In-Depth: The David Candaux DC1 Titanium is Why We Love Independent Horology
David Candaux, an independent watchmaker and member of the Academie Horlogere des Createurs Independants (AHCI) since 2019, is regarded as one of the most talented creators in contemporary horology. To understand and appreciate his work, it is important to remember his professional journey and the philosophy that infuses his timepieces with unique character, and the DC1 Titanium Inclined Tourbillon we have had the pleasure to handle, his latest creation, is a watch that exemplifies Candaux‘s innovative spirit and technical prowess.Who is David Candaux, and a look at his workBorn into a lineage of master watchmakers in the Vallee de Joux, David Candaux began his formal training in 1994 when, at just 15 years old, he commenced an apprenticeship with Jaeger-LeCoultre while studying at the Technical School of the Vallee de Joux (ETVJ). During that time, he met with Gunter Blumlein, then a towering influence in the watchmaking world back then, and Henry-John Belmont, then CEO of Jaege

Buying Guide - The best luxury sports watch of 2022
Few trends have seen such a strong surge in popularity as the luxury sports watch over this past year. Or rather, past years, as demand has skyrocketed for several of the usual suspects for much longer than just these 12 months. But with soaring demands, people have slowly begun shifting focus to less obvious choices as there are plenty of alternatives around. And although it’s hard to ignore watches like the Royal Oak (which we simply couldn’t, sorry) or the Nautilus, we wholeheartedly feel there have been a few extremely nice, surprising entries to the market! So with that in mind, here is our selection of the best Luxury Sports Watches presented in 2022.Note: please share your favourite luxury sports watches of 2022 in the comment section at the end of this article.Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Automatic 36mmThe elegant Tonda PF range by Parmigiani Fleurier was a really pleasant surprise when it was launched last year. And through an impressive number of well-balanced, re

Introducing the Omega Seamaster Diver 300m ETNZ for the 35th America's Cup - Monochrome-Watches
The family of dive watches by Omega is wide, as it includes the both robust and elegant Planet Ocean 600m, the superlative Ploprof 1200m or the vintage-inspired 300 Master Chronometer. Those 3 are the high-end propositions but?the range is also composed of a more affordable and professionally oriented tool-watch, the Seamaster Diver 300m. This legend that exists for ages is now the field for a new special edition celebrating the partnership between Omega, the America’s Cup and the ETNZ (Emirates Team New Zealand) – and it has to be said, this Omega Seamaster Diver 300m ETNZ?is probably one of the best looking Seamaster 300m watches ever.This new Omega Seamaster Diver 300m ETNZ?special edition can be called a Yachting / Regatta watch because of its specific chronograph function. Let us explain what such a watch is. In the world of yachting races, navigators have to aligned on the starting line – like in every race. However, a boat is not static and the starting line ha

Tudor Glamour Double Date 42mm Manufacture Movement 57100/57103 (Specs & Price)
When the name Tudor is mentioned, models such as “Black Bay” or “Pelagos” spring to mind. For sure, the brand communicated (and created) a lot on these products – which are admittedly?great watches. However, there are more watches in the collection than these sporty, vintage-inspired pieces – and that includes, for instance, the “Style“, the recently introduced “1926” or the Glamour – a watch that remained under the radar for us… Until now. Today, the brand unveils a redesigned and slightly more masculine version of this watch, now equipped with a brand new version of the manufacture movement. Meet the?Tudor Glamour Double Date ref. 57100/57103.?Up until now, the Tudor?Glamour had been entirely in the shadows of the BB, Pelagos and other sports models of Tudor. It was one of those watches that didn’t really capture our attention, mainly because the brand didn’t communicate about it. However, Tudor today

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition GyroTourbillon 3 Meteorite - Introducing (Specs & Price)
With a multi-axis tourbillon, a meteorite dial, a fully integrated chronograph, hand-guillochage, engraving and a Grand Feu enamel dial, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition GyroTourbillon 3 Meteorite really showcases some of the most amazing skills in watchmaking. But if you want this on your Christmas wish list, you better act fast (and call your banker first, too).The new Master Grande Tradition Gyrotourbillon 3 Meteorite represents the highest expression of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s codes, says the brand from Le Sentier about its latest creation. But what does that really mean? Let's take a closer look. Ad - Scroll to continue with article Earlier this year, Jaeger-LeCoultre introduced a new, fifth version of its signature Gyrotourbillon, the Westminster Perpetuel, with its minute repeater replicating the chimes of Big Ben thanks to a set of four gong