ModernahabThe Glashütte Original Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date offers a sturdy integrated bracelet sports watch with unique design and outstanding features. Despite not being marketed as such, it competes with hyped models from other brands. With superior build quality and functionality, it offers reasonable value, positioning it as an undervalued option in the luxury watch market....">Story

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quattroIntroducing the Bovet Récital 32, a 60-piece limited edition titanium timepiece with key features including a flying tourbillon, 10-day power reserve, second time zone, and a day/night indicator. Limited details available. Opinions on the openwork design vary. Share your thoughts with Emmanuel....">Story

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quattroChristie's will sell a rare Audemars Piguet chronograph with a platinum 'Coussin Tortue' case, one of the first three produced in the 1930s, and the only one to appear publicly. Powered by the calibre 11GCCV, it was originally owned by Rabbi Max Schenk and has been passed down through generations. The watch, intended for the US market, has been sent for restoration....">Story

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quattroTrying on the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronometer proved to be a delightful surprise. The intricate details of the watch, like the blue-grey sunray dial, and the unique bracelet design with no micro-adjustment, left a lasting impression. The evolution to the "Jaeger-LeCoultre Seal" and the HPG caliber 899's improvements showcase the brand's commitment to quality. Despite some drawbacks, the steel Date Master Control Chronometer emerges as a standout choice....">Story

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quattroBraille watch by Patek Philippe discovered at Miami Beach Antique Show 2026 with a release button at two o'clock. Another example by Arteal raises authenticity questions. Patek Philippe Magazine article reveals a platinum braille watch made for Ray Charles, featuring diamond indices and unique design. Despite its disappearance, drawings and photos depict Charles wearing it, showing Patek Philippe's engagement in producing braille watches beyond celebrity involvement....">Story

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quattroEmmanuel showcases his admiration for Audemars Piguet's 'Precision' dials, highlighting a teardrop lugs model and others in his Observatory dial watches thread. He discusses a two-tone steel and pink gold watch to be auctioned by Christie's. Despite some cleaning, he finds it appealing....">Story

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amanicoChopard released the green version of a watch in 2024, followed by the LUC XPS with a Prussian Blue dial, standing out at Watches and Wonders. Despite the 40mm size and slim 7.2mm thickness, some feel the 27mm movement is small. The dial is captivating dark blue brass, contrasting with Dauphine hands. The LUC XPS lacks the Poinçon de Genève Seal but offers a well-crafted, COSC-certified movement with a micro rotor. At a lower price, it outshines the LUC 1860....">Story

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amanicoTudor hosted a special event for vintage watch collectors at the Tudor Manufacture. The atmosphere was friendly and the Tudor Team impressed. The event showcased rare watches like the OYSTER Prince from 1952 and the Tudor Submariner 7924 from 1958. Collectors were amazed by the variety of Tudor watches, including the Tudor Royal and Marine Nationale Submariners. The event was a memorable gathering for all attendees....">Story

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amanicoAngelus released a re-edition of the Tinkler Quarter Minute Repeater in 2026, with a steel version limited to 25 pieces and a gold version limited to 15 pieces. The watch features a 38mm case, a dial faithful to the original, an automatic movement offering a quarter repeater, and a 70-hour power reserve. The Quarter Repeater is activated by a pusher at 9 o'clock, producing a rich and pleasant sound. The steel version is priced at 45,000 Euros, with the gold version costing 22,000 Euros more....">Story

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amanicoThe article discusses the release of the Black Bay 54 Black in 2023, featuring a smaller 37mm case with a black dial that gives it a vintage look reminiscent of the vintage reference 7922. The watch is equipped with the Cal MT 5400 movement, accurate to -2/+4 seconds per day, with a power reserve of 70 hours. The watch comes with a rubber strap or bracelet, with the writer preferring the latter. The hope is for a thinner case design in the future....">Story

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