All articles tagged with #luxury watches
Breitling’s private-equity owners have slashed its valuation to as little as half its 2023 level, as weak demand, a costly store rollout, and US tariffs weigh on performance. CVC and Partners Group are reviewing strategy and considering cost cuts, with the potential for an IPO in the 2027–2029 window.
Felix Salmon reviews FP Journe’s Chronomètre à Résonance, a 38mm wristwatch that uses two independent balance wheels which synchronize to show identical times on both displays. The piece argues this watch blends physics and art, earning its status as a landmark of 21st‑century horology; retail price is $170,000, but secondary-market versions can fetch hundreds of thousands up to millions, underscoring its dual role as timekeeper and conceptual artwork.
The article describes a two-day, invitation-only watch collector event called RollieFest held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where enthusiasts and dealers gather to admire and trade high-end watches worth thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars, highlighting the passion and exclusivity of the horology community.
The article highlights the top six vintage-inspired watches of 2025, showcasing re-editions and modern takes on classic designs from brands like Cartier, Chronoswiss, Longines, Omega, Vacheron Constantin, and Zenith, emphasizing craftsmanship, historical homage, and innovative materials.
Audemars Piguet has created the RD#5, an impressive and innovative version of the iconic Royal Oak, celebrating its 150th anniversary. This watch features a 39mm case with a flyback chronograph and flying tourbillon, packed into a remarkably thin 8.1mm design thanks to patented innovations in its Calibre 8001 movement, combining complex mechanics with a stylish titanium and palladium-based case.
The article reviews the top integrated and elegant sports watches of 2025, highlighting models from brands like F.P. Journe, Girard-Perregaux, IWC, Rolex, Tissot, Trilobe, and independents, showcasing innovation, craftsmanship, and modern design in the high-end watch industry.
The article reviews the top five GMT and world timer watches of 2025, highlighting models from Bovet, Doxa, Louis Vuitton, Nomos, and Tudor, each offering unique features for globetrotters and watch enthusiasts.
Breguet had an exceptional year in 2025, celebrating its 250th anniversary with groundbreaking new models that showcased impressive craftsmanship, innovative movements, and bold designs, reaffirming its status as a top watch brand despite some industry criticisms.
The article reviews the best dress watches of 2025, highlighting notable models from brands like Breguet, Chopard, Daniel Roth, Laurent Ferrier, Patek Philippe, and Rolex, emphasizing their elegant designs, technical innovations, and historical significance.
Maurice Lacroix has released a striking new version of its Aikon Skeleton watch, featuring a black DLC case, turquoise accents, and a bold 45mm size, embracing the popular black and turquoise trend. Priced at $8,500 and limited to 100 pieces, it stands out for its design but faces criticism for its size and high price compared to competitors.
The article highlights the rise of stone dial watches in 2025, focusing on the affordable yet sophisticated AC2 Volcán by Anders & Co., which features a variety of stone dials, a sleek design inspired by classic dress watches, and a quartz movement, all at a price under $700.
Seiko has released new galaxy-inspired Astron GPS Solar watches, featuring starry night dials and space-themed designs, with limited editions of 1,500 pieces each priced at $2,400 and $2,900, emphasizing their advanced satellite communication technology and space-inspired aesthetics.
Giorgio Galli has transformed Timex from a mass-market brand into a more aspirational and 'cool' label by launching the higher-end Atelier line, emphasizing quality, craftsmanship, and a new sense of luxury while maintaining the brand's democratic ethos and heritage.
Brellum has launched the Pandial Power Reserve Chronometer LE, a limited edition (33 pieces) watch blending design elements from its catalogue, featuring a 43mm steel case, multi-level panda dial, COSC-certified Valjoux 7750-based movement, and available exclusively through its website for CHF 3,125.
Filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola is selling seven luxury watches, including a rare F.P. Journe prototype, at a December auction to recover from the financial losses of his film Megalopolis, which grossed only $14.4 million against a $120 million budget.