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Unlocking the Treasure Trove:
Swisswatches Visits Cartier’s Métiers d'Art 

A vast structure of concrete and glass forms Cartier’s manufacture in the UNESCO World Heritage Site watchmaking town of La Chaux-le-Fonds. Across the panes of glass, which reveal only the subtlest glimpse into the world of watchmaking on the other side, the unmistakable cursive Cartier logo spreads itself across the austere building’s exterior, alongside the printed words: Manufacture de Haute Horlogerie. It’s an imposing…

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Les Rééditions: The Cartier Tank Cintrée in Platinum

Cartier is introducing a platinum version of its Tank Cintrée, in a special edition that makes up part of the brand's Les Rééditions. Les Rééditions are sought-after watches that Cartier creates with its collectors in mind. Following re-editions such as the Pasha Calendrier Perpétuel and last year's Pebble watch, this 2023 piece makes a return…

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A Splash of Colour: Zenith DEFY 21 Chroma II 

After presenting the colourful DEFY 21 Chroma Limited Edition at LVMH Watch Week last year, Zenith has now launched two new limited editions with their own colour concept. Technical precision and chromatic design meet once again in the Zenith Defy 21 Chroma II, which is housed in a black or white ceramic case. The case Coming…

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One For The Divers: Tudor Introduces the Pelagos FXD in Black Titanium

After waiting with bated breath, Tudor fans around the world may now breathe a collective sigh of relief as the Swiss watch manufacture reveals its latest release: the new Pelagos FXD. In homage to the decades of Tudor watches worn on the wrist of US naval divers, the Swiss horology house is introducing this new…

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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” BMG: What is Bulk Metallic Glass?

Audemars Piguet is presenting an innovative addition to its Royal Oak collection. This new Royal Oak "Jumbo" Extra-Thin builds on the tradition of the iconic Royal Oak line, but at the same time presents a new fusion of materials: titanium and Bulk Metallic Glass (BMG). On the occasion of the annual Only Watch fundraising campaign,…

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The Ultimate Guide to Zenith’s El Primero

Most of the young watch collectors of today are looking for the names of famous watch models. This is perfectly fair, given these names were created to be remembered. But anyone who takes a closer look at superstars such as the Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex, the Nautilus by Patek Philippe, or the Royal Oak by…

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Breitling Introduces the Navitimer 36 Alongside Actress Charlize Theron

Two new sizes, radiant mother-of-pearl dials, lab-grown diamonds, and actress Charlize Theron heading the new campaign: say hello to the new Breitling Navitimer 32 and 36 mm. A whole army of the manufacture's most popular and iconic pilot's watch are joining the collection in a range of new designs, from red-gold and steel to two-tone…

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Roger Dubuis Introduces The Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph Revuelto – The Watch For The New Lamborghini

On the occasion of the presentation of the Lamborghini Revuelto, the first electrified super sports car with V12 hybrid drive, Roger Dubuis is introducing the fifth generation of its famed chronograph. Inspired by the colours and aerodynamic curves of its motorised role model, the new Excalibur Spider Revuelto Flyback Chronograph once again demonstrates the strong…

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Golden Hour: Vacheron Constantin Introduces a New Overseas 35 mm

Vacheron Constantin has been in the limelight recently thanks to the introduction of numerous exciting models - from the successfully resurrected 222 to the one-of-kind Les Cabinotiers Armillary Tourbillon. Now, however, Vacheron is setting its sights on expanding the maison's trusty Overseas collection by introducing a new rose-gold model in a 35 mm case. Why…

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Richard Mille RM 30-01 Automatic With Declutchable Rotor

Richard Mille is known for technical finesse beyond the norm. Now, the brand is launching the RM 30-01 featuring a declutchable rotor in two versions. Its movement automatically stops the winding as soon as the maximum power reserve is reached. This prevents the barrel from overwinding, which in turn improves accuracy. The RM 30-01 follows…

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Combining Speed and Precision: TAG Heuer Carrera Chronosprint x Porsche 

Sixty years ago, Porsche presented the first Porsche 911 model, then known as the Porsche 901. The agile car, with its unmistakable silhouette, could accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 9.1 seconds and quickly became a status symbol. In the same year, 1963, TAG Heuer also launched a model that still defines the brand today: the Carrera. Taking…

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Lunch With: Longines CEO Matthias Breschan

Matthias Breschan, the CEO of Longines – one of the most successful watch brands in the Swatch Group – travelled from Zurich to Sylt, Germany's northernmost island, especially for this day. The occasion was the brand's new pop-up installation, taking place at the seaside resort of Kampen this summer. We took the opportunity to meet…

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