Introducing The Parmigiani Tonda PF Micro-Rotor Full Platinum
For its 25th anniversary in 2021, Parmigiani Fleurier presented the Tonda PF collection, its own take on the luxury sports watch with integrated bracelet overseen by the recently appointed CEO – Guido Terreni – who until then was one of the key people responsible for Bulgari’s success with the Octo Finissimo. The Tonda PF was a pleasant update to the long-standing Tonda collection, with several new references launched, one more beautiful than the other. This year, Parmigiani Fleurier chose to attire its fundamental Tonda PF Micro-Rotor in precious metal highlighting “the concept of purism that guides the creative approach of Parmigiani Fleurier.” Meet the all-platinum Tonda PF Micro-Rotor.The newly released watches did the seemingly impossible – Parmigiani, a niche brand, has again been talked about as one of the leading companies offering exceptional timepieces to the great delight of its loyal fans and a much wider public. Four new models, includin

Talking to Batavi Watches' founder on the pandemic and other struggles
Batavi Watches is named after an ancient Germanic tribe living along the river Rhine in what is known as the Netherlands. The spirit of the Batavi people resonated with the brand's founder, Ugur Mamak, mostly as the tribe fought off several attempts by oppressors, including Julius Caesar. Going against the grains in an effort to find its bit of the market for a long time coming, Batavi Watches has so far created two interesting watch collections, the Kosmopoliet and the Architect. Catching up with Ugur, we find out how he managed to navigate his brand through the pandemic, what challenged him in his endeavours and what's next or Batavi Watches.Robin, MONOCHROME Watches - Hi Ugur, pleased to catch up again. We have to ask, even though we'd rather not talk about it; how has the pandemic been for you and your company? Ad - Scroll to continue with article Ugur Mamak

The New Worldtimer Watches of Patek Philippe for 2022 - Monochrome Watches
With a history spanning over 80 years (and the famous Cottier watches), Worldtimers?are among?Patek Philippe's most popular complications. Patek was the brand to bring back this type of watches in 2000 with the launch of the 5110. The 5110 was replaced in 2006 by the 5130, itself replaced by the 5230 in 2016. On the occasion of Watches and Wonders 2022, the travel watch collection welcomes three new interpretations of existing models. The Blue Guilloche Platinum 5230P-001For the first time, Patek Philippe is interpreting the emblematic 5230 in a platinum case combined with a blue dial and strap. The dial center is adorned with a new circular hand-guilloche motif. Inside the watch is the fine and well-known Calibre 240HU (HU= Heure Universelle). This 27.50mm automatic movement features an off-center 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing a height below 3.9mm. It runs at 3Hz with 48 hours of power reserve. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

GIVE AWAY: 3 Patek Philippe books and the 2016 Patek Philippe necktie (in orange) - Monochrome Watches
Again it’s time for a new installment of the Monochrome 10th anniversary give-away, and today we have the pleasure to announce some spectacular gifts (again) that one of our readers can win. For this sweepstake we will be giving away a copy of the Patek Philippe Watches volume I & II books, a copy of the 175th anniversary book, a Collection Book volume II, and a Patek Philippe 2016 necktie in our beloved colour, orange. All these gifts are made available by Patek Philippe in Geneva, and Steltman Watches, an authorized Patek Philippe retailer from my hometown The Hague.?Since this Patek Philippe sweepstake comprises so many gifts, we will ask you what your favorite is, and take that into account when drawing the winners. Like always, we’ll ask you a few question about choice in watches. First off… The Patek Philippe Watches Volume I&II books, from the Patek Philippe Museum. As we described it before, a must-have book for the discer

Introducing: Oechslins newest Ochs und Junior Luna Sole
Ludwig Oechslin's ochs und Junior original designs offer unique solutions to traditional complications. The ochs und Junior luna sole, a recent addition to the collection, is a testament to the brand's commitment to a minimalist style and the simplification of astronomical indications. This new watch elegantly combines timekeeping with date, sun, moon phase, and the moon’s position in relation to the earth and sun, offering an intriguing experience.The luna sole belongs to the ochs line collection, so it is non-customisable and is presented with two dial options – sand-blasted anthracite or white rhodium with subtle rose gold accents. Designed by Ludwig Oechslin, the 40mm round case maintains a familiar shape with its short lugs, crafted from grade 5 titanium, left untouched after milling and machining. It features a two-part construction, a screw-down crown, and boasts 100m water resistance. Remarkably slim at just 9mm, including the sapphire crystal, the watch is exceptio