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The AHCI (Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants) is a platform dedicated to promoting independent watchmaking, founded in 1985. With 36 current members and five candidates, it seeks to preserve the art of horology amid industrialization. The candidates, including Marco Guarino, Machiel Hulsman, Johannes Kallinich, Dann Phimphrachanh, and Maciej Misnik, each
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Movado has unveiled its 1917 Heritage Collection, a modern interpretation of its historical design ethos that seamlessly blends past and present. Drawing inspiration from the brand's early wristwatches, the collection features geometric shapes and proportions that remain relevant today. With endorsements from Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton, who
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The echo/neutra Rivanera Piccolo is an exciting new addition to the brand's lineup, building on the success of their previous model. This watch features a unique rectangular shape that has been refined to be smaller, squarer, and sportier, capturing a retro aesthetic reminiscent of the 1960s and
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A Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar watch serves as a significant symbol for a chef grappling with the complexities of menu creation at a New York restaurant. Amidst the challenges of infusing Australian and Asiatic flavors into the menu, the chef experiences tension over the necessity of including a burger,
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The feature highlights a selection of vintage watches currently available on eBay, showcasing unique finds such as the Seiko 6138-0049 Bullhead chronograph, which boasts a well-preserved condition with its original sales receipt, and the vintage Aquadive diver from the 1970s, noted for its distinctive black and gray bullseye dial and
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Not everything in Switzerland is trending upward, though. October export data landed with a thud, showing a 4.4% year-on-year decline to CHF 2.242 billion.
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Porsche Design has expanded its custom timepieces program to include new Cayenne models, showcasing its commitment to luxury and personalization. This initiative allows customers to create bespoke timepieces that reflect their individual style and connection to the iconic Porsche brand. The introduction of these models reinforces Porsche Design's
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The Horologists app aims to enhance the experience of modern watch collectors by integrating the buying and selling of pre-owned timepieces with features for cataloging, insuring, and tracking personal collections. Launched at Watches & Wonders, it collaborates with authorized retailers to provide a seamless platform for communication and transactions, allowing
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Swiss watch exports experienced a significant decline of 4.4% year-on-year in October, totaling 2.242 billion Swiss francs (CHF), as reported by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry. The majority of this decline came from wrist watches, which saw a 4.2% drop, bringing their value to CHF2.
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The watch bracelet has recently regained its allure amidst the prevalence of smartwatches, showcasing a blend of emotional and technical innovation. Major brands such as Rolex, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and Grand Seiko have introduced standout new bracelets that reflect craftsmanship, tradition, and modern engineering. For instance, the Rolex Perpetual 1908 features the
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The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Pink Gold Dial is a sophisticated timepiece featuring a 41.5 mm 18K pink gold case and a tone-on-tone pink gold dial that offers a classic aesthetic. This watch stands out with its remarkable legibility, enhanced by applied pink gold indices and light
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The RISC V calculator watch, known as the Antcalc, represents a nostalgic yet innovative blend of technology and design. Developed using the CH32V002A4M6 microcontroller, it features a small OLED display and operates with Reverse Polish Notation through a twelve-button keypad. Its compact size of 30 mm x 55 mm houses
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The Chopard Alpine Eagle has gained popularity since its launch in 2019, offering a range of models in four sizes: 33mm, 36mm, 41mm, and 44mm. Each model features a unique design with an integrated bracelet and advanced materials, including Lucent Steel A223, which contains a significant amount of recycled content.
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H. Moser & Cie has introduced the Streamliner Perpetual Moon Concept Meteorite, a sports watch that boasts an extraordinary moonphase accuracy of 1,027 years. This unique watch features a stunning meteorite dial made from a slice of the Gibeon meteorite, treated with a golden color and Moser’s signature
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The Bremont Altitude Perpetual Calendar GMT Mono-Pusher Skeleton showcases the brand's commitment to aviation-inspired tool watches, combining robust mechanics with elegant design. This limited edition features a 42mm grade 2 titanium Trip-Tick case, enhanced drainage capabilities, and a striking openworked blue dial that reveals the intricate Agenhor-developed movement.
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The Zenith Defy Extreme Lapis Lazuli watch is a bold and striking timepiece, characterized by its impressive 45mm wide and 15.4mm thick case made from two-tone stainless steel and yellow gold. Its design features sharp angles and a dramatic silhouette, enhanced by a highly polished finish that stands out
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The Cherry-and-Black Doxa SUB 300 Beta DWW 2025 Edition is a limited edition dive watch, featuring a contemporary design that combines matte black ceramic with a striking cherry red sunburst dial. With dimensions of 42.5mm in diameter and a slim profile of 11.95mm, the watch is crafted for
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The Arnold & Son Constant Force 11 Platinum Edition is a tribute watch that celebrates the friendship between two legendary watchmakers, Abraham-Louis Breguet and John Arnold. It combines Breguet's famous tourbillon escapement with Arnold's innovative constant force mechanism, creating a striking timepiece in a polished platinum
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At Dubai Watch Week, Rolex CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour announced that the brand will not significantly expand its own retail presence and will continue its collaboration with authorized dealers. Dufour emphasized that the acquisition of the Swiss-based Bucherer was a unique opportunity, stating that it only represents a small part of
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The review highlights five affordable dress watches that blend style with functionality, challenging the notion that elegance comes at a high cost. The Q Timex Reissue stands out for its nostalgic design and comfort, while the Seiko SRPE51 offers a refined aesthetic with a versatile grey dial. The Baltic MR01
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The Armin Strom One Week Skeleton in Rose Gold showcases the brand's commitment to visible mechanics and exquisite hand finishing. This limited edition watch, with only 50 pieces available, features a solid 18k rose gold case that maintains meticulous proportions. Measuring 41mm in diameter and 10.6mm in
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The TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph for the Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025 is a limited-edition watch that showcases a striking design inspired by the vibrant nightlife of Las Vegas. With a black DLC-coated Grade 2 titanium case, the watch features an open-worked dial that transitions from violet to deep blue,
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Rolex invests CHF 100 million annually to maintain its watchmaking technology, emphasizing its commitment to in-house production. The company refrains from outsourcing, opting instead to manufacture all components internally and assemble each watch by hand in its facilities in Bien and Geneva. CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour highlights that the average lifespan
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Hublot celebrates the 75th anniversary of Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons with two limited editions of the Big Bang watch, released in conjunction with the Dubai Watch Week. The Big Bang Titanium Grey features a 43mm titanium case with King Gold accents, a unique two-tone grey carbon fibre dial, and is
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The TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton for Las Vegas GP celebrates the excitement of night racing with its striking design and advanced features. Limited to 600 pieces, this watch features a 39mm black DLC-coated titanium case with an openworked dial that transitions from purple to deep blue, symbolizing the shift
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The Fratello Dress Watch Season concluded with the 34mm A. Lange & Söhne 1815 being crowned the best dress watch of 2025. Throughout the competition, readers voted on their favorite among 34 nominated watches, with the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 consistently defeating its competitors, including notable brands like Breguet
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The H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Perpetual Moon Concept Meteorite showcases a streamlined design that reflects the elegance of luxury sports watches, introduced in tandem with Dubai Watch Week 2025. This timepiece features a 40mm steel case with a sophisticated moon phase complication crafted from Gibeon meteorite, known for its
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The Frederique Constant Highlife Chronograph Automatic Bamford Special Edition is a limited release of just 100 pieces, showcasing a unique collaboration between Frederique Constant and Bamford Watch Department. The watch features a 41mm grade 2 titanium case, finished with a black DLC coating, providing a distinctive, non-uniform texture while ensuring
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Jean-Frédéric Dufour, CEO of Rolex, addressed concerns during the Dubai Watch Week, emphasizing that Bucherer, its retail partner since 2023, will not replace Rolex's existing wholesale partners. He highlighted the importance of these partnerships in building Rolex's success and stated that Bucherer is a small part
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The RZE UTD-8000-CKG represents a remarkable addition to the digital watch market, showcasing how smaller brands can effectively compete with established names. This model features a striking Cerakote green case, a black DLC bezel, and an amber display, all designed to enhance its military aesthetic. The watch maintains a 41mm