Luxury Watches

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Close-up of a watchmaker's hands assembling a luxury timepiece in a dimly lit, elegant workshop with specialized tools and blueprints.
The Vault

The Independent Watchmaker Shift: Redefining Luxury Horology in 2026

Alexandre Martin, a 28-year-old Belgian watchmaker, launched his debut timepiece, the '1965', priced at CHF 65,000, according to Monochrome Watches .

Leo Moretti·September 3, 2026
An elegant interior display at Saks Fifth Avenue showcasing sparkling Repossi rings, necklaces, and luxury timepieces alongside designer fashion.
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Saks Fifth Avenue showcases Repossi jewelry and luxury watches

In 2025, LVMH's 'watches and jewelry' division surged with 8% growth in earnings, becoming the group's fastest-growing segment, Glossy reports.

Leo Moretti·August 2, 2026
Intricate watch movement with numerous gears and complications, showcasing the pinnacle of mechanical watchmaking artistry and precision.
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Key Intricate Watch Complications Collectors Need to Know

The Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 Universelle packs nearly two dozen distinct complications into a 42mm case.

Leo Moretti·July 17, 2026
Master watchmaker's hands using a rose engine lathe to engrave a detailed guilloché pattern on a luxury watch dial.
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What is Guilloché engraving and why does it command high value?

Creating a single guilloché pattern, a decorative technique fundamental to luxury horology, can demand several hours or even days of meticulous hand-craftsmanship.

Julian Croft·July 5, 2026
Master artisan carefully applying vibrant enamel to a luxury watch dial in a dimly lit, tool-filled workshop with glowing kilns.
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How Enameling Techniques Work in High Jewelry and Watches

Crafting an immaculate enamel dial requires firing powdered glass at temperatures between 1400 and 1,650 degrees Fahrenheit, a process so delicate that a single misstep can destroy weeks of work.

Leo Moretti·June 23, 2026
The ultra-thin Piaget x Wristcheck Altiplano Ultimate Automatic watch, a limited edition timepiece with a 4.3mm thickness, displayed elegantly.
The Atelier

Piaget and Wristcheck Unveil Limited-Edition Altiplano Watch

At a staggering 4.3 millimeters thick, the new Piaget x Wristcheck Altiplano Ultimate Automatic is a marvel of ultra-thin engineering. This limited-edition watch, a collaboration according to Hypebeas

Julian Croft·June 1, 2026