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• NDUSTRY NEWS : Ulysse Nardin introduces blockchain

  By horologium on January 19, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  We have reported some examples of the appearance of blockchain in the watch industry, and the latest is Ulysse Nardin, which now offers a blockchain-secured warranty certificate to keep track of not just the purchase but all servicing, and transfer… Read More ›

• NEW : Zenith Defy Classic Midnight

  By horologium on January 16, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  Zenith’s offerings at the inaugural LVMH Watch Week Dubai included two new Defy 21s (Land Rover Edition, Carl Cox edition), an A384 Revival with a ladder bracelet, two new Type 20 Rescue Editions (Rescue and Chronograph Rescue), and a revamp… Read More ›

• NEW : Bvlgari releases new Octo Finissimo models

  By horologium on January 14, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  At the LVMH Group’s Watch Week Dubai 2020 Bvlgari has launched new additions to its record breaking (and award winning) Octo Finissimo collection. The key piece is the Octo Finissimo Minute Repeater, making its first appearance in a precious metal… Read More ›

• NEW : Longines Heritage Classic Chronograph 1946

  By horologium on January 13, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  The last half year or so has seen a couple of attractive new Heritage Collection releases from Longines in the form of the Military 1938 and the Heritage Classic. Now, the brand has launched the Classic Chronograph 1946, not only… Read More ›

• NEW : H. Moser & Cie Streamliner Flyback Chronograph

  By horologium on January 10, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  What makes a Moser watch, ‘a Moser’? I am not speaking of the high profile pieces that have garnered broad media coverage but the ‘bread and butter’ of the brand – what they make and sell. Perhaps visually at least,… Read More ›

• ON THE WRIST : Ulysse Nardin Freak X Carbonium® Gold The Hour Glass

  By horologium on January 8, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  Last year saw retailer The Hour Glass release a number of 40th birthday commemorative limited editions in conjunction with their brands. Some of them sold out immediately upon announcement. One of these was the the watch that is the subject… Read More ›

• VACHERON CONSTANTIN : Les Collectionneurs – Australia edition

  By horologium on January 4, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  You may recall the announcement last year about Richemont piloting the use of blockchain authentication through the Vacheron Constantin Les Collectionneurs. This new ‘collection’ consists of vintage timepieces (including pocket watches) that have been restored by the brand and are… Read More ›

• HANDS-ON : Girard-Perragaux Bridges Quasar

  By horologium on December 30, 2019 • ( 0 )

  

  Bridges are an important part of the Girard-Perregaux story. Earlier this year they launched a new Neo Tourbillon with Three Bridges movement in a 46mm sized sapphire case, the first time that such a material has been used in this… Read More ›

• INDUSTRY NEWS : Swatch Group responds to Swiss Competition Regulator

  By horologium on December 26, 2019 • ( 1 )

  

  It is almost the end of the year, and with 2020 also brings the latest chapter of a long running saga within the watch industry. You may recall the ongoing stoush between the Swatch Group and Switzerland’s Competition Commission (WEKO)… Read More ›

• HANDS-ON : Kurono Bunkyō Tokyo by Hajime Asaoka

  By horologium on December 24, 2019 • ( 0 )

  

  The world of independent watchmaking will always be a niche one, in large part by dint of the small production numbers, as well as for the higher average entry price point into it. But even within such a niche the… Read More ›