The Laings Journal
Whether you’re new to the world of fine watchmaking or have been eyeing up top models for years, classic Swiss craftsmanship is admired by the masses. Here we have a closer look at our favourite watches with a timeless style, as well as their fine craftsmanship, fascinating history and captivating engineering.
A luxury timepiece instantly creates a classic and sophisticated style. Whilst the timeless charm of a watch doesn’t always have a specific look, anything from a signature movement to pioneering history can shape it into an icon.
Swiss watches are an investment designed to last a lifetime, a timepiece combines precision engineering and classic design to create a piece that will never go out of style. Timeless watches tell a story of its past held in the wearer's memory, creating a connection like no other that can be passed down to future generations. It's these timeless watches that are cherished for many years to come, here we explore our top picks.
The Cartier Santos
With pioneering beginnings, the CARTIER SANTOS is a luxury swiss watch that was designed with the sky in mind. Created for Brazilian Aviator Alberto Santos, Cartier developed one of the first wristwatches known to man all the way back in 1904, what could be more classic than that?
Today the Santos captures the heart of watch aficionados worldwide, with its charm and elegant appeal this model tells a tale of pioneering history and will continue its legacy in the years to come.
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso
Swiss watch brand, Jaeger-LeCoultre is known in the industry as the ‘Watchmaker of Watchmakers’ and with good reason, their passion and drive to improve their craft is inspiring. These roots are what has made their iconic REVERSO a must-have model for all collectors.
Originally manufactured specifically for Britain’s elite polo-playing society the Reverso features a signature watchcase designed to swivel to protect the glass from damage during a match. Watch lovers appreciate the level of craftsmanship poured into this compact yet complex model and today it remains truly desirable.
The IWC Portugieser
The IWC PORTUGIESER has earned a spot on every watch collectors wish list. By balancing practicality and elegance the timeless and iconic design of the Portugieser has been loved by many for generations.
Commissioned by two Portuguese business men looking for a precise chronometer to service Portugal’s merchant Navy this revolutionary design was a far cry from the small and conventional art deco designs of the 1930s. Its characteristics remain untouched to this day making it perhaps one of the most popular and sought after IWC models.
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