Here at WCL, we have paired many Panerai watches with Cuban cigars, and we can’t think of a better way to honor Mr. Angelo Bonati—former CEO of Panerai for 21 years—who passed away yesterday, than with a special post about cigars and one of our favorite old school Panerai watches, the Panerai Luminor Marina PAM 26K 'Destro' and a Panerai Luminor 1950 PAM 372.
Breaking News: Angelo Bonati The Visionary Behind Panerai's Transformation Has Passed Away
We learned this morning through our friends at @Club.Panerai and Revolution Magazine that Mr. Angelo Bonati former CEO of Panerai passed away yesterday May 15, 2025. Mr. Angelo Bonati is widely recognized as the driving force behind Panerai's remarkable transformation from a small Italian watchmaker into a global luxury brand in the course of a 21-year leadership.
Introducing: Omega Revives Iconic Railmaster Design with New Gradient Dials
Omega's beloved Railmaster watch returns this year with fresh color gradients and a clean aesthetic that honors its heritage. Originally launched in 1957 as part of Omega’s ‘Professional Line’ trilogy, the Railmaster was specifically designed for railway professionals during an era of scientific advancement. It joined the Speedmaster—for racing drivers—and Seamaster 300—for divers—in Omega's functional professional collection.
Introducing: HYT S1 5N Gold 'Fally Ipupa' Limited Edition. When Hydromechanical Horology and Music Intersect.
HYT proudly introduces its first collaborative timepiece with internationally acclaimed Congolese artist Fally Ipupa. This exclusive release represents a perfect fusion of Swiss watchmaking innovation and contemporary cultural artistry. Limited to just 8 pieces worldwide, the S1 5N Gold Limited Edition ‘Fally Ipupa’ showcases HYT's revolutionary fluidic technology. Its 45.3 mm case is exquisitely crafted in 5N Gold and black DLC-coated titanium and each piece bears the artist's signature on the sapphire crystal back case.
Insider: Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton 8 Days Black DLC Titanium. Where Italian Artistry Meets Swiss Precision.
A breathtaking fusion of Italian design philosophy and Swiss watchmaking mastery, the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton 8 Days in black DLC titanium represents the pinnacle of contemporary haute horlogerie. This exceptional timepiece captivates with its bold monochromatic aesthetic rendered in premium grade 5 black DLC titanium, creating a powerful yet sophisticated presence on the wrist.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Grand Complication Openface. The First Minute Repeater in this Collection.
To continue the celebration of its 270th anniversary, the new Overseas Grand Complication Openface introduces the first minute-repeater in Vacheron Constantin's distinguished Overseas line. The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Grand Complication Openface is a testament to horological innovation, born from an extensive development journey aimed at housing grand complications within an elegant and sporty case architecture.
Insider: Piaget Polo Flying Tourbillon Moonphase. Combining Two of Our Favorite Complications.
In the realm of haute horlogerie, where technical innovation meets artistic expression, Piaget continues to assert its dominance with the 2025 release of the Polo Flying Tourbillon Moonphase we brought you in February. This time we are bringing you our hands-on review with live photos of this remarkable timepiece that deftly balances the brand's signature ultra-thin profile with complex astronomical complications, all while maintaining the distinctive aesthetic codes that have defined Piaget for generations.
Insider: CVSTOS Tourbillon 8 Sapphire. A Vertical Figure-8 Calibre Takes the Center Stage.
Available with a clear sapphire crystal case in two versions—blue and rhodium movement—, an 18K 5N red gold, or a titanium case, the new CVSTOS Tourbillon 8 is the latest novelty added to the brand’s lineup of complications. The new watches are available in a limited edition of 20 pieces each to celebrate 20 years since its launch in 2005.
Experience: Opening of the Richard Mille Dallas Boutique in Highland Park Village. Its Décor showcases Richard Mille’s New Retail Design Concept.
Yesterday May 5th, 2025, we attended the grand opening of the Richard Mille Dallas Boutique in Highland Park Village which marks yet another significant moment for the luxury watch collecting community in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Nestled within the prestigious community of Highland Park in Dallas, Texas lies America's first and oldest outdoor shopping center—a destination that seamlessly blends historic significance with contemporary luxury.
Introducing: Tudor Black Bay Chrono 'Carbon 25' Limited Edition. Where Racing Heritage Meets Cutting-Edge Materials.
Limited to just 2,025 pieces worldwide, the new Black Bay Chrono ‘Carbon 25’ Ref. 79377KN honors Tudor's partnership with the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team. More than just a marketing tie-in, the watch delivers substantive performance benefits through its material choices that mirror the world of competitive motorsport, where every gram saved translates to improved performance.
Experience: Chartreuse Vert and Chartreuse Jaune. Spirits as Storied and Nuanced as the Finest Tudor Watches.
For centuries, discerning palates have been captivated by the complex botanicals and mystique surrounding Chartreuse liqueurs, very much like watch collectors have been fascinated by the evolution and history of a brand like Tudor. Today, we delve into the fascinating world of the legendary French herbal liqueur: Chartreuse Vert—Green— and Chartreuse Jaune—Yellow—, spirits as storied and nuanced as the finest Tudor watches in a collector's vault.
Insider: Montblanc Iced Sea Automatic Date 0 Oxygen Gray Sfumato. Hands-on Review of a True Diving Watch.
When Montblanc first entered the luxury dive watch arena with the Iced Sea collection, many questioned whether the brand known primarily for writing instruments and dress watches could create a credible contender in this crowded segment. With the new Iced Sea Automatic Date 0 Oxygen with gray sfumato glacier pattern dial, those doubts can be permanently laid to rest.
Introducing: KUDOKE 5. A Revolutionary 24-Hour Interpretation From Independent Watchmaking's Rising Star.
The first thing that strikes you about the new KUDOKE 5 is its breathtaking three-dimensionality. At the heart of the watch beats a large, domed celestial disk that rotates once every 24 hours. This isn't merely decorative—it fundamentally changes how you read and experience time.
Insider: Piaget Polo Perpetual Calendar Green Obsidian Limited Edition. No Two Dials are Alike.
The new Piaget Polo Perpetual Calendar Green Obsidian in a limited edition of only 18 pieces—individually numbered—is equipped with a 42 mm case in 18K white gold housing a striking dark emerald-green obsidian dial with a date indicator at 3 o'clock, a month and leap-year indicator at 12, the day of the week at 9 and the small moon phase display at 6 o'clock.
Insider: Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Automatic Yellow Gold
Following its first iteration released at Baselworld 2018 in 18K rose gold, now comes the new Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Automatic in 18K yellow gold. At the intersection of daring design and uncompromising precision stands the Octo Finissimo—a horological masterpiece that seamlessly weaves together Italian creative vision with Swiss watchmaking excellence.
W&W 2025: Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra Tourbillon (Live Photos). World's Thinnest Tourbillon.
The new Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra Tourbillon transcends mere record-setting—it stands as a bold horological manifesto. By seamlessly integrating a skeleton tourbillon within a watch measuring a mere 1.85 mm in total thickness, this tourbillon occupies a position of profound significance in Bvlgari's watchmaking journey.
W&W 2025: Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar 18K Rose Gold (Live Photos). World's Thinnest Perpetual.
Previously available in platinum or titanium, the new Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar now comes in 18K rose gold. Pushing the boundaries of horological complexity to unprecedented heights, this extraordinary timepiece stands as the world’s thinnest perpetual calendar watch currently available, featuring an in-house automatic calibre measuring a mere 2.75 mm in thickness.
W&W 2025: Piaget Andy Warhol Watch with Tiger Eye Dial (Live Photos)
The new Piaget Andy Warhol watch debuts a new design interpretation released at Watches & Wonders 2025, featuring a stunning 18K white gold case—measuring 45 x 43 mm—, a powerful tiger eye stone dial, and delivered on a dark brown alligator leather strap with pin buckle in 18K white gold.
W&W 2025: Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Marble Tourbillon (Live Photos). A 30-piece Limited Edition.
The new Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Marble Tourbillon ref. 104171 exemplifies Bvlgari's distinctive approach to haute horlogerie, harmoniously blending Roman heritage with technical innovation. This exceptional timepiece showcases the record-setting BVL 268 caliber—the groundbreaking movement that launched the acclaimed Octo Finissimo collection.
W&W 2025: Grönefeld 1944 Tanfana (Live Photos). The First Ladies' Watch for this Brand.
The 1944 Tanfana marks the first ladies' model from Grönefeld. The Horological Brothers drew inspiration from their hometown of Oldenzaal, where the goddess 'Tanfana' once stood as a guardian of peace and harmony. The reference 1944 honors their mother Netty's birth year. While embracing new design codes and materials not previously seen in a Grönefeld timepiece, this watch maintains the exacting standards that have earned acclaim from watch enthusiasts worldwide.
