Article by Marc Levesque; photography by Bob Allaby A dial born of fire and craft If there is a singular element that defines the Antero, it is the dial. Specifically, the basse-taille enamel dial that makes each watch unmistakably 5280 Watch Company. This is not a surface that was printed, stamped, or superficially decorated. It’s a canvas of .999 fine silver, hand-engraved on a century-old … Continue reading 5280 Watch Co Antero
By Brent Robillard The first time you meet Torsti Laine, you sense you’re in the presence of someone who is comfortable being an outsider—and who has turned that distance into his greatest strength. A Finnish-trained watchmaker now working from Le Locle, Switzerland, Laine has built his reputation among collectors and peers by doing things his own way: beginning with the movement, refusing shortcuts, and finding … Continue reading Torsti Laine: From Finland’s Workshop to the Edge of Independent Watchmaking
Article by Marc Levesque Photography by Bob Allaby Tactile, thoughtful, and ready for daily use In my initial introduction for Worn & Wound when these models were launched in January 2025, I discussed Sartory-Billard’s SB04-E collection, which presented two striking new references: the Tantalum Hand-Engraved and the Ruby Platinum. This collection maintains the brand’s artisanal essence while also embracing serial production. Reflecting on them now, … Continue reading Sartory-Billard SB04-E Tantalum & SB04-E Ruby Platinum
