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Sartory-Billard SB10 Jumping Hour

Sartory-Billard marks its tenth anniversary with the SB10, a jumping hour watch that rethinks how time is displayed. Hours appear through a large aperture at six o’clock, while minutes are indicated by a rotating sapphire disc with a luminous ring and red marker. The effect is clear, but also slightly unconventional—less about precision at a glance, more about the rhythm of time passing. The most … Continue reading Sartory-Billard SB10 Jumping Hour

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Beaubleu La Pièce: A Watch Dial Struck at the Monnaie de Paris

By Brent Robillard “The very coinage of your brain” Back in 2024, Beaubleu sent us two watches ahead of their appearance at the inaugural Toronto Timepiece Show. It was our first hands-on experience with the young Parisian brand, and what struck me immediately was the sense of cohesion across the collection. From the signature circular hands to the restrained, architectural cases, Beaubleu had clearly developed … Continue reading Beaubleu La Pièce: A Watch Dial Struck at the Monnaie de Paris

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