To both the untrained and shrewd eye, the beauty of a watch often lies in the detail of its finishing. Well, did you know that originally, the first ornamentations were in fact due to functional, not esthetic concerns. Ever since, mixing tradition and modernity, artisans and manufacturers have continued to apply these decorative processes to the art of watchmaking.
As a buyer, knowing about these different methods and their nuances will allow you to better appreciate the value and expertise behind any model of timepiece. Beading, latticework, engraving, damaskeening, chasing, chamfering; these terms will no longer hold any secrets for you. So let's look at an overview of the main decorative techniques in watchmaking!
A beautiful mechanical watch is like a piece of high-end jewelry: well-maintained, this accessory will last a lifetime, if not more. Good maintenance involves a handful of essential actions that will help your timepiece travel through the ages without problems. Whether manual or automatic, check out the 5 instincts you should adopt in order to extend its longevity and enjoy it for many a year to come.
Among the various complications that might complement our timepieces is the chronograph. This function, which allows the user to measure relatively short time intervals, is one of the most complex movements in watchmaking to create. But what exactly is a chronograph watch and how does the mechanism work? Allow us to explain.
In this article, we'll explain in detail the reasons that have led market prices to their current level of around 20,000€ (and even more in some cases) for high-end pieces similar to the X41 watch.
For a number of years now, interest in "skeleton" watches among watch enthusiasts has been on the rise. The choice of such watches has expanded considerably, from entry-level models for a few hundred francs to high-end pieces that can go for hundreds of thousands of euros.
“Swiss movement or Japanese: which is better?” There’s a question that often comes up among mechanical watch enthusiasts. The answer is rather complex, but we’ll try to explain it as simply as possible in this article.
With the growing number of Japanese watchmakers, it’s become difficult for fans of fine watches to choose between movements from Japan, and ones from Switzerland. The natural question that follows is: which of the two is better? Unfortunately, it’s like choosing between a stylish sedan and its intelligent counterpart: each has its advantages and disadvantages. Let me elaborate.
Until very recently, carbon fiber or “Forged Carbon" watches were exclusive items, with lovers of fine mechanical watches commonly spending anywhere between 3,000€ and 20,000€ for the privilege of owning one.
For a long time “Made in China” has been associated in the public mind with inferior quality and low prices. Yet taking a step back in time reveals that the reality is far from this popular misconception. Here are three reasons why Chinese excellence not only exists, but continues to grow.