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Zenith’s Chronomaster Solo Sport Surprised Me—in Spite of the Price

A surprising appointment in Geneva introduces a three-hand Chronomaster with a ceramic dial and a aspirational price tag By Brent Robillard A strong impression Last week in Geneva, I saw some of the most creative horological wonders on the planet. The salons and ateliers around the city were full of watches that could consume an afternoon of conversation before anyone thought to ask the time. … Continue reading Zenith’s Chronomaster Solo Sport Surprised Me—in Spite of the Price

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Maison Alcée x MB&F Nostromo Hands-On: 222 Parts, Three Feet, and Ten Hours at the Bench

By Brent Robillard Designed by MB&F’s Maximilian Maertens and delivered as a 222-component kit, the Nostromo turns a desk clock into ten hours at the watchmaker’s bench. First contact Buying the Maison Alcée x MB&F Nostromo starts a ten-hour appointment with 222 components. The completed clock has an alien profile, a peacock-blue dial, and three legs that look ready to carry it across the desk. … Continue reading Maison Alcée x MB&F Nostromo Hands-On: 222 Parts, Three Feet, and Ten Hours at the Bench

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The Fears Brunswick 39 Perpetual Calendar and the price of moving upmarket

By Brent Robillard Fears’ first solo high complication is beautiful, compact, and exceptionally expensive. Its most interesting feature may be the debate it opens about how collectors value independent watchmaking. How much is independence worth? Fears made my job difficult with the Brunswick 39 Perpetual Calendar. I went into my Geneva appointment ready to scrutinize a £26,950 stainless-steel watch powered by a modular movement. I … Continue reading The Fears Brunswick 39 Perpetual Calendar and the price of moving upmarket

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