Carol Besler

Philippe Stern, honorary president of Patek Philippe and father of current president Thierry Stern, passed away on June 14 at 88. He led the company as managing director and president from 1977 to 2009, expertly guiding it through the challenging quartz crisis and championing Swiss mechanical watchmaking. Stern was instrumental in consolidating workshops, inaugurating the Patek Philippe Museum, and launching iconic models like the Nautilus and the record-breaking Caliber 89. He was a celebrated sailor, winning the Bol d'Or seven times. His legacy as a gifted industrialist and visionary leader is profound.

Vacheron Constantin has optimized its Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar, first launched in 2019, extending its power reserve in Standby mode from 65 to 70 days.

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Ultra-thin watch movements make it possible to create smaller watches, which have become a trend over the past five years, but it's a challenge to

Staging historic watch exhibitions in world capitals has become a new tradition for a handful of elite watch brands over the past couple of years, but

Breitling and Aston Martin, both with James Bond ties, have launched their second limited-edition watch: the Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Tribute To Aston Martin DB5. This timepiece celebrates the iconic 1960s DB5, featured in eight Bond films, while Breitling watches also appeared in *Thunderball*. The new Top Time, echoing its 1960s heritage, boasts a cushion-shaped case and "squircle" subdials resembling car gauges. Its design subtly translates the DB5's character with elements like a wooden inner ring and gradient leather strap, rather than direct replication. Powered by Breitling's caliber 01, three distinct limited editions are available. Future James Bond collaborations between the brands remain a tantalizing possibility.

The five-day extravaganza takes place all over Geneva and includes launches, seminars, panel discussions and parties

Collectors, pay attention. Jaeger-LeCoultre is leaning into the prestigious side of its heritage with limited releases of three watches that represent signature, high-peak achievements for the brand.

Jacob & Co has found a way to set diamonds into a balance wheel, showcasing it in the Tourbillon Baguette Pastel Arlequino.