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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 Curious Tale Of The ROLEX 1530: An Automatic Movement In A Quartz Watch

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1530 was produced in a limited series of around 1500 pieces from 1975 to 1977. Few know the story behind it.

  • 01 Aug 2021
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A new star in the realm of collectors? Interview With Nicolas Baretzki, CEO of Montblanc

Does Minerva have potential as a collector's brand? We talked to Nicolas Baretzki, CEO of Montblanc, about the brand's watch division.

  • 27 Jul 2021
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In The Metal: Why The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional Is A Must For Every Diver’s Watch Fan

  • 11 Jul 2021
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ONLY WATCH 2021: The Highlights

The manufacturers have presented their unique pieces for the Only Watch Auction 2021. We present the highlights of this year's collection.

  • 02 Jul 2021
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Summer Feeling: The Breitling SuperOcean Heritage ’57 Pastel Paradise Capsule Collection

Popping pastels and vacay vibes; meet Breitling's hot new SuperOcean Heritage for women. Our review argues that it's bound for success.

  • 28 Jun 2021
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OMEGA Speedmaster Moonwatch – The All-Important Question: Hesalite Or Sapphire Crystal?

Omega Speedmaster with hesalite? Or would you prefer a modern sapphire crystal? This article is dedicated to the never-ending debate.

  • 21 Jun 2021
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In The Metal: Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda Tondagraph GT

The combination of an annual calendar and chronograph are rarely seen together – yet the Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda Tondagraph GT offers both.

  • 05 Jun 2021
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In The Metal: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Models 2021 (And How to Wear Them)

188 year old watch manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre is celebrating 90 years of its most iconic model – meet the 2021 Reverso models.

  • 28 May 2021
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Five Incredible New Bicompax Chronographs For Under 10,000 Euros

Along with this year's trend for green dial watches, the horology scene is also seeing a resurgence of bicompax chronographs.

  • 26 May 2021
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Panerai CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué: Introducing The World’s First Recycled Mechanical Watch & Novelties 2021

We had a chat with CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué to discuss all things Panerai, from 2021 novelties to the world's first recycled mechanical watch.

  • 21 May 2021
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A Bold Step Into The Future: Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Selfwinding Chronograph Gold & Ceramic

The manufacture behind Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet is now introducing two new models that use ceramic, in white- or rose-gold respectively.

  • 16 May 2021
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Fast Forward: The Richard Mille RM 40-01 Automatic Tourbillon McLaren Speedtail

The new Richard Mille RM 40-01 Automatic Tourbillon McLaren Speedtail brings together the worlds of hypercars and hyper watches in the best way.

  • 12 May 2021
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