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In 1978, Porsche Design and IWC collaborated to create the groundbreaking ref. 3700 automatic chronograph, saving IWC during the quartz crisis. The partnership ended in 1997 due to Porsche Design over

This morning I received an unexpected notice from PuristSPro management that I am not longer a moderator, effective immediately. From 2006 to now, from ThePuristS to PuristSPro, it was all great fun.

I've been meaning to post this for some time but computer problems delayed it. Here is look at Cartier's historical mysterious timepieces, as well as the new SIHH watches. Cartier did not invent the m

The Ballon Bleu Tourbillon Double Jumping Time Zone is an elaboration of the Ballom Bleu Flying Tourbillon, which was one of the first Fine Watchmaking watches presented in 2008. Because it is a modul

Cartier’s new collection presented at SIHH 2013 is notable not just for the various watches, but for a few trends that reflect the brand’s development as a watchmaker. One is the invoking of Cartier’s

Cartier had a strong year in 2013. Amongst the SIHH exhibitors, it was amongst the best in terms of breadth, complications and ideas. For me the highlights are the pair of mystery watches in the Fine

Mystery clocks are one of Cartier’s most storied products so it was only a matter of time before Cartier created a mystery watch (that wasn’t limited or a unique piece). The Rotonde de Cartier Mysteri

Cartier unveiled not just one, but two, mystery watches at SIHH 2013. The second is the Rotonde de Cartier Mysterious Double Tourbillon with Geneva Seal. As the name implies, it is a double tourbillon

This inventive multi-time zone movement was first presented in the sporty Calibre de Cartier case. For 2013 it is additionally available in the more classically styled Tortue XXL case. Based on the in

For the first post of the new year, what better than more details on one of the new watches to be launched at SIHH 2013. Cartier just released movement photos of the Ballon Bleu tourbillon with double

The Crash is one of Cartier's most iconic and desirable case shapes. Legend has it that a Cartier wristwatch, probably a Maxi Ovale or Bagnoire, was involved in a car crash and sent back for repair. U

Cartier recently announced the Calibre de Cartier Chronograph, which will be the entry level, in-house chronograph watch targeted at men. Up to now, all the other entry level chronographs, like the Sa

Every year Richard Mille Japan hosts its top clients and friends for dinner in Tokyo with Mr Richard Mille. This year's event was a two parter, which started at the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery, whi

I am still travelling so this is a concise overview of the pair of new watches just announced. Detailed info to come soon. Cartier has just announced the Rotonde de Cartier perpetual calendar chronogr

I am still travelling so this is a concise overview of the pair of new watches just announced. Detailed info to come soon. New for 2013 is the Ballon Bleu tourbillon with double jumping second time zo

Launched at SIHH 2012, this is growing into one of my favourites of the year. When I first saw it I found the 46.2 mm wide case too large, but it slowly sinks in that the case is the perfect size for

This year Parmigiani Fleurier embarked on a new relationship with The Hour Glass (THG), now its retailer for SE Asia. To mark the occasion, Parmigiani and THG threw a wonderful party at the Esplanade.

Skeletonised movements have become one of the hallmarks of the Cartier Fine Watchmaking collection. Not skeleton watches in the traditional style with ornate floral engraving on filigree bridges, but

As a preview of the new watches that will be shown at SIHH 2013, Cartier has announced the new Calibre de Cartier chronograph with in-house 1904-CH MC movement. A chronograph is the obvious choice to

Carole Forestier-Kasapi has just won the Best Watchmaker Prize at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève 2012. This is strong recognition for the superb work Carole has done, both in her current capaci