Ben Esden

2 weeks ago | dmarge.com | Ben Esden

Zenith has unveiled a new Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar featuring a natural lapis lazuli dial with golden pyrite inclusions. The complete calendar chronograph displays date, day, month, moon phase, and 1/10th second chronograph in a 38mm case inspired by the 1969 A386. Powered by the high-frequency El Primero 3610 calibre, the new release offers a 60-hour power reserve and sapphire display case back. Blue has long been Zenith’s signature colour. Not just for aesthetics, but for symbolism.

2 weeks ago | dmarge.com | Ben Esden

From 1988 to 2000, the Rolex Daytona used a modified Zenith El Primero movement, known internally as the Rolex Calibre 4030. Rolex never publicly credited Zenith, despite the El Primero being one of the most important chronograph movements ever made. Zenith’s El Primero continues to outperform most modern chronographs, while Rolex has moved entirely to in-house calibres since 2000. For most collectors, the Rolex Daytona is the ultimate chronograph. The name alone carries weight. Paul Newman wore one.

2 weeks ago | dmarge.com | Ben Esden

OMEGA revives the Railmaster in two 38mm stainless steel models. Both models are powered by METAS-certified Master Chronometer calibres, offering anti-magnetic resistance up to 15,000 gauss. Updated bracelets and case finishing bring modern comfort and refinement to one of OMEGA’s most underrated tool watches. Everyone knows the Speedmaster. The Moonwatch. The first chronograph that went to space and never came back.

2 weeks ago | dmarge.com | Ben Esden

There are plenty of watches that scream wealth. Of course, in the storied world of haute horlogerie, with the most sought-after brands vying for position in the eyes of the world’s collectors and consumers, you can safely assume that bigger is better. Bigger dials. Bigger complications. Bigger wallets. Oversized chronographs. Flying tourbillons. These are watches designed to be noticed from across the room, ideally while you’re ordering an overpriced cocktail at the hotel bar.

3 weeks ago | dmarge.com | Ben Esden

The Ulysse Nardin Diver watches bring bold retro styling that nods to vintage diver aesthetics. 44mm blue PVD-coated titanium case with 300m water resistance and a lightweight feel despite its size. Powered by the in-house UN-118 movement, offering 60 hours of power reserve and Ulysse Nardin’s DIAMonSIL® escapement tech. Cartier’s been doing it. So has Vacheron Constantin. Even Jaeger-LeCoultre got in on the act this year at Watches & Wonders.