The Independents

Independent Watchmaking: A Guide to British Wat...

British watchmaking nearly died in the quartz crisis. What's come back isn't a revival of the old industry — it's something different. A handful of founders working out of small...

Independent Watchmaking: A Guide to British Wat...

British watchmaking nearly died in the quartz crisis. What's come back isn't a revival of the old industry — it's something different. A handful of founders working out of small...

Independent Watchmaking in 2025: Why Now Is the...

Discover the best watch buys under €5,000 from independent brands in 2025. Find your perfect piece & learn why now is the golden age to start a watch collection.

Independent Watchmaking in 2025: Why Now Is the...

Discover the best watch buys under €5,000 from independent brands in 2025. Find your perfect piece & learn why now is the golden age to start a watch collection.

Who's in the AHCI in 2025? An Independent Horol...

In the intricate world of horology, the Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI) stands as a beacon for independent watchmakers who dare to craft timepieces unbound by corporate constraints. This...

Who's in the AHCI in 2025? An Independent Horol...

In the intricate world of horology, the Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI) stands as a beacon for independent watchmakers who dare to craft timepieces unbound by corporate constraints. This...

What “Independent Watchmaker” Actually Means in...

The watch industry has a problem with the word "independent." In 2025, brands backed by private equity, owned by holding companies, and funded by conglomerate investment are calling themselves independent...

What “Independent Watchmaker” Actually Means in...

The watch industry has a problem with the word "independent." In 2025, brands backed by private equity, owned by holding companies, and funded by conglomerate investment are calling themselves independent...