Press Release: According to the traditional Chinese calendar, 2025 is the Year of the Wooden Snake and will be ruled by the words perspicacity, intelligence and prudence. In its honour, Arnold & Son is creating Perpetual Moon 41.5 “Year of the Snake”: a series of eight limited edition timepieces in red gold. Read further to learn about Arnold & Son’s masterful interpretation of the Year of the Snake.

This week, Luxury Watch Works had the privilege of servicing a truly exceptional timepiece: a Ulysse Nardin Skeleton Tourbillon 1706-129. This particular watch, with a limited production run of just 200 pieces worldwide, showcases Ulysse Nardin's mastery of skeletonization and high-complication watchmaking, a testament to the brand’s boundary-pushing horological innovation. Read how LWW, India's sole Ulysse Nardin Authorized Service Center, restored this masterpiece to its former glory. 

Did you know? 5 Minutes of Your Watch Being in The Wrong Hands Can Cost You 5 Figures on Your Investment Grade Timepiece. The right care, on the other hand, can make your watch last a lifetime. Read further to learn the three reasons why authorized service by technically qualified personnel is essential for your timepiece

Press Release: Parmigiani Fleurier unveiled the Armoriale Répétition Mystérieuse, a timepiece that harmoniously combines artistry, tradition, and acoustic mastery. Designed as a tribute to Michel Parmigiani, this ultra-limited edition embodies the pinnacle of horological innovation. Read the full story here.

Press Release: The iconic AMIDA Digitrend, a 1970s classic and GPHG 2024 nominee, makes a bold return with two stunning re-editions: a sleek Black Edition and an ultra-limited Gold Edition. Available from November 27, these timeless pieces are perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Read the full story here.

Press Release: MICROMILSPEC's latest release, The Monogram, marks a bold step in personalised watchmaking. Combining military history with royal heritage, it allows customers to engrave monograms, initials, or family insignias onto the dial, creating a truly bespoke timepiece. Limited-edition and made-to-order, this innovative watch is available from November 18th to December 31st, 2024. Read the full story here.

Konstantin Chaykin’s Wristmons Panda watch is the latest whimsical addition to his collection, blending artistry with horological mastery. Inspired by the panda, the design features black carbon fibre lugs shaped like ears and a carefully crafted dial with sandblasting and guilloché patterns. Read the full story of how this timepiece marries functionality with creativity, offering collectors a unique and playful expression of fine watchmaking.

Press Release: Massena LAB, in collaboration with Swiss independent watchmaker Raúl Pagès, unveils Petrichor, a one-of-a-kind timepiece for the TimeForArt Auction hosted by Phillips in association with Bacs & Russo. With 100% of auction proceeds benefiting the Swiss Institute, this unique timepiece is set to be a rare collector’s treasure. Read the technical insights of this exquisite timepiece here.

Luxury watches are more than just accessories—they're precision instruments and symbols of craftsmanship. While regular professional servicing is essential, there are several simple at-home care practices that can help extend the life of your timepiece. Ensuring a proper fit, regularly changing dead batteries, checking water resistance, avoiding magnetic fields, and adjusting the date with care can all contribute to maintaining your watch's longevity and performance. By following these tips, you can protect your investment and reduce the need for expensive repairs. Ready to take care of your luxury watch? Visit Luxury Watch Works for a complimentary water resistance check and expert advice!

DID YOU KNOW: A mechanical watch’s balance wheel (a key component in the timekeeping of the watch), rotates to-and-for on its axis. This swing of the balance wheel is called an amplitude. If we convert the amplitude of the balance into distance, the balance wheel would do 8,500 kilometers, in one year. Approximately, 42,500 kms in five years.