Technology & Watch Knowledge

Luxury mechanical watches have evolved far beyond mere accessories. They are cultural icons, status symbols and for many collectors, a serious alternative investment. Over the last decade, the watch market has developed its own economy, shaped by scarcity, global demand, and a highly informed collector base. But is a watch truly a good investment? And which misconceptions persist? Watches as …

How fine watchmaking continues to thrive between craftsmanship, innovation, and the digital revolution. A Cultural Icon: More Than Just a Timekeeper In a world where smartphones display the time with atomic precision, the mechanical watch stands as a symbol of permanence.It’s no longer a utility, but an object of heritage, identity, and emotional connection. Its magic lies in its mechanics: …

Luxury Meets Responsibility For a long time, the world of luxury watches was defined by craftsmanship, exclusivity, and prestige. But by 2025, the definition of true excellence has evolved. Today’s discerning customers expect more than outstanding engineering and timeless design — they demand a clear commitment to environmental awareness and social responsibility. Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword; it …

When Masterpieces comes up with this, watch connoisseurs applaud. Sophisticated craftsmanship is hidden behind the inconspicuous function, which was sensational when it made its debut. Flyback watches are still being designed today because they are timelessly fascinating and testify to the expertise of the respective brand. Groundbreaking invention: Restart on the fly Chronographs are precision tools for measuring the duration …

An incomplete heirloom, rough signs of wear or a desire for a breath of fresh air: there are many reasons to treat your timepiece to a new strap. Textile, metal, leather or rubber strap: the choice of material depends less on the style of the luxury watch. Rather, individual lifestyle and taste point the way to the ideal watch strap. …

By chance, the exclusive timepiece comes into his sights and is snapped up for little money. A few years later, all expectations were exceeded: The bargain turned into an expensive rarity. Success stories like this about watches that have not depreciated in value sometimes require a bit of luck as well as know-how. If you are aware of this, timelessly …

If the self-winding masterpiece is worn only occasionally, the power reserve reaches its limits and the movement comes to a standstill. Many experts share the opinion that exclusive time indicators do not like the condition in the long term. Regardless, it is convenient not to have to make all the adjustments after a period of rest. We reveal which watch …

Anyone who prefers mechanical masterpieces knows that accuracy and precision have become impressive, but they have their limits. Certain deviations are understood as a commitment to craftsmanship, but large differences as a signal – for errors in wearing, the longed-for revision or the purchase of a timepiece that better fits the lifestyle. Vision versus reality in mechanical masterpieces The ideal …

The alarm complication in the wristwatch looks back on an eventful and exciting history. The history ranges from the highly sophisticated beginnings in the early 20th century to the boom from the 1960s to today’s wide range of watches with an alarm function. Affordable battery-powered smartwatches in luxurious guise are available today, as are elaborate automatic watches with mechanical alarm …

«Watches and test results of a young legend» The Powermatic 80 movement is a development of the Tissot watch brand in collaboration with ETA movements. The caliber is based on the ETA 2824-2, which has proven itself for decades, but has been modified to increase the power reserve to 80 hours. This is achieved through various optimizations, including an extended …