The MeisterSinger Edition Unitas 1Z Blue pairs the brand’s single-hand display with its first coloured enamel dial, a hand-wound Unitas movement and a 25-piece production run.
Browsing: Watches
Christiaan van der Klaauw’s Pim Koeslag reflects on the Planetarium, Gérald Genta, collector instincts and the changing shape of independent watchmaking.
The independent Tokyo watchmaker’s latest model moves away from round mid-century cases with a lacquer-dial rectangular watch inspired by Asakusa temple rooftops.
A closer editorial look at the Richard Mille RM 17-02 Manual Winding Tourbillon, a collector-focused watch centred on mechanical engagement and high-complication watchmaking.
Furlan Marri and Time+Tide return with the Outback Songlines, a 39mm steel automatic with a hinged hunter caseback, Australian-inspired dial work and a La Joux-Perret G100 movement.
The limited-edition IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet 140 Years Mercedes-Benz brings a black-and-gold dial, crown-set calendar system and calibre 82665 to a 42mm steel pilot’s case.
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s new Master Control Chronomètre collection brings COSC certification, a new High Precision Guarantee and a more fluid bracelet concept to one of the maison’s most quietly important lines.
Time+Tide’s FounderFest will launch across Melbourne, London and New York in September 2026 with seven music-inspired collaborative Studio Editions from independent watch brands.
Chopard adds four 18-carat ethical white gold creations to L’Heure du Diamant, pairing diamond-set cases, refined dials and in-house mechanical movements.
IWC marks 140 years of Mercedes-Benz with a 140-piece Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet, pairing a black-and-gold dial with one of the brand’s most practical perpetual calendar movements.
Nivada Grenchen’s Autochron Automatic Orange revives a quirky chronograph silhouette with a grained black dial, vivid orange accents and a Valjoux 7750 automatic movement.
The independent Swiss brand expands its regatta-focused Marinagraph with two limited Classic references, pairing a patented 10-minute countdown with cleaner black and white dial treatments.
The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet links one of the brand’s most recognisable aviation designs with the 140th anniversary of Mercedes-Benz.
Seiko’s new Presage Classic Craftsmanship models reinterpret the 1913 Laurel with enamel and Urushi lacquer dials, small seconds displays and the automatic 6R5H movement.
The Schwarz Etienne 1902 SYNERGY by Peter Speake gives the La Chaux-de-Fonds manufacture’s 1902 platform a finely layered ice-white dial, Prussian blue detailing and a distinctly independent sensibility.
Seiko expands its Presage Classic Craftsmanship line with two permanent-collection watches inspired by the 1913 Laurel, pairing handmade enamel and urushi lacquer dials with the automatic Calibre 6R5H.
A clear guide to microbrand watches, how they differ from fashion labels and independent watchmakers, and why collectors keep paying attention.
Oracle Time is hiring a full-time Junior Editor for its Essex office, with hands-on watch writing, print and digital features, video, events and paid trial commissions for shortlisted applicants.
In Twelve on Time, Peter Speake reflects on antique restoration, independent watchmaking, Japanese craft culture and the questions collectors should ask before buying.
The Armin Strom Orbit Midnight Purple brings a regal colour treatment to one of independent watchmaking’s most unusual date displays, limited to 20 pieces worldwide.




















