Tudor has just announced a multitude of new Black Bay models as part of its Watches and Wonders 2023 releases. This new generation of Black Bays introduces a heritage call-back to Tudor’s earliest dive watches with the Black Bay 54, as well as a reworked, METAS-certified Black Bay and a new dial for the Black Bay GMT. But that’s not all. Tudor’s latest releases have all been brou

Mostly known to collectors for its excellent dive watches, Certina is a brand with a rich history topside as well. This new release, the DS-2 Chronograph Automatic, takes inspiration from a particular model from 1970 that made its mark not by how deep it went. Quite the opposite, in fact. Accompanying a Japanese expedition to Everest, the original DS-2 Chronolympic made quite an epic journey back

Ask a watch enthusiast to name some iconic chronographs, and the Heuer Carrera will likely be one of them. Together with another iconic chronograph, the Daytona, it debuted back in 1963. It was actually a young Jack Heuer who came up with the design and the name for this watch. And now, 60 years later, the Carrera is still true to that first model that Heuer designed. These new two contemporary C

Cartier watches are known for their characteristic dial designs. The most eye-catching feature must be those black lacquered Roman numerals on a stark white or silver background. But that doesn’t mean the designers at Cartier don’t know how to incorporate color into their watches. Look, for example, at the red, green, and blue Tank Must designs that were introduced at Watches and Wonde

IWC just released a brand-new collection of Ingenieur sports watches with integrated bracelets. This is an iconic form factor in the brand's rich history, so a return to the stage makes a great deal of sense. For Watches and Wonders 2023, IWC finally delivered the long-awaited successor to the model that debuted in 1955 - or, more accurately, to Gerald Genta's 1976 redesign of the Ingenieur. This

Sometimes brands introduce timepieces that only need images to tell the entire story. The new Grand Seiko SBGZ009 “Majestic White Birch” is one of those timepieces. Looking at the pictures, you know this is not a normal release. The fully hand-engraved platinum Grand Seiko SBGZ009 is part of the brand’s special Masterpiece collection and will see a limited run of just 50 pieces.

Panerai adds a whopping six new models to its Radiomir lineup. The drop ranges from simple new 8 Giorni variants to annual calendars in precious metals. This, my dear Fratelli, is the year of the Radiomir. Let's have a closer look at these new additions from Panerai.The Panerai Radiomir is a bit of a personal favorite of mine, although I have not quite come around to buying one just yet. I love th

Here we go, folks! Watches and Wonders 2023 has officially opened its doors! Though Czapek got a half-hour head start with its releases this morning, Cartier is following hot on its heels. This is one of the brands that I was most looking forward to seeing new watches from this year, and these releases don’t disappoint. Among other things, the French maison is releasing an updated Tank Ameri

It seems like only yesterday that Grand Seiko expanded its Evolution 9 collection with a string of new releases during Watches and Wonders 2022. Among the new timepieces was the spectacular SBGE285 “Mist Flake,” which is one of my favorite GMT watches. This year, Grand Seiko has a smaller number of new releases for Watches and Wonders, but an absolute standout is the new Grand Seiko SL

If you love aviation timepieces, you’ll likely know that Zenith is the only brand that can use the word “Pilot” on a watch dial. In 1904, Zenith trademarked the English term, and the Le Locle brand certainly has not let it go to waste. In 1909, a Zenith watch cemented the brand’s place in history, accompanying Louis Bleriot on humankind’s first flight across the Engli

Czapek already surprised us with a unique new dial in the Antarctique Dark Sector a few weeks ago. Today, we get a total of three new dial styles between the Antarctique and Antarctique S. Usually, when we hear a brand merely release a couple of dials, we roll our eyes and think, That's a tad lazy! But not this time. Czapek’s designers approach dials like they do everything else - with an ob

If you don’t know Ulysse Nardin or the fact that the brand has a history dating back to 1846, what’s your first impression? Even a glance at the new Freak One will make you think of disruptive small independent takes on Haute Horlogerie from the likes of MB&F, Vianney Halter, or URWERK. And therein lies the charm of the Freak. In fact, it says a lot about Ulysse Nardin as a brand.

Not to let its recent Aerospace B70 Orbiter hog the spotlight, Breitling is also unveiling a plethora of new Navitimers. Curiously, only one of these Navis is a chronograph, and it’s in the form of the limited-edition self-winding 18K red gold Cosmonaute. Considering there are nine other watches (double that with strap variants) without a chronograph function, the Navitimer is broadening its

Dear watch fans, it's time to take a breather. Just sit back, relax, and listen to the 8-track - and you can do that while listening to Me’shell Ndegeocello’s song I’m Diggin’ You (Like an Old Soul Record). The reason I'm writing this is that the fast-paced digital world seems to be taking its toll on watch joy. With the emphasis on money (“Is this a good investment?&

Late last year, I had the opportunity to go hands-on with the Maen collection for the first time. I’d heard of the brand but had only seen photographs. I was highly impressed with the case finishing, dials, and bracelets. Best of all, the watches felt far more expensive than their price tags suggested. With today’s Maen Nico Leonard Jump Hour, we witness a modern take on a traditional

If there is any Gallet watch that almost certainly sells for more than $10,000, it’s an early version of the Flying Officer with a black dial. Although it is a very expensive watch, proper research and documentation are limited. The details raise multiple questions.Let’s start with the basics. The Flying Officer, the most important watch in Gallet’s history, utilized previous uni

With all the craziness set to occur next week in Geneva, Czapek has made the wise move to release a stunning new collection a bit early. The new Antarctique Tourbillon is a tour de force. It showcases a new movement and an impressive dial design. Before the onslaught of new releases begins, take the time to enjoy these beauties.At Fratello, we’re big fans of Czapek. As a result, we’ve

A couple of weeks ago, the British Watchmakers’ Day occurred in London. Not only was it a day to get to know almost 45 British watch brands but also a chance for people to get their hands on one of the more than 30 special-edition watches presented there. Both Christopher Ward and Mr Jones Watches were present at the event. They also offered people a chance to buy one of their limited-editio

Watches and Wonders 2025 is just a few days away, so today, on?Fratello Talks, we’re making our predictions, voicing our wishes, and expressing our fears for the week ahead. Nacho, RJ, and Lex are feeling the pre-Watches and Wonders excitement. After all, it’s the biggest week of the year for the watch industry, with a record 60 brands showcasing their novelties at the fair. Though we

BaselWorld 2016Disappointing, nothing exciting, quiet, more of the same, just a few comments that were heard during the BaselWorld 2016 exhibition. More or less the same was heard during the SIHH last January.Most watch brands played safe this year, no risks taken. Line extensions mainly, where different colors or materials were used to create more options for consumers. Some brands even lowered t