What makes a Moser watch, ‘a Moser’? I am not speaking of the high profile pieces that have garnered broad media coverage but the ‘bread and butter’ of the brand – what they make and sell. Perhaps visually at least,… Read More ›
Independent brands
independent watchmakers and brands
HANDS-ON : Kurono Bunkyō Tokyo by Hajime Asaoka
The world of independent watchmaking will always be a niche one, in large part by dint of the small production numbers, as well as for the higher average entry price point into it. But even within such a niche the… Read More ›
NEW : H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Tourbillon Concept Vantablack®
Last year we shared with you H.Moser & Cie’s Endeavour Perpetual Moon Concept Vantablack®, a watch whose dial material, for those with no experience with it, really has to be seen to be fully appreciated. As mentioned previously, Vantablack® is… Read More ›
INDUSTRY NEWS : Greubel Forsey Departs SIHH/ Watches & Wonders Geneva
The departures from watch fairs continues, with Greubel Forsey announcing that they will not be attending the re-named Watches & Wonders Geneva from 2020 onwards. Also following in the path of much larger brands who have changed tack, they will… Read More ›
HANDS-ON : David Candaux DC6-Solstice
A third generation watchmaker and AHCI member, this year David Candaux presented the DC6 Half Hunter Tourbillon Series. The Solstice collection that is the subject of today’s post uses the same design, movements, and finishing as the Half Hunters, but… Read More ›
INDUSTRY NEWS : Resignations at ochs und junior
In a post on his Instagram account, ochs und junior CEO Beat Weinmann announced his departure and that of four others from the brand he co-founded in 2006 with Kurt König and Ludwig Oechslin. Known for its distinctive aesthetic as… Read More ›
HANDS-ON : H. Moser & Cie Pioneer Perpetual Calendar MD
Formerly known as the Perpetual 1 and H.Moser & Cie’s first piece when the brand was re-launched in 2005, the Endeavour Perpetual Calendar, revamped by the Meylan family who purchased the Moser Group in 2012, has had a number of… Read More ›
NEW : Project LpX by MB&F + Loupe System
Project LpX is Loupe System’s first collaboration with MB&F, bringing the latter’s nod to a previous collaboration into a stand for the best loupe in the business. As a long time owner, it is difficult to imagine not having one… Read More ›
HANDS-ON : David Rutten Meteorite Watches DR01 Streamline
When the David Rutten Meteorite Watches brand and its inaugural model the DR01 Streamline were launched, like many I was curious (especially as a sub CHF 10,000 meteorite watch), but as it is a niche limited edition (88 pieces) watch… Read More ›
NEW : RJ Arraw Spider-Man Tourbillon
Swiss independent watch brand RJ (previously known as Romain Jerome) have again partnered with Marvel Studios for a new limited edition Spider-Man watch (you may recall the one from last year, this time in the form of the Arraw Spider-Man… Read More ›
