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Parmigiani Fleurier’s Artistic and Technical Prowess
Fleurier is a haven of watchmaking excellence nestled in Switzerland’s Val-de-Travers region, where coniferous trees embrace pollution-free skies. It is a town that seems at one with nature. I walked...
View ArticleA Word on Collecting from Industry Experts
Over the course of 2014, iW Magazine has spoken to some of the most influential figures in the watch industry. From brand CEOs and watchmakers, auctioneers and more, the art of collecting seemed to be...
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Inside the Independent: Habring2
Tu Felix Austria. In Europe these Latin words are famous as part of the phrase, “Bella gerant alii, tu felix Austria nube,” which refers to the marriage policies of the Habsburg dynasty and means...
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Vacheron Constantin’s Dedication to Artistic Crafts
As the watchmaking métiers d’art have been witnessing a spectacular comeback in the 21st century, we have been seeing increasingly complex and creative decorations produced by in-house teams,...
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Collector Archtype: The Gentleman
The Gentleman collector doesn’t talk background, saying only that he “consults here and there.” He has no true Grail watch, as all dreams are attainable. He conducts business from the back of a...
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HYT’s Pioneering Hydromechanical Timepieces
Watchmakers have long struggled to keep liquids out of their watchcases. And while water clocks have existed for centuries, wrist-sized timekeepers are traditionally tightly sealed to repel the...
View ArticleA Word on Collecting from Industry Experts: Part 2
Over the course of 2014, iW Magazine has spoken to some of the most influential figures in the watch industry. From brand CEOs and watchmakers, auctioneers and more, the art of collecting seemed to be...
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What We’re Reading: The Richard Mille Magazine
The first Richard Mille magazine offers much that is familiar to those who have enjoyed the publications created by other luxury watch companies. Beautiful photography and breezy feature stories mix...
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Rolex’s Rare Dials
Subtleties are what differentiate more common dials from rare variants. These differences, such as the presence of a tiny underline – things that might seem like utter minutiae for newcomers to...
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Sitting Down with Robert Miano and Franc Vila
Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with actor Robert Miano in Geneva’s the Hotel. Miano is best known for his role in 1997’s Donnie Brasco, where he portrayed the mobster Sonny Red. Today,...
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The Breitling Registry
When it comes to wedding gifts, I tend to stuff cash into a card and envelope, which I then gently place into a box with all the others just like mine. It’s not very original, I know. However, for...
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On the Wrist: Ball for BMW
I love BMW cars and have owned several over the years. There have been many occasions when I have thumbed a glossy brochure adorned with the BMW roundel, perused the specifications of the cars shown...
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Bulgari Shines at Golden Globe Awards
Marking the start of award season, the Golden Globes were held last night where Bulgari timepieces and jewels were spotted up and down the red carpet. Award Presenter Kristen Wiig kept luxurious time...
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Heuer Collectables
Enthusiasts who collect some brands of vintage watches may need to use their loupes to detect the details that make their favored models so special. The Rolex collector may find exceptional value in...
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SIHH Preview: Montblanc
Each year, iW treks to Geneva for the Salon de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH). Beginning Jan. 19, 16 watch brands will reveal their latest products which you will see in stores and brand boutiques later...
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10 Must-See Manufactures
Visiting a watch manufacture provides a look deep inside the heart and soul of a precision timepiece. A peek behind the doors will expand your appreciation for the craftsmanship, engineering and...
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Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador Lady Diamonds
When I think of Cuervo y Sobrinos, I think of watches with bold designs and retro styling dating back to the brand’s 19th century Havana roots. I also think of mostly men’s watches, though a few of...
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Strapped for Time: Style Straps for Vintage Timepieces
No need to be stuck with the strap that came with your new or vintage watch. Strap makers across the globe offer stylish options. Someone once said that when you wear a watch, eighty percent of your...
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SIHH Preview: A. Lange Söhne, Audemars Piguet, Cartier, Panerai, Piaget
Each year, iW treks to Geneva for the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH). Beginning Jan. 19, 16 watch brands reveal their latest products which you will see in stores and brand...
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A Technical Look at the MB&F HM6 Space Pirate
The MB&F HM6 Space Pirate protects its flying tourbillon with a sapphire sphere and a wink –and conquers the universe. Visions of space travel have again inspired Max Busser to design a new...
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