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REVIEW: Patek Philippe Nautilus white dial reference 5711
Overview One of my favorite topics of conversation at watch events, such as the RedBar Crew meetup, is the concept of grail watches. For those of you not familiar, many people in our community use the term “grail watch” to describe a watch that’s at the top of their wish list. What you may not…
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Natalie Portman wearing Richard Mille
Last month, Richard Mille hosted a dinner in New York City to honor Natalie Portman, and welcome her as a friend of the brand. “For the occasion, Natalie chose to wear a conflict free diamond-set version of Richard Mille’s original watch for women: the RM 007 Automatic. With both natural rubber and synthetic satin strap…
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Introducing the Panerai Radiomir Oro Rosso 3 Days GMT
A special 200 piece edition of the Panerai Radiomir Oro Rosso 3 Days GMT (PAM00598) was unveiled during the Watches & Wonders watch trade show that began September 30, 2014. The Oro Rosso 3 Days GMT is presented in Panerai’s cushion-shaped case the measures 47 mm and features wire lugs. The dial deep blue is…
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Pre-SIHH 2013:Tourbillon G-Sensor RM 036
This is the new Richard Mille Tourbillon G-Sensor RM 036 which will be presented at SIHH 2013. Presented inside a signature tonneau shaped case, the RM 036 is powered by a manually wound mechanical caliber that displays hours, minutes and seconds, as well as a brand new complication: a mechanical G-sensor. The movement features a…
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Richard Mille RM 011 Felipe Massa Flyback Chronograph
This is the newest version of the Richard Mille RM 011 Automatic Flyback Chronograph “Felipe Massa.” It is now available in an ultra-light carbon composite case. It is powered be a caliber RM 011-S skeletonized automatic movement with adjustable rotor geometry. The functions include hours, minutes seconds, flyback chronograph, 60-minute countdown timer and annual calendar…
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Nadal Wins US Open Wearing Richard Mille Tourbillon
Rafael Nadal, the #2 ranked tennis player in the world, beat #1 ranked rival Novak Djokovic in 4 sets during the finals of the US Open yesterday. As you likely already know if you read this site, Nadal is an ambassador for Richard Mille watches. And accordingly, he is seen wearing his ultra-light Richard Mille…
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Richard Mille introduces the RM 56-02 Sapphire Tourbillon
In 2012, Richard Mille launched the exuberant RM 56 Felipe Masse Tourbillon Sapphire, which at the time was the first watch to utilize a pure sapphire crystal case. That was followed by the RM 56-01, which went a step further with the addition of a sapphire crystal baseplate, bridges and third wheel. At the Watches…
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Hands-On with the New Omega Seamaster Diver ETNZ Limited Edition
Fullscreen Last week in San Francisco, home to the 34th America’s Cup. Omega, who sponsors Emirates Team New Zealand, launched a special limited edition yachting watch to commemorate their relationship — the Seamaster Diver ETNZ Limited Edition. The America’s Cup begins July 4th. The Seamaster Diver ETNZ is presented in a 44 mm diameter (by…
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SIHH Preview: Richard Mille RM 67-01 Automatic Extra Flat
At SIHH 2016 next month, Richard Mille will launch a new watch styled after the brand’s original icon – the RM 010 – in a case that is only 7.75 mm thick. The RM 67-01 Automatic Extra Flat is sleeker and presumably more comfortable than the RM 010, without giving up the technical performance, robustness,…
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Carlos Coste Limited Edition by ORIS
This is the Limited Edition Carlos Coste Chronograph, named after the brand’s ambassador, a world champion free diver. This watch comes in a 47 mm titanium case with a a 4.8 mm sapphire crystal and is water resistant down to an impressive 1000 meters. The dial has orange accents, orange luminous paint and a black…
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Oris Calobra Limited Edition
Oris recently introduced the Calobra Limited Edition, which is essentially a special race themed version of the Oris Artix GT Chronograph. Presented in a 44 mm stainless steel case, the Calobra has a ceramic bezel with a minutes scale. The sapphire crystal is domed and features an inside anti-reflective treatment. Inside, is Oris automatic Cal.…
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SIHH 2015: Panerai Luminor 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback Ceramica
Ahead of SIHH 2015, Panerai has announced that they will debut their P.9100 chronograph movement, which is currently available in a gold or steel case, in a black ceramic Luminor 1950 case. The 44 diameter case is made of zirconium oxide (ceramic) and features a bead blasted matte black finish. The pushers are on the…