing “switchblade” landing gear and a case designed like a launch pad, the new MB&F Astrograph is nothing short of uber cool.
Insider: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-Thin ref. 15202OR. Hands-on with a Grail of All Grails.
For many, owning an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 'Jumbo' in stainless steel is a milestone in their watch collecting life; however, for those of us that off-that, adding the 18K rose gold model to the collection is simply acquiring the grail of all grails. The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-Thin ref. 15202 is the closest one can get to owning a Royal Oak Jumbo ref. 5402ST from 1972 in terms of wearability, size and looks.
Video: Watch Collecting Lifestyle x Arnold & Son. A Night Filled with Tequila and Watch Collectors in Mexico City.
Here's a brief video recap of the special dinner with hosted with Arnold & Son during the SIAR 2016 in Mexico City with a very exclusive group of watch collectors from Mexico. An article about this event coming up later this week. For now, enjoy this short video.
Video: Watch Collecting Lifestyle at the SIAR 2016 Mexico City. Live the Largest Watch Show in Latin America.
The 10th edition of the 'Salón Internacional Alta Relojería México' SIAR 2016 took place from October 17th through the 20th at the St. Regis Hotel in Mexico City and we were there to provide our usual media coverage. The SIAR is the most important watch show in Latin America for exhibiting, promoting and selling fine timepieces in the region.
Insider: Arnold & Son TB88 Gunmetal Limited Edition. Hands-on with a Stunning 5-Piece Limited Edition Timepiece.
The Arnold & Son TB88 model is not only one of the very first watches from this manufacture but also a tribute to John Arnold's earliest known pocket watch, of which the original case bears the number '88'. The new TB88 Gunmetal maintains all the original cues of the first Arnold & Son TB88 but this time with a gorgeous sandblasted gunmetal grey DLC stainless steel case paying homage to the English gunsmith tradition.
Insider: Vacheron Constanin Harmony Complete Calendar ref. 4000S. Hands-on with our Favorite Pre-SIHH 2017 Timepiece from Vacheron Constantin.
On the occasion of its 260th anniversary, Vacheron Constantin unveiled the Harmony collection at the SIHH 2015 and on October 5, 2016 Pre-SIHH 2017 they unveiled the new Harmony Complete Calendar. This new watch with a vintage inspired aura is housed in an 18K 5N rose gold cushion-shaped case measuring 40 mm x 49.3 mm x 11 mm thick.
Insider: Presenting the New Hublot Big Bang Black Jaguar-White Tiger Foundation Special Edition. Hands-on with the 50-Piece Limited Edition in Red Gold.
Last week in Mexico City, Hublot released a handful of new watches that are exclusively available throughout Mexico's finest authorized dealers carrying the brand. The new Hublot Big Bang Black Jaguar-White Tiger Foundation Special Edition is available in three different materials as follows: 50 pieces in 18K red gold, 100 pieces in stainless steel and 100 pieces in black ceramic. Designed in collaboration with Eduardo Serio —founder of BJWT—, this new watch not only supports a great cause behind it but it also spreads the message of 'loving one another as well as all living beings around us'.
Insider: Zenith El Primero Chronomaster 1969 Cohiba Edition. Hands-on with a Cuban-at-Heart Timepiece in a 500-Piece Limited Edition.
As you guys know, here at WCL we are serious cigar lovers and when it comes to Habanos, Cohiba is one of our favorites. About four months ago, we brought you the news on the new Zenith El Primero Chronomaster 1969 Cohiba Limited Edition. Back then with the Cuban Embargo in full force, a press sample of the watch making it into the U.S. was simply out of the question.
Photo Gallery: A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar in Platinum. Doesn't get much better than this.
Today, we want to keep it simple and short. Therefore, we are bringing you this photo gallery of the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar. This exceptional timepiece presented at the SIHH 2013 was awarded two prizes at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève 2013. Not only it received the Grande Complication Prize but also the Public Prize. This fascinating timepiece available in Platinum or Pink Gold is not only amazing from an horological standpoint but also extraordinary when it comes to its visual appeal and looks.
Insider: Presenting the New Richard Mille RM 11-02 Dual Time Zone Jet Black Limited Edition. Hands-on, Live Pictures and Pricing.
In an 88-piece limited edition, the new Richard Mille RM 11-02 Flyback Chronograph Dual Time Zone Jet Black Limited Edition was presented yesterday at the SIAR 2016 in Mexico City, from where we are currently reporting. These are the very first live pictures of the new Richard Mille Jet Black that we were able to capture yesterday as we went hands-on with the watch. Ultra light, dark and ready for flight.
Rare Bird: A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Luminous in Platinum. One of the 100 Pieces Ever Made.
Without a doubt, one of the most unique and coolest watches from A. Lange & Söhne is the Zeitwerk model. However, if you want to think of an even cooler Zeitwerk —if that is even possible—, you need to think of the 100-piece limited edition Zeitwerk Luminous in platinum ref. 140.035. Originally launched in 2010, this is one of the most coveted Lange timepieces out there as the 100 pieces that were made, quickly sold out.
Insider: Patek Philippe ref. 1518 in Stainless Steel to be Auctioned at the Phillips Auction FOUR. Hands-on with the 'Once in a Lifetime Opportunity' Timepiece.
A few weeks ago we brought you the news about the upcoming Phillips Auction FOUR Taking place on November 12th and 13th of this year at Hôtel La Réserve in Genève. Today, we bring you our special coverage with our usual live pictures of three lots that for sure will be record-breaking. These three exceptional Patek Philippe ref. 1518 Perpetual Calendar Chronographs in stainless steel, rose gold and yellow gold are unlike any other watches we've seen at auction lately.
