Reading Time: 5 minutes The Swiss Institute announces the second edition of TimeForArt, a benefit watch auction, hosted at Phillips in New York on December 7th, 2024. Building on the success of the inaugural 2022 event, which raised $1.2 million, TimeForArt continues to support contemporary art by auctioning unique timepieces from leading watchmakers. AllContinue Reading
Reading Time: 4 minutes H. Moser & Cie. has always been a beacon of creativity in the world of haute horlogerie – with super sports tourbillon, daring colours and fantastic craftsmanship. With the new Pioneer Retrograde Seconds Reference 3250-1200, the brand adds another unique timepiece to its portfolio, seamlessly blending technical sophistication with aContinue Reading
Reading Time: 4 minutes In the world of haute horlogerie and independent watchmaking tradition meets innovation – Armin Strom, a name synonymous with avant-garde watchmaking, has once again captivated the industry with its Dual Time GMT Resonance First Edition. As a testament to its 15th anniversary of fully-integrated manufacture prowess, this timepiece not onlyContinue Reading
Reading Time: < 1 minute We’re beyond excited to share that Jean-Pierre Hagmann has been recognized by the prestigious Gaïa Prize in the Craftmanship, Creation category for his incredible contributions to watchmaking. Throughout his remarkable career, Jean-Pierre continues to push the craft of watch case making, all while staying true to traditional techniques.Continue Reading
Reading Time: 12 minutes HONG KONG/ TOKYO – 25 September 2024 – Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo is delighted to unveil further highlights from TOKI: Watch Auction (TOKI is a noun meaning ‘time’ in Japanese), the first ever thematic sale dedicated to the Japanese watch collecting world. This auction will take place on 22 November atContinue Reading
Reading Time: 3 minutes “Today marks the 60th anniversary of Phantom’s most memorable big-screen debut in the 1964 James Bond film, Goldfinger. The 1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III Sedanca de Ville used in the film is both the perfect accomplice for its villain, Auric Goldfinger, and an enduring muse within our brand. The model usedContinue Reading
Reading Time: 7 minutes Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo is pleased to unveil highlights from The Geneva Watch Auction: XX, taking place on 9 and 10 November 2024. The upcoming live sale follows a highly successful spring season and marks the second time The Geneva Watch Auction will take place at Phillips’Continue Reading
Reading Time: 5 minutes Alfred Minnaar, a name synonymous with adventure, deep dives, and breathtaking photography, seamlessly blends his passions to capture the unseen world beneath the waves. Known for his daring spirit and keen eye, Alfred’s journey from a dive instructor to an award-winning photographer is as inspiring as the images he creates.Continue Reading
Reading Time: 3 minutes The Chopard Alpine Eagle 33 Frozen is a masterpiece that not only captures the essence of the alpine spirit but also encases it in a visual representation akin to a frozen artwork. One of the latest iterations from Chopard’s lauded collection, this timepiece, is a lyrical ode to the majestyContinue Reading
Reading Time: 15 minutes It was not easy to take a decision regarding the first watch to review after SIHH. If you had a look at my SIHH impressions Part1, Part2 and Part 3, you should already have an idea what I have seen. Therefore I decided to start completely random. Why not withContinue Reading
Reading Time: 2 minutes De Bethune is proud to announce the beginning of the Heritage Collection Tour, a unique exhibition showcasing 13 exceptional historical timepieces curated by the De Bethune‘s founder and master watchmaker, Denis Flageollet. After a successful inauguration in Geneva in August 2024, this prestigious collection will now embark on a global tour, makingContinue Reading