No other designer has left such a mark on the industry as Gérald Genta. He was the man that gave us two of the most important stainless steel sports watches in history, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and the Patek Philippe Nautilus. As a true creative force, it didn’t stop there, as he also worked for various other brands, designing icon after icon. A decade after his death, we get a rare glimpse into his archive as Sotheby’s is auctioning one hundred of his original designs, including those of the Nautilus and the Royal Oak. READ MORE
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Wrist Aficionado: A Click-And-Mortar Success Story
Wrist Aficionado, a pre-owned luxury watch specialist and seller, is one of the few modern businesses whose customers prefer a hybrid approach. READ MORE
Watches Of Switzerland Announces Acquisition Of Analog Shift, Offering Vintage + Pre-Owned Timepieces
Watches of Switzerland has announced the group’s acquisition of Analog Shift, the premier retailer for vintage + pre-owned timepieces. READ MORE
Haute Time Talks About The Latest Watches With Watches of Switzerland’s Executive VP David Hurley
Haute Time had the privilege of talking with David Hurley, Executive Vice-President of Watches of Switzerland, as he gives us a candid insight into some of his favorites among the recent introductions; READ MORE
Bold And Bronze: The Staying Power Of A Not So New Material
As a material, does bronze have an imposing history playing, especially an essential role from around 3300 till 600 BC. During this period, which is even named the Bronze age, was the alloy made from combining tin with copper. The advantage of bronze was that it is very malleable and also less brittle than, for example, cast iron, so perfect for making a great variety of different objects. As the material is very resistant to corrosion from seawater, it has also played a particularly important role in maritime history. READ MORE
Hello, Yellow Gold Watches
While several luxury watch brands like to dabble in unusual case materials or unique gold alloys, there’s something to be said about the classics. And when it comes to timepieces, it doesn’t get more classic than 18k yellow gold. Although yellow gold has been somewhat overshadowed by its rosier sibling pink gold in recent years, it’s time to welcome the archetypical precious metal for luxury watches back into the conversation. Say hello to yellow (again) with this fantastic selection of yellow gold watches. READ MORE
Hip Hop’s Top Watch Connoisseurs And Their Amazing Collections
Overcoming adversity is one of the main ingredients that makes hip-hop such a highly popular genre. Many of the leading artists worked their way up from very modest beginnings, using their considerable talents to translate their struggles and experiences into music that inspires millions. They gave a voice to people who had none, and are a shining example that faith and hard work can make dreams come true. As they realized their own dreams, they also gained the ability to build impressive watch collections. Many of hip-hop’s finest have shown that they have bold taste in watches, and combine this with a great understanding of quality and heritage, as the following four artists show: READ MORE
An Exclusive Insight In The Private Watch Collection Of Jean-Claude Biver
Jean-Claude Biver is a man that needs no further introduction to even the most novice of watch collectors. In the more than 45 years of his life that he dedicated to the Swiss watch industry, he has played a vital role in the renaissance of mechanical watchmaking. Through knowledge, courage, and tenacity, he developed what seems to be a Midas touch and shaped the watchmaking landscape as we know it today. READ MORE
The New A. Lange & Söhne Odysseus: Fit For Fight?
The wait has been over as today A. Lange & Söhne launched their very first sports watch crafted from stainless steel. They called this watch Odysseus, and one of the first things you notice about the watch is that it is different from all other watches by A. Lange & Söhne, yet it is strongly infused with its DNA. READ MORE
Kevin Love On His Passion For Watches & Growing Collection
Haute Time sits down with cover star and NBA player Kevin Love, who shares his passion for watches, personal collection and philanthropic mission. READ MORE