In our ongoing effort to answer reader inquiries, we find a lot of questions about why rubies are used in watch movements. Here, we explain what rubies inside a watch…
Understanding What Rubies Inside a Watch Movement Are All About
The year 2025 has marked the 270th anniversary of Swiss brand Vacheron Constantin, the oldest continuously operating watch brand. To honor its founder and legacy, the Richemont-owned luxury brand, considered one of the top three most revered watch brands, pulled out all the stops unveiling exciting new watches and clocks that ranged from one-of-a-kind masterpieces…
Cartier’s Precious Garage, Honoring Juste un Clou, On Display In New York Boutique
Last week at the Cartier Fifth Avenue Mansion in New York City, the brand unveiled the Cartier Precious Garage boutique “experience” concept. I covered the event and the concept, as…
Introducing The Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Tourbillon (prices)
Currently, I am in London with Vacheron Constantin, where the brand is making a host of important announcements. In addition to launching a highly relevant new brand advertising campaign (…
Meet The New Ralph Lauren American Western Watch Collection (prices)
Ralph Lauren, who this year celebrates the 50th anniversary of his iconic brand, unveils a very exclusive new watch collection geared for rs of fine Swiss mechanics and incredible American…
Dubai Watch Week and Christie’s Co-Host Global Horology Forum in London
Beginning Tuesday, September 11 in London and running through September12, Dubai Watch Week and Christie’s auction house are co-hosting the first international chapter of the Horology Forum. The event marks…
Hamilton Watches Unveils Vintage-Inspired Intra-Matic Collection (prices)
Founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, but now made in Switzerland, Hamilton draws upon its rich history and the latest Swiss movements and technologies to create aesthetic and innovative designs.…
Going On Now: Bob’s Watches Rolex Auction — No Buyer’s Premium
The auction opened today, offers only Rolex watches, and has no buyer’s premium. That’s right … if you are in the market for a special Rolex, Bob’s Watches may be…
TAG Heuer Unveils Carbon Aquaracer And Monaco Bamford Watches (Prices)
Because TAG Heuer always needs to be on the cutting edge of cool and sleek, the brand unveils a new version of its bed Aquaracer dive watch: Carbon Aquaracer. Crafted…
Parmigiani Unveils Toric Qualite Fleurier Watch Certified By Fleurier Quality Foundation Certified
Taking its name from founder Michel Parmigiani, Parmigiani Fleurier was created in 1996 in Switzerland. With its own watchmaking center, the brand has been able to harness full control over…
Jaeger-LeCoultre Unveils Caliber 101 in New Joaillerie Watches At Venice Film Festival
Beginning today and running until September 8 is the 75th annual International Venice Film Festival, and Jaeger-LeCoutlre is a main sponsor. Officially called the Film Festival of La Biennale di Venezia,…
Recovered Pocket Watch From Titanic Victim Sells for $57,500 At Heritage Auction
One of the most horrific maritime disasters of all time, the sinking of the Titanic, which to than 1500 lives in 1912, is a history lesson never forgotten. As such, it is…
Rolex Wraps Up Monterey Classic Car Week With Concours d’ Elegance Best Of Show Going To Alfa Romero 8C
Monterey Classic Car Week wraps up, after four days of incredible events, tours and races that showcase the finest vintage cars in the world. Throughout the entire four days, Rolex…