François Quentin's watch ideas for his 4N brand were met with doubt in 2010, but now he has released the first version, designed to catch the most amount of attention.
Traditional watchmaking techniques like producing repetitive linear patterns and enameling, known collectively as Métiers d'Art, are experiencing a rise in popularity across the globe.
Gold granulation is a decorative process that consists of applying miniature beads of gold to a metal surface and then heating the entire piece to form a permanent bond.
For the Swiss watchmaker Roger Dubuis, the buzz surrounding its new Quatuor model at the Geneva watch salon was a high point on a five-year climb back from near extinction.
Jean-Baptiste Viot puts his passion for mystery into his handmade watches, applying techniques learned in Switzerland to create designs that have a two-year waiting list for potential customers.