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Chasing the Naples Night: The DOXA SUB 200T Afterglow x Exquisite Timepieces
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Quill & Pad is an editorial-driven watch publication founded by Elizabeth Doerr and Ian Skellern, both veterans of the watch industry. Based in Germany but global in outlook, Quill & Pad is known for deeply reported features on independent watchmakers, detailed critiques of major releases, and a willingness to challenge industry orthodoxy. Its contributors include some of the most respected names in watch journalism.
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Hong Kong - The lingering fair
It feels like ages since the 45th Hong Kong Watch and Clock Fair (HKWCF) closed its doors as a physical event.
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Konstantin Chaykin ThinKing Mystery: The Weightless Joker
Historically, gentlemen of a certain class never wanted to be reminded of their watch. Think back to the roaring 20s or the sharp style of mid-century evening wear
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Hong Kong: It’s All About Energy
Trade fairs remain a powerful tool for commerce in many industries, especially when it comes to fashion of all kinds, including watches. Not all fairs are alike; each has its own personality, often reflective of the local ecosystem.
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A good way to make a watch last forever. Well, almost.
Part of the appeal of watchmaking is that watchmakers often set themselves seemingly impossible goals: an ultra-thin movement, a highly complex movement, a highly skeletonized movement, a transparent movement, a movement with a power reserve that far exceeds practical requirements.
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A World in Platinum: The Andersen Genève Communication 45 and the Art of the Worldtimer
Remember when travel actually felt like an adventure? Today, instant texts and video calls make the whole world feel tiny. We seem to have completely lost the romance of distance. But not so long ago, crossing the globe took real effort.
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Hong Kong: Watch-World’s Other Hub
You can surf the web all you want, but there is nothing like actually seeing a watch in the metal, feeling its weight on your wrist, the firm yet gentle grip of the strap, and gazing into the depth of its dial and realizing: "This is The One." And a fair is one of the best places to find a match.
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League of severe decorative style, thanks to the preserved gold part of the 7750
In early April 2026, Kudoke unveiled the Tremblage versions of the Kudoke 1 and 2 models from the Handwerk collection. The eye-catching dials, decorated with traditional centuries-old hand-engraving techniques, now adorn the brand's leading models.
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The Nivada Grenchen F77 MKII: Refining the Integrated Ideal
The late 1970s were a wildly transitional era for horology, one where the delicate, fragile elegance of the dress watch was shoved aside for the bold integrated steel sports watch.
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H. Moser & Cie: Inside an Unbrand
Everyone loves a maverick. The definition comes from husbandry: an unbranded stray calf that belongs to no one. Or a person or organization that refuses to conform.
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Return of the Pool Watch by Tamim Almousa
I love a 5-star hotel. I love dressing up and hanging out in the lobby, serenaded by soft piano music, the murmurs of the crowd, the intermittent chime of the elevator arriving.
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14 Features That Make Moritz Grossmann WatchesStand Out
First, I want to clarify that there is no debate in the literal sense. Moritz Grossmann (hereinafter MGr) and A. Lange & Söhne (hereinafter ALS) carefully communicate as if the other does not exist, operating as though they are in two separate universes, despite being located next door in the same small town.
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Circling Back to Excellence: The Trilobe x Exquisite Timepieces Trent-Deux Purple Limited Edition
There is something to be said for the steady, low-frequency hum of a busy terminal airport lounge mid-morning.
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How to Choose Between Buying a Vacheron Constantin or H. Moser & Cie Watch
Look closely at the modern Swiss watch industry today and you’re quickly forced to pick a side depending on what actually matters to you in a luxury watch today.
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The Inventor and the Survivor: Breguet Vs Vacheron Constantin
Put two authentic, luxury timepieces on a table, and you won’t kill a conversation. There may, however, be a second or so of awkward silence, as the recipient takes in what the hand has achieved.
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Watches & Wonders 2026: See for Yourself
What’s fashionable and trendy in watches? The world’s leading watch exhibition has the answers.
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An Overview of the New Czapek & Cie Antarctique Titanium Cosmic Blue Releases
Those lucky enough to have walked the carpeted halls of Palexpo during the annual Watches and Wonders exhibition this year may have found the sheer volume of novelties both fascinating and overwhelming all at once.
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New Release: Laurent Ferrier Sport Traveller Slate Grey
At this year's Watches & Wonders exhibition, the brand is presenting the Sport Traveller, arguably the most practical watch in its collection.
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Good Vibrations: Armin Strom reveals the Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 First Edition
We all know that watchmakers love complications. Throughout history, the quest for ever greater chronometric precision has produced a wide range of mechanisms, like the tourbillon, which has been mastered by many and improved. The post Good Vibrations: Armin Strom reveals the Minute Repeater Resonance 12:59 First Edition appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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Old-World Guilloché vs. The Geneva Tradition: Breguet and Patek Philippe Compared
Torn between Breguet and Patek Philippe? We compare their royal histories, iconic movements, and market value to help you choose your masterpiece. The post Old-World Guilloché vs. The Geneva Tradition: Breguet and Patek Philippe Compared appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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New Release: Lab Series 1 by Holthinrichs Watches skilfully transports us into a retrofuturistic reality
Today, I present two new models that caught my attention: the automatic Lab Series 1.S, which offers the rare combination of automatic winding and small seconds, and the Lab Series 1.GMT, featuring a straightforward second time zone function with a central 24-hour GMT hand. The post New Release: Lab Series 1 by Holthinrichs Watches skilfully transports us into a retrofuturistic reality appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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Unlocking the Mechanical Secrets of the New Felipe Pikullik Sternenhimmel FPA1
Most luxury timepieces are designed as closed, finalised systems, but the new Felipe Pikullik Sternenhimmel FPA1 is a brilliant architectural rarity. The post Unlocking the Mechanical Secrets of the New Felipe Pikullik Sternenhimmel FPA1 appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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Clash of the Titans: A Comprehensive Guide to Blancpain vs. Jaeger-LeCoultre
On one path stands Blancpain, a brand wrapped in the romance of antiquity and contemporary defiance. On the other path stands Jaeger-LeCoultre, the intellectual powerhouse frequently revered as the watchmaker of watchmakers. Which do you choose? The post Clash of the Titans: A Comprehensive Guide to Blancpain vs. Jaeger-LeCoultre appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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The Dancing Cage: 10 Best Tourbillon Watches
In my experience, few things in high-end watchmaking catch the eye like the tourbillon. Its hypnotic motion is mesmerising, turning timekeeping into a visual performance. The post The Dancing Cage: 10 Best Tourbillon Watches appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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Aurum Awakened: Armin Strom Unveils the New Tribute 2 Aurum Edition
The new Armin Strom Tribute 2 Aurum caught my attention immediately with its striking gold-coated mainplate hand-finished with the rare tremblage engraving technique, giving the dial-side an exceptional textured surface that plays with light and depth. The post Aurum Awakened: Armin Strom Unveils the New Tribute 2 Aurum Edition appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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The Pattern of Perfection: Sartory Billard and Exquisite Timepieces Collaborate on the SB04-E
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Inflection: Atelier Wen’s Groundbreaking Full-Tantalum Flagship
The Inflection by Atelier Wen makes a striking statement with its tantalum case, a rare, durable metal with a naturally dark, steely hue that evolves beautifully over time. It’s a watch that feels as unique to the wrist as it is in the light, turning material innovation into art. The post Inflection: Atelier Wen’s Groundbreaking Full-Tantalum Flagship appeared first on Quill & Pad.
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Laurent Ferrier’s Auto Sport 79 in Rose Gold
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A Skyline Worth Waiting For - the Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto Horizon
The Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto Horizon tells the story of the balance between beauty and function.
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A Collector’s View: Blancpain Introduces the Grande Double Sonnerie
So much to say! As you can tell I was quite impressed indeed with the Grande Double Sonnerie, as well as with the transparency with which Blancpain welcomed enthusiasts and writers.
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