Fifty years young, the Japanese digital watch is as desirable as ever, says a superfan
India becomes hot ticket for Swiss watchmakers; western brands are working closely with Chinese artists; high-tech lumes brightening up the face of watch design; the tools and ideas driving an intaglio renaissance
High-end H Moser’s tie-up with playful upstart Studio Underd0g is not its first poke at the industry
The watchmaker’s chief executive believes a new Indian owner and a long history of selling in the country are big advantages
This is the first mechanical timepiece that can set daylight saving for world timezones with a press of the crown
The Australian has a fascination for pilot watches and what they signify as pieces of history
The Dubai Watch Week Horology Forum’s focus on the art of watchmaking, rather than sales, attracts a wide range of enthusiasts
Watches and jewellery head Frédéric Grangié on securing Swiss manufacturing expertise through a portfolio of partners
Developments in materials and techniques allow for ever-brighter and unusual timepieces
Brands increase exports to meet demand from exponentially growing luxury market
Venerable Scottish auctioneer appoints experienced specialist to lead newly-formed department
Think like a tourbillonaire
CEO appointment and change of design tack marks a fresh start for the industry stalwart
Brands hope air of exclusivity can convert high-spending clients to collectors
As consumer-facing events in Dubai and Geneva grow in popularity, organisers are now seeking to tap Italy’s strong market
Rolex reaffirms its long-term commitment to the vintage race event while the future of its F1 sponsorship is in doubt
The latest version of the titanium black piece commemorates the 50th anniversary of another, albeit four-wheel, design classic — the Porsche 911 Turbo
High-tech carbon-fibre composite from the aerospace industry offers a rigidity and lightness that is ideal for designers
Jacky Ickx and Karl-Friedrich Scheufele have just completed their 15th Mille Miglia. They talk careers and classic cars
Unique shapes and a perceived rarity value have led to premium prices for high-end pieces
The latest rugged luxury model of the kigumi-inspired watch combines hand-finishing with high-tech metals
Long superseded by digital technology, older mechanical pieces are attracting collectors for their history and aesthetics
The two houses have been praised for their horological creativity in a market many critics say is lacking that
A youthful and increasingly diverse clientele seeking timeless, feelgood pieces is driving growth, as more brands enter the market
Seasonal pop-ups and concept stores look to lure wealthy customers in a relaxed mood and even attract new ones
