Conversations

Interview: Montblanc Watch Chief Davide Cerrato Explains His Strategy for Success
Tasked with injecting excitement into Montblanc's watch division, the Italian native explains how he aims to accomplish that.
Interview: H. Moser & Cie. is Back on Track, Says CEO
Edouard Meylan is upbeat on Moser's prospects after turning the company around and tells us what's next.
Five Must-Know G-Shock Facts From Its Inventor, Kikuo Ibe
The creator of the G-Shock explains his landmark wristwatch, including how it was originally designed for construction workers.
In Conversation with Alkis Kotsopoulos, Watchmaker Extraordinaire in New York City
The New York City watchmaker talks about his life and craft, illustrated by acclaimed photographer John Clang.
Ask the Experts: The Best Graduation Gift Watches
We asked five watch experts and industry insiders to select a watch for a college graduate. This is what they chose.
Five Questions with Rene Weber, Veteran Swiss Watch Industry Analyst
A 20-year analyst of the Swiss watch industry outlines his thoughts on the business, and its outlook.
Interview: Walter von Känel, President of Longines
Having joined Longines before the quartz crisis, its chief Walter von Känel has enjoyed a truly epic career in Swiss watchmaking. We had a candid and compelling chat with Mr von Känel.
Five Things I Learnt About F.P. Journe Over Lunch with the Man Himself
The revered independent watchmaker talks about what's in store, including a new complication and the evolution of his brand's design.
Recommended Reading: An Interview with Ralph Lauren on Hodinkee
An insight into the mind of Ralph Lauren as a watch collector has just been published on Hodinkee, in an interview where Lauren explains what and why he collects, as well as the rationale behind his own line of watches.
VIDEO: In Conversation with Georges Kern, CEO of IWC Schaffhausen
IWC chief executive Georges Kern discusses a variety of topics with candour and clarity, speaking on subjects as diverse as IWC's evolution into a "warmer" brand as well as pricing in the era of volatile exchange rates.Load More