Only a few weeks have passed since Czapek introduced the Antarctique Mount Erebus Deep Blue models. Both of them presented a familiar aesthetic in precious metals. I love the Antarctique, and a yellow gold version made me fall in love with the watch all over again. For this year s Watches and Wonders, the brand releases two more Antarctique models. The first is the Antarctique with a green meteorite dial. The second model is the Passage de Drake Afterglow with a spectacular purple dial. Both watches are a testament to the brilliance of the Antarctique collection.Ever since Czapek unveiled the first Antarctique, I have been a fan. I still remember that Gerard came out of the presentation of t...

A small brand like Czapek does not release a new product line often. That s why every new one is special. Czapek found inspiration within its portfolio for the new Promenade collection. It fuses influences from the Quai des Bergues and the Antarctique lines. The result is a new line of watches that combines many details with an overall minimalist design approach. How does that work? It s fairly easy to understand once you see the Czapek Promenade watches.Only by examining the various images will you get a good idea of what the brand has created. The Promenade models combine a classically styled case with what, in essence, is a very minimalist dial. However, the materials and how these dials ...

Panerai has been affiliated with the prestigious Americas Cup since 2017. Additionally, since 2019, the brand has sponsored the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team, regularly celebrating that connection with Luna Rossa watches. For Watches and Wonders 2024, we get five new additions to that yacht-racing-inspired collection. Lets have a closer look.The new Panerai Luna Rossa additions include a Carbotech Tourbillon (PAM01405), two Ti-Ceramitech Submersibles (PAM01543 and PAM01466), and a stainless steel Submersible (PAM01565). Additionally, there is a new GMT version (PAM01507) in titanium.Panerai Submersible Luna Rossa Tourbillon GMT PAM01405The first new Panerai well have a look at is the flagshi...

The TAG Heuer Monaco is an absolute fan favorite among racing enthusiasts and watch lovers alike. Since its inception in 1969, it has seen many iterations and versions, some basic, some fancy. Today, we see the introduction of two rather high-end versions of the Monaco. This is the Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph. Lets have a look!The new TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph comes in two colors - red and blue. The red model features a black DLC-coated case and red accents on the dial. The blue version has no case coating but comes with blue gradient-anodized bridges on the dial side. Both have a very serious price of $135,000. TAG Heuer Monaco historyThe Monaco dates back to 1969...

At Watches and Wonders last year, TAG Heuer presented new Carrera models using a 39mm Glassbox case design. Many celebrated these watches due to their clean, classic looks and moderate size. Since then, more variants have entered the lineup, including a full-gold model and the return of the cult-classic Skipper. Now we have two new models to celebrate Watches and Wonders 2024.Yes, the latest Carrera Glassbox chronographs are a hit for TAG Heuer. Aside from the occasional pure retro reissue, many of us wondered when the brand would return to a more classic rendition of one of the most famous racing watches. We received our answer in 2023 with two stainless models that formed the initial relea...

It s been a lot of fun to witness the resurgence of Chopard over the past several years. It has transformed into a brand I look forward to hearing from during Watches and Wonders. For 2024, L.U. Chopard has brought us two gorgeous pieces in Lucent Steel. These watches, with their sector dials, will likely prove quite popular.Last year s L.U.C 1860 is now an undeniable hit. The salmon-sector-dial piece boasts serious waiting lists and is so popular that I ve struggled to try one on in my new hometown of London. A Chopard watch in high demand may sound foreign, but it s proof that a great product can generate serious interest even in these more cautious times. With today s new releases, the br...

The Chopard Alpine Eagle 41 XPS is one of my favorite releases of the past few years. The watch came out last year at Watches and Wonders and proved to be one of the show s highlights. It s spectacular salmon/copper dial shows the incredible potential of the watch. Not only is the color spectacular, but adding small seconds and removing the date also turned out to be a masterstroke by Chopard. This year, Chopard unveils more new Alpine Eagle models at Watches and Wonders. One is the skeletonized Alpine Eagle 41 XP TT in Grade 5 titanium. The other two new introductions are the Alpine Eagle XL Chrono in rose gold and Grade 5 titanium. They are more proof that the Alpine Eagle is popular for a...

It has become somewhat of a tradition for Zenith to release a modern version of one of its classics from the archives during Watches and Wonders. This year is no different as the brand brings back the legendary A3648. This colorful dive watch was first released in 1969. It combined great looks with a serious set of dive-worthy specs. Zenith decided to bring this classic back in a modern version with the Defy Revival A3648. The remarkable thing is that the watch still stands out immediately more than five decades later. Its time to find out more.Over the past few years, we have seen many great Zenith?reissues from the brand s archives. The last two years, in particular, have drawn attention t...

Well, well, well… What do we have here? A proper dedicated dive watch in the Zenith lineup, that s what! The Le Locle-based brand hasn t made one of these for decades, but it seems the team has pulled out all the stops with the Defy Extreme Diver. Alongside it comes the new (although somewhat predictable) Defy Skyline Chronograph. Judging by these Watches and Wonders 2024 releases, Zenith looks intent on thoroughly filling out the Defy line. Let s take a look at the new stars in the Zenith universe.I suppose it s better to begin with the watch that we (or at least I) saw coming, the Defy Skyline Chronograph. After all, Zenith is famous for chronographs, so it only seemed logical that t...

Ever since Alpina introduced the updated aesthetic for its Alpiner Extreme collection in 2022, we have slowly seen more introductions with the same design signature. The newest addition to the Alpiner Extreme collection is a series of exciting quartz models. The four new releases include smaller cases, a Swiss quartz movement, and new dial colors. On top of that, Alpina also updated its Seastrong Diver series with a cushion-shaped case. The new Seastrong Diver Extreme Automatic models inject the Seastrong collection with new vigor. Let s take a closer look at the latest Alpina releases.We ll kick things off with the new Alpina Alpiner Extreme Quartz models. Thomas wrote about the updated cas...

Last year, introduced the new Cosmograph Daytona collection, which featured a slightly more refined design than its predecessor and was met with great praise. This year, The Crown cranks up the bling with two diamond-set models with mother-of-pearl dials. While that may sound super flashy, these new models show wonderful restraint for a pair of gem-set Daytonas. Let s find out more.The story of the Cosmograph Daytona ref. 126589RBRAs mentioned, we get two versions of the Cosmograph Daytona ref. 126589RBR. There are some notable differences between the two. The first model is the full white gold version with a black mother-of-pearl dial, white mother-of-pearl sub-dials, and diamond-set hou...

We see a few new additions to the Day-Date collection every year. This unofficial flagship of breathes nothing but luxury as it is always in precious metals. Its also the only model available today on a President bracelet.Day-Date 40 brings us two beautiful dials in the Day-Date 40 collection this year. First, there s a slate ombre dial in the Everose gold Day-Date. Until now, the ombre dials were only available in the Day-Date 36 models. And theres the white mother-of-pearl in the 18K white gold Day-Date 40. This is the first time has used mother-of-pearl for the Day-Date model.It has a beautiful structure and is extracted from the noblest part of the oyster shell. It creates a lovely d...

Patek Philippe does double denim at Watches and Wonders 2024, and Im all for that. The brand from Geneva is casually showing some laid-back novelties that are, of course, not as casual as they appear to be. The complicated World Time Date 5330G first debuted as a limited edition at Patek Philippes Watch Art grand exhibition in Tokyo in 2023, and now it makes its debut in the current collection. The watch pairs a delicate dial motif with a calfskin strap with a casual denim pattern. The same type of strap also made its way to the much sportier Nautilus self-winding flyback chronograph that now comes in a new white gold version with an opaline blue-gray dial. Following the looks of the Nautilu...

Almost ever since the Tudor Black Bay 58 came out, people have been craving a GMT version. But, of course, this isn t the first GMT watch in Tudor s collection. The regular 41mm Black Bay GMT debuted in 2018. After that, the smaller 39mm Black Bay Pro showed its face in 2022. However, both of those watches are 14.6mm thick and might feel a bit intimidating on smaller wrists. That s exactly why Tudor is now introducing the slimmer Black Bay 58 GMT.I wore that 41mm Tudor Black Bay GMT for a week on my 17cm wrist and experienced just how bulky the watch was. Yes, it had the classic Pepsi/Black Bay look with the red and blue 24-hour bezel and the snowflake hands. But it was just a tad too heavy ...

Last year at Watches and Wonders 2023, surprised most of us with the 1908 collection. This classical, formal line of watches in 18K yellow and white gold brought a new aesthetic to the brand. We also considered it something of an opening move. was taking aim at some of the established Haute Horlogerie houses.This year, at Watches and Wonders 2024, that expectation is fulfilled. The 1908 sees the introduction of a new version in an even more precious material - platinum. This new model carries reference number 52506. The dial bears beautiful guilloche work, another feature pushing into high-end waters. Competitors, beware!A guilloche dial for the 1908The fact that this brand-new guilloche...

As Watches And Wonders 2024 kicks off, Tudor introduces the latest incarnation of the upgraded Black Bay model. Following in the METAS-certified footsteps of last years introduction, in 2024, the red and gold accents are stripped away in favor of a monochromatic look. And it turns out that when you take away the signature livery weve known since 2012, you get something reminiscent of something from Tudors past. Long have people wished for Tudor to bring back its Submariner model. So long that it felt like a far-away dream. But it seems that this dream has become a reality today. But is this latest Black Bay the Tudor Submariner weve all been waiting for?Tudor introduced the Black Bay in its ...

What should a watch brand do when it physically attends Watches and Wonders for the very first time and wants to be noticed? I think that s exactly the question the people at Nomos asked themselves. Their answer was to launch 31 new and colorful versions of the brand s signature Tangente 38 Datum. Yes, you read that right - 31 different versions. Some color combinations are more modest and obvious, while others are a lot more extravagant and surprising. The idea is that you can choose exactly the version that best suits your personality.Since 1991, the Tangente has been a bestseller for Nomos. It s available in many different sizes, with and without a date, and there s even a more water-resi...

The new Gerald Charles Masterlink arrives just in time for Watches and Wonders 2024. It s a modern take on Gerald Genta s famous Maestro case paired with an integrated bracelet. There s no mistaking this watch for anything but a Genta-inspired design, yet it s a thoughtful and new evolution.Last November, I had the opportunity to attend WatchPro in London. Among the exhibitors was Gerald Charles, the brand that officially continues Gerald Genta s legacy. Admittedly, the Maestro case design with its characteristic smile arc at 6 o clock wasn t a real head-turner for me. However, I decided to try it on, and my impressions changed. The watch was different, but the quirky design wore well on my ...

A fun fact is that the Sea-Dweller and the Deepsea are two different lines of watches on the website. But both Deepsea models prominently feature the Sea-Dweller name on the dial. With the introduction of the new yellow gold Deepsea ref. 136668LB, the Sea-Dweller moniker has been dropped. From now on, you will only find the Deepsea name on the dial. The watch that proudly introduces us to the renewed Deepsea line is a full-gold version of the brand s professional dive watch. This impressive gold beast of the deep takes the term diving in style to different dimensions.I have long been a fan of the Sea-Dweller. As some of you know, my favorite model is the Sea-Dweller ref. 16600. But over ...

One of the youngest lines is the Sky-Dweller, which debuted in 2012. Its also the most complicated watch in the modern catalog, providing an annual calendar and a clever way to set it using the Ring Command bezel. You can read about it here. Sky-Dweller 336935 and 336938The new Sky-Dweller 2024 editions are no different in functionality, but they come with the Jubilee bracelets in precious metal. precious metal, that is, like Everose gold, but also 18K yellow gold. And boy, does it look good!Caliber 9002Nothing new under the hood introduced an update to the Sky-Dweller movement last year, going from caliber 9001 to caliber 9002. The 9002 is equipped with the Chronergy escapement and prov...