Hodinkee Was Just Bought by the Watches of Switzerland Group
Two of the biggest names in the watch world have just linked up—but not on something like a limited-edition timepiece. The Watches of Switzerland Group, the largest luxury watch retailer…
A Bevy of Rare Patek Philippes Will Dominate Sotheby’s Upcoming Watch Auction
Published on September 10, 2024 sotheby’s Sotheby’s is bringing a blockbuster 31-piece private collection of mostly rare Patek Philippes to auction this November with a high estimate of $22 million….
Crypto Bros Are No Longer Selling Luxury Watches, and the Market Is Showing It
The luxury watch industry is in a bit of a free fall, and crypto bros may be in part to blame. In the last quarter, several of the leading watch…
Swiss Watch Exports Rose Slightly Last Month Thanks to Japan and the U.S.
Americans’ love of watches is once again helping the overall Swiss watch industry. Exports of Swiss timepieces rose a modest 1.6 percent by value in July compared to the year…
The Complete History of Piaget Watches
Few watchmaking concerns have been on the lips of as many collectors, casual buyers, and editors in 2024 as Piaget. Celebrating 150 years of operation, the distinctive Swiss maison has…
3 Expert Collectors of Vintage Rolex Who Stand Out in More Ways Than One
Published on August 12, 2024 Altieri, Lacey, Owens When we set out to research this story, we thought we’d keep the list to around 10 women. We are well connected…
5 Book Every Watch Obsessive Should Have on Their Shelf
Published on August 11, 2024 Supplied Watch books are often large-format coffee-table books filled with amazing photographs that, while wonderful, don’t always provide a great deal of detailed information about…
How TAG Heuer Turned Its Iconic Monaco Chronograph Into a Masterwork of High Horology
The ultra-high-end timepiece clocks in at $138,000 and is already sold out until the end of the year.
Inside Omega House, the Watchmaker’s Plush Olympics Pop-Up Boutique in Paris
The immersive space will be open to members only from July 28 through August 10.
Omega’s New Paris Olympics Watch Is an Instant Classic
The Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition is a vintage-inspired timepiece in honor of the Summer Games.