In-Depth: The History of the 2892, ETA's Enduring Elite Movement
Introduced in the 1970s during the rise of quartz movements, which were poised to dominate the industry, threatening to eclipse and eradicate mechanical mechanisms almost entirely, the ETA 2892 has become one of the most renowned and widely used self-winding calibres produced by the Swatch Group’s giant movement maker. Like the ETA 2824, the 2892 has maintained its relevance and popularity, becoming a mainstay in the watch industry. Known for its robustness and versatility, the high-end extra-flat automatic ETA 2892, or, to be precise, its updated version, 2892A2, powers timepieces from numerous brands; it is often used as a base and also paired with modules to add complications such as world time, power reserve indicators and chronographs. Let’s explore how this “point of reference in the field of automatic mechanical movements” has achieved remarkable success and enduring acclaim.The creator, the process and the inspirationThe ETA 2892 calibre is the brainchil

Eric Claptons Patek Philippe 5975R Chronograph 175th Anniversary For Sale - Monochrome Watches
While browsing on Instagram the other day, I noticed a post from the popular watch account @Patekaholic about a particular Patek Philippe posted through the portal website 1stdibs, which showcases various luxury items for sale to be posted to a wider audience. After clicking through to the website of the seller – Xupes – about the watch in question, the previous owner of the timepiece stood out immediately. It belonged to guitar legend and seasoned watch collector, Eric Clapton.Clapton is known to love timepieces, particularly and Patek Philippe. He even mentioned his love of Patek Philippe watches in his autobiography. He previously owned the only platinum Patek Philippe 2499 in private hands (the other example is in the Patek Philippe Museum), which sold at auction for US$3.6 million, a very rare Yacht-Master prototype based on a Daytona and a 6263 Daytona nicknamed “The Albino” due to its monochromatic white dial. Ad - Scroll to continue with

Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Grand Complication Split-Seconds Chrono
In 2015, with the presentation of the reference 57260, Vacheron Constantin sent a message to the watchmaking industry by stealing the title of the ‘most complicated watch’ from Patek Philippe. Today, Vacheron Constantin introduces its most complicated wristwatch to date, officially fitted with 24 complications – a response to Patek’s GrandMaster Chime with 20 complications? Of course, it would be hard to state that one watch is better or more complex than the other; one complication does not necessarily equal another complication, and to be honest, it does not really matter But still, the introduction of such a complex watch marks an exciting moment in watchmaking.?The creation of such complex timepieces, with multiple functions and displays, is always an event in itself and an authentic challenge that only a very exclusive group of brands is capable of undertaking. The Vacheron Constantin Grand Complication Split-Seconds Chronograph – Tempo is a beast of

HYT Hastroid Green Laser (Specs & Price)
As we’ve explained in this article published about 2 months ago, an important new chapter in the story of HYT Watches has just opened. After a complex period, and with a new CEO at its head – an industry veteran known as Davide Cerrato – the brand is back on track and comes with its spacecraft trunk fully loaded with new models, but with the distinctive meca-fluidic technology sound and safe. The name of this new opus in the HYT saga is Hastroid, and following the inaugural edition, the Green Nebula, it’s time for the second chapter to be released. Meet the new HYT Hastroid Green Laser. And indeed, it couldn’t be more green.?The HYT Hastroid Green Nebula, the edition that marked the return of the brand in early 2022.Everything we’ve explained over the past few months is still true for this new model. To make the story short, HYT has always been one of the most fascinating and original brands of the independent watchmaking scene. In addition to creati

Hands on with the Panerai Luminor Marina 1950 3-days PAM00422 - Monochrome Watches
Who could have suspected that when Panerai released the Luminor Marina 1950 PAM127 in 2002, it would become such an?incredible?popular watch. Although it wasn’t Panerai’s first 47 mm watch, it sure shocked many watch collectors.?And lucky for those who don’t have $20k for a used special edition from 2002, Panerai has released a watch that maybe even looks better than the original. The Luminor Marina 1950 PAM422 with the in-house 3-days movement caliber P.3001. Ad - Scroll to continue with article The Luminor Marina 1950 3-days, or short PAM422, also measures 47 mm in diameter and has a similar domed sapphire crystal that gives the PAM422 (and several other Panerai models) a great vintage look.Personally I also love they used creme-colored luminous paint for all markers and hands. The creme color adds a lot to the vintage look, but the luminous