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Swatch Group Chairman Nicolas G. Hayek Dies at Age 82

June 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Swatch Group Chairman Nicolas Hayek

Swatch Group AG founder and chairman Nicolas Hayek died unexpectedly from heart failure at his office earlier today. He was 82. Hayek, a colorful entrepreneur and one of Switzerland's leading businessmen, was credited with saving the Swiss watch industry. … [Read more...]

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Quick Shots From Inside Basel/Geneva Los Angeles

June 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
IBG LA

A record number of collectors and enthusiasts gathered at the beautiful Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades this past Thursday evening for the second in WatchTime's Inside Basel/Geneva 2010 series. A record number of brands also exhibited at this show - 17 in all, including Panerai, Lange, IWC, Cartier, Vacheron, GP, Zenith, and Blancpain, and independents like Max Busser, Jean Dunand, and … [Read more...]

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