Responsible for the redesign, DiW hit the reset button on the Patek Philipe Nautilus 5711 as part of Designa Individual’s Black Grail Project. The task at hand involves coming up with carbon reproductions of MVP watches. Now all eyes have fallen upon Patek Philippe’s piece. The 5711 required 10 months for development. For assembly, the watch required another six months. What...
A global pandemic didn’t stop people from falling in love, celebrating birthdays, or acknowledging anniversaries, which means it didn’t stop us from needing the perfect engagement ring either. Buying the right engagement ring can be a daunting experience. JamesAllen.com has helped a lot of love birds nail the ring while enjoying the process. James Allen made virtual ring shopping an easier...
A watch from 1957, the Omega Speedmaster CK2915-1, caused shock and awe at a recent auction where it broke a prior record, earning the title of Omega’s "Most Expensive Sold" timepiece to date. Phillips Auction House oversaw the auction of the 64-year-old watch. As part of Geneva Auction Week, the Geneva auction house sold the watch for 3,115,500 CHF (approximately...
De Bethune, a Swiss independent watchmaker, was recently challenged by Swizz Beats. The American producer slash watch collector pushed the manufacturer to thrust its Dream Watch 5 to a whole new level. Luckily for all, De Bethune has risen to the occasion with its recent launch. The answer to the call takes shape in the form of the Dream Watch...
Collecting watches can be an incredibly rewarding hobby, as these accessories can often be as decorative as they can be functional. Not only can watches be beautiful but many love them as they are incredibly intricate pieces of exquisite engineering. With such precise engineering comes a lot of parts and plenty of complexity. If you are a novice to the...
Winter is just around the corner, and in some places, snow is already starting to hit the ground - which is great news for those who love skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, or even hiking or going on different outdoor adventures in the freezing cold. And while it’s a no-brainer to invest in a good jacket that will protect you from the...
Continuing to live up to his mantle as "the nicest guy in Hollywood," Keanu Reeves has celebrated the end of shooting John Wick: Chapter 4 by rewarding his stunt team with custom Rolexes. The on-screen assassin took stuntmen Bruce Lee Concepcion, Jeremy Marinas, Dave Camarillo, and Li Qiang out for dinner at Paris’ Bistrot Paul Bert where he unveiled the...
A first in an array of limited editions inspired by extreme geographies, the Defy Extreme Desert Chronograph made of semi-precious stones is taking the art and watch worlds by storm. The new 45 mm Limited Edition Chronograph by Zenith is made of some interesting materials. A notable nature photographer has teamed up with Zenith to create the first special edition...
The Bamford Watch Department has been called upon to collaborate on a very unique edition of Chopard’s Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph timepiece. This is exactly the type of style that remains a staple today in male wardrobes around the world. The 33 Mille Miglia Bamford Edition has many things going for it after all. For starters, the 42 mm case...
Rolex is quite simply the biggest name in watchmaking. Owning your own piece of that history can be very special. With the demand for antique items increasing, buying a vintage watch is a prudent choice, and what better than a Rolex? It’s not just about the reputation or design that the watch has, but many watch enthusiasts are keen on...
