The Collector's Corner - The Breguet Chronograph 3230 and 3237
Welcome back to our Collector's Corner series about watches from the 1980s and 1990s, and outline why we think they're cool and why they deserve your attention! A few weeks ago, we examined the first Valjoux-7750 powered split-seconds chronograph - the legendary IWC Pilot's Watch Doppelchronograph 3711. This time around, we will take a look at another chronograph gem from the opposite end of the sporty-dressy spectrum. That watch is the Breguet Chronograph 3230/3237, one of the first references designed by post-quartz crisis Breguet, a company with a grand and storied history but one that had lost direction due to numerous changes in its ownership. Though Breguet needs no introduction, of course, I will give you a short recap of the company's history before we dive into an absolute gem of a watch that has managed to stay under the radar until now, the handsome and important 3230 (or later 3237).The name Abraham-Louis Breguet is one that even novice WIS-in-making are sure to encounter e

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 007 Edition - Review, Price
This is it The big news for Omega, the new James Bond watch! After a limited 007 edition based on the Seamaster Diver 300M celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1969 film On Her Majesty's Secret Service, it is time for the real deal, the watch to be worn in the 25th opus of the 007 series, No Time to Die. And with its new titanium case, its military elements on the dial and caseback, its reference to the British army, its highly vintage inspiration, the Omega?Seamaster Diver 300M 007 Edition makes quite an impression – and it’s in for the long run because it's not a limited edition.Omega and James Bond 007Since Goldeneye (1995), movie franchise James Bond relies on Omega to provide the official timepiece worn by the secret agent. Not only an accessory but a real part of Bond's equipment, the Seamaster has enjoyed some pretty high-profile appearances – something we examined closely in this retrospective article. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

Introducing the Calibre de Cartier Diver with Manufacture Caliber 1904MC - Monochrome Watches
Cartier has just unveiled their very first dive watch! OK some of you might argue Cartier already have a “dive watch” in their collection, the Pasha. However the Pasha is not a true dive watch, and certainly not by today’s standards. The new Calibre de Cartier Diver, which will officially be introduced at the SIHH 2014, will be Cartier’s first real dive watch!The new Diver is based on the Calibre de Cartier, which was introduced in 2010. This was also the first Cartier to feature the new in-house movement caliber 1904 MC, which is the same movement they use in the new Calibre de Cartier Diver. A robust movement, with two main spring barrels, delivering 48 hours of power reserve. You might think that's not much for two main spring barrels, however this was done intentionally to get as little fluctuation in the main spring torque as possible, so the chronometric rates are as stable as possible. In laymen language it's a very good movement! Ad - Scroll t

Frederique Constant Slimline Monolithic Manufacture - Video & Review
The word innovation is so often used and abused in the watch industry that it loses its true meaning. But the development Frederique Constant is unveiling today is an authentic horological breakthrough. A prodigious feat of engineering that relies on the principle of compliant mechanisms, the Slimline Monolithic Manufacture is regulated by a revolutionary flexure pivot oscillator beating at an impressive frequency of 40Hz. Today MONOCHROME provides in-depth coverage of this unprecedented development with our article, video and live photos.Basic principlesThe way mechanical wristwatches are regulated has barely changed in centuries. To be more precise, not since the invention of the balance spring over three centuries ago. The basic operating principle is the following. Energy is stored by the mainspring inside the barrel. The energy is released via the gear train that drives the hands. The speed at which the gears rotate is controlled by the regulator that comprises the escapement and

The 2019 Ulysse Nardin Diver Chronograph 44mm // Review, Price
Ulysse Nardin is clearly in the middle of an important restructuring process and updating most of its emblematic watches. After new watches in the Marine collection, it was time for the Diver to get a fresher look. Following last year’s evolutions on the 3-hand models, the brand now comes up with three new yet instantly recognizable Diver Chronographs.?Still imposing, still bold, still unmistakably Ulysse Nardin, the new chronos benefit from the latest design upgrade and jettison a lot of ballast in favour of a lighter, more streamlined and contemporary look.The new 2019 Ulysse Nardin Diver Chronograph 44mm is available in two regular models – 18k rose gold/blue and titanium/black – as well as a limited edition “Hammerhead Shark” in titanium/blueWhat's new?Last year, Ulysse Nardin unveiled its redesigned Diver Chronometer,?a pared-down and more contemporary approach to its flamboyant Divers of the past.?If you look back at this limited edition Monaco Yacht