REVOLUTION WATCH

REVOLUTION is a magazine that lives and breathes horology. Published in 8 countries in a wide range of languages, REVOLUTION is an integrated lifestyle title that celebrates the mechanical watch as the primary tool for self expression. REVOLUTION covers all aspects of watchmaking and the watch industry, from the vibrant personalities who inhabit this rarefied sphere to exquisite timepieces that exemplify the pinnacles of craftsmanship, technology and hallowed tradition. For the individual who appreciates the finer things in life, REVOLUTION is a paean to the one true luxury in this world — time. In addition to our magazine - The new In Time: Special Annual Edition is the ultimate resource for the latest watches filtered through the editorial lens of Revolution. A must-have for any collector, our In Time: Special Annual Edition guide provides an alphabetical listing and highlighting the latest current releases that push the boundaries of technology, artistry, and style. Inside Revolution's global editors make their predictions for the most exceptional, most important, most trend-worthy, while top retailers provide the latest market perspective.

REVOLUTION WATCH

FOUNDER’S NOTE

EDITOR’S NOTE

CONTRIBUTORS

THE INDUSTRY OF HOROLOGY

THE RACE TO BE THE NUMBER ONE WATCH • Will Rolex ultimately overtake Apple at the end of 2024 as the world’s top watch brand by value?

A LEGACY OF RESILIENCE • How the Swiss watch industry manages to survive structural and cyclical crises.

THE NEW VANGUARDS: WATCH INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP 2024 • A roadmap of all the latest CEO appointments and how these distinguished men and women will shape the global watch and jewelry industry, with commentary by Revolution business editor, Oliver R. Müller.

ACHIEVING THE HEIGHT OF CHRONOMETRIC PRECISION • Omega’s Laboratoire de Précision joins COSC, METAS and other certification institutes in the perpetual search for timekeeping excellence.

MEETING OF MINDS • In tandem with Geneva Watch Days, the 2024 Revolution Horological Symposiums brought together enthusiasts, stakeholders and thought leaders from all across the luxury watch industry.

MARINE LEMONNIER-BRENNAN: THE DOYENNE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS IN THE SWISS WATCH INDUSTRY • The luxury watch world’s go-to person for media and communications, Marine Lemonnier-Brennan tells us about her time working for the big names in haute horlogerie and how she set up her consulting firm, 289, with a firm belief in the power of PR to shape a brand’s future.

THE ART OF PATEK PHILIPPE • An impressive showcase of 82 métiers d’art creations were on display at Patek Philippe’s Rare Handcrafts exhibition in 2024, the largest ever of its kind.

GOLDEN ERA • In a watch world of cross-pollination and group consolidation, some brands remain beacons of strength and unshakable identity. Backed by these invaluable qualities, Breitling underscores its unique position with a triple-bold move for its 140th anniversary.

WATCHES & WATCHMAKING

THE ROLEX GROUP • Rolex makes big strides in high watchmaking and further enhances its core icons with precious materials, while Tudor checks all the right boxes with new technical materials, METAS certification, and a bold vision in solid gold.

THE RICHEMONT GROUP • Amidst a gloomy economic backdrop, Richemont delivered a showstopping year, marked by an exceptionally high concentration of technical watchmaking, including three record breakers.

A TRIBUTE QUARTET • Four new additions to the Reverso Tribute collection emphasize the remarkable versatility of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Art Deco design.

SET IN THE SEA • As timekeeping partners to the Luna Rossa sailing team, Panerai’s final special edition Submersible of the year captures the true essence of the mighty AC75.

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