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Norqain is expanding its UK and Ireland distribution through a new partnership with the Watches of Switzerland Group, launching its watches at Goldsmiths stores in the Trafford Centre and Lakeside, and making them available online via Watches of Switzerland, Goldsmiths, and Mappin & Webb. The partnership marks the first time
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Bucherer’s UK sales grew by 11% to £109.2 million, while operating profit more than tripled to £3.5 million in the latest financial year. After losing its ground‑floor concession at Selfridges in January 2025, the retailer shifted its focus to its Covent Garden store, which has delivered
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Swiss watch exports have turned positive for the first time in two years, with overall sales rising by 1.7% year‑to‑date and the twelve‑month moving average increasing after a 9.1% surge in August. While the United States remains the largest market, exports there fell 8.3%
The piece explores five historic watch brands—Elgin, Gruen, Lemania, Le Phare Jean d’Eve, and Bueche Girod—highlighting their origins, distinctive innovations, and reasons why they merit revival. It notes how each marque once shaped watchmaking through design risks, technical breakthroughs, or luxurious craftsmanship, yet fell into obscurity due
The piece introduces a new “Nobody Asked” column that pairs watches with each of the 32 NFL teams, offering playful and unconventional selections based on team culture, city, and fans. The series is split into two parts, with the first covering a selection of teams and their proposed watches, ranging
The Sandberg Collection, assembled by former HSBC chairman Baron Michael Sandberg, represents a remarkable assemblage of over 400 timepieces that span four centuries and a wide range of cultural contexts. Highlighting European watchmaking excellence alongside pieces crafted for Chinese, Islamic, and Indian markets, the collection showcases intricate enamel work, elaborate
The piece recounts a long‑standing fascination with the Ulysse Nardin Freak, culminating in finally acquiring a Freak X OPS watch after five years of obsession. A chance connection with Matthieu Haverlan, the brand’s chief growth officer, turned a casual admiration into a genuine partnership, highlighting the watchmaker’s
Jeff Koons partnered with Hublot to create a collection of watches inspired by his iconic Balloon Dog sculptures, blending the artist’s playful, oversized forms with the brand’s daring watchmaking. Over two years, the collaboration translated the monumental scale of the sculptures into 42 mm timepieces, featuring inflated‑look
The Fondation Haute Horlogerie (FHH) has entered a strategic partnership with the Gemological Institute of America’s (GIA) School of Gemology and Jewelry Arts to expand educational opportunities in watchmaking and jewelry. Leveraging GIA’s extensive global infrastructure, the collaboration will create new certification programs, training courses, and instructional resources
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The episode features Rob Nudds discussing the current state of the watch industry, highlighting innovative brands and notable releases from the recent Geneva Watch Days 2026. Listeners hear insights on independent Japanese brand Casio’s F91WS‑2, as well as a wide range of boutique and luxury pieces from Straum,
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The piece explores five historic watch brands—Elgin, Gruen, Lemania, Le Phare Jean d’Eve, and Bueche Girod—highlighting their origins, distinctive innovations, and reasons why they merit revival. It notes how each marque once shaped watchmaking through design risks, technical breakthroughs, or luxurious craftsmanship, yet fell into obscurity due
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The piece explores how Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Offshore, initially dismissed as a derivative of the original Royal Oak, has evolved into a distinctive “shadow icon” within the brand’s lineup. Launched in 1993 under Emmanuel Gueit’s direction, the Offshore faced internal resistance and criticism from Gérald Genta,
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The piece introduces a new “Nobody Asked” column that pairs watches with each of the 32 NFL teams, offering playful and unconventional selections based on team culture, city, and fans. The series is split into two parts, with the first covering a selection of teams and their proposed watches, ranging
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The Bianchet Tonneau UltraFino Ceramic Skeleton watch combines high‑tech blue and white ceramics with a meticulously engineered ultra‑thin UT01 flying‑tourbillon caliber. Inspired by the golden ratio and Fibonacci sequence, the design achieves harmonious proportions in a 40 × 47.5 mm tonneau case that is only 8.9
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The Sandberg Collection, assembled by former HSBC chairman Baron Michael Sandberg, represents a remarkable assemblage of over 400 timepieces that span four centuries and a wide range of cultural contexts. Highlighting European watchmaking excellence alongside pieces crafted for Chinese, Islamic, and Indian markets, the collection showcases intricate enamel work, elaborate
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Lang & Heyne’s Friedrich III has been updated with a power‑reserve complication, keeping the original 39.2 mm case size and 10.5 mm thickness while offering the watch in 18 ct rose gold or 950 platinum. The new version retains the brand’s triple‑lug design and
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The piece highlights seven standout watches priced between $1,000 and $2,000 that combine strong value, innovative technology, and distinctive design. Selections include the Mido Ocean Star GMT with a mechanical GMT function and 80‑hour power reserve, the Davosa Ternos Professional 68h Eagle Bay offering a robust dive‑
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The article examines several high‑end steel chronographs that rival the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, highlighting alternatives from Omega, Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Zenith, Vacheron Constantin, TAG Heuer, and Chopard. Each watch is described in terms of design, case size, movement, power reserve, water resistance, and approximate price, showing how they compare
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The piece explores a selection of twelve rugged watches that serve as practical alternatives to G‑Shock, emphasizing durability, water resistance, and everyday wearability without the bulky, tactical aesthetic. It highlights models such as the affordable Casio Duro, the solar‑powered Timex Expedition Field Post, the titanium Scurfa Diver One,
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The review highlights the Tissot PRX Chronograph Quartz as an unexpectedly affordable, high‑quality timepiece that combines a slimmer 41 mm case with a robust set of functions, including a 30‑minute chronograph counter, 1/10‑second display, and ADD and SPLIT features. Priced at $525, it offers a significant
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The watch industry is portrayed as having lost its once‑strong focus on customer care and authentic relationships, shifting toward relentless product releases that prioritize volume over meaningful engagement. While historically the sector thrived on storytelling, meticulous craftsmanship, and immersive experiences for collectors and media, recent years have seen a
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The video showcases the discovery of an exceptionally rare watch, highlighting its unique craftsmanship and the cultural significance that makes it highly coveted among collectors and enthusiasts. Through detailed visuals and commentary, it explores the watch’s intricate design, historical background, and the story behind its rarity, emphasizing why such
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The video explores a shift from pursuing hype in the watch industry to embracing genuine personal fulfillment through a thoughtfully curated collection. It examines how moving away from market trends can lead to authentic passion, highlighting the emotional rewards of owning pieces that truly resonate. By sharing this journey, the
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The episode explores how Patek Philippe’s storied heritage shapes its contemporary relevance, analyzing the brand’s influence on the luxury watch market and its commitment to preserving fine craftsmanship. By examining the interplay between tradition and modern consumer expectations, it highlights the ways the watchmaker leverages its legacy to
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The guide explores six premium travel watches that excel at handling multiple time zones, highlighting each model’s distinctive features, design, and price. Tudor’s Northflag GMT offers a sleek black, white, and yellow aesthetic with a true GMT automatic movement priced at €5,050, while Frederique Constant’s classic
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The Sunday Morning Showdown pits the Orient Star Sakigake Three Hand against the Tissot Gentleman 38mm, highlighting each watch’s design philosophy, price, and movement. The Swiss Gentleman is praised for its reliable ETA Powermatic 80 with an 80‑hour power reserve and a distinctive pyramidal sunburst dial, while the
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The review highlights the Jaeger‑LeCoultre Master Control Chronometre time‑and‑date model as a striking blend of refined aesthetics and modern sportiness, emphasizing its integrated bracelet, modest 38 mm case, and elegant simplicity. The watch’s design focuses on essential elements, featuring a brushed dial, dauphine hands, and a
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The Luminox Pacific Diver Official Force Blue watch is a special edition collaboration between Luminox and the marine‑conservation nonprofit Force Blue. Based on the 3120 model, it retains the 44 mm stainless‑steel case, carbon‑ox bezel and Ronda 515 quartz movement, while adopting Force Blue’s distinctive blue‑
New Watches
Awake’s new Frosted Leaf collection introduces three limited‑edition watches—Blood Moon, Storm, and Lagoon—each featuring a handcrafted Sơn Mài dial layered with Vietnamese lacquer, silver leaf, and natural pigments. The intricate process takes about 15 hours per dial, using rare sap from the Rhus verniciflua tree and
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Buying Time Analysis presents the most anticipated watches of 2026, showcasing upcoming designs and technological innovations that will shape the market for enthusiasts and buyers. The video explores trends such as advanced materials, integrated smart features, and new aesthetic directions that define the next generation of timepieces. By highlighting each
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American watchmaking began in the early 16th century with handcrafted pocket watches that were expensive and produced slowly, but the industry transformed in the 19th century when innovators introduced interchangeable parts and automated machinery. Companies such as Waltham, Ingersoll, Hamilton, Elgin, and Bulova pioneered mass production, making reliable timepieces affordable
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Guillaume Laidet, a French entrepreneur, has rebuilt several historic watch brands, most notably Nivada Grenchen, while also co‑founding the futuristic SpaceOne. Drawing on a childhood fascination with mechanical watches, he revived Nivada Grenchen by faithfully reproducing vintage designs such as the Depthmaster and F77, listening closely to collector communities
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Timex’s new Deepwater Meridian 200 HEV Automatic brings professional‑grade dive features to the affordable market, offering a helium escape valve, 200‑meter water resistance, screw‑down crown and caseback, ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal and a Miyota automatic movement with a 40‑hour power reserve. Priced at $469 for
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Auret’s debut Mederi collection merges Swiss watchmaking precision with Colombian cultural roots, presenting a 40 mm stainless‑steel case featuring a distinctive 12‑sided bezel and a concentric guilloché dial that creates rippling wave patterns. The watch houses an automatic Sellita SW260 D4 movement with a 41‑hour power
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The Baume & Mercier Riviera 73 revisits the brand’s 1973 heritage by delivering a slim, elegant integrated‑bracelet sports watch that balances classic design cues with modern proportions. Housed in a 39 mm stainless‑steel case only 7.65 mm thick, the watch features a 12‑sided bezel, a
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The Citizen L Rainell Eco‑Drive Ladies’ Teardrop Watch combines a distinctive teardrop‑shaped case with a gold‑toned finish, offering a blend of elegance and originality. Powered by Citizen’s light‑activated Eco‑Drive movement, the watch features a legible pale‑gold dial with baton hour markers, a domed
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The Nivada Grenchen x WatchGecko Autochron Teal watch revives the brand’s historic prototype chronograph by delivering a modern reinterpretation that blends vintage aesthetics with contemporary technology. Housed in a 38 mm stainless‑steel, tonneau‑shaped case, the timepiece features a teal‑blue dial, cream sub‑dials, and a tachymeter
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The piece contrasts the $595 Citizen Promaster Navihawk solar‑quartz chronograph with the $9,000 Omega Speedmaster Professional 3861, highlighting how the Citizen’s dense dial, robust 200 m water resistance, sapphire crystal and maintenance‑free Eco‑Drive movement make it a highly practical, everyday tool. Its comfortable 40 mm
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The episode explores the fascinating hobby of a former judge who has been amassing a diverse collection of timepieces for many years, sharing stories behind each watch and the motivations that drive the passion for horology. Listeners gain insight into the historical significance, craftsmanship, and personal anecdotes that highlight the
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The video examines recent purchases made by Juliano Massarelli on Teachers Pay Teachers, highlighting how strategic buying can provide valuable educational resources for teachers. It showcases specific items acquired, discusses their relevance to current classroom needs, and offers insight into emerging trends within the educational marketplace. By analyzing the selected
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The watch industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with traditional manufacturers facing declining demand while new players emerge as potential leaders. This shift highlights changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and the growing importance of innovative design and smart features, reshaping market dynamics for stakeholders. Identifying the emerging winners and losers
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The episode examines how leading luxury watch manufacturers are increasingly out of touch with modern consumers, highlighting a shift away from traditional prestige toward more experiential and technology‑driven preferences. By analyzing recent market trends and consumer behavior, it shows that brand heritage alone is no longer enough to maintain
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The video explores the challenges faced by street vendors who sell watches on 47th Street, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit and determination required to succeed in a competitive urban environment. It captures the hustle of navigating regulations, attracting customers, and managing inventory while showcasing the personal stories behind the vendors'
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The Apiar Carbon1.0 OG is a pioneering sports watch that combines a 3D‑printed carbon‑fibre outer case with a Grade 23 titanium inner case, delivering an exceptionally lightweight yet robust construction. Leveraging Composite‑Based Additive Manufacturing, the watch achieves a high strength‑to‑weight ratio and features a
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F.P. Journe has introduced the Chronomètre Furtif ICM, a unique, one‑of‑a‑kind watch created to support the Paris Brain Institute (ICM). The piece maintains the robust design of the standard Chronomètre Furtif, featuring a 42 mm tungsten‑carbide case, black grand‑feu enamel dial, and a Cal.
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RGM Watch Co. revives the historic E.F. Bowman name by introducing the Model 501‑EFB, a modern reinterpretation of a 1920s Patek Philippe pocket watch that once belonged to Ezra F. Bowman & Sons. Drawing on the company’s Lancaster heritage, the new timepiece features a 39 mm stainless‑
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The collaboration between IFL Watches and Spinnaker results in the limited‑edition Spence Underwater Dancers, a hand‑painted dial that celebrates World Manta Ray Day. Featuring an indigo‑blue 40 mm stainless‑steel case, sapphire crystal, and a blue aluminum bezel, the watch showcases a vibrant underwater scene with manta
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Straum’s new Expedition watch builds on the brand’s nature‑inspired heritage while shifting focus to pure functionality for outdoor adventure. Crafted in Grade 5 titanium with a refined case, slimmer profile, and a robust stepped bezel, the watch offers a highly legible dial featuring block numerals, fluorescent orange
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The Tudor Northflag reappears in 2026 as a refined evolution of the original 2015 North Flag, retaining the iconic 40 mm case while reducing thickness and lug‑to‑lug length for a sleeker wrist presence. Its angular stainless‑steel case, brushed finish, and integrated bracelet preserve the tool‑watch aesthetic,
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The Stowa Fieldwatch Terra is a modern field‑watch interpretation that combines a 38 mm PVD‑coated stainless‑steel case with a textured matte green dial, offering a striking yet functional aesthetic. Powered by a reliable Sellita SW‑200 automatic movement with 26 jewels, a 38‑hour power reserve, and
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Northern Ireland‑based entrepreneur Nico Leonard van der Horst is rebranding his pre‑owned watch business, Pride & Pinion, under his own name as Nico Leonard Watches. The company, incorporated in December 2025, will replace the original brand that launched in 2019 and currently offers around 150 watches ranging from
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The Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 report reveals that consumers hold around 97,000 tonnes of gold and 790,000 tonnes of silver in watches and jewellery, a quantity exceeding the output of most active mines this decade. By leveraging recycled metals, repair, resale, and take‑back schemes, the industry
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The piece highlights a selection of notable watches currently up for auction, offering insight into their historical significance, design details, and estimated values. It begins with the Omega Suverän, a mid‑1940s Swedish‑funded model whose profits supported wartime defense spending, noting its stainless‑steel case, 30T2 movement, and a
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A unique white‑gold Cartier Cheich set a new auction record by selling for HKD 26,500,000 (approximately USD 3.4 million) at Sotheby’s Hong Kong on September 18 2026, far surpassing previous Cartier watch sales. Commissioned in 2010 by collector Giorgio Seragnoli, it is the only Cheich
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The Sotheby’s Hong Kong auction set a new record for Cartier watches when the unique white‑gold Cartier Cheich, a one‑off piece created in 2010 for Paris‑Dakar Rally champion Giorgio Seragnoli, sold for $3.4 million (HK$26.52 million). The Cheich, originally awarded to consecutive rally
