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.

In The Metal: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph and Perpetual Calendar – ‘Ice Blue’ Limited Editions

Earlier this month, we were lucky enough to spend some time with two very special Audemars Piguet pieces: the Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph with a “light blue” dial, and the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar with a “blue” dial. The limited…

A Closer Look: A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Honeygold “Homage to F. A. Lange”

The rattrapante function, or drag pointer, enjoys a certain level of prestige at A. Lange & Söhne. It comes in every variation you can imagine: Double-Split, Triple-Split, combined with perpetual calendar, Tourbograph Perpetual with tourbillon, chronograph and perpetual calendar, or…

Point of View: Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier

The history of Cartier’s world-renowned horological creations spans well over a century. However, the Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier is still a relatively new addition. Since its release in the 2000s, it’s become one of the most-loved unisex watches out…

First Look – Oris Aquis Date Calibre 400

Following the launch of its new Calibre 400 in-house movement in mid-October, Oris is now launching its first watch to feature the calibre. The Hölstein-based watchmakers have chosen its Aquis Date model as the first lucky recipient. In this article,…

Men Of Steel: Blue Dial Sports Watches With Integrated Steel Bracelets

In 1972, Audemars Piguet launched its Royal Oak, which is considered the first luxury sports watch to have been made of steel. In 1976, Patek Philippe followed suit by introducing its first Nautilus. Over the years, the hype surrounding both…

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Point of View: Breguet Marine 2020 Bracelet Updates

Breguet is a brand with a vast history, and an equally great heritage on its shoulders. With that in mind, it’s worth asking the question: how has it updated its Marine collection in 2020 to live up to the company’s…

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First Look: The Unshakeable Richard Mille RM 27-04 Tourbillon Rafael Nadal

Anyone who is interested in tennis and has ever watched a match by Spanish superstar Rafael Nadal will have noticed something extraordinary: the intimidating brutality inherent in the sportsman’s body language, which is expressed through several characteristics; the intense moaning…

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The First To Create An 100% Recycled Mechanical Watch? Panerai CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué On His Goals For 2021

It was exactly 70 years ago that Panerai first presented its watches equipped with a tritium-based luminous material. “Luminor” was the name of this innovative substance of the hour, and it then promptly appeared in Panerai’s collection of the same…

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In The Metal: OMEGA Aqua Terra – Where the Sea Meets the Shore

The OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M is a sporty all-rounder that works just as well at a yacht club as in the city. A combination of cutting-edge technology and practical features qualify this watch for everyday wear. With a price of 5,600…

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Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time – Ref. 5524 & 7234

When Patek Philippe created a pilot’s watch with the Reference 5524G back in 2015, the watch world was in for a surprise. For such a classic manufacture, such a striking watch seemed somewhat unusual. But the surprising new piece did…

First Look: Rolex Submariner 41 mm 2020

Any Rolex fan who looks at the title of this article will immediately spot something new – the Rolex Submariner Date is now available in 41 mm for the first time. What’s more, the new generation models – with seven…

First Look: Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 mm 2020

Alongside the news that Rolex is increasing the size of its new-generation Submariner models, the horology house has also decided to go large on its 2020 Oyster Perpetual watches, which are now available in 41 mm for the first time.…