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Around a quarter of San Francisco lost power due to a major electrical substation fire, affecting 130,000 utility accounts. Outages mainly concentrated in the Western part of the city, causing economi

Dalibor Farny has released the unique Omnixie Nixie Clock, featuring handmade Nixie tubes that emit a warm glow. Limited to 300 pieces, the clock has a blackened aluminum frame and dark stained wood v

David Candaux, mentored by Philippe Dufour, specializes in titanium watches, crafting movements and cases with exquisite finishing. The use of titanium is rare in watchmaking, known for its difficulty

Vacheron Constantin presents an exceptional clock with intricate features, including automaton, chiming, and astronomical elements. This masterpiece, part of the brand's 270th celebration, boasts rema

Many of our members have formulated some incorrect assumptions about tariffs. This short article is designed to help clear up some of the misconceptions and incorrect assumptions. Many people assume t

Patek Philippe is rumored to increase USA retail prices by 15% on 15-September-2025 due to the strong Swiss Franc, rising gold prices, and new USA tariffs. Retailer margins may decrease to 30% and pay

Bulgari Watch boasts a talented design director, Fabrizio Buonamassa, known for his Italian roots and connections with Japanese artists and architects. The collaboration between Bulgari and Lee Ufan,

Google AI compared Bulgari movements BVL 138 720 and BVL 138 721. 138 720 is more decorative and intricate, while 138 721 is modern and robust. Changes include more efficient winding system, larger ba

Introducing the M.A.D. 1-S Grow Your Dreams Timepiece in collaboration with artist Mr. Yinka Ilori. Featuring colorful straps, this watch symbolizes dreams' growth over time. Limited to 400 pieces eac

Micro rotors were created to make watches thinner by replacing traditional large rotors. Pioneered in the 1970s, they faced some issues initially, with the Patek Philippe 240 becoming a standout in 19

MING's new WorldTimer 29.01 Midnight impresses with unique bar spring in movement, similar to higher-end Vacheron Constantin. This costly feature enhances manufacturing methods, distinguishing it from

The Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie, which offers training and certifications to watch industry salespeople, administers a challenging Watch Knowledge Certification Test in ten languages. The 160-que

Mod Patrick_y advises caution after initially dismissing watch servicing. Collins raw data shows Chopard watch gaining inaccurate times up to 23 seconds, exceeding COSC specs. Watchmaker's advice vali

Honey Gold, introduced by Lange in 2010, is a pale gold that is harder than traditional 18K gold, rumored to be 75% gold with copper and zinc. Exclusive to Lange, only thirteen references have been ma

The article discusses the naming of Rolex watch models, focusing on the questionable choice of 'Land Dweller.' The author praises 'Sea Dweller' and 'Sky Dweller' for their logical names reflecting the

Rolex introduces the groundbreaking 7135 movement, considered the most advanced in the world. Featuring innovations like Syloxi technology, a ceramic balance staff holder, and a double-wheel escapemen

Moderator Patrick_y discusses the mass manufacturing trend in the watch industry, highlighting how assembly lines have replaced artisan creation, impacting creativity and individuality. While efficien

Ressence Type 7, a Belgian timepiece with an oil-filled dial driven by magnets. The oil enhances legibility, resistant to temperature changes, and maintains consistency. Priced at 36,000 CHF or $42,50

MB&F introduces a disco-inspired watch, Swiss Made by La Joux Perret with an instantaneous hour jump. The spinning rotor mirrors a turntable, the 42mm watch includes cool packaging resembling a turnta

Five years of wearing the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic, Stigliani's design, Patrick_y replaces his Patek Philippe. The unique watch, inspired by Roman architecture, is a modern icon. Stigliani's s