Patek Philippe Museum Visitorship....
Jun 27, 2008
The Patek Philippe Museum, considered to be one of the world's most extensive horological exhibits, has recently seen its 100,000th visitor pass through its doors. Opened in November of 2001, the museum has proven to be a powerful attraction for watch enthusiasts and the general public alike, who have been able to enjoy a nearly unsurpassed range of exhibits that span more than five....
Antiquorum Summer Sale Nets....
Jun 20, 2008
Antiquorum's Summer sale, " Important Collectors' Wristwatches, Pocket Watches & Clocks", took place in New York on June....
Patek Philippe Pulsomax Ref.....
Jun 17, 2008
The new Patek Philippe Ref. 5450 Annual Calendar watch continues the Geneva manufacturer's ambitious project to offer....
Patek Philippe Marks Millennium With New Complication
Jan 01, 2001
Swiss luxury watchmaker Patek Philippe is marking the end of the 20th century with a unique giveaway and celebrating the new millennium with a monumental new timepiece, the Star Caliber 2000. The Geneva, Switzerland, firm announced in late 2000 that it would mark the end of the 20th century by giving owners of its timepieces the chance to win one of the last....
GARIBALDI AND BRUNS EXPANDS STORE
Oct 01, 2000
Garibaldi and Bruns, of North Carolina, recently completed an extensive remodeling and expansion project at their SouthPark Mall store in Charlotte. The location has been expanded to 2,600 square feet, with a diamond showcase area that includes two private viewing rooms and wood-framed wall displays featuring one-of-a-kind items. According to president Mark....
Forbes Magazine
Sep 01, 2000
The Forbes Magazine, in its September 2000 issue, features watches and watchmanufacturing, with Christian Bedat of Bedat & Co. on the cover page! What is it about Swiss watches, questions the magazine and takes a look at how their soaring success can be explained. The cover story points out that brands of mechanical watches, despite (thanks to?) their....
How to Snag a Prestige Watch Brand
Mar 01, 1999
Searching for an exclusive watch brand for your store, to no avail? You’re not alone. Many retailers are slamming into roadblocks while trying to land the prestige watch lines they covet. Upscale watch companies considering new retailers have strict criteria and lofty standards. “We have long-standing relationships with stores we’re....
In Search of Affordable Vintage Wristwatches
Jan 01, 1999
The names most often associated with the collectible wristwatch market are Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantine, and Rolex. The continued popularity of these classic high-end pieces is reflected in the prices they command – from $10,000 to $150,000 or more. But collecting fine-quality vintage wristwatches need not bust the budget. The mid-priced level....
Modern Masterpieces Of Horology
Jul 01, 1995
Antique watches and clocks often command very high prices at auctions. But many modern watches - scooped up directly from their makers - now also fetch very large sums and attract much attention. The Calibre '89 by Patek Philippe, for example, brought $3.17 million when sold in 1989. A duplicate is expected to bring more than twice that. These modern....