Just recently, I was in Dresden to celebrate the 20th anniversary of A. Lange & S?hne s Lange 1 watch and the introduction of the Lange 1 Tourbillon Handwerkskunst (more here). A few weeks earlier, A. Lange & S?hne introduced five sets of Lange 1 watches during the Watches & Wonders exhibition in Hong Kong.Lange 1 20th AnniversaryThese five sets of A. Lange & S?hne Lange 1 watches are limited to 20 pieces each, a number that corresponds the 20th anniversary of the Lange 1 watch itself. Each set contains of a watch for him and a watch for her. The latter one is set with 64 diamonds in the bezel, all Top Wesselton VVS quality.The gents versions have the normal 38.5mm diameter s...

Today, at the SalonQP event in London, Pinion introduces their Pinion Revival 1969 watch. A handsome looking stainless steel chronograph with a new old stock Valjoux 7734 movement. It is the first chronograph in the Pinion collection, and they surely did it in the right way we think.The name of the Pinion Revival 1969 refers to the year that this hand-wound Valjoux 7734 movement was produced. More on that later on. Let s have a look at their watch first.Pinion Revival 1969Pinion is a relatively young brand, founded in 2013 by Piers Berry. Their goal is to create limited numbers of watches for those who have an eye for detail but also for those who want to have a watch that they can wear on a...

Since we have the Speedy Tuesday feature here on Fratello Watches, we get to see quite a bit of Speedmasters every week. Once in a while, something really rare comes along. We already had the honour to feature an astronaut s Speedmaster, a prototype Speedmaster that ended up on someone s wrist and astronaut Stafford s personal gold Speedmaster. Today we again have something special – or rare – to feature, a special version of the Speedmaster Holy Grail.This version of the Speedmaster Holy Grail – as it was nicked by the late Chuck Maddox – was produced for the Italian market in 1987. Only 200 pieces were produced of this automatic Speedmaster in a ‘Professional ...

This article is not going to be your usual Fratello Watches piece. Of course it will feature a watch, a very nice one actually. It will be something else though. To understand the watch and its significance we have to see the whole picture and that needs to be explained a little bit. Our topic is the Pinion (Axis) Iron Heart. Cool name, huh? Wait till you read the story.Pinion Iron HeartYou have probably read the press release published by Bert earlier this year (if not, click here to read the Pinion x Iron Heart introduction). Now that the first stage of production is completed and Iron Heart has the watches ready for delivery, we thought it was time to give you a proper introduction to Iro...

During SalonQP last year, Pinion was introduced and?showed their Axis collection to the public. Not too long ago they sent us the?bronze version simple called the?Pinion Axis Bronze. ‘Hold on to it for some time as it only get s more beautiful , they explained. So we did. Our pinion arrived in a small?package containing a flat, cotton like bag holding the?Axis in a nicely crafted?leather ‘watch wallet , and user manual. Information in the manual is really straight forward and no-nonsense. So our first impressions are good!Pinion Axis BronzeFor me this is the first ever time I actually get to wear a bronze watch. And from the looks of it I think it will be a nice experience. Where...

Collecting vintage watches is not easy. To put it mildly. You need to bring a fair bit of knowledge, make sure the dealer or seller has a good reputation and make sure the watch is functioning properly. There are a lot of pitfalls and although there are some generic hints and tips that can be given, you need to become subject matter expert to buy with real confidence.One possibility is to buy a watch at an auction. Experts have studied the watch and tried to give it a good estimation. However, most of the auction pieces are special pieces (other wise they do not have to be auctioned) and perhaps more special that you are looking for. Even the search for a relative simple Explorer II can be ...

Yesterday, A. Lange & S?hne celebrated the 20th anniversary of their Lange 1 watch. What better way to come up with a stunning version of their classic Lange 1, with a one-minute tourbillon, a beautiful black enamelled dial (and silver applied sub dial for the seconds) in a classic 38.5mm platinum case?Lange 1 Tourbillon HandwerkskunstUnder laud applause Lange s Anthony de Haas presented the Lange 1 Tourbillon Handwerkskunst to the crowd (who went wild). Due to the poor light conditions of the – otherwise – beautiful place in Dresden, it was almost impossible to take a proper photo of the new Lange 1 Tourbillon Handwerkskunst without using any specific equipment.Only 20 piece...

Two years ago, IWC introduced the new iteration of the Ingenieur as a capsule collection. Three steel and one Grade 5 titanium creation debuted, resembling the 1976 Ingenieur SL ref. 1832, an original Gerald Genta design. A blue-dial version was missing from the original lineup, but it came eventually. For this years Watches and Wonders, IWC presents a plethora of new Ingenieur watches. Get ready to discover a black ceramic model, a luxurious take in 5N gold, a complicated perpetual calendar, a 40mm steel reference with a dark green dial, plus two 35mm variations in steel and one in gold.With these seven new Ingenieur models, the total now comes to 12. It s safe to say this is not a capsule ...

In a surprise twist, Tudor goes bigger and bolder in 2025. A completely new introduction at this year s Watches and Wonders is the 43mm Tudor Black Bay 68. This addition to the brand s extensive Black Bay lineup gets its name from the year that Tudor came up with the famous Snowflake hand. The brand introduces two different versions in Tudor blue and silver, each with a matte black aluminum bezel insert. Additionally, the two models are powered by Master Chronometer calibers, further extending the number of METAS-certified offerings. Let s take a closer look at these new bigger and bolder Black Bay models.Honestly, I didn t see this one coming. Whereas Tudor has either introduced updated ver...

For Watches and Wonders 2025, TAG Heuer announces a new lineup of Carrera Day-Date watches. Six references complete the collection with a variety of dials, case materials, and functions. Also, a new beads-of-rice bracelet is now an option for all Carrera Chronograph Glassbox models.For enthusiasts, the Carrera Day-Date may not be as exciting as a new chronograph, but these watches are the heart and soul of the collection. The reality is that these are what most potential buyers will consider for everyday wear. Thankfully, TAG Heuer has brought several attractive choices.The Carrera Day-DateThe new Carrera Day-Date models are 41mm stainless steel watches with a 47.5mm lug-to-lug. Each offers ...

Tudor takes its dive watches rather seriously, and the new Tudor Pelagos Ultra is about as serious as they come. The brand has been making divers since 1954. Back then, the deepest-diving model had a humble 100m water resistance rating. Since then, the brand has kept busy evolving, looking to improve its formula. That quest culminated in the Pelagos, a watch that more than holds up over a decade later. Today, the already rock-solid Pelagos dive watch gets the business end of Tudor s hunger for taking something good and making it even better.The original Pelagos debuted in 2012, and since then, we ve seen a handful of iterations bearing the Pelagos name. These include the Pelagos 39 as well a...

This year marks the 270th anniversary of Vacheron Constantin. The Genevan brand is one of the world s foremost luxury horology houses, leading to high expectations for 2025. In January, we were treated to the stunning stainless steel Historiques 222. During Watches and Wonders, Vacheron Constantin unveils its next horological highlight. The Traditionnelle Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar is an impressive display of how the brand implements its horological skills to create something truly special. The watch features a newly developed caliber and a beautifully created 270th-anniversary dial. All together, this is the next beautiful highlight for Vacheron Constantin in this special year.Vacheron C...

TAG Heuer is a name familiar to many of my fellow Australians. It s a popular brand down under. Even so, it s one from which I have never owned a watch except for an original quartz Formula 1 from the 1980s. This needs to change someday, but today s article features a watch I could never hope to own, even if it is very cool! Meet the TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph F1, a watch well out of my price range but undeniably impressive.The TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph F1First, let s get the specifications out of the way. The TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph F1 is powered by the automatic caliber TH81-00. It operates at a high-beat 36,000vph frequency and offers a ...

Tudor s releases at Watches and Wonders this year were always going to be a source of excitement for me. As a Tudor owner, I like the brand s variety of approachable watches at competitive price points. Now we have some updated models in the Tudor Black Bay line to discuss.Today, Tudor has introduced several novelties. In this article, we ll look at the Tudor Black Bay Pro with an opaline dial and a new Black Bay 58 with a rich burgundy dial. Let s dive in.Left, center, right: Black Bay 58 refs. M7939A1A0RU-0002 ($4,550), M7939A1A0RU-0001 ($4,660), M7939A1A0RU-0003 ($4,330)The Tudor Black Bay 58 in burgundyLet s start with the one I am quite excited about - a revamped Tudor Black Bay 58! Tud...

For those who love Panerai but have hoped for thinner references, 2025 could be the year! The new Luminor Marina collection is here, bringing a flurry of upgrades and changes over the previous generation. A slimmer, newly designed case comes with a new movement and an increased water resistance rating. Let s have a closer look.Panerai is a brand that resonates with so many of us in the watch-collecting community. The company made one of the first watches I ever lusted after, and I still look forward to the annual new releases. Currently, smaller and thinner watches are on trend, which is a challenging spot for Panerai. The updated Luminor Marina collection isn t becoming petite, but it is th...

And the award for Best in Show goes to…? The new A. Lange & S?hne Odysseus Honeygold will most definitely be at the top of the list for many watch fans, including yours truly. Watches and Wonders 2025 is about to get underway, and the German brand drops a stunner of a watch. A Honeygold case and bracelet combine with a beautiful dark brown dial to give the Odysseus a completely new aesthetic. Let s find out more about one of the most striking timepieces at Watches and Wonders this year.Over the past few years, we have seen some amazing gold watches take the spotlight during Watches and Wonders. Last year, we saw the Philippe Golden Ellipse with the beautiful new bracelet, and the r...

The watch industry is in full new-release mode this week, and Chronoswiss has brought the goods. Today, we ll take a brief look at two new model lines. The Small Second will be the brand s entry-level collection, while the Q-Repeater sits at the opposite end of the price range. Let s take a look!Chronoswiss has been on an absolute tear over the past 12 months and is reinventing its entire product line. New, modernized models with in-house-designed movements primarily built by La Joux-Perret lead the charge. All the pieces have been attractive, and our readers have provided favorable input. Now the relatively more affordable Small Second debuts alongside the complicated Q-Repeater.The Chronos...

Laurent Ferrier introduced the Classic Auto with a warm sandstone-colored dial just half a year ago. Today, we see the introduction of a new version. This time, the result is much cooler looking, completely changing the nature of this fine piece of Haute Horlogerie. I got a chance to go hands-on with the new Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto Horizon. Even we at Fratello dont get a chance to play around with watches of this level every day. Add to this that Laurent Ferrier is probably my favorite modern watchmaker, and you could consider me eager to try this creation.While I usually pick watches without dates, the Classic Auto is so bold in its implementation of this humble complication that it ha...

Making an early yet impressive start to the much-awaited deluge of Watches and Wonders 2025 releases, Patek Philippe has just introduced 15 new models to its catalog. Among them is the Calatrava 8-Day ref. 5328G-001. This watch also marks the debut of a new movement, the in-house 31-505 8J PS IRM CI J.Patek Philippe Calatrava 8-Day 5328GAt first glance, the 5328G-001 aligns with the elegance we ve come to expect from the Calatrava family. This latest model features a 41mm white gold case with a 10.52mm thickness. It has a smooth bezel, hobnail-guilloche case band, downward-sloping chamfered lugs, and a textured blue vignette dial. It has the same versatile and almost sporty aesthetic as the ...

The Patek Philippe Quadruple Complication ref. 5308G-001 is a stunning-looking timepiece but with a price tag well beyond what most of us could spare. Let s take a look.Today s Quadruple Complication ref. 5308G-001 is entering Patek Philippe s regular catalog. Originally, the Quadruple Complication debuted as a limited-edition platinum watch during 2023 s Watch Art Tokyo Grand Exhibition. This new regular-production version, however, comes in white gold. It offers a minute-repeater, a split-seconds chronograph featuring two patented mechanisms, and a perpetual calendar. The watch comes in a 42mm size but has a price tag of more than a million euros!A rather thick but exceptional watch by Pat...