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Dead beat seconds: small complication – big impression Habring²: The movements A09S and A09MS

(03/2013) Models with a jumping seconds device have fought hard since 2005 to gain a fixed place in the small but exclusive Habring² collection. The rather unusual small complication does, after all, stand more than any other for the real core values of Habring²: reliable everyday technology but with that certain something.

For the world of horse-racing Longines Conquest Classic – a timeless collection

(03/2013) As a partner of the most prestigious flat races in the world, Longines was keen to launch a collection of timepieces to be worn amidst the excitement of the parade rings at Chantilly, Hong Kong, Royal Ascot or Dubai racecourses. As a tribute to the chronographs produced from 1881 on for race-goers and jockeys in New York, the famous Swiss watchmaker has now launched the Conquest Classic line.

Preview BASELWORLD 2013 Montechristo: The first mechanical watch developed by the italian watchmaking school

(02/2013) Montecristo island unexpectedly appears on the horizon as one looks out from the Island of Elba on clear days when the clouds are swept away by the north-westerly mistral, before vanishing again in the mists as soon as the wind turns. The mysterious profile of this legendary treasure island remains imprinted in the memory until the next time, a picturesque image evoking wild and wonderful places.

Preview BASELWORLD 2013 LOCMAN Italy presents: CHANGE

(02/2013) Fitted with a broad, sturdy and reliable steel case, CHANGE watches come with a highlyinnovative internationally patented feature: the strap may be changed in one smooth moveat any time of the day by slipping it in and out of a dedicated slot on the back of the watch that works like a belt loop.

Breathtaking Refinement The Oris Calobra Limited Edition

(02/2013) Calobra is a small village thirty-two miles from Palma de Mallorca, Spain. The picturesque landscape is renowned for its weaving roads, with breathtaking corners, including the infamous 'Nus de sa Corbata' which translates as 'tie knot'. A haven for classic car enthusiasts, Oris is proud to be the official time partner and title sponsor of the 2013 classic car rally.

Luxury of Time Exceptional qualities: Tissot Luxury Automatic

(01/2013) It is indeed pure luxury to have an automatic watch that will last for 80 hours in addition to providing a pure and divine look. These exceptional qualities are owed to the way the piece is worked and to its revolutionary Powermatic 80 movement.

Black Ceramic Black-Look: The CLASSIC FUSION EXTRA-THIN SKELETON

(01/2013) In less than a year, it has become one of Hublot's major bestsellers. It has met with phenomenal success all over the world, in Asia, Europe and the United States. The cornerstone of classic watches at Hublot. An extra-thin skeleton watch, a Classic Fusion whose design has been refined while retaining the dynamic and modern codes immediately recognisable as Hublot.

We Travel from One Time Zone to Another SIHH 2013: The Montblanc TimeWalker Watches for Globetrotters

(01/2013) Globalization ranks among the most important aspects of modern life. Goods and services are exchanged around the planet. Financial currents follow the opening hours of the world’s stock exchanges and flow around the world once each day. Residing in Germany, cultivating business relationships in the USA and enjoying holidays in the Seychelles: such arrangements and countless variations on them have become everyday features in modern people’s lives.

Performance Engineering for the wrist SIHH 2013: The new Ingenieur watch collection from IWC Schaffhausen

(01/2013) The completely remodelled 2013 Ingenieur watch collection from IWC Schaffhausen focuses entirely on its new partnership with the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team. For the next three years, the watch manufacturer will be the Official Engineering Partner of the Mercedes-Benz works team. For the new collection, IWC’s design engineers took their inspiration from Formula One™.

Timeless classicism SIHH 2013: The Piaget Altiplano Date

(01/2013) A new complication, a new double record for extreme slimness. For the very first time, an Altiplano is equipped with a date display, while also taking its place as the world’s thinnest watch in its category in terms of both the movement and the case. Automatic Caliber 1205P is a mere 3 mm thick, while the case of the new Piaget Altiplano Date measures only 6.36 mm thick.

Synonymous for the German Wirtschaftswunder How A. Lange & Söhne helped turn Made in Germany into a seal of quality

(12/2012) 125 years ago, Great Britain instructed importers to label their goods with a declaration of origin. The objective was to warn consumers against cheap products, mainly from Germany. But the plan backfired. The German economy responded with a quality offensive.

For people with petrol running through their veins Three new chronographs: Hanhart PIONEER Racemaster

(11/2012) Hanhart is harking back to its close association with motor racing in the 1960s and 1970s with the launch of three new chronographs from its Pioneer collection. The Racemaster GT, the Racemaster GTM and the Racemaster GTF, with their sporty, technology-inspired design, are the first models produced by the Swiss-German watch brand to feature watch cases made from HDSPro® steel, which is 100 times more scratch-resistant than conventional stainless steel.

Perfect timing Christopher Ward’s C9 Automatic Epitomises English Understatement

(11/2012) The C9 Automatic is the final range of watches created by Christopher Ward to celebrate the 250th anniversary of John Harrison’s ground breaking H4 chronometer which solved the centuries old "Longitude Problem". Harrison’s breakthrough in 1762 made accurate navigation possible at sea for the first time and saved countless lives in the process.

A history of beauty combined with performance The Longines Avigation Watch Type A-7

(11/2012) Founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, the famous Swiss watch brand can boast a long tradition characterised by the elegance of its products. The Longines Avigation Watch Type A-7 has been inspired by the brand’s rich history and its close relationship with the world of aviation. Performance and precision – which are essential qualities in this field – are abundant in this exceptional chronograph, which is fitted with the single push-piece column-wheel movement that was developed exclusively for Longines.

The elegant alternative: Chronos with a new face HABRING Uhrentechnik: When the minute comes from the centre

(11/2012) You don't have to have been bitten by the watch bug to easily recognise most chronographs. The buttons that start, stop and reset chronograph functions are just as characteristic as the auxiliary dials for displaying the stopped time.

A very special series of Breitling Limited Edition: The Avenger Seawolf Blacksteel Code Yellow

(11/2012) Its name says it all. Avenger for its power and its unfailing sturdiness. Seawolf for water resistance to the fabulous depth of 3,000 meters (10,000 ft). Blacksteel for the black case achieved by a highly resistant carbon-based treatment. And Code Yellow for the extremely original touches of yellow enlivening the seconds hand, the inner bezel, and the Automatic inscription on the dial.

Getting into the swing of sophisticated watchmaking Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

(11/2012) The new Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono uses the latest innovations in watchmaking to improvise on the proven melody represented by its original version. Driven by the recently developed H-21 movement, this high-performance automatic chronograph can rely on 60 hours of power reserve.

A special edition this autumn How MeisterSinger makes customers kings

(10/2012) Blue has always been one of the most precious and most expensive colours that there is. One kilo of ultramarine blue would still cost around EUR 14,000 today. It is no wonder, that kings like Philipp III named „the bold“ and Frederick II „old Fritz“ adorned themselves in blue robes. The term „blue-blooded“ doesn’t exist by chance. It’s actually not very surprising that the two most exclusive MeisterSinger models have a blue finish in Autumn 2012.

Bigger, Better...Brilliant! The Frederique Constant Table Clock

(10/2012) Frederique Constant has, in a relatively short span of time, become renowned for creating technically brilliant and visually stunning watches. Timeless in appearance, these watches are crafted from the finest materials known to man, coupled with scientific advances--many of which have been developed in-house by passionate Frederique Constant artisans, engineers and craftsmen-that offer unsurpassed performance, reliability and durability.

For every wrist Porsche Design: The new Flat Six models

(10/2012) For the past 40 years, Porsche Design has epit-omised functional and puristic watch design. The ornamental elements of the luxury brand's timepieces are limited to the hands, the minute markings and clear writing on the dial. Professor Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, who founded Porsche Design, had no interest in decoration for the sake of decoration. For him, the aesthetics of a product arose from considering form and function as equal partners.

Longstanding partnership The Frecce Tricolori loyal to the Breitling Chronomat

(10/2012) On October 18th, Breitling and the Frecce Tricolori met up at the Italian air base in Rivolto to reaffirm the longstanding partnership and to reveal a new Chronomat 44 bearing the flight team's livery, along with a limited edition featuring the same design.

Know your Limits The all new Oris TT1 Chronograph

(09/2012) Oris is proud to introduce the TT1 Chronograph. Beautifully crafted, the timepiece is instantly recognisable by its precise design and striking use of colour. Forged from the heat of the track, the TT1 Chronograph is a breathtaking timepiece, with all the functionality expected from Oris.

Two performance timepieces for top-performing teams The Aquaracer 500M ORACLE TEAM USA Limited Editions

(09/2012) Join 2013 America’s Cup adventure with Aquaracer “TEAM USA” Limited Editions, as worn by the ORACLE TEAM USA athletes. These timepieces combine all the professional safety features of the range and come with special racing red touches. Both watch and chronograph proudly salute the ORACLE TEAM USA colours with the red of the hand-applied “TEAM USA” or “DEFENDER” logos, the helium valve, and the hands all standing out boldly against the vertical wave pattern of the black dial.

Equipped with the H1837 Manufacture calibre Hermès modernises its Dressage watch

(09/2012) Time marches on at Hermès which modernises its Dressage watch. Created by Henri d'Origny in 2003, the aesthetic is more contemporary than ever while remaining true to its original temperament. While the case retains its dimensions, a larger opening for the black or opaline silver dial emphasises its roundness and the openworked dauphine hands.

Only 25 pieces New: The Hublot Mykonos Classic Fusion Chronograph

(08/2012) Blue. White. Greece. Summer. The Cyclades islands. Mykonos. With the sea glimmering in the sunlight, white houses with their blue shutters and balconies directly overlooking the Mediterranean, pretty little side streets which offer welcome shade, windmills, fine sandy beaches, small, untouched creeks, magical sunsets and pelicans, Mykonos is undoubtedly the most distinctive of the Greek islands.

Miracles keep happening Masterpieces of Engineering from Saxony

(08/2012) The Loschwitz Bridge over the River Elbe in Dresden, commonly referred to as the “Blue Wonder”, is a masterpiece of engineering from Saxony, one of the 16 German states. The bridge has formed a link between the Dresden districts of Loschwitz und Blasewitz since 1893.

For Men and Women The Ulysse Nardin Classico Luna

(07/2012) The sun is a constant – a blazing sphere of light that rises each morning. The moon, equally stunning, illuminates a sense of mystery. Changing every evening – from the delicate shadow of a new moon, to the jagged “D” formation of a waxing moon as it grows from new to full, to the smooth “C” shape of a waning moon as it minimizes from full to new – its lure has affected and fascinated the natural world for millenniums.

Become a fan on Facebook, answer a question and win Only 3 days: Win a Carl F. Bucherer luxury watch

(07/2012) With the Alacria Fancy Diva, Carl F. Bucherer has created a sophisticated union of the watchmaker’s skill with the rich tradition of the jeweler’s art. Become a fan on Facebook, answer a question and win this extraordinary watch with a value of 2,400 CHF! Competition closing date is July 29th 2012.

The Fascination of Precious Metals Award for Outstanding Achievements

(07/2012) The eyes of the whole world are on London when the 30th Olympic Games will open on 27 July 2012. The goal of the athletes is clear: A place on the podium – or even a gold medal. At the Olympics – the world’s largest sporting event – only outstanding achievements will bedistinguished with this precious metal.

The elegance of performance Discover new horizons: The Longines Conquest 24 hours

(07/2012) Founded in the town of Saint-Imier, the famous Swiss watchmaker Longines, which celebrates this year its 180th anniversary, has a long tradition marked by the continual elegance and performance of its products. The Conquest line is the quintessential expression of Longines’ sporting elegance and presents most emblematic pieces within the Longines Sport Collection. The brand now extends this line with the Conquest 24 hours – dedicated to all of those who aim to discover new horizons.

A new creation for ladies AEROWATCH: The new Collection 1942 Butterfly

(07/2012) The subtle flutter of butterflies which grace our summers inspired Aerowatch to launch a new creation for ladies, a timepiece that endearingly symbolizes the sensuous lightness of being. It is a watch that gently hugs the wrist and reflects the free spirit of dainty butterflies as they frolic in the summer breeze, evoking and recalling moments of joy and fulfillment.

Limited edition of 40 pieces Special Edition: ARMIN Manual Water - Special Edition GAC Pindar Sailing Team

(06/2012) It is considered to be the best supported and most dynamic sailing series in the world: the Extreme Sailing Series- fast, thrilling, spectacular. To coincide with the third leg, which took place in Istanbulfrom 7 to 10 June 2012, ARMIN STROM, sponsor of the GAC Pindar Sailing Team, launched a special limited edition of 40 pieces – matching the lines of the slim, racy similarly structured catamarans (40-foot / 12.2 meters).

The great white sports watch BREITLING SUPEROCEAN 42 White Water

(06/2012) The Breitling spirit is set to make waves again with a new version of the Superocean 42 entirely clad in white from strap through bezel to dial. Ultrasturdy, ultra-sporty and water-resistant to the fabulous depth of 1,500 meters (5,000 ft), this diver's watch with a steely character has already established itself as a champion of reliability on the wrists of those with a taste for powerful sensations.

Tribute to the Right Honorable Statesman Cuervo y Sobrinos presents the Robusto Day-Date Churchill

(06/2012) This unique model is a tribute to Winston Churchill, cigar "aficionado" and former client of the Cuervo y Sobrinos boutique in La Habana. It is produced in a limited edition of 200 pieces. Symbol of unique lifestyle and personality by late 1940’s the CyS boutique name had become one of the most important brand in Americas. The boutique became a vital destination for some of the most illustrious visitors to Havana during that era such as Einstein, Hemingway, Churchill, Gable, Eleonora Duse, Neruda and many others.

A celebration of the mystical and scientific Mayan genius DE BETHUNE - The ninth Mayan underworld

(06/2012) The ninth step of the Bolon Yokte Ku, the cosmic pyramid of the Mayan civilisation, symbolises the advent of a new world, the ninth underworld, according to which the evolution of consciousness is believed to reach its highest level.

Celebrating the new James Bond film The Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M SKYFALL Limited Edition

(06/2012) In SKYFALL, to be released in autumn of 2012, James Bond will take to the screen for the 23rd time with Daniel Craig again assuming the role of the world’s favourite secret agent. And once again, 007 will wear an OMEGA Seamaster.

Breitling celebrates the 50th anniversary Breitling Navitimer Cosmonaute: The first spacegoing wrist chronograph

(05/2012) On May 24th 1962, a Breitling Navitimer chronograph became the first wrist instrument to share in the conquest of space by accompanying the Aurora 7 flight. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of this historical feat, the brand is launching into orbit a new Navitimer Cosmonaute equipped with a highperformance Manufacture Breitling movement, entirely developed and produced in the company workshops.

A Day at the Races The all new Oris Artix GT Chronograph

(05/2012) At the heart of innovation and design, the Oris Artix GT Chronograph is the latest addition to the Oris family. Building on Oris’ Motor Sports heritage, the watch combines timeless contemporary design with sporty elegance.

Runabout Venice Limited Editions A limited edition of timepieces named Runabout

(05/2012) Since 2009, Swiss watch Manufacturer Frédérique Constant celebrates the legendary Runabout yachts of the Roaring Twenties, by offering an attractive series of limited edition timepieces named “Runabout”.

A sophisticated artistry DELACOUR: The Promess Glamour

(05/2012) The sleek curves of the case are offset by angled planes defining the many personalities of this versatile line. Diamonds, Rubies, Peridots, Iolites, Citrines, Pink Tourmalines and Amethysts make up the dials of the Promess Baguette.

Five-year warranty on all models equipped with Manufacture movements The Breitling seal of confidence

(05/2012) In 2009, Breitling took its place within the exclusive circle of watch companies with their own mechanical chronograph movement. Not only was the development of this Caliber 01 intended to ensure the brand's long-term independence, but as a specialist of chronographs and instruments for professionals, Breitling also set itself the goal of making the world's best chronograph movement.

Limited Edition: The Movado Red Label Skymap

(05/2012) Before man devised instruments to track time, the ancients measured their days by the movement of the sun across the sky, and their seasons by the subtly shifting position of the stars twinkling in the night firmament. For 2012, Movado – renowned for its iconic Museum dial defined by a single dot at 12 symbolizing the sun at high noon – presents the Red Label Skymap.

The true nature of the Breitling woman Breitling Colt 33: A supersporty model for elegant women

(05/2012) The sporty, daring and elegant Colt 33 reflects the true nature of the Breitling woman. It is now interpreted through an original collection combining exclusive new leather straps composing a delightful bouquet of bright colors, a quintessentially feminine expression of the Breitling spirit.

Changed time zones necessitate an updating of the Weltzeit and GMT watches NOMOS Glashütte is shifting the boundaries

(03/2012) There are places where a step or a stroke when swimming or rowing can propel one from today into yesterday or tomorrow. But where does this dateline lie?The sun, the earth, and the stars would plead for a straight line—but since there are countries, and countries have boundaries, the international dateline sometimes zigzags. And then sometimes this line is shifted—as Samoa, an island state on this boundary, recently did.

More chic than black The Glashütte sunray decoration ennobles the dial of the Zürich braungold

(03/2012) The optical qualities of gold combined with great elegance and the trust that wood and earth convey to us: Zürich braungold is the name of a new variant of the manliest NOMOS watch, the Zürich. This likeably solid color also sets one thinking of warmth, power, and a good whiskey; it isn’t as hard as black, and at the same time it’s even more elegant. And that, for several years now in fashion, brown has gone well with black is all the better.

An enviable price-performance ratio New: The Atlantic Seashore

(03/2012) True to its motto, Atlantic Watch SA is proposing its new “Seashore” line, comprising models that combine classicism and simplicity, and with an enviable price-performance ratio, to say the very least. The 42mm high-quality steel case lends a feeling of determination while remaining thoroughly classical, and reinforces the hours displayed with a sporting allure, sometimes laboriously, sometimes casually.

An innovative blend of noble steel and ceramic BASELWORLD 2012: The new Searamic

(03/2012) With the Searamic, Atlantic Watch SA has created an elegant line, as feminine as you like, with an innovative blend of noble steel and ceramic. The rectangular case, deceptively simple in appearance, surprises with its crystal covering the whole surface. A play of light enhances the sobriety of its contours, timeless form.

High-precision wrist computer BASELWORLD 2012: The OMEGA Speedmaster Racing

(03/2012) When the OMEGA Speedmaster was introduced in 1957, it was valued by motorsport and rally drivers for its chronograph performance and for its design aesthetics. In fact, its dial design was inspired by the dashboards of Italian cars of the time; it was also the first chronograph whose tachymetric scale was repositioned from the dial to the bezel.

A fusion of technical mastery and mechanical reliability BASELWORLD 2012: TUDOR Pelagos - A superlative watch!

(03/2012) A diving tool par excellence, the new TUDOR Pelagos is a fusion of technical mastery and mechanical reliability. It is also a proud reference to several style codes that have punctuated TUDOR’s history and left their mark on some of the company’s most iconic models. Capitalizing on this heritage, the Pelagos goes even further, inviting TUDOR to explore the silent world in a new dimension.

Celebrating a landmark of maritime history from a parallel position BASELWORLD 2012: The Hamilton Khaki Navy Pioneer Limited Edition

(03/2012) As Hamilton enters its 120th year of timekeeping on land, in the air and at sea, the Hamilton Khaki Navy Pioneer Limited Edition mirrors the brand’s deep-rooted maritime history. A finely crafted contemporary interpretation of the marine chronometers produced by Hamilton in the 1940s, this precision timekeeper doubles as a wristwatch and table-clock.

The TURBINEDIVER BASELWORLD 2012: Perrelet presents new diving watch

(03/2012) To explore the world’s fascinating seabeds, the Turbine watch adopts an original design that is as symbolic as it is functional. The rounded contours of the 11-blade upper rotor subtly evoke a submarine propeller. Spinning freely above the SuperLuminova-coated surface, it creates the illusion of an entirely luminescent dial that naturally gains intensity at night or in the darkness prevailing at great depths.

An anthem to femininity BASELWORLD 2012: The EBEL Beluga Grande Sertie

(03/2012) Ebel is first and foremost the story of a woman, Alice Lévy, who founded the brand with her husband Eugène Blum. Their combined initials gave rise to the brand name EBEL. Throughout its history, EBEL has distinguished itself by the originality and the beauty of its feminine watches.

Unique symbiosis of tradition and modernity BASELWORLD 2012: The PIONEER Stealth 1882 Limited Edition

(03/2012) As Hanhart celebrates its 130th anniversary in 2012, the Swiss-German watch brand, which was originally founded by Johann A. Hanhart in the Swiss town of Diessenhofen and still enjoys a reputation as a leading manufacturer of precision timekeeping instruments today, is looking back on a successful and innovative company history.

Distinguished and Durable BASELWORLD 2012: New editions of ultramodern ladies timepieces

(03/2012) In lieu of the success of Rotary’s “Ceramique” collection, striking new editions of ultramodern ladies timepieces are revealed at this year’s Basel fair. The new models, crafted entirely from durable ceramic, are not only fashion-forward but built to last. Committed to preserving 117 years of tradition, Rotary Watches offers exceptional timepieces at an unrivalled price point. Combining premium quality with innovative technology and resources is the key to presenting unrivalled design.

A windfall for lovers of strong emotions BASELWORLD 2012: A tough watch for divers

(03/2012) Flagship of Atlantic Watch, the represents an amalgam of the Brand’s complete know-how. Guaranteed water-resistant to 300 metres, it continues in a long tradition of marine watches, combining high watchmaking quality and sturdy character, like the 316L steel from which it is made. A windfall for lovers of strong emotions.

In honour of Wally Schirra and his historic wristwatc BASELWORLD 2012: The Speedmaster First OMEGA in Space Chronograph

(03/2012) So much has been written about the rigorous testing that led to the OMEGA Speedmaster’s being the only watch qualified for every manned NASA mission that it is easy to forget that the very first OMEGA worn in Space was the Speedmaster that astronaut Wally Schirra wore during his Mercury Atlas 8 mission in October of 1962.

The ultimate dream! BASELWORLD 2012: Created for exceptional women

(03/2012) With its feminine, luxurious and refined design, the emblematic Premier collection is revisited here with the Premier Ladies 36mm. This timepiece, created with exceptional women in mind, is clearly destined to immortalize the moment in hand.

First timepiece by Atlantic with a power-reserve indicator BASELWORLD 2012: Worldmaster 1888 mit Réserve de Marche

(03/2012) The latest newcomer in the legendary “Worldmaster 1888” series is the first timepiece launched by Atlantic Watch SA with a power-reserve indicator. Headquartered in the Swiss town of Lengnau, Atlantic Watch SA has been manufacturing quality watches for over one hundred and twenty years.

A perfect embodiment of TUDOR’s vintage spirit BASELWORLD 2012: Tudor shows the Heritage Black Bay

(03/2012) The new TUDOR Heritage Black Bay is steeped in the mysterious aura of a hidden bay that gradually yields its secrets to those who venture there, a long-lost treasure returning to the light of day. It is the latest addition to the TUDOR Heritage collection launched in 2010 which is aimed at drawing together some of the brand’s emblematic models, inspired by its past and revisited. The Heritage Black Bay is a perfect embodiment of TUDOR’s vintage spirit.

The Glashütte sunray decoration graces new variants BASELWORLD 2012: Blue-ribbon NOMOS

(03/2012) “Blue is the typical heavenly color,” said the famous artist Yves Klein. Blue stimulates creativity and contemplation. And blue gold? It does the same: a nonfading, deep blue that can also be called royal blue, Paris blue, French blue, Prussian blue, or ink blue.

Unique and innovative style BASELWORLD 2012: The Premier Excenter Time Zone

(03/2012) The Premier Excenter Time Zone by Harry Winston offers a fresh take on the emblematic Premier collection. Right at first glance, this timepiece boldly asserts that it is part of the select circle of Haute Horlogerie. While preserving its own personality, the Premier Excenter Time Zone bears the genetic imprint of a brand that has imposed its unique and innovative style on a centuries-old industry. It admirably encapsulates the very essence of the brand identity, perfectly embodying its pursuit of excellence and its avant-garde spirit.

New Swiss Made models launch TV advertising campaign BASELWORLD 2012: The Rotary Aquaspeed collection

(03/2012) The Rotary Aquaspeed collection is the subject of a headline-grabbing new TV advertising campaign as the Swiss Made “Pacific” collection takes centre stage. First launched at the beginning of 2009, the Rotary Aquaspeed collection of sports-inspired watches has been an overwhelming success, and is a reminder of the company’s expertise as a leading watch supplier.

The movement of tradition BASELWORLD 2012: Atlantic Worldmaster Chronograph Valjoux

(03/2012) What could be more gratifying for any watch lover than owning an historical movement from the “Swiss Made” watchmaking tradition? Versatile, robust and accurate, the “Valjoux” is one that has set its stamp on the era of the automatic chronograph. With the Worldmaster Valjoux Chronograph, Atlantic Watch SA provides a majestic example in support of its reputation for offering the best at fair value.

Back to the Future BASELWORLD 2012: Kairos 2012 with a new Face

(03/2012) Following the successful launch of the Pacific Line and the Lady Collection, 2012 sees the traditional Chronoswiss line Kairos heading back to the spotlight. Alongside a new version of the Kairos Chronograph, Chronoswiss has also reworked the classic Kairos Automatic and Kairos Lady models. These new “faces” are currently being presented at Baselworld 2012.

One for all! BASELWORLD 2012: Hanhart PIONEER MonoScope

(03/2012) In the first half of the 20th century, Hanhart was a key pioneer in developing highly-functional precision chronographs. As early as 1938, the Swiss-German watch brand designed a mono-pusher model for naval officers, featuring its own “Calibre 40” movement.

The ultimate return-ticket between metric and imperial BASELWORLD 2012: The Hamilton Khaki X-Patrol

(03/2012) For much of its history, Hamilton has found inspiration in the skies and has a long list of aviation timepieces in its product logbook. Propelling its pioneering aviation spirit to new heights in the year of the brand’s 120th anniversary is the dynamic Hamilton Khaki X-Patrol.

A world premiere! BASELWORLD 2012: The OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean Ceragold

(03/2012) OMEGA’s upgrade of the Planet Ocean collection was one of the industry’s most talked about and warmly welcomed product releases in 2011. This year, OMEGA is extending the collection with its stunning new Seamaster Planet Ocean Ceragold watches. They are distinguished by a ceramic bezel whose diving scale is made of an innovative new product called Ceragold™. The incrustation of Ceragold into the zirconium-based ceramic bezel is a world premiere.  

Breitling brings the world to the Wrist BASELWORLD 2012: The Transocean Chronograph Unitime

(03/2012) Breitling reasserts its horological mastery by launching a “world time” chronograph equipped with a new caliber entirely developed and produced in-house. Thanks to its double disk, the Transocean Chronograph Unitime simultaneously and constantly indicates the time in all 24 timezones.

Limited edition BASELWORLD 2012: The real TOPGUN watch carries the Breitling signature

(03/2012) As a privileged partner of aviation, Breitling enjoys long-established associations with the greatest professionals and flight teams on the planet – including the prestigious TOPGUN flying school, the US Navy tactics instructor program. In a meeting held at the NAS Fallon, Nevada base, TOPGUN members unanimously decided to signal their exclusive cooperation with Breitling through the creation of a limited edition bearing their insignia.

Ready To Dive! BASELWORLD 2012: The original DAS BOOT timepieces

(03/2012) The movie classic DAS BOOT still captivates audiences all over the world even 30 years after its first release. For all watch lovers among you we are now producing the authentic DAS BOOT watches. The new DAS BOOT timepieces – no compromise in quality combined with an intriguing design. Highly resistant to wear and tear these watches are made for even the roughest of environments. Diving watches for real men!

Reinventing the mechanical Regulator BASELWORLD 2012: The TAG Heuer MIKROGIRDER

(03/2012) Simpler, faster and more efficient than science dreamed possible, impervious to gravity and dramatically reducing isochronous error, potentially easier to manufacture and able to precisely measure time to a phenomenal 5/10,000th of a second today, and probably even more precisely tomorrow…

700 anniversary in 2012 BASELWORLD 2012: A Tribute to la Neuveville

(02/2012) La Neuveville the medieval city of Lake Biel, is celebrating its 700 anniversary in 2012. Located in the watch region par excellence, La Neuveville is also the home and DNA of the brand RSW. With his new creation, RSW wanted to mark this important anniversary by giving it its name. “La Neuveville” with its simple and elegant vintage case perfectly illustrates the spirit of this historical town and allows RSW to add his own stone to the mosaic of famous watches in the region.

Robust and ultra-reliable Swiss chronograph movement BASELWORLD 2012: The Edox Grand Ocean Chronolady

(02/2012) The Grand Ocean collection, that hymn to the world of water sports and yacht racing, is now augmented by a supremely elegant ladies’ model. While retaining the silhouette and curves of its more masculine sisters, the new Chronolady is available in a pure, feminine style.

8th GRAND PRIX HISTORIQUE DE MONACO BASELWORLD 2012: The KUROS collections by CYRUS

(02/2012) During the next 8th GRAND PRIX HISTORIQUE DE MONACO (May, 11th to May, 13th), CYRUS will have its own FORMULA 3 car and its own models dedicated to that event. A choice inspired by the unique design of the KUROS collections, very often compared to design of sports car. Even the rubber straps will be developed with the rubber coming from the wheels that will be used during the competition. That is something very exclusive.

The masterly meeting of two of watchmaking’s accomplished complications BASELWORLD 2012: The TrainmasterWorldtime Chronograph

(02/2012) In 2010, BALL Watch Company was the premier watchmaker to present the first mechanical movement including a day and date function combined with a 24- hour time zone display. The “Engineer Master II Diver Worldtime” and “Trainmaster Worldtime” models were the first BALL timepieces to have a caliber with this new module developed specially in our workshops.

Tribute to some of the world’s most legendary place Michel Jordis Icons of the World

(02/2012) With Icons of the World, Michel Jordi pays tribute to some of the world’s most legendary places. One collection, eight places, each issued in a limited edition of three. In cooperation with Jean-François Mojon, Michel Jordi has created an unusual gong-striking mechanism.

Available in nine vibrant colors BASELWORLD 2012: Invicta presents the Jelly Palette, Ocean Series

(02/2012) Another dimension of the Invicta innovation is revealed within the Jelly Palette, Ocean Series. Models from favorite Invicta collections have been reimagined, presenting a new vision. Capturing the original essence and capability, models from Excursion, Russian Diver, Akula, S1 Rally, Reserve, Venom, Subaqua and Bolt all take on a new unique point of view through the Jelly Palette, Ocean Series.

Time for rebels In one word: innovate. In two words: TAG Heuer

(02/2012) Challenge rules and defy conventions. Reject the unexceptional. Think ahead, and differently. Be free-minded and rebellious to the very core. Give time a new look, a new allure. Don’t just evolve — revolutionize. In a word: innovate. In two words: TAG Heuer, a Swiss legend whose pioneering spirit has driven it forward for more than 150 years.

Original and fresh style Pure eye candy: DOXA Splash Gent

(02/2012) This new line in the Aqua collection by Doxa is pure eye candy. Splash! A watch for active men who grab life by the horns. Date, chronograph and tachymeter are contained inside its 47 mm diameter, along with the three essentials of hours, minutes and seconds.

Extraordinary timepiece AEROWATCH Les Grandes Classiques Venus 203

(02/2012) For over 100 years, AEROWATCH has safeguarded an enviable global reputation as a maker of extraordinary timepieces. AEROWATCH continues this remarkable heritage with the limited edition launch of the "Les Grandes Classiques Venus 203" collection.

44 mm diameter! The new Breitling Chronomat GMT

(02/2012) Breitling introduces the “traveler's chronograph” in a new size suited to all wrists. The Chronomat GMT comes in a new 44 mm diameter ready to conquer all wrists on all continents. This slightly smaller-sized version is also distinguished by its rotating bezel providing a 24-hour third timezone reading.

A powerful Timepiece for everyday use Limited to 99 pieces: The Ulysse Nardin Blue Toro

(01/2012) This high tech perpetual calendar with a dual time function and the legendary in-house developed and manufactured self-winding movement is the most consumer friendly perpetual calendar ever produced and has passed the tests of time.

Le Garde Temps, la Naissance d’une Montre” Preserving, perpetuating and sharing traditional watchmaking expertise

(01/2012) Preserving, perpetuating and sharing traditional watchmaking expertise for future generations: such is the challenge that Philippe Dufour, Stephen Forsey and Robert Greubel set for themselves when they decided to join together in the adventure of an unprecedented project, “Le Garde Temps, la Naissance d’une Montre”.

An instrument for drivers BASELWORLD 2012: Edox Chronorally Automatic Chronograph

(01/2012) The WRC collection is now augmented by a new arrival, the Chronorally Automatic Chronograph. Actuated by the famous Valjoux, the real V6 engine of horlogerie, sports performance and technicity can be taken as read. The black PVD coating reinforces the piece’s masculinity, while the black carbon fibre dial highlighted with silver fillets offers a further touch of class. The silvered tachymeter scale provides the watch with an extra functionality.

Haute Horlogerie meets fluid mechanic BASELWORLD 2012 Preview: The H1 HYT

(01/2012) The H1 by HYT is what happens when Haute Horlogerie meets fluid mechanics. As one of the two reservoirs at 6 o'clock compresses, the other expands, and vice versa, to push the fluids they contain through the tube. As the hours pass, the luminescent liquid advances.

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