First Look: The New IWC Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar 41 (Incl. Video)
IWC's stellar piece for Watches & Wonders is the Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar, the first complication to join the family since it was revamped in 2023. What's more, the 41mm Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar is the first stainless steel model at IWC to bear the names of two legends in the world of watchmaking. Evoking the imprint of Gerald Genta's 1976 design for the Ingenieur, the watch is powered by the famous perpetual calendar module developed by Kurt Klaus for the brand.Sometimes, moving forward in the watch world means going back in time. A good case in point is IWC's Ingenieur, which was revisited in 2023 to rekindle the spirit of Gerald Genta's 1976 design. The Ingenieur was released in the mid-1950s as a classic-looking tool watch fitted with a soft-iron cage to protect the movement from magnetism. Having produced designs for the Royal Oak and the Nautilus, Genta's vision for IWC's watch materialised in 1976 as the Ingenieur SL Jumbo Automatic 1832 with a round, chunky 40mm cas

SIHH 2015: IWC Portuguese Hand-Wound 8 Days - 75th Anniversary Edition - Monochrome Watches
IWC chose to use the 75th anniversary of the Portuguese line to introduce a model that takes its styling directly from the original model. Let us take a look at the modern reinterpretation of the Schaffhausen maker's most venerable lines.IWC is without question one of the most prestigious brands. The current identity of the brand is a balance between the heritage and style of traditional watchmaking versus the progression of technology in the industry. The Portuguese Hand-Wound 8 Days (Ref. IWC510205 in stainless steel and IWC510206 presented in red gold) is equal measures of history and technology. Ad - Scroll to continue with article Throwback Thursday (or any day really)The legacy of the Portuguese (or Portugieser in German) model 325 runs throughout the DNA' of International Watch Co. Its oversized case, housing a not at all disguised pocket watch movement b

The new Omega Globemaster fully explained with history, specs, live photos & price (Baselworld 2015) - Monochrome-Watches
Each company has a specific set of values, beliefs and ideas that run at its core. They define its stance and also have an impact on its operations or its products. An ethos is so important because it permits the customer to identify with its products. Brand loyalty is derived from that sole idea. Omega is a company that has a very strong ethos and identity. Many believe, however, that the company is synonymous with classic sports watches like the mighty Speedmaster and the iconic Seamaster. And while the company did shape the evolution of sports watches/chronographs in ways that few others have done, I nevertheless beg to differ. Omega is a company that has a rich heritage of producing many diverse watches. Their new offering, introduced at Baselworld 2015, is a watch that comes to redefine a classic line of very unique and important timepieces. The new Omega Globemaster is a direct descendant of the vintage Omega Constellation?of the 1950s and 1960s, enriched with many unique feature

Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403 (Specs & Price)
The fifth edition of Dubai Watch Week kicks off with over 45 participating watch brands eager to unveil their novelties. Oris, the Swiss brand from Holstein, presents a new chapter in the life of its iconic Big Crown Pointer Date. A fundamental piece in the brand's history since 1938, the Big Crown Pointer Date is now powered by calibre 403, the new, in-house developed automatic movement with impressive resilience to magnetism, a solid five-day power reserve and a ten-year warranty.Introduced in 1938, the Big Crown Pointer Date was conceived as a pilot's watch and featured an oversized crown to help pilots adjust the time without having to take off their gloves. Another signature trait was the original date complication that used a central pointer hand. In constant production for over 80 years, the Big Crown Pointer Date was upgraded in June this year and equipped with the new automatic calibre 403. Based on the groundbreaking 2020 calibre 400 series, described by Rolf Studer, Oris's C

First Look: The Artya Son of Earth Dome Collection
The world of Yvan Arpa is one of boundless imagination. Flamboyant and unpredictable, he breathes life into timepieces, which under the brand Artya, defy convention and embrace a daring uniqueness. True to its name, the Dome collection captivates with its sculptural domed sapphire crystal, protecting distinctive dials, some crafted from natural materials, ensuring that no two dials are identical. And, as is often the case with Artya, these are released as unique pieces or exclusive limited editions. In the diverse array of Artya Dome releases, the two watches we were able to photograph showcase captivating dials made of semi-precious stones. The first one is a unique piece with a DLC-coated steel case and a Labradorite dial standing out with eye-catching iridescent colour effects. The second one is a limited edition in stainless steel, graced with a white fluorite dial with intriguing patterns and texture.? Ad - Scroll to continue with article