Philipp Riehr

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A Visit to the Nomos Glashütte Manufacture: Where Tradition and Transformation Tick in Harmony

Glashütte – the renowned town of German watchmaking – is home to Nomos, an innovator that has gained international acclaim for its minimalist design, aimed at achieving the maximum with minimal resources. During a visit to the manufacture, we had…

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A Visit to the McLaren Technology Centre with Richard Mille, Where Luxury Sports Cars Are Crafted by Hand

On 7 October 2024, Richard Mille unveiled its fourth watch developed as part of its ten-year partnership with McLaren. This watch aims to transfer the DNA of McLaren’s super sports cars into watchmaking and be in every way as extraordinary…

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Hermès Slim d’Hermès Flagship: A Maritime Ode in Gold

The Hermès Slim d’Hermès Flagship is a new addition to the collection of the French luxury goods manufacturer. This watch, produced in a limited edition of 12 pieces, features an engraved depiction of the Hermès flagship sailing through a starry…

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H. Moser x Bucherer: Three Exclusive Models for Admirers of Quiet Luxury

What lies at the heart of H. Moser watches? They boast bold colours, harmonious shapes, and minimalist designs that can be daring yet are always exquisitely crafted. These timepieces provide a refreshing alternative to ostentatious status symbols, oversized logos, and…

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Historic Deal: Formula 1 and LVMH Enter a Ten-Year Partnership

On 2 October, what had long been rumoured became a reality: LVMH and Formula 1 have entered into a partnership. As Formula 1 prepares for its 75th anniversary in 2025, this global partnership not only marks the end of one…

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The Most Expensive Audemars Piguet Watches of All Time

The history of the most expensive Audemars Piguet watches ever offered at auction is simultaneously a narrative of the brand’s greatest achievements, its illustrious heritage, and the most exquisite models it has produced throughout its long corporate history. The timepieces’…

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The Most Expensive Omega Wristwatches of All Time

The history of the most expensive Omega watches ever offered at auction is simultaneously a narrative of the brand’s greatest achievements, its illustrious heritage, and the most exquisite models it has produced throughout its long corporate history. The timepieces’ lofty…

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The Hublot Masterpiece Collection: Where Innovation Meets Extravagance

Launched in 2011, following the Big Bang, King Power, and Classic Fusion lines, Hublot’s Masterpiece (MP) collection marked the brand’s intensified focus on grand complications. Jean-Claude Biver, then CEO of Hublot, described the collection as the next step towards “more…

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The Stowa Pilot’s Watch: Modern History on the Wrist

The German watch brand Stowa has undergone an impressive range of developments over the course of its history. Around 1937, ten years after its foundation, Stowa began manufacturing watches in the Bauhaus style – a rarely implemented design at the…

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TAG Heuer Boutique Munich

Swisswatches is delighted to present the watch community with the industry’s very first ‘Boutique Travel Guide’. In this new segment, we will share not only the very best watch boutiques in town, but also the other most exciting things available…

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Audemars Piguet Novelties: Royal Oak DBW Openworked 37 and Frosted Gold Selfwinding 34

The Swiss Haute Horlogerie manufacture Audemars Piguet is introducing two new versions of the Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked and two new models of the Royal Oak Frosted Gold Automatic in 18-carat white or yellow gold. The new models…