Hands-on with the 2015 collection of the A. Lange & Sohne Saxonia (live photos, specs & price) - Monochrome-Watches
Recently, we’ve seen the evolution of the Lange 1, a watch so iconic that A. Lange & Sohne decided to update only its movement and not to touch its visual aspects (well, except?2 very little details that we’re not even going to mention now). With the Saxonia, the entry-level-understated-classical-dress-but-oh-so-nice collection of the manufacture, we’re in front of the total opposite situation: Lange keeps the mechanics (we’re not going to complain) and updates the design. But don’t wait for a revolution, we’re at Lange and brutality is not an option. Hands-on with?2015 collection of the A. Lange & Sohne Saxonia.Throwback – the pre-2015 collection of the?Lange & Sohne SaxoniaPre-2015 A. Lange & Sohne Saxonia (here the Automatic edition)Before going deeper into the new 2015 collection of the A.?Lange & Sohne Saxonia, we have to remember what its previous editions were?about. We’re not going to go over all the specs but

Monochrome top 10 reviews of 2014 - Monochrome-Watches
Here at Monochrome-Watches, we define our job not only as journalists but also as testers. We love watches, all sorts of watches (although we have a strong preference for anything that is made with passion and by skilled hands!) In order to let you know how it these watches actually are in their natural habitat (i.e. on the wrist), we write lengthy watch reviews in which we share our experience and our feelings. Reviews are essential for us as we think it’s the best?way to?inform you and to allow you to really understand?how these timepieces work and feel on the wrist. Brice and I sat down and choose our favourite watch reviews of 2014. It has been a spectacular year! We published many reviews, and we have much awaiting to be written and published. In the coming months we’ll show you our watch reviews of a Richard Mille RM 033, a De Bethune DB28z, a Glashutte-Original Senator Chronometer, an Armin Strom Gravity Racing, an Oris 110 Years L.E. and many, many more. So next yea

Hands-On Ulysse Nardin Diver Chronograph Great White Limited Edition
Shark week kicks off today, a week devoted to the mighty apex predator of the seas whose very existence is being threatened by overfishing. The often misunderstood and feared Great White, depicted as a ferocious man-eating creature in Steven Spielberg's film Jaws, is essential to the natural order of marine ecosystems. As a brand closely linked to the sea, Ulysse Nardin takes its support of safeguarding sharks to the next level and will donate 1% of all sales of its shark watches to support the non-profit organisation For the Planet. It is also partnering with Sharktrust, a leading European shark conservation charity and has invited a new ambassador who knows about sharks intimately. And, as you have probably already guessed, Ulysse Nardin is releasing a limited edition of its Diver Chronograph.Shark-themed modelsSharks and Ulysse Nardin are a natural fit, harking back to the brand's strong maritime ties in the shape of marine chronometers. Moving forward, the brand has now divided its

Hands-On Oris Coulson Limited Edition (Specs, Price)
Like many watchmakers these days, Oris is working on improving the planet and supporting relevant organizations. In fact, it's now independently certified as a climate-neutral company. Its latest partnership is with Coulson Aviation, a family-run Canadian agency that sends planes and equipment around the world to fight wildfires. Of course, there's a new watch to mark the occasion that's based on the Big Crown ProPilot series. It strays from the norm with an innovative carbon fibre case and fiery dial, but retains the well-established aesthetic. And what better way to leave 2022 than with a watch honouring a great cause??Coulson Aviation at workCoulson AviationCoulson Aviation was founded in 1960 as a logging company by Cliff Coulson, but his son Wayne helped diversify things and now runs the aerial firefighting arm with his own sons, Britton and Foster. Among their dangerous and vital services is flying a Boeing 737 passenger jet at 200 feet over burning houses. The organization can f

Ochs & Junior Calendario CentAnni Perpetual Calendar
Where other brands choose the path of complexity and try to outdo one another in parts count, Ochs & Junior goes the opposite direction. In a literal pursuit of simplicity, the independent watchmaking brand is famous for doing extremely creative things with as little as possible. This includes an Annual Calendar with only three moving parts and an extremely accurate moon phase indication using only five components. Slightly breaking with tradition, as the latest series of watches will not be customisable, Ochs & Junior continues its dedication to simplification with the new Ochs & Junior Calendario Cent'Anni CCA Perpetual Calendar.Collectors and enthusiasts familiar with the brand will know the history and philosophy, yet it remains a fascinating story to tell. Ochs & Junior is the brainchild of Dr Ludwig Oechslin, a legendary name in the watchmaking world. The Ulysse Nardin Freak is widely regarded as his biggest achievement since it was the first production watch ever