Jaeger LeCoultre Atmos Regulator Limited Edition Clock For Dunhill

This is the newest luxury way to welcome art deco into your home, and combines the efforts of Swiss master watch maker Jaeger LeCoultre and British mod-retro men’s accessory maker A. Dunhill. While the standard Jaeger LeCoultre Atmos is a mere clock, this Atmos Regulator is a showpiece. A regulator is a clock that has a different dial for the hours and minutes, with the minutes dial being larger. The clock also features a month calendar with day/night indicator, 24 hour indicator, and a chic looking moonphase. The partial skeletonization of the clock face makes for an impressive sight, especially given the symmetrical design of the suspended movement. Continue Reading… »

First A Breguet Moonphase, Now A Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver: President Medvedev’s Luxury Watch Affair Continues

Zenith Class Elite Moonphase Grande Date: A Symbol Of Watchmaking’s Return To Classic Designs

Being a sucker for classical moon phase timepieces, I was delighted to see Zenith introduce their beautiful Class Elite Moonphase Grande Date this year.  One of the most perfectly conceived Zenith watches I’ve seen in some time, this model hits all the “right notes” and is sure to delight Zenith fans like myself whose tastes lean more toward the Chronomaster than the Defy Xtreme. Continue Reading… »

Hermes Arceau Moonphase Retrograde Watch Recalls The Quintessential Gentleman’s Accessory

Pocket watches aren’t seen too terribly often these days.  However, Hermes is one luxury brand this has brought the quintessential gentleman’s accessory back into the light.  The new Hermes Arceau Moonphase Retrograde is a truly beautiful 18K yellow gold pocket watch with a distinctively elegant design. Continue Reading… »

Girard-Perregaux ww.tc Perpetual Calendar: Practicality And Prestige

The Girard-Perregaux ww.tc is surely one of the most successful high luxury travel watches of all time.  A virtual “face” for the world time complication, the handsome ww.tc is as useful as it is easy to use and mechanically sophisticated.

One of the finest variations of this Girard-Perregaux classic is the ww.tc Perpetual Calendar.  In place of the chronograph function which usually supplements the world timezones, you have a superb complication that keeps track of day, date, and month Continue Reading… »

Louis Moinet Magistralis: Over-The-Moon Spectacular

The Louis Moinet Magistralis is a fantastic new addition to the world of exclusive haute horlogerie.   The Magistralis, which ViaLuxe first reported on back in June, is remarkable for several reasons.  First of all, you have the beautiful minute repeating movement with perpetual calendar and monopush chronograph–had it been manufactured yesterday, it would be extremely impressive; the fact it is a unique 19th century original, makes it an irreplaceable mechanical treasure. Continue Reading… »

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Watch Courts Women With Magnificent Pave Diamonds

Patek Philippe has gone to great lengths to ensure that its acclaimed Annual Calendar watches continue to capture the attention of the ladies, as well as the men.  The latest rendition–and it is a dazzling one–is the new Ref. 4973R.  This rose gold watch is set with 431 round brilliant diamonds, and as you can see, the glittering carpet of precious stones adorns not only the bezel Continue Reading… »

Famed Breguet Horological Charm Defines Classique Moonphase Ref. 7137BA Watch

The Breguet Classique Power Reserve Moonphase watch is another masterpiece from this great watchmaking house, one which asserts their ability of the house of Breguet to join elegance with unmistakable presence.  Continue Reading… »

The Vacheron Constantin Malte Moonphase Small Model – Attention Female Watch Collectors, this watch is tailor made for you

Women passionate about fine watchmaking should definitely have a look at Vacheron Constantin’s Malte Moonphase watch, Ref. 83500. Certainly one of the most beautiful mechanical timepieces currently available for the female wrist, the Ref. 83500 serves up a delectable combination of fine craftsmanship, luxurious materials, and exclusive mechanical refinement. The Vacheron Constantin Malte Moonphase watch is a feast of fine detail. At 32mm, the timepiece is large enough to have real presence on a female wrist, without being excessive. The Malte case is superbly classic, yet has a uniquely grand conception that is distinctively associated with this extraordinary, ancient Swiss watchmaking house. The dials are truly sublime, with such notable details as hands crafted in gold, with one side frosted, and the other side polished. Round brilliant diamonds set around the bezel and at the hour markers are beautiful, and extremely tasteful, giving just the right amount of luxurious sparkle that is appropriate to any occasion. The quality of each supporting aspect, from the gorgeous hand-sewn crocodile strap, to even the magnificent presentation box, is equally special. However, where aficianadas will find particular delight is in this lovely watch’s hand-wound mechanical movement. Manufactured by Vacheron Constantin, the Caliber 1410 is a true treat of haute horlogerie, animating both a stunning moon phase display, and a power reserve indicator. The craftsmanship of this movement is certain to bring pleasure each time it is viewed through the sapphire caseback; featuring a bridge design in the characteristic “Genevois” style, Caliber 1410 shimmers with fine decorative detail, and bears the coveted Geneva Seal hallmark–the most prestigious accolade that a mechanical movement can achieve.