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The TEMPORIS International Awards 2025: A Bold Leap Forward for Watchmaking

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The TEMPORIS International Awards 2025: A Bold Leap Forward for Watchmaking   The TEMPORIS International Awards , founded in 2011 by Dan Vardie, have risen to become among the most prestigious accolades in the watch industry. It is a rarity for an industry award to combine not only true prestige but also a long-term vision and a boundary-pushing approach to surrealism—the very heart of watchmaking's excellence and surprise. The TEMPORIS Awards embrace all of that, celebrating the unfathomable depth of horological craftsmanship and recognizing all the truly incredible achievements in the industry. Horology: the art and science of designing and making time-keeping instruments. Watchmaking: the art and science of designing and making, certainly, timepieces, but also the art of shaping and directing the world in which those timepieces live. The TEMPORIS International Awards will occur this year in Zurich, Switzerland, on October 2nd, signifying the 12th time around for this event....
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Porsche Design Chronograph 1 '1975 Limited Edition vs. Previous Models: A Detailed Comparison of Technological Advancements

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Introduction: The Legacy of Porsche Design Chronograph 1   The Porsche Design Chronograph 1 has been a long-standing symbol of watchmaking innovation, blending minimalist design with functional precision. Launched for the first time in 1972, the original Chronograph 1 broke new ground when it became the first all-black chronograph in the world, conceived by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, grandson of the legendary Porsche founder. Since then, the Chronograph 1 has enjoyed various reinterpretations, but none could be called as radical as the reworking that culminated in the Chronograph 1 '1975 Limited Edition, launched in 2025. Read more about the Chronograph 1 - 75 Jahre Porsche Edition . This article will explore the technological changes encountered in the 1975 Limited Edition, as compared to previous models; it will break down the sorts of updates that materials, movement, and design went through and that make this particular release such a substantial change in the direction o...
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Discover the Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Shooting Star with Zhang Ziyi

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In 2025, Jaeger-LeCoultre revealed a stunning new entry in their Rendez-Vous collection: the Rendez-Vous Shooting Star   This watch is not only an extraordinary piece of Swiss time craftsmanship but also a stunning wearable art that completely avoids the pitfalls of the so-called "watch as jewelry" aesthetic. With a dial that features a fantastic complication—one that hardly qualifies as a mere adornment—the Shooting Star stands out in the Rendez-Vous collection quite literally as a watch that makes a journey of its own through the night sky. Rendez-Vous Collection Zhang Ziyi is the face of the Rendez-Vous Shooting Star collection. Here, Ziyi portrays what this timepiece is all about: not merely luxury but luxury that was ingeniously conceived and beautifully executed, representing a dream come true for the wearer. The Artistry Behind the Dial: A Canvas of Peonies Immediately distinguishing itself is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Rendez-Vous Shooting Star with its meticulously...
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The Growing Issue of Counterfeit Luxury Watches in 2025: An Insightful Look at the Secondary Market

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 Counterfeit Luxury Watches in 2025: Trends, Risks, and the Role of Authentication Services   The luxury watch market has always been a symbol of exclusivity and craftsmanship, but with its growing popularity, it has also attracted a darker side: counterfeiting. As platforms like Bezel rise to meet the demands of watch collectors and investors, the fight against counterfeit and modified timepieces becomes more critical than ever. The secondary watch market, especially for high-end models like Rolex, has witnessed a troubling surge in counterfeit products. While these fake watches might seem convincing at first glance, they continue to undermine the credibility of the luxury watch industry.  Counterfeit Watches in 2025: A Growing Threat The luxury watch industry has long stood for unmatched quality and artistry that few can equal or even attempt. But as the watch collector base has expanded with the growth of the investment-grade watch world, this once insular market has...
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Patek Philippe Calatrava 8-Day Ref. 5328G: Eine moderne Revolution im klassischen Uhrenbau

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Patek Philippe Calatrava 8-Day Ref. 5328G: Eine moderne Revolution im klassischen Uhrenbau   Im Jahr 2025 stellte Patek Philippe die Calatrava 8-Day Ref. 5328G vor, ein modernes Meisterwerk, das das Erbe der Marke würdigt und gleichzeitig die Zukunft der Uhrmacherei einläutet. Diese Uhr vereint klassische Eleganz mit praktischen Innovationen und macht sie nicht nur zu einer raffinierten Dresswatch, sondern auch zu einem äußerst funktionalen Begleiter für den modernen Uhrenliebhaber. Mehr Details auf der offiziellen Patek Philippe Seite . Das Erbe der Calatrava: Mehr als nur eine Uhr Seit ihrer Einführung im Jahr 1932 gilt die Calatrava als das Paradebeispiel einer Luxus-Dresswatch. Ihr Design ist schlicht, minimalistisch und elegant, was sie zur Wahl vieler Sammler und Kenner macht. In den letzten Jahren hat Patek Philippe jedoch seine Vorstellung davon erweitert, was die Calatrava sein kann. Mit der Ref. 5328G stellt die Marke ein neues Kapitel in der Geschichte der Cala...
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Citizen Promaster Aqualand 40th Anniversary: A Revolutionary Dive Watch

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Citizen Promaster Aqualand 40th Anniversary Limited Edition: A Dive Watch Revolution   The Citizen Promaster Aqualand 40th Anniversary Limited Edition is no ordinary dive watch. Since its introduction in 1985, it has been a staple among professional divers, offering one of the most groundbreaking features in dive watch history: an electronic depth sensor. This innovation allowed divers to track their underwater depth in real time, making the Aqualand a trusted tool for those pushing the limits beneath the waves. Fast forward to 2025, and Citizen has reintroduced the Aqualand in a limited edition, celebrating the 40th anniversary of this iconic model. With only 5,800 pieces available globally, the Citizen Promaster Aqualand 40th Anniversary Limited Edition continues to combine the pioneering spirit of the original with updated materials and functions for today’s divers. For more details on Citizen's official release, you can visit their announcement here . A Tribute to the Origi...
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IWC Big Pilot's Watch: History, Evolution & Special Editions (2025)

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The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch: The Perfect Blend of Aviation Legacy and Innovation   The IWC Big Pilot's Watch is a true tribute to the brand's heritage of craftsmanship and the world of aviation. This timepiece has military roots but has evolved into a bold, luxurious watch that has made its way into popular culture. The following will give a brief history of the watch, a description of its current state, and a few annotations on the modern watch scene in general that put the Big Pilot's Watch into perspective. For those interested in IWC’s other remarkable creations, check out the IWC Portofino Automatic Day & Night 34 in Gold for another standout piece in their collection. The Genesis of the Big Pilot: A Military Origin Story The story of the IWC Big Pilot's Watch goes back to the 1930s. During that decade, aviation was transforming, and pilots were needing reliable, easy-to-read watches to help them navigate. IWC saw that growing demand and started making not...
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