The Patek Philippe 2499/100 in ultra rare platinum from the collectsion of Eric Clapton was in New York at Christie’s Friday morning before it makes its way to the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues in Geneva where it will go up for auction on Nov. 12. Aurel Bacs, International Head of Christie’s Watch Department presented […]

Omega company President Stephen Urqhart met with Fox Business’ Market Now team to discuss dressing James Bond and the implications for his brand. Daniel Craig is an ambassador for Omega. Urqhart spoke about Daniel Craig’s dual role with Omega as James Bond and as a brand ambassador in his own right. He went over the […]

40 years after the last man set foot on the moon, Omega releases the Speedmaster Moonwatch “Apollo XVII” 40th Anniversary Limited Edition to commemorate Captain Eugene Sternan commander of the Apollo XVII. The Speedmaster is engraved with the details of that historic moonwalk, “THE LAST MAN ON THE MOON”, “DECEMBER 14, 1972”, “APOLLO XVII”, “40TH […]

Today’s Haute Time Watch of the Day is part of the L-Evolution Collection by Blancpain. This eye catching One-Minute Flying Sapphire Carrousel movement timepiece offered by Blancpain is limited to only 15 pieces. The satin-brushed white gold case measures 43.50mm with a sapphire case back. The amazing dial features lique-a-jour enamel decor on the lower plate, […]

In 2010, Panerai introduced a new material to watch design, Panerai Composite. The two new models in the Panerai collectsion released October 10th, PAM00504 and the PAM00505, are both crafted from this innovative substance that was previously used in aeronautics, automotive and motorcycle components. It is resistant to scratches and high temperatures guaranteeing a high […]

The Swiss master of time pieces, Franck Muller, presented Cristiano Ronaldo, the famous Portuguese football player, with the first of a limited edition QP Bi-Retro Chrono CR-7. Franck Muller has a history of associating himself with football, previously creating a personalized watch for members of the Spanish World Cup team. Cristiano models the latest coveted […]

Today’s Haute Time Watch of the Day is by Backes & Strauss, The Piccadilly. The 18k rose gold model measures 40mm and is set with 48 baguette diamonds totaling 11.02 carats. The black dial has pink gold hand polished numerals and indexes with sword shaped hands accented with superwhite luminova. The crown is decorated with […]

Antiquorum is touring the world, finding hidden timepiece treasures along the way. Westime is one stop on a global circuit during which the auction house offers complimentary appraisals from a team of experts including Michael Friedman and Nate Borgelt, on a hunt for watches worthy of their upcoming auctions. On Wednesday, October 10th, the team […]

Today’s Haute Time Watch of the Day is the Geo.Graham The Moon by Graham. This amazing timepiece features a G1769 calibre high precision mechanical movement, which is finished to the highest standards in watchmaking. The moon retrograde tourbillon is what allows the moon to return backwards to zero at the end of its cycle every […]

Francois Henry Bennahmias, CEO Ad Interim of Audemars Piguet told CBS News that the high price of gold is impacting his company, “in a huge way.” With gold reaching prices that rival the traditionally more expensive platinum, this specifically puts companies working with luxury materials in trouble when it comes to the prices that they […]

The name’s Bond, James Bond. It’s easy to imagine the new owner of the OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean worn by 007 himself in the newest film Skyfall introducing themselves with the signature line. The watch was auctioned on Friday October 5th at Christie’s in London, for $254,273 that will be donated to ORBIS, a charity […]

The Franck Muller Giga Tourbillon in pink gold is today’s Haute Time Watch of the Day, marking the 2012 WPHH Watch Exhibit taking place in Monaco. This amazing timepiece features a 20mm tourbillon which measures almost half the size of the watch case. The 18 carat pink gold case, measures 43.70mm is the “Cintree Curvex” […]

Day 1:  www.dev.hautetime.com Attends WPHH Watch Exhibit in Monaco Today was the opening of the WPHH Watch Exhibit in Monaco sponsored by Franck Muller, which featured all of the watch brands under one roof.  They had a beautiful booth for each brand, and had all of the brand Presidents and creators in each booth, showcasing […]

In an exclusive interview with publication Gulf Business, Jean-Christophe Babin, president and CEO of luxury watchmaker TAG Heuer, confirmed that Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton’s position as the company’s brand ambassador is under review. Babin’s comments come on the heels of news that Hamilton has ended his 14-year relationship with automotive company McLaren Racing. Hamilton, who […]

Today’s Haute Time Watch of the Day is the Soprano by Christophe Claret. This impressive timepiece features a 60-second tourbillon and a minute repeater with Westminster chime along with four cathedral gongs and visible hammers creating wonderful sounds on each chime. The mechanical hand-wound movement features a 72 hour power reserve and is comprised of […]

On October 3rd, Carnegie Hall opened the Fall season with a benefit concert raising nearly $2.7 million to go towards the musical establishment’s artistic and educational programs. Over 500 guests filled the hall to listen to the musical stylings of the Chicago Symphony Orchestry performing Carmina Burana under the direction of Riccardo Muti while the […]