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    The Grand Seiko Evolution 9 collection SLGB006 Ice Forest at Dawn on the wrist.
    Editorial

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    Novelties

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    Editorial

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    Novelties

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Alexander Stilcken

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The IWC Ingenieur IW344904 is shown from the front and back.
Editorial

Watches & Wonders 2026: IWC’s New Releases

IWC presents its new Perpetual Calendar, Ceralume and striking new Engineer models, straight from Schaffhausen.

  • 15 Apr 2026
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The IWC Pilot’s Venturer Vertical Drive is shown from the front.
Editorial

IWC Pilot’s Venturer Vertical Drive: Embracing new Beginnings

The new IWC Pilot’s Venturer Vertical Drive: A futuristic space watch for the new space age. A closer look at its design, technology and vision.

  • 15 Apr 2026
  • 6 min
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The Universal Genève Compax Prêt-à-Porter Ref. UGCO001.
Editorial

Universal Genève Compax: The Story of the “Nina” Continues

The Universal Genève Compax returns, linking the story of the Nina with a classical chronograph aesthetic and a contemporary technical execution.

  • 08 Apr 2026
  • 5 min
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The Universal Genève Polerouter Date Prêt-à-Porter Collection Ref. UGPO001.
Editorial

The Beginning of Everything: The New Universal Genève Polerouter

The Universal Genève Polerouter returns in 2026 with 11 variants – from steel to rose gold, featuring a micro-rotor calibre and a refined Genta design.

  • 08 Apr 2026
  • 6 min
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The Porsche Design Timepieces manufacture Grenchen Switzerland outside view.
Manufacture

A House For The Future: The New Porsche Design Timepieces Manufacture in Grenchen

Insights into the Porsche Design Timepieces Manufacture: production, personalisation, and strategy behind watchmaking in Grenchen.

  • 01 Apr 2026
  • 5 min
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The Audemars Piguet novelties 2026.
Editorial

Audemars Piguet Novelties 2026: A Bold Start Into The New Year

Audemars Piguet novelties 2026 are presented in Switzerland at the ‘Audemars Piguet Social Club’. We had a closed look at the 22 references.

  • 03 Feb 2026
  • 11 min
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The MB&F M.A.D. House and CEO Maximilian Büsser.
Editorial

MB&F – A Watch Brand And Its Galaxy of Ideas

Max Büsser founded MB&F 20 years ago. To mark the anniversary, we spoke to the founder and his creative director Max Maertens about their success.

  • 11 Dec 2025
  • 14 min
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Interview With Alexandre Ghotbi From Phillips on The Auction Market: „Watches Will Compete With Picassos“

Interview With Alexandre Ghotbi Phillips head of the watch business for Europe and the Middle East on the auction market.

  • 03 Dec 2025
  • 8 min
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Parmigiani Toric Petite Seconde and Quantième Perpétuel in Rose Gold - Wristshot
Editorial

Simply Stunning! The Parmigiani Fleurier Toric

We are taking a closer look at the classic design and history behind Parmigiani Fleurier's Toric Petite Seconde and the Quantième Perpétuel.

  • 12 Nov 2025
  • 5 min
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Patek Philippe Rare Handcrafts 2025 Collection - the most important Highlights
Editorial

Patek Philippe Rare Handcrafts 2025: The Evolution of Artistic Craftsmanship

Patek Philippe Rare Handcrafts 2025: Enamel art, marquetry and miniature painting showcased on dome clocks, pocket watches and wristwatches.

  • 25 Aug 2025
  • 9 min
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The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph Q9028651 in stainless steel, fourth view.
Editorial

The Polaris Collection: Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Path to the Tool Watch

Discover the versatility of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris – from its military origins to modern chronographs and perpetual calendars.

  • 28 Jul 2025
  • 7 min
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The outside view of the Victoria and Albert Museum London Cartier exhibition
Editorial

Very British And Très Cartier – The Maison And Its London History

Cartier is showcasing the most important watches in the history of the Maison in an exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London until 16 November.

  • 22 Jul 2025
  • 6 min
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