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Introducing: The Slim d'Herms Pocket Vieux Grement (Live Pics & Pricing)
Herms, known for creating uber-luxe (and sometimes not-so-practical) objects, has just released a new limited edition Slim d'Herms pocket watch. The watch features an incredibly refined nautical engraving on the caseback and a blue enamel dial with those Philippe ApeloigCdesigned numerals that we love so much. It might not be a daily go-to for most people, but let's take a look anyway. The limited edition watch is made of 18k white gold, measures 45mm in diameter, and is produced case-first. The master engraver, Silvain Bettex (pictured below at an event last week in New York City) spends up to 55 hours on the engraving alone, hand chasing the nautical de...
Photo Report: The NOMOS Glashtte Metro Chronometer For HODINKEE Launch Party
This past Thursday we launched the NOMOS Glashtte Metro Chronometer For HODINKEE, a limited edition of just 100 watches. It took less than an hour and a half for the full run to sell out, but we wanted to make sure that buyers and non-buyers alike could see the watch in the metal C we're really proud of it, after all C and enjoy a beer and some pretzels with fellow watch lovers. The HODINKEE team and NOMOS founder Roland Schwertner welcomed guests in New York City and a few lucky collectors were even able to take their watches home with them that evening. ...
Business News: TAG Heuer Opens Silicon Valley Office In Partnership With Intel
Well, there goes the neighborhood. Earlier this week, with little to no public fanfare, TAG Heuer became the first Swiss watch company to open a Silicon Valley office. Setting up shop on Intel's Santa Clara, California, campus, TAG now has about a dozen R&D employees cranking away on the Connected Watch (and maybe other things too) and even hired away Tom Foldesi, a former Senior Director at Intel's New Devices Group. If nothing else, this is a serious statement that TAG Heuer and its digital products are here to stay.According to TAG Heuer, it manufactured and sold 60,000 Connected Watches this year, and it also has plans to launch a new smartwatch in April 2017 that it will make in muc...
Introducing: 'Patek Philippe: The Authorized Biography' By Nicholas Foulkes
This introduction is not of a new watch, but of a new book. Today, Patek Philippe announced Patek Philippe: The Authorized Biography, a new 544-page monograph about the vaunted Swiss watchmaker by British author and historian Nicholas Foulkes. The book contains over 600 images, including tons of original photography of rare watches not usually shown to the public.?We're yet to get our hands on a copy, but this sounds like a lot more than the usual brand book."I am very pleased to see the history of my familys company come to life in this excellent volume," says Philippe Stern, Honorary President of Patek Philippe (and father of current CEO Thierry Stern). "This is the first time that the Pa...
Introducing: Atelier de Chronomtrie, And Why It's The Most Interesting Thing I Saw During SalonQP
Some of the most interesting watches I saw at this year's SalonQP were made in Barcelona, Spain. And, as if that isn't enough, they were made by a three-person company that's barely more than a year old. No joke.Atelier de Chronomtrie impressed me more than anything else I saw at this year's exhibition. Granted, by this time of year, Ive already seen most of the watches on display from the larger and more popular makers, so Atelier had novelty on its side. But here's why I came away from my first few moments with the watches craving one for myself. With prices starting at 36,000 (approximately $39,775 at time of publishing) these guys will make you a ma...
We told you several English watchmakers might introduce new movements during SalonQP, and so they did. Just a few days after the introduction of the Stamford, a watch Robert Loomes offers with a locally-made movement, Garrick unveiled its first caliber as well (in a wristwatch that is also named after a British city). But this ones not made in the U.K. Instead, it finds its strength in an exclusive partnership that ties Garrick to UhrTeil AG, a Swiss movement maker run by Andreas Strehler. Strehler is a key figure in the modern independent watchmaking scene, and sort of an insiders' favorite. Hes on the executive board of the AHCI, he's a Harry Winston Opus series alumni, and he holds of a...
Photo Report: Watch Spotting At SalonQP 2016
The French contingent of HODINKEE (Arthur Touchot and Louis Westphalen) was in London last week and spent the weekend at the sixth edition of SalonQP, London's premier watch fair. If there were fewer big brands in attendance this year, there was no shortage of excitement. Between fresh faces showing off their new creations and a wealth of British watch companies announcing things like new movements, we had a ton to pay attention to. Of course we also had to scout the wrists of other attendees for some good old fashioned watch spotting. Enjoy. ...
Election Day Rewind: Your Complete Guide To The Watches Of United States Presidents
It's Election Day here in the United States, and it's safe to say that no matter what your political affiliation is, or even whether or not you reside in the U.S., you're probably somewhat preoccupied with how things are going to turn out. Things are a little tense, to say the least, so we thought it was as good a time as any to look back at some political history we can all agree on and enjoy together C the watches of the U.S. Presidents. It was over two years ago, for President's Day 2014, that Eric Wind first authored Your Complete Guide To The Watches Of United States Presidents, an in-depth historical look at the known watches owned by every single per...
Introducing: The New 40th Anniversary Frosted Gold Ladies' Royal Oak From Audemars Piguet
In 1972, Audemars Piguet first introduced the Gerald GentaCdesigned Royal Oak to the market. It was iconoclastic to say the least. Since then, the Royal Oak has become one of the most instantly-recognizable watches in the world and early vintage examples are highly sought after. But what you may not know, is that in 1976 the very first ladies' Royal Oak, designed by Jacqueline Dimier, was released. That makes this year the 40th anniversary of the ladies' Royal Oak and Audemars Piguet has partnered up with Florentine jeweler Carolina Bucci to celebrate, releasing four new women's watches with a new frosted gold finish. The Basics ...
In-Depth: The Breitling Emergency Orbiter 3
The Breitling Emergency has long been a guilty pleasure of mine. For many watch enthusiasts, its seen as a bit of a gimmickan oversized analog-digital quartz(!) marketing tool for guys who fancy themselves minivan test pilots or Scout Leader commandos. But as Ive indicated in the past, I have a weakness for uncompromising watches that are designed for a singular purpose and the Emergency is definitely that. After circling them for years while continuing to tread a safer path largely littered with mechanical dive watches, I finally pounced. I bought the unworn number 1,869 of the 1,999 limited edition watches Breitling made back in 2000 to commemorate the first nonstop round-the-world flig...
Hands-On: The Bulgari Serpenti Seduttori (With A 16-Carat Sapphire, No Less)
It is no secret that I love Bulgari.?I have written articles about the Serpenti?and the Tubogas, and most recently sourced a vintage enamel Serpenti for the HODINKEE Ladies' Collection at Material Good. So, it should come as no surprise to see this beaut come across your screen. What you see here is the latest addition to the Serpenti Collection: the Serpenti Seduttori High Jewelry bangle watch. And this little snake has a 16 carat sapphire on top of its head, because of course it does. The Serpenti Seduttori, head-on. So what is special and/or new about this Serpenti? Well, its the very first rigid-style bangle (read: singul...
Make room next to those five NBA MVP trophies, MJ. Yesterday at the White House, Michael Jordan C you know, that guy who won six NBA championships (where he was the Finals MVP in all six), and who is the league's all-time leader in points per game C was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Obama. And what did MJ have on his wrist while receiving the nation's highest civilian honor? That appears to be an IWC Big Pilot Platinum?Limited Edition, ref. 5002-02. Michael Jordan hugs President Obama while wearing an IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002. This reference was made by IWC in limited numbers, from roughly 2003-2006. Mi...
Photo Report: HODINKEE Hosts A Collector Get-Together At The Wempe Boutique In London
After back-to-back events in New York, HODINKEE and Wempe joined forces on an international scale this week, hosting a private cocktail reception inside the retailer's boutique on London's New Bond Street. On this occasion, we were joined by Mr. Ahmed Rahman, a London-based collector, who kindly gave us a sneak peak at his private collection and joined our senior European editor Arthur Touchot in a discussion about collecting in the 21st century. Thanks to everyone who joined us, and in case you couldn't make it here are some photos from the event.? HODINKEE European Editor Arthur Touchot and Ahmed Rahman dis...
You're Invited: A HODINKEE Meet-Up In London
Earlier this week we announced that we will be back in London to host a pop-up shop at Harrods December 1-4. To celebrate our return, we are hosting a meet-up on Tuesday, November 29, and you are all invited. Most of the gang will be there C Arthur, Cara, Louis, and Stephen, along with a couple others, and we can't wait to meet you. The meet-up will be held the evening of the 29th, from 6:00-8:00 PM in central London. Please be sure to email us for the details and to RSVP at?[email protected]. See you soon!...
You could say these two watches are brothers. They certainly look related, and while they're not exactly identical, they do share a common bloodline and quite a bit of history. After twice spending time in the same household, these two very rare Patek Philippe minute repeaters, ref. 2419 and ref. 2524/1, will likely be separated again next week, during the Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction: Three, where they'll hit the block one right after the other. Patek Philippe Ref. 2419 Minute Repeater Patek Philippe Ref. 2524/1 Minute Repeater These two watches were m...
Just a few weeks ahead of the 2017 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH), Cartier has announced three new timepieces. All three are very much expressions of what has been Cartier's most basic design philosophy for the last hundred or so years: the use of technical watchmaking not for its own sake, but rather for the purpose of creating emotional and aesthetic effects. Cartier's mystery clocks are one of the best examples of this approach at its most successful, and while these three timepieces likely sit right at the top of the horological food chain from a pricing perspective, they're also expressions of a unique design approach and of out-of-the-box technical solutions. I think...
Introducing: The Oris Divers Sixty-Five With New Silver Dial
Oris, founded in 1904, has just released a new version of its Divers Sixty-Five, a vintage-styled dive watch with traditional proportions and a sleek look. The Divers Sixty-Five collection was first released?back in spring 2015 as a throwback to the dive watches the company made back in 1965, as the name might suggest. Today, the watch gets an update with a new silver dial that offers a higher contrast option for those seeking something a little less traditional.? The Oris Divers Sixty-Five on the rivet-style stainless steel bracelet. The new silver dial is just the latest addition to a collection that already includes models ...
Reminder: Be Sure To Stop By The HODINKEE Pop-Up Shop At Harrods In London, Opening Tomorrow!
Just a friendly reminder that we are hosting an amazing pop-up shop at London's iconic Harrods department store that kicks off tomorrow, December 1, and runs through Sunday, December 4. We will have a fantastic selection of vintage watches for sale along with a large assortment of accessories, including a limited edition strap you can only get this weekend. Rolex Thunderbird, Ref. 1625, from 1975. We will have a variety of vintage watches from the likes of Rolex, Tudor, Tissot, and Universal Genve, including a 1960s Nivada chronograph with "Paul Newman" dial, a 1960s Breitling SuperOcean 2005, a 1950s Eterna dress watch, and ...
Times are tough out there C and not only are we seeing major brands take a hit, but also some of the little guys. Today, a fan favorite here at HODINKEE C Vulcain C announced that it would be laying off seven of its 12 remaining staff positions.? The company declined to say whether or not it would be for sale, though it seems likely it would be considering how thin staffing has become. If you are not familiar with Vulcain, they are most famous for producing the original alarm watch C the "Cricket," which has been worn by countless U.S. Presidents, and even by everyone's favorite drinking bud...
When we talk about space exploration and watches, the conversation quickly leads to the Apollo Program and the Omega Speedmaster. However, we do know of watches and indeed men that made it to space earlier. One such man, Mr. John Glenn, passed away today at the age of 95 after a lifetime of achievements, including becoming the first American to orbit the earth.? What many may not know is that he did so with a watch strapped to his wrist C but that doesn't mean it was a wristwatch. No, John Glenn orbited the earth accompanied by a Heuer stopwatch, on his landmark flight on Mercury-Atlas 6, in a vessel dubbed Friendship 7, in 1962. The previous two Mercury fl...