Introducing: The MING 21.01... 35mm, Tantalum, Vintage Piguet Movement
Watches, like most products from industrial activities, are ruled by constraints and compromises – whether these are commercial, technological, design-oriented or economical. This is why we, watch enthusiasts, can often be rather disappointed by many new releases. Surely, independent watchmakers playing in a much higher price range can overpass some of these constraints, as a higher budget certainly helps in minimising compromise. Well, sometimes. What Ming Thein, founder of the MING brand and renowned photographer, had to deal with was another challenge… how would a watch designed entirely for himself, within feasible limits, but free of any other constraints look? That was the question of a group of collectors. The answer is here: the MING 21.01 “Project 21” and its rather unusual list of specifications…In 2023, Ming Thein was hosting a dinner in Singapore, and this question regarding a watch entirely designed for himself was asked to him. Could somethin

Omega Chrono Chime Olympic 1932 and Speedmaster
Omega is well known for its luxury sports watches, for beautifully made, resilient watches equipped with impressive Master Chronometer movements incarnated by models like the Speedmaster and the Seamaster. Fewer know that Omega can also do incredibly high-end watches, such as a tourbillon produced in its Atelier d’Excellence workshop. And the latest watch to emerge is absolutely mind-blowing. Meet the most complex watch ever produced by Omega, a timepiece that combines expertise in chronographs, chiming mechanisms, sports, the Olympics and a unique sense of perfection… We’re talking about the new Omega Chrono Chime models – Olympics 1932 and Speedmaster – and the new calibre 1932.A truly impressive new movementAt the heart of these two new models is a movement, a mind-bogglingly complex movement and one that connects two important milestones in the life of the brand. Few might know that the first minute repeater wristwatch was made by Omega (at the time kn

Olympic Glory - Omega Seamaster 1948 Co-Axial London 2012 Limited Edition - Monochrome Watches
On your mark, get set, go. The gun fires, propelling the runners toward Olympic Gold, and the 2012 summer Olympics are underway. Omega has already found the podium with their Olympic Collection London 2012.What better way to make a splash at the London opening ceremonies than with a commemorative Seamaster. 64 Years after Omega launched the very first Seamaster during the London Olympics of 1948, they release a new Seamaster?at the London Olympics of 2012. Showing quite some visual resemblance with the vintage version! Ad - Scroll to continue with article Omega actually released three new Seamaster models. One?of these?three limited editions for the 2012 Olympics is the limited edition Seamaster 1948 Co-Axial Chronometer. Omega interprets the traditional Marine Chronometer with silver. From the rhodium-plated case to the opaline silver dial to the applied 18 Ct

Discovering The Work Of Chinese Indie Watchmaker Logan Kuan Rao
It’s not often we travel to China for stories on high-end mechanical watchmaking, even in the virtual sense. But, as the perception of watchmaking is shifting from Swiss dominion towards a more global industry, the Middle Kingdom has proven to be a unique source of rather interesting watches. Take Celadon HH, Qin Gan or Atelier Wen, for instance, who are determined to bring prestige to the “Made in China” designation. Today though, we’re uncovering another Chinese watchmaking gem by the name of Logan Kuan Rao. This self-taught indie watchmaker makes his watches almost entirely by himself and by hand. And as Logan Kuan Rao is about to deliver his second watch, the Wuwei, it was time to shine a light on this rising star.Robin, MONOCHROME: Logan, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers? Ad - Scroll to continue with article Logan Ku

The new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Geographic reviewed - with LIVE photos - Monochrome Watches
Today Jaeger-LeCoultre officially launches the new Master Geographic. Monochrome had the chance to wear it for some weeks and brings you a review of the all-new Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Geographic in rose gold.When we visited the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in January this year, Jaeger-LeCoultre presented an amazing number of very beautiful new releases. Just think of the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea?that we just reported about, the new Reverso Ultra Thin Tribute to 1931?and several new models in the Master Control collection, including the Master Geographic. Ad - Scroll to continue with article Overall appearanceIt isn't difficult to like the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Geographic. Now this may sounds a bit blase, but the Master Geographic made an incredibly positive impression. It's elegant, chic and a bit casual at the same time, meaning it goes perf