Religion, politics, war and, in particular, the position of the sun and the moon can figure into the design of these complex timekeepers. A watch can […]
Its revival has started with a meticulously hand-finished tourbillon housed in a double ellipse case — and an atypical business model. MEYRIN, Switzerland — A new […]
Organizers say the event’s focus on watch lovers, and their ability to connect directly with watch creators, will continue to attract visitors. Watches and Wonders Geneva […]
As the hype around household names became overwhelming, some collectors turned to makers like Moritz Grossmann and Furlan Marri. Times are changing for watch collectors — […]
Brands seem determined to make the most of the bounce in luxury spending that they have anticipated since Beijing ended its zero-Covid policy. After three years […]
The options for building a solid collection of timepieces are almost limitless, but choices from these categories would be a good start. Watches have evolved well […]
A one-man family business still produces watch straps and other small leather items. But the number of such companies has been declining sharply in Italy. MILAN […]
With student enrollments down and retirements rising, Swiss brands worry that growth will stall. The watchmaking world is facing an unprecedented problem: a severe lack of […]
As in fashion, design and cars, watches from the brands Breitling, Grand Seiko, TAG Heuer and Omega are revisiting the glamorous decade. “The 1960s is something […]
Four female horological experts tell us. (Spoiler: Not one of them was wearing a watch specifically designed for women.) For centuries, the high-end watch industry has […]