Author: Blake Buettner
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Introducing: The Autodromo Group C Returns in New AnaDigi Design
The 94th running of the 24 hours of Le Mans is upon us, and with it Autodromo is releasing a new generation of the venerable Group C as a welcome celebration of what may have been the golden era of endurance racing. The first Group C (the watch) was introduced in 2023, sporting a full…
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Introducing: Raymond Weil Takes On the Integrated Bracelet in New A.R.T. Collection
Raymond Weil is introducing their first ever integrated bracelet design this week with the A.R.T. collection consisting of 14 references across two sizes. The watch looks to capitalize on the industry’s hottest design trend, and while there certainly isn’t any new ground being covered with this design, the A.R.T. watches represent a compelling value play…
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Introducing: TAG Heuer Monaco Speed 12
Formula 1 is returning to Monaco this weekend, which means TAG Heuer is ready with a new Monaco of their own. This one is a little different, though. Dubbed the Monaco Speed 12, this expression of the famous square watch eschews the use of an hour hand in favor of 12 rotating piston heads to…
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Introducing: Oris Honors Lou Gehrig with Limited Edition Big Crown Pointer Date
Oris have a longstanding relationship with the sport of baseball. A sharp eye will notice the brand’s watches on the wrists of managers around the league, and that was especially the case this week during “Lou Gehrig Day”. In honor of the famous Yankee, Oris has released a new limited edition Big Crown Pointer Date,…
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Introducing: Tudor Nails the Chronograph with New Black Bay Chrono 39
Tudor has addressed long standing requests for a more compact chronograph with the release of the new Black Bay Chrono 39, a 39mm take on the complication that also boasts a trim(mer) 13.1mm thick case. It’s a framework many of us have been hoping for and anticipating, though in true Tudor fashion, there’s a twist.…
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Zenith & Naoya Hida & Co. Come Together for Unique Double-Signed G.F.J.
Zenith is unveiling a new co-creation initiative called the Double Signed Program this week with a new G.F.J. collaboration with independent Japanese watchmaker Naoya Hida & Co. The aim is to revive something of a golden era of watchmaking, as the program “invites select creative partners to reinterpret celebrated Zenith references through a shared lens…
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Introducing: Oris 2026 Hölstein Edition Embraces New Artelier
Oris introduced a chic new Artelier collection earlier this year at Watches & Wonders, bringing back the name after a nearly decade-long hiatus. The design opens a new chapter for the brand, showcasing a fresh perspective of the young product designer, Lena Huwiler, charged with breathing new life into the historic name. Bold shapes, clean…
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Introducing: Formex Aria Collection Ft. New Manufacture Caliber
Formex are introducing a new collection this week dubbed the Aria, and with it, their own manufacture caliber called the FX01. The collection takes its name from the Italian word for ‘air’ and it sets a clear expectation right off the bat, and on paper, the watch delivers. Top line stats include an integrated bracelet…