All articles tagged with #horology
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Gear Patrol
Breguet had an exceptional year in 2025, celebrating its 250th anniversary with groundbreaking new models that showcased impressive craftsmanship, innovative movements, and bold designs, reaffirming its status as a top watch brand despite some industry criticisms.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Gear Patrol
TAG Heuer has developed a groundbreaking carbon fiber-based hairspring called TH-Carbonspring, which offers advantages like being amagnetic, shock-resistant, and lightweight, potentially revolutionizing high-end watchmaking. The company showcased this innovation with limited-edition versions of its Monaco and Carrera chronographs, featuring extensive use of carbon fiber in their design.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Manual
The latest trend in luxury men's watches for 2023 is the introduction of purple timepieces, with top brands like Seiko, Oris, Audemars Piguet, and Hublot leading the charge. These watches are not just functional but also serve as bold fashion statements, showcasing individuality and craftsmanship. Highlights include the Grand Seiko Heritage with its Jōdogahama beach-inspired design, the Oris Hölstein Edition 2023 with its purple dial and case back, the Seiko Presage Sharp-Edged Series GMT with its Akebono-inspired hues, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept "Black Panther" with a hand-painted character on the dial, and the Hublot Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Purple Sapphire with its polished purple sapphire crystal case. These watches are limited editions, combining avant-garde aesthetics with precision engineering, and are designed for those who dare to stand out.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Barron's
The article showcases five exceptional luxury watches from the past year, each featuring intricate complications that go beyond simple timekeeping. Vacheron Constantin's Les Cabinotiers Dual Moon Grand Complication astounds with astronomical functions, while Jaeger-LeCoultre's Reverso Hybris Artistica Calibre 179 combines a multi-axis tourbillon with artistic craftsmanship. Audemars Piguet's Code 11.59 Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 is a self-winding wristwatch with over 1,100 components and 23 complications. Greubel Forsey's Tourbillon Cardan offers a high-speed tourbillon for improved precision, and Jacob & Co.'s Astronomia Revolution features a fast-rotating carousel for a dynamic display. These watches represent the pinnacle of watchmaking, combining technical innovation with luxury design for the world's elite collectors.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HICONSUMPTION
Seiko, a Japanese watch brand, has proven its mettle in the watchmaking world and offers a range of beautiful and functional timepieces. Despite being associated with being a discount brand, Seiko has made significant contributions to the horological industry and has a worldwide impact. The article highlights the best Seiko watches for men, including the Seiko 5 Sports SKX Style, Seiko 5 Sports Automatic Cub, Seiko 5 Sports Field Style, Seiko Prospex PADI Edition Diver, and Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Chronograph. Seiko is known for its versatility, style, affordable prices, and impressive movements.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Wired.co.uk
In 2002, astronaut Don Pettit repaired his loose-crown Omega Speedmaster watch using a Leatherman multi-tool, tweezers, and duct tape while aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This repair not only fixed his watch but also revolutionized NASA's approach to on-orbit repairs. Prior to this, the standard procedure was to replace entire units rather than fixing them. However, after the Columbia disaster in 2003, which grounded the shuttle fleet for two and a half years, Pettit's watch repair demonstrated that fine repairs could be done in space. This led NASA to adopt a new mindset and start taking apart and fixing equipment on the ISS.