March 2023
Exploring Watches’ Digital Future
Deepfakes, NFTs, cryptocurrency and more were part of the discussion between Édouard Meylan of H. Moser & Cie and a collector, Miles Fisher.
A ‘Made in Hong Kong’ Watch Was His Goal
Quinn Lai says the movement in his Eoniq mechanical timepiece is the first made entirely in the city.
The Watch Veteran Jean-Claude Biver Readies His New Brand
Jean-Claude and Pierre Biver are debuting their new brand with a timepiece that sounds different notes for hours, quarters of hours, and minutes, on demand.
Armani’s Mechanical Watch Elevates Its Timepiece Line
The fashion house has been making inexpensive pieces for many years, but it now has developed a high-end model with the help of Parmigiani Fleurier.
At Breguet, the Focus Is on the Watch
The chief executive of Swatch Group’s prestige brand, a watchmaker by training, brings an unusual perspective to the job.
5 Watch Museums to Visit
As horological tourism grows, brands are using their collections to entertain visitors and boost loyalty.
3 Hotels That Cater to the Watch Crowd
Horological tourism even includes some special places to stay.
A New Trio of Watches That Honors Breitling’s Founding Family
Each timepiece is named after the brand’s patriarchs, spanning three generations of craftsmen.
What Kind of Watches Do Women Want?
Four female horological experts tell us. (Spoiler: Not one of them was wearing a watch specifically designed for women.)
Norway Watch Fans Warm to Swap Meets
Organizers decided that it worked for cars and antiques, so it would work for watches. In February, their third show, 400 people came.
TAG Heuer’s Watches Now Have Her Touch
Carole Forestier-Kasapi’s first projects for the Swiss brand, including a solar energy movement, are being introduced this year.
The Tale of a Clock and the Family That Cares for It
In the Mexican city of San Miguel de Allende, the Vázquezes have maintained the town clock for four decades.
The Goal of a New Watch Website? A Bit of Fun
Jessica Owens says she wants her platform to avoid industry jargon and be accessible to everyone.
In Watchmaking, the ’60s Are Sizzling
As in fashion, design and cars, watches from the brands Breitling, Grand Seiko, TAG Heuer and Omega are revisiting the glamorous decade.
She Adds Flair to Workaday Watchmaking Tools
A Swiss designer decided there’s nothing like a bit of tie-dye or a manga pattern to brighten up her bench.
‘Beautiful, Forgotten Watches’ Are Getting Second Lives
A Thai jewelry designer customizes vintage timekeepers while honoring their imperfections.
The Little Black Watch Is the New Little Black Dress
Dior, Chopard, Bulgari and Ralph Lauren are among the brands that recently introduced small watches in the fashionable shade.
It Took 8 Months, but He Made a Winning Pocket Watch
Maciej Misnik of Poland took the top prize in the 2022 iteration of the F.P. Journe Young Talent Competition.
Bill to Make Daylight Saving Permanent Re-emerges From the Dark
Senator Marco Rubio of Florida reintroduced legislation that would end the practice of turning clocks back one hour every November. The bill died in the House last year.
Intricate Enamel Pieces From a Storied Indian Jewelry Family
Plus: new ranges of medjool dates, floral-print bags for men and more from T’s cultural compendium.
February 2023
A Watch Dealing Mogul, at 19
Linden Lazarus has spent most of his teen years selling timepieces. Now, he has employees to help out.
Erotic Watches Show More Than the Time
Brands like Ulysse Nardin and Blancpain say their risqué timepieces showcase specialty skills like enameling, engraving and micropainting.
A Silent Film Classic Marks Its Centennial
“Safety Last!,” the 1923 Harold Lloyd movie best known for the dangerous scene, marks its centennial.
Swiss Watchmaker Is Living His Dream
Hervé Schlüchter now has his own atelier, new designs and plans for the future.
Montblanc Plans to Capitalize on a Popular New Design
The brand has struggled to be seen as a watchmaker, but its recent 1858 Iced Sea line seems to have struck a chord with customers.