Editorial

Our In the Metal editorials share first-hand experiences with watches that have been tried and tested by our editors. By contrast, our Point of View articles provide fresh and unique viewpoints regarding certain timepieces, collections or certain developments inside the watch industry. Meanwhile, First Look editorials will give you the facts, as well as points to consider, regarding brand new pieces. Finally, A Closer Look will take things a step further, diving deeper into the details.

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The Most Expensive Audemars Piguet Watches of All Time

Audemars Piguet watches are highly priced, but how expensive can they get? These are the 15 most expensive AP watches of all time.

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The Most Expensive Rolex Wristwatches of All Time

The 15 most expensive Rolex watches ever sold at auction – from Paul Newman and "Bao Dai" to the Rainbow Daytona, with history and record prices.

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The Most Expensive Patek Philippe Wristwatches of All Time

Patek Philippe watches are never cheap – but just how expensive can they get? Here are the 15 most expensive Patek Philippe wristwatches of all time.

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Mille Miglia & Co. – The Best Classic Rally Watches

The best classic car rally watches, from mechanical chronographs for the Mille Miglia to toolwatches built for the Dakar Classic.

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TAG Heuer Monaco Speed 12: When the hour strikes

TAG Heuer Monaco Speed 12: A limited-edition Monaco in titanium, featuring twelve pistons and a time display that reimagines motorsport.

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Girard-Perregaux Laureato Fifty: Four New Anniversary Models in 36mm And 39mm – One With an In-House Clous de Paris Enamel Dial

The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Fifty combines new proportions, elegant dials and the GP4800 calibre to create a striking anniversary timepiece.

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Wempe And The 24-Hour Race at The Nürburgring

Wempe 24h Nürburgring: Wempe becomes official timing partner and presents two limited Glashütte chronographs for the 24-hour race.

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Auction season in Geneva in May 2026: Is the vintage watch market only just getting started?

The 2026 Geneva watch auctions show that Cartier, Patek Philippe and rare vintage watches are driving collector’s prices to record levels.

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Small But Mighty: The Best New Micro-rotor Watches

Slim calibres, sophisticated movement design: the latest watches featuring micro-rotors from Bulgari, Chopard, Patek Philippe and others – the most exciting new releases of 2026.