5 High-End Watches Made In Germany - Germans Do It Better?
German watches are distinctively unique. Their design is influenced by the Bauhaus philosophy with a minimalist approach and the idea that form follows function. Great emphasis is placed on simplicity, symmetry, clarity and practicality. The craftsmanship involved is superb, sharp and distinctive, and it can easily stand toe-to-toe with the best of Swiss workmanship. The work on movements is often instantly recognizable, with characteristic features such as three-quarter plates, distinctive regulators, refined jeweling or the use of German silver.So, without further delay, here are 5 remarkable high-end German watches that have been introduced over the past few months.A. Lange & Sohne 1815 Annual CalendarUnveiled at SIHH 2017, the A. Lange & Sohne interpretation of this practical complication is stark, perfectly balanced and elegant. This handsome annual calendar is rendered in white or pink gold. It houses a new manual movement, the Lange L051.3 caliber. Ad - Scroll

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Grande Complication Titanium - Monochrome Watches
When Audemars Piguet showed me the new Royal Oak automatic (ref. 15202) during the SIHH in January of this year, it was love at first sight. It doesn’t happen often that in the first paragraph I write “I WANT ONE”, however I did and I meant it. The result has been on my wrist since February of this year when I bought the 15202’s predecessor, a Royal Oak ref. 5402.?The Royal Oak Jumbo, as it’s kindly nicknamed by collectors, is the purest form of the Royal Oak. I think that pure and strong design makes it more difficult to successfully integrate other complications in this design or to change it. Still Audemars Piguet successfully re-created the a bigger and bolder version, named Royal Oak Offshore. Today Audemars Piguet presents a successful merger between the bad ass Royal Oak Offshore and the most impressive of all complications, the Grande Complication. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

The Collector's Corner: The Youngtimer Appeal of the TAG Heuer Monza Calibre 36
When you hear the name TAG Heuer, which watches come to mind? The Monaco, the Carrera, or perhaps the Autavia? Maybe the Aquaracer? But what about the Monza? The Monza can be considered the dark horse of TAG Heuer's lineup, occasionally popping up over the years but never having quite the staying power as other, more famous, TAG Heuer models. 2023 saw TAG Heuer relaunch the Monza yet again, this time clad in carbon fibre and powered by an in-house flyback chronograph. We thought it would be a good idea to feature the Monza on The Collector's Corner and take a closer look at an iteration of the model that was released in 2001, the Monza Calibre 36, which is, in our books, the best iteration of this watch to date And here's why.The Monza LineageThe first watch to be mentioned in the Monza lineage was a cushion-cased monopusher chronograph produced in the 1930s. You have to remember that round watches were not as ubiquitous in the first half of the 20th century as they are today. Watchmak

Hands-On - Parmigiani Fleurier Kalpa Qualite Fleurier (Specs & Price)
At the SIHH 2018, Parmigiani Fleurier re-introduced one of its most emblematic models, the Kalpa. A shaped watch, it was originally introduced back in 2001 and, thanks to its bold and unique design, guided by ergonomics, it became a signature model in the collection. After three inaugural refreshed watches in January, the brand expands the range with a new, simpler time-and-date version – but it has a lot more to tell, with some serious certifications. Meet the new?Parmigiani Fleurier Kalpa Qualite Fleurier.For two years now, Parmigiani Fleurier has been reinterpreting its classics. This strategy started with the re-introduction in 2017 of Michel Parmigiani’s very first creation, the Toric. At the SIHH 2018, it was the turn of another well-known and iconic model, the Kalpa. This tonneau-shaped watch, with a bold, rather baroque design was immediately recognisable as part of the PF family. The new collection takes advantage of its unique shape and improved comfort, quality a

The New Fortis Marinemaster M-44 Watch (Specs & Price)
As explained in our first article, Fortis is revamping the Marinemaster collection, a name that has been with the brand since the 1950s. Presented in two sizes, the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 and M-44 are perfectly suited for the adventurous individuals among us. With proper tool watch specifications, and built to withstand a serious beating, the new collection is shaping up to be the next pillar collection for Fortis. Taking a closer look at the bigger Fortis Marinemaster M-44, it quickly becomes apparent it differs from the M-40 in more than sheer size alone.In a break from the skyward bound Official Cosmonauts and Flieger Collections, the new Fortis Marinemaster collection is geared towards people with an adventurous spirit in general. Whether it's fishing, hiking, climbing, surfing, or any other outdoor activity you can think of, you definitely want a watch that can take a punch. And judging by the specifications it certainly seems like this Marinemaster M-44 is up to the task.