In a world dominated by smartphones and smartwatches, the traditional wristwatch industry continues to thrive, driven by a unique combination of timeless charm and technological progress. This resilient market has found a way to adapt to changing consumer preferences and integrate smart features into their designs. Luxury brands have particularly excelled by merging cutting-edge technology … Read more
An auction is set to take place this week for a Rolex Submariner watch that was purchased for £70 in 1964, with an estimated value of up to £45,000. The watch belonged to Simon Barnett, a Royal Navy diver involved in rescue operations, who passed away in 2019. His son, Pete Barnett, from Diss, Norfolk, … Read more
A Swadlincote watchmaker is commemorating 70 years in business after selling timepieces to generations of local families. A true family business, Baumgartners Jewellers in Midland Road employs three generations of the same family to work behind the counter. Frank Baumgartner founded The Watchmakers on October 1, 1952, and it remained there until 1961. He was … Read more
Luxury watchmaker TAG Heuer has moving into Bullring in March and is counting on Bullring shoppers to support them as their Swiss watches can cost up to £5,000. The store, which is next to the Guardian bull monument, will introduce a new design idea for the corporation as a whole and serve as its first … Read more
The historic decommissioned Battersea Power Station on the banks of the River Thames in London’s newly created shopping district is home to four boutiques that were concurrently launched by The Watches Of Switzerland Group. During a festival-like event this weekend in Battersea, a Watches of Switzerland showroom centred by a Rolex store as well as … Read more
“While new stores are always coming and closing on the high street, internet customer service will always be superior. I apologise for disappointing folks, but I would simply like to ask for a little bit of patience now. In the end, it will be worthwhile.” “The service will be the same, but the setting will … Read more