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Visiting Oak & Oscar’s headquarters in Chicago offered a rare glimpse into the brand’s blend of watchmaking craftsmanship and welcoming atmosphere. The lounge, filled with Chicago memorabilia, vintage ads, and a cozy Eames chair, creates a relaxed space where guests feel instantly at home, while the adjoining production
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German watchmaking began in the early 16th century when locksmith‑clockmaker Peter Henlein of Nuremberg created the first pocket‑size timepieces, known as Nuremberg Eggs. These early portable watches used mainsprings and verge escapements, but suffered from poor accuracy until the balance‑spring was introduced in the late‑1600s. The
New Watches
Lorige’s X InterEuropol Competition BL‑Endurance watch blends high‑performance motorsport heritage with luxury watchmaking. Crafted from genuine Carbon/Carbon brake pads harvested from victorious LMP2 race cars, each case carries laser‑etched details of the specific race, car and result, creating a tangible link to the track. The
Rolex puts a price on ownership, independents rethink the dial, and the auction market asks what originality is really worth.
Security concerns, changing retail relationships and extraordinary craftsmanship raise a simple question: how much freedom does your watch give you to enjoy it?
Rolex expands its retail reach, affordable watches challenge familiar assumptions, and a platinum Hermès asks collectors to put a price on individuality.
Audemars Piguet puts its name behind pre-owned trading, independents reveal their mechanics, and auction bidders put confidence to the test.
Zenith moves upmarket, eight Rolexes fail to sell, and collectors ask what luxury is worth when it is time to cash out.
From a multimillion-dollar Patek collection to affordable watches with attitude, today’s issue explores what gives a watch an identity worth owning.
New Watches
Casio introduces the CMK-100, an affordable titanium watch that brings the brand’s new Tudor Ranger vibe to a broader audience. Featuring a sleek titanium case, the timepiece blends durability with a modern aesthetic, positioning itself as a standout option in the New Watches category. Released on November 2
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Watchonista shares its staff’s favorite timepieces among the 84 GPHG 2026 finalists, highlighting standout pieces across fourteen categories. The selections feature Konstantin Chaykin’s ultra‑thin ThinKing Mystery, TAG Heuer’s innovative Monaco Evergraph chronograph, and Piaget’s gem‑laden Swinging Pebble pendant watch, each praised for unique design,
New Watches
Direnzo’s DRZ 08 Cosmonaire GMT marks the brand’s first foray into GMT watches, combining a space‑age aesthetic with practical travel features. Housed in a 39 × 46 mm stainless‑steel case—available in polished or gold‑PVD finishes—the watch sports an elliptical bezel, layered dial and domed
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The review presents the OMEGA Railmaster as the ideal starter watch for new collectors, emphasizing its classic design, reliable functionality, and excellent value. It highlights how the timepiece combines heritage aesthetics with modern features, making it a compelling choice for those beginning their watch collection. By analyzing the watch’s
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The video showcases emerging watch designs poised to become future classics, offering insight into upcoming trends that will shape the evolution of the watch industry. It highlights innovative aesthetics and technological advancements that set these pieces apart from current standards. By analyzing the featured timepieces, viewers gain a deeper understanding
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Marteau & Co’s “The Blueprint” auction showcases a collection of independent watches unified by blue‑toned designs, ranging from limited‑edition collaborations to historic reinterpretations. Highlights include the Louis Erard × Vianney Halter Futur Antérieur Azur, a compact version of the 1998 Antiqua with dual Sellita SW100 movements; Vianney Halter’
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The HTD Hesagraph RitmoCorsa is a limited‑edition 39 mm chronograph that celebrates the brand’s five‑year partnership with the Italian Scuderia HTD RitmoCorsa racing team. Its standout feature is a vivid red enameled dial with three white sub‑dials, luminous indexes and hands, and a polished stainless‑steel
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The review highlights Casio’s new entry‑level G‑Shock GWBX5600, which combines a memory‑in‑pixel (MIP) display, solar charging, multi‑band atomic radio control, and Bluetooth connectivity at a price under $200. By integrating features previously reserved for higher‑end models—such as a high‑contrast MIP screen,
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The video examines how Certified Pre‑Owned (CPO) Rolex watches are marketed as a quick way to profit, revealing that many sales are structured to take advantage of buyers seeking luxury timepieces at reduced prices. By highlighting common tactics such as inflated resale values, limited‑time offers, and opaque warranty
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The video examines which watches are expected to retain or increase their value throughout 2026, offering insights for collectors and investors seeking reliable assets in the luxury timepiece market. It highlights specific models and brands that demonstrate strong resale potential, as well as factors such as rarity, condition, and market
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The rising prices of watches reflect broader market dynamics, where scarcity, brand prestige, and increasing demand from collectors drive values higher. Trends show that limited‑edition releases and vintage pieces are attracting investors who view timepieces as alternative assets, leading to sustained price growth across various segments. Buyers are now
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Tad Kozh was created as an incubator for heritage craftsmanship, pairing independent watchmakers with master artisans who are given complete artistic freedom. By producing limited‑edition collaborations, the initiative generates revenue that directly funds competitions, tooling, and mentorship for emerging talent, ensuring a sustainable pathway for young independent watchmakers. The
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The piece explores the enduring fascination with skull-themed watches, tracing their roots from 17th‑century memento mori pocket watches to contemporary haute‑horlogerie. It explains how early form watches used skull shapes to remind wearers of mortality, and how modern brands reinterpret the motif through both sculptural cases and
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Patina and prestige emerge as watchmaking’s subtle storytelling, where age, wear, and environmental exposure transform dials, bezels, and cases into unique visual signatures. Tropical dials acquire warm brown tones after prolonged UV exposure, while spider dials develop delicate web‑like cracks, both reflecting the unpredictable journey of each piece.
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The CVSTOS Challenge Autodromo and Challenge Monaco are limited‑edition carbon‑cased watches that celebrate the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend. Both models share the lightweight tonneau case of the Khachanov Carbon, measuring 53.70 mm × 41 mm and weighing only about 50 grams, with 50‑meter water resistance, a
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The De Bethune DB25 Digitale revives the brand’s celebrated jumping‑hour complication with a modern, futuristic design. Housed in a polished grade‑5 titanium 42 mm case, the watch features short, open‑worked lugs and a highly intricate dial composed of concentric rings, blued titanium elements, and a spherical
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The O&HoraPictor Smoked Ocean Volcano Grey watch blends traditional enamel craftsmanship with modern design, offering a 38 mm case, 45.5 mm lug‑to‑lug fit and a hand‑formed silver‑leaf dial coated in layered translucent grey enamel. Its automatic Sellita SW200 movement runs at 28,800
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The episode examines the anticipated reduction of the Rolex waiting list, highlighting how this shift could alter market dynamics and provide prospective buyers with earlier opportunities to acquire coveted timepieces. Insights discuss the factors contributing to the decline, including changes in production, distribution, and consumer demand, suggesting a more accessible
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The piece highlights a selection of notable watches currently appearing in auctions and sales, ranging from vintage dive pieces to rare jump‑hour regulators. It mentions the Pinko Vincent Calabrese Baladin, a whimsical jump‑hour watch with French‑letter hour markers, and the Royce Automatic Professional Marine, a chrome‑plated
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The comparison evaluates the Mido Ocean Star 200 and the Oris Aquis New York Harbor II as everyday Swiss dive watches. The Mido, priced around $990, offers an 80‑hour power reserve, a refined three‑link bracelet, sapphire crystal with dual anti‑reflective coating, and 200 m water resistance. Its
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The Tissot PRX Quartz Chronograph revitalizes the popular PRX line by adding a high‑value quartz chronograph complication at an approachable price. Housed in a 41 mm stainless‑steel case that is slimmer and lighter than its mechanical counterpart, the watch offers a comfortable fit for moderate wrists while retaining
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The Greubel Forsey GMT Balancier Convexe in Blue is a limited‑edition, manually‑wound mechanical watch that combines a striking deep‑blue titanium case with a multi‑tiered dial featuring a rotating 3‑D globe, GMT and second‑time‑zone displays, day‑night indicator, power‑reserve gauge and small‑seconds
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The Istanbul Watch Festival 2026 transformed QNB Terminal Kadıköy into a vibrant hub for watch enthusiasts, collectors, and industry professionals over two days in early October. Organized by Türk Saat Kulübü and coinciding with World Watch Day, the event attracted more than 11,500 registrants and welcomed over 7,500
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George Daniels 100: “The Genesis of Artisanal Watchmaking” will be the centerpiece of IAMWATCH 2026, held at The Singapore EDITION from 12 to 15 November, with public days from 13 to 15 November. The exhibition, presented by Phillips with Bacs & Russo and The Hour Glass, brings together an unprecedented
New Watches
The Oceaneva Dodeca‑Trench 6000 m Grade 5 Titanium GMT Dive Watch is a robust, all‑purpose tool watch designed for extreme depth and global travel. Housed in a 44 mm, 18.95 mm thick Grade 5 titanium case, it offers a remarkable 6000 m (600 bar) water resistance, thanks
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Inhorgenta, Europe’s premier platform for jewelry, watches, and gemstones, will take place from February 19 to 22 2027 in Munich, gathering decision‑makers, buyers, retailers, brands and manufacturers from around the world. The four‑day event will feature 900 exhibitors representing over 1,200 brands, more than 25,000
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The video explores a significant issue within a watch collection, detailing how various factors can lead to problems that affect both the functionality and value of the pieces. It examines common pitfalls such as improper storage, lack of regular maintenance, and the challenges of authenticating and preserving high-end timepieces,
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The video explores the history of a renowned watch brand, highlighting its origins, key innovations, and the legacy that has made it stand out in the luxury timepiece market. It delves into the milestones that shaped the brand’s reputation, showcasing how its designs and engineering have evolved over the
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The video delivers an essential update on Nomos’s Ice Blue Metro Date Power Reserve and Metro Neomatik 41, outlining the latest specifications and performance data that matter to watch collectors and enthusiasts. It highlights improvements in power reserve, accuracy, and design details, offering insight into how these models evolve
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The piece examines the recent challenges confronting Rolex, highlighting how the brand’s difficulties reflect broader shifts within the luxury watch market. It delves into factors such as supply constraints, evolving consumer preferences, and heightened competition that are reshaping the industry’s landscape. By analyzing these dynamics, the discussion offers
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The upcoming Christie's auction in Geneva this November will showcase a curated selection of rare and historically significant watches, offering collectors a unique opportunity to acquire pieces that represent both exceptional craftsmanship and notable provenance. Featuring timepieces that span various eras and brands, the event highlights the evolving
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The video provides a market update focused on the watch industry, highlighting current trends and factors influencing the decision to sell a timepiece. It examines pricing dynamics, demand fluctuations, and the optimal timing for listing a watch to achieve the best return. Viewers receive practical advice on preparing a watch
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Patek Philippe’s UK operation achieved a record £301 million in sales for the most recent financial year, driven by strong demand and an increased proportion of higher‑value items. Turnover grew by 11% year‑on‑year, while the boutique’s sales rose 28.1% to £106 million, reflecting successful
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The Hautlence Kubera Series 1 FB60‑ST00 is a square‑shaped jump‑hour watch that blends cubist-inspired design with practical wearability. Its olive‑green dial features a turquoise hour disc and a minute‑indicating disc without markers, while a window at 12 o’clock displays the instantaneous jump‑hour
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The rise in prices of entry‑level mechanical watches has made them increasingly unaffordable for many enthusiasts, while the market for Swiss watches overall continues to shrink. Mechanical pieces now often cost significantly more than a decade ago, and their maintenance expenses can exceed the purchase price. At the same
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The piece showcases ten of the most unsettling watches released for Halloween, highlighting each model’s distinctive spooky aesthetics and technical specifications. From Swatch’s Simpsons‑inspired Aye Carumboo with its skeletal Bart Simpson design to the Behrens × Chaykin Kremlin Edition featuring blood‑red flecks and eerie eyes, the selection
New Watches
The new Louis Erard × Vianney Halter Futur Antérieur reinterprets the iconic Antiqua’s riveted, porthole‑styled sub‑dials in a more accessible 38 mm stainless‑steel case. Designed in collaboration with American artist Jeff Barnes, the watch features two raised, gold‑plated (or rhodium‑plated) sub‑dials that protrude from
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The recent dive‑watch market offers a diverse selection of standout models, each bringing its own character and technical strengths. Panerai’s limited‑edition Luminor Firenze 8 Giorni celebrates a century of the brand’s Florence boutique with a stainless‑steel 44 mm case, 300 m depth rating, and a
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Louis Erard’s collaboration with independent designer Vianney Halter results in the Futur Antérieur, a regulator‑style watch that blends the aesthetic of Halter’s Antiqua perpetual calendar with affordable pricing. Built on a 38 mm stainless‑steel case, the watch houses a pair of Sellita SW100 automatic movements—one
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The first numbered Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph ref. 3970 returns to Geneva for Sotheby’s Important Watches sale, highlighting its historic significance as the inaugural example of the brand’s Lemania‑based movement series. Originally sold in 1987, the watch bears the lowest‑numbered movement (no. 875’000) and
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Stopping Time showcases a curated selection of 16 vintage Rolex chronographs from the Pucci Papaleo collection, presented by Phillips as part of the Geneva Watch Auction XXIV in early November 2026. The watches span from the 1930s to the 1970s, illustrating the evolution of Rolex’s chronograph designs, including early
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The story showcases a single versatile watch that can replace an entire collection, emphasizing the convenience of consolidating multiple timepieces into one functional piece. By highlighting the significant time savings and streamlined experience, it presents the watch as a practical solution for enthusiasts seeking simplicity without sacrificing style. Through a
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Rolex puts a price on ownership, independents rethink the dial, and the auction market asks what originality is really worth.
New Watches
The Citizen Series 8 GMT NB6092‑01E combines heritage Damascus steel with modern forged‑carbon dial in a bold, limited‑edition watch. Housed in a 41 mm yellow‑gold‑plated case with a bidirectional 24‑hour bezel, it features a true GMT automatic movement (calibre 9054) offering a 50‑hour
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Microbrands represent a diverse and growing segment of the watch community, characterized by small-scale operations that often blend traditional craftsmanship with modern production methods. While the term once implied modest size, limited output, and niche funding models, it now encompasses a wide range of price points, design aesthetics, and
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The video explores the strategic choices a CEO faces when leading a watch brand, emphasizing decisions that shape brand identity, market positioning, and growth. It examines how leadership can balance heritage and innovation to create compelling products that resonate with consumers while navigating competitive pressures. Insights are offered on building
