Results for Watches and Wonders Geneva

Bucherer x L’Epée: A Perfect Symbiosis of Past, Present and Future

Hermes Paints and Sews a Galloping Horse onto the Arceau

Explained: Barrels, Mainsprings, and the Trade-off Between Power Reserve and Energy

Every mechanical watch employs at least one mainspring barrel as its energy source. When a watch is wound, the coils of the mainspring tighten, storing potential energy which is then slowly released through the gear train to the escapement. The mainspring is enclosed in a toothed barrel, essentially a drum covered by gear teeth. As a result the barrel is often considered to be the first wheel of the going train.  Although one is the norm, two or even more barrels can be employed, typically to generate more energy. Double barrel movements usually feature two mainsprings kinematically linked in one of two ways: in parallel or in series. The number of mainsprings, energy stored, and power reserve are illustrated with equations (1), (2), and (3): As described by equation (1), the energy of a single barrel E is a function of its torque, angular discharge velocity and running time (autonomy). Linking two identical barrels naturally means having twice the energy, so 2E. By convenient association, equation (2) exploits the available energy to double the torque sent to the gear train, while equation (3) takes advantage of the total energy by doubling the running time.  Parallel barrels The parallel arrangement of barrels embodies equation (2), which delivers twice the torque, increasing the energy available to run the movement (but not increasing the running time). Here two barrels unwind at the same time on a centre pinion connected to a second mobile of the going train. An embo...

Pre-Owned Picks: A Neo-Vintage Audemars Piguet, A Limited Edition Breitling Navitimer Rattrapante, And A Late ’80s Rolex Sea-Dweller

Plus a wild card entry from Bell & Ross.

HODINKEE Radio: What Watch Brands Get Right (And Wrong) About Proportions

More than midsize, today's episode runs the gamut, including our well-proportioned watch wish list.

Introducing: It's Finally Here: Omega Announces A White Dial Speedmaster In Steel – Oh, And It's A Lacquer Dial

We saw it last year on the wrist of Daniel Craig but after five months of waiting, we finally know what's up with that white Speedmaster.

Cyrus Klepsys Dice Saffron Double Chronograph: Colorful and More Useful than a Rattrapante Chrono

The concept behind the Klepsys Dice Saffron Double Chronograph is that in many sports, you like to compare times of competitors starting simultaneously. Martin Green explains how Cyrus solved that.

Nomos Club Campus Gets New “Nonstop Red” and “Endless Blue” Liveries

Sincere Fine Watches presents a special Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860 Officer in royal blue

Morgan Stanley And LuxeConsult Publish Swiss Watch Industry’s Top 50 Companies For 2023

Vintage Watches: Elton John Shows Us That Vintage Chopard Is Worth A Revisit

After attending the "Goodbye Peachtree Road" auction preview, I fell down a very eclectic Chopard rabbit hole.

This Week In The Shop: Five Of Our Favorite Watches Under $3,000

Running the gamut from a watch-newbie-friendly Hamilton to an eco-conscious Oris.

Backgammon And Watch Strategy With Benjamin Comar, CEO Of Piaget

In 2021, Benjamin Comar assumed the role of CEO at Piaget amidst the challenging backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic reaching its peak. However, Comar’s ascent to this position was not without merit. With an impressive 25-year tenure within the Richemont Group, his career trajectory speaks volumes. He embarked on his journey in 1992 at Cartier, […]

Hands-On: How Hamilton Made A Watch For 'Dune Part: 2' And Turned It Into Two Illuminating Limited Editions

Long known for its association with cinema, Hamilton went full sci-fi with a pair of film-inspired Venturas.

Vulcain x Seconde/Seconde/ x Revolution Cricket Tradition “Vulcain Salute”: Live Long And Prosper!

Long name aside, the Cricket Tradition “Vulcain Salute” is an awesomely vintage reissue of a Vulcain Cricket with a quirky twist.

Inside Sincere Fine Watches’ largest SHH flagship boutique in the world

New Release: Louis Moinet Astronef Techno Unique Piece Featuring Two Flying Tourbillons and a Eye-Catching Iridescent High-Tech Silicon Wafer Dial

The ever-changing colors of the silicon wafer dial on the Louis Moinet Astronef Techno are not caused by light reflections but by iridescence. This is the phenomenon of a surface changing color as the angle of view or the angle of illumination changes. But there is much more to this unique piece watch than a stunning dial.

Asking Akio Naito – President Of Seiko Watches – About Grand Seiko In The USA

What does Grand Seiko's new Madison Avenue boutique represent for the brand in America?

Why I Bought It: Collector Quentin R. Bufogle and his 2006 Omega De Ville Chronoscope Chronograph

If you would've told Quentin R. Bufogle six months ago that he'd pass on a Breguet Type XX in favor of an Omega, he might've thought you were crazy. What changed his mind? Granted that in terms of sheer aesthetics, it ticks all the right boxes for him. But there's much more to it.

Gift Guide: Ten Watches To Commemorate The Year Of The Dragon

As Lunar New Year celebrations continue, we're rounding up our favorite pieces to ring in the Year of the Wood Dragon with proper fanfare.

Five of the Most Underrated Watches of the Last Year

Why 2024 might be the slimmest year on record, thanks to Piaget, Bulgari and Richard Mille

Staff Picks: Our Favorite Watches For Valentine's Day

From the obvious red to the positively cartoonish, our picks run the gamut.

Conspiracy Theories and Myths: JFK Assassination by CIA, Moon Landing Faked, 911 an Inside Job, Lemmings Jump of Cliffs, and Rolex Restricts Supply to Boost Prices

The (or at least one) definition of Faith is a strongly held conviction or belief that is not based on proof. Faith in a conviction is a powerful force that can bond many people together for good or for evil. Ian Skellern debunks a few falsehoods, including Rolex deliberately limiting supply.

Introducing Citizen’s New Limited-Edition Attesa Watches

Dior’s Masculine Chiffre Rouge Watch Is Back, and It’s Pure Sleekness

Shop Spotlight: Timex And seconde/seconde/ Are Back And Think Your Ex Is A Total Loser

This Valentine's Day, the gang reunites to get the final jab in at your ex in the form of a limited edition take on the Q Timex.

A New Setting for the Geneva School of Watchmaking

Frederique Constant and Its Complicated Dress Watch Would Make Watchmakers of Yore Proud

Patek Discontinues Fan Favorite 5164A, And Other Models As February Price Increases Take Effect

In addition to the Aquanaut Travel Time going away, Patek has trimmed down their Nautilus product line.