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Phillips unveils rare timepieces for Geneva Watch Auction: XXI

Phillips' upcoming Geneva Watch Auction XXI features finds including the only known pink gold Patek Philippe Ref. 3448 and "Lemon" Paul Newman Daytona.
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Formex sets new standard with the first-ever micro-adjustable ceramic watch

Formex celebrates 25 years by creating the world's first micro-adjustable ceramic bracelet watch with COSC-certified skeletonized movement in four limited editions.
Tudor Black Bay on table

Our top predictions for Tudor’s releases at Watches & Wonders 2025

Tudor may outshine Rolex at Watches & Wonders 2025 with potential releases including a Prince Chronograph revival, white ceramic Formula 1 watch, and expanded Black Bay offerings
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Everything you need to know about Watches & Wonders 2025

The ultimate guide to Watches & Wonders 2025 with insider tips on navigating the exhibition, new brands to watch, and whether the VIP experience is worth it.
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Ulysse Nardin opens Silicon Valley flagship, brings Swiss innovation to tech hub

Swiss watchmaker Ulysse Nardin opens its only North American boutique in Silicon Valley, featuring design elements honoring its pioneering use of silicon technology.
Girard Perregaux unveils new Green Aston Martin F1

Girard-Perregaux unveils limited Aston Martin F1 watch in racing green

Girard-Perregaux unveils the limited-edition Laureato Absolute Aston Martin F1 Edition in racing green with titanium case to celebrate Formula One's 75th anniversary.
Une Folle Journee new green colorway

Trilobe’s new Une Folle JournĂ©e watches bring a splash of color to floating time

French watchmaker Trilobe expands its Une Folle Journée collection with three new editions featuring green, black, and blue accents on its display.
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Daniel Craig’s James Bond stunt watch from Casino Royale up for auction

An iconic piece of James Bond history is heading to auction this month – the Omega Seamaster stunt watch worn by Daniel Craig during a pivotal fight scene in 2006's Casino Royale.
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Luminox unveils bold new colorway for Atacama Field 1960 Series

Luminox has expanded its Atacama Field 1960 collection with the introduction of the Atacama Field SET (Ref: XL.1971.SET), featuring a striking warm grey sand-textured dial.
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Breitling makes bold move by acquiring Gallet ahead of 200th anniversary

Breitling has announced the acquisition of historic watch brand Gallet, setting the stage for a significant relaunch timed with Gallet's bicentennial anniversary in 2026.
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Watches of Switzerland opens massive Rolex boutique on London’s Old Bond Street

The Watches of Switzerland Group has opened one of Europe's largest Rolex boutiques on Old Bond Street in London's Mayfair district, marking a century-long partnership with the Swiss watchmaker. Spanning 7,200 square feet across four floors, the flagship location offers watch enthusiasts complete access to Rolex's collection, along with a Certified Pre-Owned area, heritage exhibition, and fully visible Authorised Service Centre with five watchmakers.
Krayon unveils anyday watch

Krayon’s new watch offers a unique month-at-a-glance mechanical planner

Swiss haute horlogerie brand Krayon introduces "Anyday," the world's first mechanical planner watch that displays an entire month at a glance. Unveiled at Time to Watches in Geneva, this revolutionary calendar complication shows each day and date for the current month while automatically transitioning between months without technical intervention, offering wearers a comprehensive five-week view directly on their wrist.
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Alpine F1 driver Jack Doohan joins H. Moser & Cie. as newest ambassador

Independent Swiss watchmaker H. Moser & Cie. announces Alpine Formula 1 driver Jack Doohan as its newest Friend of the Brand.
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Maurice Lacroix’s latest collab with street artist Wotto is breaking all the rules

Maurice Lacroix unveils the AIKON Automatic Wotto Limited Edition, transforming its popular model into a vibrant canvas featuring British street artist Wotto's colorful characters and signature style.
New Parmigiani Fleurier Release

Parmigiani Fleurier’s new Tonda PF captures the essence of sky and sea

The new Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF 36mm Automatic Platinum Stone Blue features a vibrant Le Corbusier-inspired dial, stainless steel case with platinum bezel, and universal 36mm proportions
H. Moser x Cie x LABEG paper collab

H. Moser & Cie. teams up with LABEG for a unique cardboard watch art show

Swiss watchmaker H. Moser & Cie. collaborates with artist LABEG to create striking cardboard interpretations of iconic timepieces, on display at Moserland NYC March 12-13, 2025.
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Sotheby’s watch auction will highlight alien-inspired wristwear

Sotheby's and heist-out present Area_51, a UFO-themed luxury watch auction featuring 51 otherworldly timepieces from brands like Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and Furlan Marri in Geneva this April.