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Patek Philippe 5370P Split-Seconds Chronograph, Now in Blue Enamel - Monochrome Watches
Patek and the chronograph complication is a long-lasting love story. The brand has been manufacturing stopwatches almost since its inception… And when it comes to chronographs, there’s one type that rules them all, the Split-Seconds or rattrapante, the King of chrono watches. This a complication that Patek masters since 1923 – surprisingly first built in a women’s watch. The current collection comprises multiple ‘splits’, one of them being seen as a collector’s grail, the Patek Philippe 5370P Split-Seconds Chronograph; which makes its comeback in 2020 with this new blue enamel version.BackgroundThe 5370P was introduced at Baselworld 2015 and was an immediate success – it is, according to many, including us here at MONOCHROME, one of the most beautiful Patek watches currently produced. The reason lies in multiple things; the execution, the movement and, let’s be honest, the design. The 5370P is greatly inspired by?1940s to 1960s spli
It's Sunday, a perfect day to choose the color of your dress watch - Monochrome Watches
Dress watch dials rarely venture beyond white, silver or black. A classic dress watch with a white dial and black leather strap is as formal as it gets (and it is most often a man's first dress watch). Blue is also a fairly safe option that can be worn in nearly every circumstance. But, these do not have to be the only colors - especially if you are confident in your ability to carry off colors, or perhaps like to stand out. We’ve taken a look at three colored-dial dress watches.Jaeger-LeCoultre - Master Ultra Thin Small Seconds SteelJaeger-LeCoultre brings a touch of color to its Master Ultra Thin Small Seconds. This timeless classic is now paired with a blue dial, adding an undisputable extra measure of style and originality, while retaining its distinctive elegance. Its automatic movement (caliber JLC 896) runs at 4 Hz. with a power reserve of 43 hours. Pure class.Quick facts: 40 mm steel case - automatic movement caliber 896 with hours, minutes and small seconds. Alligator st
Interview: In Conversation with Benoit de Clerck, The New CEO of Zenith
Earlier this month, LVMH, the French luxury powerhouse, reorganized the management of its watch division. Frederic Arnault was named CEO of LVMH Watches – overseeing TAG Heuer, Hublot and Zenith – Julien Tornare subsequently took over as CEO of TAG Heuer while a former Richemont executive, Benoit de Clerck, was recruited to run Zenith. Just ahead of the LVMH Watch Week, we had the opportunity to sit down with the new CEO of Zenith in Geneva.Xavier Markl, MONOCHROME – Benoit, thanks for having us. What is your background, and what brought you to the head of Zenith? Ad - Scroll to continue with article Benoit de Clerck, CEO of Zenith – I have been versed in the watch industry for the past 25 years. My journey began with TAG Heuer when I opened their office in the Middle East before its acquisition by LVMH. Subsequently, I joined Richemont w
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Polychrome L.E.
There’s the use of colours, and there’s the use of colours. And TAG Heuer has gone the extra mile to turn the already quite expressive Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon into something that radiates the colours of the rainbow. Using a unique PVD coating technique, the base dial is given a cool rainbow-like appearance, which almost looks like an oil slick under direct sunlight. Fun, expressive, and upholding the Carrera’s signature attributes, this is the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon Polychrome limited edition.?The case for this Polychrome limited edition is constructed out of titanium, with a black PVD coating all around. On top sits a fixed bezel with a tachymeter scale, made of carbon fibre. The pull-out crown and chronograph pushers are also machined out of titanium and given the same black PVD coating. The domed and bevelled sapphire crystal on top protects the dial, while the black PVD-coated titanium with sapphire crystal caseback does the same for the m
Sensible Back To Normal Life Watches With Bundles Of Character
As summer is drawing to an end, it’s time to pack away our swim shorts and bikinis, inflatable unicorns and snorkel gear and return to normal life again. Although pretty much everyone looks forward to the season of ‘fun in the sun‘, it’s inevitable that at one point we must return to our everyday activities, whether that’s a full-time job or perhaps college or university. And with this transition from pleasure to business comes a question; what to wear on the wrist? Well, you’re in luck as today’s Buying Guide offers some stylish suggestions, all with a very sensible sticker price.Tissot Chemin des TourellesWe’ve recently put the blue dial version of the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles in the spotlight, but the rest of the range is not to be overlooked. The Chemin des Tourelles comes in 34mm, 39mm or 42mm sizes, with a variety of styles and colours. The design of the case is fairly simple yet tasteful and houses the Swatch Group’s Power
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