It is a busy year for Vacheron Constantin, as the brand unveils one of the most extensive introductions of complicated watches. From a new ultra-thin split-second chronograph in its Traditionnelle , to a new celestial piece in the coveted Les Cabinotiers , Vacheron Constantin continues to set new standards. The venerable brand has been creating…
We get asked the question a lot from readers: What are the Geneva Seal and the Poincon de Genève? Are they the same? And how does a brand get the Geneva Seal? Well the answer to all of these questions – which for some are confusing – is simple. The Geneva Seal and the Poincon…
Earlier this week, Patek Philippe celebrated the official opening of its new offices and watch service department in New York City. High above Rockefeller Center, with a superb view of the famed skating rink, Thierry Stern, President of Patek Philippe worldwide, and Larry Pettinelli, US President, cut the proverbial ribbon – opening the doors to stunning…
By Isaac Wingold In today’s world, most consumers of luxury goods are aware of the measures one must take when acquiring a precious stone. Due to the popularity of the “Blood Diamond” movement, we’ve learned to avoid purchasing a stone that may fuel conflicts, but what most don’t realize is that the issue goes beyond…
As a young boy living in a quiet village in Switzerland, Roger Dubuis was tasked with helping the local cobbler ring the church bells on Sunday morning. Little did anyone know that this important chore would change his life forever. Every week, he would walk to the church tower and climb hundreds upon hundreds of…
By Nancy Olson Vacheron Constantin celebrates its roots with timepieces in pillar collections that feature retrograde displays—a part of the company’s métier since the early twentieth century. This year, the brand opted to unveil three new timepieces all boasting the bed retrograde complication. Essentially, the retrograde is an indicator on a watch or clock that…
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