Geneva
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Patek Philippe Ref. 1938P-001
Thierry Stern, fourth generation of the family and president of Patek Philippe since 2009, presents a special piece that pays tribute to his father, Philippe Stern, honorary president of the brand. To celebrate theThe 85th birthday of Philippe Sternwhose portrait appears on the dial, Patek has developed this watch minute repeater and alarm with a…
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The 21st edition of the EPHJ Show sees a boost in attendance and extremely positive outcomes
Director Alexandre Catton underlines “the very positive state of mind and the very favorable atmosphere of this edition which reflect a dynamic market and well-filled order books for 2023”. EPHJ, the international high precision exhibition, has closed the doors of its 21e edition with good attendance, a notable increase compared to 2022 and a quality…
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Time of Watches: Tudor Establishes Its Own Manufacture
It has taken time, but Tudor finally has its own manufacturing. Rolex’s little sister thus takes an essential step in its expansion strategy that, sooner or later, will translate into broader and more complex production. Although Tudor’s headquarters are in Geneva, its managers have chosen the very watchmaking town of Le Locle. Something logical if…
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September sees another spike in watch exports
Exports of Swiss timepieces grew by 3.8% compared to September 2022, totaling 2.3 billion francs, despite a particularly unfavorable base effect. In September, Swiss watch exports grew at almost the same rate as in August, despite declines in the United States and China, the two most important destinations. Normalization, after the strong post-Covid rebound, continues.…
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July sees decline in watch exports due to Steel and China
Last month was marked by an erosion of 0.9% to 2.20 billion francs, mainly due to a fall of 11.7% for steel watches as well as a sharp decline in sales to China. Watch exports marked time in July, after a first half of uninterrupted growth. The phenomenon is attributed to steel watches, down 11.7%…
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An Exceptional Showcase by Patek Philippe
Watchmaking art cannot be understood without jewelery watches; They are one of the most exquisite manifestations and also help the most to enhance the value of watchmaking mechanics. As a manufacturer, Patek Philippe treasures a total mastery of each and every one of the specialties that are closely related to watchmaking, and of course also…
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Nothing Changes in a World Where Everything Changes
The announcement at the end of August of the acquisition of Bucherer by Rolex rightly sparked numerous comments and analyses. I have even seen explanations that consisted of several dozen points. In any case, when a transaction of this magnitude takes place, we can find plenty of good reasons to explain it. But in the…
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42mm Rolex Yacht-Master: Setting Sail in Style
Well, the time has come. And last year’s rumors on social networks and watchmaking gossip about the possible use of titanium in Rolex have become absolute truth. The signature that he has made of the Oystersteel an invincible banner, he launches a spectacular titanium version of his illustrious sea dog. Rolex presents the new version…
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2023 Only Watch: Zenith Chronomaster Sport
Home Zenith has introduced four new Chronomaster Sport in bright colors for the charity auction Only Watch 2023. For yet another year, Zenith collaborates with this popular biennial auction with a case that includes four references Chronomaster Sport unique in unprecedented tones. Only Watch, an auction that brings together the watch industry for a good…
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Only Watch 2023: Celebrating 70 Years of Blancpain Fifty Fathoms
Home Blancpain has presented a previously unseen piece of the new Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1, distinguished by a unique blue motif, on the occasion of the charity auction Only Watch 2023. Blancpain is a regular donor to the Association Against Muscular Dystrophy of Monaco, which he has enthusiastically supported for more than…
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Only Watch 2023: The highly anticipated auction with a charitable twist
The most consolidated and long-awaited philanthropic event in the industry showcases the technical and creative muscle of 72 watchmakers who have put their ingenuity into 62 watches. Only Watch has become a unique showcase where brands show their audacity, experimentation and avant-garde. A consolidated appointment that in 2021 raised 30 million Swiss francs that were allocated to…
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Under the Clock with Louis Vuitton Tambour
A few days ago the Louis Vuitton house launched its new Tambour. Specifically, two new steel models, one with a silver-gray dial and the other in deep blue. In 2002, Louis Vuitton presented the Tambour watch for the first time, characterized by its quickly recognizable drum-shaped case. Now, 21 years later, they present us with…
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The unbelievable Tudor watch at Only Watch 2023
In recent days we have already known the lots that will be auctioned in the next edition of Only Watch, which will take place on November 5 in Geneva. In it will participate 72 watchmakers to present a total of 62 pieces to auction. The difference in the number is explained by the association of…
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The Tourbillon Planetarium of Frédérique Constant Christiaan Van der Klaauw
The Frederique Constant and Christian Van der Klaauw brands have presented their new Tourbillon Planetarium. A watch created for the Only Watch 2023. For this occasion, Frederique Constant’s tourbillon and Christiaan van der Klaauw’s planetarium, the smallest in the world and the first built for a wristwatch, are combined in the same piece. The Only…
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The Traditionnelle Tourbillon by Vacheron Constantin
Traditionnelle is the purest expression of the way Vacheron Constantin has understood Genevan fine watchmaking for more than 260 years. In these watches, the technical aspect stands out, accentuated by the most emblematic watchmaking codes. All of them extol the craftsmanship and watchmaking know-how handed down from generation to generation. With their multi-level round case,…
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May sees another increase in watch exports
In five months, shipments of Swiss timepieces have exceeded the 10 billion franc mark, standing at 10.9 billion, and are 11.3% above their 2022 level. Growth in Swiss watch exports returned to a sustained pace in May. It reached 14.4% on an annual basis, for a total value of 2.3 billion francs, after a gain…
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The Timeless Elegance of Chopard L.U.C 1860 Watches
Masterful Successor Timeless Design with Cutting-Edge Innovations The L.U.C. 1860 Watch Chopard unveiled the L.U.C. 1860 during Watches & Wonders Geneva 2023. This updated model embodies the manufacture’s DNA with its timeless design and modern style and innovations. The Lucent SteelTM case is made from recycled steel, except for pieces crafted in ethical gold. The…
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Increasing Participation at EPHJ’s Grand Opening in Geneva
The new State Councilor Delphine Bachmann inaugurates the 21e edition of the High-Precision Fair in a positive context thanks to the good health of the sector. The EPHJ show, world leader in high precision, was inaugurated this morning by Delphine Bachmann, the new Geneva State Councilor in charge of the Economy and Employment. A ceremony…
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New Skeleton Watches Launched by Orient Star
Orient Star just announced two new skeleton watches which join its Sports collection. Combining refined aesthetics and high performance, these new models combine Orient Star’s first automatic movement with a silicon escape wheel. Small article to make you discover these novelties. Orient Star, the high-end version of Orient East is a Japanese watch company that…
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Rolex Purchases Three Watches for 8.3 Million Euros at Auction.
A few days after the weekend of auctions with record figures that we experienced in Geneva, we are here to sum up 3 of the most noteworthy watches of recent times. I’m not just referring to the price, even if we could only talk about that given the figures reached, but I’m talking about the…
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15 unique copies available only at Chronopassion store in Paris
Other refinements include the polished arms of the straight bridges visible on the dial plate: they have been hand-finished to give them a rounded, or cradled, profile on the surface. A nod to the vertical power reserve presented as a world premiere in the Legacy Machine No1, the LMX bounces back on this slice of…