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Tourbillon

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Master watchmaker's hands delicately assembling the intricate mechanism of a Breguet tourbillon watch, highlighting precision and artisanal skill.
Watches & Jewelry

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.

Santiago Acosta·June 26, 2026
A luxurious Richard Mille RM HJ-02 tourbillon watch, heavily embellished with 1,399 precious and ornamental stones in blue, pink, violet, and green hues, displayed on a dark, sophisticated surface.
Watches & Jewelry

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.

Santiago Acosta·May 28, 2026