Hublot Big Bang King Swiss Quartz Watch in White Dial

Breitling Navitimer Cosmonaute Blacksteel Limited Edition Watch

When you think of watches associated with space (and space programs), it probably calls to mind the Omega Speedmaster, or perhaps the Poljot Strela. Did you know that Breitling also has a watch associated with the great space race of the mid-20th century? It did, and Breitling is commemorating the 50th anniversary of the watch's flight into space.On May 24th, 1962, a Breitling Navitimer was on the wrist of Lt. Cmdr. Scott Carpenter as he orbited the Earth three times in an Aurora 7 capsule. What separated this watch from others of its day was the fact that it featured a 24-hour dial,

Innovation Spotlight: Blancpain Under-lug Correctors

The past decade has seen a dramatic uptick (pun intended) in impressive horological innovations.? From constant-force escapements to hydro-mechanical movements, mind-blowing complications are the name of the game.? And, like timepiece enthusiasts everywhere, I get giddy with excitement learning about each new breakthrough as they are revealed- generally in grand fashion - by manufacturers.Yet, there are a few much smaller innovations that seem to have slipped under the radar, that in my opinion, deserve some attention.? These innovations may strike some as inconsequential, but ultimat

Cartier Tortue XXL Multiple Time Zones Watch

Cartier, an essential name in the luxury watch world, announced a series of 2013 novelties at SIHH this year. Among the fray is the interesting and notable Tortue XXL Multiple Time Zones watch. Available in either pink or white gold, the Tortue XXL world timer offers what at first may seem like a fairly conventional GMT complication until you view the watch from its side. Along its left flank, Cartier has fitted a small window which allows the user to view a selectable range of cities and define their desired local timezone.A pusher located at two o'clock is used to cycle thro

How Big Is Ariel Adams' Wrist? - Ask Watch Experts Questions About Watches

David C. Hong Kong asks:How big is your wrist Ariel?Ariel here. I would say my wrist is just over 6.5 inches (maybe 6.6 or 6.7 inches) in circumference. In case anyone is wondering what this question is all about: I model watches a lot and if people know my wrist size relative to their own, they can get a better idea of what a watch will look like on them.We choose a few questions each week and publish them. Want to ask the aBlogtoWatch team a question? We want to hear from you ?Ask Us Your QuestionSubscribe to the FeedAsk aBlogtoWatch AnythingEmail*Enter EmailConfirm EmailName*F