Luxury

The legacy and rarity of Patek Philippe’s Ref. 5004

Within the world of Patek Philippe, the endless calendar chronograph family is a unanimous heavyweight. Tracing its origins back to the iconic Ref. 1518, Patek Philippe‘s pairing of perpetual calendar and chronograph complications has given rise to many significant references, both vintage…

Roventa-Henex: The Unseen Hand Behind Global Watch Brands

In the picturesque Jura mountains of western Switzerland, hidden away from the spotlight of mainstream watchmaking, lies Roventa-Henex—an unassuming yet pivotal player in the Swiss watch industry. Specializing in a niche known as “private-label” production, this company, established in 1959, crafts watches…