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Announcing - Watch the GPHG 2020 Tonight, Live on MONOCHROME
Tonight, as every year, is the celebration of watchmaking, watchmakers and watches in general… It is the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Geneve (or GPHG 2020) – the Oscars of the watchmaking industry. Several categories are represented (ladies, men, complicated and even affordable watches) and the best watches of the year will be awarded the coveted Golden Hand prize – and of course, the prize we’re all waiting for, the “Aiguille d’Or” or the best of the show, celebrating the best watch introduced in 2020. As MONOCHROME is one of the official press partners of the show, we’ll be broadcasting the event live from 06:30 PM (Europe Time) tonight. Stay tuned on MONOCHROME!As a reminder, here’s the complete list of the GPHG 2020 finalists.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 gemset
Hands-On With The Final Edition Of The Ferdinand Berthoud Chronometre FB 2T (With Video)
Ferdinand Berthoud stages the swan song of its impressive calibre FB-T.FC. that made its debut in 2015 on board the FB1. Inspired by Ferdinand Berthoud's historical marine chronometers, the fascinating tourbillon movement with fusee-and-chain transmission took home the top prize at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Geneve in 2016 and has secured the brand a firm footing in the Haute Horlogerie arena. Respecting the original dial configuration of the FB 1 and powered by the same movement, the final act of the Chronometre FB, composed of 38 customisable pieces, exchanges its octagonal hull for a round case.Enlightened TimesFerdinand Berthoud (1727-1807) emigrated from Switzerland to Paris in 1745 at the age of 18. It was an inspired location for a young man of such exceptional talent. The cradle of the Age of Enlightenment, Paris was a hotbed of intellectual and scientific inquiry. The French Academy of Sciences (Academie des Sciences?1666), founded to encourage and protect French scientifi
Hands-On: The Omega Aqua Terra Shades Collection, Including 2 New Solid Gold Models
If you’re a regular reader of MONOCHROME, you might remember this article from 2022. Indeed, the now-called Aqua Terra Shades Collection isn’t entirely new. It has been teased about a year ago when Omega presented 10 new models in its classic, time-and-date Seamaster collection, all adorned with colourful dials inspired by nature and newly-finished cases. However, two comments have to be expressed; first of all, some adjustments have been made, following some comments of the community; second, the watches are now officially available; third, new editions have been added to the lineup. And it’s time to have a look at the watches from the Aqua Terra Shades range, as they are now displayed in stores.All the watches from this new sub-collection of the Seamaster Aqua Terra are based on the brand’s definition of an everyday watch – understand by that a watch that is sporty-chic, resilient, adapted to all situations and overall, handsome. The Aqua Terra might not
First Look: Union Glashutte Averin Chronograph
Back in 2008, Union Glashutte introduced the square-cased Averin. This bold chronograph watch looked quite different from most, thanks to a unique display for the date. A central three-handed pointer followed a three-line scale. Different, unique and quite fun for sure! Now though, the brand has decided to simplify things a little and morph the Averin into a racing-inspired two-register chronograph. Still following the design codes of the original, the new style highlights the square shapes the collection is known for. And yes, before you bring out your pitchforks, we will address the obvious at the end of the article.The previous Averin Chronograph and its unique date indication.Union Glashutte’s Averin collection has always relied on the sort of rounded square shape for its case, and that tradition is upheld here as well. The size comes down to 41mm by 41mm, with a height of 15.35mm from top to bottom. The case is finished with brushed and polished accents or black DLC-coated f
Ulysse Nardin Classico Manufacture with steel case and enamel dial (specs & price) - Monochrome Watches
Ulysse Nardin is certainly widely known for their signature collections; the Marine and the Diver. Both inspired by antique marine chronometers (something that was the core business of the brand at its inception), they share a unique and easily recognizable design, with some bold aspects – like we’ve seen recently in this article or previously in this in-depth review. The UN collection shouldn’t be resumed to that (of course they also have some incredible complications…), as the brand also has a nice and elegant classic dress watch – which is not so classic – the Ulysse Nardin Classico Manufacture?that comes now in steel, with a superb enamel dial.The?Ulysse Nardin Classico Manufacture was introduced, in?a revamped version, at Baselworld 2016. Using the traditional design of the brand, now combined with an in-house movement, it was only available in rose gold (with blue or cream dial), meaning that it?was priced to an approximate?15,000 CHF. It is ce
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