For many collectors, TAG Heuer was the first “nice” watch, the gateway that turned casual buyers into enthusiasts. From the Formula 1’s cultural pull to Heuer’s deeper history, this is a look at the brand’s unique influence on watch collecting.
Introduced in 1996, Patek Philippe’s annual calendar has become a cornerstone complication of the brand. From its origins as a novel alternative to perpetual calendars to its many evolutions across collections, we explore how it became an enduring signature of Patek Philippe.
With the introduction of the Tradition 7037, 7038, 7097, and GMT 7067, Breguet advances its emblematic openworked aesthetic while paying homage to the genius of Abraham-Louis Breguet, combining historic architecture with updated materials, finishes, and displays.
Certifications and quality seals have long been used to safeguard reputations, certify precision, and communicate excellence in watchmaking. From chronometer standards to regional marks of distinction, here’s a look at what these credentials really mean — and why not every brand uses them.
Outsourcing has long been a part of Swiss watchmaking, but in recent years, China’s role as a manufacturing partner has grown in both scale and quality. This evolving relationship is reshaping not only the global supply chain, but also the development of China’s own high-end watch industry.
Within just two decades, De Bethune has become one of the most respected names in high-end watchmaking, blending mechanical mastery with avant-garde design and an unmistakable signature color.
First published in WatchTime’s March / April 2024 issue, this look at Leica’s ZM 11 explores its layered dial design, exclusive automatic caliber, and quick-change straps — a sub-$10,000 collection blending the brand’s photographic heritage with watchmaking precision.
From Cartier's Tank and Bulgari's Serpenti to an Urban Jürgensen: every notable timepiece Hollywood wore on the most important evening in film — and what each choice reveals.
Rolex is Proud Sponsor of the 98th Academy Awards — and the Daytona it's showcasing in the exclusive Greenroom is every bit as iconic as the evening itself.
A look at the Netherlands’ contributions to horology, from Christiaan Huygens’ early innovations to the work of contemporary independent watchmakers including Christiaan van der Klaauw, Grönefeld, Van der Gang, Holthinrichs, and Stefan Ketelaars.
