Category: Features
Inside The Watch Atelier…Meet Angus
We have partnered with The Watch Atelier, a state-of-the-art service centre, to bring you a new monthly series, Inside The Watch Atelier..., which will give a fascinating ‘behind-the-scenes’ insight into the world of watchmaking, servicing and…
How Women Can Successfully Grow Their Luxury Watch Collections
Exclusive feature for MWM by Corinne Faith Osborn Wristwatches have evolved greatly through time. Beyond being a 'statement item' and a piece of fine jewellery, watches have also become something to collect for women with…
BOOK REVIEW: The Changing Face of Early Modern Time, 1550–1770
The Changing Face of Early Modern Time, 1550–1770 is an extraordinary book in every way, exploring the changing use of clocks and watches offering new insights into early perceptions of time and its practical use.…
History In Your Hands: Oliver Cromwell’s Watch
Welcome to the first in our series, History In Your Hands, which will feature important historical and contemporary watches. Recently, I had the great pleasure of meeting Johnny Wachsmann, Founder of Pieces of Time, the…
BOOK REVIEW: The Rise and Decline of England’s Watchmaking Industry, 1550–1930
If you want an in-depth analysis and opinion of the extraordinary 380-year history of English Watchmaking, then look no further than the brilliant book, The Rise and Decline of England's Watchmaking Industry, 1550–1930 by Alun C. Davies.…
Poljot-International Create Stylish Mechanical Watches Inspired By Tradition
Poljot-International have been producing stylish mechanical watches inspired by traditional watchmaking history for thirty years. Tourbillons, Skeletons & more. Poljot-International Manufacture For several years, the Poljot-International brand was overshadowed by the Alexander Shorokhoff brand. However,…
Sherpa Integrate Tibetan Buddhist Prayer Wheel Into Watch Movement
Every timepiece created by Sherpa Watches has a story. Each watch is hand built and represents the craftmanship of the German and Swiss watch makers, case manufacturers, dial creators and mechanical engineers involved. Sherpa combine the…
Praesidus Watches Bring The Spirit Of The Military Into Their Timepieces
Praesidus is a veteran-driven watch brand that aims to recreate the timepieces worn by WWII heroes. The original A-11 watch was one of the most iconic US military watches. It is famous for its instrumental…
Sherpa Blend Iconic Design With State-of-the-Art Engineering
Sherpa Watches is dedicated to bringing back the most legendary watch models and has re-introduced two classic models - the Ultradive and OPS. Founder of Sherpa Watches is Swiss born mechanical engineer, watch enthusiast and…