The best stories from our Petrolhead Corner this year.
Our weekly episodic column known as the Petrolhead Corner started from the shared passion between several members of the MONOCHROME editorial team for all things car- and bike-related. We wanted to offer something else during the weekend, as a bit of a break from watches. This can be anything from classic cars and motorcycles to iconic drivers, restomods, or modern sports- and supercars. And with a new story coming at you every week, there’s plenty to look back on! So, just as we do with watches, we’ve gone over every instalment of the Petrolhead Corner to serve you up what we think are the coolest stories of the year!the lightweight Kamm 912CJust a couple of weeks ago we brought to you the Kamm 912C, a restomod from Hungary based on one of the most overlooked Porsche sportscars out there. Not a true 911 but a 912 instead (big difference!), this car was praised for its lower weight and better handling compared to its bigger and more popular brother. Once positioned to sit b

Industry News: Vacheron Constantin Launches its CPO Programme
Certified Pre-Owned, also known as CPO, has gained great traction over the past few years, with more and more brands exploring the concept. The second-hand market for watches is growing steadily, with a current value in the region of CHF 20 billion and consulting firm?Deloitte saying it could be worth CHF 35 billion by 2030. It is thus with great interest that brands such as or Longines, as well as large-scale retailers such as Bucherer, have started their own CPO programmes. It is now time for Vacheron Constantin to join the growing list of brands, with the idea to offer “pre-owned watches that meet the highest quality standards” and “carefully inspected and certified by Vacheron Constantin.”While it isn’t new for Vacheron Constantin to offer older watches for sale through its boutiques – VC already has a collection of restored vintage watches available for sale through “Les Collectionneurs” – this time the brand expands the conc

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronograph Calendar 2020 Hands-On
Earlier this year, during the digital presentation of Watches & Wonders, Jaeger-LeCoultre unveiled a refreshed take on its Master Control collection. Among the four watches representing the updated 2020 design features is the Master Control Chronograph Calendar, a captivating combination of complications that immediately caught our eye. Equipped with a column-wheel chronograph and triple calendar display with moon phases, the Master Control Chronograph Calendar marks the first time JLC concocts this mix of complications. With its refined whiff of the 1950s without being a vintage throwback, this beautiful Master Control Chronograph Calendar is fitted with a new automatic in-house movement. Let's take a closer look at this compelling combo of complications.Master ControlIntroduced in 1992, the defining spirit of the Master Control collection is the combination of technical rigour with stylistic restraint drawing on inspiration from classic round timepieces made by JLC in the 1950s.

Oris Dat Watt Limited Edition (Specs & Price)
For many years now, Oris has had a focus on preserving not only their heritage as a manufacturer of proper tool watches but also to aid in sustaining our precious planet. Mostly linked to aquatic life, Oris has dedicated itself to protect ocean wildlife, reduce plastic pollution, preserve some of the world's most unique eco-systems and more. Their latest limited edition seeks attention to protect the world's single largest tidal system in the world; the Wadden Sea. This is the Oris Dat Watt Limited Edition.Using their Aquis collection as a platform for multiple special and limited editions to create awareness, the Dat Watt Limited Edition is another striking looking watch tying together what Oris is known for best. Combining their bold and masculine looking Aquis models with various interesting dial configurations, sometimes with added complications whilst remaining proper tool watches. And being Oris, most often at an attainable price too. Previous Aquis models linked to a good cause

The Oris Williams FW41 Limited Edition Full Carbon - Monochrome Watches
For the last 15 years, Oris and Williams F1 have been enjoying a mutually beneficial union. As the world-renowned Formula 1 team's official watch partner, Oris periodically releases special edition models to celebrate significant milestones for the team. A perfect example is the recently launched Martini Racing Limited Edition Chronograph, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Martini Racing Team, Williams' principal sponsor. Now, another special edition joins the line-up; the Oris Williams FW41 Limited Edition.Unless you're a hardcore F1 fan, it's probably not immediately obvious what significant Williams F1 milestone this watch is celebrating. FW41 is the name of William's 2018 Formula 1 car, which was officially launched back in February of this year. It's also the first car that Williams’ chief technical officer Paddy Lowe and head of aerodynamics Dirk de Beer have been involved with from the start. They only joined the team at the beginning of last year. Ad -