The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph Q9028651 in stainless steel, fourth view.

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

A good reputation is easily lost, but takes far longer to build. So when Jaeger-LeCoultre is often – and fondly – referred to today as the ‘watchmaker of watchmakers’, it may sound like a well-worn phrase, yet there are countless reasons and decades of history behind it. The current Polaris collection, including recent additions such…

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The Most Technically Advanced Watches at Watches & Wonders 2025

At Watches and Wonders 2025 in Geneva, there were some spectacular innovations and mechanical masterpieces on display. Among them were numerous complications, unprecedented displays, new solutions for well-known problems, a new escapement, and the most accurate mechanical wristwatch ever. Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Solaria Ultra Grande Complication: Most Complicated Wristwatch Vacheron Constantin sets a spectacular…

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W&W 2025: Parmigiani Fleurier Celebrates Eternity With The Toric Quantième Perpétuel

Watches & Wonders Geneva is a haven for watch lovers, where the most renowned brands and manufacturers unveil their latest creations, technical innovations, and imaginative designs for the first time. As journalists, we frequently experience these premieres during exhibitors' 'Touch & Try' sessions, which keep our schedules fully occupied throughout the watch industry's flagship event…

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The Best Chronographs With In-House Movements: Top Picks For Every Budget

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just beginning your journey into the world of haute horology, a chronograph with an in-house movement represents the pinnacle of traditional watchmaking excellence. That’s why we’ve created this carefully curated guide to showcase the best chronograph watches with in-house movements. From more affordable chronograph watch options to ultra-luxury masterpieces,…

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Quiet Luxury Watches: A Guide to Achieving Understated Style

Loro Piana, Sandro, Max Mara – brands synonymous with ‘quiet luxury’ in fashion are relatively easy to identify. But when it comes to watches, how does 'quiet luxury' manifest itself? Is every Swiss watchmaker capable of achieving it, or do certain companies inevitably carry certain associations? Can a brand known for emblazoning its logo across…

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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’ lofty prices are, in a sense, a reflection of the rich tradition they carry, and…

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