Hands-On with the Atelier Wen Ancestra 蛟 (Jiāo)

by Brent Robillard A myth reimagined on the wrist It’s not every day that a watch comes along and quietly reshapes your expectations of what a modern dress watch can be. The Atelier Wen Ancestra 蛟 (Jiāo) does just that—not by shouting, but by whispering with incredible detail, refined craftsmanship, and cultural depth. Three years in the making, Ancestra marks the independent brand’s most ambitious … Continue reading Hands-On with the Atelier Wen Ancestra 蛟 (Jiāo)

After Time 2025: Where Watchmaking Meets Culture, Design, and Dolce Vita

by Brent Robillard Milano Watch Week Milano Watch Week made a splash in 2024—3,000 attendees, 30 countries, and a who’s-who of the watch world gathered in one of Europe’s most stylish cities. But this October, the creative minds behind the event are flipping the script. Enter After Time 2025, a new watch culture experience that trades formalities for flair. Set against the backdrop of Milan’s … Continue reading After Time 2025: Where Watchmaking Meets Culture, Design, and Dolce Vita