Pre-SIHH 2017 - Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Frosted Gold 37mm (and why, as a man, I really like it) - Monochrome Watches
Yes, this watch is advertised as a ladies’ watch. Yes, it does celebrate 40 years of Royal Oak for ladies (as the first one was introduced in 1976 and?designed by Jacqueline Dimier). But, on the other hand, this watch has everything of?the iconic 1972 Jumbo and the current 41mm men’s version, just in a smaller 37mm case – ?which isn’t that small in reality. It has the iconic Genta-look, it has the hand-guilloche dial, it has an in-house automatic movement and, that’s the novelty here, it comes with a?superb surface finishing, named gold hammering or frosting, and that is really appealing to us. Overview of the?Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Frosted Gold 37mm.The first Royal Oak for ladies, launched in 1976, designed by?Jacqueline Dimier (in-house?head of design at Audemars Piguet) Ad - Scroll to continue with article As a preview for the

HYT Starts Delivery to Retailers and Tour the World - Monochrome Watches
Developing something new isn’t always easy, or should we say, is never easy. The guys from HYT Watches know all about that, but they did pull off something extremely special with their hydro-mechanical watches. Their first model, the H1, already won the Innovation Watch Prize at the prestigious Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Geneve in 2012 (check last year’s winners here). Now the first H1 models are arriving at retailers around the world and that is also a good reason for the people from HYT to visit all their retailers and show the H2 that was introduced earlier this year.When the H1 was introduced, everyone, friend or foe, was impressed by the ‘unimaginable’ that HYT had done. After some first working prototypes one major flaw came to light: due to differences in temperature the fluid in the tube expands or reduces. Since the fluids in the tube are there to indicate time, it’s logical that this influences the time indication properties. Nothing wrong

Portrait: Michel Parmigiani, An Absolute Master of Horological Art
Just mention his name, and you will have the undivided attention of collectors and enlightened watch enthusiasts worldwide. Michel Parmigiani is considered a legend in watchmaking culture, and rightfully so. A personality marked by discretion, he has devoted his life to watchmaking and is renowned universally for his unparalleled expertise in the restoration of antique clocks. He is also the mastermind of some of the most unique table clocks and movements that have entered the annals of watchmaking history.?Michel Parmigiani is naturally curious, taking in the world around him to nourish his creations. Nature, architecture, history and even mathematical formulas can stimulate his inspiration. In his words: “In restoration, you cannot unleash your dreams; this is why I nurtured a wide range of interests over the years.” Today, we look back at a life dedicated to measuring time. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

The Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Meisterstuck 100 Years
Montblanc celebrates the 100th anniversary of the iconic Meisterstuck - a fine writing instrument synonymous with the brand. Interestingly, initially, the cigar-shaped pen with the handcrafted nib was created by Montblanc artisans exclusively for their use before being made available to the public in 1924. To mark the milestone, Montblanc released a special edition of the Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph Meisterstuck 100 Years, incorporating design elements inspired by the iconic Meisterstuck fountain pen; we share our impressions after a hands-on experience.Founded in 1906, Montblanc gained widespread recognition as a maker of fountain pens before expanding its offerings to include luxury leather goods, perfumes, and, since 1997, watches. Popular at the time jokes about Montblanc watches needing ink to run, quickly gave way to appreciation of how fast the brand mastered the watchmaking craft. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

Interview: Patrick Dempsey on TAG Heuer, Porsche and the new Carrera Chronosprint
Juggling between acting, directing, car racing, his family and philanthropy,? Patrick Dempsey also manages to squeeze in time for his role as TAG Heuer brand ambassador, a position he has held since 2014. Just a couple of days before the unveiling of the new TAG Heuer Carrera Chronosprint x Porsche, we sat down with Patrick Dempsey and chatted about this new watch in tribute to the iconic 911. A perfect opportunity as Patrick Dempsey has a very special relationship with both brands.Xavier Markl, MONOCHROME – What is your first watch memory growing up?Patrick Dempsey – My father's watch. I don't remember what the brand was, but that was my first memory. I remember seeing it on his side table as I got up in the morning. This is my first image of a watch or of the concept of watches. What is fascinating today is that a lot of young people don't have to tell time because they are used to their phones. What's been very fun is to get my son his first watch and then have him wear