Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud

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Reading Time: 4 minutesIn 2015, on the initiative of Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud, located in the Val-de-Travers (Switzerland), marked the rebirth of one of the greatest names in watchmaking: Ferdinand Berthoud (1727-1807). The first FB 1 collection unveiled on this occasion stemmed from meticulous research and development undertaken four years earlier, inContinue Reading

Emmanuel Perrin

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Reading Time: < 1 minutePanerai announces that Emmanuel Perrin, currently Head of Specialist Watchmakers Distribution, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Panerai, effective 1 April 2025. Emmanuel will report to Richemont’s CEO Nicolas Bos.Continue Reading

Naissance D'une Montre 3 - Acte V

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Reading Time: 2 minutesUndertaken in 2019 by Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud, the Naissance d’une Montre 3 project is nearing its conclusion. The first in this series of 11 fusee-and-chain timepieces, entirely produced without digital assistance, will be unveiled in the second half of 2025. In the run-up to this official launch, one final aesthetic aspect ofContinue Reading

Konstantin Chaykin

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Reading Time: 3 minutesKonstantin Chaykin, the ingenious inventor and creator of some of the most intricate and expensive timepieces in the world, has welcomed 2025 with a monumental achievement. The acclaimed Russian watchmaker has added his 100th patent to his illustrious portfolio, setting a new record in the horological world.Continue Reading

Vacheron Constantin

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Reading Time: 10 minutesIn 1755 in Geneva, Jean-Marc Vacheron began writing the first chapter of a story that has become a remarkable human adventure – a quest for excellence passed down from generation to generation. The passion, expertise and creativity of the men and women of the Manufacture have shaped Vacheron Constantin’s identityContinue Reading

Vacheron Constantin Certified Pre-Owned Watch Programme

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteVacheron Constantin introduces a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) watch programme to cater to collectors and enthusiasts seeking high-quality pre-owned timepieces. This initiative highlights the Maison’s commitment to longevity and excellence, offering meticulously inspected and certified watches that ensure both performance and authenticity.Continue Reading

IWC Schaffhausen and the German Aerospace Center

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Reading Time: 5 minutesIn a joint development project, IWC Schaffhausen and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed the first watch cases made from a ceramic matrix composite (CMC) material. Fibre-reinforced ceramics combine the hardness and scratch-resistance of conventional ceramic with the benefits of fibre composite materials, like high damage tolerance and extremeContinue Reading

MB&F Chanel

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Reading Time: 3 minutesMB&F is thrilled to announce a partnership with Chanel, who has taken a 25% stake in the independent high-end watchmaking brand. Founder Maximilian Büsser retains the majority of MB&F with 60%, while his partner in the company, Serge Kriknoff (Head of R&D & Production), owns 15%. Max and Serge willContinue Reading

Antikythera

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Reading Time: 9 minutesIn an impressive melding of advanced technology, historical exploration, and the tradition of precision watchmaking, Hublot, a pioneering Swiss watch manufacturer, has embarked on an exceptional project that intertwines the past with the present through its involvement with the Antikythera archaeological site. Delve into the fascinating collaboration between Hublot andContinue Reading