Buying Guide - Six recently released unbelievably complex high-end watches
We all know the watchmaking industry is spread far and wide, and you can find pretty much whatever you can think of. And on the top end of the spectrum is where you will find some of the most complex pieces imaginable. Watches that tell you the sunrise and sunset times for instance, or that break down the hour display to morph it into the next hour digit, or that make an instant jump every minute of the hour. Watches that get us all excited, and a true spectacle to behold. And with that in mind, we’ve compiled a Buying Guide with six recently released ultra-complex high-end watches that do things very differently! No more mainstream here, but rare and tantalizing handcrafted pieces with a hefty price tag.?A. Lange & Sohne Zeitwerk 2022Personally, the A. Lange & Sohne Zeitwerk is one of my all-time favourite watches for its unusual yet captivating digital display and incredible mechanical movement. For 2022 the Zeitwerk received several big updates, like the double-length

H. Moser & Cie. Swiss Icons Watch, Another Irreverence to the Industry
H. Moser & Cie. does it again with the Swiss Icons Watch…! Yes, it is a mess. Yes, it looks terrible. No, it is not a joke and it does really exist. But indeed, it is again a brave move from the brand. Early 2017, Moser decided to remove the “Swiss Made” inscription from their watches and coincidentally they launched the Swiss Mad Watch (100% Swiss, including the cheese case). Now, the brand again wants to make some noise and to point what they believe to be the watchmaking industry’s main issue; the lack of creativity and the overly-present marketing.H. Moser & Cie. wants to make Swiss-Made great again…Back in early 2017, H. Moser & Cie. created a buzz with one and only goal: to draw the attention of the general public on the lack of consistency of the “Swiss Made” mention that is printed on all the supposedly “Swiss Made” watches. Indeed, at least 60% of the value of the components within?a Swiss Made watch?will have t

In-Depth: The History of the Zenith El Primero, The Glorious High-Frequency Automatic Chronograph
In our series on historically significant calibres, the best way to honour the El Primero calibre is by highlighting its qualities, functional characteristics, and pivotal role in shaping the watchmaking industry. While the tale of its salvation in 1976, along with that of Zenith as a company, by a courageous man defying the ill will of American owners is fascinating, the El Primero’s legendary status is primarily due to the use of advanced technology available at the time of its creation, excellent engineering and movement design, and a modern, industrial approach to production.?Still, had it not been for Charles Vermot, a Zenith workshop manager, who disobeyed orders to sell the metal presses and tools for manufacturing the El Primero as scrap and instead hid the necessary drawings and tools, watchmaking history would be missing some thrilling episodes. We will return to Vermot’s story shortly, but first, let us revisit how the El Primero came to be.Episode I – The

Richemont Group Results First Quarter 2019 Show Growth in Sales - Industry News
While yesterday Swatch Group announced mild results with declining sales, it is now time for its main competitor, Richemont Group, to publish its financial results for the first quarter ended 30 June 2019 (note: Richemont’s financial year starts on April 1st). And the report is overall positive, with certain exceptions on some regions and activities.?On the first three months of its year 2019 (April-June), the Richemont Group (that includes brands like IWC, Lange & Sohne, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin or Piaget) reported sales up by 12% at actual exchange rates and by 9% at constant exchange rates (compared to the prior-year period), at EUR 3.7m compared to EUR 3.3m on the same period in 2018.It must be noted that, excluding online activities (Yoox Net-a-Porter and Watchfinder & Co.), sales are up 6% at actual exchange rates and by 3% at constant exchange rates. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

Introducing: The Innvoative Self-Regulation System of the Horage Revolution 3 MicroReg
Horage truly stands apart in the watch industry with its start-up mentality, forward-thinking approach, and capacity to explore unconventional methods. This young Swiss watchmaking company, based in Biel, boasts a remarkable level of vertical integration despite its size. Led by Tsuyu Huang, Andi Felsl, and their dedicated team, Horage has introduced a smart concept aimed at achieving unparalleled precision in watch regulation, but also superior user-friendliness. This innovative idea indeed allows watch owners to adjust the rate of their watches themselves, at home, without having to open the case and expose the movement. Meet the Horage “Quest to Zero” MicroReg.The quest for mechanical precision in watchmaking is a truly fascinating journey, rich in historical and scientific significance. From the early days of horology, when artisans meticulously honed their skills to create accurate timepieces, to the modern era of cutting-edge technology and innovation, this pursuit ha