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

Hands-On Grand Seiko 44GS Hi-Beat Ice Blue SLGH013 (Specs, Price)
Multiple elements define Grand Seiko’s style, all gathered under an important set of rules known as the Grammar of Design. The instrument behind this series of guidelines was a watch known as the 44GS, a sharp and unmistakably GS watch born in 1967, and one that will set in stone what the brand’s creations will be for the future. We’ve seen multiple releases this year celebrating the 55th anniversary of the 44GS, such as the Hi-Beat GMT SBGJ255 and, considering today’s matters, the Hi-Beat Automatic SLGH009. The latter, a limited edition, introduced GS’ latest automatic movement within an all-time classic design. And today, it’s time for this Calibre 9SA5 to join the permanent 44GS collection, with the new?SLGH013 and its striking ice blue textured dial. And there are a few other things to know!The 44GS is a watch that can be considered instrumental in the history of Grand Seiko. It was, when released in 1967, the first model to apply designer?Taro T

Roger Smith introduces... Roger Smith - Monochrome Watches
Especially for the Friday we bring you a collection of videos of one of the best watchmakers of this time. We hope it’s not too busy at the office, so you can relax a bit and enjoy these videos of Roger Smith.?Roger Smith? Who’s Roger Smith? Well for those of you who know, feel free to scroll down to the actual video. When you google for Roger Smith and select the ‘pictures’ tab, the first photo of Roger Smith appears at the end of the second page. Usually when searching for photos of watches, google immediately brings the right ones, even if the name of the watchmaker and the brand are the same. Just try to google for Peter Speake-Marin, Daniel Roth, Gerald Genta?or?Thomas Prescher?and you’ll see photos of the watches and watchmakers. Now try Roger Smith… see what I mean?Well, to give you an idea… the watch below is made by Roger Smith. It’s entirely hand-made and this is his Series II in platinum. Ad - Scroll to continue with

Introducing Montblanc 1858 Geosphere Chronograph 0 Oxygen LE290
Montblanc has eyes set on Mount Everest with its latest 1858 Geosphere Chronograph 0 Oxygen LE290. The case is literally void of oxygen to prevent fogging and oxidation in sub-zero temperatures and extreme altitudes. The brand isn't just claiming this but enlisting mountaineer Nimsdai Purja to wear this new chronograph version of the Geosphere watch to the peak of Everest in May 2022. Recommended by legendary alpinist Reinhold Messner, Nimsdai will make the ascent for Montblanc without supplemental oxygen, and he'll depend on the new chronograph to perform without issue.?Nimsdai was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the United Kingdom for outstanding achievement in extreme high-altitude mountaineering. He also has an elite military background, so he's certainly up for the task. The chronograph should be equally capable with a sizeable titanium case at 44mm in diameter and 17.1mm in height. Although large, the brushed/polished titanium build will keep it lig

Weekly Watch Photo - Bremont North Sea Supermarine 500 - Monochrome Watches
Bremont has been launching several new limited editions lately, most of them haven’t been announced officially and will probably not be officially announced… except on the Bremont forum ALT1TUDE.?One of these watches is the North Sea SM500, a limited edition, which is by the way the first non-military special project from Bremont.?The North Sea SM500 is variation of the Bremont Supermarine 500 that we reviewed a while ago. A stunning dive watch with impressive specifications! Ad - Scroll to continue with article The North Sea SM500?is exclusively for pre-authorised North Sea Diver personnel only. So there’s no change for us mere mortals to get our hands on one and besides that the North Sea SM500 is sold out already. Maybe the only chance will be the second hand market. The Bremont forum ALT1TUDE has its own sales corner, which is actually quit