Independents

Explore Ludovic Ballouard's 2012 new models: the Half Time and updated Upside Down. Discover his unique approach to time display and the mechanical intricacies of these independent watchmaking creations.

Explore De Bethune's 2012 new models: the DB28 Aiguille d'Or, DB28 Special Edition in black and silver, and the convertible Dream Watch IV. Discover unique independent watchmaking.

Explore Greubel Forsey's 2012 SIHH releases, including the new GMT with its 25° Inclined Tourbillon 24 Seconds. SJX details the innovative multi-time zone calibre and its unique globe indicator.

Mark in Paris reviews his De Bethune DB25, exploring the unique appeal of independent watchmaking. Discover its aesthetics, technical prowess, and collector insights.

Explore Kari Voutilainen's workshop with Gary G, featuring insights into his chronographs, decimal repeaters, and the meticulous finishing process of his independent watchmaking.

Gary G reviews Greubel Forsey's SIHH 2012 novelties, including the 24-degree tourbillon, GMT, and Double Tourbillon Technique, plus the 'Le Garde Temps' project with Philippe Dufour.

Discover Greubel Forsey's 2012 SIHH highlights: the GMT, Quadruple Tourbillon Secret, and Tourbillon 24 Seconds Contemporain, showcasing their innovative complications.

Foversta shares his Peter Speake-Marin Spirit Pioneer, a watch symbolizing 'Fight, Love, Persevere.' Discover the personal story and community insights on independent watchmaking.

Discover the Grönefeld One Hertz, a captivating independent watch with 'Seconde Morte' complication, praised for its design and movement finishing.

Discover Grieb & Benzinger's limited Year of the Dragon 2012 watch collection, featuring hand-skeletonized, guilloché, and engraved movements.

Discover the Speake-Marin Renaissance Tourbillon Minute Repeater. An open-dial, slim Piccadilly case watch with a unique hand-engraved movement.

Ornatus-Mundi and Ming Thein test Leica cameras for watch photography, capturing the Habring² Dead Seconds. See macro results and insights.

See the Laurent Ferrier Galet Tourbillon in rose gold, a unique piece stirring debate on brand identity. KIH shares exclusive photos and community reactions.