Article by Marc Levesque; photography by Brent Robillard A personal touch On the final day of the inaugural 2024 Toronto Timepiece Show, I decided to take one last lap around the showrooms. While waiting my turn to view the Marathon lineup, a gentleman next to their booth introduced himself as Joe Wein, the cousin of Mitchell Wein, the current President of the Marathon Watch Company. … Continue reading The Hampden Burnham
Article by Marc Levesque; photography by Brent Robillard Transcendant The term “timeless” is an adjective that conveys the idea of lacking a specific beginning or end, embodying qualities of eternity and enduring presence. This word is often applied to things surpassing time constraints, such as the lasting elegance of a finely crafted timepiece that remains appealing despite changing trends. In a broader sense, “timeless” refers … Continue reading Timeless HMS 003: A steampunk conversation starter
by Brent Robillard A French Second Beaubleu is a Parisian watch brand founded in 2017 by designer Nicolas Ducoudert. Specializing in automotive and luxury product design, Ducoudert—in starting the brand—sought to create timepieces that tell a story through their unique aesthetics and materials. When the Seconde Française 19.24 in Midnight Blue showed up on my desk, I understood immediately what Ducoudert was hoping to share. … Continue reading The charming Beaubleu Seconde Française 19.24 in Midnight Blue
