19Thirty 10th Anniversary Special Edition

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Reading Time: 7 minutesThe horological landscape has witnessed countless timepieces emerge and fade, yet few collections capture the essence of a pivotal moment in watchmaking history with such precision and reverence as BOVET’s 19Thirty series. As this distinguished collection reaches its tenth anniversary, the Swiss manufacture presents a special edition that encapsulates bothContinue Reading

Bovet Récital 30

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Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Bovet Récital 30 represents a focused iteration of the brand’s pioneering approach to world time complications, integrating advanced horological engineering within a refined case architecture. Developed as an evolution of the Récital 28’s daylight-saving-time solution, this model streamlines the complexity of its predecessor while retaining core technical innovations, positioningContinue Reading

About BOVET 1822 The House of BOVET is a Swiss manufacturer of luxury timepieces, artfully combining the most sophisticated mechanisms with the finest craftsmanship, employing artisanal techniques such as hand-finishing, hand-engraving, and miniature painting. For more than 200 years, BOVET 1822 has handcrafted the finest timepieces, allowing collectors to experience what is the true pleasure of the luxury of time. To further ensure this excellence, owner Mr. Pascal Raffy has limited the House’s annual manufacture of handcrafted timepieces, respecting Swiss artisanal processes, exclusivity, and uniqueness. Since Mr. Raffy became the owner of the House 22 years ago, his commitment has been to honor the watchmaking arts to continue to handcraft timepieces that fascinate and enthrall the most demanding collectors — all of this achieved combining decorative arts, innovation, and precision. The House of BOVET insists on manufacturing nearly 100% of its components in-house, including movements, complications, hands, dials, cases, up to and including the hairspring and regulating organ, the beating heart of fine timepieces. The House of BOVET is recognized around the world as a leader in high watchmaking and is coveted by collectors everywhere.

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Reading Time: 3 minutesBovet’s debut of the Récital 12 marks a significant departure from its storied tradition of crafting leather-clad horological wonders. This first-ever bracelet timepiece encapsulates the brand’s dual ethos: uncompromising luxury and cutting-edge innovation. After two years of meticulous development, Pascal Raffy and his team present an all-titanium marvel that embodiesContinue Reading

Antarctique Polar Sky

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Reading Time: 6 minutesAnother end of summer, another Geneva Watch Days. The fourth edition featured a greater number of official participating brands, along with some unofficial ones. Once again, the Beau Rivage Hotel and the Montblanc Rotonde played central roles, with additional support from Fairmont, Hôtel d’Angleterre, and other familiar faces. However, forContinue Reading

BOVET Récital 28 “Prowess 1”

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Reading Time: 11 minutesBOVET introduces the Récital 28 “Prowess 1”, a world-premiere timepiece that solves the modern timekeeping challenge posed by Daylight Saving Time (DST). Unlike traditional world time watches, the Récital 28 debuts a remarkably intricate and innovative roller system, allowing world travelers to adjust the timepiece to any of the 24Continue Reading

BOVET x Pininfarina Aperto 1

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Reading Time: 5 minutesThe open-worked timepiece is a traditional design staple of the watchmaking industry. Today, with the introduction of the Aperto 1, Italian for “Open,” BOVET and Pininfarina unveil a highly contemporary take on this traditional design ethic.This exciting new timepiece from the Houses of BOVET and Pininfarina combines the traditional artsContinue Reading