Innovation is often understood very abstractly in watchmaking. It's loosely synonymous with "new" and "different," and generally coupled to materials, complications, and design.
And there's really only one way to do this: speak directly with the masters of the domain. In this case, we spoke with Jean-François Mojon, founder of the complications and innovation workshop, Chronode SA, and Technical Director of Cyrus Genève.
Read MoreRex is the name given to the latest iteration of Urwerk’s UR-100 collection. It carries both Urwerk’s genome in its satellite hours and that of its namesake in the primal texture of its reinforced hide of bronze. The UR-100V T-Rex is decidedly a creature you’ll want to tame.
Read MoreEvery year, the GPHG Awards acts as a pulse check for the state of mechanical watchmaking. 350 industry professionals - executives, prominent collectors, journalists - come together to cast their;r vote for the best watch divided by category. These are our two key takeaways from the recent award ceremony..
Read MoreWelcome to EsperLuxe where we’ve dedicated generations to seeking, finding and showcasing emotion in the form of product. Our partners are incredible artisans, craftsmen and women and you’ll find their work curated and detailed on our platform. We’ll tell you their stories and show you what makes their stuff so special.
Read MoreURWERK, has put into orbit a newcomer in its UR-Satellite collection: the UR-220 “Falcon Project”. With its manually wound movement and control board on its back, the new UR-220 goes back to URWERK’s earlier technologies in a case that is sleeker, more ergonomic and as stunning as ever.
Read MoreWhen we saw Gaël Petermann and Florian Bédat's first product under their eponymous brand, Petermann Bédat, we recognized immediately that independent horology has some exciting times ahead.
Read Morehe most common way of assessing the artistic value of a watch is through its craftsmanship. beyond craftsmanship and technique, there is another way to think of art. So, what does conceptual horology even look like? Let's take a look at three examples.
Read MoreIt's tough to put a finger on the pulse of why watches inspire such intense interest out of "collectors." Over the last few weeks, I spoke with some of our most well-versed horology enthusiast friends to get a better grasp on what makes a watch collector tick.
Read MoreAt Esperluxe, we’ve handled many of the world’s most exquisite independent watches. From Kari Voutilainen and Akrivia to Urwerk and MB&F we are very familiar with the magic that leads collectors down the rabbit hole of independent watchmaking. What are the real reasons to buy an independent? What patterns do we see in our business?
Read MoreHistory shows us that crises tend to have deep spiritual implications. We know that the Quartz Crisis wasn’t merely defined by shifts in supply and demand. It was also an awakening, or forced evolution. If it's fair to say that crises can accelerate change, then what should we expect from the watch industry in the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic?
Read MoreOver the last week, rapid developments all over the world and here in our home city of Boston have put things into perspective.
Read MoreAbout 6 months ago, the watchmaker partnered with a quiet giant: the legendary casemaker, Jean-Pierre (JP) Hagmann. The partnership makes for a rich story. Yet, its significance holds value beyond Akrivia – it's representative of a more broad trend in watchmaking as we move deeper into the 21st century.
Read MoreWe hosted Rexhep Rexhepi of Akrivia along with some friends for a dinner in New York City. Some incredible people and watches showed up. Enjoy!
Read MoreEsperLuxe hosts Urwerk's Martin Frei in Boston to unveil the UR-100
Read MoreOur good friends at SwissWatchGang give you the story behind EsperLuxe with a look at some fantstic watches!
Read MoreInterview series part 5: A not to be missed sit-down with Kari Voutilainen.
Read MoreInterview series part 4: Pierre Jacques talks De Bethune’s return to center stage and 2019 novelties
Read MoreInterview series part 4: Creator of high complications, Jean-François Mojon, introduces us to the world of Cyrus Watches
Read MoreWatchmaking prodigy Rexhep Rexhepi shares his thoughts on the evolution of Akrivia and the young brand’s recent surge.
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