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IN-DEPTH: The history of Bovet, a contemporary brand with impeccable old-world credentials

Despite the age of the watchmaking trade, there aren’t too many brands that can boast 200 years of history. Those that do often have insular development, still operating from within their small town beginnings and sometimes run by the original family. The story of Bovet is much more diverse, including a multitude of characters and … Continued

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The Rolex Air-King: A history of the Crown’s most divisive model

When you think of Rolex, you don’t exactly think of quirky or unusual watches. Nowadays, the massive brand is known for its simple, surgically measured designs. Only one model remains the odd one out. The Air-King is probably the quirkiest Rolex piece currently in production, along with the Milgauss. It is one of the oldest … Continued

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In-Depth – The Race For The Best Light-Powered Watch And The New Citizen Eco-Drive 365

Back in 1957, Hamilton (then still an American watchmaker) launched the world’s first electric watch, the Electric 500. It was powered by a battery and never needed to be wound, and the movement was matched with the asymmetrical Ventura line that Elvis Presley made famous in his 1961 hit movie, Blue Hawaii. This was a […]

In-Depth – The Marvels of Louis Vuitton High-Watchmaking, With The New Tambour Opera Automata

Forget what you think about luxury branded watches. What Louis Vuitton does with its haute horlogerie collection, created at La Fabrique du Temps, is nothing else than spectacular, mesmerizing and rather unique within the spectrum of the industry. It is next-level high-end watchmaking, creativity and with an almost unique level of customisation. The 2021 Louis […]

IN-DEPTH: The history of the TAG Heuer Carrera is inspired by a race with a serious body count

history of the TAG Heuer Carrera In 1963, two legends were born that would both go on to become icons within their respective fields: the Heuer Carrera and the Porsche 911. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the model. An enduring design that has remained in favour over the last six decades, it is important to remember where the Heuer … Continued

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IN-DEPTH: The history of Landeron, the legendary manufacturer that never gets the recognition it deserves

In the collective memory of watch enthusiasts, the legendary watchmakers are the likes of Breguet, Lange and of course the holy trinity of Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe. Investigating the history of more affordable and less luxurious movements brings up ETA, Miyota and Seiko, but there is one company which never seems to … Continued

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The Minase Masterpiece collection lives up to its name

When a brand so full of artistic integrity as Minase labels something a masterpiece, we had better pay attention. Given the level of quality and attention to detail of even the most affordable Minase, what they can do in super-limited runs with a sizeable budget and the help of dedicated artisans is almost beyond the … Continued

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In-Depth – The Glashütte Original Panoramadatum, A Small Complication That Made It Big

There is a widespread opinion that the date indicator in the absence of other calendar functions violates the “original purity” and “balance” of the classic dial. It is only accurate when little thought is given to the design and the execution. The famous Panoramadatum, an off-centred large panoramic date window by Glashütte Original, can quickly […]

Why you should care about Credor – plus seven models you should be familiar with

Editor’s note: While more and more people are familiar with Grand Seiko’s reputation for dial artistry and almost pathological attention to detail, Credor remains a lesser entity within the Seiko family. But this is largely due to the fact much of there work and marketing remains within Japan. So, we look back to when we … Continued

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In-Depth – The Future Of Silicon Hairsprings, Now That The Patent Has Expired?

Barely one centimetre in diameter, the hairspring is the beating heart of a watch movement. It is a strategic component in several respects. Manufacturing hairsprings is a complex process mastered only by a few companies. Conventional hairsprings are made of iron-nickel alloys, such as Nivarox. For several years now, silicon has been revolutionizing traditional watchmaking. […]

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