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For a magazine obsessed over buying watches, not being allowed to buy them is strange. The editors of WOW Singapore and Thailand discuss the current state of affairs, and make a bold prediction or two…

FLIGHT PLAN

We get up close and personal with the Blancpain Air Command models, with which the brand hopes to open new frontiers

TIMELY DESIGNS

Watchmaking has a difficult relationship with design. All too often good wristwatch design ideas make for unworkable creations. Nevertheless, industrial designers are having a go at offering alternative visions of watchmaking - some of these might yet become icons

STRONGER FORCE

CEO Davide Cerrato on the future steps of the revived

REPEAT OFFENDER

Patek Philippe continues its quest to create the world’s best chiming watches with Ref. 5750 Advanced Research

CRYSTAL CLEAR

In this instalment of our regular buying guide, we explore the considerations for watch crystals, overlooked at times but nevertheless one of the most crucial components of a watch

COMMEMORATIVE MASTERPIECES

Patek Philippe creates precious keepsakes to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Cortina Watch

AUTHENTIC LEGEND

The OMEGA Speedmaster gains a level of nobility with the use of Canopus Gold™

ALL TOMORROW'S WATCHES

Is time really money, and what does that even mean? We present an overview of the current state of demand for timepieces, and the lessons we might all want to learn going forward

THE AGELESS ONE

The Cartier Tank has easily withstood the test of time and will continue to do so for many years to come!

SEALING THE DEAL

To get right into it, as promised in the introduction, I am indeed doing two different sorts of selections here.

EXOTIC ESCAPEMENTS

A closer look at modern, high-tech escapements that have pushed the boundaries of classic horology

PROUD TRADITIONS

The launch of the new Patek Philippe boutique by Cortina Watch signifies a huge step forward for the brand for its already well-established presence in the local market

HISTORICAL MUSINGS

Possibly the world’s greatest horological showcase, the Patek Philippe Museum must be experienced in person, and offers new treats for visitors on the occasion of its 20th anniversary

GLOWING CONCERN

Telling time in the dark is a big business that also transcends functionality. In addition to giving you a sense of assurance, a watch with excellent low light legibility can also be quite playful

MANY HANDS

Last year ended with light at the end of the tunnel, and this year promises the same. In the hopes that we all stick the landing this time, all the editors pulled together to put forward their favourite timepieces to celebrate the end of 2021 with. A couple even broke the bank on the way to writing their parts

MECHANICAL ROOTS

Rolex has had a long history with film, from the appearance of the watches on the wrists of iconic actors, to its current relationship with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

FULFILLED EXPECTATIONS

Jaeger-LeCoultre delivered an impressive line-up of Reverso watches for the collection’s 90th anniversary

DOUBLE TIMING

I am no stranger to gifting myself with watches although the practice is not as feasible as when watches were more accessible, both in terms of price and availability.

GOOD TIMES

The following five watches have their hearts in the right place, and represent steps in the right direction

THE CONVERSATION: CAUSE CELEBRE

WOW Singapore and Thailand editors voice their thoughts on the long-running biennial charity watch auction programme known as Only Watch

HAUTE AMBITIONS

CHANEL’s introduction of its latest watch collection reflects the coming of age for the brand

GOING CLEAR

The issue of transparency in watchmaking is moving from the fringes to the mainstream, thanks to a focus by younger collectors on sustainability. Yet the lack of standards is worrying. We look at the issues, and propose a modest compromise WORDS

NEW HORIZONS

Interview with recently appointed President of Seiko Watch Corporation, Akio Naito WORDS

ROOT OF EXCELLENCE

Micro Artist Studio, home of the Grand Seiko Spring Drive watches

GOING FORWARD

Christie’s Asia Pacific Vice President and Head of Watches gives us a hint of what to expect in the auction scenes

OCEAN DEEP

There are lots of ways watch firms are doing their part for the world, even if these are often not quantifiable. Blancpain takes the lead with its Ocean Commitment initiatives '

THE PERSISTENCE OF MEMORY

This online exhibition is a rare treat for anyone who loves beautiful watch macro photography

UNCERTAINTY RULES

The lack of clear guidelines in the sustainability conversation hurts brands and consumers. Fortunately, there is a standard that could work, and it already exists…

TITANIC POTENTIAL

Once the new metal of watchmaking - the vanguard of the superleggera timepiece - titanium has become a staple. Its properties are still winning fans, but today its biocompatibility is emerging as an important feature. Not only will we never be allergic to titanium, it might also be self-cleaning…