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Introducing: The Hanhart Thermosphere, A Purpose-Built Watch Inspired by Firefighting Operations
1+ hour, 39+ min ago (426+ words) Monochrome Watches German watchmaker Hanhart presents the new Thermosphere Limited Edition, a model created in partnership with the Baden-W'rttemberg State Firefighters Association. Based on the robust Aquasphere diving watch, the Thermosphere adapts the concept to an entirely different environment, replacing…...
First Look: A Smaller Case and Fresh Colours for the Powerful Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional
8+ hour, 9+ min ago (667+ words) Since its launch in 2021, the Seastar 2000 Professional has occupied an interesting spot in Tissot's catalogue. For around EUR 1, 000, it delivers a specification sheet that normally comes with more expensive dive watches: a helium escape valve, a ceramic insert bezel, 600m water-resistance,…...
News: Philippe Stern, Honorary President of Patek Philippe, Passed Away on 14 June 2026
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (670+ words) Based in France, Brice has a background in international finance. With a strong interest in watches that began with an old mechanical chronograph given to him at age 15, Brice joined the MONOCHROME team as a writer in late 2013. With his…...
First Look: Greek Brand Monovant Presents the new Rheon Bronze with Smoked Dials
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (645+ words) When Monovant introduced the Rheon Royal Lapis last year, the young Greek brand delivered a watch that was simple, sturdy, and regal. The deep blue lapis lazuli dial with a tiny diamond made a statement without relying on excess. Its…...
In-Depth: Diving with the new Doxa SUB 200 T. Graph II, The Return of the Brand's Diving Chronograph
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (291+ words) The concept was niche, but it worked. And while it may not have shaken the horological world upon its release, it has become a highly collectable cult icon in the years since. Doxa released a limited edition reissue of the…...
Introducing: The New Artya Purity Tourbillon Sport Editions
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (452+ words) Artya is known for not shying away from creativity, boldness and boundary-pushing designs, and proves this once more with its latest release. Following earlier models like the Purity Tourbillon, Purity Stairway to Heaven and Purity Central Tourbillon housed in the…...
First Look: The Angelus Tinkler 1958 Quarter Repeater
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (278+ words) Unveiled by Angelus at Watches & Wonders 2026, the Tinkler 1958 Quarter Repeater is a re-edition of the brand's pioneering mid-century automatic, waterproof quarter repeater wristwatch, which was already a rarity in its day. Engaging sight, sound and touch, we're going hands-on with…...
Petrolhead Corner: Audo Pulls Out All The Stops With The Super Sleek Nuvolari
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (1268+ words) With the R8 series coming to an end in 2024, after nearly 20 years of loyal service, Audi has lost its Top Dog, its Poster Boy sports car. The mid-engined two-seater R8 was a massive success, in sports and super-car terms at least, with…...
Introducing: The Arnold & Son HM London Skyline x The Limited Edition
3+ day, 22+ hour ago (563+ words) As a freelance journalist specialising in watches and jewellery, Rebecca Doulton began writing for the Financial Times in Mexico City in the early 1980s. Formerly the web editor of Tiempo de Relojes website, and watch editor of The Jewellery Editor, Rebecca…...
First Look: Tudor Returns To The F1 Grid With The Black Bay Chrono Carbon 26
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (738+ words) Tudor's partnership with the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team is now entering its third season, and by now it has produced a small family of watches that is beginning to stand on its own. After the two…...