Luxury in support of biodiversity
As the effects of climate change become more and more “tangible”, luxury’s leading names are responding to the need for urgent action to stem environmental destruction and loss of biodiversity.
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Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein, a unique collector’s triptych
Pushing the boundaries of its artistic design even further, Louis Erard reveals a completely unique triptych. Alain Silberstein was given carte blanche, designing the series of three watches like a picture over three panels. Three lots of 178 models at accessible prices.
2013 International Meeting ISO/TC 114 - Horology in Tokyo
Alongside sushi, sashimi and other Japanese culinary specialities, shocks, hard materials, batteries, table and wall clocks, and the analysis of precious metal coverings were on the menu at the latest ISO/TC 114 - Horology conference.
The unstoppable Tank de Cartier
After last year's Tank Crash and Tank Anglaise, make way for the very masculine Tank MC whose 1904 movement already equips the Calibre de Cartier watch. The skeletonised version in palladium is powered by the patented 9611 movement which also equips the Santos 100.
Cartier Institute of Watchmaking Competition 2013: eight laureates awarded
On 25 May this year, the Théâtre de l’Heure Bleue in La Chaux-de-Fonds provided the setting for the awards ceremony of the Cartier Watchmaking Institute contest. Eight timepieces were singled out for distinction.
Is China a threat to Swiss watchmaking?
Concerns are being voiced over the takeover of Swiss brands by Chinese, many of whom hope for a quick return on investment.
Wind, waves and watches
Regatta countdowns are all the rage right now. Panerai, Corum, Louis Vuitton and Rolex have all pushed the boat out with some sharp mechanics ready to take sailors first over the start line.
