Day: October 17, 2022

The Frederique Constant Classics Carrée is the brand’s take on a great classic: the rectangular dress watch (it is not exactly “square” as the name would suggest). It was first launched in 2003, and several iterations have been presented, in particular with XL and open-heart versions. For 2022, Frederique Constant introduces a clean and elegant …

Introducing – New Versions Of The Frederique Constant Classics Carrée Automatic Read More »

When I received the invitation to join Panerai for a rather special experience in the south of Italy a couple of months ago, I didn’t think much of it. I expected to have just another well-organised hands-on experience with a luxury watch company and enjoy my time on the Mediterranean coast. But once I received …

Interview – Talking To Allessandro Ficarello Of Panerai About The Special Forces Experience And More Read More »

It is sometimes stated that the very first car race happened 5 minutes after the second-ever car was built. And to an extent, that is very true. Racing has been part of the automotive industry from day 1 basically, as people try to find out who is quickest in what car. The direct result is …

The Petrolhead Corner – Three Racing Cars So Good They Were Banned Almost Immediately Read More »

If we talk about icons of design made in Japan, there are more than just pagodas, temples or patterns from the Edo era. Some industrial objects, with highly mundane origins, have gained cult status over the years. Case in point, the Honda Super Cub, a lightweight motorcycle produced in millions for over 60 years, with …

Introducing – Seiko Celebrates An Icon Of Japanese Design, The Honda Super Cub Read More »

Sometimes news comes in thick and fast, and just this week Grand Seiko decided to launch not one but four new watches. And as always, there’s plenty to talk about but we’ll stick to the important things first. The reason is simple; we’re aiming to follow these up with hands-on coverage as soon as possible …

Introducing – Grand Seiko Releases A Quartet Of New Watches Read More »

Cartier is often considered the master of shaped watches. Squared, oval, bell-shaped, asymetrical, cushion-shaped, barrel-shaped and many more… It’s an endless story, with the only limit being the capacity to be worn on the wrist. Some of the most emblematic and original designs of Cartier didn’t come from Paris’ HQ but from its London-based branch. …

Introducing – The Cartier Pebble-Shaped “Baseball” Watch Is Back Read More »

Reservoir Watches are inspired by good ol’ utilitarian manometers, gauges, counters and other measuring instruments for the simple reason that they are precise, easy-to-read instruments and just the kind of tool you might need on your next adventure. The Reservoir Hydrosphere is a dive watch with a unique personality that looks nothing like the usual …

Introducing – The Reservoir Hydrosphere Plunges Into A Green Cenote Read More »