Watchmaking
3 articles
Watches & Jewelry
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.
Santiago Acosta·October 23, 2026
Watches & Jewelry
Micro-painting techniques in high-end watches defy mass production
A single micro-painted timepiece, like Girard-Perregaux's Cosmos model, commands a price tag of $371,000, placing it in a league of its own for miniature artistry.
Katerina Volkova·August 22, 2026
Watches & Jewelry
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 .
Santiago Acosta·June 22, 2026