CROWN

CROWN is an informative and relatable magazine for the modern watch lover. Discover the latest trends and insights from the watchmaking world, get up to speed on the technical and design innovations, and be engaged with CEOs and creative directors from the top brands that matter.

CROWN

EDITOR’S NOTE

VISION

A CALENDAR FULL OF WATCHMAKING EVENTS • From the third quarter of 2024, our calendars have been filled with watch-centric programmes.

THE 37TH AMERICA’S CUP BRINGS NEW CHALLENGERS AND NEW WATCHES • From Omega to Panerai, these regatta timepieces carry on a sporting tradition that dates back to the early 20th century.

THE SUMMER OF LEADERSHIP CHANGES IN WATCHMAKING • From independent watchmakers to the biggest luxury conglomerates, there have been a series of rotating CEO positions.

GLOBAL IMPACT • Louis Moinet Around the World in 8 Days

THE MISSION TO PROTECT OUR PALE BLUE DOT • Keeping the planet blue is the lifelong mission and effort of Rolex Testimonee Sylvia Earle. The Asia-Pacific region is her next focus.

EYES ON THE PRIZEWINNERS • This year’s Grand Prix nominees have a close fight on their wrists.

ACCESSIBLE WATCHMAKING’S BIG LEAP • In the last year, affordable watchmaking has been working hard to close the gap between entry-level and fine watchmaking.

IDENTITY

BUILDING THE FUTURE THROUGH RARE TRADITIONS • Preserving rare handcrafts is a commandment in Patek Philippe that brings opportunities for new techniques in watchmaking.

FOR THE SECOND TIME • The Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II, including its predecessor, is undoubtedly one of the most recognisable designs in the industry.

THE MUST-GO SUMMER EVENT FOR COLLECTORS • What started out as a semi-casual catch-up after the pandemic peaked has become a city-wide horological experience for collectors, industry leaders, and experts.

VILLERET COLLECTION • Blancpain takes the concept of going green to every aspect of its craft.

140 YEARS OF FIRSTS • The first in-house perpetual calendar chronograph comes in three collections as well as a boxed set.

TOURBILLON ROSE GOLD • Thirty-five years after the brilliant watchmaker produced his first series release for Asprey of London, La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton is reviving the original model.

GOLDEN BRIDGE “SERPENT” • Corum is focusing on bespoke and made-to-order creations, highlighting the flexibility the Manufacture offers clients who desire unique versions of its icons.

CLIVE CUSSLER SPECIAL EDITION • Doxa pays tribute to the founder of NUMA, who was a steadfast advocate of the SUB series.

NOVONAUT N-42 AMADEE-24 • Seven years after Jupp Philipp took over the brand, Fortis has given its most important icon a peek into the future.

PANOMATICCALENDAR • A new manufacture movement and refined calendar display captures our attention.

TOURBILLON CADRAN • Greubel Forsey’s release from 2023 continues to capture collectors’ attention.

BUGATTI TOURBILLON • The wrist twin to the Bugatti Tourbillon hypercar, Jacob & Co draws heavily from the design of the stunning vehicle for its latest release.

CLASSIC AUTO SANDSTONE • The latest Série Atelier watch embraces the stunning colour of nature.

AIKON QUARTZ CHRONOGRAPH • Maurice Lacroix’s strategy of keeping things simple and not overthinking watchmaking has reaped repeated success with the Aikon.

LEGACY MACHINE SEQUENTIAL FLYBACK • Max Büsser and Stephen McDonnell collaborate once more on a super-chronograph, but that’s not the biggest news from the brand.

20.01 SERIES 3 • The inventive watchmaker with Malaysian roots brings another world-first design that’s as outstanding as its earliest experiments.

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