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What is it about timepieces that hold such a fascination for lovers of horology? I think it is because a watch offers both a look at one’s status and also fulfils a most useful function. One’s choice of a watch says a lot about what you think of yourself; it reveals a glimpse into the world you are comfortable with. Alternatively, the timepiece you wear can signify what you aspire to be or which world you seek to inhabit. Such a lot of things to be gleaned from an association with a watch! Which leads to the fact that the stellar watch companies outdo themselves year by year in offering covetable pieces, each with its own distinctive design and flair. In this second issue of Tatler GMT Philippines, we focus on…
WESLEY VILLARICAA An accomplished photographer and director with nearly two decades of experience, Wesley Villarica is the creative genius behind the Pasig-based production company, Parallax Studio. He and his stunning portraits are no strangers to Tatler, and now they join the sophomore edition of Tatler GMT capturing our featured watch enthusiasts from the Philippines. OLIVIER MÜLLER Professional watchmaking journalist Olivier Müller divides his time between Geneva and Paris, covering the watch industry for a dozen or so magazines and specialist websites in Europe. He is also the author of several reference works. In this edition of Tatler GMT, he reports on the cutting-edge results of Audemars Piguet’s R&D. CAROLINE FISCHER An editorial design enthusiast and freelance graphic designer, Caroline Fischer revels in working on magazines and fine books. She loves…
If you’re looking to elevate your chronograph wristwatch game, the Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope fulfils that wish perfectly—particularly these models created for the Olympic Games Paris 2024. But first, a quick history lesson. The Speedmaster Chronoscope is based on the Omega chronographs of the 1940s that featured three “snail” timing scales. These scales were precisely what made the Chronoscope stand out—the watch could measure speed (tachymeter), distance from something visible and audible (telemeter), as well as heart rate (pulsometer). The Chronoscope has since been updated for the present-day audience with new materials and calibres. On the occasion of Paris 2024, Omega, which has been the official timekeeper for the Olympic Games since 1932, recently added two new references to the range: a stainless steel with anodised aluminium bezel and an 18-carat…
BELL & ROSS BR 05 CHRONO The combination of steel and rose gold in the 42mm case makes for a chic urban timepiece. This new chronograph is available with an integrated bi-colour bracelet that can be swapped out for a black rubber strap. TAG HEUER CARRERA CHRONOGRAPH Inspired by Jack Heuer’s 7753 SN design, the new 39mm steel Carerra comes with black azure counters against a silver dial with sunray-brushed finishing and the Heuer 02 movement with a five-year warranty. TUDOR PELAGOS FXD CHRONO “CYCLING EDITION” The 43mm black carbon composite case promises a cool-looking watch that feels super-light on the wrist. Engineered for cycling competitions, complete with a tachymeter scale for pro-cyclists. BREMONT TERRA NOVA 42.5 CHRONOGRAPH Crafted of resilient 904L stainless steel, the 42.5mm cushion-shaped case features a…
TIME FOR A SPLASH Meet the 42.3mm Chronograph that is among the new gem-set additions to Brequet’s sporty Marine collection, inspired by the brand’s longstanding maritime ties. Available in 18c white or rose gold, it features a deep blue dial embellished with wave motifs, a case with the distinctive fluted pattern found on all Breguet watches and a bezel set with 90 baguette-cut diamonds. NIGHT VISION Following its range of Top Gun models in strikingly coloured ceramic, IWC Schaffhausen has manufactured its first fully luminous ceramic watch concept using proprietary Ceralume® technology. Debuting in the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 design, the robust case is accentuated with a white luminescent dial and rubber strap—both of which are enriched with high-grade Super-LumiNova® pigments that act like a battery for storing light energy.…
The vast oceans cover over 70 per cent of our planet, yet we have only scratched the surface of their depths. Scuba diving opens a door into this hypnotising underwater world, playing a crucial role in scientific discovery, marine preservation and comprehension of aquatic ecosystems that exist on our planet. Passionate divers become modern-day explorers, encountering vibrant marine life and uncovering the ocean’s many secrets. On such pursuits, a reliable wristwatch is indispensable. When you dive into a new world exploring the ocean, you leave all the noise above and you enter a place where it’s easy to lose track of time. Dive watches are made to withstand extreme pressures from deep waters and allow divers to keep accurate timing when submerged. Top-notch examples come from Seiko’s renowned Prospex series,…
