Watchmaking
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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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The Time of Watches: The Latest Audemars Piguet Royal Oak featuring BMG
At Audemars Piguet they are doing well. Not content with having launched a risky collaboration with designer Matthew Williams, now they surprise us with a new material, and used none other than their legendary Royal Oak Jumbo. For less serious things, people went to the stake in the Middle Ages. The novelty is part of…
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The Inaugural We Love Watches Show Successfully Takes Off
The first edition of the We Love Watches watch show took place on Thursday October 12 at the Electric Paris center located on rue la Fayette. Organized at the initiative of Swiss Made Watch, this event was a great success, meeting the expectations of many watchmaking fans. It is true that they were all impatient…
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12 Surprising Facts about Audemars Piguet That Will Astonish You
Audemars Piguet is a prestigious Swiss watch brand that has stood out thanks to its exceptional know-how and watchmaking tradition. In this article, we will explore 12 interesting and secret facts about this fine watchmaking company. 1. A complementary duo at the origin of the brand Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet founded the…
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5 Affordable Alternatives to the Rolex Submariner
Present in the watchmaking landscape since 1953, at a time when diving watches were reserved for professional divers or the military, the Rolex Submariner which celebrates its 70th anniversary this year, has established itself as a benchmark in the “tool watch” segment. As comfortable on land as at sea, this diver has based its reputation…
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Is India Poised to Become the Next El Dorado for Swiss Watchmakers?
The Deloitte 2023 Swiss Watch Industry Study reveals that watch industry executives see India as a market with tremendous potential for years to come. The Swiss watch industry is setting new export records and facing transformative change. After an impressive 2022, where watch exports reached a historic peak of almost 25 billion Swiss francs, strong…
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Three Stunning October Watches
The month of October often arrives at the same time as our desire to wear more neutral and warm tones. If this beautiful palette of colors inspired by Mother Nature is reflected in the way we dress, watches also change their appearance in autumn to blend in with the theme. The models then abandon their…
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Introducing Baltic’s newest collection: The Hermétique Tourer
The news for Baltic is very busy during this second half of 2023. Beyond the second participation in the Only Watch event thanks to a watch including a perpetual calendar module developed by Maclef, the company founded by Emmanuel Bouchet, Baltic has just presented the first watches from the brand new Hermétique collection. The objective…
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Hans Wilsdorf: An In-depth Look into the Visionary and Founder of Rolex
When we think of luxury watches, the brand Rolex is one of the first that comes to mind. Founded by Hans Wilsdorf in 1905, Rolex has established itself as a reference in the world of watchmaking thanks to its unrivaled quality and precision. But who was this visionary who revolutionized the watch industry? Let’s look…
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Sparkling and Refined World of Jewelry in Nice
The major jewelry and watch brands in Nice Nice is home to several jewelry and watch boutiques belonging to major international brands. These establishments, located mainly in the city center and on the famous pedestrian street, offer a wide choice of jewelry and watches for all tastes and budgets. Among the most renowned brands, we…
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Explore a diverse selection of jewelry in Marseille: catering to every taste with excellence
A diversity of jewelry to satisfy all desires Each jewelry store in Marseille offers a unique selection of quality jewelry, watches and accessories. You will discover pieces from local designers as well as renowned international brands. This diversity allows everyone to find the ideal piece of jewelry corresponding to their tastes and budget. It has…
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Explore the Enchanting Rennes Jewelry Store: A Mesmerizing Realm
The city of Rennes is renowned for its numerous shops and boutiques which offer quality products. Among them, the jewelry stores in Rennes stand out for their know-how and the diversity of the jewelry they offer. Whether you are looking for an engagement ring, a gold bracelet or a designer watch, you are sure to…
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Are dress watches undervalued in terms of style?
Have you noticed it too? When we discuss watchmaking among enthusiasts, it is often around sports watches that our various discussions are oriented. Divers water-resistant to 300 meters and other chronographs are of course superb products, but why then do we focus so little on more refined and discreet pieces? If at a certain time…
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The Transformative Influence of the Quartz Crisis on the Watchmaking Industry
The quartz crisis, which shook thewatch industry in the 1970s and 1980s, had a major impact on traditional watch manufacturers. This tumultuous period not only resulted in a significant decline in sales of mechanical watches, but it also led to the emergence of new technologies and a radical transformation of the industry. In this article…
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Matthew Williams, a resident of Royal Oak
Audemars Piguet presents a new collection with the brand 1017 ALYX 9SMby the American designer Matthew Williamscurrently in charge of Givenchy. The latest in fine watchmaking and urban fashion. Paradoxically, the Royal Oak undresses. One more surprise of the infinite possibilities of the great watchmaking banner of Le Brassus when he ventures into other creative…
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Decoding the Cost of Haute Horlogerie: Understanding the Price of Luxury Watches
Luxury watches are often considered a real investment, both for their aesthetics and for their complex and precise mechanism. But what really justifies their sometimes astronomical price? To answer this question, it is necessary to analyze the various factors that influence the cost of these watch jewellery. The unique know-how of fine watchmaking There high…
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The esteemed Japanese watchmaker
Seiko is an iconic brand in the world of watches and has managed to establish itself on the international scene thanks to unique know-how and impeccable quality. This article invites you to discover the fascinating history of this Japanese watch manufacturer. The beginnings of Seiko: a watchmaking workshop in Japan The birth of Seiko dates…
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Top Watch-Related Gift Ideas for Enthusiasts
Do you have a loved one passionate about watchmaking and you don’t know what to give them? Don’t worry, we have selected for you the best gift ideas that are sure to please watch lovers. From essential accessories to specialized books, discover our list of suggestions. An exceptional watch Giving a watch is obviously the…
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The Ideal Blend of Aesthetics and Innovation in Horology
Ciga Design tells a story of meeting between innovation, technicality and creative design. Since its inception, this Chinese brand has made a name for itself on the international watchmaking scene, it has conquered watch lovers all over the world thanks to its extraordinary pieces. Determined to push the limits and shape distinctive timepieces, it proves…
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Orlinski’s Remix: Hublot’s Classic Fusion Chronograph
Great aesthetic sense, with those games of volumes that are so popular in the house of Nyon, but more subtle, light and balanced. It is the first chronograph with the hallmark of Richard Orlinski. Hublot has chosen the base piece Classic Fusion from the collection customized by the French artist. And he has made it…
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Embark on an exhilarating journey with the new Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition!
Created in 1892 in the American village of Lancaster, Hamilton has made its mark by actively participating in historic aviation events as well as in the synchronization of the very first railways. Over the years, the brand has specialized in the niche of technical watches, designed to successfully support adventurers and soldiers in their journeys…
