Novelties

70 years ago, Panerai introduced the tritium-based luminous substance Luminor – now, the Florentine watchmaker is launching a highly modern watch with a further improved luminosity and – for the first time – a service warranty of 70 years. PAM1117 Ever since the 1940s, Panerai has continuously worked on improving the emission of light. By…

Panerai presents a new model PAM01036 with dual time zone function that is strongly inspired by the Challenger of Record of the 36th America’s Cup. It expresses the affinity between Panerai and the Team that first launched the challenge to the Defender of the 36th America’s Cup, the final act of which is expected in Auckland, New…

At this year's Watches & Wonders 2020, A. Lange & Söhne presents a limited edition of the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater. Ever since 2015, this model has been the only watch to combine a mechanical jumping numerals display with a decimal minute repeater. Furthermore, only 30 pieces of the new model are available. It now comes…

A. Lange & Söhne have introduced a new ODYSSEUS model, the ODYSSEUS White Gold Grey Dial. The watch is housed in a 40.5 mm three-part white-gold case and features a grey dial. Exuding a sporty feel, the watch is presented on a rubber strap with air ducts (Ref. 363.068). Alternatively, a brown leather strap (Ref.…

The Swiss watch company Oris pairs up with the independent Japanese brand Momotaro Jeans. From this collaboration, a special steel and bronze version of the Oris Divers Sixty-Five emerged, with an indigo blue Momotaro denim strap with two white ‘battle stripes’, the denim manufacture’s signature.  Named after a Japanese folklore hero, Momotaro was launched in…

Breitling has introduced a brand new collection, the Breitling Capsule Collection Superocean Heritage '57. Its watches are reminiscent of the laid-back Californian surfer lifestyle of the 50s and 60s, while their inspiration stems from the original 1957 Breitling SuperOcean. As well as three variations, Breitling has also released the colourful Superocean Heritage ’57 Limited Edition.…

Cartier has introduced its newest addition to the Santos-Dumont collection. The new Cartier Santos-Dumont XL uses a mechanical movement – a first for the otherwise quartz-powered collection. Additionally, the watch's case measures 46.6 mm x 33.9 mm – making it the largest model in the line. The watch is available in three different case variations.…

Earlier this month, to mark the introduction of H. Moser and Cie.'s new online sales platform, the family-run Swiss watch company has presented three new models: the H. Moser and Cie. Vantablack editions. Their colour? Completely black. Unusually, the dials are coated with Vantablack, the blackest black ever produced by artificial means. In fact, Vantablack…

The watchmaker Roger Dubuis is well-known for its unconventional, ingenious creations. Now, the new Roger Dubuis Excalibur Twofold is furthering the horology house's reputation. The 45mm skeletonised timepiece displays a unique 'ultra-white' design and a double flying tourbillon. The case is made out of a mineral composite fibre and is presented on a matching white…

More than half a century after introducing its Top Time watch, Breitling is launching an updated and upgraded model. When it was first presented in the 1960s, it particularly suited to the needs of the young and active professionals and even attracted many young women. The striking dial has long been known to collectors as…

Watchmakers Maximilian Büsser & Friends have released a new watch in the form of two editions – the Horological Machine N°10 Bulldog, inspired by the bulldog. One edition is the Version Ti with a grade 5 titanium case, which is presented on a blue calf-leather strap using Velcro and a titanium buckle. Alternatively, the Version…

Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has introduced a new chronograph watch – the Audemars Piguet [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph 40 mm. It is the first piece to appear as part of the brand's new line. The new collection takes its inspiration from the aesthetics of AP's rare chronographs from the 1940s. Until 1951, every single AP watch…