Hands-On - Cartier Drive de Cartier Extra Flat in Steel (Specs & Price)
In 2016, Cartier, the master of beautifully shaped cases, introduced a stylish dress watch for men; the Cartier Drive. Offered in gold or steel, it was an instant hit. Hot on the heels of this initial success, came the Drive Extra Flat in 2017, an even more refined and attractive dress watch that really turned our heads. Unlike the earlier Drive models, however, this beauty was only available in precious metals and, consequently, came with a rather hefty price tag. This year, however, we are pleased to say that Cartier has introduced the Drive Extra Flat in steel, and it is quite an attractive package at that.In the highly competitive world of ultra-thin watches - think the insane 2mm Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept or the Bulgari Octo Finissimo - the Cartier Drive Extra Flat appears comparatively thick at 6.6mm. On the wrist, however, it is superb. Perfectly proportioned with the 38mm high by 39mm wide case, with just enough weight that you know it's there without being intrusive &#

Introducing IWC Big Pilot's Watch 43 Racing Green IW329306 (Price)
If the real Big Pilot, the oversized 46mm watch, is still IWC’s flagship pilot’s watch, the recent introduction of the BP43 somewhat redistributed the cards. This slightly more compact, easier, simpler, more focused version is fast becoming the cornerstone of the collection. Following the initial black and blue versions in steel, we’ve seen the release of several special editions, such as the Spitfire and, a couple of months ago, the Top Gun ceramic version. And now, it’s time for new colours with this new IWC Big Pilot’s Watch 43 Racing Green IW329306 and an array of new rubber straps.Big Pilot’s Watch 43 (left) vs Big Pilot’s Watch 46 (right)A quick reminder about the facts. For almost 20 years, the name Big Pilot at IWC meant one thing: a 46mm, oversized, almost provocative watch inspired by 1940s B-Uhr, powered by a massive automatic movement with a 7-day power reserve, with a dial all about legibility (that thing can be used as a desk cloc

Introducing: The Ulysse Nardin Freak X Gumball 3000
The Gumball 3000 is no ordinary car rally. Known for its high-octane blend of luxury, adventure and extravagance, the Gumball has captivated automotive enthusiasts since 1999. This iconic road rally, featuring supercars and celebrities, is an annual celebration of breaking boundaries and living life in the fast lane over a 3,000-mile journey. To commemorate this daring event's 25th anniversary, Ulysse Nardin unveils a limited edition of a watch that was born to defy conventions too – the Freak.The 2024 edition of Gumball 3000 will lead its participants through Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia to the Singapore F1 Grand Prix held on September 22, 2024. As explained by Maximillian Cooper, Founder of Gumball 3000: “Celebrating 25 years of Gumball 3000 is a huge milestone, and partnering with Ulysse Nardin to create something truly special felt like the perfect way to mark it. Just like Gumball, the Freak X breaks the mold – it's bold, unconventional, and engineere

GIVE AWAY: an orange Applause Machine from MB&F's MAD Gallery - Monochrome Watches
It’s time again for a next give-away. Our good friends from MB&F, who also run the MAD Gallery in Geneva, Taipei and Dubai, kindly offered an Applause Machine that we can give to one of our readers. Just a few days ago we showed you, in a short video that we recorded in the MAD Gallery in Geneva, what a cool place it is. It’s all about mechanical art, whether we’re talking about the magnificent Horological and Legacy Machines or about the art in the MAD Gallery. The Applause Machine that you can win, is in orange, and this sweepstake will run from today until Saturday June 18.?Last week we shipped the BIG Ulysse Nardin wall clock to the lucky winner. Michael, if you read this, congrats! Today we ended the sweepstake for the beautiful Montblanc travel watch roll and I have to say that the number of people who registered for this sweepstake was just spectacular. We will be contacting the winner today, so watch your inbox. Now back to the topic at hand, the Applause

Panerai Luminor Due 2019 Collection PAM00926 PAM00927 PAM00964 PAM01043 PAM01045 PAM01046 - Introducing, Specs & Price
Panerai watches are always big. Panerai watches are supposed to be big. Panerai watches are waterproof to at least 100m or more.?Panerai watches are proper dive tools. That used to be watch world 101. And then the Luminor Due appeared… Thinner, smaller and not so much your reliable diver’s tool. Today, the Italian brand introduces no fewer than 6 new iterations of the Luminor Due, including a very good-looking edition in blue. Meet references PAM00926, PAM00927, PAM00964, PAM01043, PAM01045 and PAM01046.NEW DIRECTIONBack in the 1990s, when Panerai was riding the wave of success, things might've been quite easy for the stylish Italians. Take inspiration from a magnificent yet obscure design from the company’s archives, give it a contemporary twist and boom, another hit was born. Panerai's signature oversized cushion case became a guaranteed compliment magnet at any cocktail party. And although that's still definitely so, things have changed for the Italians. Success do