Hermès Nantucket evokes its early days
The story of the Nantucket watch continues with the chaîne d’ancre, evoking its early days.
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2021, year of the tourbillon at Breguet
The year 2021 marks the 220th anniversary of one of the greatest watchmaking complications: the tourbillon. An exquisite complex mechanism, the invention lies at the heart of a genuine human adventure that, to this day, contributes to the reputation of its creator Abraham-Louis Breguet and his House.
A gloomy outlook for Swiss watch exports
Still not a ray of sunshine to brighten Swiss watch export figures, which in June fell more than at any other point during this first half-year.
Swatch Group: net profit halved
Figures are out for the first half-year. With net sales down 11.4%, Swatch Group results reflect the prevailing climate. The group remains optimistic nonetheless.
Simple as a classic watch
In times of crisis, classicism can be a life jacket in a sea of uncertainty. For journalist and art critic Alexey Tarkhanov*, this means horology's tried and tested values.
Ulysse Nardin – A diving watch, beachside accessory or both?
For more than a decade, the Ulysse Nardin Lady Diver Collection has introduced stunning timepieces that are both fine jewelry watches and reliable diving instruments.
"English gentlemen, please fire first"
After a 9.5% fall in exports over five months, the Brexit vote makes for an even more uncertain future for Swiss watch brands. Particularly as the UK has weathered a difficult year so far with some tremendous growth.
