Year of the Horse Watches to Usher in the 2026 Lunar New Year

The Year of the Horse illustrates how luxury watchmakers leverage zodiac editions to reinforce brand identity — translating cultural motifs into storytelling devices that aim to resonate with international collectors.

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Inside the Arnold & Son DSTB 42: Dial-Side True-Beat Seconds Explained

The Arnold & Son DSTB 42 features a dial-side true-beat seconds mechanism that delivers precise jumping seconds without skeletonisation, drawing inspiration from 18th-century marine chronometers.

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A Century in Split Seconds: Patek Philippe’s Rattrapante Legacy

The split-seconds chronograph stands as one of Patek Philippe’s most revealing complications, culminating today in references such as the Ref. 5370 and Ref. 5308.

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Resurfacing: Planet Ocean Rides Its Fourth Wave

Omega marks the 20th anniversary of the Seamaster Planet Ocean with a redesigned 2025 model, featuring a slimmer profile, helium-free case architecture, and the signature orange ceramic bezel—while retaining its 600-metre water resistance.

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