Haute Horlogerie
5 articles
Two Balances, One Beat: How Resonance Is Engineered Into Modern Haute Horlogerie
Resonance in mechanical watches enhances accuracy by synchronizing two balance wheels, with modern haute horlogerie employing distinct engineering approaches. This article compares F.P. Journe's indirect mainplate coupling and Armin Strom's direct clutch spring, detailing their impact on precision and synchronization.
Why the Breguet Tourbillon Stopped Being About Accuracy and Became About Art
Originally invented by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1801 to counteract gravity's effect on pocket watches, the tourbillon's functional necessity for accuracy has diminished in modern wristwatches. Today, its value lies in showcasing exceptional artisanal skill through intricate craftsmanship like guilloché, hand-engraving, and Grand Feu enamelling.
What Are Watch Complications and Why Do They Matter?
In 2005, the Superbia Humanitatis earned a Guinness World Record for its 1,116 components, according to Time+Tide Watches .
Richard Mille unveils RM HJ-02 tourbillon watches with gem embellishments
Each watch in Richard Mille's new RM HJ-02 collection is adorned with an astonishing 1,399 precious and ornamental stones, meticulously applied using three distinct setting techniques.
Audemars Piguet Unveils Striking Red Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon
Audemars Piguet has just released a new Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon, limited to just 150 pieces, featuring a striking red tourbillon and a $225,000 price tag, born from an unexpected collabora