The Power of Steel: Patek Philippe Ref. 5960/1A
If there is one brand that understands the power of steel, it is Patek Philippe. They were one of the pioneering brands that made this robust metal precious. This has become somewhat of a legacy for t…
Haute Complication: IWC Portugieser Annual Calendar
Could there be a version of the IWC Portugieser any more popular than the chronograph? You would think not, yet then came, in 2015, the annual calendar: Practical, innovative and good looks, all in a…
Introducing Ref. 4947 Annual Calendar For Ladies From Patek Philippe
Sometimes what seems like a simple dial change makes a big difference in our perception of a watch. This new Annual Calendar for ladies from Patek Philippe is a pure example.
Fumbling with February: Why Not All Calendar Watches Are Created Equal
The end of February is always a minor event in the world of watch connoisseurs. The shortest month of the year prompts additional work for those with a watch collection, dates have to be forwarded to…
Watch of the Week: A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Annual Calendar
The first thing that strikes you is what a balanced design the 1815 Annual Calendar is. Most brands feel the need to do something quirky to have their annual calendars stand out between the full calen…
5 Most Impressive IWC Portugieser’s
When two Portuguese businessmen put in a special request at IWC for a wrist watch with the precision of a marine chronometer, little could they know that they would trigger events that would turn this…
