Andrei Kluska for Lifetime Magazine: “The most important watches of 2024 so far: Bovet 1822, Singer, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Piaget and Parmigiani Fleurier”
In today's digital age, where technology dominates every aspect of life, mechanical watches hold a unique and enduring appeal. These timepieces are not merely instruments for telling time; they are symbols of craftsmanship, tradition, and human ingenuity. Mechanical watches represent the art of horology, where precision engineering meets aesthetic beauty, creating objects that are as much about personal expression and heritage as they are about function. Despite the rise of smartwatches and digital devices, mechanical watches are still cherished for their intricate movements, timeless design, and the deep connection they offer to the history of watchmaking, but also for how they have evolved into even richer masterpieces. They stand as a reminder of the value of patience, skill, and the enduring nature of human creativity in a fast-paced, ever-changing world.
Never dull: Bovet OttantaSei Tourbillon
Could we ever deny the inescapable connection between watchmaking and the automotive industry? Since the dawn of timekeeping, people have measured speed using various means, including for races involving athletes, horses, camels, dogs and, later on, cars. Until the quartz revolution, a precise chronometer was an accessory for professionals and/or the rich. With the advent of the automobile, watches became another way of showing off, not just a status symbol, reflecting not only the performance of the car but also the wearer's own taste and wealth. But this undeniable intertwining was also an opportunity for both industries to work together, and exchange technologies, materials and knowledge. Today, we are exploring a creation resulting from the collaboration of two fantastic Maisons, both with a rich history of superlatives and an exceptional heritage - Bovet by Pininfarina: Bovet 1822 Ottantasei Tourbillon.