Tiffany & Co. is getting back into the business of mechanical watches with the CT60, an accessibly priced line of self-winding timepieces modelled on a wristwatch once owned by Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Unveiled two days ago to a global media frenzy, the Apple Watch is now the most discussed wristwatch in the world right now. What will it do to mechanical watchmaking? We ask the watchmakers themselves.
French luxury conglomerate Kering has just announced its acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Ulysse-Nardin from the Schnyder family, beefing up its watchmaking division.
Many watches are certified, for various qualities like accuracy, durability and water-resistance, by independent agencies, ranging from COSC to TIMELAB. These certifications are proof of watchmaking and chronometric excellence, with a sprinkle of savvy marketing. Here's a handy guide to the most important Swiss watch certificates.