Martin Green

Living and breathing Haute Horlogerie for more than two decades, Martin Green's everyday life is infused with watches. A love for the history of watches is combined with an eclectic taste, while his studies at the Gemological Institute of America sparked a deeper understanding of diamond set watches. After writing for several international publications he joined Haute Time. Savoring the good life he divides his time between Europe and the US, always on the look out for the next story to write.

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Haute Complication: Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar

In the German town of Glashütte, they do things slightly different when it comes to watchmaking then their Swiss cousins. This is more a matter of style than quality because some of the best watches in the world come from this part of Germany and among them the Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar. READ MORE

Red Alert For The Best Sounding Alarm Watches!

Hublot Big Bang Alarm Repeater Watch in Titanium Wrist

Watches that make a sound, other than the ticking of their movement, are among the most desired in the watch world. There is simply something about a watch that indicates either the time or that a certain preset time is reached, with an acoustic signal, coming to life exclusively by means of mechanical parts. Among them, alarm watches are usually the most affordable, because generally speaking, they are the least complex. Yes, generally speaking, because not all alarm watches are created equal. Some take it to the next level, by the complexity of their movement, and the clarity of their sound and these three excel in both! READ MORE

Parmigiani Pershing Chronograph, The Super-yacht For Your Wrist

Some watches are just too cool for school! This most certainly includes the Parmigiani Pershing Chronograph, which was the result of the partnership between the two brands that started in 2009. READ MORE

Pink, Rose Or Red Gold? The Attraction Of Warm Colored Precious Metals

Especially since we are moving into autumn, the appeal of warm colored gold seems to be at a height. These hues have an even warmer tint and glow to it than traditional 18 karat yellow gold. Its popularity has been on the rise for quite a few years now, and many brands utilize its rich appearance to create exceptional watches. But what are these types of gold exactly? READ MORE

Haute Complication: Patek Philippe 5270P

In some cuisines, the highest quality of salmon enjoys a cult-status. In watchmaking, this isn’t any different as one of the very few watches that could hold its ground against the announcement at this years Baselworld of the Nautilus Perpetual Calendar, was another Patek Philippe; the 5270P with a platinum case and….salmon dial! READ MORE

The New MB&F HM9: Pushing The Envelope To The Next Level (Again)

With MB&F you sometimes wonder how they can move on to the next watch based on their past creations. As both their designs as well as their movements are cutting edge, it is hard to see the next logical step, at least when you name is not Maximilian Büsser and you founded the brand. The challenge is to not only offer a new watch with an incredible wow-factor but also to inject it with sufficient MB&F-DNA and have it as a natural extension of the current collection. With the introduction of the new MB&F HM9, we can say once again; mission accomplished! READ MORE