How Does Automatic Watch Movement Work?
The automatic watch has seen a revival in recent years. More consumers are rediscovering heritage brands and learning about the construction of a single timepiece. Mechanical watches trace back to the Swiss tradition of watchmaking, which nearly disappeared in the second half of the 1900s. While the industry adapted its own Swiss quartz movement, restored…
Tips to Protect Your Luxury Watch Collection
Luxury watches embody craftsmanship, precision and are built to be passed down from generation to generation. Yet simply leaving these timepieces lying around, perhaps on top of your dresser, is not the best idea. Without an appropriate storage spot, you may also increase the chances you’ll misplace or risk damaging it. Especially if you own…
How Breitling Is Reducing Environmental Impact
Earlier this year, watchmaker Breitling announced plans to start packaging its watches without boxes and paper – a move questioned by some in the luxury watch industry who believe it could pave the way to counterfeits. Yet, based on an interview CEO Georges Kern did on Instagram Live, he wants Breitling to make this change…
How to Take Care of Your Automatic Watch
Automatic watches have recently made a comeback, partially for the craftsmanship and machinery that battery-powered quartz models lack. At the core of all automatic watches, a coiled spring helps power the hands and other functions, using tension and a bit of gravity to keep everything moving. Although this mechanism has remained relatively unchanged for the…
How to Wear a Watch: Rules & Social Occasions
Over the decades, watches have evolved from practical items to a status symbol. This shift over the past 15 years has elevated the craftsmanship of Swiss watchmaking and introduced an extensive array of design and technical features. Even with these changes, the age-old rules surrounding watches and social occasions still stand. As such, keep the…
