The Bulova A-11 ‘Hack Watch’ holds a cherished spot in the annals of American horology. This military-issued timepiece, supplied to the United States Armed Forces during WWII, was designed with legibility and reliability as central priorities. The Bulova A-11 Jimmy, set to join Bulova’s catalogue in 2026, builds upon this legacy, adopting the same aesthetic inspiration and retaining all defining aspects of the wartime watches.
Named after the American actor and military pilot, Jimmy Stewart, the Bulova A-11 Jimmy carries the spirit of the original A-11 into the modern era. It boasts a coin-edge bezel, a high-contrast matte-black dial, and a robust mechanical movement with a ‘hacking’ seconds feature, that halts the seconds hand for precise time setting.
Transforming waves are stirring in the luxury watch industry with the decision of Movado Group to let go a majority stake of 95% in the renowned Swiss watch brand Ebel. The purchaser consortium that lands this majority stake is spearheaded by Montres Journe SA, carrying the legacy of the watchmaking legend F.P. Journe, and is in partnership with the fashion powerhouse Chanel. The reins of Ebel will be handled by the former De Bethune CEO, Pierre Jacques.
There is a keen sense of anticipation building up around this move, as Ebel, founded in 1911 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, has been experiencing a relatively quiet existence under the auspices of Movado. The handover, it is conjectured, will serve to uplift the Ebel brand, fleshing out its product spectrum, enhancing the branding, streamlining distribution, and essentially boosting overall sales revenue.