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A. Lange & Sohne Saxonia MoonPhase Vs Saxonia Outsize Date - Review
Recently I had the opportunity to enjoy spending some quality time with not one, but two exceptional timepieces from A. Lange & Sohne. Belonging to the same family, the Saxonia Moonphase and the Saxonia Outsize Date share a very similar aesthetic. In fact, from a distance, you could be forgiven for mistaking them as the same watch. But up close, on the wrist, each piece shows its individual personality. That's not to say one is necessarily better than the other. Each has its own unique appeal. But, if you had to choose just one, which would it be? That's the question we're setting out to answer today. Read on to see if you agree with our thoughts and conclusion. By now I think it's fair to say that A. Lange & Sohne is a brand that needs little to no introduction. One of the two major German watch manufacturers, it is well known the world over as maker of precision, high-end timepieces that incorporate traditional techniques and painstaking attention to de
GPHG 2019 Finalists Announced (Full List)
Every year, the watchmaking industry celebrates creativity and ingenuity with the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Geneve?(GPHG) or the so-called “Oscars of the Watchmaking Industry” - see the report for the 2018 edition here. The most advanced, the most innovative and the most creative timepieces will be awarded prizes at the GPHG 2019. Before the ceremony takes place (November 7, 2019), we're bringing you, hot off the press, the complete list of finalists selected by the Jury. Only six watches remain in each of the 14 categories and here they are.Note: if you want to share your predictions with us, feel free to use to comment box at the end of this news article.LadiesWomen's watches comprising the following indications only: hours, minutes, seconds, simple date (day of the month), power reserve, classic moon phases; may be adorned with a maximum 8-carat gem-setting. Ad - Scroll to continue with article
Hands-On - Bell & Ross BR-X1 Skeleton Tourbillon Sapphire (Specs & Price)
Last year, Bell & Ross set a new benchmark for itself with the unveiling of the BR-X1 Chronograph Tourbillon Sapphire. Housed in a jaw-dropping, sapphire case that left little to the imagination, the (way-too) limited-edition timepiece made it crystal clear (pun intended) that the brand is about far more than just military and aviation-inspired watches. Now, Bell & Ross is taking the challenge of transparency a step further, with the new BR-X1 Skeleton Tourbillon Sapphire.Over the last few years full sapphire cases have become increasingly popular, thanks in large part to early pioneers like Richard Mille and even MB&F. Indeed, several brands have unveiled watches with sapphire cases in the past few years alone, including Hublot’s Big Bang Unico Sapphire, Greubel Forsey’s Double Tourbillon 30o Technique Sapphire?and Rebellion’s 540 Magnum Sapphire Tourbillon. Not that we're complaining mind you. After all, transparent cases allow for uninterrupted viewing
Weekly Watch Photo - Panerai 1950 makes me thirsty - Monochrome Watches
Last week the Weekly Watch Photo was introduced, so here is a new one. Seeing this beautiful photo made my thirsty! Martin Wilmsen is a photographer and Panerai enthusiast. He combines both passion and shares this through his blog called?Panerai Wristwatch Photo. By the photos you can tell Martin is a great photographer and is seriously infected with the Panerai bug. Do check out his blog for the beautiful Panerai photos and for some excellent tips on watch photography! Ad - Scroll to continue with article Here is the photo that made a huge impression on me and is the Monochrome Weekly Watch Photo!Panerai Wristwatch Photo blog by Martin Wilmsen
Backed By 25 Years Of Experience, Watchmaker Simon Lefran?ois Steps Out On His Own
The world of independent watchmaking has always been a place of passion, inspiration and excitement for us. It has been at the heart of MONOCHROME from the get-go, and even today we find joy in discovering new and intriguing watchmaking adventures from all corners of the world. This time we stop in Morbihan, France, to discover the work of Simon Lefran?ois. Setting out under the name of Montre Lefran?ois, Simon can rely on more than 25 years of working in the Swiss watchmaking industry. Presenting his Automatique No. 01 on Instagram, the first series of watches is now being produced. Let’s find out more!Robin, MONOCHROME Watches - Simon, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers? Ad - Scroll to continue with article My name is Simon Lefran?ois, and I was born in Calvados, France and grew up in a very creative family. My father was a traditional car
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