The Timepiece Journal » luxury watches

The tourbillon is either the pinnacle of watchmaking genius or an expensive solution to a problem that no longer exists. We examine both sides of the most debated complication in horology.

A $10,000 watch tells time no better than a $20 quartz. So what are you actually paying for? From hand-finished movements and exceptional materials to heritage and scarcity — here is the real answer.

In a world of smartwatches and wearable tech, why does a mechanical watch still matter? Six compelling reasons — from living craftsmanship to lasting value — that no silicon chip can replicate.