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From 39% to 15%: what the SCOTUS tariff ruling means for watch buyers
Industry News6 min read

From 39% to 15%: what the SCOTUS tariff ruling means for watch buyers

The Supreme Court struck down Trump's 39% watch tariffs. Within hours, a new 15% levy took their place. Here's what changed, what didn't, and what smart buyers do next.

Audemars Piguet returns to Watches & Wonders: why this changes everything
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Audemars Piguet returns to Watches & Wonders: why this changes everything

After seven years away from trade shows, AP is back at Watches & Wonders Geneva. Here's what it means for collectors and the pre-owned market.

Watches and Wonders 2026: the biggest Geneva fair yet, and what to expect
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Watches and Wonders 2026: the biggest Geneva fair yet, and what to expect

April 14-20 in Geneva. 200+ brands, AP dropping early, Vacheron going red, and a Montreux Jazz partnership. Here's the full preview.

Six months in the watch market: tariffs, tumbling exports and a quiet recovery
Industry News5 min read

Six months in the watch market: tariffs, tumbling exports and a quiet recovery

What happened between August 2025 and February 2026. Tariffs, export numbers, the pre-owned rebound, and what it means if you're buying or selling.

Trump's 39% Swiss Watch Tariff: What It Means for European Buyers
Industry News5 min read

Trump's 39% Swiss Watch Tariff: What It Means for European Buyers

39% US tariffs on Swiss watches hit August 7th. Unless Switzerland pulls a UK-style deal, Europe's about to get crowded with American buyers.

Rolex 2025 lineup: new watches, new tech, and a few surprises
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Rolex 2025 lineup: new watches, new tech, and a few surprises

Rolex dropped its 2025 collection with a new model, a new escapement, and pastels. Here's what matters and what's just noise.

Rolex bought Bucherer and killed Carl F. Bucherer. Here's what it means.
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Rolex bought Bucherer and killed Carl F. Bucherer. Here's what it means.

Rolex acquired 100+ retail locations, shut down a 136-year-old watch brand, and signalled where the entire industry is headed.

We're back: the new ChronoTimepieces.com
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We're back: the new ChronoTimepieces.com

After a year away, ChronoTimepieces is back with a rebuilt website, transparent pricing, and a growing collection.