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Rolex has gifted Drake a bespoke one-of-one Oyster Perpetual Chronograph Daytona titled the Ice Gradient DaytonaThe custom off-catalog timepiece features white and blue diamond gradient embellishments and an engraved case backCreated to honor the rapper's 15th Billboard No. 1 milestone for his album Iceman the watch is a true piece unique

Rolex has presented Drake with a custom Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona “Ice Gradient”, celebrating the artist’s record-breaking milestones in 2026. The one-of-one timepiece serves as a personal trophy commemorating the Toronto rapper securing his 15th Billboard No. 1 project with ICEMAN.

The bespoke off-catalog timepiece is adorned with white and blue diamonds that form a gradient setting across the exterior, alongside additional diamond accents embellishing the watch face. On the reverse side, the case back features a custom engraving that reads "Freeze the World" in blue text.

Unveiled directly by the artist on Instagram, Drake referred to the watch as a "One of One Piece Unique Ice Gradient Daytona" gifted directly by the Swiss watchmaker. Emphasizing its rarity, the artist noted that the custom watch was crafted by Rolex to mark his historic 2026 chart achievements, cautioning fans and collectors against attempting to recreate the standalone design through third-party jewelers.

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British-Nigerian artist Olaolu Slawn has revealed a custom 12-piece Rolex collection co-designed alongside global cultural iconsThe project features one-of-one timepieces created with figures across rap football art and fashion with two mystery collaborators remainingEach watch will release individually throughout August following the project website launch on August 18

Olaolu Slawn has officially announced "The Slawn x Rolex Multiverse," a project consisting of 12 one-of-one custom Rolex timepieces co-designed alongside cultural leaders from sports, music, art, and fashion. First reported by Will Lavin, the collection expands on the British-Nigerian artist’s previous hand-painted watch releases with an array of unique collaborative designs.

The 11 confirmed co-creators span a broad cross-section of global street culture and fine art. The roster includes footballers Ronaldinho and Mario Balotelli, rap heavyweights Gunna and Lil Yachty, Corteiz founder Clint419, Fuckthepopulation founder Zac FTP, Japanese graphic designer VERDY, visual artist and photographer Gabriel Moses, artist Cedric Christie, nightlife operator David Grutman, and Nigerian skate collective Motherlan. Two mystery collaborator slots remain unrevealed within the 12-piece lineup.

Revealed via a lo-fi webcam-style video teaser, each timepiece in the capsule features a distinct bespoke aesthetic, ensuring no two models share a design. The drop builds upon Slawn’s 2024 hand-painted Rolex DateJust "Berlin" series, which sold out in four minutes and currently commands high market resale values.

"The Slawn x Rolex Multiverse" project website officially goes live on August 18, 2026, with the 12 one-of-one timepieces releasing individually at separate points throughout August.

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IWC marks Mercedes‑Benz’s 140th anniversary with a limited Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet, restricted to 140 pieces.Powered by Calibre 82665, the watch features a forward/backward crown‑set calendar, gold accents and a historic 1926 logo caseback.

IWC has unveiled the Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet 140 Years Mercedes‑Benz edition, a limited timepiece created to celebrate the German automaker’s 140th anniversary. The release deepens a rich partnership that began with Mercedes-AMG in 2004 and expanded to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team in 2013. Capped at a fittingly limited run of just 140 pieces, the commemorative timepiece pays homage to both brands’ shared dedication to engineering, high performance and pioneering design.

Housed in a brushed and polished 42mm stainless steel case measuring 14mm in thickness, the watch pairs a matte black dial with solid gold appliqués and gold-plated hands. The layout features four subdials displaying the date, day, month, and a four-digit year, along with IWC’s signature Double Moon® phase display at 12 o’clock, which requires a one-day correction only once every 1,040 years.

Flipped over, the sapphire-glass case back reveals the historic 1926 logo that marked the initial merger between Daimler Motoren-Gesellschaft and Benz & Cie., combining the iconic three-pointed star with Benz's classic laurel wreath. The piece comes fitted on a black rubber strap equipped with IWC's tool-free EasX-CHANGE® system.

At the heart of the timepiece is the IWC-manufactured 82665 caliber, which introduces the brand's groundbreaking Perpetual Calendar ProSet module. Protected by four patents, this revolutionary gear-driven mechanism allows the perpetual calendar to be adjusted both forward and backward using a single position of the crown — eliminating the need for extra pushers or complicated setting menus. Crafted using microscopic LIGA lithography technology, the movement also features a silicon hairspring, a nickel-phosphorus escapement, and a ceramic-reinforced Pellaton automatic winding system that delivers a 60-hour power reserve.

The Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar ProSet 140 Years Mercedes‑Benz edition is now available for inquiry via IWC's official website and boutiques.

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Selten and Watch Ho & Co. drop the 100-piece "Yum Cha" edition watch.Features a hand-engraved Grand Feu enamel dial mimicking a bamboo dim sum steamer.Powered by a manual-wind Sellita movement, priced at $4,950 USD.

Independent watch brand Selten has teamed up with watch community platform Watch Ho & Co. to introduce a deeply personal métiers d’art timepiece: the Yum Cha edition. Created to mark Watch Ho & Co.’s third anniversary, the release translates founder Jackie Ho’s cherished childhood memories of visiting traditional Hong Kong tea houses with his grandparents into horology. Instead of taking design cues from conventional motorsport or military tropes, the collaboration centers on the warmth, family rituals and rich culinary heritage of dim sum culture.

The highlight of the timepiece is its hand-engraved, fine-silver Grand Feu enamel dial, designed to mirror the intricate weave of a traditional bamboo steamer basket. Crafted under a microscope by Selten's in-house master engraver and enamelist, Master Qin, each dial requires 16.5 hours of painstaking labor, involving roughly 3,500 individual hand cuts and multiple high-temperature firings. Finished in a rich honey-gold to amber fumé gradient, the dial recalls the warm patina acquired by wooden steamers after decades of use and is framed by custom diamond-cut hands shaped like tea leaves.

Housed in a 38mm stainless steel case measuring 9.95mm thick with a prominent top-hat sapphire crystal, the watch is powered by the manual-wind Sellita SW210-2 M Power+ movement, offering a 65-hour power reserve and regulated to within ±6 seconds per day. The aesthetic theme continues onto the solid engraved caseback depicting a sentimental family meal, as well as its presentation packaging, which includes a genuine handcrafted bamboo steamer, bamboo coasters, and a warranty card styled like a classic Hong Kong dim sum order sheet. Capped at just 100 pieces globally, the Watch Ho & Co. x Selten Yum Cha Edition retails for $4,950 USD. For more information, visit Selten's dedicated webpage for the timepiece via its website.

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Seiko introduces two Presage Craftsmanship watches honoring the 1913 Laurel - the very Japanese wristwatch.The models feature traditional white Enamel and deep black Urushi lacquer dials.Pre-orders are open now, with deliveries commencing in September.

Seiko has unveiled two new Presage Classic Series Craftsmanship timepieces that pay tribute to the 1913 “Laurel”, Japan’s first wristwatch. Designed as a tribute to the brand’s pioneering watchmaking heritage, the new models reinterpret the iconic design through two distinct traditional Japanese decorative arts: hand-applied enamel and centuries-old Urushi lacquer. By fusing traditional artistic heritage with modern horology, these releases serve as a celebration of the origins of Japanese wristwatch design.

The first model, the Enamel Laurel Dial, presents a lustrous white enamel face set beneath a dual-curve sapphire crystal. It stays faithful to the 1913 original with vintage-inspired Arabic numerals, a running subdial at 6 o’clock, and the signature red 12 o’clock marker.

Complementing it is the Urushi Lacquer Laurel Dial, which features a deep black dial executed using traditional Japanese lacquer techniques, paired with a refined gold-toned case and retro-styled detailing. Both timepieces are fitted with sustainably sourced, Leather Working Group (LWG)-certified black leather straps. Under the hood, both models are powered by Seiko’s in-house Calibre 6R5H automatic movement. Operating with an accuracy rating of +25/-15 seconds per day, the caliber delivers a robust power reserve of around 3 days.

The Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Laurel and Urushi Lacquer Laurel models will be available for pre-order starting August 13, 2026, via the Seiko Boutique webstore, with official deliveries commencing in September. Prices for the collection range from £1,250 to £1,400 GBP (approx. $1,680 - $1,882 USD).

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Swatch and OMEGA released the MoonSwatch Mission to the Sun – Solar Eclipse as a Spain‑exclusive one‑day drop on August 12, 2026.Features include a black Bioceramic pusher, new‑moon caseback graphic and a white rubber strap.

Swatch and OMEGA quietly released a location-exclusive MoonSwatch, dubbed the Mission to the Sun - Solar Eclipse. The timepiece was available exclusively in Spain for a single day, coinciding with the total solar eclipse that swept across the Northern Hemisphere on August 12, 2026.

Building on the foundation of the core yellow Mission to the Sun silhouette, the Solar Eclipse edition introduces subtle yet intentional thematic details that nod to the celestial event. The defining design tweak sits right at 2 o’clock, where a single black Bioceramic chronograph pusher replaces the standard yellow component, cleverly referencing the Moon stepping in front of the Sun.

The reverse side continues this astronomical theme with a new-moon graphic printed across the case back's battery cover, reflecting the exact lunar phase that enables a total eclipse. While the watch retains its classic 42mm Bioceramic case dimensions, quartz movement, and signature "Dot Over Ninety" (DON) tachymeter bezel, it updates the overall wrist feel with a soft white rubber strap fitted with a VELCRO® closure and a Bioceramic loop. On its underside, the strap features a textured surface in a matching sun-yellow hue designed to emulate the craters of the lunar surface.

The release strategy mirrored the fleeting nature of the eclipse itself, restricting sales exclusively to Spain for a 24‑hour window. Residents could order the watch through the official online store, while physical allocations were limited to select boutiques in Bilbao, Ibiza and Valencia. To extend reach, a mobile “Rolling Planet” pop‑up vehicle also toured León, offering fans a chance to secure the Solar Eclipse edition during its brief appearance.

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Seiko teams up with TRADMAN’S BONSAI for a 2,000-piece Presage Classic Series watch collaboration.Housed in a gold-tone case, the timepiece sports a deep Matsuba-Iro green dial with an aged pine-bark texture.Available for pre-order now with deliveries beginning in September.

Seiko has partnered up with TRADMAN’S BONSAI for a collaborative timepiece, unveiling the Seiko Presage Classic Series x TRADMAN’S BONSAI Limited Edition. The collective, known for blending horticultural tradition with contemporary design, lends its vision to this timepiece, making it a rare expression of Japanese craftsmanship.

aesthetic concept draws direct inspiration from the crescent-shaped "moon" pot - a classic bonsai vessel symbolizing harmony and balance - capturing the serene imagery of a black pine illuminated under moonlight. The dial is executed in Matsuba-Iro, a rich, deep green shade derived from pine needles that historically signifies longevity, resilience and immortality.

To impart texture and character, a newly developed embossed pattern coats the dial face, replicating the rugged, tactile surface of aged pine bark. Framing this display beneath a dual-curved sapphire crystal, elegantly curved hands sweep across the textured face, set against a gold-colored plated case and matching bracelet. An additional strap embossed with a traditional three-pronged pine pattern is also included to further emphasize the watch’s connection to nature.

At the heart of the timepiece is Seiko's in-house 6R51 automatic movement, which operates with a daily accuracy rating of +25/-15 seconds and offers around three days of power reserve. Retailing at £1,250 GBP (approx. $ 1,688 USD) and limited to 2,000 units, the Presage Classic Series x TRADMAN’S BONSAI timepiece is now available for pre-order via Seiko Boutique website, with deliveries beginning in September, 2026.

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Olaolu Slawn has revealed a video teaser for his upcoming project titled the Rolex Multiverse The project brings together 12 collaborators to create 12 distinct one-of-one custom Rolex watches The announced roster includes Gunna, Mario Balotelli, Verdy, Clint419, Ronaldinho and Gabriel Moses with one mystery collaborator remaining

Slawn and Rolex are pairing up for a new custom series dubbed the "Rolex Multiverse," bringing together 12 unique collaborators across music, sports, fashion, and contemporary art. First teased in a webcam-style video reveal by British-Nigerian artist Olaolu Slawn, the initiative centers on 12 bespoke one-of-one timepieces.

Building on Slawn's previous hand-painted watch releases, the "Rolex Multiverse" expands his signature graffiti-inspired visual language into a broader collaborative ecosystem. Each timepiece in the collection is crafted as a unique single-edition release, combining Slawn's distinctive artistic style with creative inputs from each guest collaborator.

The confirmed roster of collaborators spans multiple cultural sectors, including rapper Gunna and Lil Yachty, football icons Mario Balotelli and Ronaldinho, Japanese graphic designer Verdy, Corteiz founder Clint419, and visual artist Gabriel Moses. With 11 collaborators revealed so far, one final mystery guest remains under wraps.

The Slawn x Rolex Multiverse collection drops throughout August 2026.

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TAG Heuer releases two 38mm Formula 1 Solargraphs honoring Zandvoort’s Dutch Grand Prix.Models feature orange TH-Polylight bezels, grey opalin dials and sandblasted steel cases.Limited to 1,500 units on the rubber strap and 1,000 units on the steel bracelet models.

TAG Heuer has unveiled two new limited-edition Formula 1 Solargraph watches, created to commemorate the final Dutch Grand Prix at the iconic Circuit Zandvoort. Situated along the North Sea, Zandvoort is renowned for its intense coastal racing environment and vibrant fan culture, famously characterized by a sweeping "sea of orange" across the grandstands. Connecting back to the original TAG Heuer Formula 1 collection introduced in 1986, these new models revive a compact 38mm case size that directly links to the line's foundational era while bringing modern solar technology to the track.

The first variant is paired with a matching orange rubber strap and is limited to 1,500 pieces. Meanwhile, the second edition, an e-commerce exclusive model, comes fitted on a 3-row sandblasted steel bracelet and is limited to 1,000 pieces. Both models feature a grey opalin dial accented with an orange and red minuterie as a nod to the vibrant fan culture of Zandvoort. The sandblasted steel case delivers a matte, motorsport‑ready aesthetic, while the bidirectional bezel crafted from TH‑Polylight adds durability and tactile character.

Applied indices are filled with eggshell-colored Super‑LumiNova to ensure legibility in all conditions, complemented by red lacquered hands and a cleanly integrated date window at three o’clock. The design remains faithful to the original Formula 1 codes, with signature shields at six, nine, and twelve o’clock anchoring the dial’s rhythm.

At the core of both models is the solar-powered Caliber TH50-00, which harnesses both natural and artificial light as a virtually limitless energy source. A single minute of exposure to direct sunlight supplies a full day of power, while a complete charge - reached in under 40 hours of light exposure - delivers up to 10 months of continuous operation in total darkness.

The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph watches are available via the brand, with prices set at $2,150 USD for the rubber strap model and $2,250 USD for the e-commerce-exclusive, steel bracelet edition.

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Seiko will bring its Passionately and Obsessively Crafted Watches exhibition to Japan House in London. This marks the third consecutive year the brand has showcased its Power Design Project outside Japan, offering visitors a rare glimpse into the creative process behind one of the world’s most respected watchmakers. The exhibition highlights Seiko’s philosophy of innovation and craftsmanship, while celebrating Japanese culture in a global setting.

The exhibition highlights seven conceptual timepieces, each expressing a different designer's hyper-fixation on specific physical elements. Takuya Matsumoto’s "Dial Texture" uses high-precision metal stamping - controlled to within one-hundredth of a millimeter - to render intricate geometric patterns inspired by Spain's Alhambra Palace.

Naoya Sukeda’s "Machining Marks" draws inspiration from fine woodworking, deliberately leaving visible tool marks and file textures on a stepped steel case to celebrate the artisan's hand. Meanwhile, Design Director Miho Wada’s "Bar Indices" transforms standard hour markers into a hypnotic grid across a rectangular face, creating a dense mosaic where polished beams harmonize light.

Rounding out the lineup are concepts that redefine watch geometry and typography. Yu Ishihara’s "Spherical Surface" seamlessly aligns the curvature of the glass, bezel, case and crown guard into a single continuous sphere. Free to the public, the exhibition will officially unveil at Japan House on August 27 and will remain on view until September 15, 2026.

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London W8 5SA, United Kingdom

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Seiko celebrates 145 years with Edo purple limited‑edition watches.Six models span Prospex, Astron, Presage, Seiko 5 Sports and Seiko Selection.Available globally in October 2026 in limited runs.

To mark its 145th anniversary, Seiko has unveiled a series of limited‑edition watches inspired by “Edo purple,” a traditional Japanese color deeply tied to Tokyo’s cultural heritage. The commemorative collection reflects Seiko’s founding philosophy of being “Always one step ahead of the rest,” blending historical symbolism with modern watchmaking. Each model incorporates purple tones alongside gold accents, representing both Edo’s legacy and Seiko’s enduring commitment to enriching lives with beauty and innovation.

The commemorative series spans six distinct models across Seiko's key watch families, each offering a unique interpretation of the heritage colorway. The Prospex line receives two additions: the Prospex Alpinist Mechanical (Ref. HBC006), which reinterprets the 1959 original with a purple dial, wedge-shaped indices, "Alpinist" logotype, and an LWG-certified leather strap limited to 7,000 pieces; and the Prospex Speedtimer Solar Chronograph (Ref. HBJ005), powered by Caliber V192 with a purple-accented dial and tachymeter bezel limited to 8,000 pieces. Meanwhile, the high-tech Seiko Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph (Ref. HAB011) features the Caliber 5X83, a purple vertical gradation dial with a horizontal line pattern, a titanium case, and ceramic bracelet center links in a run of 2,000 pieces.

Rounding out the collection are three more lifestyle and heritage-driven designs. The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time (Ref. HCB006) takes inspiration from the "Edo Purple" cocktail created by STAR BAR owner Hisashi Kishi, showcasing a translucent purple dial with gold-flake highlights and a GMT hand in a 6,000-piece drop. The Seiko 5 Sports SKX (Ref. HDB003) reinterprets the iconic SKX diver silhouette with a deep purple dial, gold accents, and a glossy Hardlex bezel limited to 9,999 pieces. Last but not least, the Seiko Selection "Rotocall" Digital (Ref. HFL001) recreates the cult-favorite 1982 digital watch with an all-black coated case, gold accents, and an iconic purple rotary function switch limited to 4,000 pieces. All models feature "LIMITED EDITION" caseback engravings and will be available globally starting in October 2026 at Seiko Boutiques and select retail partners.

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Rolex's share of sales on Chrono24 dropped to 30.5% from a 44% peak in 2022, returning the brand to pre-pandemic market levelsThe watchmaker remains the marketplace leader with 31% of total sales volume, significantly ahead of competitors Omega and Patek PhilippeYounger shoppers are driving a shift toward dressier models like the Datejust, which has become the brand's top revenue generator on the platform

The crown is heavy but Rolex still wears it. Following an unprecedented surge during the pandemic lockdown era, the secondary watch market is finally cooling off. A new report from Chrono24 reveals that Rolex currently commands 30.5 percent of sales on the platform. The figure represents a stark contrast to the 44 percent market share the Swiss powerhouse held during the peak of 2022. This shift brings the manufacturer back to its pre-pandemic baseline and indicates a broader market normalization. Prices for highly coveted timepieces are stabilizing after years of skyrocketing demand.

Despite the statistical pullback, the watchmaker maintains an iron grip on the top spot. During the second quarter of this year, Rolex accounted for 31 percent of total sales volume on the marketplace. Competitors remain far behind in the rearview mirror. Omega secured 11 percent of sales volume during the same period, while Patek Philippe captured 6 percent. The changing tide is most visible in the luxury tier exceeding the $20,000 mark. In this elite bracket, brands like Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin are carving out larger pieces of the pie at the expense of the industry leader.

Mid-tier luxury remains absolute territory for the Geneva-based giant. Timepieces priced between $10,000 and $20,000 make up the core segment where Rolex secures 61.4 percent of all Chrono24 sales. This sweet spot houses legendary silhouettes including the Submariner, the GMT-Master II and the stainless steel Daytona. Buyers chasing these iconic sports models previously fueled the massive pandemic price premiums. As hype transitions into a more calculated consumer mindset, buyers are spending their money deliberately across a wider spectrum of horological options.

Younger collectors are fundamentally altering the current retail landscape. Consumers under 30 still spend more on pre-owned Rolex models than any other age group, dedicating roughly 34 percent of their watch budgets to the brand. However, this demographic is also diversifying its portfolio faster than older generations. Tastes are moving away from speculative sports models and pivoting toward classic dress watches. Consequently, the Datejust has emerged as a massive winner. The classic dress watch now stands as the single largest revenue generator for Rolex on the platform. Earning 28 percent of total brand revenue, it serves as a sophisticated entry point for a new wave of enthusiasts.

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Panerai drops the 44mm Luminor Marina PAM01707 in lightweight Carbotech™.The matte black sandwich dial features vintage beige Super-LumiNova® and omits the date.Powered by the P.9010 caliber, it offers 300-meter water resistance.

Panerai has officially introduced the new Luminor Marina PAM01707, a timepiece that blends the Maison's 1960s naval design codes with advanced high-tech material innovation. Framed in a bold 44mm case, the watch is constructed from Carbotech™, a carbon fiber composite compressed with PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone) polymer under high pressure and temperature. This proprietary material yields a matte black, unevenly textured surface that ensures every individual piece has a unique appearance. Remarkably light yet exceptionally tough, Carbotech™ is 64% lighter than titanium and 80% lighter than steel, offering superior strength-to-weight performance and extreme corrosion resistance suited for marine exploration.

At the heart of the PAM01707 is a matte black sandwich dial adorned with warm beige Super-LumiNova® that glows green in the dark, delivering a distinctly vintage tool-watch aesthetic. In a nod to Panerai's historical commissions for the Royal Italian Navy, the date window has been omitted to maintain a clean, distraction-free layout. The dial retains a small seconds sub-dial at 9 o'clock — a feature originally designed for Italian commandos to verify that the watch was running under extreme operational conditions. The 14.5mm thick case features a DLC-coated titanium closed caseback and is paired with a warm brown vintage calf leather strap with beige stitching, alongside a second black rubber strap for sportier, aquatic pursuits.

Powering the watch is the in-house P.9010 automatic caliber, a 6mm-thick movement built from 200 components and 31 jewels. Operating at 28,800 alternations per hour (4 Hz), its two series-connected barrels deliver a robust three-day power reserve. The movement integrates practical real-world functions, including a stop-seconds feature for precise synchronization and a quick time-change mechanism that allows the hour hand to jump forward or backward in one-hour increments without disrupting the minute hand. Tested to an impressive water resistance of 30 bar (~300 meters) with an additional 25% safety margin, the Luminor Marina PAM01707 is available via Panerai's official website and physical boutiques.

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Seiko and Honda launch the 45th-anniversary Motocompo Limited Edition watch.The 36mm field watch features a yellow dial mirroring the iconic folding scooter.Limited to 8,000 pieces globally, the watch is available for pre-order now with deliveries set for September.

Seiko is celebrating the 45th anniversary of Honda’s Motocompo with the launch of the Seiko 5 Sports x Honda Motocompo Limited Edition, a watch inspired by the ultra‑compact folding scooter that became a symbol of Japanese urban mobility in the 1980s. Produced between 1981 and 1985, the 49cc Motocompo was designed to fit inside the boot of the Honda City car, embodying practicality, innovation and playful design. This collaboration translates those qualities into a distinctive timepiece that merges Seiko’s mechanical reliability with Honda’s design legacy.

Translating the scooter's distinctive aesthetic into watch form, the timepiece is built around a 36mm Seiko 5 Sports Field series case. The vibrant yellow dial features bold black lines mirroring the Motocompo's original colorway, accompanied by the classic Honda logo at 9 o'clock and the word "AUTOMATIC" rendered in Honda’s signature typeface. Furthering the vehicle-inspired motif, the crown is engraved with "TURN," while the nylon strap pays homage to the scooter’s car-securing "carrying point" component with an "Insertion Point" engraving. On the reverse, the case back displays a layer of red paint recalling the Motocompo's accent trim, along with an individual limited-edition serial number.

The watch is limited to 8,000 pieces worldwide, with an allocation of 455 pieces dedicated to the UK market. Pre-orders are open now, with official deliveries scheduled to begin in September. The Seiko 5 Sports x Honda Motocompo Limited Edition can be ordered via the Seiko Boutique website, retailing at £340 GBP (approx. $456 USD)

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JOOPITER debuts Keeping Measure: Watches & Timepieces, its first watch auction.Features collectible pieces from Patek Philippe, OMEGA, Cartier and more.Bidding is open until August 11, 2026, with highlights like the Alan Bean Speedmaster and HYT Moon Runner Red Magma.

JOOPITER has announced its first auction under its newly established Watches Department, titled Keeping Measure: Watches & Timepieces. Curated to showcase both landmark models from storied Maisons and innovative creations from independent watchmakers, the sale spans over half a century of horological design. Featuring names such as Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, OMEGA, Piaget, Cartier, Ressence, HYT, Speake‑Marin and Ōtsuka Lotēc, the auction reflects the breadth of contemporary collecting and aims to appeal to seasoned collectors as well as newcomers.

The auction is currently open for bidding until August 11, 2026, with highlights including rare OMEGA pieces such as a tropical dial 2915‑3 and the first auction appearance of the complicated Speedmaster Chrono Chime. Other standout lots include the OMEGA Alan Bean Speedmaster produced in 1969 and linked to the astronaut who became the fourth person to walk on the Moon; the Ulysse Nardin 18k Woven Bracelet Watch crafted by Gay Frères; as well as the HYT Moon Runner Red Magma -- a bold 2022 release showcasing HYT’s liquid‑time technology. Head over to JOOPITER's dedicated webpage to view the full lineup of the Keeping Measure: Watches & Timepieces sale.

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MING and Royal Selangor debut the 88-piece 37.06 Titanium Watch.It features a hand-hammered pewter dial made in Kuala Lumpur.Retailing for CHF 5,000, it marks MING's first locally assembled timepiece.

MING has unveiled the 37.06 Royal Selangor, its newest limited-edition timepiece celebrating celebrating Malaysian craft through an unexpected material: pewter.

Created in collaboration with Royal Selangor, the watch features a hand-hammered pewter dial housed in MING’s lightweight grade‑2 titanium case. The partnership brings together Royal Selangor’s 140‑year heritage in pewter craftsmanship with MING’s contemporary design language, resulting in a timepiece that is both culturally rooted and visually distinctive.

The dial, produced in Kuala Lumpur, showcases pewter’s natural depth and texture, catching light differently from every angle to give each watch a unique character. Paired with the brushed titanium case, domed sapphire crystals, and Super‑LumiNova X1‑coated hands, the design balances warmth with modern precision. Inside, the Swiss‑made Sellita SW300.M1 automatic movement offers a 50‑hour power reserve, visible through the exhibition caseback. Notably, the entire run will be assembled locally in Kuala Lumpur, underscoring the collaboration’s authenticity and commitment to Malaysian craft.

Retailing at 5,000 CHF (approx. $ 6,133 USD), the 37.06 Royal Selangor comes with a blue‑grey goat leather strap by Jean Rousseau and is delivered in a special hammered pewter presentation box crafted by Royal Selangor. Availability begins today at Royal Selangor boutiques, with a small number of pieces offered via MING's official website starting August 6, 2026.

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TAG Heuer, Team Ikuzawa \and Bamford release a collaborative Carrera Chronograph, limited to 150 pieces.The design draws inspiration from '70s- '80s Roadmaster stopwatches, but reinterpreted with modern features.Priced at $10,500 USD, the watch is now available via TAG Heuer.

TAG Heuer has reunited with Japanese racing icon Team Ikuzawa and Bamford Watch Department for a new collaborative Carrera Chronograph. Following their initial 2023 collaboration, this new limited-edition release channels the visual codes of 1970s and 1980s Japanese motorsport through a contemporary lens. Spearheaded by Team Principal Mai Ikuzawa alongside George Bamford, the project draws direct creative inspiration from the Team Ikuzawa archive, specifically reinterpreting the graphic aesthetic and high legibility of the team's historic Roadmaster stopwatch.

Housed in a 39mm fine-brushed and polished steel "Glassbox" case, the timepiece boasts a bezel-free construction and domed sapphire crystal, offering an uninterrupted view of the dial. The white dial features a textured Clou de Paris finish and printed numeral indexes that mimic vintage timing instruments. Highlighting the team's signature color palette, bold red accents appear on the lacquered hour and minute hands, central chronograph seconds hand, red-printed 3 o'clock minute counter and a dedicated date disc at 6 o'clock.

Powering the watch is the in-house Calibre TH20-10 automatic chronograph movement, which intentionally omits a running seconds subdial. This specific 2-counter layout leaves the 6 o'clock dial space open for the prominent Team Ikuzawa logo, paying homage to vintage 1960s and 1970s racing chronographs. The watch is delivered on a 7-row steel bracelet and comes bundled as a set with two additional interchangeable straps: a white perforated leather strap with red stitching inspired by classic driving gloves, and a red-and-white striped textile strap referencing Team Ikuzawa's racing livery. Its custom sapphire caseback is engraved with "TEAM IKUZAWA", "BAMFORD WATCH DEPARTMENT," alongside its individual issue number.

The Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa is presented in custom packaging designed to emjlate a pit garage toolbox, alongside a travel pouch and branded charms. Priced at $10,500 USD, the release is available to order through TAG Heuer, with availability strictly limited to 150 pieces worldwide.

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Kojima Productions and Anicorn launch LUDENS X for the studio’s 10th anniversary.Collection includes the watch set, cuff bracelets and metal print.Limited release, debuting Aug 5, 2026, exclusively via Anicorn online.

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Kojima Productions, Anicorn has unveiled the LUDENS X collection, a follow‑up to their original SPACE LUDENS collaboration back in 2022. Supervised by Hideo Kojima and Yoji Shinkawa, the new release features a darker, sharper and more cinematic aesthetic.

Designed around the concept of an "EVA Creative Suit on the wrist," the watch channels the futuristic space-armor worn by the studio's mascot, Ludens. The timepiece arrived with a blackened stainless steel case, measuring 39mm with a thickness of 12.7mm. The case is accented by four corner screws and gold-tone hardware that echo the mechanical structure of the Ludens EVA suit. Engraved along the bezel are the mottos "BEYOND THE STRAND" and "INTO OUTER SPACE," marking a thematic journey from connection to cosmic exploration.

The multi-layered dial face also features a dark, industrial interface highlighted by a brushed metallic panel, exposed screw elements, the 10th-anniversary mark and Kojima Productions graphic branding. Luminosity is supplied by polished hour and minute hands treated with blue-emitting Super-LumiNova BGW9 beneath a protective sapphire glass crystal. Insid the timepiece is powered by a modified NH35-ATD automatic movement, which is visible through an exhibition caseback that carries custom collaboration branding and individual numbering.

Releasing on August 5, 2026 at 10 p.m. EDT, the main LUDENS X Watch Set will retail for $940 USD and comes with two interchangeable wearing options: a black stainless steel bracelet and a carbon fiber-patterned leather strap. Alongside the watch, the release also includes an exclusive black cuff bracelet with gold-tone engravings and a serialized Metal Print Warranty Card housed in a display case. Rounding out the drop, ANICORN will also offer a standalone LUDENS Silver Cuff Bracelet for $65 USD and a magnetic 10th Anniversary Ludens Character Metal Print poster for $48 USD. For more information, visit Anicorn’s official website.

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Seiko’s 'Fullmetal Alchemist' watch returns for a second limited pre-order window.The steel timepiece features Edward Elric-inspired details and a custom engraved caseback.Pre-orders close October 21 for approx. $270 USD, shipping begins late July 2027.

Seiko’s collaboration with Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood has returned for a second pre‑order window, following the overwhelming demand from its initial launch last month.

Inspired by the aesthetic of Edward Elric, the anime’s protagonist, the watch reimagines Seiko’s classic steel model as a full homage piece. Red accents reference Ed’s iconic coat, while a transmutation circle graphic decorates the dial. On the caseback, the engraving “Don’t forget 3. OCT. 11” mirrors the inscription found inside Elric’s pocket watch, adding a faithful narrative detail for fans.

According to the official listing on Aminubus, pre‑orders are now open again but will close on October 21, 2026 (JST). Priced at ¥43,780 JPY (approx. $270 USD), shipping will begin sequentially from late July 2027. Quantities remain limited, making this second release another opportunity for collectors and anime enthusiasts to secure the sought‑after timepiece.

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Citizen's "Spider-Man Swings" timepiece features an embossed dial by Marvel artist Adam Kubert, showing the hero mid-swing over the New York City skylineThe watch runs on Citizen's light-powered Eco-Drive movement inside a 43mm gray ion-plated stainless steel case and braceletFan-focused touches include fully luminous 3D webbing, a "THWIP"-engraved caseback, and a collectible pin

Citizen's "Spider-Man Swings" watch puts your friendly neighborhood hero front and center, casting him across an embossed dial as he releases a burst of webbing over the New York City skyline. The light-powered Eco-Drive model turns a comic-book splash panel into a wearable piece of Marvel hardware.

The dial does the heavy lifting. Rendered in custom artwork by Marvel artist Adam Kubert, Spider-Man locks into his iconic pose while his fully luminous webbing catches the light in a 3D effect, giving the face genuine depth rather than a flat print. It sits inside a 43mm gray ion-plated stainless steel case paired with a matching bracelet, a moody, monochrome build that trades loud color for quiet menace.

Underneath, Citizen's Eco-Drive J810 movement keeps the whole thing running on any light source, so there is no battery to swap and no winding to remember. The three-hand layout adds a date window, mineral crystal guards the face, and 100m of water resistance means it can handle a swim or a shower without drama. Flip it over and the caseback delivers the payoff: a "THWIP" engraving lifted straight from Spidey's web-shooters, a small easter egg aimed squarely at the fanbase.

A collectible pin sweeps in to seal the package, nudging this from everyday wristwear toward gift-and-grail territory. It is a clean, restrained take on a character collab, the kind that reads as a watch first and a fan piece second.

The Citizen "Spider-Man Swings" Eco-Drive watch is available now online, with orders shipping as early as July 29.

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