Matthew Catellier

New York

Founder and Executive Editor at WatchReviewBlog

Founder @watchreviewblog

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Articles

Hands-On with the Jung J43C-01 Chronograph: Inspired by French Car Design

20 hours ago | watchreviewblog.com | Matthew Catellier

As a watch reviewer, there’s nothing like going hands-on with a new microbrand offering. Sure, Rolex, Omega, Seiko and many other big names make exciting watches with excellent craftsmanship, but their core DNA evolves slowly. Today we have the pleasure of inspecting and experiencing the Jung J43C-01 chronograph with the black dial, which is designed by Fred Dupuis-Jung – a renowned French car designer who has worked for brands such as Subaru and Honda.
Ulysse Nardin Jumps On The Rainbow Bandwagon With The Blast Line

2 days ago | forbes.com | Matthew Catellier

THE BLAST SPARKLING RAINBOWUlysse NardinUlysse Nardin has introduced a new limited edition version of its angular Blast series: the Blast Sparkling Rainbow. Limited to just eight pieces, this gem-set variant brings a trending jewellery-forward expression to the brand’s already experimental skeletonised tourbillon platform. The new release builds on the core identity of the Blast, which first debuted in 2020.
Flash From the Past: The Stowa Flieger Classic Pilot Chrono

2 weeks ago | watchreviewblog.com | Matthew Catellier

Stowa has always held a special place within our repertoire of hands-on watch reviews. They were one of the very first brands that we reviewed shorty after our founding in 2015. We were lucky enough to receive samples from them back in 2018, with our review of the Stowa Partitio and then subsequently in 2019 with the Flieger Classic 36.
Jacob & Co., Lalique and Bugatti unveil a $240,000 artisan table clock

2 weeks ago | forbes.com.au | Anthony DeMarco |Matthew Catellier |Roberta Naas

Three well-known luxury brands joined forces to produce a limited-edition table clock that combines their heritage and artisan knowhow. The Bugatti Calandre Table Clock is the combined creation of luxury watchmaker and jeweler, Jacob & Co., high performance automobile manufacturer, Bugatti, and French luxury glassmaker, Lalique. The research and development as well as the design of this piece took three years alone, the three companies said in a joint statement.
Zenith Updates The Original Triple Calendar With A Lapis Lazuli Dial

4 weeks ago | forbes.com | Matthew Catellier

Following its 2024 reintroduction, Zenith’s Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar is now offered with a dial cut from natural lapis lazuli. It’s a visually striking addition to the collection, combining deep blues and gold-toned pyrite speckles with the mechanical complexity of a full calendar chronograph. The 38mm case remains true to the original A386 silhouette from 1969, with pump pushers, box-shaped sapphire crystal, and a well-balanced dial layout.
H. Moser & Cie And Alpine Motorsports Launch A Dual Approach To Timing

4 weeks ago | forbes.com | Matthew Catellier

When H. Moser & Cie. partnered with Alpine in 2024, the goal wasn’t just another co-branded release, it was to build something practical and forward thinking. The result of that collaboration has now been revealed in the form of two distinct watches: the mechanical Streamliner Alpine Drivers Edition and the connected Streamliner Alpine Mechanics Edition. Each model reflects a different facet of motorsport, and together they offer a holistic take on timekeeping for both track and pit.
Formex Unveils Field Automatic Gen 2 With Titanium And Dial Variants

1 month ago | forbes.com | Matthew Catellier

Formex has introduced the Field Automatic Gen 2, a refined update to its no-nonsense modern field watch. While the original was built for versatility and durability, the Gen 2 brings a few notable upgrades that further solidify its position as a tool watch for everyday wear. The titanium case still measures 40mm across and is crafted from Grade 2 titanium, chosen for its light weight and comfortable wear. However, this version receives a major durability upgrade.
Hublot Introduces The Square Bang Tourbillon 4-Day Power Reserve

1 month ago | forbes.com | Matthew Catellier

Hublot isn’t shy about pushing geometry where most brands tend to settle for tried and true designs. The brand’s newest release, the Square Bang Tourbillon 4-Day Power Reserve, marks the first time a tourbillon has appeared in its square-shaped Big Bang line, and this isn’t just a matter of fitting an existing movement into a new silhouette. The entire architecture has been redesigned from the ground up, with bridges, layout, and components structured to match the case’s square proportions.
Luminox Adds Lightweight Carbonox To Navy SEAL 3500 Series

1 month ago | forbes.com | Matthew Catellier

Luminox has just introduced a new variation to its long-standing Navy SEAL 3500 series, this time with a fully Carbonox case, bezel, and bracelet. The result is the lightest model the brand has ever produced in this collection, combining tactical functionality with a stealthy, minimalist design. Built for professionals who rely on their gear under extreme conditions, this new model keeps the same 45mm case diameter and rugged specs the series is known for.
The Nomadic Fior 555: A Stunning GMT Watch Made in Ireland

1 month ago | watchreviewblog.com | Matthew Catellier

The WRB is a decade strong, and we’ve reviewed watch brands from various locations around the globe, such as those from Germany, Czech Republic, England, Hong Kong – and many more non-Swiss locations. Today marks what I believe is our first hands-on look at a really stunning watch that’s made entirely in Ireland – Belfast to be exact.