In-Depth: The History of the Almost Century-Old Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso
Today, there is only one Reverso, with Jaeger-LeCoultre printed on its dial, but this was not always the case. During the 1930s, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Cartier made watches that used the Reverso case for their timepieces. Moreover, the 1931 Reverso was not the first reversible case design. A few years earlier, Universal Geneve was already offering its Le Cabriolet model – a wristwatch in a rectangular case that rested in a frame with a screw at 6 o’clock, which allowed to pop out the inner container, rotate and then snap it back into place. I’ve also encountered mention of one Louis van Bemmel, a citizen of Holland residing at Maastricht in the Kingdom of Holland, as an even earlier inventor of a reversible clock. However, a quick search revealed no patent info still, it seems the idea of such casing for the watch was in the air, and a few people without knowledge of each other’s work created their versions.? Unfortunately

Introducing: AP Unveils A Coloured & Lumed Forged Carbon Case for the ROC Split-Seconds
With its ultra-contemporary design, the Royal Oak Concept collection has always been a vessel for innovation at AP, and that since its creation in 2002. First with a cobalt-based super-alloy (Alacrite 602), the Audemars Piguet ROC collection has used some of the brand’s most complex movements, daring designs or advanced materials. Now, it’s time for AP to premiere its latest innovation in terms of materials. Following the Chroma Ceramic concept and a camouflage gold alloy known as chroma gold, here’s Chroma Forged Technology (CFT), a brand-new coloured forged carbon with luminescent pigments. And it’s featured in a new version of the impressive Royal Oak Concept Split-Seconds Chronograph GMT.?It’s been eight years since AP hasn’t unveiled a watch in forged carbon. First used by the brand in 2007 (and back then a first for the industry), forged carbon differs from conventional carbon, which relies on a classic woven pattern. With forged carbon, shorte

Buying Guide - 6 new Yellow Gold Watches that Rock
When thinking of yellow gold, the first thing that may come to your mind is your parents’ or grandparents’ watch. Well, if you feel yellow gold is outdated, it might be time for a change. The status symbol of the 1960s to 1980s is making a comeback. As trends come and go, it fits perfectly in the current vintage craze – just like the unexpected comeback of the 1980s spirit in fashion and music. And interestingly, the way watchmakers use it today makes it look super chic and trendy. Here are 6 of the most notable yellow gold watches introduced recently.Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-thin Yellow Gold 15202If the over-iconic Royal Oak was born a steel watch (in 1972, as the definitive Luxury Sports Watch), the yellow gold versions of the ref. 15202 presented at SIHH 2017 really rock – specifically the gold-on-gold version with champagne/gold petite tapisserie dial, gold hands and indexes. Released as a tribute to the 1977 gold Royal Oak Extra-Thin, this jumbo is f

Faberges Aurelie Picaud Wins Woman of the Year Award at Eves Watch Awards - Monochrome Watches
In a predominantly male-dominated watch world, we have some women in top positions who are making a definitive mark. Eve's Watch aims to put the spotlight on those women, and on a choice of women's watches that have been awarded best in one of twelve categories. Additionally, there's a thirteenth award, chosen by the public. Last week, Aurelie Picaud, Timepiece Director at Faberge, was awarded Woman of the Year at the 2017 Eve's Watch Awards.A veteran in the watch world, Picaud has played an instrumental role at Faberge as she has focused on creating a stronger collection of watches and jewellery for women as well as men, and has brought together some of the finest artisans and watchmakers in our business for certain extremely advanced and creative timepieces. She joined Faberge's watchmaking department just about four years ago and quickly propelled the department forward, even securing two Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Geneve awards. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

Introducing The Accessible & Fully-Equipped Mido Multifort M Chronometer
The Multifort collection dates back to 1934 when Mido presented a self-winding, anti-magnetic, waterproof and shock-resistant Multifort watch that quickly became a bestseller. Mido’s modern assortment under the Multifort umbrella shares essential characteristics. The new Mido Multifort M Chronometer is here to win many fans. Well-made, fully equipped, nicely designed and accessible, this new version combines precision and high-tech watchmaking.Chronometers have been part of the Mido Multifort collection since 2018, with nine day-date models to choose from, with dials in different colours but always decorated with the vertical Geneva stripes and applied, sloping, shaped indices. The Mido Multifort M line has two references; both are sure to please those not in favour of the striped dial that, according to the brand, should remind you of the Sydney Harbour bridge suspension cables.? Ad - Scroll to continue with article