In Japan, a Visit to the Casio G-Shock Factory
Most of the durable wristwatch’s models — and a number of other electronic items — are made at Yamagata Casio.
January 2023
Is That Watch Made of Cardboard?
Using humble materials, Gabe Lau, a Hong Kong artist, makes his own versions of high-end Swiss timepieces to have “a bit more fun.”
L.A. Has Become a Real Watch Town
The sprawling metropolis has wealth and cachet, just what every brand desires.
The Watch Industry Calendar Returns to Normal (So Far, Anyway)
Fairs are back in business. But it’s clear that new watches will continue to debut year-round. Here are some notable ones.
An Alarm Clock Designed to Keep Smartphones From Bed
Inspired by her grandmother’s travel timekeeper, Lisen Bage makes pieces that restore no-digital, distraction-free spaces for sleep.
When a Watch Box Aims to Aid the Environment
Companies are turning to more natural ingredients, such as seaweed, to produce biodegradable packing for their luxury timepieces.
A Watch C.E.O. Credits Lessons She Learned Racing Cars on Ice
Coralie Charriol says competition helped to define her leadership style in the male-dominated industry.
Code41 Lets Buyers in on the Watch Design
An upstart Swiss company aims to disrupt the industry’s hush-hush traditions by putting its process to a crowdsourced vote.
December 2022
Watch Designers Want to Make You Smile
A lighthearted watch can act as “a real tonic in a kind of glum time,” one collector suggested. Richard Mille may top the trend with his million-dollar Smiley model.
Serendipity, Timing and the Birth of a Horology Library
The Horological Society of New York was shown a library space for rent. Then a collector offered his books. The result? A timekeeping treasure trove.