Chronos May issue (vol. 75) on sale April 3rd
In recent years, SIHH, along with the exhibition of luxury watch brands held in Geneva at the same time, has been expanding in size year by year. In 2018, Hermès joined SIHH from Baselworld, and the "Carré des Horlogers," which brings together booths from independent brands and independent watchmakers, also saw an increase in its number. So why does Geneva attract so many luxury watch brands? Through in-depth coverage on the ground, we uncover the "secret of its attraction."
Despite being designed for professionals, it is popular with many people. There are very few watches like this in the history of watches. Why did the Navitimer, a pilot's tool released in 1952, become an icon in the watch industry? Let's take a look at its history spanning more than half a century and its latest steps.
Market changes, the spread of new materials, and the rise of smartwatches—the environment surrounding the watch industry is undergoing major changes from five years ago. In this climate, what direction are companies aiming for, and where are they trying to find a landing spot? We've selected 10 topics from the Chronos editorial team to take a macroscopic look at the turbulent times in the watch industry and what the solutions to these challenges might be.
The "Watch Theory Salon" is a place where young people gather to learn about challenges, evolution, and succession, led by Shoichiro Komaki, a leading authority on watch theory. We take a closer look at the passion of the young people who gather at the salon.
This is a translation and test article from the German edition of Chronos. This time we will be looking at the Omega Speedmaster Racing Master Chronometer and the Breitling Navitimer Rattrapante.
This year marks the 150th anniversary of IWC's founding. Among the much-anticipated Jubilee Collection is a seemingly unassuming model that is quintessentially IWC: the Da Vinci Automatic "150 Years," featuring the brand's new Caliber 82200 movement with Pellaton automatic winding, a 30mm diameter movement.
When I look at the company Chanel, I sometimes feel as if Gabrielle Chanel is still alive today. The ingenious packaging, the obsession with detail, and the lightness that doesn't even hint at it. Just as Gabrielle Chanel gave a brief story about her life, Chanel doesn't waste words talking about herself. However, good fortune comes from waiting. One day, I received an email that said, "If you have time, why not take a look at Chanel watchmaking?"
