The only four watches to give at Christmas December 7, 2017 Buying the perfect gift for the woman in your life can be difficult at the best of times, but what to give the woman who has everything? From the most on-trend pieces to timeless wristwatches browse our picks of the best gifts for her. Wife Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso £5,400 Case size: 20mm x 40mm. Movement: Quartz [...]
What do World Rugby, Lady Gaga and David Beckham have in common? December 6, 2017 World Rugby joins TUDOR ambassadors, Lady Gaga, David Beckham and the New Zealand All Blacks. With a desire to push boundaries, World Rugby and prestigious Swiss watch brand TUDOR have launched a long-term partnership that will see TUDOR support some of the world’s biggest and most prestigious rugby competitions and events. Announced at the World [...]
Do you wear the same watch as Trump or Obama? November 28, 2017 Since the birth of the wristwatch, the choice a man makes is a glimpse into his tastes, style and perception. So when it comes to the previous and current President of the United States, what they wear on their wrist is paid attention to. The country’s early presidents; George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln [...]
Celebrating 100 years of the Cartier Tank November 21, 2017 Cartier Tank: 100 years on This year Cartier celebrates the 100th anniversary of their iconic Tank watch. In 1904, Louis Cartier created the first pilot wristwatch for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, namely the Santos-Dumont. Alberto complained to Louis Cartier that it was difficult for him to check his pocket watch whilst flying, so Cartier designed a [...]
Traditional v Smart? We explore the best technical watches out there November 17, 2017 Traditional v Smart? We explore the best technical watches out there How Swiss watch brands match up in the digital age. Swiss watchmakers have long been creating highly technical, complex watches. Innovative materials, professional capabilities and micro-engineering to a hair’s breadth have led to major horological advancements, and none more so than in today’s market. [...]
Watch care 101: How to make sure your timepiece doesn’t lose its value November 16, 2017 The correct care of your watch is crucial. Here is a six-step guide from Bucherer’s Sabriye Cambulat, online sales manager and Jamie Hardes, technical manager. Steer Clear of Fluids Do not use any products or fluids to clean your watch. Always avoid putting your watch in your pocket. The watch should always be wrapped – [...]
The new diver’s watch, why the Breitling Superocean Héritage II is the best choice for you November 10, 2017 A classic diver’s watch the Breitling Superocean Héritage II celebrates its 60th anniversary with a design refresh and a brand-new movement developed with Tudor. The new Breitling calibre takes inspiration from the Tudor Caliber MT5612 used in the popular Black Bay watches. The Breitling Superocean Héritage II comes in a few different models at 42mm [...]
Iconic film watches November 8, 2017 The not-so-humble watch says a lot about our personalities, lifestyle choices and possible financial status. It’s a timeless accessory that simultaneously carries history and innovation. When it comes to characters on the silver screen, the right watch should completely encapsulate our protagonist and many watches have done that. Here’s our pick of memorable movie watches. [...]
Paul Newman’s $17.8m Rolex November 3, 2017 Legendary Hollywood actor Paul Newman left behind many legacies but one has been labelled with a price. Auctioned at Phillip’s in New York City this week, the $17.8m (buyer’s premium included) Rolex Daytona was sold to an anonymous bidder on the phone breaking the record for the most expensive wristwatch ever sold. Oscar winner Newman [...]
7 dive watch myths debunked November 1, 2017 The most popular of watches, the dive watch has a universal appeal and holds a reputation of adventure and masculinity. However, in recent years it feels as if the notion of a dive watch has been misunderstood, a lot of this misconception comes from watch marketing and the silver screen. What a dive watch actually [...]
