Introducing the AkriviA Tourbillon Chiming Jump Hour (specs & price) - Monochrome-Watches
Take a moment to allow those words to sink in: Tourbillon, Chiming, Jump Hour. Three complications joined in one single watch; two complications are rare, all three are highly unusual joined into one piece and take an extreme dexterity to do right. You cannot deny that AkriviA, the brand formed just three years ago, has ambition. You also cannot deny that Rexhep Rexhepi, the master watchmaker behind the brand, has the horological prowess to back up this ambition. Heck, if a legend like Kari Voutilainen says you're good, you're good*.?We've explained before, but we cannot emphasize it enough. The level of watchmaking this young man works at is simply staggering. Joining Patek Phillipe as an apprentice at the age of 14 years, movement developer for the now defunct (and partly gobbled up by Hublot) BNB Concepts and being hired as a watchmaker for Fran?ois-Paul Journe, it is evident Rexhep knows his complications. At FP Journe he worked on the Les Resonances, Octa and Chronograph Souverain

Events: The GMT Watch Safari, A Week of Experiences to Discover Swiss Watchmaking
To celebrate their 24th anniversary, our colleagues at GMT Magazine are organising an exclusive watch experience for 24 lucky watch enthusiasts, from October 27 to November 1, 2024, in Switzerland. This meticulously curated tour will offer a behind-the-scenes look into the heart of Switzerland’s legendary watchmaking industry. From Geneva to the historic Jura Mountains, and from Biel to Schaffhausen, the watch Safari tour promises a unique experience of horological discovery and craftsmanship.Throughout this week of discovery, participants will experience the thrill of discovery, much like a safari in the wild. It will be the chance to uncover exquisite watches, witness exceptional craftsmanship, workshops and enjoy tastings along with exclusive meetings with CEOs of various prestigious watch Maisons. Ad - Scroll to continue with article Each stop on the j

Recap: The Best Watches from Independent Watchmakers in 2023
Independent watchmaking, a category defined by low-production, artisanal-like companies where the soul of the creator can be deeply felt in the watches, is one of MONOCHROME’s most important (and favourite) topics. This segment of the industry has always been a highlight for us, and we are committed to promoting the work of these small companies… because this is where passion, innovation and creativity lie. Continuing our selections of the Best Watches of the Year, it is time to look at the five Best Indie Watches of 2023 selected by the MONOCHROME editorial team.Haute-Rive Honoris 1000-hour power reserveA tourbillon watch with 1,000 hours of power reserve on one mainspring… No, there’s no typo in that sentence. We’re talking about a 41-day power reserve in a single barrel in a watch barely larger than a Datejust. This watch, the Haute-Rive Honoris, is the result of the vision of Stephane Von Gunten, a watchmaker with a long track record in the industry. T

The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional is pretty hard to beat.
Tissot has a very solid for offering well-built, attractive mechanical watches for those on a fairly limited budget. Whether you’re interested in a sports-oriented chronograph or a cool sports watch with integrated design, Tissot has got you covered. And if you’re looking for a watch dedicated to aquatic life, there's one collection that offers immense value for money, and it has recently been updated with new colours and materials. We're taking a closer look at the Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional.It’s very easy, to sumarize the Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional: it's highly robust, comes with a very capable mechanical movement, and looks darn cool. But there's a little more to be discovered than just these basic three elements of course. With the updated models recently introduced Tissot expands the collection into new areas with two gradient dials and the option of a black PVD coated case. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph with Deep Blue Dial - Monochrome Watches
?Some real die-hard watch aficionados just have to see a small detail of a watch, to recognize its brand and model. However when a recognizable details becomes recognizable for the majority of watch collectors, then perhaps it’s time to acknowledge it has become iconic.?Vacheron Constantin just released a new version of the stainless steel Overseas Chronograph with a gorgeous deep blue dial. A very nice addition to the black and white dial steel Overseas Chronograph and the gorgeous Overseas Steel and Titanium.?A few words to describe the newcomer:?elegant, sporty, chic and of course Haute Horlogerie.The bracelet of the Overseas collection, with its links shaped like a half Maltese Cross, is very supple and comfortable on the wrist. Together with the bezel, that is also heavily inspired by the Maltese Cross, these are the details that are so recognizable that they have become iconic. Ad - Scroll to continue with article