3 Concept Smartwatches That Could Be From Popular Swiss Luxury Brands
The number one complaint the Swiss watch industry has had toward the most current crop of smartwatches is that they aren't attractive by European design standards - and that even applies to the Apple Watch. Jean-Claude Biver went so far as to suggest that, given his standards, the Apple Watch looks as though it was designed by a student. So if the best breed of smartwatch yet (even though it hasn't even been released at this time) doesn't pass Swiss watch industry muster, what would a smartwatch design by Switzerland's old guard look like?One thing we know all too well is that the Swiss watch industry is all about tradition. It can be safely assumed that a smart watch that looks into the future, may very well also look into the past. So for this edition of Watch What-If, we propose three possible Swiss smartwatches from popular taste-making brands. Here, we have conceptually connected digital timepieces from Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, and Franck Muller by our artist Niklas Bergenstjern

The Value Proposition: Eterna's ��Majetek�� Pilot's Watch For The Czech Air Force
Watches are inextricably linked with the armed forces. Without trivializing the enormous impact of war on human existence, it’s fascinating to note the range of models produced by legendary watchmakers for use by soldiers around the world, like iconic MilSub’s or Mark XI’s. Compared to these relatively well known military-issue watches, there is one model that stands out for its simplicity and unexpected good looks: the Majetek pilot’s watch issued to members of the Czech Air Force in the late 1930's and early '40’s. Together, the cushion-shaped case, black dial, and simple Arabic hour numerals form a sharp package that looks just as relevant today as it was back then. And the Majetek also stands out for its affordability relative to other military watches of that time currently available on the vintage market. 2 OF 8 This military-spec example features engraved numbers on the solid case back. Some models also feature double-sword insig

In-Depth: Le Garde Temps �C Naissance D'Une Montre, Greubel Forsey's Mission To Protect Tradi
What would happen if traditional watchmaking techniques died out? For Stephen Forsey and Robert Greubel, this thought was anathema. Their namesake company, Gruebel Forsey, relies on these very techniques to produce timepieces that have become lore among modern collectors. If these techniques die out, then their future, and the future of other high-end independents dies out too. So, to prolong these traditions, they joined forces with Philippe Dufour to create an incubator program for fully hand-crafted watchmaking called Naissance d’une Montre. One watchmaker was selected to be the recipient of what is arguably the finest collective of horological knowledge in existence, endowing him with the skills needed to create a watch, by hand, completely from scratch. 2 OF 6 Stephen Forsey, one half of the duo behind Greubel Forsey, describes the importance of safeguarding traditional watchmaking skills: Earlier this year, I had the chance to speak with Stephen Forsey a

Watchmaker in NYC to Repair Vintage Omega
Hi,Anyone have any good experiences with having a vintage Omega serviced / repaired in NYC? I've been to Central watch a couple times and have spoken with them but haven't had them fix anything for me.Thanks,Jonathan

Adjustable clasp for the moon watch?
As the subject mentions, does Omega make an option for my new Moon Watch (2017) model? Right now for my 6.5 inch wrist, the bracelet is either a tad too loose or a tad too tight. I have been wearing it on a nice rallye strap, but still, I'd love to be able to wear it on the bracelet too. Do I have any options?