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We like to talk about vintage watches a lot within the Fratello team. Though most of what we write about is primarily focused on the most recent releases and developments, for many of us, a lot of the

For the past few years, there's been one thing you can bank on: Breitling nailing its new releases. Under George Kern, the brand has gone from strength to strength, leaving a rocky start to the relati

Yesterday, just prior to the start of Baselworld 2019, the new Breitling Superocean Collection debuted.? We had the chance to take a look at a couple different sizes.When most think of Breitling, chro

Last weeks Pre-Owned Picks included some pretty expensive watches, so lets tone it down a notch and have a look at whats out there to buy under 1,000.Every week we pick a few pre-owned watches from Ch

I am happy to admit that my taste in watches spans from the classic and reserved to the more out there and wacky pieces. Ive made no secret of my love for avant-garde and non-traditional watch design.

Jaeger-LeCoultre ReversoThe Reverso collection is so iconic, it almost doesnt need any further introduction. However, for those who never took the time to read about one of the most famous rectangular

Just like last year, the watch press is being overwhelmed with novelties that are going to be presented during the Baselworld exhibition. Some brands show the product in all its glory already, no secr

Don't judge and stop shaking your head. Just because there's a serious amount of yellow gold staring you in the face, you neednt leave this page. Just hear me out for a bit. If you read automotive mag

NASAs Apollo 8 mission in 1968 was the first flight where the astronauts orbited the Moon, see Earth entirely, witness the Earth rise and C here it comes C see the far side of the Moon. Or dark side

Introduced in 1993, the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2018. Therefore, Omega will be introducing an updated version this BaselWorld 2018. The Seamaster Diver 300M, intr

One of the coolest looking exhibition spaces at Baselworld is the double booth by Seiko.Since Grand Seiko became a different brand the Japanese powerhouse shares a twin booth, between their two major

Hey there, its This Week in Watches for March 21, 2020 and we have some news for you We delve into a concept watch and a couple more made for derring-do.H. Moser Endeavour Centre Seconds Concept Watch

Wow, this is all happening so fast. When we started the competition, we had 96 watches. Now were at the stage when the last 16 will be scythed in half to leave just eight remaining. At that point, the

Since 2012 Bvlgari broke seven world records with its Octo watches. What better way to celebrate a decade of records with another one? Enter record number eight. The 2022 Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra

If you google this watch, one of the first headlines youll see names it the The Vacheron Constantin Overseas 37mm (Without Diamonds). Clearly, this cool reference was earmarked for women only back in

Designer Gerald Genta started his own brand in 1969, however, this talented haute horlogerie designer also did design work for numereous other watch brands. He is responsibles for some all-time watch

Last January, at the SIHH in Geneva, Cartier launched two new Drive de Cartier models. Two models that, despite the name, not have that much in common besides the shape of the case and the large blued

In 1957, Omega introduced three watches for professional use: the Railmaster for scientists and engineers, the Seamaster 300 for divers and the Speedmaster for sports, race car drivers and engineers a

Today was press day at Baselworld 2018 and we took the opportunity to sit down with Breitling to see some of their newest releases. There's been a lot happening with the brand since the arrival of Geo

Nothing really new under the Sun with this Patek Philippe Nautilus 5726/1A, but you bet that they need to create (another) waiting list for it. Were talking about the Nautilus with annual calendar and