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Watchmaking, guides and advice

The art of choosing a watch

Movements, materials, great houses and young workshops: guides to choose, wear and pass on a fine watch.

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Taking the time to get it right

A watch is rarely chosen lightly. Belles Montres explains watchmaking vocabulary, compares movements and materials, and covers every step, from a first purchase to reselling a collector’s piece.