A roundup of this week’s notable watch moments: Jack Carlson’s J. Press runway featured 50 vintage pieces; Bremont’s 35mm Terra Nova jumping-hour drew positive hands-on attention; and Lancaster Watch Weekend returns late September.
J. Press’s NYFW show incorporated 50 vintage watches—Rolex, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Heuer, Universal Genève, Tudor, and Dunhill—curated by Jack Carlson with Wind Vintage.
Worn & Wound’s hands-on view of Bremont’s Terra Nova 35mm jumping-hour singles it out as the brand’s strongest recent release since its rebrand.
Lancaster Watch Weekend is scheduled for September 25–27 and is highlighted as a smaller, community-driven event worth attending for collectors.
# What happened this week
# Why the watches mattered on the runway
The watches were chosen deliberately as part of Carlson's approach to detail and worldbuilding. From the author's front-row perspective, the timepieces were a focal point during the show—selected to sit on models' wrists and complement the collection's aesthetic. Wind Vintage supplied the pool of options, and Carlson's second season at J. Press is described as a clearer realization of his vision.
# Bremont: Terra Nova 35mm jumping-hour — a second look
Worn & Wound published a hands-on impression of Bremont's Terra Nova 35mm jumping-hour. The piece states the Terra Nova jumping-hour watches may be Bremont's best work since the company's rebrand a few years earlier. The review frames the new models as a notable improvement and worth a closer look for those following Bremont's recent trajectory.
# Lancaster Watch Weekend returns
Lancaster Watch Weekend is scheduled for September 25–27. The event is framed as a contrast to high-profile fairs concentrated in Geneva: smaller, community-run gatherings where collectors and makers can have more direct, less formal interactions. The related Fratello piece advocates attending as a valuable collector experience.
# Gear and cultural notes
Two additional items appeared in the roundup. First, the Insta360 Luna Pro, a new gimbal camera co-engineered with Leica, pairs a Leica Summicron lens with a 1-inch 8K sensor. It can shoot 8K Dolby Vision video, 4K vertical, and 4K slow motion up to 120fps. Features listed include three-axis stabilization, AI tracking, a detachable two-inch OLED touchscreen, 47GB built-in storage, up to four hours of battery life, and a starting price of $599.99 for the standard bundle.
# What to take away
# Quick next steps for readers
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