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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Kicking Off Geneva’s Auction Weekend With Rare Rolex And Other Vintage Delights

Geneva’s May auctions are always an exciting happening. Christie’s offers a wide array of different vintage watches, from Patek Philippe perpetual calendar’s owned by an Emperor to a rare, white gold, Rolex Submariner 1680 prototype. READ MORE

Watches Born On The Battlefield

Last week was dedicated in many countries to remember WWII. Causing immense destruction, unimaginable loss of life and great suffering, a line from “War” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood” comes to mind: “War, what is it good for?”. READ MORE

When 5 favorite photo’s of Baselworld turn into 10!

In the fast paced environment of Baselworld, schedules are tight and transit times sometimes non-existence. You go from appointment to appointment, handling the greatest and latest watches. One of the biggest challenges during Baselworld is getting great photo’s. Lighting is a constant problem, and time is always a restraint. READ MORE

Jackie Kennedy’s Cartier Tank Normale Up For Auction

Few watches are as famous and recognized throughout the world as a Cartier Tank. Its rectangular shape made for a timeless watch, and it is no wonder that it also graced the wrists of elegant and sophisticated ladies around the world. Among them, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and her Cartier Tank Normale is coming up for auction at Christie’s June action. READ MORE

J Balvin: A Serious Case Of #DontCrackUnderPressure

Fueled by a deep passion for music, J Balvin lives the #DontCrackUnderPressure motto of TAG-Heuer. Born as José Álvaro Osorio Balvin in Medellín, Colombia, his interest in music grew while listening to rap, champeta, bachata, and reggae, as well as watching music videos. These were the seeds that would eventually evolve into his style, opening the road to success. READ MORE

When a Magician Shows More: Rotonde de Cartier Mysterious Hour Skeleton Watch

A true magician can show you nearly all of its trick, and you still have no idea how it works. The same can be said for the Rotonde de Cartier Mysterious Hour Skeleton Watch. It makes this Cartier even more transparent than ever before, but you will be hard pressed to find out how it works exactly, even when you are up close and personal with it. READ MORE