The Ressence Type 9 has a grade 5 titanium case measuring 39mm in diameter with a thickness of 11mm. It is “splash-resistant” to 1ATM, and powered by the ROCS 9 module on top of a modified ETA base caliber, beating at 28,800 VpH and offering a 36-hour power reserve. Delivered on a 20mm x 18mm strap, materials dependent on dial color. The “Grey” dial, photographed here, is available through retailers now, while the “Aqua” dial will be available in February of 2025. Retail price is CHF 12,500. For more, visit Ressence.

Since its debut in 2021, the Tribute 1 collection – a contemporary take on the classic dress watch by Armin Strom – has expanded with a series of remarkable additions, like the Fumé and California dial series that captivated enthusiasts by blending traditional finishing techniques with Armin Strom’s modern design sensibilities. The series is taking an exciting step forward by unveiling the Tribute² Copper Edition. It shares the DNA and ethos of earlier Tribute references, yet the fresh dial design redefines the game entirely, now exposing its fine mechanics front and back. The case of the new Armin Strom Tribute² Copper…

Swiss manufacture Armin Strom unveils the Tribute2 Copper Edition, the latest addition to its Tribute collection.Building on the success of the Tribute 1 launched in 2021, the Tribute2 merges traditional watchmaking craftsmanship with a contemporary aesthetic, embodying the brand’s passion for ‘transparent mechanics’—a hallmark of Armin Strom’s creations. Staying true to its philosophy, the movement takes centre stage, prominently displayed as a defining feature of the watch.Housed in a refined 38 mm x 9 mm stainless steel case, featuring a distinctive winding crown positioned at 2 o’clock for improved comfort on the wrist, the timepiece showcases a dial with exposed mechanical…

Since visiting Armin Strom at Geneva Watch Days 2024, I’ve been keeping an eye out for the brand’s newest releases. Today, the Tribute 2 Copper Edition makes its debut, and it’s a gorgeous watch with a beautifully detailed dial and mainplate. Métiers d’Art are a popular trend, and this watch perfectly infuses them. Handcrafted dials aren’t new, but there certainly seems to be an uptick in offerings. From affordable brands to the usual suspects, guilloché and marquetry dials are making headlines. Now the Armin Strom Tribute 2 Copper Edition comes to market with another manual form of decorative finishing. Grattage…

Citizen, the world’s largest watchmaker by units sold, celebrates 100 years of excellence with a special anniversary release. Inspired by the original 1924 Citizen pocket watch, this commemorative piece is limited to only 100 examples. The very first, #001 of the Citizen 100th Anniversary Special Limited Edition Pocket Watch, will be auctioned at Sotheby’s, with proceeds benefiting 1% for the Planet, a global organization dedicated to ensuring a thriving future for our planet and its generations to come. In the early 20th century, pocket watches sold in Japan were imported from overseas. The Shokosha Watch Research Institute was determined to…

Jacques Bianchi is a French watchmaker based in Marseille, and who’s been in the business for over five decades, working with the French military and names like Jacques Cousteau. A notable piece was the JB300 diver from the 1990s, produced in a total run of 1,000 for the French army’s combat divers. The new JB300 isn’t an exact replica, but it does capture the ethos of the original and follows the JB200 from 2021. It’s a no-nonsense tool watch that does exactly what a pro diver needs without fancy or superfluous features. A military dive watch for civilians, just like…