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The CTB is the brand’s second chronograph, but it’s also a world-first. Why? Because the watchmaker, in its quest for absolute precision, has put a true beat seconds hand and a chronograph seconds hand together – on the same axis no less. A phenomenal invention that’s protected by two patents. This watch comes with a…
The Officer’s watch had its origins during the First World War, when pocket watches with hinged backs were reconfigured into something you could pop on your wrist. Slightly handier for combat. Patek Philippe’s latest incarnation, the Calatrava 5153, inspired by these First World War era timepieces, has the distinctive protective cover over the case back. And…
The R92 movement used in this watch was made in the 1950’s. Since then, it’s been patiently biding its time for its moment to shine once again… That time has finally come. Over the years, Dubey & Schaldenbrand has curated treasured movements from the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s. Now the Swiss watchmaker has reached deep into…
Cherished horological doctrines are being questioned. Which, if you’re a watch obsessive, is apparently something of a very big deal indeed. Remember when you were a kid and you learnt how to tell the time, how pleased you were with your miniature self? You can forget all that because designer Ludovic Ballouard wants you to learn…
The brainchild of design legend Jorg Hysek seems to be shaking up the luxury watchmaking industry. Through the changing face of horological design, The SLYDE has evolved as a digital interpretation of traditional Swiss watch values. Its futuristic exterior attempts to make a mark in a virtual age, while retaining the mechanical intricacies of traditional…
Sure, we all know what month it is… and with one swift check of our iPhones we can remind ourselves of the day, date and time, as well. But nothing is quite like casually glancing down at your wrist to receive the same information – especially when your wrist is home to such a fine,…
When our father died in a vintage aircraft accident in 1995 instinctively my brother, Giles, and I clung onto whatever we could that reminded us of him. We were both in our early twenties when he died in the practice air display. I remember the day as if it was yesterday when I had to travel to…
It’s off to New Bond Street, Marcus Watches to be precise as we shoot for the Miscellany section of the 17th edition of LUSSO magazine which is available to purchase online. Photography by Anders Brogaard and ensembles by stylist Thea Lewis.