REVOLUTION is a quarterly magazine that lives and breathes horology. Published in 12 countries in a wide range of languages, REVOLUTION is an integrated lifestyle title that celebrates the mechanical watch as the primary tool for self expression. REVOLUTION covers all aspects of watchmaking and the watch industry, from the vibrant personalities who inhabit this rarefied sphere to exquisite timepieces that exemplify the pinnacles of craftsmanship, technology and hallowed tradition. For the individual who appreciates the finer things in life, REVOLUTION is a paean to the one true luxury in this world — time.
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ONLY WATCH BREAKS RECORDS FOR THE BIENNIAL AUCTION
CELEBRITY WATCHSPOTTING
A. LANGE & SÖHNE: GREATER THAN THE SUM OF ITS PARTS
INTRODUCING THE EXCALIBUR SPIDER UNIQUE SERIES MINUTE REPEATER
CARTIER LONDON: A GREAT VINTAGE
BLANCPAIN CELEBRATES THE ART OF LIVING IN ASIA
PANERAI PARTNERS GLOBAL ADVENTURER JIMMY CHIN
ZENITH SETS A RECORD WITH A PIÈCE UNIQUE
AND THE WINNER IS… HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ‘WATCHMAKING OSCARS’
EVERYTHING BUT THE WATCH • The future is going green, and that applies both to watchmaking and all other legacy industries. In transport, our Blade Runner dreams are all coming true today.
WHISKY HOUR: THE MACALLAN BOUTIQUE COLLECTION 2019 & AUDEMARS PIGUET CODE 11:59 MINUTE REPEATER
THE LOVERS ASSEMBLE • Van Cleef & Arpels’s Pont des Amoureux, once a singular timepiece, is now a complete collection. We find out why the brand chose this watch to re-develop into a range of references.
TOP DOGS • Two-tone, bi-color, steel-and-gold, or however you want to describe it. The dual-tone watch currently reigns supreme in its popularity and appeal. These are some of the year’s best offerings.
THE SUN, THE MOON AND THE STARS • Jaeger-LeCoultre’s adoration for celestial mechanics has inspired its latest series of astronomical and astronomically stunning timepieces.
THE MODERNIST
40 YEARS ON • Singapore-founded watch retailer The Hour Glass has transformed the local retail space through a modern lens. As it turns 40, it’s set to do that once again.
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STEELY DAN: THE A. LANGE & SÖHNE ODYSSEUS • The first steel watch in production from A. Lange & Söhne was unveiled on the 25th anniversary of the brand’s first collection.
THE WHIRLWINDS OF CHANGE • Breguet is going through a sea change indesign while holding tight to its heritage, and that’s showing in its latest timepieces.
FACE VALUE • While the true beauty of mechanical timepieces is almost always on the inside, Blancpain’s métiers d’art collection makes a compelling case otherwise.
THE ARC OF TIME • With the most elegant of efforts and gentlest of moves, Hermès manages to present two new models that sing elegance with an infusion of new technology.
STYLING IT UP • Montblanc’s Heritage series, with a public relations campaign at SIHH that was shot in Miami, has released a limited edition that’s got plenty to love
BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK • Chanel’s Édition Noire transforms its timepieces into serious eye candy.
WINTER SCENES FROM IWATE: THE GRAND SEIKO SBGR319 • Grand Seiko’s latest features a distinctive dial inspired by winter scenes on Mount Iwate.
MOON RISE • Le Rhöne wants you to forget about the compact moon phase display. It’s got a grand display for you.
FULL METAL FUGU • The Citizen Promaster NY009 updates the fan favourite diver with stainless steel bracelets.
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