Hand-On - Chopard L.U.C XP Esprit de Fleurier Peony (Specs & Price)
For the last three years, Chopard has adopted the graceful peony flower to decorate its?L.U.C XP Esprit de Fleurier 35mm limited editions for women. This year is no exception and Chopard unveiled a beautiful 18k rose gold edition of eight watches decorated with the silhouette of black paper-cut peonies on the dial and exquisite Fleurisanne engraving on the bridges of the movement. As the female representative of the L.U.C XP family, the watch is fitted with a Chopard manufacture ultra-thin automatic movement.The art of paper cuttingChopard has recurred to the art of paper cutting to create the delicate black peonies on the dial, a technique that highlights the sensual shape of the ruffled petals of the peony flower and captures its fleeting bloom. ?Developed in many corners of the globe, the art of paper cutting probably originated in Ancient China following the invention of paper. Jianzhi, Chinese paper cutting, came to the fore in the sixth century AD and ten centuries later made its

SIHH 2017 - Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Chronograph Perpetual Calendar Pink Gold
Back in September 2016 we told you about the launch of the revamped Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Chronograph Perpetual Calendar. An update to one of the brand's more iconic models, the new ref. 5000T boasted a re-designed dial and an improved movement. At the time however it was only available in a platinum case, unlike its predecessor which was also available in rose gold. At SIHH 2017, Vacheron Constantin completes this evolution with the official unveiling of the ref. 5000T-000R, featuring a gorgeous 18K pink gold case.The Traditionnelle Chronograph Perpetual Calendar brings together arguably two of the most practical - and sought after – complications within one highly attractive package and has been a mainstay of collectors for years. Presented in a 43mm x 12.94 case - now in your choice of platinum or 18k 5N pink gold - it is a stunning exercise in refinement both technically and aesthetically. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

Introducing NASA Velcro Straps for the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch
What would be the perfect accessory for your 2021 Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Master Chronometer? For sure, it would be an OMEGA x NASA Velcro strap, wouldn't it? Originally intended to be purely functional, allowing astronauts to strap their Speedmasters over their bulky spacesuits, it's a fan-favourite to complete “the look”. After the updated version of the Omega Speedmaster Professional Chronograph, Omega now launches new Velcro straps to fit your Speedy.In a celebration of the long-standing legacy between the Swiss watch manufacturer and the American Space Agency (NASA), Omega introduces three new NASA Velcro Straps, ideally suited to go with your Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch. The story of perhaps the most famous watch in history, certainly the most famous Omega watch, needs no explanation.? Ad - Scroll to continue with article Briefly put, in 19

Two unique Porsche cars from opposite ends of the world
It's always fun to try and find a suitable topic for The Petrolhead Corner, our weekly episodic slice of car-related content. Every Saturday we publish a story that interests us, and hopefully is fun to read for you as well. This week we have a trio of cars lined up all sharing the same badge, but stemming from very different parts of the world. The two cars in question couldn't be much different though, as we go from a vintage Porsche turned into a Pike's Peak monster, to a full-fledged electric race car that’s destined for the future! World's apart, but kindred spirits.Porsche is one of the most prolific sports car manufacturers in the industry, even though they sell more non-sportscars than actual sports cars. And by non-sportscars, I mean SUV’s and such, no matter how fast they might be. The core of the brand is still very much the 911, but over the past 20 years or so the company has had huge success in taking that 911 spirit into new territories. Cars like the Cayenne

Introducing: The Bremont Terra Nova Collection of Field Watches
With a passion for aeroplanes and watches, Bremont Watch Company was founded in 2007 by the English brothers Nick and Giles. Adventure is the overriding theme at Bremont, and its rugged tool watches are designed for airborne, seaborne and land exploration. The latest collection from Bremont's Henley-on-Thames headquarters is the Terra Nova, debuting with four watches inspired by military pocket watches of the early 20th century. Bremont is now in the hands of CEO Davide Cerrato, and the Terra Nova collection he has overseen could be regarded as his trial by fire. Sharing a robust cushion-shaped case, oversized crowns, vintage details and excellent legibility, the Terra Nova debuts with a time-only model, a time-and-date, a compass bezel with power reserve and a chronograph.Shared TraitsReplacing Bremont's earlier Terra Nova collection, the new models embrace the simplicity, ruggedness, functionality, and practicality of yesteryear military field watches. By studying early 20th-century