Ulysse Nardin Classic Perpetual Ludwig (Specs & Price)
Today we are taking a closer look at one of the most refined and streamlined Perpetual Calendars on the market, the Ulysse Nardin Classic Perpetual Ludwig. Named after the man largely responsible for the original watch some 20 years ago, Dr. Ludwig Oechslin, this modern-day tribute is nothing short of exceptional. Easy to set and even easier to read, this complicated watch helped pioneer a new way of thinking about Perpetual Calendars. Read on to learn what makes it so special.To say that Dr. Ludwig Oechslin is a gifted creator of complications is a gross understatement of the man's incredible talents. Associated with Ulysse Nardin for many years, his was the creative genius that developed the Freak, the Trilogy of Time collection (a trio of watches named Astrolabium Galileo Galilei, Planetarium Copernicus and Tellurium Johannes Kepler), and of course the Perpetual Calendar he created for the brand in 1996 to celebrate its 150th anniversary. He was also heavily involved in creation of

Skeletonized to the MAX: Kees Engelbarts Bronze Organic Skeleton Tourbillon - Monochrome Watches
A few years ago Kees Engelbarts showed me photos of his latest creation that we covered here. I was baffled to see by what degree one could skeletonize a mechanical movement. In all honesty, I wasn’t sure whether I really liked it or was “just” very impressed by the incredible craftsmanship this takes. Last month I visited?Kees Engelbarts in Geneva, his home town, and got to see his latest creations. Now I knew I do like what I saw, and today we’re going to show you his highly skeletonized tourbillon watch, which also happens to be his first watch in bronze.?Skeleton vs. Open-WorkedI’m guessing that you have seen a few skeleton watches before. However the moniker “skeleton watches” is often used for so-called open-worked watches, as well as for true skeleton watches.?Before we go any further, let me briefly explain the difference. In short,?open-worked watches feature an entire movement, or at least some movement parts, that are partially open.

Buying Guide - 5 of the Coolest Chronograph Watches Recently Launched
The chronograph is one of the most popular complications and 2021 continues to be a staple of new chronograph launches. Here are 5 cool models that have been presented since the beginning of the year… and with Watches and Wonders coming in a few days, there will certainly be more to add to the list in a couple of weeks.Hamilton Intra-Matic Chronograph HA monochrome favourite in the accessible chronograph category, the Hamilton Intra-Matic had been available with automatic movements only. This year, the brand launches a hand-wound version of the model. This nicely executed bi-compax chronograph comes in a compact 40mm case and is fitted with a hand-wound evolution of the tried-and-tested 7750 movement. The model is available on leather strap or mesh bracelet. Ad - Scroll to continue with article More information with our at www.hamil

Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos Classique Phases de Lune in Pink Gold - Monochrome Watches
For initiates the Atmos clock has no secrets, however for the rest of you the Atmos might seem like a perpetual motion machine. It seems to live on air and actually that’s exactly what is the case (no worries, we’ll explain it.) This year at the SIHH Jaeger-LeCoultre introduced a new pink gold version of the Atmos Classique Phases de Lune and it looks stunning. The Jaeger-LeCoultre Atmos, the clock that lives on air, was invented in 1928. The most remarkable feature about the Atmos is that it does not?need a battery or to be wound;?it?literally lives on air. Its?secret lies in the hermetically sealed capsule that?transforms even the smallest variations in ambient temperature into mechanical energy. Each time the temperature rises or falls by a single degree centigrade, the mechanism stores enough energy?for 48 hours. The huge balance oscilates extremely slow (one oscillation every minute) and is suspended from an incredibly fine Elinvar wire. Ad - Scroll to conti

Golden Times For The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm
In the much-contested luxury sports watch category, there are two main contenders: on the one hand, there are the elusive heavyweight contestants with exorbitant prices, and on the other, catering to a far larger demographic, is an over-saturated sector vying for its share of the pie with aggressive prices. Separating the wheat from the chaff, it is reassuring to discover that a good number of rock-solid brands offer well-built, well-designed, mechanically powered sports watches at budget prices. Tissot is undoubtedly one of these, and with the launch of its PRX Powermatic 80 in 2021, it’s fair to say that the Swiss brand has hit a home run. First introduced in a 40mm case size, the watch community’s loud clamours for a more compact model did not fall on deaf ears, and Tissot responded with the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm in June 2023. Today, fans of the PRX are in for a treat as Tissot unveils a hot new version in a yellow gold PVD case delivering the golden Midas touch without