Independent Watchmakers Showcase New Creations at The Hour Glass IAMWATCH Summit
The Hour Glass’ IAMWATCH symposium in Singapore brought together leading independent watchmakers, established maisons and emerging talent to showcase new pieces and discuss the sector’s future. Special editions highlighted inventive complications, fine hand-finishing and artistic techniques, from Mathieu Cleguer’s proprietary escapement and Raúl Pagès’ mother-of-pearl RP2 to Krayon’s hand-painted magnolia dial and Ulysse Nardin’s purple enamel Freak S. The launches underscored independent watchmaking’s growing influence, with makers combining distinctive design, technical skill and traditional crafts. By connecting watchmakers with collectors, press and commercial support, The Hour Glass is helping IAMWATCH develop into a working summit and a platform for the next generation of industry innovators.
Buying Time Analysis: This story matters because IAMWATCH gives established and emerging independent watchmakers a platform, commercial support, and an informed audience, helping shape the sector’s future and spotlight its next generation of award winners.
