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For our latest discovery in independent watchmaking, we speak to Alex Goetschi, a young self-taught watchmaker from Switzerland with a very interesting story. Under the name Manteio, which comes from the Greek word for oracle, he draws inspiration from Greek mythology. And what theme would be better suited for your first watch than the “King […]

French brand Yema has established a foothold in the watch world with its robust tool watches, such as models such as the mighty 300 waterproof Superman Skin Diver from 1963. Proud of its French roots, Yema formed strategic alliances with the French Navy (Marine Nationale) to develop military tool watches. Based on its 1970s Navygraf […]

Delma is no newcomer to pretending to be a tool watch brand. The independent, family-run company has been manufacturing robust sports watches in Lengnau since 1924 and has made a name for itself among capable (or highly qualified) divers since the late 1960s. Within this foundation, the Oceanmaster line (launched in 2017) is the brand's […]

To mark the 75th anniversary of the UAE's leading watch and jewelry retailer and founder of Dubai Watch Week, Ulysse Nardin is releasing a special version of its Diver Air for Ahmed Seddiqi. The Diver is considered the lightest mechanical diving watch in the world [AIR] Areas in a blue robe on the occasion of […]

This announcement should come as no surprise and was widely expected by the industry. But now that the 39% export tariffs (also known as tariffs) introduced by the US government on Swiss goods on American soil have come into force (since the beginning of August), the effects can be clearly seen. And yes, there is […]

A beautiful product is nothing without good packaging, and that also applies to watches. You can design the most stunning dial, back it up with an outstanding mechanical movement, but put it in a case that doesn't match it, and it's all ruined. And it's a real challenge for watchmakers and brands to do the […]

Editor’s note – As our long-time readers might know, MONOCRHOME is usually quite (to say the least) technical. We like to go in-depth, to look at the ins and outs of watchmaking, sometimes tackling highly complex topics. This was the main objective behind our “Technical Perspective” series, where we’ve covered some of the most complex […]

In a surprising and completely unexpected move, Alpina celebrated its 140th anniversary in 2023 by introducing a highly limited edition of Heritage Carrée mechanical watches, which feature the authentic hand-wound Caliber 490 movement from 1938 inside, restored and presented in a silver case. Due to the positive response and to ensure continuity, the brand introduced […]

In addition to affordable dress watches and inexpensive but robust retro-style diving watches, Baltic has long been all about racing cars and vintage motorsport competitions (no real surprise when you know the passion of the founders). The connection between cars and watches is obvious, and Baltic has realized it with several tour car-style models. The […]

Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons is the leading watch and jewelry retailer in the United Arab Emirates and the name behind the biennial Dubai Watch Week, which has now become a major event in the industry calendar. To mark the 75th anniversary this year, several partner brands celebrated the event with special editions. MB&F has enjoyed […]