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MB&F unveils LM Perpetual EVO Silicon Valley

News Desk 2 05/12/2024 0

Priced at $210,000+ MB&F creations have long since carried their wearers beyond the realm of the ordinary, transporting them to fantastical locales that exist only within the confines of the imagination. From the commanding prowess of star cruisers to the delicate, otherworldly dance of

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Kudoke wins Petite Aiguille award at 2024 GPHG

Arnold Pinto 16/11/2024 0

Second brand win since 2019 German independent watch manufacturer Kudoke has won its second Petite Aiguille (petite hand) award at the 2024 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG). The Kudoke 3 Salmon, a timepiece from the brand’s Handwerk collection, won the prestigious prize for watches priced between CHF3,000 and 10,000. This marks the brand’s second […]

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2024 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève celebrates watchmaking excellence

Arnold Pinto 15/11/2024 0

IWC Schaffhausen wins the Aiguille d’Or The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) celebrated the pinnacle of contemporary high-end watchmaking with a spectacular awards ceremony on November 13, 2024. Held at the Théâtre du Léman in Geneva, the event, known as the ‘Oscars of the Swiss watchmaking industry’, recognised outstanding achievements in

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How well do you know your high-end watchmaking terms?

Arnold Pinto 04/11/2024 0

Read on to get up to speed Discover the intricate world of high-end watchmaking with this comprehensive A-Z glossary. Each term illuminates the craftsmanship, technology, and artistry behind luxury timepieces, from fundamental components to advanced complications. This essential resource enhances enthusiasts’ and collectors’ understanding and appreciation of

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URWERK unveils exclusive high-flying EMC SR-71

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2024 0

Tribute to the iconic SR-71 Blackbird High-end watchmaker URWERK has unveiled the EMC SR-71, a tribute to the legendary US Air Force’s SR-71 Blackbird high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft. With this exceptional new model, Geneva-based URWERK marks a decade of high-end horological innovation in the Swiss watchmaking industry. Initially introduced in 2014, URWERK’s

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Chanel invests in time with 25% stake acquisition in MB&F

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Securing the high-end watch brand’s future Global luxury powerhouse Chanel has acquired a 25% stake in MB&F, ensuring the high-end Swiss watch brand’s stability and long-term growth while maintaining its independence. The strategic partnership, revealed on August 22, 2024, sees MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser retain the majority share of 60%, with his partner

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Swiss watch exports tick-tock to $31 billion in 2023

Arnold Pinto 05/08/2024 0

Representing a 7.6% increase from 2022 The Swiss watchmaking industry marked a historic milestone in 2023, with exports reaching unprecedented levels in both value and volume. Building on a robust performance from the previous year, the sector has continued its impressive growth trajectory, demonstrating resilience and adaptability amidst a fluctuating global market.

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Geneva Watch Days 2024 is set to strike new time this summer

Arnold Pinto 29/07/2024 0

A celebration of timepieces and tradition This summer, Geneva will become the epicentre of the fine watchmaking world as it prepares to host the fifth edition of the Geneva Watch Days horological gathering from August 29 to September 2, 2024. With a unique blend of casual elegance and high artisanry, the event promises to be […]

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Watches And Wonders Geneva Foundation Has 3 New Members

Arnold Pinto 25/06/2024 0

Chanel, Hermès, LVMH Join Up Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation (WWGF) has announced that Chanel, Hermès, and LVMH have joined forces with founding members Rolex, Richemont, and Patek Philippe. This marks a pivotal moment for the Foundation’s mission to empower the global fine watchmaking sector. Established in September 2022 under the leadership of Rolex,

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Watches and Wonders Gears Up for Shanghai Debut

Arnold Pinto 08/06/2024 0

August 28 to September 1, 2024 Following its successful stint in Geneva, Switzerland, from April 9 to 15, 2024, Watches and Wonders is set to make its mark in China. A fourth edition is scheduled for August 28 to September 1, 2024, at the West Bund Art Centre in Shanghai. This edition, breaking new ground, […]

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A Triumph Of Timekeeping Excellence And Unity

Arnold Pinto 27/05/2024 0

That Was Watches And Wonders Geneva 2024 Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024 has left a legacy of broken records, lifted spirits, and industry optimism soaring to new heights. The premier event on the global high-end watchmaking calendar witnessed an uptick in exhibitors, visitors, and ticket sales. It symbolised a collective commitment within the watchmaking fraternity […]

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Owners Disposing Luxury Watches To Raise Funds

News Desk 1 20/04/2024 0

Due To Cost-Of-Living Crisis In UK In the face of an escalating cost of living crisis, luxury watch owners are resorting to pawnbrokers to convert their cherished timepieces into cash, as evidenced by a staggering 36% increase in transactions over the past year, according to data from The Watch Register. The data, extracted from The […]

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Watches And Wonders Geneva 2024 Begins On Time

Arnold Pinto 11/04/2024 0

Featuring 54 Prestigious Watch Brands Geneva has set in motion the most extravagant display of horological excellence in the world as Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024 begins in the scenic Swiss city. The iconic event commenced on April 9, 2024, for watch industry attendees worldwide, setting the stage for Geneva’s largest watch event ever. The […]

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MB&F Introduces the Legacy Machine FlyingT

News Desk 1 25/03/2024 0

A Tribute To Feminine Influence In Horology MB&F has unveiled the Legacy Machine FlyingT, its first timepiece inspired by and dedicated to women. This innovation marks a significant milestone in the brand’s 14-year history, aligning with its pattern of unveiling groundbreaking creations in seven-year cycles. The Legacy Machine FlyingT distinguishes itself with a

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Watch Register catalogues luxury watches worth $1.9bn

Arnold Pinto 17/03/2024 0

These are stolen and lost timepieces The Watch Register, marking its 10-year milestone, has reported a massive surge in registered watches with unique serial numbers, soaring by 236% in the past year. The globally acclaimed database, renowned for its role in combatting watch crime, now houses over 100,000 such timepieces. A decade since its inception, […]

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Countdown begins for Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024

Arnold Pinto 03/03/2024 0

The horological extravaganza is on, from April 9-15 Watches and Wonders Geneva 2024 – a key annual feature in fine watchmaking – is set to captivate enthusiasts, connoisseurs, and industry professionals from April 9 to 15 in scenic Geneva city. With a record-breaking 55 exhibiting high-end brands (maisons) showcasing their latest creations, this year’s event […]

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Luxury watch thieves in the UK prone to using violence

Arnold Pinto 25/01/2024 0

49,854 watches reported stolen since 2019 In a shocking revelation, data obtained through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request by global crime prevention database The Watch Register highlights a concerning surge in violence accompanying the theft of luxury watches across the United Kingdom. According to The Watch Register’s data analysis from 21 police forces in

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You can now personalise a Swatch watch with an iconic ESA space image

Arnold Pinto 05/10/2023 0

The designs are available from October 4 to December 17, 2023 The European Space Agency (ESA) and Swiss watchmaker Swatch have entered a commercial collaboration that allows space fans across the globe to design their space-themed watch using stunning images of deep space captured by two space-based telescopes. The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope and the […]

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Only Watch 2023 charity auction to see bids for the exceptional Streamliner Pandamonium timepiece

Arnold Pinto 31/08/2023 0

One-off watch is a mix of MB&F and H. Moser & Cie. worlds Two world-renowned high-end Swiss watch brands – H. Moser & Cie. and MB&F – have partnered to ideate and produce the exceptional Streamliner Pandamonium one-off timepiece featuring a marvellous minute repeater complication set with a DJ panda. Dedicated to music, the Streamliner […]