Grail watches
Movements, references, and the references that move markets.
Expérimentale 1
A bold step into the future, tested on the wrist for a week
Streamliner
Is the integrated-bracelet sports watch from Schaffhausen a genuine investment piece or…
Henry
A minimalist dress watch that whispers horological excellence
Répétition Souveraine
The minute repeater that redefined acoustic elegance for the modern collector.
Lune
The platinum moon phase that whispers sophistication to the initiated.
Divine
The Divine is F.P. Journe’s quiet flex for the woman who already has everything – but w…
Chronomètre Souverain
Is the entry-level Journe still a smart hold for the young collector? We crunch the num…
Chronomètre Optimum
A masterclass in daily-wear precision from an independent genius
AUTOMATIQUE
How does F.P. Journe’s entry-level automatic hold up in daily life? We put it to the test.
Type XX
A modern reissue of the iconic French Air Force chronograph, now with in-house muscle.
Swiss Alp Watch
A $25k mechanical middle finger to the Apple Watch – but does it hold value?
Heritage
The Heritage Centre Seconds proves that less is still the ultimate luxury.
Type XXI
A flyback chronograph with 300 years of heritage — and a modern wrist presence that pun…
Malte
A week with the tonneau-shaped icon – comfort, legibility, and everyday wearability tes…
Traditionnelle
The purist's choice from the Holy Trinity, redefined for today's discerning collector.
Overseas
Beyond the Nautilus and Royal Oak: VC’s 40mm integrated sports watch is the thinking ma…
Royal Oak Chronograph
A week on the wrist with the last of a legendary lineage. Is it still the one to own?
Aquanaut 5167
Beyond the hype: Why this discontinued steel sports watch is a modern portfolio essential.
Cabaret
Unveiling the unique allure and horological brilliance of Lange's distinctive rectangul…
Traditionnelle Self-Winding
Can a 38mm pink gold dress watch survive real life? Vivir finds out.
Patrimony Self-Winding
A week on the wrist with the 4100U reveals why this pink gold dress watch is the ultima…
Calatrava
The white-gold Calatrava that proves less is more — a manual-wind icon for the discerni…
Aquanaut
How the steel Aquanaut became the watch of choice for athletes, artists, and the new gu…
Tribute to Great Civilisations
Vacheron Constantin's Métiers d'Art collection resurrects ancient empires with unparall…