Watches & Wonders 2026
Discussion
I see there's a lot of information out there already, just had the new Rolex & Tudor models pop up on my phone. Nothing really piquing my interest... but probably my favourite so far is the new white dial Worldtimer. All the new colours looked great last year, but this is possibly the best yet 
CrippsCorner said:
I see there's a lot of information out there already, just had the new Rolex & Tudor models pop up on my phone. Nothing really piquing my interest... but probably my favourite so far is the new white dial Worldtimer. All the new colours looked great last year, but this is possibly the best yet
I prefer the blue dial as the main hands are more legible on that model.If it has a date as well it would be a killer
I was hoping for something special from Tudor too, with the centenary.
I have some catching up to do but only a couple of pieces have captured my eye at the minute.
IWC PILOT S VENTURER VERTICAL DRIVE. Not something I had expected but interesting technology to achieve every adjustment through the bezel. I d never own it as it s far too big for me but interesting all the same.
https://press.iwc.com/pilots-venturer-vertical-dri...
Another I had been hoping for was a smaller version of Grand Seiko s SLGA023 Ushio diver. This was the one I tried on recently and was underwhelmed and found just a bit too big at 44mm.
It come with a mixed reception but I m quite taken with it. 40mm, 12.9mm thick, grade 5 titanium, adjustable clasp and no date as well as the new UFA (Ultra Fine Accuracy) with accuracy to about 20 seconds a year. I definitely need to see this one in person once it hits the boutiques.
https://www.grand-seiko.com/uk-en/collections/slgb...
I have some catching up to do but only a couple of pieces have captured my eye at the minute.
IWC PILOT S VENTURER VERTICAL DRIVE. Not something I had expected but interesting technology to achieve every adjustment through the bezel. I d never own it as it s far too big for me but interesting all the same.
https://press.iwc.com/pilots-venturer-vertical-dri...
Another I had been hoping for was a smaller version of Grand Seiko s SLGA023 Ushio diver. This was the one I tried on recently and was underwhelmed and found just a bit too big at 44mm.
It come with a mixed reception but I m quite taken with it. 40mm, 12.9mm thick, grade 5 titanium, adjustable clasp and no date as well as the new UFA (Ultra Fine Accuracy) with accuracy to about 20 seconds a year. I definitely need to see this one in person once it hits the boutiques.
https://www.grand-seiko.com/uk-en/collections/slgb...
Edited by Muska on Tuesday 14th April 21:59
The new JLC master collection watches are pure class, stunning and the watches of the show for me so far.
Looks like I have to wait at least another year to get the GS released (if ever) that I really want. The 37mm 62GS steel case with the UFA movement. If ever made I would buy it in a heartbeat.
Looks like I have to wait at least another year to get the GS released (if ever) that I really want. The 37mm 62GS steel case with the UFA movement. If ever made I would buy it in a heartbeat.
Muska said:
I was hoping for something special from Tudor too, with the centenary.
I have some catching up to do but only a couple of pieces have captured my eye at the minute.
IWC PILOT S VENTURER VERTICAL DRIVE. Not something I had expected but interesting technology to achieve every adjustment through the bezel. I d never own it as it s far too big for me but interesting all the same.
https://press.iwc.com/pilots-venturer-vertical-dri...
Another I had been hoping for was a smaller version of Grand Seiko s SLGA023 Ushio diver. This was the one I tried on recently and was underwhelmed and found just a bit too big at 44mm.
It come with a mixed reception but I m quite taken with it. 40mm, 12.9mm thick, grade 5 titanium, adjustable clasp and no date as well as the new UFA (Ultra Fine Accuracy) with accuracy to about 20 seconds a year. I definitely need to see this one in person once it hits the boutiques.
https://www.grand-seiko.com/uk-en/collections/slgb...
Snowflake dials are pretty but other than that there is nothing about any GS watch that has made me consider taking my wallet out.....this watch is no exception I have some catching up to do but only a couple of pieces have captured my eye at the minute.
IWC PILOT S VENTURER VERTICAL DRIVE. Not something I had expected but interesting technology to achieve every adjustment through the bezel. I d never own it as it s far too big for me but interesting all the same.
https://press.iwc.com/pilots-venturer-vertical-dri...
Another I had been hoping for was a smaller version of Grand Seiko s SLGA023 Ushio diver. This was the one I tried on recently and was underwhelmed and found just a bit too big at 44mm.
It come with a mixed reception but I m quite taken with it. 40mm, 12.9mm thick, grade 5 titanium, adjustable clasp and no date as well as the new UFA (Ultra Fine Accuracy) with accuracy to about 20 seconds a year. I definitely need to see this one in person once it hits the boutiques.
https://www.grand-seiko.com/uk-en/collections/slgb...
Edited by Muska on Tuesday 14th April 21:59
Okay, this is nice... I'm a sucker for green! Unfortunately a little out my price range at £24k 
More info on it, and other IWC here: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/qps-tourbillons-...
More info on it, and other IWC here: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/qps-tourbillons-...
That Nomos is gorgeous!
I'm a big Tudor fan, W&W 2018 I saw the Tudor GMT and rushed out to order it, I'm wearing it now actually. Ever since I've never gone wow at W&W Tudor releases. I was expecting something decent this year seeing as its their 100th year, their releases are a bit Meh if I am honest, same with Rolex.
I'm a big Tudor fan, W&W 2018 I saw the Tudor GMT and rushed out to order it, I'm wearing it now actually. Ever since I've never gone wow at W&W Tudor releases. I was expecting something decent this year seeing as its their 100th year, their releases are a bit Meh if I am honest, same with Rolex.
Those JLC really are lovely. The dimensions of the perpetual calendar are sublime too. It reminds me that I quite like the Master Compressor Chronograph and they’re somewhat reasonable priced in the second hand market. (Off to window shop on Chrono24!)
A couple of others that have caught my eye.
Bulgaria 37mm Octo Finissimo
I quite like the 40mm version, although not sure how much I d wear one in reality (also outside my budget!)
Probably my favourite from what I ve seen and I was quite a fan prior to this new version being released is the Zenith Chronomaster Sport Skeleton in Green.
Sapphire dial with a smoked gradient, el primero movement and the new Zen-clasp with 10mm adjustment is pretty clever yet subtle.
This one is probably a contender for purchase this year.
A couple of others that have caught my eye.
Bulgaria 37mm Octo Finissimo
I quite like the 40mm version, although not sure how much I d wear one in reality (also outside my budget!)
Probably my favourite from what I ve seen and I was quite a fan prior to this new version being released is the Zenith Chronomaster Sport Skeleton in Green.
Sapphire dial with a smoked gradient, el primero movement and the new Zen-clasp with 10mm adjustment is pretty clever yet subtle.
This one is probably a contender for purchase this year.
Edited by Muska on Saturday 18th April 09:13
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