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Roger W. Smith OBE, a distinguished British watchmaker and former apprentice of George Daniels, will deliver a lecture at the Horological Society of New York in June 2026. The presentation will trace the evolution of the co‑axial escapement from Daniels’ early experiments in the 1970s through its modern refinements,
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The 2026 edition of Milano Watch Week and After Time will merge the two successful events into a single three‑day showcase from October 2nd to 4th at Milan’s historic Palazzo Mezzanotte. Set against the city’s iconic architecture and contemporary art, the gathering will bring together high‑horology
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The exclusive SoHo gathering, co‑hosted by Hodinkee, Gerald Charles, and Watches of Switzerland, marked the brand’s first U.S. showcase following the recent Watches & Wonders show. Attendees experienced a curated look at Gerald Charles’s heritage and new releases, including the bespoke Maestro GC39 Li Galli in
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Geneva Watch Days will take place in Geneva from September 2 to 6 2026, continuing its open, decentralized format that allows visitors direct access to brand CEOs, master watchmakers, and new product launches across the city. The seventh edition follows a successful 2025 gathering that attracted 66 brands, 14,000
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The Vancouver Timepiece Show returned for its second edition, bringing together a lively community of watch enthusiasts on the North Shore’s mountainous slopes. Hosted in the airy Shipyards of North Van, the event attracted roughly 3,000 visitors, marking a 20 % increase in attendance despite featuring fewer brands than
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London Watch Week is expanding its city‑wide format in June 2026, offering collectors and brands a hands‑on experience across Mayfair, Savile Row and other iconic locations. The event combines high‑complication showcases at Purdey, a Townhouse program featuring independent watchmakers, and a gala reception with Zenith at BMW
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Jaeger‑LeCoultre is presenting an immersive pop‑up exhibition titled “The Reverso Stories” in Miami’s Design District from May 21 to 31, 2026. Hosted at Sweet Bird North, the free event showcases four thematic chapters—Story of an Icon, Story of Design, Story of Innovation, and Story of Craftsmanship—
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The May 4th, 2026 edition of INDIES.NYC gathered ten independent high‑end artisan watchmakers and a community of collectors in a private luxury game room at Hudson Yards, Manhattan. The event emphasized intimate, direct interaction between makers and attendees, blending conversations about watches with casual activities such as bowling,
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Chronopolis 2026 marked the debut of the Chronopolis watch fair in Geneva, coinciding with the city’s Watches & Wonders event. Hosted at Les Halles de l’Île, the fair gathered collectors, journalists, and industry insiders, offering hands‑on experiences with emerging brands such as AWAKE, Baltic, Beaubleu, Dennison, Echo/
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Taste of Time returns for its third edition, gathering independent watchmakers from across the Netherlands for a two‑day showcase on May 29‑30, 2026. Hosted in a new, larger and centrally located venue, the event promises an expanded lineup of more than fifteen brands, offering presentations, new timepieces, and
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The 2026 Windup Watch Fair in San Francisco runs from May 1 to May 3 at the Gateway Pavilion in Fort Mason, offering free, open‑access entry and a vibrant mix of watch brands, sponsors, and activities. Over 80 international brands will showcase their timepieces alongside an extensive EDC Expo
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The “Coussin Tortue” single‑button chronograph by Audemars Piguet, serial number 41 849, is one of only three examples from the brand’s first batch of chronograph wristwatches. Housed in a platinum case with a two‑tone gold dial and powered by a LeCoultre movement, the piece was originally delivered
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The Geneva spring auction preview highlights the massive scale and impressive results of recent sales, noting a total of $52,875,885 from Sotheby’s Hong Kong auction, with standout pieces such as a Cartier London Crash nearing $2 million and a rare single‑button Patek chronograph selling for $1.
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The Miami Beach Antique Show 2026 offered an extensive showcase of vintage watches and diverse antiques, drawing collectors and dealers from around the world to the expansive Miami Beach Convention Center. Over six days, attendees explored a wide range of pieces, from iconic models like Paul Newman and 2499 watches
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The upcoming Horological Society of New York lecture on May 4, 2026, will feature Claude Greisler, Co‑Founder and Master Watchmaker of Armin Strom, who will discuss the brand’s breakthrough resonance technology demonstrated in the ARF15 caliber. Greisler will explain how the patented resonance clutch links two hairsprings to
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On April 10, 2026, Rado celebrated 40 years of the Integral model and its innovative use of ceramics at the Time+Tide New York Discovery Studio. The event marked a significant milestone for both the brand and the studio, which had faced numerous challenges before its successful opening. Andrew McUtchen
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Geneva Watch Week will take place from April 14th to 20th, featuring a celebration of horology that attracts watch brands, collectors, and enthusiasts from around the globe. The central event, Watches & Wonders, is the largest watch exhibition and showcases major brands like Rolex and Patek Philippe, alongside public days
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The event at the Windup Watch Shop's Brooklyn Showroom celebrated the synergy between watchmaking and writing instruments through a collaboration featuring Accutron and Esterbrook. Attendees engaged with Accutron's Spaceview 314 collection, discovering the intricacies of Tuning Fork technology while Esterbrook showcased a new fountain pen inspired
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Indies.NYC, a curated gathering focused on independent watchmaking, will return to New York City in 2026 with two exclusive events scheduled for May 4 and October 15 at Hudson Yards. Founded by Belgian collector Jon Cruys, the salon offers an intimate setting for around 350 guests, facilitating direct interaction
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The Tudor Library & Lounge at the Time+Tide London Watch Discovery Studio hosted an engaging and community-driven collectors' event, marking a significant occasion for Tudor enthusiasts. With around 115 attendees, the atmosphere was lively and participatory, showcasing not just displays of watches but personal stories from collectors. The
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Wilsons Auctions is hosting a Luxury Auction featuring an impressive selection of high-end timepieces and luxury goods, including a standout Richard Mille RM11-03. This model signifies a major evolution in the brand's offerings, showcasing a unique design with an 18ct rose gold and grade 5 titanium casing, an
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The BLADE Show Texas marks the beginning of a trilogy of events focused on blades and gear, taking place annually in Fort Worth before moving to Atlanta and Salt Lake City. Attendees eagerly lined up hours before the show opened, eager to secure rare items, highlighting the enthusiasm surrounding the
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Hands On Horology is returning for 2026, taking place at Protein Studios in Shoreditch on June 13. The event will showcase over 45 watch brands, including both British microbrands and renowned Swiss names, allowing attendees to experience watches that are typically not available in retail stores. Visitors will have the
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The 24 Karat Club of the City of New York has returned to the Waldorf Astoria for its Annual Banquet, a significant event in the jewelry and watch industry. Held on March 16, the gathering brought together leaders and key figures to celebrate craftsmanship and connections within the community. This
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Time to Watches is set to return for its fifth year during Geneva Watch Week in April 2026, taking place at Villa Sarasin and expanding into a watchmaking "Village" that includes various new spaces. This evolution aims to create a more fluid and curated experience while maintaining a
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The third annual British Watchmaker’s Day took place on March 7th, showcasing a vibrant atmosphere filled with brands and attendees eager to engage with the exciting world of watches. Both Zach Kazan and another attendee had previously been to all three years of the event, emphasizing the unique appeal
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On March 11, 2026, Oracle Time hosted an evening event at Shoreditch’s Curve Club in collaboration with Studio Underd0g, celebrating the watch brand's "Assembled in Britain" campaign. Guests had the opportunity to engage with the campaign's video and interact with key figures, including
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Chronopolis is set to debut its inaugural watch fair in Geneva from April 14 to 18, 2026, marking a departure from traditional formats by creating a unique and design-focused atmosphere at Les Halles de l’Île. With a partnership with Chrono24, the fair emphasizes openness and accessibility in watch collecting,
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The British Watchmakers’ Day 2026 showcased a vibrant mix of watch enthusiasts and collectors, where attendees had the opportunity to display their favorite timepieces. Notable moments included a unique pairing of a pink arm cast with a Tudor Black Bay Chrono Pink and a vintage Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. Mr
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The Horological Society of New York (HSNY) has announced the auction lots for its 160th Anniversary Gala, scheduled for March 21, 2026, at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. The charity auction, presented by Sotheby's, will feature an array of unique items, including rare timepieces and bespoke
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The 24 Karat Club of the City of New York is set to return to the Waldorf Astoria for its annual banquet on March 14, 2026, marking a significant homecoming after the hotel's renovation. Under the leadership of Club President Steven Lagos, the organization aims to broaden its
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The third annual British Watchmakers’ Day is set to take place on March 7, 2026, at Lindley Hall in Westminster, London, featuring a record 48 brands. Among these, 26 will present exclusive limited-edition timepieces, with each brand limited to producing 50 pieces to encourage attention on smaller brands. Attendees can
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Citizen is celebrating 50 years of its revolutionary Eco-Drive technology, which has transformed light-powered timekeeping since its inception in the 1970s. This event, held on March 18, 2025, at the Citizen Flagship Store in New York City, offers an engaging opportunity to explore the legacy and future of Eco-Drive. Attendees
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Sébastian Vivas, director of the Audemars Piguet Museum since 2012, will deliver a lecture at the Horological Society of New York on March 2, 2026. The talk will delve into the history and operations of the Audemars Piguet brand, including how the Heritage team organizes and studies the brand'
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Citizen is celebrating 50 years of its Eco-Drive technology, which revolutionized light-powered timekeeping since its inception in the 1970s. This innovative philosophy allows watches to be powered by various light sources, from sunlight to artificial lighting, emphasizing practical innovation and longevity. To mark this milestone, an event is scheduled for
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The Windup Watch Fair in Dallas is set to take place from March 13 to March 15, 2026, at the Hickory Street Annex, offering free admission and parking. This premier event for watch enthusiasts will showcase over 40 brands, including notable sponsors like Christopher Ward, Junghans, and Oris, each presenting
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WatchPro has announced an exciting lineup of panelists for the inaugural Women in Watches event, scheduled for March 6 in New York. This event aims to foster open discussions about the achievements and roles of women in the watch industry, inviting both men and women to participate. The event will
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Seiko is set to host an exhibition titled "Power Design Project Presents: Passionately and Obsessively Crafted Watches" in Tokyo from March 14th to 29th, 2026. This event marks the fourth edition of the Power Design Project, originally active from 2001 to 2009 and revived in 2022, aiming to
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WatchPro is hosting the inaugural Women in Watches event in London on March 2, 2026, featuring eight prominent women from the watch industry as panelists. The event aims to foster open discussions about the achievements and roles of women in the sector, inviting retail leaders, brand executives, and media professionals
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London Watch Week is set to return for its second year, scheduled to take place from June 2 to June 6, 2026. Following a successful inaugural event, the gathering aims to bring together prestigious watch brands, independent makers, retailers, collectors, and enthusiasts across various venues in London. The event, organized
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The Horological Society of New York (HSNY) is set to conduct award-winning horological education classes in various cities, including Washington, D.C., Atlanta, and Chicago. The classes will take place over the weekends of March 14-15 in Washington, hosted by Tiny Jewel Box, March 28-29 in Atlanta, hosted by the
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The Windup Watch Fair is returning to Dallas for its second consecutive year, expanding to a three-day weekend from March 13 to 15, 2026. The event will take place at the Hickory Street Annex, a beautifully restored venue that combines historic charm with modern aesthetics. Over 40 watch brands will
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Bonhams is set to host a live auction of luxury watches in London on February 25, 2026, featuring 143 curated lots that include both vintage and modern timepieces. A highlight of the sale is a rare military Rolex Submariner, reference 5513/5517, from around 1975, specifically customized for the British
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The upcoming British Watchmakers’ Day in March 2026 is set to showcase 48 UK-based brands, making it a significant event for watch enthusiasts. Among the highlights are limited edition releases from 26 brands, each made in editions of no more than 50 to ensure exclusivity. Notable pieces include the Christopher
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On February 6, 2026, the Windup Watch Shop showroom in Brooklyn buzzed with excitement as Oris and Worn & Wound celebrated the launch of the Big Crown Pointer Date “Bullseye.” Despite the cold weather, watch enthusiasts and first-time buyers gathered to experience the new release. Attendees interacted with Oris executives,
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Van Cleef & Arpels is showcasing its unique approach to watchmaking through the "Poetry of Time" exhibition in Hong Kong, which runs until February 8, 2026. The exhibition immerses visitors in the brand's creative universe, featuring a blend of archival and contemporary creations, including fine jewelry
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Patek Philippe is set to host the Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Milan from October 2 to 18, 2026, marking the seventh installment of its prestigious series. This exhibition will take place at the Palazzo delle Scintille, a historic Art Deco landmark, and promises to be the largest presentation of
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Chronopolis is a new watch event set to launch in Geneva from April 14 to 18, 2026, coinciding with Watches and Wonders. This event aims to create a unique atmosphere focused on design and creativity, showcasing 20 independent brands in an open, industrial space at Les Halles de l’Île.
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In 2026, WatchPro will launch its inaugural Women in Watches event, designed to celebrate the contributions of women in the American watch industry, a space traditionally dominated by men. Set to take place in New York on March 6th, just before International Women’s Day, this breakfast gathering will provide
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India Watch Weekend successfully concluded its second edition in Mumbai, co-founded by Karishma Karer and Punit Mehta. The event aimed to create a space for experiencing and discussing watches in an Indian context, moving beyond mere spectacle to foster access and conversation. This year featured a diverse mix of established