Now a decade old and an established event in the annual horological calendar, Dubai Watch Week (DWW) will take place November 19-23, 2025. Most notably, DWW will move to a new venue, a 200,000 sq ft space next to Dubai Mall, departing its longtime…

Latest Review This year’s Watches & Wonders was a big one for the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso — and it’s no surprise that the Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds was a favorite of mine from the show. So when the brand invited me to visit their manu…

Omega's beloved Railmaster watch returns this year with fresh color gradients and a clean aesthetic that honors its heritage. Originally launched in 1957 as part of Omega’s ‘Professional Line’ trilogy, the Railmaster was specifically designed for r…

A compact cushion-cased chronograph powered by the mighty B01 and rocking an iconic motorsport livery. May 15, 2025 Photos by Andy Hoffman The revival and resurgence of Breitling since 2017 has been a serious business. Led by CEO Georges Kern, the…

Serica has unveiled the new 5303 PLD, a new dive watch the brand has developed in partnership with the French Navy. Specifically, the watch was developed with the EOD (Explosive Ordinance Disposal) team, which, I think most people will understand,…

A couple of years ago, we introduced you to the wonderful work of a self-taught Chinese watchmaker by the name of Logan Kuan Rao. While he wasn’t on our radar until just before that article, he’s actually been practising and perfecting his craft fo…

HYT proudly introduces its first collaborative timepiece with internationally acclaimed Congolese artist Fally Ipupa. This exclusive release represents a perfect fusion of Swiss watchmaking innovation and contemporary cultural artistry. Limited to…

Two variants offer a classic charm in 38mm with gradient dials.   Today, Omega introduces a new generation of the Railmaster. Gone are the vertically brushed dials and printed crosshairs of the previous generation introduced in 2017. The Railmaster…

A stealthy worldtimer built for night missions and subtle elegance When Ming offers to send you a watch to spend time with, you don’t say no, even if it’s something you have seen before. The Ming 29.01 Worldtimer hit the market almost exactly two y…

Serica began its journey with a classic field watch, and since its launch in 2019, the young brand has quickly carved out a strong identity with a lineup of retro-inspired, adventure-ready timepieces, spanning field, dive, and GMT models, and somet…

The new Serica 5303 PLD was made in collaboration with the French Navy EOD unit.With design tweaks such as at DT Max bezel scale, and an elasticated strap. The new model still retains the best parts of the French dive watch, for €1,690.It should b…

A special 5303 for EOD divers Did you know an amagnetic mechanical watch is a key part of an EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) diver’s equipment? Admittedly, I didn’t. However, as it turns out, the slightest magnetic disturbance can set off explosi…

Developed closely with the French Navy's EOD divers association, the new COSC-certified 5303 combines a familiar design with a few interesting updates, including a new scale to help with ascension. Serica has just announced a new limited edition of…

Although Serica first and foremost produces watches for the general public, the French independent brand also creates custom-order pieces for different law enforcement and military groups. Most of these special-order pieces are never formally offer…

Never one to shy away from their heritage as a British watchmaker, Fears has cooked up yet another savvy partnership that highlights their ability to innovate while holding down a cohesive aesthetic. This time, however, the collaboration isn’t with…

The luxury brand is reinventing artistic engraving with cutting-edge technology. In 2023, after an almost 93-year absence, Rolex introduced a watch (the 60th Anniversary Platinum Daytona) with an exhibition caseback. Finally, we could see that bala…

Released last year, and still with a waitlist is the Leica Q3 43. A fixed lens full frame camera which many hail as the ultimate everyday carry and travel camera. But what else is it good at? Is it perfect?Leica Singapore extended a loan to us for…

Girard-Perregaux revisits its historical 1969 Deep Diver in a collaboration with Bamford Watch Department for this new striking watch. Press Release information with commentary in italics.The Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver carries a retail tag of CHF…

A functional military classic ventures into new territory with its first-ever blue bezel treatment. For the first time in its history, Marathon Watch Company has introduced a bold splash of color to its tough-and-ready Navigator series with a limit…

Just last month, Vacheron Constantin unveiled more than a dozen new models at Watches & Wonders Geneva to celebrate its 270th anniversary. With that in mind, aside from a few ultra-exclusive Les Cabinotiers pieces, all of the new watches were part…

Few names in watchmaking evoke the sea quite like Ulysse Nardin. Known for its longstanding legacy of marine chronometry, the Swiss brand continues to fuse tradition with innovation in its high-end Diver collection, whose dial design is inspired by…

With the Prospex 1968 Heritage Automatic GMT Diver, Seiko unveils a modern reinterpretation of its legendary 1960s diver’s watch. This updated automatic timepiece is water-resistant up to 300 meters and features a second time zone display, all wrap…

If you look at the current collection of Omega, you’ll see that almost everything there is based on iconic designs and watches that have left a strong mark on watchmaking. The Seamaster, the Constellation and, of course, the Speedmaster, to name th…

The second annual Windup in a Bay expedition brought the Windup spirit straight to the Monterey Bay Area, running in tandem with the Windup Watch Fair San Francisco. This year’s adventure wasn’t just about diving—it was about building a full-circle…

Meet Omega's latest casual time-only sports watch With recent Speedmaster and Seamaster releases, Omega quietly put the new watches on its ambassadors’ wrists to hint at what was coming. We could have missed it, but we don’t think the same happened…

The Omega Railmaster is back with two new references and four configurations.One has a grey dial and white luminous with centre seconds, while the other has a beige dial, “vintage” lume and a small seconds indicator.Both models can be purchased on…

Dubai Watch Week 2025 is not just another tick on the industry calendar. It’s the horological equivalent of a mic drop. And this year, it’s doing it with the nonchalance of a collector who pairs linen trousers with a minute repeater. Running from N…

The watch trade market has become sprawling. Digital channels have been added to single-brand and multi-brand points of sale: specialised platforms, digital media that have evolved towards an additional retail offering (limited and dedicated series…

Naoya Hida combines hand-engraving and diminutive case dimensions with a high-end complication for the first time in the NH Type 6A perpetual calendar.The Japanese artisan watchmaker has enlisted Habring² to supply its base, manually wound calibre…

“Carrera” watches are the most popular products produced by Swiss TAG Heuer, but the Carrera name doesn’t really narrow it down when it comes to selecting a particular timepiece. TAG Heuer currently produces a wide range of Carrera family products,…

Biatec is a fairly new brand from Slovakia, founded in 2016 by Peter Kožár and designer Miloš Jakubec. Watches in their current portfolio range in price from EUR 1,490 to EUR 1,990, so accessible yet a bit beyond the standard fare (in both quality/…

Collecting watches isn’t about collecting watches.No, that’s not a Zen koan or something Yogi Berra once let slip. And no, I’m not trying to go all Jedi mind trick on you. It’s 3 pm. I haven’t yet had my first cup of coffee, and here I sit in an ol…

Picking favorites from the last 25 years of Speedies It’s no secret that we’re Speedmaster fans here at Fratello. RJ, our founder, is an avid collector of these chronographs and the mind behind #SpeedyTuesday. But not all Speedies are created equal…

A breathtaking fusion of Italian design philosophy and Swiss watchmaking mastery, the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton 8 Days in black DLC titanium represents the pinnacle of contemporary haute horlogerie. This exceptional timepiece captivates with…

While Piaget is rightfully heralded as the precursor of ultra-thin calibres, it was also a pioneer of ornamental stone dials in the early 1960s. A decade or so later, under the direction of Yves Piaget, another milestone was reached with the releas…

Seeing a watch made by Naoya Hida & Co. in person for the first time was one of those moments when you truly realize that you have to experience a watch in the metal before casting judgement. At the time, the brand was only in its second full year,…

The Ultimate Box Cutter In Two Materials - The James Brand Palmer and Palmer ClearWindup Watch ShopMay 14, 2025In this video, we take a look at the elevated box cutter option being produced by The James Brand, the original Palmer, and the newer Pal…

Despite everything, including tariffs and a strong Swiss franc, the Geneva auction season turned out to be a strong one, with some of the strongest results being in the most surprising segments.The bigger winner this season was Phillips, which sold…

Despite being one of the most prominent highlight colours on sporty dials, orange doesn’t make it to the forefront very often. It makes for a phenomenal contrast on black or blue dials, but it’s almost impossible to tame its vibrant power for vers…

The dark side of the Ming, if you will. Two years after the launch of the first 29-series worldtimer, Ming is turning it over to the dark side with the new 29.01 'Midnight' edition. Those keeping up with the brand's releases are sure to remember th…

As Daniel Roth’s slow brand revival continues to unfold after its 2023 relaunch, parent company LVMH seems determined to bring this niche, formerly independent boutique marque into the wider luxury consciousness. As part of this broader effort, Dan…

For Bovet, the Geneva-based maker of exquisite watches, the court-dominating player is an apt spokesman. In this exclusive interview, he speaks to his discovery of the brand, his own use of timepieces, and the convenience of having a world-timer li…

The master of materials is bringing two new vibes to one of its most impressive timepieces. Released last year, the Hublot MP-10 had an instant wow factor, even for those who didn’t care for the brand (which, according to preliminary 2025 ABTW surv…

A stylish vintage-inspired chronograph that delivers serious bang for the buck Many love an excellent mecaquartz chronograph. Brands can spend more money on the looks of such watches thanks to their affordable movements. These watches often punch a…

Founded in 2018 in Tokyo by Naoya Hida— a former representative for F.P. Journe and Ralph Lauren’s watch and jewelry lines in Japan— the eponymous brand has gained acclaim for its uncompromising vision of independent watchmaking: crafting elegant,…

“The devil is in the details,” the saying goes. It rings particularly true for the realm of high-end watches, where thoughtful proportions, harmonious colors, and materials that feel just right make all the difference. In this world, where the perf…

A long time ago, folks wore watches because they needed to. A timekeeping device was necessary to stay organised and be on time, and because they were necessary, they came in many sizes, colours, and styles. One might like to romanticise these day…

After several years of covering this independent Japanese watch brand, you should now be familiar with Kurono Tokyo‘s work. And if not, what matters here is that we’re looking at the accessible side of independent watchmaker Hajime Asaoka (also beh…