WOW Singapore Magazine - Issue 73

In this issue

Discover the fine watchmaking novelties of 2024, with the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper leading the way on the cover of issue 73.

Worth Its Weight

TAG Heuer scored an unexpected win with the Carrera Chronograph Skipper in the recent past, so the brand returned it to regular production in steel last year. For 2024, red gold marks the Skipper's triumph

1 min

SIGNED, SEALED AND DELIVERED

Sure, the Patek Philippe Seal is in-house. But the latest update makes it the most stringent and comprehensive quality certification available in watchmaking

4 mins

ADVANCING LEGACY

With Vacheron Constantin's 270th anniversary arriving next year, let's take a moment to appreciate what truly makes the maison great through three of its quietest novelties

4 mins

GREAT LEAP FORWARD

With the Portugieser Eternal Calendar, WC demonstrates its mastery in the realms of the calendar and moon phase complications

2 mins

OPEN SEASON

The world's biggest and most important watch fair gets a little bigger and a little better. As for the watches, they got more than a little precious...

9 mins

NEW AND NOTED

As you might expect, we have been covering Watches and Wonders Geneva since it began as a physical fair in 2022 and of course when it was confined to the ether, from 2020.

6 mins

When Imitation Is Criminal

In the second part of our special on the phenomenon of counterfeiting in watchmaking, we look at some surprising reasons behind consumer demand

10+ mins

LEADER OF THE PACK

The TAG Heuer Carrera: a watch birthed out of one man’s vision, its legacy, versatility and future-proof trajectory

10+ mins

GREY AREA

Bell & Ross turns bimetallic with its very fetching BR 05 Chrono Grey Steel and gold

2 mins

NEW DEPTHS

Breguet surprises with the gem-set Marine Chronograph 5529, opening up new vistas for the collection

2 mins

RED DAWN

Grand Seiko celebrates the 20th birthday of Spring Drive with a special edition Chronograph GMT SBGC275 with a unique dial

2 mins

EXALTED COMBINATION

The maison's tour de force for the year is a nicely conceived product of haute horlogerie

2 mins

SAIL AWAY

Panerai debuts its patent-pending Ti-Ceramitech material in two new dive watch references: PAM1466 and PAM1543

2 mins

GOING BIG

After debuting the Hydroconquest GMT in a 41mm case last year, Longines bets on a more muscular 43mm version that keeps virtually everything the same

2 mins

CAPTAIN COOL

The Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Skeleton features an all-new shade of blue, giving us a chance to discuss the model for the first time

2 mins

FINE TIME

Precious metals promise to put the fine’ back into fine watchmaking, after years of being overshadowed by more prosaic materials. This special section continues the journey we began last issue, with a deep dive into that most desirable of all metals, gold. Of course, platinum is also back...

9 mins

GOLDEN HOURS

The first timekeepers may not have been cased in any precious metal but, given how precious time is, gold and silver soon made their marks here

7 mins

The Conversation: Greater Expectations

With Geneva Watch Week behind us, the editors exchange views on the novelty showcases, the novelties themselves and all the watch news that is fit to print and some that is not)

9 mins

RARING TO GO

Zenith's new CEO Benoit de Clerck is an old hand in watchmaking. He tells us what surprised him in his first 100 days in charge, and what might surprise you too...

9 mins

TIME GOES PUBLIC

Discussing the future of watchmaking in Asia with Nelson Lee of the Singapore Watch Fair 2-6 October 2024)

4 mins

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WOW Singapore Magazine Description:

WOW Singapore Magazine is a quarterly lifestyle magazine that covers the best of Singapore, from food and travel to fashion and design. The magazine is known for its stunning photography and informative articles on a wide range of topics, including:

* Food: WOW Singapore Magazine covers the best restaurants in Singapore, as well as the latest food trends and culinary innovations. The magazine also features recipes from top chefs and tips for cooking and entertaining at home.
* Travel: WOW Singapore Magazine inspires you to explore the best of Singapore, with in-depth travel guides and reviews of hotels, attractions, and activities. The magazine also features articles on Singapore's culture and history.
* Fashion: WOW Singapore Magazine showcases the latest fashion trends from the world's top designers, as well as the best places to shop for luxury goods in Singapore. The magazine also features profiles of Singaporean designers and fashion brands.
* Design: WOW Singapore Magazine covers the latest design trends in Singapore, from interior design to architecture to product design. The magazine also features profiles of Singaporean designers and design studios.

WOW Singapore Magazine is a must-read for anyone who wants to get the most out of their time in Singapore. The magazine provides readers with a unique perspective on the best that Singapore has to offer, as well as insights from leading chefs, travel experts, fashion designers, and interior designers.