There is a common misconception that Cartier is a jewelry house first and a watchmaker second, but nothing could be further from the truth. The French luxury powerhouse has a prestigious legacy in watchmaking that goes beyond high-end jewelry, and this legacy took shape in the early 20th century with the third-generation brothers Louis, Pierre, […]
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Watches hold a special place in the horology world in terms of timeless aesthetics. Other than its main function, a watch, especially collector and luxury brands, serves as a symbol of craftsmanship, status and fashion. To have a more in-depth understanding of the world of leading luxury watch brands, continue reading the below sections. Timeless […]
In the complicated and complex world of watches, the Briston Streamliner Urban Gentleman Driver – Chrono is a watch that really stands out with its great craftsmanship and sophisticated design. It’s a watch that seems to be saying, “Hey, look at me! I’m stylish and practical!” Encased in a brushed steel and tortoiseshell acetate case, […]
There’s something about a Rolex that makes it more than just a watch. It’s a mark of success, a sign that you’ve made it. And nowhere is this more evident than in the world of sports. Rolex has become synonymous with achievement and excellence, from tennis courts to golf courses. But how did this Swiss […]
The exciting and unique French company Briston is known for making unique timepieces that are reasonably priced. The watches stand out for their unusual square casings and their elegant but casual-chic style. The creator of the brand is Brice Jaunet, a veteran of the watch business with experience at Cartier, Baume & Mercier, Raymond Weil, […]
After going digital in 2020, the Watches and Wonders show (previously known as Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH), decided to keep it digital for 2021 as well – as least as far as their Geneva event was concerned. Thus, this time around W&W took place digitally between 7-13 April and was followed […]
Sternglas is a German watch company based in Hamburg. They are known for offering a collection of watches designed with the Bauhaus aesthetic in mind and with precise mechanics underneath. Their pieces are all centered on precision, minimal color schemes and clear designs and are made for the modern minimalist, may he be a businessman […]
Stefan Kudoke is a German independent watchmaker. Before setting up his own brand, he worked at some world-renowned brands such as Glashütte Original, Jaquet Droz, Breguet and Blancpain. Stefan is also the first independent watchmaker from Germany to be honored by the prestigious Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève© (GPHG). In 2019, he won in the […]
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HOURUNIVERSE May Take Place in June
A few months ago, it was announced that a brand new watch and jewelry show called HOURUNIVERSE would take place in Basel. The event was met with mixed reactions, some voices expressing enthusiasm for the project, while others not being excited by it, being fearful that it would only repeat the mistakes of the former […]
Lilienthal is a watch brand based in the German capital. To many, the brand may seem like a company in a long line of similar brands, but they actually have a unique position in the watch marketplace. Their watches are quite affordable and fashionable, but what is special about them, is that they actually go […]
Briston is a French watch brand launched in 2012 by Brice Jaunet. Before establishing his own brand, Brice had worked for 15 years with many of the most popular watch brands in the business, from Raymond Weil to Zenith. With Briston, he wanted to create sporty-chic pieces that come at an affordable price. The aesthetic […]
Aaron Becsei is a Hungarian watchmaker. He is the third generation of watchmakers in his family and is one of the people in the business who makes everything himself for his creations. He designs and manufactures all the parts he uses for his pieces: from the screws and bridges to the crowns and hands. He […]