Tag: craftsmanship
Watches May 2023
Vintage Inspired
The watch industry love an anniversary, as it allows for a rummage into the archives and create an homage to a classic. To those in favour of these revivals, The Rake is one such specator, Watches & Wonders did not disappoint.
Speed May 2023
Aston Martin Unveils Their New DB12 In Cannes
Aston Martin unveils their new luxury sports car, the DB12, in a glamorous premier near Cannes Film Festival.
Speed May 2023
Concours on Savile Row
Concours on Savile Row returns for its second year in the heart of Mayfair for two days of celebrating bespoke tailoring, cars and the wonders of craftsmanship.
Watches May 2023
Vulcain x The Rake x Revolution Cricket “Style Moderne"
The Rake launches a stunning two tone Vulcain Cricket invoking the golden age of Art Deco design.
Style April 2023
Steely Courage
The unveiling of Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet in 2019 heralded a new era in watchmaking. Now, six steel additions to the collection represent another giant leap forward for the manufacture.
Craft April 2023
Prime The Pomp
It is Britain’s time to shine — and with 530-carat diamonds, gold orbs bearing emeralds and rubies, and no fewer than three jewel-encrusted crowns on display, we mean that literally. Charles’s coronation, writes Simon De Burton, will be a show for the ages.
Style April 2023
So Much Owed
The field of human conflict inevitably involves human sacrifice, and it is up to later generations to preserve the memory of the fallen. The Aircraft Restoration Company at RAF Duxford in Cambridgeshire is an example of this important work. The Rake was thrilled to join them for a day to help honour the spirit of the few to whom so much is owed.
Watches March 2023
Introducing the Oris ProPilot X Kermit Edition
The Rake’s Andrew Wingrove finds that the relentless competition among watch brands has not diminished their creative joie de vivre. Case and Point with the Oris ProPilot X Kermit Edition.
Speed March 2023
The Rake Visits Aston Martin x Girard-Perregaux
The Rake Visits Aston Martin x Girard-Perregaux for the launch of the Laureato Green Ceramic Aston Martin Edition.
Pleasure March 2023
Celebrate the Coronation in style with DUKES London’s Royal Connoisseur Experience Package
DUKES London commemorates the coronation of His Majesty, King Charles III with a truly exceptional package of finely-designed indulgences. These include private access to some of St James’s most elegant Royal Warrant Holders as well as hotel experiences, cocktails, dishes and in-room favours all designed to reflect the new monarch’s tastes.
Icons February 2023
A Sundowner with Harrison Osterfield
As he continues his rise, Harrison Osterfield answers a quick-fire round of questions for The Rake – probing into his ideas of happiness, motivation, and the dazzling superstar qualities of Prince.
Watches February 2023
AESTHETES, ASSEMBLE!
Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet is back — with three new complications whose beauty, artistry and daring is enough to take on the world.
