WatchDNA — All Blogs https://watchdna.com From collectors to curious minds —we're building a global community of watch lovers. Discover trusted brands, authorized dealers, and the stories behind every tick. en 60 DELFIN 1961: THE ORIGINAL RETURNS https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/delfin-1961-the-original-returns https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/delfin-1961-the-original-returns DELFIN 1961: THE ORIGINAL RETURNS

The Edox Delfin 1961 Date Automatic Limited Edition brings back an icon of Swiss water-resistant watchmaking. Inspired by the original 1961 model, it combines vintage character, modern performance and a 200-metre water resistance, with each dial limited to just 265 pieces.

]]> Edox SUMMER WATCHES https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/summer-watches https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/summer-watches SUMMER WATCHES

Explore 10 standout summer watches that bring bold colors, sporty designs and fresh energy to the season, from refined classics to high-performance chronographs and dive watches.

]]> Baume_Mercier Benrus Breitling BREMONT Carol_Besler H_MOSER IWC moser&cie Nomos Oris Panerai Rolex CAPTAIN COOK X EUROPEAN CRICKET: PRECISION MEETS THE SPIRIT OF THE GAME https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/captain-cook-x-european-cricket-precision-meets-the-spirit-of-the-game https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/captain-cook-x-european-cricket-precision-meets-the-spirit-of-the-game CAPTAIN COOK X EUROPEAN CRICKET: PRECISION MEETS THE SPIRIT OF THE GAME

The Rado Captain Cook X European Cricket Special Edition brings Swiss watchmaking precision together with the spirit of European cricket, featuring a dial inspired by the pitch, high-performance materials, the R763 automatic calibre and the versatile EasyClip system.

]]> Rado ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL EXPLORER II: THE WATCH BUILT TO TAKE ON THE MOST EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/rolex-oyster-perpetual-explorer-ii-the-watch-built-to-take-on-the-most-extreme-environments https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/rolex-oyster-perpetual-explorer-ii-the-watch-built-to-take-on-the-most-extreme-environments ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL EXPLORER II: THE WATCH BUILT TO TAKE ON THE MOST EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II was created for those who venture into some of the world's most extreme environments. With its distinctive 24-hour display, Oystersteel construction, outstanding legibility and calibre 3285, it is a watch designed to deliver precision, durability and reliability on every expedition.

]]> Rolex INSIDE THE RADO HIGH-TECH CERAMIC LAB: A CONVERSATION WITH ADRIAN BOSSHARD ABOUT THE DNA OF A BRAND THAT PUSHES BOUNDARIES https://watchdna.com/blogs/opendial/inside-the-rado-high-tech-ceramic-lab-a-conversation-with-adrian-bosshard-about-the-dna-of-a-brand-that-pushes-boundaries https://watchdna.com/blogs/opendial/inside-the-rado-high-tech-ceramic-lab-a-conversation-with-adrian-bosshard-about-the-dna-of-a-brand-that-pushes-boundaries INSIDE THE RADO HIGH-TECH CERAMIC LAB: A CONVERSATION WITH ADRIAN BOSSHARD ABOUT THE DNA OF A BRAND THAT PUSHES BOUNDARIES

Join Thomas J. Sandrin, Founder of WatchDNA, as he visits the Rado High-Tech Ceramic Lab for an exclusive conversation with CEO Adrian Bosshard. Discover the philosophy, innovation, and passion behind one of watchmaking's leading pioneers in high-tech ceramic and learn how Rado continues to push the boundaries of design and materials.

]]> Cagdas Rado SwatchGroup Thomas_J_Sandrin POWERFULLY BLUE: THE NEW RADO CAPTAIN COOK HIGH-TECH CERAMIC CHRONOGRAPH https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/powerfully-blue-the-new-rado-captain-cook-high-tech-ceramic-chronograph https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/powerfully-blue-the-new-rado-captain-cook-high-tech-ceramic-chronograph POWERFULLY BLUE: THE NEW RADO CAPTAIN COOK HIGH-TECH CERAMIC CHRONOGRAPH

The new Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph combines a deep blue tone with high-tech ceramic, rose gold-coloured details and the automatic R801 chronograph calibre. With 300 metres of water resistance and a personality that balances adventure with sophistication, this new interpretation proves that blue can be much more than just a colour.




]]> Cagdas Rado MULTIFORT TV 28 QUARTZ: THE ICONIC DESIGN OF MIDO IN A NEW FORMAT https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/multifort-tv-28-quartz-the-iconic-design-of-mido-in-a-new-format https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/multifort-tv-28-quartz-the-iconic-design-of-mido-in-a-new-format MULTIFORT TV 28 QUARTZ: THE ICONIC DESIGN OF MIDO IN A NEW FORMAT

The new MIDO Multifort TV 28 Quartz offers an elegant and compact interpretation of the iconic Multifort TV collection. Featuring its signature rectangular case, full rose gold-colored PVD finish, brown dial with diamonds, and quartz movement, this model combines distinctive design, precision, and everyday comfort.

]]> Mido KHAKI FIELD AUTO THE ODYSSEY LIMITED EDITION: A TIMEPIECE BORN FROM MYTH https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/khaki-field-auto-the-odyssey-limited-edition-a-timepiece-born-from-myth https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/khaki-field-auto-the-odyssey-limited-edition-a-timepiece-born-from-myth KHAKI FIELD AUTO THE ODYSSEY LIMITED EDITION: A TIMEPIECE BORN FROM MYTH

The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto The Odyssey Limited Edition brings together Christopher Nolan's vision and Greek mythology in an exclusive 2,112-piece limited edition, where design, Swiss mechanics, and collectability come together.

]]> Hamilton WATCHES, DIVERS AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/watches-divers-and-the-deep-blue-sea-1 https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/watches-divers-and-the-deep-blue-sea-1 WATCHES, DIVERS AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA

From Jules Verne’s visionary imagination to record-breaking expeditions in the Mariana Trench, discover how brands like Rolex, Omega, and Ralf Tech have pushed the limits of dive watch engineering. A journey through the deepest oceans and the extraordinary timepieces built to withstand their extreme depths.

]]> Bell_Ross blancpain Omega Panerai PEQUIGNET RALF TECH Rolex SINN_SPEZIALUHREN SwatchGroup Victoria_Townsend EDOX DELFIN 1973: A NEW ERA FOR THE ICON OF “THE WATER CHAMPION” https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/edox-delfin-1973-a-new-era-for-the-icon-of-the-water-champion https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/edox-delfin-1973-a-new-era-for-the-icon-of-the-water-champion EDOX DELFIN 1973: A NEW ERA FOR THE ICON OF “THE WATER CHAMPION”

The new EDOX Delfin 1973 celebrates 65 years of history by reinterpreting one of the brand’s most iconic timepieces. Featuring its signature dodecagonal bezel, a new dial with a texture inspired by the seabed, and a modern construction, this watch represents the evolution of “The Water Champion” while preserving the essence that has defined the collection since 1961.

]]> Edox MULTIFORT 8 ONE CROWN: THE NEW EXPRESSION OF SWISS SPORT-CHIC https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/multifort-8-one-crown-the-new-expression-of-swiss-sport-chic https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/multifort-8-one-crown-the-new-expression-of-swiss-sport-chic MULTIFORT 8 ONE CROWN: THE NEW EXPRESSION OF SWISS SPORT-CHIC

The MIDO Multifort 8 One Crown blends contemporary sport-chic design with the precision of the automatic Caliber 80. A timepiece that brings together geometry, innovation, and Swiss reliability for everyday wear.

]]> Mido BR-05 GMT GREEN STEEL: BELL & ROSS'S URBAN GMT WATCH https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/br-05-gmt-green-steel-bell-rosss-urban-gmt-watch https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/br-05-gmt-green-steel-bell-rosss-urban-gmt-watch BR-05 GMT GREEN STEEL: BELL & ROSS'S URBAN GMT WATCH

The Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Green Steel combines refined urban design with practical GMT functionality, featuring a distinctive sage green dial and the versatility to accompany every journey.

]]> Bell_Ross PEQUIGNET ATTITUDE ÉLYSÉE #2 EDITION LIBERTÉ: THE ESSENCE OF FRENCH WATCHMAKING https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/pequignet-attitude-elysee-2-edition-liberte-the-essence-of-french-watchmaking https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/pequignet-attitude-elysee-2-edition-liberte-the-essence-of-french-watchmaking PEQUIGNET ATTITUDE ÉLYSÉE #2 EDITION LIBERTÉ: THE ESSENCE OF FRENCH WATCHMAKING

Discover the PEQUIGNET Attitude Élysée #2 Edition Liberté, a limited edition of 100 timepieces celebrating French watchmaking excellence, the values of liberty, and the craftsmanship of an independent French manufacture.

]]> PEQUIGNET DWISS M3S: REDEFINING THE ART OF TELLING TIME https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/dwiss-m3s-redefining-the-art-of-telling-time https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/dwiss-m3s-redefining-the-art-of-telling-time DWISS M3S: REDEFINING THE ART OF TELLING TIME

The DWISS M3S redefines the way we experience time with its exclusive Mysterious Signature Hours complication, an innovative display system that combines avant-garde design, Swiss engineering, and a Sellita SW-200-1 automatic movement. An internationally awarded timepiece that showcases how creativity and mechanical tradition can come together in a truly unique creation.

]]> DWISS DISCOVER EVERY WATCH COMPETING IN THE 2026 GPHG https://watchdna.com/blogs/ecosystem/gphg-2026-competing-watches https://watchdna.com/blogs/ecosystem/gphg-2026-competing-watches DISCOVER EVERY WATCH COMPETING IN THE 2026 GPHG

GPHG Thomas_J_Sandrin TRUE ROUND OPEN HEART LIMITED EDITION: PINK ELEGANCE TRANSFORMED BY LIGHT https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/true-round-open-heart-limited-edition-pink-elegance-transformed-by-light https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/true-round-open-heart-limited-edition-pink-elegance-transformed-by-light TRUE ROUND OPEN HEART LIMITED EDITION: PINK ELEGANCE TRANSFORMED BY LIGHT

The Rado True Round Open Heart Limited Edition combines high-tech ceramic, an automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve, and an innovative photochromic dial that shifts from soft pink to bold magenta in sunlight. Limited to just 888 pieces.

]]> Rado ALEXANDER AWARDS: A NEW RECOGNITION CELEBRATING THE TALENT BEHIND WATCHMAKING COMMUNICATION https://watchdna.com/blogs/ecosystem/alexander-awards-a-new-recognition-celebrating-the-talent-behind-watchmaking-communication https://watchdna.com/blogs/ecosystem/alexander-awards-a-new-recognition-celebrating-the-talent-behind-watchmaking-communication ALEXANDER AWARDS: A NEW RECOGNITION CELEBRATING THE TALENT BEHIND WATCHMAKING COMMUNICATION

The Alexander Awards introduce a new platform dedicated to celebrating the creativity, innovation, and talent shaping communication in the watch industry. Taking place in Geneva on December 2, 2026, the first edition will recognize brands, creators, agencies, and professionals transforming watchmaking stories into meaningful experiences.

]]> Alexander_Awards BR-03 GMT GREEN LUM: BELL & ROSS LIGHTS THE WAY FOR MODERN TRAVELERS https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/br-03-gmt-green-lum-bell-ross-lights-the-way-for-modern-travelers https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/br-03-gmt-green-lum-bell-ross-lights-the-way-for-modern-travelers BR-03 GMT GREEN LUM: BELL & ROSS LIGHTS THE WAY FOR MODERN TRAVELERS

The Bell & Ross BR-03 GMT Green Lum combines a practical GMT function with a striking design inspired by the Northern Lights. Limited to 500 pieces, this professional timepiece delivers exceptional day and night legibility thanks to its Super-LumiNova® C3 treatment.

]]> Bell_Ross BUILDING THE ROBOT I WAS PROMISED AS A CHILD https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/building-the-robot-i-was-promised-as-a-child https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/building-the-robot-i-was-promised-as-a-child BUILDING THE ROBOT I WAS PROMISED AS A CHILD

In this personal reflection, Spiro Mandylor brings a childhood dream to life by transforming a vintage 1986 RadioShack Robie robot into an intelligent, interactive companion powered by modern technology. Blending nostalgia, artificial intelligence and hands-on creativity, the story explores how imagination from the world of science fiction can become reality through curiosity, persistence and a willingness to build the future ourselves.

]]> Spiro BLANCPAIN AND HAUTE GASTRONOMY: 40 YEARS OF A SHARED STORY OF EXCELLENCE https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/blancpain-celebrates-40-years-of-gastronomy-with-its-partner-chefs https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/blancpain-celebrates-40-years-of-gastronomy-with-its-partner-chefs BLANCPAIN AND HAUTE GASTRONOMY: 40 YEARS OF A SHARED STORY OF EXCELLENCE

Blancpain celebrates 40 years of its unique connection with haute gastronomy, highlighting the shared values that unite fine watchmaking and culinary excellence. Through its Art of Living universe and a new video series featuring its partner chefs, the Maison reveals the stories, inspirations and passions behind a community of culinary talents representing more than 100 Michelin stars.

]]> blancpain WATCHES AND VACATION https://watchdna.com/blogs/watch-enthusiast/watches-and-vacation https://watchdna.com/blogs/watch-enthusiast/watches-and-vacation WATCHES AND VACATION

As vacation season arrives, watch collectors face one of their greatest annual dilemmas: which timepieces deserve a place in the travel case. From rugged everyday companions to elegant evening watches, choosing the right watch becomes part of the journey itself. This article explores the connection between watches, travel, memories, and the collector’s eternal struggle between practicality and passion.

]]> Christopher_Ward Mezei Omega Tissot Watchguyglasgow STOPPAGE TIME: THE BEAUTIFUL GAME AND THE WATCHES BUILT TO TIME IT https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/stoppage-time-the-beautiful-game-and-the-watches-built-to-time-it https://watchdna.com/blogs/experts_story/stoppage-time-the-beautiful-game-and-the-watches-built-to-time-it STOPPAGE TIME: THE BEAUTIFUL GAME AND THE WATCHES BUILT TO TIME IT

Football is a game measured in minutes, but remembered in moments. From vintage soccer timers created for referees to modern connected watches linked to goal-line technology, the relationship between football and watches reveals a fascinating story of precision, emotion, and the unpredictable nature of time. This article explores how watchmaking has captured the rhythm of the beautiful game, from the 45-minute half to the drama of stoppage time.

]]> Breitling Hublot Leikr Omega Seiko Spiro TAG-Heuer NIVADA GRENCHEN: A CENTURY OF ACCESSIBLE SWISS WATCHMAKING WITHOUT LOSING ITS IDENTITY https://watchdna.com/blogs/opendial/nivada-grenchen-a-century-of-accessible-swiss-watchmaking-without-losing-its-identity https://watchdna.com/blogs/opendial/nivada-grenchen-a-century-of-accessible-swiss-watchmaking-without-losing-its-identity NIVADA GRENCHEN: A CENTURY OF ACCESSIBLE SWISS WATCHMAKING WITHOUT LOSING ITS IDENTITY

Nivada Grenchen celebrates its centennial while preserving the essence that has defined the brand for a century. In an interview with Cagdas Onen, Tristan Boyer de Bouillanne reveals how the Swiss watchmaker has successfully revived its heritage, bringing back iconic models such as the Chronomaster, Antarctic, and F77, while continuing to offer accessible Swiss watchmaking with a forward-looking vision.

]]> Cagdas Couture NIVADAGRENCHEN JULY 14: CELEBRATING FRENCH PRIDE THROUGH THE ART OF WATCHMAKING https://watchdna.com/blogs/ecosystem/celebrating-france-honoring-the-heritage-and-creativity-of-french-watchmaking https://watchdna.com/blogs/ecosystem/celebrating-france-honoring-the-heritage-and-creativity-of-french-watchmaking JULY 14: CELEBRATING FRENCH PRIDE THROUGH THE ART OF WATCHMAKING

Celebrate France Day through the timeless art of watchmaking. Discover how French creativity, heritage, and innovation continue to shape exceptional timepieces, from historic Maisons to new independent brands redefining the future of horology.

]]> Baltic Bell_Ross Lip PEQUIGNET Yema LACO FRANKFURT 40 GMT: COMPACT SIZE. FULL FUNCTIONALITY. https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/laco-frankfurt-40-gmt-compact-size-full-functionality https://watchdna.com/blogs/press/laco-frankfurt-40-gmt-compact-size-full-functionality LACO FRANKFURT 40 GMT: COMPACT SIZE. FULL FUNCTIONALITY.