Louis Moinet unveils the World's First Chronograph dating back to 1816 - Monochrome Watches
Until now the earliest patent for a chronograph dates back to 1844, and was filed by Adolphe Nicole. Another watchmaker, named?Nicolas Rieussec, name barer of the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec collection, created his chronograph for the French king in 1821.?Louis Moinet now claims that their ancestor, Louis Moinet?(1768 - 1853), created the first chronograph ever! And more over it had a beat rate of?216,000 vibrations per hour or 30 Hertz, meaning it could measure as precise as 1/60th of a second!! Seriously, think about it, normal (modern) mechanical watches have a beat rate of 18,000 vph up to 36,000 vph. Ad - Scroll to continue with article To put things even more in perspective, it wasn’t until 1916, exactly one century later, that Heuer created a chronograph reaching a frequency of 360,000 vibrations per hour.The movement?bears four hallmarks testifying

Introducing: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin Openworked in Yellow Gold
In the extensive range of anniversary timepieces unveiled by Audemars Piguet to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Royal Oak in 2022, one watch stole some of the spotlight: the Jumbo Extra-Thin Openworked 16204ST. Its contemporary and geometric design, complemented by dynamic, powerful, flowing lines, skillfully captures the essence of a classic skeletonised movement. Upon its initial launch, two versions were introduced: a discreet and nearly monochromatic steel model and a striking rose gold variant. This year, the Le Brassus-based manufacture presents a yellow gold iteration, which is as captivating, original, and impressive as its predecessors. Please welcome the newest addition to the Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin Openworked collection, the reference 16204BA.The Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin Openworked 39mm 16204 series shares its style and size with the classic closed-dial Jumbo 16202, with 39mm x 8.1mm case dimensions. These openworked models also had a brand-new self-wind

Introducing: The new Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope Paris 2024
Released in 2021, the Chronoscope was a surprising take on the classic Speedmaster, combining a large case, a two-counter dial (usually found in larger versions and racing-oriented models) with a vintage-inspired dial bearing no fewer than three snailed-shaped tracks. Untouched since its presentation, which included steel and bronze-gold versions, the Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope collection now expands to celebrate the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics – Omega being, once again, the official timekeeper of the event. And we now have appealing new models with charm and luxury, including references in Moonshine gold.What we’re looking at today are new variations around an existing collection, in order to celebrate the upcoming Olympic Games of Paris 2024, which are set to begin in just 100 days. In short, these new Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope models are identical to the classic versions we have reviewed here, only bringing new colours and materials. But as we’ve told on mu

The New Worldtimer Watches of Patek Philippe for 2022 - Monochrome Watches
With a history spanning over 80 years (and the famous Cottier watches), Worldtimers?are among?Patek Philippe's most popular complications. Patek was the brand to bring back this type of watches in 2000 with the launch of the 5110. The 5110 was replaced in 2006 by the 5130, itself replaced by the 5230 in 2016. On the occasion of Watches and Wonders 2022, the travel watch collection welcomes three new interpretations of existing models. The Blue Guilloche Platinum 5230P-001For the first time, Patek Philippe is interpreting the emblematic 5230 in a platinum case combined with a blue dial and strap. The dial center is adorned with a new circular hand-guilloche motif. Inside the watch is the fine and well-known Calibre 240HU (HU= Heure Universelle). This 27.50mm automatic movement features an off-center 22K gold micro-rotor, allowing a height below 3.9mm. It runs at 3Hz with 48 hours of power reserve. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

The New Hermes H08 Collection (Hands-On, Price)
For Watches & Wonders 2021, Hermes launches the H08, a new men's collection with the brand's characteristic flair for creating enigmatic shapes. Designed as a versatile, all-terrain watch, the Hermes H08 is as sporty as it is sophisticated. Like so many watch collections at Hermes, the hand of the designer makes its mark. In this case, the hand behind the new H08 collection is that of Hermes' creative director Veronique Nichanian. Presented in a choice of three cases – titanium, black DLC-coated titanium and graphene with ceramic – the H08 is powered by an automatic manufacture movement made by Vaucher.Design, design, designThe Parisian saddle and harness atelier founded by Thierry Hermes in 1837 has grown to become one of France's most beloved luxury Maisons. Some would say that Hermes actually perfected the concept of luxury. Synonymous with silk scarves, Kelly bags, the colour orange, horses and the best quality leather in the world, Hermes added watches to mix over