TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph – Playful, Purposeful, and Powered by Light

by Brent Robillard Lights out During Watches and Wonders this year, I had the chance to get hands-on with the new TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph collection—TAG’s latest injection of racing flair into its entry-level lineup. I also managed a quick photo session with two limited editions made for Monza and the Singapore Grand Prix, both of which brought a fun, collectible vibe that mirrors … Continue reading TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph – Playful, Purposeful, and Powered by Light

Straum’s landscape-inspired Jan Mayen Arctic Dials

by Brent Robillard Arctic influence Co-founder of Straum, Lasse Roxrud Farstad, and I have been speaking over social media and email since 2021 shortly after the brand was launched. The world of horology is ultimately a small one. Rarely do you require the full six degrees of separation to realize just how close you really are. And yet, somehow, over all this time and travel, … Continue reading Straum’s landscape-inspired Jan Mayen Arctic Dials

Longines Ultra-Chron Diver: A Second Look

by Brent Robillard High-frequency Last week, at a press event in New York City, I had the opportunity to go hands-on with Longines’ latest novelties for 2025. While most of those remain under embargo, the brand also brought along a few models from previous launches, including the Ultra-Chron. Given how much I appreciate Longines’ new Spirit and Conquest collections—and considering that I own the Legend … Continue reading Longines Ultra-Chron Diver: A Second Look