1+ hour, 5+ min ago (202+ words) Two decades in, still turning heads. The Red Ceramic version is limited to just 100 pieces, and it is easily the standout of the entire set. The rest of the lineup brings Titanium Ceramic, King Gold Ceramic, All Black, and the scratch-resistant Magic Gold. Each model has its own personality, but none of them hit the way the Red Magic did when seeing it in person. The strap brings back the classic treaded lozenge pattern, the look that has been tied to the Big Bang from the start, now paired with the modern One Click system to keep everything effortless when swapping straps. The clasp blends black ceramic with black plated titanium, giving the whole package a clean, cohesive look. Seeing the new collection at Watches and Wonders in April brought back the same feeling the original Big Bang had when…...

3+ day, 1+ hour ago (518+ words) By Jovan Krstevski Maurice Lacroix is pressing the accelerator with the ML212 caliber on display, and the new AIKONIC Chronograph Skeleton is proof of that intent. The watch is 43mm of raw presence, its dial carved open so the mechanics are front and center, which seems to be what people want these days; understandably so. There's definitely something satisfying about watching a chronograph do its thing. You can also read our review of the Aikonic that I did in August. [] Introducing The Maurice Lacroix AIKONIC Automatic Chronograph Skeleton Watch it is not just what is missing from the dial;. It is what remains that looks good. Maurice Lacroix is pressing the accelerator with the ML212 caliber on display, and the new AIKONIC Chronograph Skeleton is proof of that intent. The watch is 43mm of raw presence, its dial carved open so the mechanics are…...

3+ day, 22+ hour ago (296+ words) A chronograph that spins once a second, dressed in a dial older than history. You see a lot of watches come and go in this business, but every now and then, one lands that just looks right. This new Zenith DEFY Extreme Lapis Lazuli 06.9200.9004/51.I001 is one of those. They're only making 50 of these, and it's a nice way to nod to their ongoing 160th anniversary celebrations. The case on this watch is what we call "extreme" for a reason. It's a chunky 45mm x 15.4mm, built with a striking contrast of mirror-polished stainless steel and warm, matte yellow gold on the dodecagonal bezel and pusher protectors. The angular architecture is signature DEFY Extreme. Water resistance rating is 20 ATM. The openworked lapis lazuli allows a peek at the movement beneath. It's a natural stone with scattered pyrite that makes each dial unique. The outer…...

5+ day, 19+ min ago (496+ words) BY'HARLAN CHAPMAN-GREEN Just recently, we released an article about the newly announced collaboration between Urwerk and Ulysse Nardin, and, interestingly, a few of the comments mentioned MB&F. I admit that more comments mentioned the new UR-FREAK's price, but MB&F got a look-in. Certainly, while their products might seem worlds apart, Urwerk, Ulysse Nardin, and MB&F all champion independent Swiss watchmaking with their own interpretations of the future. MB&F's view harkens back to one of the golden eras of design: the [] Introducing The New HM11 Art Deco Watch From MB&F MB&F's Horological Machine no.11 takes on the 1930s surprisingly well with these two limited edition watches. Just recently, we released an article about the newly announced collaboration between Urwerk and Ulysse Nardin, and, interestingly, a few of the comments mentioned MB&F. I admit that more comments mentioned the…...

6+ day, 58+ min ago (112+ words) Urwerk and Ulysse Nardin join forces for a surprisingly well-suited collaboration. Have you ever wondered what it would look like if you combined Ulysse Nardin's iconic Freak watch with the weird and wonderful wandering hour watches from Urwerk? Well, wonder no more, as at Dubai Watch Week, these two brands unveiled their first collaboration piece, dubbed the Urwerk x Ulysse Nardin UR-FREAK. The UR-FREAK is available now for CHF 100,000 and is limited to just 100 pieces. Being made by such popular independent brands, I would expect these to sell very quickly. Visit Urwerk & Ulysse Nardin In-depth reviews, news & horology insights. No spam, ever....

6+ day, 23+ hour ago (204+ words) This watch won the top prize at 2025's GPHG award, here are our thoughts. I saw the Classique Souscription before the watch was announced as the overall winner of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Gen've (GPHG),the "horological Oscars' so to speak. Given the sheer number of amazing creations we've seen in the past year, I was a little surprised that the Souscription won the Aiguille d'Or. As you would expect, timing things down to the minute is not possible here, you can only tell the time down to the nearest five-minute interval on the Classique Souscription. Whether or not that matters to you is something for you to decide, when I think about it, I usually tell the time in five-minute increments and rarely use my watch to time things to the exact minute anyway. I think Breguet needs…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (248+ words) They've translated the concept into stainless steel; the overall dimensions are 48mm x 30mm with a thickness of 9.7mm. The rectangular architecture features satin matte surfaces contrasted by polished edges, and there's a sandblasted horizontal band on the flanks to visually slim the profile. The familiar onion crown has been trimmed down a little, flatter and easier to handle, a quiet tweak that feels right. Water resistance comes in at 50 meters. The dial keeps things firmly in the montre sans aiguilles camp. Three windows do the job. Jumping hours sit up at 12, the digital minutes take the middle spot, and the running seconds glide through a horizontal window at 6. Two versions are available. Granit brings an anthracite vertically brushed finish with deep blue sans serif numerals. Sand offers a 4N warm surface with navy serif numerals. Inside sits the hand-wound Calibre C.85757, a movement based…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (227+ words) Omega just released the new Seamaster Planet Ocean, but is it a hit or a miss? The only thing is, upon first impressions, I don't think they've done a great job. The new cases are very angular, doing away entirely with the sweeping good looks of the previous models. The sizing is better for most people now, though, with specs of 42mm x 13.79mm, the new Planet Oceans will be much more approachable for average buyers than the humongous beasts they were before. The old three-handed 43.5mm watch was over 16mm thick, and God help you if you wanted the 45.5mm Planet Ocean Chronograph and didn't have Arnold Schwarzenegger's wrists. Apart from perhaps being a nod to the first-generation Planet Oceans, which also had closed casebacks, I see no reason for this. Omega's movements look good, and watches that can go to 600m or more and…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (520+ words) By Jovan Krstevski Bronze is back, again. Not that it ever really left, but Hublot's latest riff on the Classic Fusion Bronze Brown now comes with a chronograph complication and a U.S.-only e-commerce swerve that feels decidedly 2025. While the brand is celebrating the Big Bang's 20th anniversary this year, a legitimate horological milestone; this Classic Fusion release operates on its own timeline, appealing to different tastes. This one is not for the boutique crowd who need a hand to [] Hublot Unveils The New U.S E-Commerce Exclusive Classic Fusion Chronograph Watch This Hublot is made to tarnish, and that is exactly what makes collectors want it. Bronze is back, again. Not that it ever really left, but Hublot's latest riff on the Classic Fusion Bronze Brown now comes with a chronograph complication and a U.S.-only e-commerce swerve that feels decidedly 2025. While the…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago (86+ words) Here's to ten years of Czapek! Xavier de Roquemaurel at GPHG 2016 The year 2024 saw the next prominent release from the brand with the launch of the Promenade collection, which uses the sportier calibre of the Antarctique but gives it a small seconds display and puts it in a surprisingly fashion-forward case. The dials on these watches are very special " definitely something to see in person when you can. Latest model: The Time Jumper In-depth reviews, news & horology insights. No spam, ever....