Technical Perspective - Going Beyond the Rattrapante Chronograph
If the chronograph is one of the most revered complications, the rattrapante (or split-seconds) function takes it to a whole new level. The word rattrapante translates from the French “to catch up”. Rattrapante chronographs feature two superimposed seconds hands that time two events of different lengths simultaneously. One hand (the rattrapante) can be stopped to read an intermediate time, while the other one (the trotteuse) keeps running. A second push on the rattrapante pusher allows the stopped hand to catch up with the moving hand. Joseph-Thaddeus Winnerl is considered to have developed the first split-seconds mechanism in the first half of the 19th century. The split-second chronograph however is not the only mechanism to time multiple events Here are a few original solutions.The Double-Split or Even Triple-Split ChronographIf rattrapante or split-second chronographs traditionally allow to measure split-times up to 1 minute, a major enhancement to this classic complica

Hand-On - Chopard L.U.C XP Esprit de Fleurier Peony (Specs & Price)
For the last three years, Chopard has adopted the graceful peony flower to decorate its?L.U.C XP Esprit de Fleurier 35mm limited editions for women. This year is no exception and Chopard unveiled a beautiful 18k rose gold edition of eight watches decorated with the silhouette of black paper-cut peonies on the dial and exquisite Fleurisanne engraving on the bridges of the movement. As the female representative of the L.U.C XP family, the watch is fitted with a Chopard manufacture ultra-thin automatic movement.The art of paper cuttingChopard has recurred to the art of paper cutting to create the delicate black peonies on the dial, a technique that highlights the sensual shape of the ruffled petals of the peony flower and captures its fleeting bloom. ?Developed in many corners of the globe, the art of paper cutting probably originated in Ancient China following the invention of paper. Jianzhi, Chinese paper cutting, came to the fore in the sixth century AD and ten centuries later made its

Weekly Watch Photo - Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Minute Repeater 1833 - Monochrome Watches
Our own contributor Time2tic got some time with a magnificent Jaeger-LeCoultre and shot two gorgeous photos of one of the most desirable timepieces from from this brand: the Jaeger-Lecoultre Master Minute Repeater 1833 in rose gold, a limited edition of 175 pieces.One cannot forget a large rose gold watch on the wrist. The weight of the precious metal and its warmth are constant subtle reminders that the incredible watch is there, hiding under the sleeve of the shirt. This particular watch is both an amazing squeletton watch and a minute repeater, and there are only very few models from even fewer brands, which can compete. Ad - Scroll to continue with article If you add to this already pretty face a patented solution of welding the gongs of the minute repeater mechanism to the back of the sapphire glass you obtain one of the most innovative minute repeater of t

SIHH 2015 - Panerai Mare Nostrum Titanio 52mm PAM00603 - Hands-on with live photos & Price - Monochrome Watches
Panerai and the sea are eternally linked. This strong bond is imbedded within the DNA of the company right from the very beginning of its existence. The Panerai Marina Militare was the first truly underwater watch that was made?for the italian military divers to time accurately their operations during the WWII. Panerai is characterized for big watches, minimal in character and unique in appearance. However, Panerai produced a wide variety of naval instruments and other very unique watches, and one of them is the Panerai Mare Nostrum. And here is a new edition, the?PAM00603 or?Mare Nostrum Titanio 52mm.The term Mare Nostrum means Our Sea, and historically used mainly during the Second World War. The victorious missions of the Royal Italian Navy meant that for a short time, a wide area of the Mediterranean Sea was controlled by the Italian fleet. In 1943 Panerai decided to create a chronograph for the deck officers of the Royal Italian Navy. This name (i.e Mare Nostrum) had already been

Introducing: TAG Heuer x Hodinkee Carrera Chronograph Seafarer
In the past, our friends at Hodinkee have collaborated with TAG Heuer to create exciting timepieces like the Carrera Skipper and Carrera Dato. This year, they present a fresh take on the iconic Abercrombie & Fitch Seafarer, which Heuer produced for the American retailer from the 1950s until the mid-1970s. We gladly present the new TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Seafarer x Hodinkee - this contemporary interpretation faithfully pays homage to the original reference 2444C, introduced shortly before the model was discontinued after two decades of experiments with cases and dials.The original Heuer-made Abercrombie & Fitch branded SeafarerFor the revival of the Seafarer, the 42mm Carrera “Glassbox” case was chosen, featuring a more durable and transparent domed sapphire crystal that mimics the profile of a vintage plexiglass crystal. The finely brushed and polished case has a display caseback, a signed fluted crown at 3 o’clock, and retro-styled chronograph pushers.