Watchmaking
2 articles
The Wardrobe
How a Minute Repeater Reads the Time and Turns It Into Sound
A minute repeater watch translates the time into sound using a complex mechanical memory system of cams, racks, hammers, and gongs. This article details its five-stage chiming process and the exceptional human artistry required for its design, build, and tuning.
Chen Wei·October 29, 2026
The Portfolio
TAG Heuer Monaco Unveils 12-Cylinder Dial Watch Limited to 50 Pieces
TAG Heuer has unveiled the Monaco Speed 12, a timepiece featuring a dial with a dozen rotating titanium pistons that indicate hours, inspired by V12 engines.
Julian Abernathy·June 6, 2026