Sustainability in the Swiss Watch Industry: Part 1 – Mining and Materials

The subject of sustainability remains a difficult – and even taboo – topic in the world of luxury goods. Despite arguably being inherently sustainable due to their longevity, Swiss watches do fall into this category of premium products. Therefore, it is the responsibility of those in the industry – as well as consumers – to…

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ONLY WATCH 2021: The Highlights

Switzerland's watch manufactures have presented their unique pieces for the Only Watch Auction 2021. The Only Watch initiative annually auctions off extraordinary timepieces, which have been produced solely for this event. The proceeds go towards research on Duchenne muscular dystrophy. This year's auction will take place on 6 November 2021 in cooperation with Christie's in…

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In The Metal: Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda Tondagraph GT

Whatever their shape or form, all watches tell us the time. But aside from this highly handy function, which two complications prove the most useful in everyday life? According to Parmigiani Fleurier, the answer is: an annual calendar and a chronograph. These are the two functions that define the Swiss horology house's new limited edition…

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In The Metal: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Models 2021 (And How to Wear Them)

This year, 188-year-old Jaeger-LeCoultre is celebrating 90 years of its most iconic model, the Reverso. We want to take you on a journey to discover the watch's fascinating history, before introducing you to the bold and beautiful new watches themselves. Given the bright colour schemes, we'll also give tips on how to style these unusual…

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Five Incredible New Bicompax Chronographs For Under 10,000 Euros

What establishes a bicompax chronograph from a "normal" one? Principally, a bicompax chronograph (as the name suggests) has not three, but rather only two subdial counters. Along with this year's trend for green dial watches, the horology world is also seeing a resurgence of bicompax chronographs, which have been on the scene since the 20th…

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